Meet the Lithuanian ‘Elves’ Fighting Russian Disinformation
The world has awoken recently to the threat of Kremlin-backed fake news, but Lithuanian 'elves' have been trying to fight Russian disinformation for years On the day that Russia began its expanded invasion of Ukraine, Henrikas Savickis wa.....»»
Get ready for Marvel vs. Capcom’s return with this retro hidden gem
SNK vs. Capcom SVC Chaos is an important piece of fighting game history, and its return demonstrates how healthy the genre is right now......»»
Smallholder farmers, efficient ranching practices critical to meet restoration targets in Brazil"s Atlantic Forest
A new study led by King's College London simulated the effects of various restoration policies to assess their impact on biodiversity and agricultural production......»»
Elon Musk’s X tests letting users request Community Notes on bad posts
X to fight spiking disinformation by letting users request Community Notes. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Continuing to evolve the fact-checking service that launched as Twitter's Birdwatch, X.....»»
Sustainable irrigation critical to recovery of Ukrainian farms, a major global exporter of grain and oilseeds
By the middle of the century, three-quarters of Ukrainian croplands—a critical source of the world's grain and oilseeds—will experience water shortages due to the combination of climate change and infrastructural damage caused by the Russian inva.....»»
Fighting AI-powered synthetic ID fraud with AI
Aided by the emergence of generative artificial intelligence models, synthetic identity fraud has skyrocketed, and now accounts for a staggering 85% of all identity fraud cases. For security professionals, the challenge lies in staying one step ahead.....»»
Former Russian self-driving car company Yandex reboots as Avride
Now the core group of executives and engineers behind the self-driving efforts of former Russian company Yandex have regrouped and formed a new self-driving car brand called Avride Inc......»»
New research identifies ecosystems that could be threatened by declining groundwater levels
Where hidden water tables meet the Earth's surface, life can thrive even in the driest locations. Offering refuge during times of drought, shallow groundwater aquifers act like water savings accounts that can support ecosystems with the moisture requ.....»»
iMessage patent row between Apple and MPH revived with new subpoena
Apple is fighting to make litigation funding firm Omni Bridgeway comply with a subpoena, demanding details about its relationship with MPH, a company Apple is in a patent lawsuit with over iMessage and FaceTime.Messages on an iPhoneBack in 2018, Finn.....»»
Meet the woman whose research helped the FBI catch notorious serial killers
Hulu documentary Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer traces career of Dr. Ann Burgess. Enlarge / Dr. Ann Burgess helps the FBI catch serial killers in Hulu's Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer. (credit: YouTube/Hulu) Fans.....»»
Irish peat soils are far more vast than previously known, suggests study
New figures suggest peat soils cover 13% more area than previous peat soil maps, which are useful in land use planning—with peat soils critical in absorbing greenhouse gases (GHG) and helping to meet some of Ireland's most pressing environmental ch.....»»
Secureworks Taegis ManagedXDR Plus enhances cybersecurity for mid-market customers
Secureworks launched Taegis ManagedXDR Plus, a new Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering that liberates the mid-market from indistinct, cookie cutter security solutions that don’t meet their unique security requirements. This announceme.....»»
Along shifting coastlines, scientists bring the future into focus
In the wet, muddy places where America's rivers and lands meet the sea, scientists from the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory are unearthing clues to better understand how these vital landscapes are evolving under climate change......»»
On NYC beaches, angry birds are fighting drones on patrol for sharks and swimmers
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City's beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: local shorebirds......»»
Four crucial climate targets the new UK government should adopt immediately
The UK is not on track to meet its climate targets and has no credible pathway to get there. However, a new set of more specific targets would provide some clarity for the country's new government and would ultimately help achieve the overall goal: p.....»»
How to differentially improve the cultivated land quality in China
Quality is the core characteristic of cultivated land and is crucial for ensuring sustainable resource utilization and national food security. To meet the increasing demand for food driven by rapid population growth and the continual optimization of.....»»
Latest European demographic data sheet highlights lasting impact of war and migration
The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the consequent displacement of millions of people will have a significant impact on the country's long-term population structure. Researchers from the Austrian Academy of Sciences, IIASA, and the University of Vien.....»»
Republicans angry that ISPs receiving US grants must offer low-cost plans
Law requires grantees to offer low-cost plans. GOP calls it "rate regulation." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Matt Anderson Photography) Republican lawmakers are fighting a Biden administration attempt to bring cheap br.....»»
Riot almost made a Smash Bros.-inspired fighting game, report says
A new report shines light on a possible Smash Bros competitor developed by Riot Games, although it was scrapped......»»
Logitech Expands its Gaming Mice Lineup once Again
Meet the G309 LIGHTSPEED. The post Logitech Expands its Gaming Mice Lineup once Again appeared first on Phandroid. Logitech recently announced the arrival of a new lightweight and feature-packed wireless mouse in the form of the Logitech G.....»»
Meet the Samsung Galaxy Watch7
Samsung offers a more "traditional" wearable experience with the Watch7. The post Meet the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 appeared first on Phandroid. After much anticipation from fans and folks after a new Android wearable, Samsung finally launche.....»»