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Did we really wipe out thousands of animal species?

A recent study reveals that human activities may have led to the extinction of hundreds of thousands of animal species since 1500.

21 Jul 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft launches repair tool after CrowdStrike update impacts 8.5m devices

Microsoft has unveiled a repair tool specifically designed to assist IT administrators in repairing Windows devices, impacted by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike.

21 Jul 2024

Apple

How to access apps without unlocking your iPhone?

iOS 18 is set to revolutionize the user experience by introducing a range of new features.

21 Jul 2024

YouTube Music

Can't remember song name? Hum it on YouTube Music 

YouTube Music is widely rolling out "Sound Search" feature for both Android and iOS users.

21 Jul 2024

Electric Vehicles

Solid-state batteries can be recycled without compromising efficiency: Here's how

Researchers at Penn State University (PSU) have developed an efficient method to recycle solid-state lithium batteries, a significant step toward reducing environmental pollution.

21 Jul 2024

Google

Samsung makes Google Messages default texting app on Galaxy devices

Samsung has announced a significant shift in its messaging strategy for Galaxy devices.

21 Jul 2024

Google

Google Photos lets you share memories with friends: Here's how

Google Photos app now includes a 'My Week' feature, which aims to add a social element for all Google account users.

21 Jul 2024

Nuclear Fusion

WHAM's experiment paves way for clean, carbon-free fusion power

The Wisconsin HTS Asymmetric Mirror (WHAM), a fusion energy device developed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) team, has achieved a world record using the strongest steady magnetic field.

21 Jul 2024

Google

Google scrolling through your pictures to test new AI tool

Google has started testing its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered image search tool, 'Ask Photos.'

21 Jul 2024

Amazon

Amazon Prime Day 2024: Check deals on gaming earbuds

Gaming earbuds enhance the on-screen experience with high-quality audio, noise cancellation, and a built-in microphone.

21 Jul 2024

Climate Change

Water bodies are losing oxygen, and everyone should be worried

A study conducted by a team of scientists in the US, has reported a rapid loss of dissolved oxygen (DO) in Earth's water bodies.

21 Jul 2024

China

China's new space network will improve astronaut communication, lunar navigation

China has proposed a blueprint for a communication superhighway that would link Earth and the Moon.

21 Jul 2024

Robots

This humanoid Japanese robot can accurately hammer nail in wood

Tokyo Robotics has introduced a new humanoid robot named Torobo, showcasing its industrial capabilities in a recent video.

21 Jul 2024

NASA

US celebrates 55th anniversary of Apollo 11's historic lunar landing

The 55th anniversary of the first Moon landing, a historic achievement by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, was marked with celebrations across the US.

Smart bassinet's extra fee for essential features sparks parent outrage

The highly-rated Snoo smart bassinet, retailing at $1,695 in the US, has recently implemented a $19.99 monthly premium subscription, to access some of its most popular features.

21 Jul 2024

Australia

This strange-looking sea creature with human-like hands is going extinct

The Red handfish, a peculiar angler fish with human-like hands, is one of the world's most endangered species.

21 Jul 2024

Microsoft

CrowdStrike's faulty update affected 8.5m Windows devices globally, Microsoft reveals

The worldwide tech disruption, triggered by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, has affected 8.5 million Windows devices, according to Microsoft.

21 Jul 2024

Microsoft

CrowdStrike update previously crippled Linux systems, but it went unnoticed

Cybersecurity service provider CrowdStrike has been at the center of a global disruption, due to a problematic software update.

21 Jul 2024

Space News

How Sun starting next solar cycle before schedule impacts Earth

In an unexpected development, scientists have observed the Sun initiating its next solar cycle, Cycle 26, before completing the current one, Cycle 25.

20 Jul 2024

Microsoft

Say goodbye to battery anxiety! Maximize PC usage this way

Windows PCs have seen significant improvements in battery life over the years.

