Metaplanet, a leading company, has announced plans to purchase $5.4 billion worth of Bitcoin, signaling a growing trend among institutions to shift their balance sheets into digital assets. This move highlights the increasing trust in Bitcoin as a viable store of value. Meanwhile, platforms like QFSCOIN are democratizing cloud mining, allowing everyday investors to participate…
A recent poll has found that less than half of U.S. parents feel comfortable leaving their teenager alone in a hotel room, and only 1 in 5 would be okay with their teen wandering solo around an amusement park. This fear of letting teens roam free is a growing concern for teen development, as researchers…
Apple has announced its most dramatic software design change in over a decade, Liquid Glass, which is expected to be a key feature in the company’s rumored AR glasses. The design draws inspiration from Apple’s Vision Pro VR headset and aims to provide a sleeker look with see-through and somewhat reflective windows. The AR glasses…
Climate change is affecting the nutritional value and sensory traits of cheese, particularly Cantal, a firm, unpasteurized cheese from France. Researchers found that cows fed on corn instead of grass produced cheese with lower nutritional value and different taste, color, and texture. As droughts become more frequent, dairy producers are shifting to corn-based diets, which…
At Y Combinator’s Spring 2025 Demo Day, nearly every presenting startup had something to do with AI, with many developing AI agents or creating tools to facilitate their development. The event saw a surge in startups working on robotics, which seems to be experiencing a revival. Several startups caught the attention of investors, including Anvil,…
Researchers in Canada and Singapore have discovered a unique protein in velvet worm slime that could revolutionize the design of high-performance polymers, making them more sustainable than current versions. This breakthrough has the potential to inspire the creation of recyclable and non-toxic materials that could transform various industries. Forecast for 6 months: Within the next…
Scientists have successfully created an acoustic rainbow, a device that separates white noise into distinct frequencies, or pitches, by using an oddly shaped plastic device. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize the way we manipulate sound waves and could lead to various practical applications, such as improving room acoustics. The device works by reflecting…
Bluesky, a social network, is facing criticism for its tone and growth, but the company’s underlying protocol, AT Proto, offers a wider ecosystem of apps that can help it expand beyond its social app. Despite its growth, Bluesky’s brand has become associated with left-leaning politics, and the company needs to showcase its potential for users…
Researchers at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University have developed a sound-controlled fluidic processor that can precisely manipulate droplets with a broad range of volumes. This breakthrough technology has the potential to transform applications in biology, chemistry, and lab-on-a-chip systems. The device is biocompatible, non-invasive, and can be used for point-of-care diagnostics, drug screening, and automated…
US President Donald Trump’s latest travel ban has sparked widespread concern among scientists and researchers, who fear that the restrictions will severely disrupt global collaborations and hinder the fight against infectious diseases. The ban, which affects citizens from 12 countries, including Iran and Libya, will come into effect on June 9 and is expected to…