Technology

The Trump White House removed an official transcript database from its website, replacing it with selective YouTube videos. This move limits public access to a comprehensive record of President Trump's remarks and appearances, drawing criticism for reducing transparency. Some transcripts have been excluded, including controversial comments. While stenographers continue to transcribe Trump's remarks, these records are no longer publicly available. Other records, such as press briefing transcripts, have also been omitted.

Advanced contact lenses, created without a power source, can transform long wavelengths into visible light. They operate similarly to night-vision goggles but in a compact form, enabling wearers to see both ordinary and modified infrared signals. These lenses, developed by Professor Tian Xue, use nanoparticles to convert infrared light to visible light. When tested on mice, the improved vision was indicated by their behavior. The technology could potentially offer enhanced vision capabilities to humans in the future.

President Trump's Take It Down Act is praised for combating fraudulent ads on Meta platforms. An alarming report revealed Meta allowed thousands of scam ads to run on Facebook and Instagram, generating complaints from major banks like JPMorgan Chase. The rise in scams is attributed to cryptocurrency schemes, AI-generated content, and criminal groups from Southeast Asia. Meta's efforts to combat fraud include new technologies and partnerships, but concerns about their effectiveness persist.

Former Apple designer Jony Ive has joined OpenAI in a $6.5 billion deal. He will work on launching devices with generative AI capabilities, using his startup io to lead design efforts at the company. CEO Sam Altman mentioned they aim to create AI devices allowing users to produce various creations. Ive, known for his work at Apple, left in 2019 to start his design firm, LoveFrom. The collaboration seeks to shape the future of AI and computing devices.

President Trump's push for his economic agenda faces resistance from the bond market, indicating skepticism about his tax bill increasing the US debt. Despite House approval, concerns over financial stability persist, leading to Treasury selloffs. High bond yields and borrowing costs highlight risks, with Steve Bannon warning of losing control to market forces. The bill's success is crucial for Trump's economic plans, but risks of market rebellion loom over its Senate passage, posing a significant challenge.

Deep Robotics from China has introduced Lynx M20, a rugged robot dog designed for industrial missions and extreme environments inaccessible to humans. It combines wheels and legs for versatile terrain traversal, reaching speeds up to 11 mph. It can walk, climb obstacles, and navigate with a lidar system and wide-angle camera. Equipped with advanced artificial intelligence, it adapts to various terrains using motion-control algorithms. The robot excels in logistics, disaster response, industrial inspections, and scientific research.

Researchers claim to have identified six living descendants of Leonardo da Vinci through genetic analysis, detailed in the book "Genìa Da Vinci" by Alessandro Vezzosi and Agnese Sabato. They reconstructed da Vinci's family tree spanning 21 generations and tested DNA of male-line descendants, confirming an unbroken genetic lineage for 15 generations. The book's findings are yet to be peer-reviewed, and Leonardo da Vinci's own DNA remains unconfirmed.

In 2023, Florida became the first state to regulate cellphone use in schools, with 25 states now having laws in place and more likely to follow. Concerns over negative impacts on children's well-being and academic performance have spurred bipartisan support for such laws. Advocates argue that cellphone restrictions not only benefit academics but also aid in social development. Lawmakers are fast-tracking bills across various states, with 16 acting this year, and more awaiting approval in multiple states.

Nike is rejoining Amazon after 5 years, aiming to revive revenue under a new CEO. Sales drop led to strategic shifts, including price hikes on some products starting June 1. Nike eyes growth by enhancing shopping experiences, partnering with new retailers like Printemps, and targeting Gen Z shoppers. Despite sales decline, certain items will remain price-stable. Competing with On, New Balance, and Adidas, Nike seeks to innovate and cater to evolving consumer preferences. Global sales plunged by 9% last fiscal quarter, with a 17% drop in China.

The article exposes the truth behind a hairless bear often sensationalized online as a new species from Chernobyl. It actually is a spectacled bear, suffering from hair loss in captivity, experienced notably by Dolores at Leipzig Zoo. Animal welfare experts suggest captivity's adverse effects, including unsuitable climates and diets, as potential causes. Despite investigations, the exact reason for the hair loss remains unknown, and Dolores unfortunately passed away in 2011.