Optical power evolution in fiber-optic networks: New framework for better modeling and control
With the emergence of internet services such as AI-generated content and virtual reality, the demand for global capacity has surged, significantly intensifying pressures on fiber-optic communication systems. To address this surge and reduce operation.....»»
Passport control for glycan maturation: Discovery of a molecular tag that enhances biopharmaceutical quality
A collaborative research group, including researchers from Nagoya City University, National Institutes of Natural Sciences, and RIKEN has uncovered a molecular tool, the "passport sequence," that significantly improves the production efficiency and q.....»»
Iranian women"s bodies are becoming a battlefield
Authoritarian regimes rely on patriarchal structures to consolidate their power. In Iran, this partnership serves to control women's bodies......»»
FCC approves Starlink plan for cellular phone service, with some limits
Starlink can provide cell service but FCC defers action on waiver of power limits. Starlink yesterday obtained federal approval to provide service to cell phones, with some limits.....»»
Black Friday, the economic environment and the evolution of America"s retail holiday
On November 29, American shoppers will rush to malls and retail stores for the day known as "Black Friday," the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Falling annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving, the event generates billions of dollar.....»»
Capturing complex atoms in optical tweezers
A team led by Francesca Ferlaino has set a new milestone in atomic physics by trapping individual erbium atoms in optical tweezers for the first time. Taking advantage of erbium's complex electronic structure, which opens up new degrees of freedom an.....»»
UN climate talks face a credibility crisis as countries disengage
In Baku, Azerbaijan, the so-called "finance COP" was a disappointment. Now, the UN's framework convention on climate change (UNFCCC) is facing a credibility crisis......»»
Brains grew faster as humans evolved, study finds
Modern humans, Neanderthals, and other recent relatives on our human family tree evolved bigger brains much more rapidly than earlier species, a new study of human brain evolution has found......»»
Magnetic memory device reduces power consumption, heat generation in MRAM semiconductors
A research team, led by Professor Jung-Woo Yoo from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at UNIST has unveiled a new type of magnetic memory device, designed to reduce power consumption and heat generation in MRAM semiconductors. The w.....»»
Black Friday Jackery deals 2024: Save up to 50% on Jackery power stations
We've tracked down all the early Black Friday Jackery deals already available. We've also highlighted all you need to know before buying one......»»
Neuralink Plans to Test Whether Its Brain Implant Can Control a Robotic Arm
Elon Musk’s brain implant company is launching a new study to test whether its wireless device can control a robotic arm......»»
It’s Time to Make the Internet Safer for Kids
Parent power alone won’t ensure the next generation’s safety—politicians and tech firms must take steps, too......»»
Fruit fly study offers new insights into sperm evolution
Sperm are the most diverse and rapidly evolving cell type. Why sperm have undergone such dramatic evolution is a mystery that has stumped biologists for more than a century......»»
Take control of your digital footprint with DeleteMe and regain your privacy
If you want to take control of your digital footprint and recover some semblance of privacy consider using DeleteMe and remove it from data brokers......»»
Mac mini M4 Pro review: Mac Studio power, miniaturized
The M4 Pro Mac mini is possibly the best deal in computing in late 2024, boasting an impressive amount of power for pros that rivals the Mac Studio and Mac Pro in a tiny package.The M4 Pro Mac miniWhen it comes to desktop Mac models, the Mac mini is.....»»
Authorities disrupt major cybercrime operation, 1000+ suspects arrested
Authorities across 19 African countries have arrested 1,006 suspects and dismantled 134,089 malicious infrastructures and networks thanks to a joint operation by INTERPOL and AFRIPOL against cybercrime. Results of the operation (Source: INTERPOL) Ope.....»»
Researchers reveal exploitable flaws in corporate VPN clients
Researchers have discovered vulnerabilities in the update process of Palo Alto Networks (CVE-2024-5921) and SonicWall (CVE-2024-29014) corporate VPN clients that could be exploited to remotely execute code on users’ devices. CVE-2024-5921 CVE-2.....»»
iPhone Diary: Focus and exposure lock is great in principle, but it’s for sure a beta feature
The Camera Control feature I was most looking forward to was half-press to lock focus and exposure – a key feature of traditional cameras. While I’m very happy to have this in the latest beta, testing it in real-life use definitely confirms it.....»»
Apple faces antitrust action in the UK over default web browser (but not cloud gaming)
Apple is likely to face antitrust action in the UK over Safari being the default web browser on iPhone. The country’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally concluded that the company abuses its control over iPhone apps. This.....»»
Here are my top 6 iPhones cases for 2024
Every year, there seems to be an infinite number of cases available for your iPhone. There are thin cases, bulky cases, cases made of leather, others made of pure metal, cases with stands, and cases with a camera control cover; if you can think of it.....»»
Gurman: Apple has no ‘meaningful’ AirPods Max plans after USB-C refresh
According to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple has no ‘meaningful’ plans to refresh after the introduction of the USB-C model earlier this year. If you were waiting for a bigger refresh with a newer chip, improved noise cancellat.....»»