Articles by John Lopez
Investissement Québec, Hitachi Energy Among Victims of Latest Clop Ransomware Attack
Investissement Québec and Hitachi Energy, two international corporations, have recently confirmed that they were victims of a ransomware attack. The attack was carried out by the Russian-linked hacker outfit Clop. Read more.
Google's AI Chatbot Bard Now Open to Public; CEO Warns of Possible Surprises, Errors
Google has started rolling out its new AI chatbot called Bard to the general public. CEO Sundar Pichai has warned employees to expect things to go wrong and that Bard could surprise them. Read more.
Unity Software to Launch AI Marketplace for Instant Content Creation
Unity CEO John Riccitiello has revealed plans to launch a marketplace for generative artificial intelligence (AI) products. Continue reading.
GameStop's Quarterly Profit Results in 40% Surge in Share Prices, Biggest Pump Since WallStreetBets Push
GameStop's shares rose 40% in premarket trade on Tuesday after the company posted its first quarterly profit in two years. Amateur investors pushed it from Reddit, and the share price of GameStop increased by around 1,000% in January 2021. Read more.
New Study Finds Boosting Stem Cells' 'Garbage Disposal' System Could Combat Aging
A recent study reveals that improving stem cells' "garbage disposal" system may help guard against age-related disorders. The ability of stem cells to dispose of misfolded proteins declines with age, which can lead to problems with the blood and immune systems. Read more.
Score Big with Over 500 Cool Xbox Games on Sale (5 Days Left)
Xbox's Critically Acclaimed Sale and the Ubisoft Open World Sale, both of which feature over 500 discounted titles, have been announced by Xbox. Batman: Return to Arkham, Forza Horizon 5 and Forza Horizon 4 Premium Editions Bundle, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War are among the most popular titles.
Scientists Develop Injectable, Gel-Based Electrode for Brain Stimulation—Safer Than Metal Implants
Scientists at Linköping University in Sweden created a gel-based electrode that might revolutionize brain stimulation for patients. As the gel is injected into brain tissue, it solidifies into a soft, electrically conductive polymer that resembles the softness and flexibility of brain tissue.
Australian Regulator Orders Reports on Banks' Exposures to Crypto Following SVB Implosion
After the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) reportedly ordered local banks to disclose daily reports on their exposure to startups and crypto-related companies.
2-Drug Combo Reduces Lung Cancer Tumor Size, Quantity in Mice, Says Researchers
Researchers observed that combining two drugs, entinostat, and trametinib, can help reduce tumor size and number in mice with non-small cell lung cancer. Read more.
Geologist Discovers Plastic Pollution Embedded in Rocks on Untouched Island
Geologist Fernanda Avelar Santos discovered alarming evidence of human impact on an island miles away from civilization: rocks created from plastic waste. Read more.
Steam's Spring Sale Brings Huge Discounts to 5 Action-Packed Games
The Steam Spring Sale is a wonderful chance for gamers to get some top titles at reduced prices. Five games are among those titles available at the lowest prices!
Huawei Redesigns 13,000 Components, 4,000 Circuit Boards to Bypass US Sanctions
Chinese technology company Huawei overcame US sanctions by redesigning and replacing more than 13,000 components and 4,000 circuit boards in the last three years, according to the company's founder Ren Zhengfei. Read more.
Chinese Authorities Catch Man Smuggling 84 SSDs in Electric Scooter
A man was detained by Chinese customs officers while attempting to smuggle 84 Kingston solid-state drives (SSDs) across the border in the chassis of his electric scooter. At the border checkpoint, officials inspected the man's scooter and discovered an inside bundle of SSDs.
Tesla Owners Spot New V4 Superchargers in the Netherlands; Note Longer Cables, Higher Voltage
Tesla has deployed V4 Superchargers at a new charging station in the Netherlands, addressing charging concerns for non-Tesla electric vehicle owners. The V4 Superchargers feature longer charging cables. Read more.
