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Apr 03 2026CRYPTO

Apps Hide a Stealthy Crypto‑Theft Tool

"New studies show that a recent version of the SparkCat malware has slipped into apps on both iOS and Android stores. The program masquerades as everyday utilities—messaging tools, food delivery apps—and quietly scans users’ photo libraries for images that contain cryptocurrency wallet recovery phr

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Quantum‑Ready Blockchains: New Network Claims Safety from Future Computers

Naoris Protocol has just gone live on its main network, announcing it is the first blockchain built from the start with post‑quantum cryptography approved by U. S. standards. The move follows growing worries that powerful quantum machines could crack the math behind today’s most common signatures, s

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Apr 03 2026SCIENCE

MOFs: Tweaking Shape and Inside to Separate Gases Better

Scientists used a single metal‑organic framework, PCN‑608, to separate its two main variables: the crystal’s shape and what sits inside its pores. They grew three kinds of crystals – tiny disks, flat sheets, and interlocked sheets – to see how shape changes the path a gas takes. They also adde

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Apr 03 2026FINANCE

Micron’s Memory Stock Still Looks Good, Even With Supply Worries

The idea that memory chips are at their peak has faded, and one company that felt the hit after a sharp drop is Micron Technology. The firm’s earnings report recently showed strong growth, largely thanks to demand from artificial‑intelligence workloads and a healthy order backlog. Even though Google

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

A Quiet Exit for a Controversial Apple Fitness Leader

Jay Blahnik, who helped shape Apple’s fitness tech for over a decade, is stepping down this summer. His departure follows years of complaints about his management style, including claims of verbal abuse and inappropriate behavior. The news comes just as Apple’s Fitness+ service faces scrutiny over i

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

A New Smart Bandage That Fights Infection and Speeds Up Healing

Wound care just got an upgrade. Scientists have created a flexible bandage-like material that not only sticks to skin but also fights bacteria and helps wounds heal faster. This isn’t just a regular dressing—it’s a smart patch packed with tiny particles that heat up when exposed to light, killing ge

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Weather apps get an old-school twist and a high-tech upgrade at the same time

The Weather Channel isn’t just stuck in the past—it’s also racing into the future. This week, it launched two very different ways to check the forecast. One is a brand-new AI-powered tool called Storm Radar, designed for anyone who wants quick, personalized weather updates. The other is a nostalgic

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Apr 02 2026HEALTH

Fast Urine Test Could Cut UTI Treatment Time

"The new urine test can decide the best antibiotic in under six hours, instead of waiting three days for lab results. The test uses a cartridge with tiny tubes filled with different medicines. A urine sample is added, and light sensors watch for bacterial growth over the next hours. If bacteri

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Apr 02 2026SCIENCE

Hydrogen: The Tiny Gas That Might Beat Big Health Problems

Recent science shows that a simple gas—hydrogen—is more than just a building block of water. Because it is so small, the molecule can slip through cell walls and even the blood‑brain barrier, reaching places that many medicines cannot. Researchers have tested hydrogen in a variety of ways: breathing

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Apr 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

French Plan to Boost Data Centers

The French government is preparing new policies that will make it easier for companies to build data centers across the country. Finance Minister Roland Lescure announced that these measures will be revealed in the coming weeks, aiming to attract more investment and support France’s digital infrastr

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