Australia is set to introduce a minimum age limit of 16 for social media platforms, making it the highest in the world. The move aims to protect children from cyberbullying, scams, and adult content. However, researchers argue that there is minimal evidence to suggest that such bans will keep children safe online. The Australian government’s…

Lightchain AI, a new project, is making waves in the blockchain scene with its innovative technology and real-world applications. The platform combines blockchain technology with artificial intelligence, offering a scalable, intelligent, and versatile solution. With its Memecoin Launchpad, Lightchain AI provides a secure and dynamic environment for creators and developers to innovate and monetize their…

Elon Musk’s social media posts about US voter fraud have sparked concerns in Pennsylvania, a key swing state. Emails obtained by Al Jazeera reveal that Republican officials contacted the top election official in Lebanon County, expressing concerns about overseas voting. The official, Sean Drasher, had his own concerns about the voter registration process, but ultimately…

Scientists have successfully trained a machine learning algorithm to identify the top five flavor notes in various whiskies, matching the expertise of human Whiskey Masters. The algorithm combined molecular composition data with odor predictions to achieve this feat. This breakthrough could revolutionize the way we analyze and understand complex flavors in the future. Forecast for…

Google DeepMind, the AI research lab of Google, has announced Veo 2, a next-generation video-generating AI model that can create two-minute-plus clips in resolutions up to 4k. This model surpasses OpenAI’s Sora in terms of resolution and duration, and is expected to be available on Google’s Vertex AI developer platform soon. Veo 2 has improved…

A team of international researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery at the Jefferson Lab in the US, successfully probing the internal structure of the neutron using the CEBAF Large Acceptance Spectrometer (CLAS12). The experiment measured generalized parton distributions, providing a detailed picture of how the neutron’s constituent quarks contribute to its momentum and spin. This…

A recent study has found a link between exposure to extreme heat events and molecular changes that could reflect accelerated aging. The research, which analyzed DNA markers in over 3,000 people, suggests that prolonged exposure to hot weather can lead to biological deterioration, potentially developing into disability. The study’s findings highlight the need to understand…

A new viral altcoin, Lightchain AI, is emerging as the next project with the potential to outpace Solana. Priced at just $0.003 during its presale, Lightchain AI combines blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) in ways that have analysts and investors buzzing. The project’s unique features, including its Proof of Intelligence consensus mechanism and Artificial Intelligence…

US President-elect Donald Trump has expressed his support for union dockworkers in their fight against automation, citing the distress and harm it causes to American workers. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the US Maritime Alliance (USMX) are at an impasse over the use of semi-automated cranes, with the ILA arguing that automation destroys jobs…

Researchers have made several groundbreaking discoveries in 2024, including possible evidence of ancient life on Mars, hints that Alzheimer’s disease can spread from person-to-person, and a slew of other scientific findings that could be a big deal. These discoveries have the potential to rewrite the history of the universe, challenge our understanding of plate tectonics,…