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Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 05:03 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Tidal stops royalty payments for fully AI-generated music

Tidal stops royalty payments for fully AI-generated music

Tidal has announced a new strategy to demonetize music fully generated by synthetic tools while introducing AI-labeling badges to improve transparency.

Technology ·30 Jun 2026, 03:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Antarctic titanosaur fossil identified after decades in storage

Antarctic titanosaur fossil identified after decades in storage

Stored in a museum for decades, an Antarctic fossil has been identified as a titanosaur vertebra. The discovery offers insight into the ecosystem of the continent during the Late Cretaceous.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 22:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Great apes and humans share rhythmic laughter patterns dating back 15 million

Great apes and humans share rhythmic laughter patterns dating back 15 million

A study identifying shared rhythmic structures in the laughter of humans and great apes suggests our vocal control evolved gradually over millions of years.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 19:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Arctic microbes frequently swap genes to adapt to thawing permafrost soils

Arctic microbes frequently swap genes to adapt to thawing permafrost soils

New research indicates that Arctic soil microbes respond to thawing through staggered activation sequences and extensive genetic exchange. These biological dynamics significantly influence the decomposition of organic matter and greenhouse gas emissions.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 18:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung reportedly planning to launch a smartphone with a rollable screen

Samsung reportedly planning to launch a smartphone with a rollable screen

Samsung is reportedly developing a rollable smartphone, which industry observers refer to as the Galaxy Z Slide, targeting a launch in early 2028. This design aims to provide a tablet-like experience that avoids the hinge creases associated with current foldable devices.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 15:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Hubble telescope captures images of two merging galaxy clusters

Hubble telescope captures images of two merging galaxy clusters

New Hubble imagery confirms that the galaxy cluster CL0016+1609 is a site of active cosmic interaction, allowing researchers to map dark matter distribution.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 15:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Great ape laughter reveals 15-million-year-old roots of human speech

Great ape laughter reveals 15-million-year-old roots of human speech

University of Warwick researchers found that rhythmic patterns in great ape laughter provide a vocal fossil for the evolution of human vocal control.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 15:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Nintendo sets Switch 2 price at 499 dollars starting September 1

Nintendo sets Switch 2 price at 499 dollars starting September 1

Nintendo has officially announced a global price hike for the Switch 2 console, citing rising component costs and semiconductor market volatility. The adjustment sets the new U.S. retail price at $499.99 starting September 1, 2026.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 14:03 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Antarctica's first dinosaur fossil identified as Titanosaur tail bone

Antarctica's first dinosaur fossil identified as Titanosaur tail bone

A tail vertebra unearthed on James Ross Island in 1985 has been confirmed as the first dinosaur fossil ever collected in Antarctica. The specimen remained misidentified in storage for decades before recent analysis revealed its true origin.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 10:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Pine Island Glacier retreat accelerated by human activity study finds

Pine Island Glacier retreat accelerated by human activity study finds

A study from Northumbria and Bangor University identifies human activity as a key driver behind the retreat of the Pine Island Glacier. Scientists warn this ice loss is part of an irreversible process that contributes to global sea-level rise.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 09:07 ·Niko Vale 4 min read
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes reveals Zohar as new DLC character

Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes reveals Zohar as new DLC character

Zohar joins the Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes roster as the fourth DLC fighter, featuring a puppet-style playstyle alongside a major system update.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 09:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Asteroids shaped early Earth's surface

Asteroids shaped early Earth's surface

A study in Science suggests asteroid collisions kept the Hadean crust molten and unstable for millions of years, fundamentally shaping Earth's evolution. Parallel research indicates these impacts also created subterranean environments that potentially fostered the origins of life.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 08:06 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads

Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads

The Bakunawa Killer debuts as a mysterious, playable antagonist in Virtua Fighter Crossroads. The new RGG Studio title shifts the series toward a narrative-driven action-adventure experience.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 04:04 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Samsung to charge 5 dollars monthly for SmartThings API access in October

Samsung to charge 5 dollars monthly for SmartThings API access in October

Samsung plans to transition its SmartThings API to a subscription model, impacting third-party developers, commercial partners, and home automation platforms.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 02:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Artificial light at night triggers sleep deprivation and aggression in fish

Artificial light at night triggers sleep deprivation and aggression in fish

New research indicates that artificial light at night triggers sleep deprivation, DNA damage, and behavioral shifts in reef fish while altering predator activity. Experts suggest that improving coastal lighting design could help mitigate these negative environmental impacts.

Science ·29 Jun 2026, 01:33 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Sunaofe Announces Pre-Order for the Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair

Sunaofe Announces Pre-Order for the Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair

Sunaofe has launched its flagship Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair, a direct-to-consumer model designed to provide adjustability for remote and hybrid workers.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 01:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
AI search engines pull from different web sources than Google rankings

AI search engines pull from different web sources than Google rankings

A divergence between traditional search results and AI citations is forcing publishers to shift from keyword-based SEO to answer-engine optimization. Top-ranked organic pages are often ignored by AI tools, requiring new strategies to improve citation probability.

Technology ·29 Jun 2026, 00:37 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Hayabusa2 spacecraft to perform ultra-close flyby of asteroid on July 5

Hayabusa2 spacecraft to perform ultra-close flyby of asteroid on July 5

The Hayabusa2 spacecraft is scheduled for a high-speed, ultra-close flyby of asteroid Torifune on 5 July 2026. This mission extension serves as a test for rapid reconnaissance capabilities essential for future planetary defense.

Science ·28 Jun 2026, 22:35 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
Ape and human laughter study finds shared rhythmic origins in tickle tests

Ape and human laughter study finds shared rhythmic origins in tickle tests

A study of humans and great apes has found that rhythmic laughter is an ancient, shared trait that evolved 15 million years ago. Researchers used tickle-induced vocalizations to uncover the biological roots of our vocal control.

Science ·28 Jun 2026, 21:33 ·Niko Vale 4 min read