Build In-Demand Skills, Stay Competitive in the Tech Job Market—Here's How
Job seekers should focus on improving and diversifying their skill sets to remain competitive in the tech industry, with companies preferring employees with a breadth of knowledge throughout their disciplines and a depth of expertise in one field. Read more.
Chinese Gaming Giants Go All-In on AI-Generated Content, Developers Worry
AI-generated content is being quickly adopted by Chinese game companies like NetEase and miHoyo. This has led some developers to worry that their jobs may soon be replaced by the new technology.
New Study Warns of Possible Cross-Infection of Dangerous Infections Between Pets, Owners
Recent research indicates that healthy cats and dogs may transmit multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) to hospitalized owners. Read further.
Strange Taco Bell Wedding Offers Glimpse Into Metaverse’s Future
A recent Metaverse event saw a couple wedded in a Taco Bell restaurant in the virtual world of Decentraland. Here's why it's the future of the metaverse.
Amid Latest Findings, COVID-19 Origin Investigation Hindered by Chinese Government: Report
A recent study by Chinese experts reveals that raccoon dogs sold at Wuhan in 2019 may have first transmitted the virus. Identifying the animal reservoir of a new virus is a long and difficult task compounded by the Chinese government's intervention in the inquiry into the pandemic's origins.
Ransomware Attacks Target Undermanned US Rural Hospitals: Report
Ransomware is targeting rural hospitals in the United States. Some facilities are particularly vulnerable to such cyberattacks due to a lack of cybersecurity resources and qualified personnel. Read more.
Donald Trump's YouTube Channel Restrictions Lifted Ahead of 2024 Presidential Bid
YouTube has lifted the restrictions placed on the channel of former US President Donald Trump in January 2021 for inciting violence during the Capitol Hill incident. Read more
Resident Evil’s Leon Joins Fortnite’s Gaming Legends, but Fans Not Happy With Missing Details
Many crossovers have already debuted in Fortnite, most recently Resident Evil 2 and 4 hero Leon S. Kennedy. However, fans were reportedly disappointed with how he was presented in the game. This is why.
Electric Vehicles Are Taking Over the US—Here’s a Look at the Numbers
The US electric car market is expected to see significant growth in the coming years. This growth is being driven by increased demand for environmentally friendly transportation options. Read more.
Duolingo Launches GPT-4 AI-Powered Virtual Language Tutor in New Subscription Tier
In order to help students learn more effectively, Duolingo is introducing a new virtual tutor powered by OpenAI's newest GPT4 that seeks to simulate scenarios and conversations. Read more.
YouTube TV Raises Monthly Subscription Prices to $73, Cites Rising Content Costs
In order to cover increased content costs, YouTube TV has announced a price increase for its monthly membership from $65 to $73. Find out now how much other streaming service subscription costs.
Researchers Create Low-cost Mobile Air Pollution Monitor
Flatburn is a low-cost, mobile air pollution detector created by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) researchers. The device can be built with low-cost parts or through 3D printing.
2.5 Tons of Uranium Went Missing From Uncontrolled Site in Libya, According to UN
A UN nuclear watchdog discovered 2.5 tons of natural uranium missing from a Libyan facility. Atomic energy regulators are already investigating the situation.
Minecraft Switch Players Report Loading Screen Bug
Players have reported that they are unable to launch Minecraft on the Nintendo Switch. The game starts loading but becomes stuck at 66% and remains there indefinitely. Continue reading.
Natural Immunity Outperforms Vaccines in Protection Against COVID-19: Meta-analysis
A new analysis discovered that natural immunity outperforms vaccines in protecting against COVID-19. The review of data from 56 research studies conducted in 19 countries found that innate immunity gives much longer protection than vaccination. Continue reading.
Spacesuit Makeover: Astronauts Now Sleeker, More Flexible
Axiom Space unveiled a sleeker, more flexible spacesuit for astronauts to wear on the Moon in the coming years. The spacesuit is based on NASA's Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit (xEMU) spacesuit design, but with advanced capabilities.
