Theo Klein

Professors at University of Illinois call out AI-generated student apologies

In a University of Illinois introductory data science course, professors discovered widespread cheating on attendance checks and received AI-generated apologies from students. The incident, involving over 1,000 students, highlights tensions in higher education amid AI use. Instructors addressed the class on October 17, treating it as a life lesson without disciplinary action.

Dinosaur skeleton settles debate over tiny T. rex fossils

A complete dinosaur skeleton has provided strong evidence that fossils long debated as juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex belong to a separate species called Nanotyrannus. Researchers analyzed a specimen from the 'Duelling Dinosaurs' site, confirming it as a fully grown individual distinct from T. rex. The findings challenge decades of palaeontological arguments.

Pocket-sized SSD delivers fast transfers and fingerprint security

A new pocket-sized SSD promises rapid data transfers of up to 450MB/s read speeds, fitting easily into a top pocket despite its limited storage capacity. The device includes fingerprint security for added protection. TechRadar highlighted these features in a recent review.

Scientists make germanium superconducting for the first time

30. oktober 2025 Theo Klein

Researchers have achieved superconductivity in germanium, a common semiconductor, by precisely doping it with gallium atoms. This breakthrough, detailed in a new study, could enable more efficient quantum devices and cryogenic electronics. The material conducts electricity with zero resistance at 3.5 Kelvin.

Disney+ adds HDR10+ support to over 1,000 Hulu titles

Disney+ has begun streaming select content in the HDR10+ format, starting with over 1,000 titles from its Hulu integration. This move caters to Samsung TV users, as the service previously supported only HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Additional Disney+ content will gain HDR10+ support in the future.

Canva unveils free unified Affinity app with paid AI tools

30. oktober 2025 Theo Klein

Canva has launched a new version of its Affinity creative software, combining Photo, Designer, and Publisher into a single free app called Affinity by Canva. Core features are available at no cost, while generative AI tools require a $120 annual subscription. This update follows Canva's acquisition of Affinity early last year.

Scientists create laptop tool to simulate universe structure

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed Effort.jl, a new tool that allows scientists to simulate the universe's large-scale structure using just a laptop. This innovation reduces computation time from days on supercomputers to hours, enabling faster analysis of vast cosmic datasets. The tool emulates complex models like the Effective Field Theory of Large-Scale Structure (EFTofLSS).