Category: Science/Technology

Beyond Connected [Ep. 24] Text Scams, Deepfakes & ...

Learn how to spot scam texts, avoid deepfake fraud, and know when your computer is too old. CyberGuy answers top cybersecurity que...

Huge numbers of web stores are facing attack from ...

Hackers are actively using PolyShell against major brands and other ecommerce sites.

Forget the AI Armageddon—quantum computing is the ...

While AI grabs headlines, quantum computing quietly threatens to upend digital security foundations.

The AI gap nobody's talking about

Despite AI’s rapid advancements, training resources on secure and efficient AI use are still limited.

AI is making better business everybody’s business...

How AI is giving employees the tools to fix broken processes themselves.

Britain is building its tech empire on sand

Britain’s tech ambitions falter as developer burnout stifles innovation.

600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in mediev...

The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say...

Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in ...

Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pi...

What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral ...

Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits onl...

Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space

The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, suc...

OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app

OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.

New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law...

The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized ...

Meta and YouTube found liable on all charges in so...

The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against soc...

New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer prote...

A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploit...

Jury finds Meta and YouTube liable in landmark soc...

After days of deliberation, a jury in Los Angeles found Meta and YouTube liable for creating platforms designed to be addictive fo...

Global mobile money transactions hit $2trn in 2025...

Global mobile money transactions surpassed $2 trillion in 2025. This is according to GSMA’s latest State of the… The post Global m...

Understanding Kenya’s 373% internet subscribers gr...

Internet connectivity and digital transformation in Kenya have seen significant growth, driven by the growing demand for high-spee...

Only 6% of Nigerians feel financially secure – Pig...

Start with a number the Nigerian government would rather not display in public. Six per cent. That is… The post Only 6% of Nigeria...

From founder to fixer: How Amanda Etuk of Cascador...

Amanda Etuk knows what it means to build a business in Nigeria the hard way. Long before she… The post From founder to fixer: How ...

How to update your BVN phone number before the May...

Starting May 1, 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will allow you to change the phone number… The post How to update your BVN...

Chinese lander reveals giant 'cavity' of radiation...

A new study using data from China's Chang'e-4 moon lander found an area of reduced radiation from cosmic rays near the moon. The f...

Roman mosaic shows topless woman battling leopard ...

A third-century mosaic shows a topless woman battling a leopard in a Roman arena.

1,000-year-old altar and human sacrifices from Tol...

Archaeologists found the altar and human bones during a construction project near Tula, an ancient city that was the capital of th...

Live Science Today: Meta and Google fined for caus...

Thursday, March 26, 2026: Your daily roundup of the biggest science stories making headlines.

Brain aging results from a loss of control over ho...

Aging may "erase" the epigenetic markers that control gene expression in the brain, and this may create a snowball effect.

If someone gets into your email, they own every ac...

Criminals don't need your passwords to drain your accounts — they just need your email. Here's how account takeover fraud works an...

Air taxis in the US could launch this summer

A new federal eVTOL program targets passenger, cargo and medical flights across 26 states, with autonomous air taxi operations pot...

Spring clean your digital footprint: Why retirees ...

Spring cleaning your home is a habit — but your digital footprint needs the same attention. Data brokers quietly build profiles fr...

Musk says Tesla, SpaceX to build advanced chip man...

Elon Musk says his new Terafab chip plant in Austin aims to produce one terawatt of computing capacity yearly, addressing a critic...

US bans new foreign-made consumer internet routers...

The FCC is banning the import of all new foreign-made consumer routers over cybersecurity concerns amid a broader crackdown on Chi...

Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk ...

The U.S. Army has received its first autonomous UH-60MX Black Hawk, built with Sikorsky, marking a key milestone in military aviat...

Meta slashes roughly 700 jobs; layoffs hit multipl...

The latest job cuts at Meta hit areas like Reality Labs and social media teams as the company seeks greater cost control amid heav...

Jury finds Meta, Google liable in landmark social ...

Los Angeles jury delivers verdict in landmark case accusing Meta and YouTube of designing platforms to addict young users, setting...

Only one in 20 Nigerians earns above N1m monthly –...

One in 20 Nigerians now earns above ₦1 million ($723.26) monthly, according to data from savings platform Piggyvest’s new savings ...

In today's edition: Maziv sale pumps Remgro’s profits || Why Namibia rejected Starlink || Nigeria launches digital trade portal ||...

Stablecoin issuers in Kenya face $3.85 million min...

Stablecoin issuers must also maintain a minimum paid-up capital of KES 500 million (approximately $3.85 million) and core or liqui...

Nigerian crypto startup Quidax cuts jobs amid push...

Together, these developments point to a shift in Quidax’s focus toward infrastructure and B2B products, including its push into en...

Why being polite to AI might be hurting your resul...

The researchers tested how different tones, ranging from very polite to very rude, affect ChatGPT-4o's performance on multiple-cho...

