Some of the best sci-fi movies aren’t really about the future: it’s about the here and now. And there are few better examples of that then Invasion of the Body Snatchers. The original 1956 movie may be dated in terms of its visuals, but it’s still utterly chilling in its portrayal of a world where … Read more
The tech giants have overthrown capitalism. That’s the argument of former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, who became famous trying to defend debt-laden Greece from its German creditors. Varoufakis has never quite regained the notoriety of 2015. But he has remained a prominent left-wing voice. After a failed campaign for a seat in the European … Read more
At MemCon 2024, Samsung showcased its latest HBM3E technology, talked about its future HBM4 plans, and unveiled the CXL Memory Module Box, also known as CMM-B, the latest addition to its Compute Express Link (CXL) memory module portfolio. CMM-B is essentially a memory pooling appliance for rack computing leveraging CXL. It supports disaggregated memory allocation, … Read more
Meta is prompting Meta Quest 3 and Oculus Quest 2 users to verify their birthday before they can use their VR headsets. This helps it verify the age on your account so it can serve you appropriate content – and give your parent or guardian access to tools and account protections, if necessary. This also … Read more
Hello Nature readers, would you like to get this Briefing in your inbox free every day? Sign up here. The front of the Simons Observatory’s Large Aperture Telescope Receiver, the largest receiver for observing the cosmic microwave background built so far.Credit: Mark Devlin/University of Pennsylvania In a few weeks, a new observatory high in northern … Read more
Giving birth shifts a person’s DNA markings back toward a more youthful state, but this trend is less noticeable in new birth parents with obesity.Credit: Chicago Tribune/Getty Aches and pains aren’t all that pregnancy shares with ageing. Brewing a baby leads to changes in the distribution of certain chemical markers on a pregnant person’s DNA … Read more
In today’s digital-first environment children are being routinely exposed to harmful, age-restricted and even illegal content online. The continued proliferation of smart devices and easy, anywhere access to user-generated content (UGC) through social media and chat platforms is only exacerbating the issue. At the tap of a button, individuals can now be exposed to more … Read more
In an era where digital transformation is at the heart of business evolution, Generative AI stands out as a marvel of innovation. This subset of artificial intelligence, known for its ability to create original content—from text to images—holds immense potential. However, its capabilities also make it a double-edged sword in the realm of cybersecurity. For … Read more
Willie E. Gary rose from a common sharecropper son to become one of America’s most popular and influential attorneys. Gary’s rise from poverty to $50 million in net worth is nothing short of inspiring. His tenacity and skills are matched by his extraordinary determination. The movie “The Burial”, starring Jamie Foxx, immortalizes his story as a testament … Read more
Kailyn Lowry is an American reality TV persona, a creator and a public speaker. She has become a household name and thought for many. She has overcome many challenges in her life and continues to inspire thousands of women around the world. This article explores her life, career and achievements. What is Kailyn lowry? Kailyn gained national … Read more