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The disappearance of online safe spaces for children

A look back at the early days of the internet as governments begin to commit to keeping children safe online in 2025.

Why empty space isn’t really empty

We often think of space as being a true vacuum, but modern physics shows us that it is anything but.

The ethical minefield of Big Tech in the US military

As Big Tech and the military converge, concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) ethics and conflicts of interest become increasingly apparent.

Were Wimbledon too hasty to dismiss their line judges?

After 147 years, Wimbledon has replaced its human line judges, opting for a fully automated electronic system, despite growing complaints.

Grow baby grow: Why vertical farms are the future

Vertical farming is offering a viable solution for the future of agriculture, securing food sources and reducing agricultural emissions.

Turning trash into gold: A safer way to recycle old electronics

Scientists have developed a safer, greener way to extract gold from discarded electronics using a water treatment chemical and a recyclable polymer.

The potential impact of the Switch 2 on console gaming

Nintendo’s Switch 2 marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of hybrid gaming. Its hardware and design choices could influence not only the competitive dynamics of the console market but also the broader trends in mobile computing and chip design.

Rubrik: A strategic acquisition of Predibase

Rubrik’s acquisition bolsters its cloud capabilities.

Cities step up to meet climate challenge as COP30 looms

Cities are at the heart of the struggle against climate change. Improved coordination and planning, new public-private partnerships, and tech tools like digital twins are key as the next COP conference approaches.

We live in a quantum computing future

Quantum computing is moving from theory to reality, promising a future of breakthroughs in science, security, and computation.