U.S. Senate Passes TikTok Ban Bill, Awaits Biden’s Signature

The tension surrounding TikTok’s fate in the United States has hit a critical point as the Senate greenlights a bill that could fundamentally alter the app’s future. The legislation, part of a broader package totaling $95 billion, demands TikTok’s sale to a U.S. owner within nine months, with a possible three-month extension if acquisition talks […]

“MY EYES HURT” Search Query Spikes After Solar Eclipse

Monday afternoon unveiled a breathtaking celestial phenomenon: a solar eclipse gracing the skies, captivating millions across North America. However, amidst the awe-inspiring spectacle, an unexpected trend emerged in the digital realm. Following the eclipse, Google witnessed a surge in searches for “my eyes hurt” and “why do my eyes hurt.” According to Google Trends data, […]


Undersea cables are the unseen backbone of the global internet

Special ships lay data cables across the world’s oceans. Stefan Sauer/picture alliance via Getty Images Robin Chataut, Quinnipiac University Have you ever wondered how an email sent from New York arrives in Sydney in mere seconds, or how you can video chat with someone on the other side of the globe with barely a hint […]

Scientists Break World Record with 4.5 Million Times Faster Broadband

In a landmark achievement poised to revolutionize internet connectivity, scientists from Aston University, in collaboration with international partners, have shattered records by making broadband speeds 4.5 million times faster. This amazing feat, achieved through the utilization of previously untapped wavelengths, promises to alleviate the frustrations of sluggish internet connections experienced by millions worldwide. Partnering with […]

U.S. House Votes to Ban TikTok: Now What’s Next?

In a landmark decision, the United States House of Representatives has voted in favor of a bill that could potentially force the sale of TikTok or even lead to a complete ban of the popular app within the country. The bill, titled the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” passed with an overwhelming […]

Are private conversations truly private? A cybersecurity expert explains how end-to-end encryption protects you

Several popular messaging apps, including Messenger, Signal, Telegram and WhatsApp, use end-to-end encryption. Open Rights Group/Flickr, CC BY-SA Robin Chataut, Quinnipiac University Imagine opening your front door wide and inviting the world to listen in on your most private conversations. Unthinkable, right? Yet, in the digital realm, people inadvertently leave doors ajar, potentially allowing hackers, […]

We’ve been here before: AI promised humanlike machines – in 1958

Frank Rosenblatt with the Mark I Perceptron, the first artificial neural network computer, unveiled in 1958. National Museum of the U.S. Navy/Flickr Danielle Williams, Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis A roomsize computer equipped with a new type of circuitry, the Perceptron, was introduced to the world in 1958 in a brief […]

Revolution or Nightmare? OpenAI’s Terrifyingly Realistic Video Generator Sparks Fear and Fascination

OpenAI’s latest creation, Sora, has taken the world by storm today with its breathtaking yet terrifying capabilities. Unveiled as a premier AI text-to-video generator, Sora dazzles with its ability to craft shockingly realistic scenes based on simple text prompts. While the results are undeniably impressive, they also raise significant concerns about the potential misuse of […]

Safely Navigate Shady Websites with Browser.lol

Navigating potentially unsafe websites can be daunting, but fear not—I’ve got some tips to help. Browser.lol offers a solution by providing a remote browser through a sandbox. With unlimited access, you can bypass geographical restrictions, ensuring anonymous and secure browsing. The tool also aids in checking website compatibility, unlocking restricted sites, and offers various browsers […]