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Astronomers have discovered S301, a star orbiting the black hole at the center of the Milky Way at a speed reaching about 25,000 km/s. Researchers hope that with its help, they will be able to test Einstein's theory and measure the rotation of the black hole.

A new study has discovered that dozens of animal species are capable of breaking down PHA, a type of natural plastic produced by bacteria. Researchers estimate that this ability has existed for hundreds of millions of years and may change the understanding of the carbon cycle in nature.

A Chinese humanoid robot covered 100 meters in 9.39 seconds at a competition in Beijing, surpassing the world record set by the Jamaican sprinter in 2009. Another robot also outperformed Bolt, though both struggled to stop after crossing the finish line.

Mass extinction sounds like an event belonging to the age of the dinosaurs, but a group of 17 scientists argues that humanity is already moving in a very dangerous direction. In an article published in the journal Frontiers in Conservation Science, they warned that the loss of biodiversity, the climate crisis, and the increasing pressure exerted by humans on natural systems could lead to a...

A new phishing campaign in the crypto sector has targeted approximately 885,000 phone numbers. Can an innocent message arriving on your mobile lead to access to your digital wallet?

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.

Footage circulated online shows the rocket launched from a test base deviating from its path and crashing in an unpopulated area. The country's authorities stated that the missile's self-destruct mechanism was activated according to the emergency plan after it deviated from its trajectory.

Google is launching the Operation Blue Skies project in collaboration with the UK government. AI models will predict contrail formation zones, allowing airlines to adjust flight paths and reduce their climate footprint.

The humanoid robot Lightning from smartphone manufacturer Honor completed the 100-meter dash in 9.32 seconds, reaching a top speed of 14.5 m/s. The feat was demonstrated during a preparatory event for the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.

A new project called Your AI Slop Bores Me invites users to swap roles with AI. Instead of prompting a machine, you become the chatbot yourself, fulfilling requests from other real-world users in real-time.

Major autonomous driving companies are preparing to deploy their robotaxis in Las Vegas after the state of Nevada approved applications from Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to provide services in Clark County.

A lawsuit against an AI company owned by Elon Musk raises a philosophical question that we will have to deal with in the AI era, with hundreds of billions of dollars at stake.

The climate crisis is expected to make food more expensive in Israel as well, but Dr. Michal Levy believes the country can ensure food security. In a special interview, she explains why a change in habits and nutritional education is required.

Researchers from Harvard University have grown brain tissue from stem cells, maintaining its activity for six years. The findings revealed internal "biological clocks" within nerve cells, offering new avenues for studying autism and schizophrenia.

Researchers have identified a neural circuit in the brainstem capable of stopping neuropathic pain at its source. The goal: to develop targeted drugs that will prevent the danger of severe addiction to opioid painkillers.

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.

Israeli company Switcher has added Apple CarPlay support for its smart boilers and AC controllers. Drivers can now manage home climate directly from their car screen without needing to touch their phone.

Tesla, Xiaomi, Xpeng, and other car manufacturers in China are set to recall approximately 7 million vehicles. The recall addresses safety concerns regarding door-opening mechanisms during emergencies.

The new movie "Mutiny", which was released in theaters this weekend, was accidentally uploaded to Amazon's streaming service and was available for viewing for several hours in Europe and the Middle East. Major US studios are furious about the glitch, which could cost millions of dollars and cause significant problems for international distributors.

Tesla, owned by Elon Musk, is recalling 2,740,642 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured in China. The company's Shanghai plant supplies not only the local Chinese market but also export markets across Asia and Europe.

The Israeli startup Lizzy AI tested popular artificial intelligence models on the Israel Bar Association exam. The results show that AI tools can outperform even the top law students.

The social network X is in talks to integrate the USDC stablecoin for international payments and creator rewards, aiming to bypass traditional banking limitations.

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, is considered one of the most influential people in the tech world. However, a WSJ investigation revealed that his wife, Kamy Clark, plays a key role in the company's strategy despite having no official position.

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...

The case in San Francisco where an AI agent fired a human employee exposes the progress of global experiments in which research companies are trying to appoint artificial intelligence to manage businesses. Alongside logistical successes and creative bureaucratic workarounds, the AI's inability to deal with the physical world, errors due to a lack of business understanding, and the realization that...

High-tech companies are appointing dedicated AI managers to lead cross-company change: from development to operations and recruitment. The market is competing for managers who connect strategy to business value with salaries reaching up to 90,000 shekels per month, even though practical experience with autonomous agents is still rare. Senior AI managers and recruitment experts explain what the...

Not everyone wants a watch on their wrist, which is why smart bracelets are gaining traction. Google's Fitbit Air impresses with its comfort and price, but the lack of official support and premium AI features in Israel limits the overall experience.

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.

Security update KB5121003, released as mandatory and fixing over 400 vulnerabilities, is reportedly causing game crashes, connection and display issues, and even system crashes. Microsoft has already launched an investigation, but there is no official solution yet.

Nir Barzilai and Uri Alon were selected by TIME for the list of 12 groundbreaking researchers paving the way for a longer and healthier life. Barzilai is testing whether existing drugs can delay age-related diseases, and Alon found that genetics may account for about 50% of life expectancy.

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...

yes is launching a new advertising model in VOD, with ads before content and during pauses. Partner reveals electricity consumption records, Fireblocks recruits a former US SEC official, and the Israeli Basketball Hall of Fame is inaugurated.

SpaceX (SPCX) shares fell 5% to $132 as Chinese startup LandSpace successfully landed an orbital-class rocket booster for the first time. The stock is also facing pressure from a staggered lock-up expiration for early investors and executives.

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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.

A climate study warns: In a high-emissions scenario, the European area affected annually by fires will jump by 193% and reach about 53,000 square kilometers. Researchers claim that climate change will bring massive fires to areas that have not dealt with them in the past.

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...