Uber and Waymo have partnered to launch a robotaxi service in Austin and Atlanta, with the service expected to begin soon in Austin. The partnership marks a significant step in Uber’s push back into autonomous vehicles, following its divestment of its own autonomous vehicle subsidiary in 2020. Customers in Austin can now sign up for…
A recent study of asteroid dirt brought back to Earth by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has revealed the presence of amino acids, nucleobases, and brines that could have facilitated the formation of organic molecules. This finding bolsters the hypothesis that asteroids like Bennu could have delivered the raw ingredients to Earth prior to the emergence of…
Researchers at the University of Fribourg in Switzerland have made a groundbreaking discovery about the way maggots perceive food. Using genetic tools, they found that certain neurons in the brain control food choice and can sense both taste and texture. This multimodal capacity challenges the conventional view of taste sensing, which holds that specific neurons…
The White House is considering purchasing Bitcoin, sparking hopes for a market rebound. Meanwhile, Wall Street Pepe, a new cryptocurrency, has raised over $70 million in its pre-sale, with the potential to reach $80 million before its end. The market is taking a breather after a recent decline, but investors are positioning themselves for the…
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) is facing potential dismantling under Donald Trump’s second presidency. The law, a cornerstone of conservation in the United States, has been weakened in the past, and experts fear that the new administration will continue to erode its protections. The ESA has been highly effective in stabilizing and improving the populations…
The tech industry has seen a significant wave of layoffs in 2024, with over 150,000 job cuts across 542 companies. Large companies like Tesla, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft have conducted sizable layoffs, while smaller startups have also experienced cuts and shut down operations. The trend is expected to continue in 2025, with several major companies…
Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have created a groundbreaking hydrogel that doubles as a semiconductor, combining the soft, flexible properties of biological tissues with the electronic capabilities of semiconductors. This material has the potential to revolutionize the way medical devices interface with the human body, enabling seamless integration and…
NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has made a groundbreaking discovery by collecting and analyzing fragments of the asteroid Bennu, which contain the building blocks of life, including nucleobases and amino acids. The findings suggest that asteroids like Bennu may have played a crucial role in seeding life on Earth. The samples also reveal the presence of salty…
The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with the news of Wall Street Pepe’s (WEPE) record-breaking pre-sale, which has raised a staggering $69.6 million in just two months. With only 10 days left in the pre-sale, investors are racing to buy WEPE at a discounted price, fearing it may soon be listed on major exchanges. The project’s…
A new podcast, “The Deep End,” explores the use of brain implants to treat severe depression. The podcast follows four individuals who underwent an experimental procedure involving electrodes implanted in their brains to stimulate neural activity. The treatment has shown promising results, with some patients experiencing significant improvements in their mental health. This breakthrough has…