In a significant breakthrough, researchers have successfully compared the timekeeping of optical clocks across six countries in two continents, paving the way for the redefinition of the second. The study, which involved 38 simultaneous comparisons of ten different optical clocks, used both satellite signals and laser light through optical fibers to achieve unprecedented precision. This…
Astronomers have detected a new interstellar visitor, an object from another star system, which is hurtling through our solar system. The object, named 3I/ATLAS, is estimated to be as wide as 20 kilometers and is currently just inside the orbit of Jupiter. Scientists expect to observe its path past the sun and gather valuable data…
Proton, the maker of Proton Mail, Proton Calendar, and other apps, has filed a lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the tech giant’s App Store practices are anticompetitive. The suit claims that Apple holds a monopoly in the smartphone, app distribution, and app payment processing markets, and that its fees are “artificial and arbitrary.” Proton is…
Physicists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of quantum materials, revealing that two distinctive features of quantum double-exchange ferromagnets are purely due to quantum spin effects and multiorbital physics. This finding could lead to new insights into these technologically important materials and may have significant implications for the development of future technologies. Forecast…
The BIO International Convention 2025 in Boston highlighted the region’s leading role in the global biotech landscape. Several influential biotech companies, including Moderna and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, are headquartered in Boston. This article takes a closer look at 14 biotech companies shaping the future from this powerhouse hub, including Akouos, Alterome Therapeutics, and Ascidian Therapeutics. Forecast…
Anysphere, the company behind the popular AI coding editor Cursor, has launched a web app that allows users to manage a network of coding agents directly from their browser. This move marks a significant expansion of Cursor’s capabilities, enabling users to assign tasks to AI agents and monitor their progress. The web app is available…
Researchers in Europe have discovered that as few as five electrons in a semiconductor can exhibit collective behavior, forming a “Coulomb liquid.” This breakthrough extends the study of correlated systems to electron plasmas and could lead to the study of other exotic phases of matter. The team created a Y-shaped junction and measured the behavior…
MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of the global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, has partnered with Octaloop to launch the India Blockchain Tour (IBT) 2025, a six-month Web3 innovation roadshow spanning eight cities. The tour aims to accelerate the growth of India’s Web3 ecosystem by connecting local innovators with the global Web3 community and fostering long-term collaboration….
As generative AI becomes increasingly ubiquitous, concerns are growing about its environmental impact. Large language models (LLMs) are particularly energy-hungry, with some estimates suggesting they produce up to 50 times more CO₂ emissions than others. Experts warn that the carbon cost of training models, manufacturing and maintaining hardware, and the scale of AI’s adoption will…
A federal proposal to ban states and local governments from regulating AI for five years is gaining momentum in the US Senate. The proposal, backed by prominent tech figures, aims to prevent a “patchwork” of AI regulations among states, which they argue would stifle American innovation. However, critics, including Democrats, labor groups, and AI safety…