Top 50 Open Source Conferences in 2026
• OSI tracks 50+ global conferences spanning AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and policy. • Events unite maintainers, developers, policymakers, researchers, and legal experts worldwide. •
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Satellites encased in wood are in the works
• Wood-based satellite casings reduce launch mass, cutting fuel requirements and launch costs. • Timber offers superior thermal insulation compared to traditional alloys, enhancing
To disperse their spores, truffles rely on animals eating other animals
• Truffles rely on carnivores eating other animals to disperse spores. • This unique ecological strategy links fungal reproduction to predator‑prey dynamics. • The practice raises
A new study highlights the brain's role in immune health
• New research links brain activity to immune system performance, showing mental states influence infection resistance. • Study demonstrates stress hormones alter immune cell signa
UK Government Facial Recognition Consultation
• UK government launches public consultation on facial recognition technology use by police and public services. • Consultation seeks views on ethical guidelines, data protection,
Treatment of a teenager with an ultra-rare condition is a medical milestone
• First FDA‑approved therapy for a rare pediatric disease, offering hope to thousands of families. • The drug, developed by a biotech startup, uses gene editing to correct a single
The most useful indicator of your overall health
• ‘Heart-rate variability’ has been decades in the making
Same-sex sexual behaviour in primates is a survival strategy
• It promotes harmony among those living in harsh environments, says new study
2025 was the third hottest year on record
• It should have been a relatively cool year; it was anything but
CAISI Issues Request for Information About Securing AI Agent Systems
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Open Policy Alliance Welcomes the Open Source Technology Improvement Fund as New Member
• News Katie Steen-James Open Policy Alliance Welcomes the Open Source Technology Improvement Fund as New Member The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is pleased to welcome theOpen Sour
NIST Launches Centers for AI in Manufacturing and Critical Infrastructure
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NIST Physicists Bring Unruly Molecules to the Quantum Party
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Securing Smart Speakers for Home Health Care: NIST Offers New Guidelines
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Draft NIST Guidelines Rethink Cybersecurity for the AI Era
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Department of Commerce Announces Transition of Baldrige Performance Excellence Program
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What Time Is It on Mars? NIST Physicists Have the Answer.
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Building a Sustainable Metals Infrastructure: NIST Report Highlights Key Strategies
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CAISI Evaluation of DeepSeek AI Models Finds Shortcomings and Risks
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NIST Engineers Design 5 New Ways to Connect Concrete Pieces for More Resilient Buildings
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NIST Issues Broad Agency Announcement for Proposals to Advance Microelectronics Technologies
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NIST Awards More Than $3 Million to Support Cybersecurity Workforce Development Across 13 States
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In Quantum Sensing, What Beats Beating Noise? Meeting Noise Halfway.
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Champlain Towers South Investigation Nears Completion of Technical Work
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NIST's 'Living Reference Material' Could Accelerate R&D of Lifesaving Biological Drugs
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Some Air Cleaners Release Harmful By-Products. Now We Have a Way to Measure Them.
• Many types of air cleaners can generate small amounts of air pollution. • Until now, there was no standard way to measure these negative by-products.
