TikTok Candle Media partnership will create opportunities for ‘underrepresented’ creators and authors
A new TikTok Candle Media partnership will create opportunities for “underrepresented” creators and authors, according to the two companies. This will include a new program with a media company founded by actor and producer Reese Witherspoon ….....»»
Addressing global water security challenges: New study reveals investment opportunities and readiness levels
Water scarcity, pollution, and the burden of waterborne diseases are urgent issues threatening global health and security. A recently published study in the journal Global Environmental Change highlights the pressing need for innovative economic stra.....»»
The biological marvels of the seabed are being mined to create commercial products—here are the risks
Thousands of genes from deep-sea marine life are being used to create new commercial products ranging from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics. Genes are segments of DNA that provide instructions for making other molecules that are essential for the structu.....»»
Study finds strong link between childhood opportunities and educational attainment, earnings as a young adult
The number of educational opportunities that children accrue at home, in early education and care, at school, in afterschool programs, and in their communities as they grow up are strongly linked to their educational attainment and earnings in early.....»»
Sony, Ubisoft scandals prompt Calif. ban on deceptive sales of digital goods
New California law reminds us we don't own games and movies. Enlarge (credit: Carol Yepes | Moment) California recently became the first state to ban deceptive sales of so-called "disappearing media." On Tuesday, Governo.....»»
Scientists create model of holographic dark energy that is no longer unstable
In 1998, scientists discovered that our universe expands with acceleration, and in order to explain this effect, the concept of dark matter was introduced. This is a special type of energy that fills up all of existing space-time but is impossible to.....»»
Spotify introduces new conversion metrics for podcast creators
Spotify on Wednesday announced updates for podcast creators. More specifically, the Spotify for Podcasters platform is adding new conversion metrics for both hosted and non-hosted creators. Read on as we detail what changes with this update. more.....»»
A social media platform that is actually good for democracy?
Technology is often seen as a threat to democracy, with the surge in AI capabilities the latest big concern......»»
Nissan to buy back 5% of its own shares from partner Renault
The two automakers are restructuring their partnership and aiming for an equal cross shareholding of 15 percent each......»»
UN chief says sea level rise threatens "rising tide of misery"
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Wednesday that rising sea levels threaten to create "a rising tide of misery" for millions, with intense storm surges, coastal erosion and coastal flooding increasingly likely......»»
Violence, harassment from students is overwhelmingly "part of the job" for Saskatchewan education sector workers
Saskatchewan education sector workers are experiencing disturbing levels of workplace violence and harassment, says a new report spotlighting a situation that has reached "a breaking point," according to its authors......»»
Studying fossil extraction on Native lands and exploring the depths of untold histories
In 2019, historian Lukas Rieppel published a book about the history of dinosaur fossils and their excavation in the late 1800s to create museum displays......»»
Spotify’s AI Playlist creation tool lands in the U.S., Canada, and beyond
Spotify brings its AI Playlist beta feature that allows you to use text prompts to create unique playlists to the U.S., Canada, and beyond......»»
Arlo Secure gets powerful new AI features, including person and vehicle detection
Arlo Secure can now send you personalized alerts when people or vehicles enter your property. You can even create custom alerts for specific motion events......»»
Huawei laptop teardown shows China’s steps toward tech self-sufficiency
Embargo on high-tech goods has forced China to create its own supply chain. Enlarge (credit: FT) China’s demand that the public sector step up use of domestic semiconductors can best be seen within Huawei’s Qingyun L.....»»
California becomes latest state to restrict student smartphone use at school
School districts in California will have to create rules restricting student smartphone use under a new law Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Monday......»»
Future-proofing cybersecurity: Why talent development is key
In this Help Net Security interview, Jon France, CISO at ISC2, discusses cybersecurity workforce growth. He outlines organizations’ challenges, such as budget constraints and limited entry-level opportunities. France also points to the urgent n.....»»
Cloudflare AI Audit helps websites control how their content is used by AI models
Cloudflare announced AI Audit, a set of tools to help websites of any size analyze and control how their content is used by AI models. For the first time, website and content creators will be able to quickly and easily understand how AI model provide.....»»
From chaos to order: Proteins can re-structure themselves to create important substances
The protein "MIPS" changes its internal structure when it becomes active. Its disordered active center becomes a defined structure with special functions. The protein plays a key role in the production of inositol, which is also known as vitamin B8,.....»»
Educators and parents reveal culture of fear, censorship, and loss of learning opportunities in wake of FL policies
How can a teacher discuss Jim Crow laws without breaking state law? Should a librarian stop ordering books with LGBTQ+ characters? A new white paper by UC San Diego and NYU researchers reveals the experiences of K-12 educators and parents in Florida.....»»
Scientists become a source of hope and information on TikTok, Instagram
Peter Neff understands the allure of the world's fifth-largest continent......»»