Russia is blocking more and more VPNs
The Russian government is increasingly blocking URLs linked to VPN services as part of its ongoing war efforts......»»
Russia’s Space Program Is in Big Trouble
A set of Soyuz spacecraft coolant leaks hints that Roscosmos is struggling as the space agency loses international partnerships and funding......»»
How Europe’s ExoMars rover plans to get to Mars without Russia
ExoMars was supposed to be a joint Europe-Russia mission. But the rover will now be sent to Mars using a European lander instead......»»
FCC orders phone companies to block scam text messages
First robotext rule requires blocking of texts from invalid and unused numbers. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | B4LLS) The Federal Communications Commission today finalized rules requiring mobile carriers to block robote.....»»
Firefox just got a great new way to protect your privacy
Mozilla’s Firefox web browser has always been focused on privacy, and it’s just integrated a helpful tool that will make blocking email trackers even easier......»»
Ransomware attacks have entered a heinous new phase
Cybercriminal gangs now releasing stolen photos of cancer patients, student records. Enlarge (credit: Don Farrall/Getty Images) In February, attackers from the Russia-based BlackCat ransomware group hit a physician pract.....»»
Russia Is Powering Up a Giant Laser to Test Its Nuclear Weapons
To check that atomic weapons work, scientists run simulations of explosions using high-energy lasers—and Russia is building the strongest one of all......»»
High-fidelity simulation offers insight into 2013 Chelyabinsk meteor
On the morning of Feb. 15, 2013, a small asteroid exploded over Chelyabinsk, Russia, sending a loud shockwave and sonic boom across the region, damaging buildings and leaving around 1,200 people injured. The resulting meteor, with a diameter of appro.....»»
Supply chain eagerly awaits satellite communication demand; lack of open standards remains biggest obstacle
The effectiveness of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite backup communication services during the Russia-Ukraine war has attracted global attention to the business opportunities of LEO satellites. Both international manufacturers and those in the satelli.....»»
The four factors that fuel disinformation among Facebook ads
Before and after the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Russia's Internet Research Agency purchased tens of thousands of Facebook ads in an effort to stoke division among Americans. Their effect on the election is hard to quantify. But their reach is u.....»»
Blocking gene that inhibits root growth may enhance drought resistance in crops
A strong root system allows crops to absorb water and nutrients from the soil, but scientists have little information about the genes that control root development. Recent research published in New Phytologist reveals that blocking a negative regulat.....»»
We Must Prevent a New Nuclear Arms Race
Smart U.S. leadership and international pressure on Russia can prevent an unconstrained global nuclear arms race.....»»
Ukrainians Shift to Renewable Power for Energy Security amid War
Russia’s war in Ukraine has caused widespread power cuts, spurring a rise in demand for residential solar power units.....»»
The sketchy plan to build a Russian Android phone
A Russian tech giant plans to launch new Android phones and tablets. Enlarge (credit: Jeffrey Coolidge/Getty Images) Since the invasion of Ukraine one year ago, Russia has faced an exodus of tech companies and service.....»»
Apple cracks down on ChatGPT apps with harsh age ratings
Apple is currently blocking the BlueMail ChatGPT integration update due to the app developer disputing its age restriction of 17 and older......»»
VW"s Russia plant to be sold to local dealer group, report says
Russia's Avilon dealership group is poised to buy VW Group's Kaluga factory, Moscow-based business news site RBC reported on Wednesday, citing two unidentified sources......»»
Russia fines Wikipedia for publishing facts instead of Kremlin war propaganda
Third fine since Ukraine invasion targets articles about Russian military units. Enlarge / Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a ceremony at the Eternal Flame and the Unknown Soldier's grave in Alexander Garden in Moscow, Ru.....»»
Targeting wealth managers would cripple Russia"s oligarchs, claims new study
From astronomical sums of money to opulent superyachts and lavish villas, the assets of the oligarchs providing the political and financial backing for Russian president Vladimir Putin's military ambitions have been publicly and fervently seized by W.....»»
Apple surrenders one hour of profit to Russia for antitrust violations
After failing to overturn a 2021 Russian fine regarding abuse of the App Store's alleged dominace, Apple has now paid the country's regulator $12.12 million.This case is separate to the 2022 App Store antitrust fine, in which Russia's Federal Antimo.....»»
Russia"s aggression threatens efforts to protect nature beyond Ukraine, say researchers
The Russian invasion of Ukraine launched in February 2022 has sent economic, social and political shock waves around the world. In a newly published policy brief, we and other researchers and conservation scientists describe how these effects extend.....»»
A year since Russia invaded Ukraine, new research shows global financial impact
On February 24, 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine escalated a dramatic conflict, with devastating effects both in human costs on the ground and international impact. Beyond the immediate reaction of world stock markets, newly published research f.....»»