NIST Revises Security and Privacy Control Catalog to Improve Software Update and Patch Releases
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New Technique for Measuring DNA Damage Could Improve Cancer Therapy and Radiological Emergency Response
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What to Know About China's DeepSeek AI
• DeepSeek claims to train top-tier AI models at a fraction of the cost, bypassing expensive GPUs. • The company emphasizes cost‑efficiency by using commodity hardware rather than
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
• DeepSeek launches AI-driven search platform, targeting enterprise data retrieval globally. • SoFi expands fintech services, integrating crypto and wealth management tools. • Mark
Silicon Valley Is Raving About a Made-in-China AI Model
• DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model, gains acclaim in Silicon Valley for its performance. • Experts praise its impressive results despite using less advanced hardware. • The model chall
Reid Hoffman Raises $24.6 Million for AI Cancer-Research Startup
• Reid Hoffman secures $24.6M to launch Manas AI, an AI-driven cancer research venture. • Co-founded with Siddhartha Mukherjee, author of ‘The Emperor of All Maladies.’ • Manas AI
U.S. Treasury Yields Fall But Direction for Long-End Yields Still Seen Upward
• 10‑year Treasury yield dipped, reflecting short‑term market softness in the current cycle. • ING forecasts long‑end yields to stay higher, signaling persistent upward pressure. •
Can an App Replace a Personal Trainer? I Tested Nearly a Dozen to Find Out
• Apps offer flexible scheduling, letting users work out anytime, anywhere, boosting consistency. • Many apps provide varied routines, keeping workouts fresh and preventing boredom
Bill Gates on His Meeting With Trump, Musk's DOGE, His Childhood
• Gates met with Trump to discuss tech policy, climate action, and bipartisan cooperation. • He expressed skepticism about Elon Musk’s DOGE hype, citing volatility and lack of fund
Meta Spending to Soar on AI, Massive Data Center
• Meta earmarks $60-65B for AI, marking a record spend in tech. • Investment focuses on building massive data centers to support AI workloads. • AI will drive content moderation, r
Canada to Review Amazon Contracts After Quebec Layoffs
• Canada signals review of Amazon’s cloud contracts after Quebec warehouse closures. • Amazon shut 4 Quebec warehouses, laying off 1,700 employees. • Government concerned about imp
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
• Electronic Arts reports stronger Q2 earnings, driven by robust EA Sports titles and new subscription model. • Consumer spending on video games rises 8% YoY, reflecting continued
Nvidia Supplier SK Hynix Posts Record Profit on AI Boom
• SK Hynix posts record quarterly profit, driven by AI chip demand. • Earnings exceed expectations in Q4 2024, boosting annual results. • Strong demand for memory chips fuels growt
Tech Leaders Pledge Up to $500 Billion in AI Investment in U.S.
• OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank unveiled AI infrastructure plans at the White House. • Companies pledge up to $500 billion to boost U.S. AI capabilities. • Plans include building AI
TikTok Restoring Service for U.S. Users, After Trump Signals He Will Save It
• President-elect Trump vows to issue executive order to protect TikTok’s U.S. operations. • TikTok announces U.S. service restoration while negotiating long‑term solution with adm
How People Actually Make a Living on TikTok
• TikTok’s algorithm boosts niche creators, enabling rapid audience growth. • Brands partner with influencers for authentic, high‑engagement product placements. • Creator Fund and
What Happens Now That TikTok's Gone Dark?
• TikTok app currently offline worldwide, leaving millions of users unable to access content or engage with creators. • Company issued statement urging users to stay tuned for upda
How a Little-Known Finnish Company Became One of the World's Hottest Gadget Startups
• Oura’s smart ring tracks heart rate, sleep, and activity to provide health insights. • The device predicts illness onset by detecting subtle physiological changes. • Oura’s rapid
Policy based authorization using Kyverno
• Kyverno Authz Server enables Layer 7 policy enforcement within Istio’s Envoy proxies. • Policies written in CEL provide fine‑grained access control for microservices. • Istio’s e
Weatherization Assistance Program Timeline
• 1977: DOE launches Weatherization Assistance Program under Energy Conservation Act. • 1980s: Program expands nationwide, targeting low‑income households for energy savings. • 199
Secretary Bill Richardson (1998-2001)
• Bill Richardson led the U.S. Department of Energy from 1998‑2001, championing renewable energy initiatives. • He prioritized climate‑tech research, supporting solar, wind, and ad
Secretary Federico Peña (March 1997-June 1998)
• Secretary Federico Peña served as U.S. Secretary of Energy from March 1997 to June 1998. • His tenure focused on energy policy and climate technology initiatives. • Official U.S.