Pentagon says no evidence of secret US work on alien tech
Has the United States confirmed sightings of alien craft, or worked to reverse-engineer extraterrestrial technology?.....»»
Saudi Arabia bets on tech to make deserts bloom
Saudi Arabia is investing in green innovation to transform its deserts, but accusations of greenwashing highlight the challenge of turning ambitious projects into climate solutions......»»
How two apps are turning smartphones into navigation devices for the blind
A team of researchers has built two apps that only need the sensors fitted inside a phone to help blind people navigate buildings. Here's how they work......»»
The shocking speed of AWS key exploitation
It’s no secret that developers often inadvertently expose AWS access keys online and we know that these keys are being scraped and misused by attackers before organizations get a chance to revoke them. Clutch Security researchers performed a te.....»»
Ex-employee sues Apple for ‘surveillance’ after being forced to edit LinkedIn profile
Media outlet Semafor has publicized a lawsuit by a former ad tech employee at Apple who is suing the company for “physical, video electronic surveillance.” The story falls under the headline “Employee lawsuit accuses Apple of spying on its work.....»»
Evidence of human-to-animal SARS-CoV-2 transmission in a Brazilian zoo
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais-led research at the Belo Horizonte Zoo in Minas Gerais, Brazil, has detected SARS-CoV-2 in multiple captive wild mammals, revealing potential human-to-animal transmission and viral evolution in new hosts......»»
Evidence of primordial black holes may be hiding in planets, or even everyday objects here on Earth
Imagine the formation of a black hole and you'll probably envision a massive star running out of fuel and collapsing in on itself. Yet the chaotic conditions of the early universe may have also allowed many small black holes to form long before the f.....»»
Study provides experimental evidence of high harmonic generation producing quantum light
High harmonic generation (HHG) is a highly non-linear phenomenon where a system (for example, an atom) absorbs many photons of a laser and emits photons of much higher energy, whose frequency is a harmonic (that is, a multiple) of the incoming laser'.....»»
Sociologist links dads helping out at home and moms returning to work, having second child
Dads, if you are willing to take up the dishwashing sponge, toilet brush or spatula, there is a good chance you will be doing some national service: Boosting both the country's low birth rate and women's contribution to the economy......»»
Coastal revelations from space: New satellite tech maps sandy beaches
Scientists have developed a method to map sandy beach intertidal zones with unprecedented accuracy using satellite data. This innovative approach allows for precise measurements of coastlines that are constantly shaped by tides and waves, providing c.....»»
Tip pressure might work in the moment, but customers are less likely to return
Have you ever hesitated at the register, uncomfortable as an employee watched you choose a tip? It's not just you. The rise of digital tipping systems—from point-of-sale devices held by employees to countertop screens that clearly display your sele.....»»
Report: Almost 1 in 10 UK workers increasingly trapped in precarious work
It is concerning that 8% of UK workers are "increasingly precarious"—likely to be stuck in low-paid, insecure or otherwise uncertain work—say researchers from UCL in a new report on the UK labor market......»»
Advances in fine-tuning electron behavior in quantum materials could fast-track next generation of tech
Physicists at Loughborough University have made an exciting breakthrough in understanding how to fine-tune the behavior of electrons in quantum materials poised to drive the next generation of advanced technologies......»»
Observations shed more light on the properties of three-planet system TOI-396
An international team of astronomers has investigated a planetary system consisting of three alien worlds orbiting the star TOI-396. The study, published Nov. 22 on the pre-print server arXiv, provides the first mass measurements for these three plan.....»»
From HR to work/life balance—How working life has (and hasn"t) changed since ancient Rome
While powerful figures tend to take up the most space in our history books, the vast majority of people in the ancient world were regular working class folks, and most people's lives revolved around the daily grind. A new book sheds light on working.....»»
Cheaper housing and better transport? Australia"s new National Urban Policy
Imagine a city where everyone can afford a safe home, reach work or school without long, stressful commutes, and enjoy green parks and clean air......»»
960 million dirty diapers are a big waste problem—what can be done with them
The use of disposable diapers (nappies) is growing in African countries. The disposable diaper undoubtedly makes it easier for many parents to work or spend time on other things, including their own and their child's well-being......»»
Security Bite: Mosyle identifies new malware loaders written in unconventional languages [Exclusive]
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Ap.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: November 28, 2024 – Tech we’re thankful for with Benjamin Mayo
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. : Check.....»»
GRID slashes prices on iconic tech frames for Black Friday 2024
Following pre-Black Friday sales, GRID – the company known for transforming gadgets into wall art – has unveiled its Black Friday 2024 deals. This year’s Black Friday deals feature significant discounts on some of GRID’s most popular frames,.....»»
Aqara unleashes major Black Friday discounts on HomeKit doorbell cameras, locks, sensors, and much more
The excellent smart home brand Aqara is making it more affordable than ever to give the gift of HomeKit this holiday season — even if the gift is for yourself. 9to5Mac readers can save big on smart home products from Aqara that work with Apple Home.....»»