A recent court decision might just have given Big Tech a new lease on life for buying up smaller firms. For years, tech giants have been cautious about acquiring competitors, fearing regulatory backlash. But a federal judge's ruling that Meta's past acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were legal
In the world of finance, things don't always go as planned. Banks on Wall Street are now turning to private credit to make a big deal happen. They're helping Novacap Investments Inc. buy Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. , a company that analyzes ads. The plan changed because banks couldn't find eno
Teens in Ireland have varied routines when it comes to brushing their teeth. Some are consistent, while others often miss it. This is particularly true for teens with autism and intellectual disabilities. But it's not just their condition causing this. Other factors are at play. For instance, some
Crypto tokens are a hot topic, but the law is still catching up. Many lawyers shy away from the tech side of things, which is a problem. To give solid legal advice, you need to understand the tech behind crypto. This piece tries to bridge that gap. It looks at how crypto-assets fit into property rig
Satellites are getting smarter and faster. They can now take super clear pictures of things on Earth, like the giant Ain Dubai Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel is the biggest in the world, standing at a whopping 820 feet tall. A company called BlackSky used its new Gen-3 technology to capture this im
Smart machines are becoming super smart in healthcare. They can help doctors find diseases, plan treatments, and manage health on a large scale. But there's a big problem. These machines might not always do what we want them to do. They could make mistakes, be unfair, or even cause harm if they are
In a surprising twist, an AI-generated song has claimed the top spot on Billboard’s “Country Digital Song Sales” chart. The song, “Walk My Walk, ” is by a band called Breaking Rust, which is entirely created by artificial intelligence. This isn't just a one-off event; AI is making waves across vario
Gen Z is changing the dating game with "vibe dating. " It's about feeling a strong connection right away. But does this instant chemistry really lead to a lasting relationship? Or is it just a way to avoid deeper connections? Vibe dating is like a quick test to see if two people get along. If the e
The clash between science and religion often sparks heated debates. One such debate revolves around the teaching of evolution in schools. A philosopher named Thomas Nagel has raised some interesting points. He argues that scientists are too quick to dismiss the idea of intelligent design. Nagel beli
iOS 26 has brought some cool updates to the Shortcuts app, making it even more useful. These updates are powered by Apple Intelligence, which adds new features like LLM-based actions. This means you can automate tasks that used to take a lot of time, like transcribing audio, tracking food, and even
