Spanish Firm Takes Over US Space Balloon Pioneer Once Seen as Tourism Gamechanger Space Perspective was once hailed as a pioneer of affordable space tourism. The company, founded by Taber MacCallum and Jane Poynter, aimed to offer tourists a unique experience of floating at the edge of space in a giant balloon, providing breathtaking views […]
Scientists plan to turn 950 billion discarded pandemic face masks into EV electronics
From Pandemic Waste to Electric Vehicles: How Scientists Are Revolutionizing Recycling Researchers in Australia and China have devised a way to transform mountains of pandemic-era polypropylene waste into cutting-edge electronic components for electric vehicles (EVs). With an estimated 950 billion discarded face masks worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for sustainable solutions to […]
Afghan data breach prompts secret UK relocation
Afghan Data Breach Prompts Secret UK Relocation In the world of cybersecurity, the repercussions of a data breach can be far-reaching and long-lasting. Recently, an alarming incident has come to light, shedding light on the vulnerability of sensitive information and the urgent need for enhanced protection measures. The Afghan data breach, which only became public […]
OEWG 2021-2025 adopts its Final Report
OEWG 2021-2025 Adopts its Final Report The Open-Ended Working Group on the security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025 (OEWG) has reached a significant milestone by concluding its work and adopting its Final Report A/AC.292/2025/CRP.1 on 11 July 2025. This Final Report serves as a comprehensive document that encapsulates the […]
Harnessing the power of space: Bridging innovation and the SDGs
Harnessing the power of space: Bridging innovation and the SDGs From legal loopholes to breakthrough technologies, the global space community is charting a bold new course to make outer space a powerful ally in solving Earth’s most urgent challenges. Space, once the domain of superpowers and a playground for science fiction, is now becoming a […]
Nuclear bomb impact models must be revisited to understand real disaster risk: Report
Nuclear Bomb Impact Models: Revisiting for a Real Understanding of Disaster Risk The world has seen the devastation caused by the two atomic bombs that were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. The immense destruction and loss of life that followed served as a stark reminder of the catastrophic power of nuclear weapons. Decades […]
European Space Agency joins forces with Blue Origin for future low-Earth orbit access
European Space Agency Joins Forces with Blue Origin for Future Low-Earth Orbit Access At present, the International Space Station (ISS) has been humanity’s orbiting laboratory. But its planned retirement in the coming years has sparked a race among space agencies and private companies to establish a new presence in low-Earth orbit. In a significant development, […]
Ryuk ransomware hacker extradited to US after arrest in Ukraine
Ryuk Ransomware Hacker Extradited to US: A Major Win in the Fight Against Cybercrime In a significant development in the ongoing battle against cybercrime, a 33-year-old hacker involved in the notorious Ryuk ransomware attacks has been extradited to the United States following his arrest in Ukraine. This extradition marks a crucial step in holding cybercriminals […]
Breaking down the OEWG’s legacy: Hits, misses, and unfinished business
Breaking down the OEWG’s legacy: Hits, misses, and unfinished business The Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on cybersecurity, operating from 2019 to 2025, was a pivotal player in shaping global dialogues and policies concerning digital security. However, the critical question lingers – did it truly deliver on its promises? As external experts provide their evaluations of […]
Meteosat-12 takes command: A new era in European weather monitoring begins
Meteosat-12 Takes Command: A New Era in European Weather Monitoring Begins European weather monitoring is about to reach unprecedented heights with the advent of Meteosat-12, a cutting-edge satellite technology that promises to revolutionize forecasting accuracy and enhance climate resilience across the continent. This innovative leap forward marks a significant milestone in the realm of meteorological […]