Scientists Sequence Genome of Vampire Squid

The genome of the vampire squid (Vampyroteuthis sp.) is one of the largest animal genomes, exceeding 10 billion base pairs. The post Scientists Sequence Genome of Vampire Squid appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News…Read MoreContinue Reading

The 12 best science fiction books of 2025

Space to read: the best science fiction novels of the year mikkelwilliam/Getty Images So: what were the best works of science fiction published this year? I will start with two new books that aren’t actually new, but have only just been published in English. First up is Ice by Jacek Dukaj, originally published to greatContinue Reading

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Bitcoin and companies tied to cryptocurrencies extended a nearly two-month swoon Monday, tracking with a broader market sell-off in technology companies that many see as overvalued. Bitcoin slid 5.6% after being down nearly 12% earlier in the day, settling in just above $85,000. The most-traded cryptocurrency is down about 33%Continue Reading

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Remember when you thought age verification laws couldn’t get any worse? Well, lawmakers in Wisconsin, Michigan, and beyond are about to blow you away. It’s unfortunately no longer enough to force websites to check your government-issued ID before you can access certain content, because politicians have now discovered that people are using Virtual Private NetworksContinue Reading

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WATTALPS, a French developer of high-performance immersion-cooled batteries, has announced it is incorporating CEJN ultraFLOW quick connect couplings into its advanced battery systems. This integration aims to improve assembly efficiency, support robust thermal management and enhance the durability of battery packs intended for heavy-duty applications, including electric vehicles EVs operatingContinue Reading

Sodium-ion battery cell cost could drop to $40/kWh, says IRENA

A report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) notes that while it is still uncertain whether sodium-ion batteries will become a disruptive alternative to lithium-ion technology, they could offer significant cost-saving opportunities in applications such as electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage…Continue Reading