Scientists explore the evolution of digital spam
From a confidence trick originating in the late 19th century, to sophisticated AI that can manipulate reality, recreating anyone's face or voice with almost...
Social medias and the ‘like’ can make you depressed, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people who use social networks passively and tend to compare themselves with others are in danger of...
How you spend money may show your personality
In a new study, researchers found that how you spend your money can signal aspects of your personality.
The research was done by a team...
New AI could solve Rubik’s Cube faster than any human
The fastest people need about 50 moves to solve a Rubik’s Cube.
New AI takes about 20 moves, most of the time solving it...
Ride-hailing services may be driving up traffic deaths
A Chicago Booth study finds motor vehicle fatalities and fatal accidents increased about 3 percent with arrival of ride-hailing services.
While the era of app-based...
The science behind the “Stranger Things” Demogorgon
In the Netflix series “Stranger Things,” the Demogorgon – a humanlike predatory creature whose face opens like a flower to reveal rows of menacing...
Scientists use facial quirks to unmask ‘deepfakes’
After watching hours of video footage of former President Barack Obama delivers his weekly address, Shruti Agarwal began to notice a few quirks about...
Facebook posts may predict diabetes, mental health effectively
In a new study, researchers found that Facebook posts may help identify conditions such as diabetes, anxiety, depression, and psychosis in patients.
They found the...
Funny women may satisfy men more in a romantic relationship
In a new study, researchers found that a woman who can make her partner laugh is more desirable in a long relationship.
The finding shows...
These types of dogs may bite children most
In a new study, researchers have found dog breeds and physical traits that pose the highest risk of biting with severe injury.
They want parents...