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Toronto is establishing itself as a global artificial intelligence powerhouse, threatening the exclusive status of Silicon Valley. The technological revolution in the Canadian city began four decades ago, when Nobel Prize-winning computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton left a well-funded job in the United States to research machine learning at the University of Toronto.

Could artificial intelligence help doctors determine at the start of treatment if a child has an antibiotic-resistant infection? A study by researchers from Ariel University and Clalit Health Services found that machine learning models using existing medical record data can accurately assess the risk of infections caused by ESBL-producing bacteria.

Researchers have enlisted narwhals, known as "sea unicorns," to study the remote Arctic regions. By attaching satellite transmitters to six individuals, scientists gathered unique data on temperature and salinity in East Greenland's fjords, collecting in three years an amount of information equivalent to 130 years of observation.

More than three thousand years after her burial in Ancient Egypt, the mummy of a noblewoman still appears to be screaming in terror, her mouth frozen wide open. Researchers using modern medical imaging have confirmed that this is not the result of poor embalming, but a rare muscle reaction that occurred at the exact moment of death.

There is military service that ends with a discharge certificate and a grant, and there is service that can turn into a career worth millions of shekels within a few years. The new documentary series "Exit at the Induction Center", based on Riki Maman's book "The Tech Oligarchy", examines how IDF technological units have become a major entry ticket to Israeli high-tech, and asks who gets this...

A sudden power outage is always frustrating, especially when your home internet cuts out. Many believe that an expensive Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is necessary, but the solution is much simpler and cheaper. Your router consumes very little energy, and with a bit of resourcefulness, you can keep it running for hours using a standard portable charger.

Do you allow your artificial intelligence tools to write and install code independently? You should think again. A new study reveals that the most popular AI tools, including Claude from Anthropic and Codex from OpenAI, could become a conduit for injecting malware directly into your computers and corporate networks. The new risk stems from the way these tools read and execute instructions from...

Archaeologists in Thailand have discovered two gold rings at a 2,000-year-old burial site in Phetchaburi province. One ring features an inscription in Brahmi script, an ancient Indian writing system. Experts believe the inscription translates to "protected by Pushya."

Researchers from the USA and the UK discovered that an almost invisible change in the shape of graphene — an extremely thin material — can dramatically affect the way electricity passes through it. In a study published in the journal "Advanced Materials", it was found that wrinkles smaller than a billionth of a meter are capable of changing the electrical properties of the material.

Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia have developed light-activated drugs that restored visual functions in blind mice. Two of the substances tested were effective as eye drops, requiring no genetic modification or device implantation. The findings were published in the "Journal of the American Chemical Society".

Anyone who uses chatbots is familiar with the frustration: you start a new conversation and feel like you have to introduce yourself again, explain how you like to work, and what your preferences are. Fortunately, the new memory update for Claude by Anthropic changes the rules of the game. From now on, the chatbot is capable of learning about you during a conversation and saving the information...

When was the last time you left a meeting with a doctor or your children's teacher and immediately opened your phone to check if they were right? If you have done this, you are definitely not alone. We have all become accustomed to accepting professional advice almost blindly, but the entry of artificial intelligence into our lives is completely changing the way we relate to experienced...

The game of musical chairs in the artificial intelligence world continues: Bret Zoph, a senior figure in the AI industry, has been appointed Vice President of Research at Google. Zoph, who has moved between leading companies in the field, left OpenAI last June after a short period of only five months.

Our phone accompanies us almost everywhere – it is in our hands almost all day, on the desk, in bed, in the bag, and even in the bathroom, including public ones. Throughout the day we touch dozens of different surfaces and then return to touch the screen, so it is not surprising that it becomes a place where bacteria and microorganisms from our environment accumulate. The question is just how many...

The AI job market has become highly competitive, with top talent increasingly favoring OpenAI and Anthropic over Google DeepMind. New data from Zeki Data indicates that Google's research lab is struggling to retain its leading researchers and engineers.

Tech giant Samsung is at the center of a massive leak long before its official announcement. CAD drawings and 3D renders published by leaker OnLeaks provide an exclusive look at the upcoming Galaxy S27 Ultra, revealing a significant visual overhaul of the rear camera module.

How many times have you been asked for your email address when signing up for a new app or website? If you are an iCloud+ subscriber, you likely use the "Hide My Email" feature. This tool generates random, dummy email addresses that route messages directly to your real inbox, maintaining your privacy.

The Earth's oceans reached their highest temperature ever recorded in modern history this past weekend. The average sea surface temperature in non-polar regions hit 21.1 degrees Celsius, breaking the previous record set in March 2024. Scientists are particularly concerned that this record was reached during a period when water temperatures are typically not at their peak.

The central solenoid of the ITER project has been installed in southern France, marking a milestone in nuclear fusion research. Weighing 1,000 tons and capable of generating a 13-tesla magnetic field, this superconducting magnet is essential for controlling the plasma required to harness the same energy process that powers the Sun.

A large-scale archaeological discovery was revealed this month in Egypt: a mission on behalf of the Supreme Council of Antiquities exposed at the Kom el-Khilgan site in the Dakahlia Governorate, in the eastern Nile Delta, an ancient cemetery and remains of a residential area documenting human settlement for thousands of years. The earliest findings date back to the first half of the fourth...

