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CCC Report Examines How AI and Citizen Science Can Advance Research Together Feb. 26, 2026 — In a new workshop report published by the Computing Community Consortium (CCC), Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen Science Research, experts across disciplines examine the ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) and citizen science can mutually enrich each other, fostering increased opportunity for advancement in numerous scientific fields. The report presents a roadmap for maximizing the potential of citizen science through the contributions of AI — and vice versa — while also demonstrating the broader applications of this union…

The new partnership aims to address these challenges by simplifying cross-border payments and enhancing interoperability. HUB2  has announced a strategic partnership with Ecobank  Transnational Incorporated to advance digital payments across Africa. While digital finance adoption is growing rapidly, the continent’s payment systems remain fragmented, requiring businesses—especially SMEs—to integrate with multiple platforms across markets. This often slows expansion and increases operational costs. The new partnership aims to address these challenges by simplifying cross-border payments and enhancing interoperability. Through this collaboration, Hub2’s network of over 200 million mobile wallets will be connected with Ecobank’s banking infrastructure across 32 African markets, creating a…

Board Signature Edition has a game for every age & skill HomeBoard GamesBoard Signature Edition Gadget Flow EditorsBoard Signature EditionHurry up! This item is 29% OFF!Board Signature Edition is a tabletop game console that mixes a big touch screen with physical pieces. It’s for quick, shared play with kids, adults, and mixed groups.24-inch touch display: The large anti-glare screen keeps the action clear, while the framed design looks at home on a table.Interactive piece play: You get 41 custom pieces with storage pouches, so games feel hands-on and easy to reset between rounds.13 included exclusive games: The Signature Game Bundle…

With a product launch event titled “Now is Your Run”, Huawei delivered a dedicated watch built from the ground up for runners. Watch GT Runner 2 arrives as the sequel to 2021’s Watch GT Runner and promises top-notch positioning as well as marathon-specific training and health insights. Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 Watch GT Runner 2 features a 1.32-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a 43.5mm casing. The display is rated at 3,000 nits peak local brightness and is protected by second-generation Kunlun Glass. Huawei is not skimping out on the materials, with the GT Runner 2 featuring…

The first time Alesandra Madison’s husband incorporated AI into their relationship was in late 2024.She’d forgotten to do her “nightly kneeling ritual,” and he asked ChatGPT how to properly discipline her. The large language model suggested “a two-in-one punishment,” she says—write 100 lines of “I will remember to kneel for my Dom every night” while kneeling the entire time.Though the couple started exploring kink in their marriage 15 years ago—they are in a dominant-submissive relationship—the AI-generated punishment was new territory for them.Since then, Madison, who is 44 and lives in Los Angeles, says she has come to think of AI…

Google has been busy cramming Nano Banana into just about everything. It’s already in the Google app’s search bar, Chrome’s side panel, Google TV, and a growing list of Workspace tools. The latest app on the list is one you probably weren’t expecting: Google Maps. According to an APK teardown by Android Authority, code strings found inside Google Maps v26.09.00 suggest that Nano Banana Google Maps integration is in the works. The feature appears to be tied to Street View, letting users “make an image of your favorite places in a fun, new style.” Based on what’s in the code,…

By leveraging Google’s trusted @google.com email domain and notification system, attackers are able to evade many traditional email security filters and take advantage of users’ familiarity with well-known platforms. Kaspersky  has uncovered a new phishing campaign that abuses legitimate Google Tasks notifications to steal corporate login credentials, underscoring a growing trend where cybercriminals exploit trusted cloud services to bypass security controls. By leveraging Google’s trusted @google.com email domain and notification system, attackers are able to evade many traditional email security filters and take advantage of users’ familiarity with well-known platforms. In this campaign, victims receive an authentic-looking Google Tasks notification…

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Smartphone | Key Features, Price & Alternatives Home5G GadgetsSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Smartphone Gadget Flow EditorsSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra SmartphoneSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra refines the S-series with a slimmer build, a privacy-first screen, and Galaxy AI features that reduce taps across daily tasks.Sleeker, lighter design: A thinner profile and 214 g weight make it easier to carry, while the rounded shape helps it sit securely in your hand.Privacy Display: Side-angle viewing is limited without a separate screen protector, so you can read and reply more comfortably in crowded places.Now Nudge assistance: Galaxy AI surfaces relevant info…

TCL CSOT has a tradition of bringing cool new display technologies to the MWC and the 2026 edition is no different. This year, the company is debuting its Super Pixel Technology and showing off advances in Inkjet-printed OLED displays. The core innovation of Super Pixel displays is how they differ from the most popular type of OLED displays available today that rely on sub-pixel rendering (SPR). TCL adds just 1.8% more sub-pixels than a typical SPR display would have but achieves higher sharpness and draws a clearer image. SPR displays need to use sub-pixels from neighboring pixels to achieve the…

It sounded amazing—this sort of technology could transform the EV industry. But many quickly wondered if it was all too good to be true. Now, Donut Lab is releasing a series of videos that it says will prove its technology has the secret sauce. Let’s dig into why this company is making news, why many experts are skeptical, and what it all means for the battery industry right now. Solid-state batteries could deliver the next generation of EVs. In place of a liquid electrolyte (the material that ions move through inside a battery), the cells use a solid material, so…