Why Malware Crypting Services Deserve More Scrutiny
If you operate a cybercrime business that relies on disseminating malicious software, you probably also spend a good deal of time trying to disguise or “crypt” your malware so that…
Durable outdoor projector brightens up campout movie nights
China's Shenzhen Hi-fun Technology has launched a durable portable projector on crowdfunding platform Indiegogo that's been designed specifically for movie nights at camp or catch ups with favorite family shows in the backyard. Source of Article
Ericsson highlights 5G revenue pay off
Latest figures from Ericsson suggested operators should stay the course in terms of massive investment in 5G, with the vendor finding a direct link between availability of the technology and…
World’s smallest wine glass toasts to nanoscale silica 3D printing
Scientists have created the world’s smallest wine glass, narrower than a human hair. Made out of actual glass, the model is a test run of a new 3D-printing process that could help make nanoscale glass components for electronic and optical devices. Source of Article
Hunga Volcano eruption produced record-breaking lightning show
The eruption of Tonga’s Hunga Volcano on January 15, 2022, produced a record-breaking amount of lightning. The information gathered about the eruption can be used to better monitor aviation-related hazards arising from these sorts of eruptions. Source of Article
Molecule patches leaks in blood-brain barrier to prevent MS or Alzheimer’s
The blood-brain barrier performs a vital function in keeping out toxins and pathogens, but it can become “leaky.” Now Stanford scientists have identified therapeutic molecules that could help patch it up, to potentially prevent neurological diseases. Source of Article
Tiny pangolin-inspired robot can stop internal bleeding
It may not look anything like the kind of tiny surgeon you'd want inside your soft tissue, but this small, soft metallic robot with flexible 'scales' like the land mammal can be magnetically controlled to treat internal injuries and deliver drugs. Source of Article
Combination therapy a one-two punch to KO aggressive brain cancer
A new study has found that combining radiotherapy with a cancer-targeting virus was more effective at combatting a hard-to-treat, deadly form of brain tumor than using either therapy alone. The finding may lead to more effective cancer treatments. Source of Article
Scientists clash over world’s oldest penis carving
Scientists are divided over whether there's a new "earliest known sexed anthropomorphic representation," in the form of a 4.3-cm (1.69-in) carved graphite pendant that University of Bordeaux archaeologists believe is supposed to be a penis. Source of Article
Cambridge reactor converts plastic waste and CO2 into useful chemicals
CO2 emissions and plastic waste are two major environmental problems, but a Cambridge device may help tackle both at once. The team demonstrated a new version of their solar reactor, which uses sunlight to convert CO2 and plastic into useful chemicals. Source of Article
