MacGyver Challenge: S.O.S.!
Think you could MacGyver your way out of a dangerous situation? Welcome to Make:’s MacGyver Challenge — solve this emergency scenario in a creative way and your solution could be featured in the next issue of Make: magazine! Written by Mac.....»»
Researchers develop molecules for a new class of antibiotics that can overcome drug resistant bacteria
About a decade ago, researchers in UC Santa Barbara chemistry professor Guillermo Bazan's lab began to observe a recurring challenge in their research: Some of the compounds they were developing to harness energy from bacteria were instead killing th.....»»
Throwing lithography a curve: Research introduces mask wafer co-optimization method
At the heart of advancing semiconductor chip technology lies a critical challenge: creating smaller, more efficient electronic components. This challenge is particularly evident in the field of lithography, the process used to create intricate patter.....»»
Why identity fraud costs organizations millions
92% of respondents to a recent report shared that their organization had been a victim of identity fraud, costing an average of $4.3 million over the last 12 months. Even so, only 40% stated identity verification as a top identity challenge, noting t.....»»
A new design for quantum computers
Creating a quantum computer powerful enough to tackle problems we cannot solve with current computers remains a big challenge for quantum physicists. A well-functioning quantum simulator—a specific type of quantum computer—could lead to new disco.....»»
Experts told us their best tips for online dating apps in 2024
Online dating in 2024 is a challenge — from knowing how to create a good profile to staying safe from scams. Here's what experts think about all of it......»»
Tiny crustaceans discovered preying on live jellyfish during harsh Arctic night
In the dark and cold of the months-long polar night, food resources are limited. Some groups of marine organisms in the polar regions overcome this challenge by going into a metabolic resting state in winter, surviving on reserves accumulated during.....»»
Scientists develop new molecular system made from abundant element manganese for photooxidation
Highly reducing or oxidizing photocatalysts are a fundamental challenge in photochemistry. Only a few transition metal complexes with Earth-abundant metal ions have so far advanced to excited state oxidants, including chromium, iron, and cobalt. All.....»»
Population can"t be ignored—it has to be part of the policy solution to our world"s problems, says researcher
There is a growing consensus that environmental problems, particularly the effects of climate change, pose a grave challenge to humanity. Pollution, habitat destruction, intractable waste issues and, for many, deteriorating quality of life should be.....»»
Whole-infrared-band camouflage with dual-band radiative heat dissipation
Camouflage refers to the ability to reduce the signal captured by detectors, thereby improving survival rates. However, the combination of detectors operating in multiple spectral bands poses a significant challenge, necessitating the development of.....»»
Submonolayer biolasers: Lower gain, higher sensitivity
Designing sensitive and single-use biosensors for early diagnosis remains a major challenge. Scientists in China have invented submonolayer lasers on optical fibers as ultrasensitive and disposable biosensors......»»
High fidelity spatial mode quantum gates enabled by diffractive neural networks
Reliable quantum gates are the fundamental component of quantum information processing. However, achieving high-dimensional unitary transformations in a scalable and compact manner with ultrahigh fidelities remains a great challenge......»»
Innovation in stone tool technology involved multiple stages at the time of modern human dispersals, study finds
A study led by researchers at the Nagoya University Museum in Japan may change how we understand the cultural evolution of Homo sapiens at the time of their dispersal across Eurasia about 50,000 to 40,000 years ago. These findings challenge tradition.....»»
Apple Watch Heart Month Challenge set for Valentine’s Day
The annual Heart Month Challenge is back again this year for Apple Watch users. Scheduled for Valentine’s Day, here’s how to earn the special award and the special sticker pack for the event. more….....»»
Artificial intelligence for the financial market: Machine learning can enhance stock return prediction
In the complex world of financial markets, accurately forecasting stock prices is a significant challenge. One approach relies on enhancing the information from stock market anomalies, factors influencing a stock's return. Traditional methods that co.....»»
Kandji unveils new reporting, compliance, and incident investigation tool for Apple fleets
Getting the right visibility into the correct data is a common challenge for businesses and can directly impact the risk of cyber security incidents. Organizations report 3.3 times more incidents caused by a lack of visibility into their IT assets. N.....»»
3 ways to achieve crypto agility in a post-quantum world
Working at the speed of digital business is a constant challenge. But in today’s increasingly automated operational environment, crypto agility—i.e., an organization’s ability to (at the moment of compromise) switch rapidly and seamlessly betwe.....»»
How CISOs navigate policies and access across enterprises
In this Help Net Security interview, Marco Eggerling, Global CISO at Check Point, discusses the challenge of balancing data protection with diverse policies, devices, and access controls in a distributed enterprise. He also highlights the significanc.....»»
4chan daily challenge sparked deluge of explicit AI Taylor Swift images
New AI image filters are "just another obstacle to ‘defeat,’" researcher says. Enlarge (credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor | FilmMagic) 4chan users who have made a game out of exploiting popular AI image gene.....»»
Trio wins $700K Vesuvius Challenge grand prize for deciphering ancient scroll
The 2024 Challenge has also been announced, with a $100,000 grand prize. Enlarge / Text from one of the Herculaneum scrolls has been deciphered. Roughly 95 percent of the scroll remains to be read. (credit: Vesuvius Challenge).....»»
Apple opens 2024 Swift Student Challenge applications with new ‘Distinguished Winners’ category
Apple has officially opened applications for the 2024 Swift Student Challenge. “Apple is proud to support and uplift the next generation of developers, creators, and entrepreneurs with the Swift Student Challenge,” Apple touts. more….....»»