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Prenetics Global Limited said it has ended its bitcoin purchasing program and will redirect its capital and strategic focus entirely toward IM8, its fast-growing consumer health and longevity brand co-founded with David Beckham. The Nasdaq-listed health sciences company said it ceased daily bitcoin purchases on Dec. 4, following approval from its board of directors, and will not pursue future acquisitions of the cryptocurrency.  Prenetics will retain its existing holdings of 510 bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset but has committed not to allocate any new or existing capital toward expanding that position. The move marks a clear shift away from…

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Despite extensive research and many companies increasing their budgets, cybersecurity breaches are still on the rise.In fact, there have been more than 8,000 global data breaches in the first half of 2025, with approximately 345 million records exposed. Experian’s 13th annual “data breach industry forecast” examines the latest trends and makes some surprising predictions.FHO Cybersecurity breach segment 12.7.25Experts say cybercriminals are leveraging emerging technologies to create more convincing identities, evade detection, and exploit new digital frontiers.We had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Bruemmer, Vice President of Experian Global Data Breach Resolution and Consumer Protection, who focuses…

A recent essay by Daniel Kolitz from Harper’s gives us a bleak picture of an emergent type of tech addict: the “gooner,” a person, typically a young man, who essentially builds a life around the consumption of  pornography and other forms of mindless entertainment and stimulation. Addicts will often have multiple screens up in their rooms displaying explicit videos in an attempt to enter a “trance-like state” that lasts for hours, even days. (If you decide to read the article, note that it talks in detail about porn addiction.) Kolitz writes, No one, besides maybe Neil Postman, could have predicted…

Explore the benefits of outsourcing cyber security services for your business. Understanding the Importance of Cyber Security In today’s digital age, businesses face a myriad of cyber threats that can compromise sensitive information, disrupt operations and damage reputation. Thus, cyber security is essential to protect against these threats and safeguard your business’s assets. By understanding the importance of cyber security, businesses can proactively implement measures to prevent attacks, detect vulnerabilities, and respond effectively to incidents. Benefits of Outsourcing Cyber Security Services Outsourcing cyber security services offers several benefits to businesses, including access to specialized expertise, cost-effectiveness, 24/7 monitoring, and enhanced…

Is that too extreme a statement? Consider the recent approval given at top levels for citation justice (citing sources on the basis of equity, not usefulness) and suppressing uncomfortable research findings (presumably to advance various causes). Just recently, a demand has arisen for accuracy in data to take a back seat to what makes people feel more comfortable. Then there are the paper mills, the impersonation scandals, the refusal to publish politically sensitive corrections, and the big time fraud. And yet science bureaucrats, moan that trust in science has cratered over the years. Some commentators ascribe the loss of trust…

Riot Platforms opened a new $500 million at-the-market equity offering this week as the bitcoin miner reported lower November production and continued to sell a large portion of its monthly output to fund operations and expansion. In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday, Riot said it entered into a definitive sales agreement allowing it to issue and sell up to $500 million of common stock at prevailing market prices through the Nasdaq Capital Market.  The facility replaces a prior at-the-market program established in August 2024, which Riot terminated effective Tuesday. Under the new agreement, Riot retains…

ASUS is preparing to raise prices on select PC products beginning January 5, 2026, just days before CES 2026 kicks off in Las Vegas. In a private notice circulated to partners, the Taiwanese tech giant cited rising costs of DRAM, NAND flash, and other key components as the primary reason behind the move. This makes ASUS one of the first major PC manufacturers to publicly confirm price adjustments tied to the ongoing global memory shortage, a trend that has steadily pushed component costs higher throughout 2025. Interestingly, ASUS hasn’t mentioned the exact models affected. However, it’s safe to assume that…

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Australia has taken a bold step in the battle against the negative impacts of social media on young people by banning its use for anyone under 16. This move, applauded by many parents in the U.S., has led to the shutdown of over a million accounts on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and Reddit. Cybersecurity expert and privacy attorney Leeza Garber explained that Australia is using various age verification methods, such as government ID checks and live video selfies, to enforce the ban.Cybersecurity expert and privacy attorney Leeza Garber explained that Australia is using various age…

Discover why a clear separation of duties between the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is vital for effective cybersecurity and organizational success. Understanding the Roles of CIO and CISO The Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) are two key roles within an organization that play crucial roles in ensuring the security and success of the organization. While both roles deal with information technology and security, they have distinct responsibilities and areas of focus. The CIO is responsible for the overall management of the organization’s IT systems and infrastructure. They are responsible…

This article is republished from Science and Culture Today. Consider Alpha School. Founded in 2014 and refashioned under tech entrepreneur Joe Liemandt, Alpha School represents a radical experiment in K–12 education — an AI-driven, mastery-based model that compresses core academics into just two hours a day. Backed by $1 billion of Liemandt’s own funding, Alpha’s TimeBack system uses adaptive AI tutoring, personalized pacing, and focused time management to accelerate learning.  Here’s Part 1.Alpha School students are said to advance an average of 2.6× faster than peers on nationally normed MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) tests and frequently score in the 99th percentile.…