What’s An ‘Influencer Accent’? Here’s Why Your Favorite Creators All Sound The Same.
You’re not hearing things — many content creators do have similar voices. And there’s a very specific reason for that.
Trump Admin’s Signal Fiasco Offers This 1 Startling Reminder For Anyone In A Group Chat
Your private group chat is only as secure as your weakest link.
How many species of insects are there on Earth?
The number of insect species is mind-boggling — and they are a critical part of the environment.
Scientists unveil new type of ‘time crystal’ that defies our traditional understanding of time and motion
The latest time crystal innovation may expand the known boundaries of quantum mechanics.
Brain aging accelerates dramatically around age 44 — could ketone supplements help?
A study of thousands of people finds that neural connections in the brain start to break down quickly around age 44, but the research hints that ketone supplements could potentially help slow that brain aging.
FKA Twigs cancels tour dates in North America over visa issues
FKA Twigs announced she’s “heartbroken” to axe her upcoming North American tour dates due to visa issues.
Jessica Aber, former U.S. attorney found dead, had epilepsy and died in her sleep, family says
The former top federal prosecutor in Virginia’s Eastern District suffered from epilepsy and died in her sleep last weekend, her family said Wednesday.
‘This is when the bombs will drop’: What was said in war plans group chat
A group chat of top US officials – which a journalist was accidentally added to – discussed plans to conduct airstrikes on Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and fiery critique of “pathetic” Europe.
Quantum simulations are still slow. A startup says it just made them 10x more efficient
A new algorithm has improved the ability of quantum computers to model new materials and chemicals by a factor of 10. That’s according to its developer, UK startup Phasecraft. The Bristol- and London-based company describes the breakthrough as the largest single leap in quantum simulations to date — moving us a step closer to real-world quantum applications. Quantum computers improve on classical simulations by accurately modelling complex quantum behaviours — like the ever-changing interactions between molecules or the evolution of materials over time — that are too difficult for classical computers to simulate efficiently. This could lead to technological leaps… This story continues at The Next Web
BlackRock’s first European Bitcoin product hailed as ‘landmark development’ for crypto
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has launched its first Bitcoin product in Europe, a move that industry experts say will help legitimise cryptocurrencies in mainstream finance. “This is a landmark development for crypto, displaying confidence in Bitcoin for mainstream investments,” Meryem Habibi, chief revenue officer at London-based crypto payment gateway Bitpace, told TNW. “Through this first in Europe, BlackRock is not only legitimising the asset class but also paving the way for increased institutional and retail participation,” she said. BlackRock’s product is called an “iShares Bitcoin ETP” (exchange-traded products). ETPs let investors buy and sell Bitcoin without directly owning the cryptocurrency.… This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: Bitcoin
How the discovery of a mass grave sparked uproar over the missing in Mexico
In Jalisco, volunteers found an ‘extermination site’. Now, critics are asking why the government did not find it first.
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations in wake of US-brokered deal
A day earlier, Ukraine and Russia agreed to a halt to attacks in the Black Sea.
Netanyahu accuses Israel’s opposition of fuelling ‘anarchy’
Thousands of Israelis have taken part in antigovernment protests after Netanyahu resumed strikes in Gaza.
Study finds key to why obese people lose pleasure in eating rich foods
A study published Wednesday indicates that low levels of a key brain chemical among overweight patients with high-fat diets is responsible for a loss of pleasure from food.