These bats use their penis as an "arm" during sex but not for penetration
Mammals usually mate via penetrative sex, but researchers report Nov. 20 in the journal Current Biology that a species of bat, the serotine bat, (Eptesicus serotinus) mates without penetration. This is the first time non-penetrative sex has been docu.....»»
Counting Africa"s largest bat colony with AI
Once a year, a small forest in Zambia becomes the site of one of the world's greatest natural spectacles. In November, straw-colored fruit bats migrate from across the African continent to a patch of trees in Kasanka National Park. For reasons not ye.....»»
Humans" ancestors survived the asteroid impact that killed the dinosaurs, shows fossil record analysis
A Cretaceous origin for placental mammals, the group that includes humans, dogs and bats, has been revealed by in-depth analysis of the fossil record, showing they co-existed with dinosaurs for a short time before the dinosaurs went extinct......»»
Ancient pendant found in Mongolia may be oldest known carving of a penis
An international team of archaeologists, ethnographers and historians has found a pendant that may be the earliest known example of a carved phallus. They have published their findings in the journal Scientific Reports......»»
Studying the parenting behavior of poison frogs using tadpole-like robots
Over the past few decades, roboticists have developed robots inspired by a wide range of animals, including dogs, snakes, birds, spiders, bats, octopus, and different types of insects. These robots were primarily designed to tackle real-world practic.....»»
10 open-source recon tools worth your time
Recon is the initial stage in the penetration testing process. It’s a vital phase allowing the tester to understand their target and strategize their moves. Here are ten open-source recon tools that deserve to be in your arsenal. Altdns Altdns.....»»
NetSPI Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) platform demo
See the NetSPI centralized detective control validation platform in action and learn how it allows companies to create and execute custom procedures using proven technology and expert human penetration testers. Ready to continuously simulate real-wor.....»»
Birds and bats enhance yields for cacao farmers in northern Peru, study finds
Healthy bat and bird populations don't only help to keep the endangered tropical dry forests of northern Peru in equilibrium. For the region's farmers of cacao—the main ingredient in chocolate—these predators are worth almost $1,000 per hectare o.....»»
Preventing pandemics by leaving bats undisturbed
As the COVID-19 pandemic slowly subsides, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) experts and colleagues from the Wildlife Conservation Society have partnered on a new analysis in The Lancet Planetary Health journal focused on how suc.....»»
Migratory bats tracked for the first time ever using new algorithm
For the first time ever, researchers can track the movements of bats with the help of a brand new algorithm utilizing radar technology, created by the University of Haifa and Tel Aviv University......»»
Kali Linux 2023.2 released: New tools, a pre-built Hyper-V image, a new audio stack, and more!
Offensive Security has released Kali Linux 2023.2, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform. New tools in Kali Linux 2023.2 Aside from updates for existing tools, a new Kali version usually comes with new t.....»»
Penetration tester develops AWS-based automated cracking rig
Building a custom cracking rig for research can be expensive, so penetration tester Max Ahartz built one on AWS. In this Help Net Security interview, he takes us through the process and unveils the details of his creation. What motivated you to under.....»»
Weevils, long-nosed beetles, are unsung heroes of pollination
Butterflies, bees, and even bats are celebrated as pollinators: creatures that travel from flower to flower to feed, and in the process, help fertilize the plants by spreading pollen. But some of nature's most diverse pollinators often go unnoticed,.....»»
China 5G network penetration rate rising rapidly
In China, 5G network penetration is fast expanding and is expected to surpass 4G by 2024, according to market observers......»»
SiC devices to see rising penetration in energy storage applications
Despite Tesla planning to cut the use of SiC (silicon carbide) components in its future cars, SiC penetration in energy storage, renewable energy and charging pile applications will see significant growth potential, helping to bolster overall demand.....»»
Researchers describe mechanisms that could prevent infections with the influenza A and Ebola viruses
Viruses like influenza A and Ebola invade human cells in a number of steps. In an interdisciplinary approach, research teams from Heidelberg University and Heidelberg University Hospital investigated the final stages of viral penetration using electr.....»»
Realtek expects Wi-Fi 6 to become mainstream for Wi-Fi products in 2023
Realtek Semiconductor expects the penetration rates of Wi-Fi 6 in PCs to rise to 70% and routers to 60% in 2023, each up 10pp from a year ago, while products supporting Wi-Fi 7 are unlikely to begin volume shipments until 2024-2025 as the standard is.....»»
OLED notebooks gaining traction
OLED has seen growing penetration in the notebook market, according to a Korean media report......»»
Bugcrowd’s new self-serve PTaaS enable buyers to manage pen tests directly online
Bugcrowd has released new capabilities in its Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) offering that enables buyers to purchase, set up, and manage pen tests directly online without a need for lengthy sales calls and scoping sessions. PTaaS is one of.....»»
A new study finds that pregnancy affects bats" sensing capabilities
There have been several studies pointing to an impairment of the cognitive abilities of pregnant women. A new Tel Aviv University study reveals that bats, too, experience a decline in their ability to hunt and orient in space during pregnancy......»»
GaN fast chargers gaining penetration in mobile devices
As charging and storage space demand for mobile devices like handsets, notebooks, and tablets continues to rise, major consumer electronics brands and third-party suppliers of accessories are successively releasing fast charging devices adopting thir.....»»