Macau opens 5G tender
The Macau Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) reportedly called on mobile operators to bid for four 5G licences, with commercial services of the next-generation technology expected to start in Q1…
Virgin Orbit carries out its first night mission for the US Space Force
Virgin Orbit has ticked off another milestone in its fledgling launch business, successfully carrying out its first night-time mission over the weekend and deploying satellites into low-Earth orbit for the US Space Force. Source of Article
Nicotine-salt e-cig pods may harm immune cells more than other vapes
New research has found users of nicotine-salt-containing pod and disposable e-cigarettes display unique markers of immune suppression not seen in users of other kinds of e-cigarettes. The study indicates the long-term health implications are unknown. Source of Article
Cancer drug pulls surprising double duty to treat muscular dystrophy
In a new study, researchers have accidentally discovered that an existing cancer drug shows promise in slowing the progress of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, by changing the type of muscle fibers to be more resilient. Source of Article
New methane binding process could end insanely wasteful burn-offs
The global oil industry wastefully burns off about as much natural gas as is used by all of Central and South America – but a new methane binding agent offers a potential way for this greenhouse gas to be converted economically into liquid fuels. Source of Article
Sight of mouthwatering meals triggers inflammation linked to diabetes
The sight of a mouthwatering dish can certainly be enough to send our senses into overdrive, and a new study has demonstrated how the mechanisms behind this may play an important role in type 2 diabetes. Source of Article
FDA and WHO disagree on COVID-19 vaccine booster variant advice
Over the last few weeks the FDA and the WHO have disagreed over what direction COVID-19 vaccines should take later this year. Which Omicron subtype should boosters focus on, and how quickly can vaccine makers deliver new doses? Source of Article
MuleSoft Connect 2022: Automation fuels digital transformation
Salesforce expands on MuleSoft’s automation tools at their annual event. Image: Adobe Stock Between the pandemic, inflation and the rising skills gap and talent shortage, 2022 has proven to be…
The business of hackers-for-hire threat actors
Hackers-for-hire specialize in compromising email boxes. Learn more about these cyber criminals and the threat they represent. Image: Adobe Stock Must-read security coverage In the world of illegal cyber activities,…
Data breach of NFT marketplace OpenSea may expose customers to phishing attacks
Triggered by an employee from an external vendor who shared email addresses with an unauthorized party, the breach could lead to phishing attempts against affected individuals. Image: Proxima Studio/Adobe Stock…
