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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Older Adults Connect with Robots: A Closer Look

A recent study dug into how older adults interact with socially assistive robots (SARs). The research focused on 191 adults aged 65 and above. It found that 40. 8% of them actively engaged with a robot named Hyodol. The study used surveys, behavioral logs, and conversation data to understand these interactions. The research identified three distinct types of users. ...

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Nov 22 2025CRYPTO

American Crypto Firm Eyes 2026 Staking Plans Amid Market Turmoil

BitMine, a company that holds large amounts of Ether (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC), has revealed plans to start staking its ETH holdings. This new venture, called the “Made in America Validator Network” (MAVAN), is set to launch in early 2026. The company is currently testing the waters with three different staking service providers. Staking involves locking up tokens to ...

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Nov 22 2025CRYPTO

Crypto IPOs: A Timing Signal or Just a Coincidence?

Crypto markets have seen a pattern where initial public offerings (IPOs) often happen near the peak of a bull run. This trend has been observed in recent years, with several companies going public around the time Bitcoin reached its highest prices. In 2021, Coinbase's direct listing coincided with Bitcoin's record high of nearly $64, 000. Similarly, Stronghold Digit...

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Fluoride Safety: New Study Sparks Debate Amid Growing Concerns

A recent study claims that fluoride is safe for children's brain development, but many experts are skeptical. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that fluoride exposure in childhood has no negative cognitive effects and might even offer slight benefits. However, the study's methodology and timing have raised eyebrows. The study's release comes shortly...

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Decoding Thoughts: The Rise of Brain-Reading Technology

The idea of reading minds is no longer just a plot from a sci-fi movie. Scientists are making strides in creating tools that can turn brain activity into words. This isn't about telepathy or superpowers. It's about technology that can interpret brain signals and convert them into text. Imagine someone wearing a special cap filled with sensors. These sensors pick up ...

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

AI: The Game Changer for Finance Teams

Finance teams have been doing things the old way for too long. They spend hours on spreadsheets and manual data entry. This makes it hard for them to focus on bigger picture stuff, like guiding the company's strategy. The problem? The tools and skills needed to make this shift were often too expensive or complex. But now, AI is here to change that. It's not just an ...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's New Money Makers: Middle East's Big Bet on Entertainment

The entertainment world is buzzing with big moves. Middle Eastern investors are eyeing major stakes in Hollywood studios. This isn't just about money. It's about power and influence. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE are not just watching from the sidelines anymore. They are stepping into the game. Reports suggest that these countries are looking to invest heavily in...

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Mystery: Blood Clues to Spot Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a tricky condition to diagnose. Doctors often rely on invasive procedures, but what if a simple blood test could do the trick? Researchers are exploring tiny molecules called miRNAs in the blood to detect endometriosis. These miRNAs are like messengers in the body, and their patterns might hold the key to identifying the disease. The journey to find...

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

How a Big Company Taught 20, 000 People About AI

A major financial company, Principal Financial, has been teaching its employees about artificial intelligence (AI). The CEO, Strable, started by training the top leaders. At first, some leaders questioned why they needed to learn about AI. But Strable believed it was important for leaders to understand AI so they could help the whole company use it better. After the...

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Nov 21 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Chaos: Memecoins and NFTs Take a Big Hit

The crypto world saw some wild swings recently. Memecoins, those digital currencies that often start as jokes, took a big tumble. Their total value dropped to $39. 4 billion, the lowest point in 2025. In just one day, over $5 billion vanished. This is a huge change from early January when these coins were worth $116. 7 billion. It's not just memecoins feeling the hea...

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