20 Jul 2024

Pets

Do dogs really look like their owners? Study says so

Recent research has shed light on the intriguing question of why purebred dogs often resemble their owners.

20 Jul 2024

Android

This Android feature can help you track stolen devices, accessories

Android's Find My Device is a versatile service designed to locate, secure, and manage your lost or stolen Android phone.

20 Jul 2024

Google

Google in talks with Ray-Ban for AI smart glasses

Google is reportedly in talks with EssilorLuxottica, the company behind Ray-Ban, to develop its Gemini smart glasses.

20 Jul 2024

Spain

Why do cats steal random stuff? Scientists take a look

Scientists are now investigating a globally observed but unstudied behavior of cats - their propensity to 'steal' random objects.

Groundbreaking study paves way for faster, more energy-efficient hard disks

In a pioneering study, physicists have successfully manipulated the magnetic properties of rare earth elements using laser pulses.

This new AI system detects counterfeit chips with high accuracy

The semiconductor industry, a $500 billion global market, is grappling with the shortage of new processors and an increase in counterfeit chips.

20 Jul 2024

Android

Android hack! How to download apps without using Play Store

Android users have the option to download apps without using the Google Play Store, a feature that offers flexibility but also demands caution.

20 Jul 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp to allow iPhone users to share files without internet

WhatsApp has rolled out an update via the TestFlight beta program, which includes a significant feature under development - file sharing with people nearby.

20 Jul 2024

Space News

Hubble telescope's new image captures galactic merger 14.5mn light-years away

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured an image of the irregular dwarf galaxy NGC 5238.

20 Jul 2024

Space News

Watch: This 'vampire star' is spewing S-shaped jets in space

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery of a neutron star, colloquially known as a 'vampire star,' emitting an unusual S-shaped jet.

20 Jul 2024

NVIDIA

How NVIDIA's open-source GPU drivers will benefit the Linux community

NVIDIA, the world's premier Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) company, has made a significant policy change by deciding to open-source its GPU driver code.

20 Jul 2024

Stephen Hawking

Step inside Stephen Hawking's mind: Archive opens at Cambridge University

The personal and scientific archive of the late British theoretical physicist, Stephen Hawking, is now open to the public at Cambridge University Library.

20 Jul 2024

Microsoft

Did CrowdStrike update causing global IT outage bypass quality checks?

A routine update of cybersecurity software by CrowdStrike, led to a global IT outage on Friday, causing widespread disruption for companies using Microsoft's Windows.

20 Jul 2024

Astronauts

Why fire during space missions is an astronaut's worst nightmare

Scientists from the Center of Applied Space Technology and Microgravity (ZARM) at the University of Bremen, have explained why fire poses a significant risk during space missions.

20 Jul 2024

Microsoft

90s tech helped this airline continue amid global Microsoft outage

Microsoft's latest outage badly disrupted airline operations in several countries.

20 Jul 2024

Microsoft

McAfee-caused PC meltdown and Microsoft-CrowdStrike outage have a common connection

Microsoft recently encountered a major technical issue that affected numerous sectors worldwide.

20 Jul 2024

Donald Trump

Twitch lifts ban on Donald Trump's account ahead of elections

Twitch, the streaming platform owned by Amazon, has reinstated former US President Donald Trump's account.

20 Jul 2024

OpenAI

Loophole that helps you identify any bot blocked by OpenAI

OpenAI has introduced a novel technique, "instruction hierarchy," aimed at bolstering the defenses of AI models against misuse and unauthorized instructions.

NASA, SpaceX to decommission ISS by 2031: Here's the roadmap

NASA, in collaboration with SpaceX, has revealed a comprehensive plan to decommission the International Space Station (ISS).

19 Jul 2024

NASA

Can this diamond planet near Earth make you richer?

There is a 14.5km thick layer of solid diamonds beneath the surface of Mercury, according to recent simulations done by scientists.