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Louisiana's $3B power upgrade for Meta project rai...
In a rural corner of Louisiana, Meta is building one of the world's largest data centers, a $10 billion behemoth as big as 70 football fields that will consume more power in a day than the entire city of...
One Tech Tip: How to move your music library to an...
Want to switch to Apple Music because you can't find your favorite indie band on Spotify? Or maybe you're on Amazon Music but saw a new subscriber offer on Tidal that's too good to pass up.
Microsoft offers no-cost Windows 10 lifeline
Microsoft on Wednesday announced new options for US and European customers to safely extend the life of the Windows 10 operating system free of charge just days before a key deadline to upgrade to Windows 11.
Biomolecular computing shows potential for next-ge...
A new study has uncovered the remarkable potential of biomolecular computing that could provide innovative solutions in next generation of integrated circuits. In their article published in Materials Today Nano, the authors review existing "biological integrated circuits" that utilize...
Despite Google's recent victory, a flurry of compe...
A US judge recently decided not to break up Google, despite a ruling last year that the company held a monopoly in the online search market. Between Google, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon and Meta, there are more than 45 ongoing...
Professional ambition often outweighs security con...
New insights into how and why people choose to adopt cloud computing services is reported in the International Journal of Services, Economics and Management. The research found that professional ambition often outweighs concerns about data security when signing up...
AI-generated voices now indistinguishable from rea...
Many people still think of AI-generated speech as sounding "fake" or unconvincing and easily told apart from human voices. But new research from Queen Mary University of London shows that AI voice technology has now reached a stage where...
Spectacle, weirdness and novelty: What early cinem...
Talking monkeys vlogging from sacred sites, three-legged sharks wearing Nike sneakers, babies trapped in space… if you spend any time on social media these days you're likely to come across such examples of what's been dubbed "AI slop."
Battery made from natural materials could replace ...
What if the next battery you buy was made from the same kinds of ingredients found in your body? That's the idea behind a breakthrough battery material made from natural, biodegradable components. It's so natural, it could even be...
Fuel-cell catalyst shows promise for powering heav...
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered a new recipe for catalysts that could dramatically improve the performance and durability of fuel-cell vehicles—especially trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles that demand extra power.
Bite-resistant wetsuits can reduce injuries from s...
Australian shark experts have tested four bite-resistant materials to assess their ability to reduce injuries and blood loss.
Social media age restrictions may go further than ...
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, today outlined an updated list of platforms that may fall under the social media age restrictions that will take effect later this year.
Solar-electric vehicle combination could redefine ...
Cities are at the forefront of the battle against climate change, as they are responsible for more than 70% of the world's CO2 emissions.
Flexible solid electrolyte unlocks high-performanc...
Researchers at Kumamoto University have unveiled a solid electrolyte material that could revolutionize fuel cell technology. Derived from natural clay minerals, this innovative membrane offers high proton conductivity and exceptional hydrogen gas barrier properties—unlocking new possibilities for low- to...
Quantum computer chips clear major manufacturing h...
UNSW Sydney nano-tech startup Diraq has shown its quantum chips aren't just lab-perfect prototypes—they also hold up in real-world production, maintaining the 99% accuracy needed to make quantum computers viable.
The US–UK tech prosperity deal carries promise but...
The UK government hailed the recent US state visit as a landmark for the economy. A record £150 billion of inward investment was announced, including £31 billion targeted at artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Why Trump's tariffs could make the apps on your ph...
The US has imposed a 50% tariff on most Indian exports, following through on its threat to raise them from 25%. Although they are formally applied to goods, there are fears that tariffs could also unleash a domino effect...
How a SIM farm like the one found near the UN thre...
The U.S. Secret Service has found and is quietly dismantling a massive network of "SIM farms" across the New York area just as world leaders gather for meetings at the United Nations.