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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

School Data Breach: What Parents Should Know

You might have heard about the recent data breach where hackers snuck into a large education software company's system through a support portal. This company, PowerSchool, is now facing the consequences of hackers stealing important personal information like names, addresses, and even Social Securit

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Jan 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's New Hinge Patent: A Peek into Foldable Device Future

Imagine a world where your phone can unfold into a mini laptop. That's what Microsoft might have in store, according to a recent patent. The tech giant has designed a unique hinge that could make foldable devices more durable and thinner. This isn't your average water drop hinge; it's a set of subas

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Jan 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Seeing What Could Have Been: Unused Windows 11 Dynamic Wallpapers

Ever wondered what could have been? Microsoft designer Sergey Kisselev, who worked on the Windows team, recently shared some fascinating "dynamic wallpaper" designs for Windows 11 that never saw the light of day. These concepts, found on Behance, showcase a range of vibrant and moving backgrounds th

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Jan 04 2025BUSINESS

Unlocking Business Agility: SAP Financial Tools for Startups

In today's fast-paced business world, adaptability is key. Companies that can't keep up with changes might get left behind. Digital finance is a big part of this. Some businesses are ahead in this transformation, while others struggle. A recent study showed that 56% of business leaders think being f

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Jan 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gaming Giants' Year in Review: How Did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Do in 2024?

In 2024, the gaming world saw some ups and downs. Let's take a look at how the big three—PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo—fared this year. PlayStation had a mixed bag in 2024. They faced big setbacks like the failure of their live service game, Concord. This disaster might affect their future live s

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

A New Way to Walk: Flexible and Light Knee Prosthetics

Imagine losing your leg above the knee and needing a prosthetic. Traditional knees aren't perfect. They might be heavy, stiff, or uncomfortable. Scientists thought soft materials could help, but they're often too flexible to work well. So, what's the solution? Meet the new origami-inspired pros

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Dec 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

How Good Are AI Coding Tools?

Let's chat about some popular AI tools that help write code. GitHub Copilot, Amazon CodeWhisperer, and ChatGPT are big names here. We put them to the test using the HumanEval Dataset to see how well they do compared to each other. We checked how often they churn out correct code and things like code

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Dec 27 2024CRIME

The Truth or Tricky Tech: DNA Software in a Murder Trial

In a New Jersey murder trial, a software called STRmix is under scrutiny. This software helps analyze complex DNA samples that used to be considered unusable. Defense lawyers for Paul Caneiro, accused of killing four family members, argue the software isn't reliable enough for court. They say it was

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

New Tools for Fighting Cancer: A Breakthrough in Targeting NSD2 Proteins

Scientists have made a significant discovery in the fight against cancer. They've created new compounds that can destroy specific forms of a protein called NSD2, which plays a role in cancer development. NSD2 comes in three versions due to a process called alternative splicing: long, short, and RE-I

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Dec 18 2024BUSINESS

Tech Company Sets Up Shop in Mount Pleasant

Imagine a software company that makes life easier for landowners and developers. That's Mesa Land Services, and they're branching out to Mount Pleasant. With a $1. 3 million investment, they're ready to create 24 new jobs. Their specialty? Software that speeds up and simplifies the utility easement

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