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Arstechnica
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Skepticism greets claims of a possible biosignature on a distant world
- News broke claiming the discovery of a biosignature on a distant exoplanet.
- Researchers are skeptical of the claim, as alternative chemistries could explain the observed chemistry.
- Earlier papers give reasons to be skeptical and raise doubts about the new results.
- Confirming a biosignature is challenging, and data analysis is necessary to understand the controversy.
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Coinpedia
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XRP Beats Ethereum for 6 Months Straight – Will XRP Become Next Largest Altcoin?
- Ripple's XRP has outperformed Ethereum for the past six months, surprising many in the crypto space.
- Ripple's legal win against the SEC and clearer crypto rules have boosted XRP's price and investor confidence.
- Standard Chartered experts predict that XRP could overtake Ethereum by 2028 due to its real-world use in global payments.
- XRP's price growth, possible XRP ETF approval, and better regulations are contributing to XRP's success in the market.
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Mensjournal
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Massive Brawl Erupts on Golf Course for Pettiest Reason
- A massive brawl erupted on a golf course in Kelowna, British Columbia, sparked by an argument between two groups of golfers.
- The altercation started after one group hit into the slower group ahead of them at Two Eagles Golf Course.
- Verbal insults escalated into shoving, and punches were thrown, resulting in one man suffering a broken jaw.
- The incident was captured on grainy footage, with police now conducting an investigation.
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The Verge
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Donald Trump’s crusade against offshore wind just got more serious
- The Trump administration ordered a major wind project in New York to stop construction, dealing a blow to the US offshore wind industry.
- President Donald Trump has been critical of offshore wind projects, falsely linking them to environmental issues and opposing their development.
- Construction on the Empire Wind project was halted pending further review, despite having federal approvals since 2017.
- Equinor, the company leading the project, suspended construction to comply with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's notice.
- The Empire Wind project was expected to produce carbon pollution-free electricity for 500,000 homes and create jobs.
- US offshore wind development lags behind Europe and China, despite having significant potential for renewable energy production.
- Financial challenges, opposition from industries like fishing, and concerns about environmental impacts have hindered offshore wind deployment in the US.
- Joe Biden aimed to increase US offshore wind capacity significantly by 2030 to combat climate change and transition to renewable energy sources.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to resist the Trump administration's efforts to halt the Empire Wind project.
- Critics argue that Trump's stance on offshore wind favors fossil fuel interests over renewable energy and the environment.
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Tech Radar
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I fed NotebookLM a 218-page research paper on string theory and the podcast results were mind-blowing
- An individual used NotebookLM to create a podcast on string theory, an intricate topic they do not entirely understand.
- NotebookLM is an AI tool that assists in converting sources into summaries, podcasts, and visuals like mind maps.
- Despite initial skepticism, the AI-generated podcast on string theory was informative and articulate.
- The podcast hosts explained string theory basics such as vibrations of tiny strings being the origin of all matter.
- The AI hosts used analogies and summaries to simplify complex concepts, making it more accessible.
- The podcast delved into advanced topics in string theory, challenging the listener's understanding.
- The mind maps generated by NotebookLM complemented the podcast by visually representing complex string theory concepts.
- An expert physicist, Dr. Michael Lubell, provided feedback on the podcast, noting the topic's complexity and requiring expertise to grasp fully.
- Despite the AI podcast's depth, it was perceived as an informative and well-presented piece on string theory.
- The use of AI in creating podcasts on complex subjects like string theory showcases the potential for AI-driven content creation.
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VentureBeat
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Jack in the Box springs into Fortnite
- Jack in the Box has partnered with Epic Games' Fortnite to bring its mascot Jack Box and a unique gaming experience to the popular game.
- The collaboration features an exclusive minigame experience called 'Jack's CEO Minigames' where players compete to become the CEO of Jack in the Box.
- Up to 12 players can participate in the game, which includes iconic Jack in the Box menu items and offers a battle royale format.
- To celebrate the launch, players have a chance to win free Jack in the Box for a year by achieving the CEO title in the minigames.
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Massivelyop
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Dungeons and Dragons Online drops another new quest, Toil and Trouble, in Update 73.1
- Dungeons and Dragons Online has released Update 73.1: Tavern Tales.
- The new quest pack includes Toil and Trouble along with two other time-gated quests.
- Free players have to buy the new quests, while subscribers have access to them.
- The update also includes adjustments to mob tracking of stealthiness.
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Siliconera
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Here’s the Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Lunagaron Armor Concept Art
- Capcom shared Lunagaron armor concept art for Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak.
- The concept art resembles the final armor sets in the game.
- The Lunagaron armor includes blue full-body suits with white accents.
- Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak is available on multiple platforms.
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TronWeekly
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Web3 ai Could Be the Strategic Advantage, While AAVE Launches Buybacks & Mantle Targets $5
- DeFi projects Aave and Mantle are making headlines with their recent developments and strong fundamentals.
- Aave has launched a $1 million weekly buyback initiative to enhance its token economy and boost long-term sustainability.
- Mantle (MNT) has shown bullish signs with an ascending triangle formation on its price chart, potentially leading to a breakout towards $5.
- Web3 ai is an AI-driven platform focused on optimizing DeFi by providing real-time alerts, validator tracking, and liquidation risk insights.