In recent years, and even more so with the rapid development of artificial intelligence tools, the technology has moved from research laboratories into almost every area of our lives. But alongside the ability to write, create images, analyze information, and streamline work, its dangerous side is also being exposed: there are already AI tools capable of creating particularly convincing voice and...

When thinking about fungi, one usually imagines them in a forest, on trees, or in the ground. However, it turns out that fungi also live under the sea, and a new study published in the scientific journal "PLOS Biology" points to their surprising role: they may help store carbon on the ocean floor. Researchers discovered that tiny fungi in the Arctic region absorb substances from the environment.

Apple is preparing for one of the most dramatic moves in its history in the mobile market, with its expected entry into the foldable smartphone category. According to a report by Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, the tech giant will unveil the iPhone Ultra at its annual announcement event — the company's first foldable flagship device. This is a completely new design category in Cupertino since the...

The launch of China's 'Chang'e-7' robotic space mission, designed to scan the moon's south pole in search of frozen water, will not take place in the planned launch window this year. This was stated in an official announcement by the China Manned Space Engineering Office.

Researchers have discovered 14 fossilized shark teeth belonging to five extinct species on the Abu Tartur plateau in Egypt. The findings confirm that this arid desert region was once a thriving marine ecosystem.

Scientists have revealed a method that allows standard Wi-Fi networks to identify individuals with near-perfect accuracy, even without connected devices. This discovery turns common routers into potential tools for mass surveillance.

Has your credit card expired and you are about to throw it away? A study presented at the USENIX Security 2026 conference reveals that in some cases, the old card can still be used to make a payment. A team from the University of Massachusetts Amherst found a weakness in the contactless payment protocol that allowed researchers to make a terminal treat an expired card as if it were still valid.

How many times have you found yourself drowning in a sea of iMessage, SMS, or RCS messages on your Mac, wishing someone would just organize them for you? OpenAI is now introducing a particularly intriguing solution that could change the way you communicate. The company has launched an official Apple Messages app plugin for ChatGPT, allowing the AI to read, analyze, and send messages directly from...

Tech giant Google announced last night a series of new features designed to give users precise control over the content displayed to them in search services, the Discover feed, and the Google News app. The move is intended to connect users with their favorite sites, while reducing friction with random algorithm recommendations and providing direct tools for filtering interests.

Anyone who has experimented with creating images, videos, or music using Google's artificial intelligence tools is familiar with the problem: the small, shimmering Gemini logo that appears in the corner. It might help identify that it is an AI product, but when you want to incorporate the image into an important presentation, a professional design, or a social media post, it is mostly a nuisance...

If you create content for TikTok, YouTube, or short films, you are likely familiar with the frustration of searching for copyright-safe music. A survey by Adobe and the Berklee College of Music reveals that over 43% of creators avoid using music due to copyright risks, while 38.9% cite high licensing costs as a barrier.

If you are accustomed to working with dozens of open tabs simultaneously, you are likely familiar with the browser clutter that follows. In January 2026, Google released a Chrome update that quietly removed the built-in tab scrolling feature, making navigation significantly more cumbersome for many users.

Are you familiar with the feeling of wanting to start a new book in a beloved series, only to discover you have completely forgotten the previous plot? Re-reading hundreds of pages can be daunting. Google Gemini offers a solution, providing accurate and detailed summaries of thick books and complex documents, saving you hours of effort.

Have you ever used an online service to check who is behind a Facebook profile or an unknown phone number? Many of us upload photos and personal details to these sites to perform due diligence and protect ourselves from scammers. However, such a service, intended to protect us, has itself become a source of serious danger, as millions of user face photos were completely exposed on the open web.

When you try to understand why your computer is lagging, you probably look for the usual suspects: open browsers, heavy games, or video editing software. But it turns out there is a quiet and particularly surprising culprit sitting right under your nose. The built-in Windows weather app is capable of consuming almost an entire gigabyte of RAM just while you scroll through it to check if you should...

The artificial intelligence company Anthropic concludes July with exceptional figures. The company reached an annual revenue run rate of 65 billion dollars, a jump of about 600% compared to the end of 2025. The private company is preparing for its next step: last June, it submitted a confidential prospectus to the US Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering (IPO) at a...

A 2026 study based on Gaia telescope data questions a 50-year-old astronomical assumption. Researchers from the University of Missouri found that the ratio of high-mass to low-mass stars is not universal and varies depending on the local environment.

Douglas Hot, CFO of Snap, sold approximately 132,000 shares at an average price of $5.20. While executive stock sales often concern investors, this was a technical move to cover tax liabilities. However, the sale comes during a difficult period for the company, which is facing a sharp decline in share value and significant legal threats.

Researchers have identified previously unknown immune structures within the skull bone marrow that act as a local brain defense center. The study, published in Nature, could lead to new treatments for brain tumors and neurological conditions.

How do some people manage to live over 100 years and successfully resist aging processes? A new study published in the journal "Cell Reports" points to the important role of the immune system. Long-lived individuals were found to have an increased level of rare immune cells capable of destroying damaged and cancerous cells.