50 Cent Inks $100M Deal To Launch Entertainment Hu...

If you don’t hear from 50 Cent, just know he’s likely closing in on a business deal.

Toronto-Based BKR Capital Raises $20M For Its Seco...

A venture capital firm supporting Black tech companies has closed its second fund.

Uncle Nearest Receiver Requests Gag Order Against ...

Uncle Nearest’s receiver seeks to bar its founders from speaking publicly about the brand’s ongoing case.

What Is TV Personality Steelo Brim’s Net Worth? He...

If you’ve ever tuned into MTV for an extended period of time, there’s a high likelihood that you’ve witnessed Sterling “Steelo” Br...

From ‘In Living Color’ To ‘Scary Movie 6,’ What Is...

Shawn Wayans may not be the loudest name in Hollywood, but his fingerprints are all over some of the most iconic comedies of the l...

Sweet! The cell’s sugary coating comes into view

Built from thickets of glucose, galactose, mannose and more, the glycome plays key roles in cell communication, immunity and the b...

New Mexico just handed Meta its first courtroom de...

The dollar amount isn’t as important as the fact that this is the first jury verdict of its kind against Meta over harm to young p...

Lululemon bets Epoch Biodesign can eat its shorts,...

Startup Epoch Biodesign uses enzymes to break plastic waste down into monomers, the chemical building blocks that can be used to m...

Amazon just bought a startup making kid-size human...

The acquisition of Fauna Robotics is the second robotics startup Amazon has purchased this month.

With $3.5B in fresh capital, Kleiner Perkins is go...

The fundraise includes $1 billion for investing in early-stage startups, and $2.5 billion for late-stage growth businesses.

A former Thiel fellow’s startup just launched a dr...

Brinc launched its newest 911 response drone this week, as the company seeks to expand its prominence in the public safety industr...

Chris Hayes Has Some Advice for Keeping Up With th...

The host of MS Now’s All In, knows how hard it is to stay current. But he also knows where you should focus your attention—and it ...

Best Premium Soundbars: Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio,...

Soundbars just keep getting better, but some rise above the rest. These are the best high-end soundbars and wireless A/V speakers ...

How to Use Apple’s Live Translation on Your AirPod...

If you have a recent Apple device, you can translate live conversations. It’s impressive, and the new AirPods Pro Max just joined ...

Clear Drop Soft Plastic Compactor Review: Eco Expe...

Clear Drop’s Soft Plastic Compactor is a unique household recycling solution that’s fun to use, but who is it for?

Arm Is Now Making Its Own Chips

The chip design firm says Meta, OpenAI, Cerebras, and Cloudflare are among the first customers of its new artificial intelligence ...

Jury in landmark Meta, Google addiction trial havi...

Judge Carolyn B. Kuhl said the jury should reach a verdict if it can, adding that the case will have to be retried with a new set ...

Kalshi, Polymarket announce anti-insider trading r...

A bipartisan group of US senators introduced legislation on Monday that would prohibit prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polym...

Delivery Robot Allegedly Smashes Through Bus Stop ...

Smash and grab. The post Delivery Robot Allegedly Smashes Through Bus Stop Window, Keeps Driving Covered in Broken Glass appeared ...

Sketchy Polymarket Accounts Making Suspicious Bets...

The accounts are less than a week old and put down a huge amount of money. The post Sketchy Polymarket Accounts Making Suspicious ...

NASA Announces Nuclear Mission to Mars by 2028

The goal is to demonstrate "advanced nuclear electric propulsion in deep space." The post NASA Announces Nuclear Mission to Mars b...

CEO Confronted Over Using AI to Clone Real People ...

"You do not have our permission to use our names to do this." The post CEO Confronted Over Using AI to Clone Real People Without T...

No, McDonald’s Isn’t Deploying Humanoid Robots as ...

It's not what it looks like. The post No, McDonald’s Isn’t Deploying Humanoid Robots as Workers in Shanghai appeared first on Futu...

How a Nigerian developer built an AI tool used by ...

Sampson Ovuoba believes building UI should not be code-heavy, so he built Windframe for developers to build visually. Today, engin...

MTN phases out Ayoba after 7 years as it prepares ...

Ayoba, MTN’s super app, is being gradually phased out as part of a broader strategy to simplify its digital services and build a s...

Creators in Malawi to start earning online in Apri...

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss creators in Malawi ‘s plan to start earning online in April, a Nigerian AI tool for building websi...

Building a Tech Startup: A First Steps Guide for A...

Building a Tech Startup: A First Steps Guide for Aspiring Founders Every major tech company you admire today started as nothing mo...

How To Invest In African Startups: A Practical Gui...

How To Invest In African Startups: A Practical Guide This guide explains how to invest in African startups, from choosing an entry...

