A recent study in Ecuador has revealed that the spread of dengue fever is not limited to urban areas, as previously thought. In fact, the disease is spreading rapidly in rural areas with high population density, where access to government services and amenities is limited. This misunderstanding of what constitutes an urban or rural area…
Apple has released its list of finalists for the iPhone App of the Year award, and once again, AI-powered apps have been largely overlooked. Despite the growing popularity of AI assistants like ChatGPT, Apple’s curated list favors more traditional iOS apps that empower human creativity. This trend suggests that Apple may be downplaying the impact…
A team of researchers from Seoul National University, Stanford University, and the Korea Institute of Science and Technology has made a groundbreaking discovery in camera technology. They have developed a metasurface-based folded lens system that enables unprecedented manipulation of light, paving the way for the creation of slimline cameras for use in smartphones and augmented/virtual…
Malors Espinosa, a graduate student in mathematics at the University of Toronto, has devised a special type of math problem that challenges high school students to prove a nontrivial solution. The problem involves the Menger sponge, a fractal with a simple yet elegant construction. This problem is expected to inspire a new generation of mathematicians…
Major technology companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, are investing in next-generation geothermal energy, a low-carbon source that could complement solar and wind power. Start-ups like Fervo Energy and Sage Geosystems are racing to tap into the Earth’s heat, using enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) that create their own reservoirs of heated water. While costs are…
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small, non-coding RNA molecules that play a crucial role in regulating gene expression. Several companies are advancing candidates relying on miRNAs in 2024, with potential applications in disease diagnosis and treatment. Companies such as aceRNA Technologies, ARTHEx Biotech, and Transcode Therapeutics are developing innovative miRNA-based therapeutics for various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular…
Solana and Dogecoin are experiencing a short-term correction, but Lunex Network is gaining momentum with its noncustodial DeFi exchange. The platform has already raised over $3.1 million in presale and is attracting significant whale investments. Analysts predict that Lunex Network could deliver 1800% gains to early investors before the end of its presale. Forecast for…
United States Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler will step down on January 20, marking the end of his ambitious tenure that saw him clash with Wall Street and the crypto industry. Gensler’s departure comes as the agency faces intense pushback from Wall Street and congressional Republicans over his sweeping agenda to boost transparency,…
The incoming Trump administration’s stance on climate change is a cause for concern. With President-elect Donald Trump calling climate change a “hoax” and his administration’s plans to roll back environmental regulations, the world may be in for a stormy future. The administration’s plans to reduce the country’s carbon emissions and transition to greener energy sources…
Instagram has introduced a new feature that allows users to share their locations with friends via direct messages (DMs). This move is seen as a challenge to services like Apple’s Find My and Snapchat’s Snap Map. The feature, which can be used to coordinate arrival times or find friends in crowded spaces, has a time…
