Saki monkeys get screen time for more control over their lives in captivity
Technology helps humans maintain connections, get work done, and relax after a long day. How it can best improve the lives of animals, particularly those in captivity, however, has remained an open question......»»
Cuttlefish can pass the marshmallow test
Cuttlefish that were better at self-control also performed better on learning tests. Enlarge / A common cuttlefish, Sepia officinalis, in the Marine Resources Center at the Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA. A new study finds the cut.....»»
A Folding iPhone Could Be Coming In 2023
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that Apple could be launching a folding iPhone in 2023, and that the phone could have a screen between 7.5 and eight inches. The Verge reports: There have been numerous reports about Apple prototyping a folding iPhone, but a.....»»
Epic Games acquires parent company of Fall Guys developer Mediatonic
On Tuesday, Mediatonic received word that its runaway hit Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout has been nominated for five BAFTA awards. Coincidentally, the news came at right about the same time that Epic Games announced the completion of a deal to pick up.....»»
We’re looking for skilled marketers to speak at SMX Advanced!
If you’re interested in speaking at SMX Advanced but haven’t pitched a session yet, now’s the time. Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article......»»
Why Cloud & Governance Matter When Scaling Digital Experience Platforms
Last year threw everyone some curveballs, including difficulty scaling DXP systems. So what was the problem and how can you avoid it next time? Keep reading... Continue reading........»»
Contraception app Natural Cycles swipes at new rival from Clue
The founder of Natural Cycles criticises the approval of Clue Birth Control in the US......»»
Texan chipmakers face slow recovery from power crisis as demand rises
Chipmakers now have the power, water and gas they need to operate, but they need time to restart tools and clean the factories, said the head of the Austin Regional Manufacturers Association......»»
Instacart doubles its valuation for the second time since pandemic began
For the second time since the the pandemic began, Instacart has doubled its valuation as a privately-held startup......»»
A mechanism by which cells build "mini-muscles" underneath their nucleus identified
Research has uncovered how motor protein myosin, which is responsible for contraction of skeletal muscles, functions also in non-muscle cells to build contractile structures at the inner face of the cell membrane. This is the first time when such 'mi.....»»
Study points to the challenges of harvest-time weed seed controls in Pacific Northwest
Herbicide-resistant weeds have fueled a growing demand for effective, nonchemical weed controls. Among the techniques used are chaff carts, impact mills and other harvest-time practices that remove or destroy weed seeds instead of leaving them on the.....»»
Epic continues its studio-acquisition spree, buys Fall Guys devs
Free-to-play? Steam changes? "Nothing to announce right now!" Enlarge / At this time, we're unsure whether Mediatonic was paid by Epic in cash, stock options, or golden crowns. (credit: Mediatonic / Aurich Lawson) On Tuesday, Epic Games, the m.....»»
SoundCloud adjusts revenue model for indie artists
We’ve known for a long time that music streaming royalties are fundamentally broken. As revenue has shifted away from sales of physical music, it’s become increasingly difficult for many independent artists to make a living off recorded music. Bu.....»»
Polymerization process of hydrogel microspheres on video
Aqueous free-radical precipitation polymerization is one of the most useful methods to prepare uniformly sized hydrogel microspheres (microgels), and an understanding of the polymerization mechanism is crucial to control the structure or physicochemi.....»»
Researchers uncover how some animals sense the gritty texture of their food
There's more to taste than flavor. Let ice cream melt, and the next time you take it out of the freezer you'll find its texture icy instead of the smooth, creamy confection you're used to. Though its flavor hasn't changed, most people would agree the.....»»
I crashed the DJI FPV drone the first time I took it for a spin
The DJI FPV drone is a beast that can only be tamed by seasoned pilots. I thought I was worthy, but I crashed it on my first test flight......»»
Spotify podcast listeners to top Apple’s for the first time in 2021, forecast claims
Investors have been waiting for Spotify’s multimillion-dollar bet on podcasting to pay off, in terms of increased paid subscriptions or improved revenues. But before that can occur, Spotify has to get more people listening to podcasts through i.....»»
Looped raises $7.7M to expand its interactive live event platform
Live events in the age of Covid-19 have largely been moved into the virtual world: we buy tickets (or simply click on a link), go to a site or app, and watch the action unfold on a screen. Your seat or mine might be just as good as that of any other.....»»
Ultra-fast electron measurement provides important findings for the solar industry
Using a new method, physicists from TU Freiberg, in cooperation with researchers from Berkeley and Hamburg, are for the first time analyzing at the femtosecond scale the processes in a model system for organic solar cells. This can be used to develop.....»»
Space hurricane observed for the first time
The first observations of a space hurricane have been revealed in Earth's upper atmosphere, confirming their existence and shedding new light on the relationship between planets and space......»»
Microsoft’s new Outlook board puts calendars, reminders, and lists in one place
Microsoft's popular Outlook emailing service on the web is getting updates with new features designed to help you take control of your day and meetings......»»