Trevor Milton, the founder of bankrupt hydrogen trucking startup Nikola, has been pardoned by President Trump. Milton was convicted of securities and wire fraud related to claims he made about Nikola’s progress to investors. The pardon comes just weeks after Nikola filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and it is unclear how this will impact the…
Physicists in Germany have made a groundbreaking discovery, finding an alternative explanation for an anomaly that had previously been interpreted as potential evidence for a mysterious “dark force.” The anomaly, observed in ytterbium atoms, was found to have a more mundane cause, related to the deformation of the nuclear structure of ytterbium isotopes. This discovery…
The US universities are facing a severe funding crisis due to the Trump administration’s cost-cutting campaign. The administration has choked off multiple revenue streams to universities, including research grants and indirect expenses. As a result, universities are imposing hiring freezes, travel restrictions, and moratoria on pay raises. The crisis has led to concerns about the…
SpeedHash, a global leader in cloud mining, has emerged as a key player in the cryptocurrency market with its innovative services. The company has introduced a new free cloud mining program, enabling users worldwide to maximize their investment returns. With its focus on providing low-cost, efficient, and legally compliant mining services, SpeedHash is poised to…
OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT, has announced its support for Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), a standard for connecting AI assistants to the systems where data resides. This move is expected to enhance the performance and relevance of AI-powered applications, including chatbots. The MCP standard allows developers to build two-way connections…
Astronomers have been left puzzled by the exoplanet Trappist-1 b, which has been observed to have either a bare, airless rock surface or a hazy carbon dioxide atmosphere. Recent observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope suggest that the exoplanet’s surface and atmosphere may be more complex than initially thought. The discovery has sparked…
A groundbreaking study published in Science has revealed that babies as young as one year old can form memories, challenging the long-held notion of infantile amnesia. Using functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), researchers found that the hippocampus, a key brain region in storing memories, is active in infants, suggesting that memories are not lost, but…
JA Mining, a platform focused on mainstream cryptocurrency mining, has introduced a convenient and efficient way for users to participate in digital currency mining. The platform offers global services, 24/7 support, transparent returns, and safe withdrawals, making it an attractive option for both novice and experienced miners. With its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection,…
Fintech giant Block, owned by Jack Dorsey, has laid off 931 employees, roughly 8% of its staff, in a restructuring effort. The company cited shifting strategic needs, performance issues, and a desire to flatten its hierarchy as reasons for the layoffs. Block is also closing 748 open roles, with the exception of critical operational and…
Researchers at Monash University in Australia have made a groundbreaking discovery in the development of biodegradable implants. By enhancing the mechanical properties of zinc alloys, they have created a material that could potentially replace traditional stainless steel or titanium implants, which can cause discomfort and bone loss. The new zinc alloys are strong, biocompatible, and…