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Oura's new Ring 5 is confirmed to be smaller than its predecessors, including the Gen 3 and Ring 4 models. While a full review is still forthcoming to test durability, battery life, and new software features, this initial observation answers a key question about the device's updated physical design.
Researchers have developed a digital clock that operates using pressurized fluids instead of electronics. This field, known as fluidics, offers an alternative to traditional computation and could lead to new types of soft, flexible devices that don't rely on electricity or generate significant heat.
Ubuntu has released a security update for its 18.04 LTS and 20.04 LTS versions. The patch addresses a denial-of-service vulnerability in the OpenCC library, which could be triggered by an attacker using specially crafted, truncated UTF-8 input to crash applications using the library.
Moderna received $50 million from the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to accelerate its mRNA vaccine for the Bundibugyo ebolavirus. The funding is part of a larger initiative by CEPI to combat a recent outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The cybersecurity landscape has transformed over the past two decades. What began as simple perimeter defense with firewalls and antivirus has evolved into a complex, AI-driven industry. This shift reflects fundamental changes in threats, technology, and the move to cloud infrastructure.
A Virginia city plans to build a massive data center on land a farmer donated for a public park. The move highlights the growing conflict between the tech industry's need for land and local community interests.
Geopolitical instability near the Strait of Hormuz is causing a significant increase in container shipping rates. This development poses a direct challenge for tech companies, particularly those involved in hardware manufacturing and e-commerce, by disrupting supply chains and potentially increasing operational costs.
A new third-party firmware enables select modern Blu-ray drives to read and rip game discs from older consoles, including the GameCube, Wii, and Xbox 360. This development allows owners of physical media to create digital backups for preservation and use in emulators on a PC.
Spain's gambling regulator has ordered internet service providers to block access to prediction market platforms Polymarket and Kalshi. The move comes because the platforms lack the necessary gambling licenses to operate in the country, highlighting growing regulatory challenges for web3 and fintech services in Europe.
Residents in Sardinia are increasingly opposing the development of large-scale renewable energy projects. This "not in my backyard" sentiment reflects a global challenge where communities, while supporting green energy in principle, resist local installations, impacting the broader energy transition and infrastructure development.
The Verge is highlighting tech to upgrade your summer free time. The series covers everything from smart backyard lights to camping gadgets, and even makes the case for the classic Nintendo DS as the ultimate travel companion.
Ubuntu has released security updates for the Linux kernel. The patches address several vulnerabilities, including a critical flaw known as 'Copy Fail' that could allow a local attacker to gain higher privileges or escape from a container environment. All users should update their systems promptly.
A security vulnerability has been discovered in GStreamer Good Plugins. Specially crafted MP4 audio files can cause applications using the framework to crash, leading to a denial-of-service condition. This affects systems relying on GStreamer for multimedia processing. Users should apply available security updates.
Arturia has launched Memory V, a software emulator of the legendary Memorymoog synthesizer. The original, produced from 1982 to 1985, is known for its powerful sound but also for its unreliability and high price. This new software makes the classic sound accessible without the hardware's drawbacks.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrest of a Canadian man for allegedly operating the Kimwolf DDoS botnet. The 23-year-old from Ottawa faces charges related to creating and running the DDoS-for-hire service, which is believed to be a variant of the AISURU botnet.
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison made a striking comment about the societal impact of constant surveillance. He suggested widespread recording would compel citizens to be on their 'best behavior,' raising questions about privacy, freedom, and a monitored society.
Pope Leo XIV has issued his first encyclical, focusing on artificial intelligence. He warns against AI development that only benefits a powerful few, urging the tech community to prioritize human dignity and the common good, ensuring the technology serves all of humanity and promotes global peace.
DIY hardware communities focused on building 'cyberdecks' are rapidly growing in popularity. Enthusiasts are sharing their custom creations, such as solar-powered game emulators and pocket-sized e-readers, across social media, signaling a rising interest in personalized, user-controlled computing devices away from mainstream big tech.
Stockholm is rapidly positioning itself as a leading European hub for geospatial intelligence. This growth is fueled by a burgeoning defense tech ecosystem, making it a key development for founders, CTOs, and developers focused on the European market and specialized data analysis.
Asus is testing a pre-production ROG gaming laptop featuring an 18-inch Mini LED display. Early impressions highlight the screen's exceptional brightness, sharpness, and lack of motion blur. The device is positioned as a high-end product with a premium price point, setting a new standard for laptop visuals.
Prada and Axiom Space have revealed the high-tech undergarment for NASA's new moon suits. This base layer uses advanced materials to keep astronauts cool and comfortable during the Artemis IV mission planned for 2028.
NASA researchers have overturned a century-old principle of aeronautical engineering. Their new wing design, featuring a bell-shaped lift distribution, is over 11% more efficient than the long-held elliptical ideal. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient aircraft by reducing drag and eliminating vertical tails.
Filemat is a new open-source, self-hosted web file manager designed for simple setup. Its key feature is filesystem-wide permissions, unlike apps that restrict permissions to a single folder. The tool is currently in beta and the creator is seeking feedback from the developer community on GitHub.
GitHub has confirmed a breach of its internal repositories. The incident was traced back to a compromised employee device that had a malicious version of the Nx Console VS Code extension installed. The extension's publisher, Nx, reported that one of its developers had been hacked.