The Solid Carbon Project, which is overseen by Ocean Networks Canada, wants to use the ocean in carbon sequestration efforts. Pre-feasibility study done in 2018 with U.S. Department of Energy A project off B.C.'s coast focused on removing carbon dioxide from the air is aiming to tap into a resource …
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Rooster in the mirror: these bird-brains may be smarter than we thought
It turns out bird-brained might not be the insult we thought it was. According to research done by a pair of universities in Germany, roosters may have the ability recognize themselves. But it took an unconventional method to get there. A research team in Germany came up with a new …
Read More »New malware loader GHOSTPULSE uses Microsoft MSIX app packages to evade detection
A new malware loader called GHOSTPULSE has been discovered by Elastic Security Labs, a team of security researchers who publish their findings on various cyber threats and malware. GHOSTPULSE uses Microsoft MSIX app packages, a new format for Windows applications that combines the features of different installation technologies to evade …
Read More »Apple unveils MacBook Pro featuring M3 chips, the most powerful and efficient chip for a pro laptop
Apple has announced the new MacBook Pro lineup with the M3 family of chips, which includes the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max. The new chips are designed to deliver more performance and battery life to pro users, with up to 6x faster performance than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro …
Read More »MacBook Pro and iMac get major upgrade with M3 chip technology
Rumors of the Apple Event at the end of the month had been wild if it was happening or not. But at the end of the month, we’re glad Apple hadn’t decided to ghost us, as we’ve got a couple of pretty nice treats. The finest treat we got, of …
Read More »Some marine mammals live longer in captivity, study finds
Harbour seals, polar bears, California sea lions and bottlenose dolphins live between 1.65 and 3.55 times longer in captivity than their wild counterparts due to advances in animal husbandry and care. Study results reflect the work of zookepers, handlers and veterinarians, author says New research shows some marine mammals in …
Read More »Sam Bankman-Fried Will Testify in His Own Trial. It’s a Legal Hail Mary
Received wisdom is that defendants shouldn’t take the stand in fraud trials. FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s choice to do so is a bold gamble. Photograph: Stephanie Keith/Getty Images The Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried SBF Will Testify. It’s a Legal Hail Mary Now Reading The Trial's Big Moments The Trial of …
Read More »How to Use ChatGPT’s ‘Browse With Bing’ Tool—Plus 6 Starter Prompts
OpenAI’s chatbot has two new tricks. Here’s some advice and example prompts to help you try out the internet-connected feature. Illustration: akinbostanci/Getty Images OpenAI recently made two big adjustments to ChatGPT. People who pay for the company’s $20-a-month ChatGPT Plus subscription can now prompt it to browse the internet, although …
Read More »AI radar used to detect polar bears could be used for grizzly and black bears, too
While experts warn there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution to stopping unwanted bear encounters, one scientist believes a new radar technology could become the latest tool to help humans and bears live safely alongside each other. The technology is in its final pilot year Polar bears may inhabit a vastly different …
Read More »Unmasking the creepy side of technology
In a remarkable way, technology has transformed our lives. It is a double-edged sword. While it offers us numerous marvels and unprecedented convenience, it also has a dark side that cannot be ignored. Technology can be complex and intimidating, which is why it can give us the feeling of fear …
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