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Hackernoon
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Cables Sets a New Standard for Onchain Community:Focusing On Utility,Ownership, And Global Liquidity
- Cables is changing the Web3 paradigm by focusing on genuine contribution and sustainable participation, launching a Points Program to reward early contributors.
- The platform emphasizes genuine engagement, building liquidity, and utility in the onchain economy, unlike projects focusing on superficial metrics.
- Cables plans to offer a unified decentralized exchange combining liquid staking with perpetual futures trading for global trading and earning yield.
- Their ambition is to enable users to stake global assets, earn passive yields, and engage in trading within a single platform, simplifying the process.
- Cables aims to cater to global markets beyond USD-centric DeFi operations, serving users in Asia and Europe with multiple currencies and assets.
- Focusing on participation over speculation, Cables rewards contributors through its Points Program, encouraging long-term commitment and growth.
- The Liquidity Flywheel design of Cables strengthens with increased user engagement, leading to more efficient operations and better trading performance.
- The early success of Cables' initiatives, with thousands of users signing up for the points program, demonstrates strong interest in the platform.
- Cables is creating a platform that offers decentralized access to global assets, aiming to build a diverse and inclusive financial ecosystem for users worldwide.
- Setting a new standard for onchain communities, Cables emphasizes early contribution, meaningful engagement, and shaping a collective future together.
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Pymnts
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Key Dates in Google’s AdTech Monopoly Case From Filing to Federal Ruling
- A federal judge’s ruling finds Google guilty of unlawfully monopolizing the ad-tech market.
- The ruling follows a two-year legal battle initiated by the U.S. Department of Justice and multiple states.
- Key dates include the filing of the lawsuit in January 2023, trial in September 2024, and the judge's ruling in April 2025.
- Judge Brinkema determines that Google illegally acquired and maintained monopoly power in publisher ad server and ad exchange markets.
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Polygon
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The team behind FTL and Into the Breach is making a Playdate game
- Subset Games, the team behind FTL: Faster than Light and Into the Breach, is developing a new game called Fulcrum Defender for the Playdate portable console.
- Fulcrum Defender is a defense game where players use the crank to protect themselves from incoming attacks.
- Playdate Season 2 is set to begin on May 29, with two games releasing every week over the course of six weeks, priced at $39.
- Panic, the developer of Playdate, has also shared that it has sold over 289,000 games through its Playdate Catalog store.
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Droid-Life
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Watch: Google Hosts TED Talk and Demos Android XR Glasses
- Google showcased its Gemini-powered Android XR (extended reality) glasses at a recent TED Talk.
- The glasses have a built-in screen, microphones, and speakers, enabling interaction with the Gemini AI.
- Gemini can bring up contextual information based on past experiences and can speak in multiple languages.
- The technology is likely to be heavily featured at this year's Google I/O conference.
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Hackernoon
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How Edge & Node’s Rodrigo Coelho Is Reimagining the Web with The Graph
- Rodrigo Coelho, CEO of Edge & Node, discusses his journey from co-founding startups to leading The Graph in a HackerNoon interview.
- Transitioning into the Web3 space, Coelho got inspired by Bitcoin and meeting Yaniv Tal who worked on The Graph in 2017.
- His prior entrepreneurial experiences aided him in the CEO role, bringing urgency, engineering culture, and a shipping mindset.
- Edge & Node under Coelho's leadership aims to enhance The Graph's capabilities and support mainstream sectors like finance and real-world assets.
- Maintaining interoperability with nearly 100 blockchains is a challenge, but Edge & Node focuses on quality over quantity.
- Programs like House of Web3 and various events empower developers in The Graph ecosystem.
- Edge & Node stays innovative by defining trends, with The Graph becoming synonymous with data flow in a structured, open way.
- Balancing compliance and decentralization is key for Edge & Node, achieved through transparency and community-led governance.
- Fostering collaboration in a remote-first setup involves intentional communication, virtual gatherings, and celebrating wins.
- Coelho's role as Chief Spirit Officer influenced his leadership style by nurturing creativity, purpose, and empathy.
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Insider
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TGI Fridays' CEO shares 4 ways he's prepping the company for a comeback after its bankruptcy filing
- TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette is focusing on revitalizing the brand after its bankruptcy filing by improving sales and menu innovation, and refocusing on the brand's strengths.
- Blanchette highlighted Gen Z and millennials with young families as key focus groups for TGI Fridays.
- Ray Blanchette returned as CEO in January to lead TGI Fridays following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in November.
- He aims to leave the bankruptcy filing behind and concentrate on menu revamp scheduled for May 13.
- Blanchette's top priority is driving top-line sales, inspired by growth in the casual dining industry and Chains like Chili's.
- TGI Fridays is shifting focus to 'celebration' aspect of the brand to engage employees and customers more positively.
- Menu innovation is a key strategy, with a revamped menu focused on resonating with younger generations like Gen Z and millennials.
- Blanchette aims to tap into the high food IQ of Gen Z and millennials' evolving tastes, offering new flavors and experiences at TGI Fridays.
- He emphasizes the importance of creating a pull for new menu ideas and embracing international influences in food innovation.
- TGI Fridays is looking to grow and celebrate its global presence with a focus on fun, engaging experiences for customers around the world.
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