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The 98% mystery: Scientists just cracked the code on “junk DNA” linked to Alzheimer’s
Researchers have revealed that so-called “junk DNA” contains powerful switches that help control brain cells linked to Alzheimer’s disease. By experimentally testing nearly 1,000 DNA switches in human astrocytes, scientists identified around 150 that truly influence gene activity—many tied to known Alzheimer’s risk genes. The findings help explain why many disease-linked genetic changes sit outside genes themselves. The resulting dataset is now being used to train AI systems to predict gene control more accurately.
Trump Media Announces $6 Billion Merger With Fusion Power Developer TAE
Trump Media announces a $6 billion merger with fusion startup TAE Technologies, signaling a pivot from social media to clean energy and AI infrastructure. The post Trump Media Announces $6 Billion Merger With Fusion Power Developer TAE appeared first on TechRepublic.
OWASP Drops First AI Agent Risk List
These aren't simple chatbots anymore—these AI agents access data and tools and carry out tasks, making them infinitely more capable and dangerous. The post OWASP Drops First AI Agent Risk List appeared first on TechRepublic.
Nvidia and Google Back $6.6B AI Startup Lovable
Vibe coding firm has closed a $330 million Series B funding round, catapulting the Swedish company to a $6.6 billion valuation. The post Nvidia and Google Back $6.6B AI Startup Lovable appeared first on TechRepublic.
Guided learning lets “untrainable” neural networks realize their potential
CSAIL researchers find even “untrainable” neural nets can learn effectively when guided by another network’s built-in biases using their guidance method.
Last-Minute Amazon Prime Deals for Holiday Shopping
Five standout last-minute Amazon Prime deals for holiday shopping: Echo Show 8, Kindle Paperwhite, Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Belkin charger, and smart home essentials. The post Last-Minute Amazon Prime Deals for Holiday Shopping appeared first on TechRepublic.
Inside China’s ‘Manhattan Project’: China Moves Closer to Chip Self-Reliance With Secret EUV Prototype
China is testing a secret EUV lithography prototype, a step toward chip self-reliance amid tightening export controls and surging AI demand. The post Inside China’s ‘Manhattan Project’: China Moves Closer to Chip Self-Reliance With Secret EUV Prototype appeared first on TechRepublic.
What Microsoft’s 2026 Product Plans Reveal About Its AI Push
The tech firm reveals a focus on AI agents, Copilot expansion, Microsoft 365 updates, and global infrastructure investment. The post What Microsoft’s 2026 Product Plans Reveal About Its AI Push appeared first on TechRepublic.
A new way to increase the capabilities of large language models
MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab researchers developed an expressive architecture that provides better state tracking and sequential reasoning in LLMs over long texts.
A “scientific sandbox” lets researchers explore the evolution of vision systems
The AI-powered tool could inform the design of better sensors and cameras for robots or autonomous vehicles.
Power Is the New Gold Rush for AI Data Centers
Proximity to available power is now as crucial as closeness to a major metropolitan area in the siting of a new AI data center. The post Power Is the New Gold Rush for AI Data Centers appeared first on TechRepublic.
Elizabeth Warren, Other Senators Probe Whether AI Data Centers Are Driving Up US Electricity Costs
70% of US households have seen their electricity costs rise over the past year, with many blaming the energy demands of AI. The post Elizabeth Warren, Other Senators Probe Whether AI Data Centers Are Driving Up US Electricity Costs appeared first on TechRepublic.
London Fuels UK’s Fintech Hiring Surge
New data from Morgan McKinley shows the capital is forecast to see a 37% year-on-year rise in vacancies for 2026. The post London Fuels UK’s Fintech Hiring Surge appeared first on TechRepublic.
UK Launches Women in Tech Taskforce to Tackle Gender Gap
Despite years of initiatives, progress has been slow, and women remain significantly underrepresented across the tech pipeline. The post UK Launches Women in Tech Taskforce to Tackle Gender Gap appeared first on TechRepublic.
Massive iOS 26 Leak Exposes Apple’s Hardware Plans Through 2027
A leaked internal iOS 26 build reveals codenames pointing to future iPhones, Macs, and Siri updates, offering hints of Apple’s roadmap through 2027. The post Massive iOS 26 Leak Exposes Apple’s Hardware Plans Through 2027 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Trump’s New Tech Force to Consist of ‘Elite Corps of Engineers’
President Trump launches the US Tech Force to accelerate AI adoption across government, partnering with top tech companies and federal agencies. The post Trump’s New Tech Force to Consist of ‘Elite Corps of Engineers’ appeared first on TechRepublic.
US Puts £31B Tech Deal With UK on Hold
This raises fresh questions about the state of the so-called special relationship. The post US Puts £31B Tech Deal With UK on Hold appeared first on TechRepublic.
AI learns to decode the diseases written in your DNA
A newly developed AI can predict which diseases specific genetic mutations are likely to cause, not just whether they are harmful. The breakthrough could speed up diagnoses and open new paths for personalized treatment.
“Robot, make me a chair”
An AI-driven system lets users design and build simple, multicomponent objects by describing them with words.
3 Questions: Using computation to study the world’s best single-celled chemists
Assistant Professor Yunha Hwang utilizes microbial genomes to examine the language of biology. Her appointment reflects MIT’s commitment to exploring the intersection of genetics research and AI.
