Enzyme-embedded polyesters degrade faster in deep sea environments
Researchers have developed enzyme-embedded polyesters that significantly accelerate the breakdown of compostable plastics in coastal waters and at depths reaching 5,503 meters.
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Researchers develop open-source personal health agent using consumer data
A team of researchers has created a new open-source framework for a personal health agent that processes data from wearables and medical records.
Scientists find new eyeless freshwater snail in Chinese cave
Researchers discovered a rare, eyeless freshwater snail species deep inside a high-altitude cave in China on October 20, 2026.
Study links ten healthy diets to slower biological aging in humans
Scientists at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases report on October 20, 2026, that ten distinct dietary patterns are associated with slower biological aging.
Mach9 secures $34 million Series A for AI CAD software
Mach9 announced a $34 million Series A funding round on Wednesday to support its pivot to artificial intelligence computer-aided design software.
Cybercriminals abuse AI antidetect browsers to evade fraud detection systems
Security experts report that cybercriminals are using AI-integrated antidetect browsers to disguise devices and scale fraud operations globally.
UK regulators propose rules to lower Apple Pay fees and allow rivals
The UK Competition and Markets Authority is proposing new regulations that could reduce Apple's transaction fees and open contactless payment options to other companies.
Apple offers limited iPhone Duo units in stores for Friday launch
Apple announced Wednesday that its new folding iPhone Duo will have limited walk-in availability at retail stores when it launches on Friday.
Supreme Court blocks Trump administration from stopping transgender inmate hormone treatments
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the Trump administration must continue providing gender-affirming care to inmates in federal prisons.
Putin agrees to resume peace talks with Ukraine after freeing US citizen
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to restart US-mediated peace talks with Ukraine in November following a meeting with Trump envoy Steve Witkoff and the release of Stephen Hubbard.