Did a Canadian developer really invent bitcoin? A new HBO show explores an intriguing theory
In 2008, someone using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto published the design of the cryptocurrency bitcoin,…
Tech billionaire Elon Musk’s social media posts have had a ‘sudden boost’ since July, new research reveals
On July 13, shortly after Donald Trump was targeted by an assassination attempt, Elon Musk,…
Recruiting the world’s first disabled astronaut doesn’t mean space travel is inclusive – here’s how to change that
In the past, spaceflight was the preserve of government-funded astronauts who had to meet stringent…
In Hawaii, parasites and viruses team up in the battle against fruit flies – an entomologist explains the implication for global pest control
Take a stroll along one of the beaches on Hawaii Island in late summer, and…
Mining must become more responsible and sustainable. Where hi-tech solutions fit in
If you visit a commercial mining operation anywhere in the world today, some sights and…
Why modern humans are the ideal size for speed
The fastest animal on land is the cheetah, capable of reaching top speeds of 104…
Simple science summaries written by AI help people understand research and trust scientists
Artificial intelligence-generated summaries of scientific papers make complex information more understandable for the public compared…
Fighting antibiotic resistance at the source – using machine learning to identify bacterial resistance genes and the drugs to block them
Antibiotic resistance is a growing public health problem around the world. When bacteria like E.…
What is AI superintelligence? Could it destroy humanity? And is it really almost here?
In 2014, the British philosopher Nick Bostrom published a book about the future of artificial…
Australia’s new digital ID scheme falls short of global privacy standards. Here’s how it can be fixed
Australia’s new digital ID system promises to transform the way we live. All of our…