ALX to host Women’s Month virtual event

ALX to host Women’s Month virtual event Beyond the breakthrough: When one woman rises, communities rise ALX will host a virtual Wo...

Tidy up your tech: spring cleaning tips for safegu...

Safeguarding your digital life with a reliable physical backup isn't just a precaution - it's a necessity. Here's the essential ba...

Play my Word Search: Carry On Essentials

From passports to headphones, find all your travel must-haves in this carry-on essentials word search. A fun puzzle for travelers ...

Trump unveils national AI policy framework

Trump unveils AI policy plan. What it means for jobs, kids, privacy and power costs in the US. Key takeaways and risks explained.

10 Android privacy settings Samsung users must cha...

10 Android privacy settings Samsung users must change now to stop tracking, protect data and lock down your phone before trouble s...

DocuSign email scam targets healthcare workers

Nurse spots a fake DocuSign email tied to a license renewal scam. Learn the warning signs and how to avoid signing phishing docume...

PS5 Pro architect Mark Cerny says Sony's updated P...

PS5 and PS5 Pro console architect Mark Cerny has revealed that Sony’s updated PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) AI upsc...

‘Warcraft… with pure thought control’ — 100 days w...

After 100 days with a Neuralink implant, a patient describes playing Warcraft with pure thought

‘AI is not here to replace expertise, it's here to...

Oracle CEO outlines his company’s ongoing plan to build “the world's largest AI cloud”.

When AI drives the M&A deal, reality arrives fast

Why AI-led acquisitions expose hidden costs, complexity, and integration risk faster than expected.

Secretlab has discounted its World of Warcraft col...

Gaming furniture brand Secretlab has slashed the price of some of its World of Warcraft collab gear.

How iNaturalist app users have fun while aiding sc...

The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to ...

How a fun nature app aids science

The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to ...

The cost to care for your pet is skyrocketing. Her...

The cost of care for your pet is rising with one study finding that one in five pet owners carry at least $2,000 in pet-related de...

Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after s...

Polymarket tightened its rules after questions surfaced over whether some prediction market customers engaged in insider trading.

Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vas...

Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspira...

Antarctica could warm 1.4 times faster than the re...

Antarctica could warm much faster than its surroundings over the next few decades due to a phenomenon known as polar amplification...

Artemis II: NASA's first crewed mission to the moo...

NASA's Artemis II mission will send a crew of four astronauts back to the moon for the first time since the Apollo era, although t...

Russian rocket en route to ISS suffers major anten...

NASA has revealed that Russia's Progress 94 spacecraft failed to deploy one of its antennae, making it impossible for the uncrewed...

Extreme blast of Arctic air from polar vortex pain...

A recent satellite photo captured a stunning scene of sediment swirling across the West Florida Shelf after an extreme cold snap t...

Chemistry student develops clear polish that turns...

Researchers have developed a prototype nail polish to help more people access electrically-charged touch screens.

YouTube job scam text: How to spot it fast

YouTube job scams sent via text are spreading globally, Google warns. Learn the key warning signs, including unrealistic pay and r...

Amazon Health AI brings a doctor to your pocket

Amazon Health AI says it operates in a HIPAA-compliant environment and does not use personal health data for ads, as the company r...

Robot plays tennis with humans in real time

A humanoid robot rallies tennis shots with a human player in real time, using AI to track and respond without scripts or remote co...

ATM jackpotting attacks surge across the US

The FBI warns of rising ATM jackpotting attacks, where hackers use malware to force ATM machines to dispense cash without authoriz...

littlefish raises $9.5 million to scale its mercha...

littlefish, the South African startup building financial infrastructure for small businesses, has raised a $9.5 million Series A r...

KOKO Networks’ UK carbon arm hit $50.5 million rev...

Accounts for KOKO Networks (UK) Ltd show turnover jumped to £39.8 million ($50.5 million) in 2024 from £1.8 million ($2.3 million)...

How TeamApt got inside Nigeria’s payment rails

When Tosin Eniolorunda brought Dennis Ajalie into TeamApt as a senior business development officer in 2018, the company was still ...

Nigeria to spend $6.1 million on consultants for n...

Nigeria will spend $6.1 million on seven consulting firms and five individual consultants to support the rollout of its national f...

Starlink wants to wire Francophone Africa. Regulat...

Starlink is rewiring Francophone Africa’s internet, shifting from rogue outsider to infrastructure partner as telcos, regulators, ...

Veterinarian Ashton Sellers Becomes The First Blac...

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Howard University And Bowie State University Annou...

A multi-million-dollar initiative is on the way to ensure the responsible use of AI at two HBCUs.

Lil Wayne Believes If You’re Fearful Of AI, You Sh...

Lil Wayne doesn’t believe AI can take his throne.

Estate Of Quincy Jones Sells Catalog, Including Hi...

Sherrese Clark has attached herself to another acquisition of a legendary artist.