AI's future direction must be set by public, not tech companies

An explainer examines how the largest cryptocurrency heist in history was carried out, focusing on the attack methods and security failures involved. The incident matters because it underscores the risks facing crypto platforms and could intensify scrutiny and regulation of the industry.

Fans are mourning the death of actor Sir Patrick Stewart, describing it as a big loss. The reaction highlights his wide cultural impact and the affection audiences held for him. Tributes from fans underscore his prominence as a performer.

New Scientist examines whether this year’s COP31 UN climate summit could be the least consequential yet. The analysis weighs low expectations and weakened momentum against the need for progress on global climate action.

Measles resurged in several countries as pandemic attention and resources shifted to the coronavirus, disrupting routine childhood vaccination. The gaps left millions of children unprotected and reversed years of progress toward elimination. Health experts warn the lapse could fuel larger outbreaks as global travel resumes.

Researchers have documented how “race science” was debunked, presenting it as a case of science correcting itself. The work matters because it counters pseudoscientific claims about race and highlights how rigorous scrutiny can overturn harmful false ideas.