Making sense of the strikingly different ways consumers and economists view markets
When it comes to the very basics of economics—production, trade and labor—average consumers and economists are on vastly different pages......»»
Election results show potential of prediction markets and blockchain, economist says
A prediction market was more accurate in forecasting the 2024 presidential election than traditional polls and pundits. Prediction markets, also known as betting markets, are where contracts that are contingent on the occurrence of events in the futu.....»»
Robots give scientists unprecedented access to study coral reef biodiversity
Mesophotic coral ecosystems have some of the highest diversity of stony corals (Scleractinia) in the world, making them particularly important for researchers. These ecosystems are also unique because they host more native species compared to shallow.....»»
Smarten up your holiday scene with the Govee Icicle Lights
Govee Icicle Lights are a great way of making the outside of your home look more festive but also smarter too. They're currently on sale at Best Buy......»»
Dispensing privilege and favors: How luxury brands emulate royal courts
Wealth-seeking consumers must court luxury brands to convince them to grant the coveted and privileged access to specific products, called "enrichment goods," which they know will re-sell at substantially higher prices in the second-hand market, new.....»»
Fly Me to the Moon movie now streaming on Apple TV+
After making its debut in cinemas around the world in July, the original film Fly Me to the Moon is now streaming on Apple TV+. Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum star in this comedic drama, which is set against the backdrop of the 1960s space.....»»
Apex the $45M stegosaurus is on display in New York. Here"s what scientists hope to learn about it
The most expensive dinosaur fossil ever discovered will be on view in New York starting this weekend, American Museum of Natural History officials announced Wednesday......»»
How to choose secure, verifiable technologies?
The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) has published a guidance document titled Choosing Secure and Verifiable Technologies, compiled to assist organizations in making informed decisions when procuring.....»»
GenAI makes phishing attacks more believable and cost-effective
GenAI is a powerful tool that can be used by security teams to protect organizations, however, it can also be used by malicious actors, making phishing-related attacks a growing and concerning threat vector, according to Ivanti. Ivanti’s resear.....»»
Teenagers leading new wave of cybercrime
Global data breaches show no signs of slowing down as this year has already exceeded 2023 in the number of data breaches and consumers impacted, according to Experian. Younger cybercriminals on the rise Today, the world of cyber hacking is not confin.....»»
Apple Vision Pro has completely changed how Porsche unveils sports cars in two ways
It’s no secret that the team members at Porsche are fans of Apple technology. From embracing next-gen CarPlay to including Apple CEO Tim Cook in a keynote, the German car company has a special appreciation for Apple. Taking advantage of state-o.....»»
Apple"s display roadmap could lead to OLED iPad mini in 2026
Apple could be making big changes to the displays of the iPad mini, iPad Air, and MacBook Air, if a display roadmap is to be believed, including transitioning the models to OLED starting from 2026.iPad mini could be next to get an OLED displayApple h.....»»
Experiments show coating rice seedling with nanoscale carbon dots from durian helps rice plants thrive in salty soil
Extreme weather and pollution have increased the salt content in some soil, making growing conditions harsh for salt-sensitive crops like rice. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Nano detail a possible solution that doesn't require genetic modificatio.....»»
Scientists counted 49 ways Australia is destroying the ecosystems we hold dear—but there is hope
Australia's ecosystems face an unprecedented crisis. From rainforests in the continent's north to the alpine bogs and fens of the alps, ecosystems are being pushed towards collapse......»»
Optimal decision-making in a school of fish uses a flexible system based on role sharing, researchers find
Theoretical biology states that in a flock of birds or school of fish exhibiting collaborative behavior, being in a state of criticality (i.e., a "flexible system" that can changeably respond to the environment) is crucial for flexible and quick deci.....»»
How our view of science changes: Study tracks attitudes from adolescence to adulthood
Science fascinates us as children and challenges us as adults, a 33-year study by University of Michigan researchers reveals......»»
The best ways to unlock new clothing in Infinity Nikki
Need to expand your wardrobe and unlock as many pieces of clothing and hairstyles as possible? Here are some of the best ways to get clothes in Infinity Nikki......»»
The best ways to get Diamonds and Bling in Infinity Nikki
Diamonds and Bling are two important currencies in Infinity Nikki — here are the best ways to make sure you always have enough......»»
ESPN is now available on the Disney+ app, with some free content
Disney has added a new ESPN tile to the Disney+ app, making it easier for its subscribers to access ESPN+'s sports content in one place......»»
Engineered enzymes may help plants adapt to higher temperatures
As global temperatures rise, it's imperative that plants can adapt to new and changing conditions. Michigan State University researchers from the Walker lab are looking at ways to give plants an assist. More specifically, their research aims to help.....»»
How ecotourism can help promote cultural diversity and biodiversity
Around the world, people have developed strong, intimate connections with their surrounding wildlife and ecosystems. From traditional dances to inspiring ways of knowing and being, wildlife is woven into the fabric of cultures worldwide. This connect.....»»