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Daily bulletins reporting the latest news from the world of science and technology, from the Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:04

What is AI cyber warfare?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/29

Dr Ben Goertzel, CEO of the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance and founder of SingularityNet discusses AI cyberattacks in war and a new grants scheme to accelerate the emergence of human-level artificial general intelligence and ‘superintelligence’.Plus, Happy birthday ChatGPT, National Trust picks 49 good causes to receive Sycamore Gap saplings, Australia passes world-first law banning under-16s from social media accounts.Also in this episode:Rise of the dinosaurs from herbivores to

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8:57

Russia's brutal attempt to freeze Ukrainian civilians

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/28

The Russian missile attack that left more than a million Ukrainians without power. We spoke to defence editor, Robert Fox.Benralizumab: First new asthma attack treatment in 50 years… with health reporter, Dan Keane.Why kidney cells ‘can make memories too’ - with neuroscientist and study lead author, Dr Nikolay Kukushkin, from NYU.Also in this episode:Are Brits all out of love with dating apps?Ofcom dataTame Impala frontman launches a very synthy new instrument Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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9:07

OpenAI’s Sora video generator access leaked

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/27

OpenAI’s video generator, Sora, had its access leaked by early testers. Why?One in seven concerned about someone they know driving with below legal vision, new figures reveal. Tech & Science Daily spoke to Adam Sampson, chief executive of the Association of Optometrists.Storm Conall: flooding causes road and rail chaos.Former GB para-athlete, Jonny Huntington, told us about his world-first trek to the South Pole.Also in this episode:FBI arrest one of their most wanted ‘terrorists’ in Wales after

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9:10

Many Black Friday deals cheaper at other times,...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/26

Nine out of 10 Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other times of the year, according to research by Which?. Rob lilley-Jones, consumer expert at Which? discusses its research. One-in-20 single women are choosing IVF treatment, according to a new study. Earth’s ‘mini moon’ slips away for 30 years. New ultrasound technique lets experts peer inside live cells - but without causing damage. We spoke with lead author, Dr Mengting Yao, from the University of Nottingham.Also in this

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6:59

Storm Bert: major disruption & flood warnings continue

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/25

The storm brought winds over 80mph and “devastating” flooding to the UK as warnings continue. We speak with independent flood consultant Heather Shepherd. Microsoft 365 down, many users left unable to access emails on Outlook. UK PM Starmer confirms plans for drink spiking to become a specific offence.Also in this episode:Does rainfall lead to ‘divorce rates’ in birds?Is Sony about to launch its Nintendo Switch-killer portable console - that needs no wifi?Parents of a four-year-old boy with cystic

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9:33

Two million mph violent galaxy collision in space

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/22

…We spoke to the team who captured the event, Dr Marina Arnaudova and Professor Dan Smith from the University of Hertfordshire. Methanol poisoning: Andrea Sella, professor of chemistry at University College London on its impact on the human body.Google UK boss: ‘firms can use AI to help offset Budget tax hike’Also in this episode:Chemists design world’s thinnest spaghetti, why? We ask co-author, UCL chemistry department’s Dr Adam Clancy to find out...Storm Bert to hit the UK with 70 mph winds, snow

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8:12

Did Russia fire powerful ICBM weapon into Ukraine?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/21

The London Standard’s defence editor Robert Fox on ICBMs, Moscow’s military strategy and future risk. Will Google be forced to sell Chrome? What is ‘sound symbolism’ and why is it important, with Marcus Perlman, associate professor in linguistics and communication at the University of BirminghamAlso in this episode:Microsoft has begun opening up Xbox Cloud GamingInspector Gadget voice actor dies at 82 following Parkinson’s battleInstagram users can test recommendations “reset”Mysterious space-like

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7:37

SpaceX rocket launch: Trump joins Musk at Starbase

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/20

Hear SpaceX successfully launch its sixth Starship flight test. Russia’s mobile nuclear bomb shelters. UK technology secretary on potential social media ban for under 16’s. Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 2024 hasn’t taken off so smoothly…Also in this episode:The RSPCA’s chief vet on protecting pets from carbon monoxide poisoningWhy salmonella may actually help fight against bowel cancerBoki the brown bear recovering well after pioneering brain surgery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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8:22

Has Putin raised nuclear attack threat?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/19

Putin has approved changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine.We speak to political editor, Nicholas Cecil.Patient blood could repair bones, Professor Alvaro Mata of pharmacy and chemical engineering, at the University of Nottingham, explains the study. Plus, The Game Awards 2024 with culture writer, and tv and games editor, Vicky Jessop.Also in this show:UK snow latest: the “first taste of winter” – Met OfficeMove over Gladiator 2, London’s Hidden Gems: Roman Amphitheatre. Read the article here

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8:13

Biden authorises Ukraine to use long-range missiles...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/18

Joe Biden has given Ukraine the green light to use long-range weapons against Russia for the first time.Could pond-life power future space missions to Mars? We speak to Erik Gauger, professor in quantum theory at Heriot-Watt university’s Institute of Photonics and quantum sciences.Plus, hear the voice of King Richard III, created using state-of-the-art technology.Also in this episode:Dark side of the moon: volcanoes erupted on far side for over a billion yearsCocoa may protect against negative

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12:32

Dr Aubrey de Grey (Brave New World preview)

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/16

Evgeny Lebedev joins Dr Aubrey de Grey, a pioneer in biomedical gerontology - the study of life extension and rejuvenation - and co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation.Known for his radical approach to ageing, Dr de Grey discusses his latest research, society’s attitude to the human lifespan and his hopes for future anti-ageing treatments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:25

Zombie fungus from The Last of Us ‘could save lives’

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/15

Well… University of Nottingham scientists say that a compound,Cordyceps militaris, also known as caterpillar fungus, could help towards a 'game-changing' cancer drug. We speak to the lead author, Dr. Cornelia De Moor.The UK pledges £79 million to accelerate the energy transition in developing countries.The Royal Observatory tells us how to spot the final supermoon of 2024.Satirical website The Onion has bought the highly controversial ‘conspiracy site’ Infowars.And, the Royal Zoological Society of

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9:56

Which? launches £3bn legal claim against Apple over...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/14

Consumer group Which? has launched a £3 billion claim against Apple, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law by “forcing its iCloud services on customers” - an allegation Apple rejects and say will defend “vigorously”. The London Standard’s health reporter Daniel Keane discusses a vote by pharmacy owners to reduce hours in row over funding.Also in this episode:How laser tech is powering America’s Cup yacht race - with Keith Williams, chief technology officer at Capgemini

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9:19

Trump picks Elon Musk for new government role

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/13

President-elect Donald Trump has handed Elon Musk the job of running a new 'Department of Government Efficiency' as part of his new cabinet. The London Standard’s deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi joins us for the latest.Plus, we head to Lisbon to speak to Web Summit co-founder, Paddy Cosgrave.Also in this episode:Amazon pulls the plug on FreeveeCould LED lights reduce chances of a great white shark attack?Australian scientists find cannabis might actually improve sleep£500m skills drive for

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8:22

Assisted Dying Bill: What it means for terminally ill...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/12

A new law has been proposed to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill is calling for terminally ill people, who are expected to die within six months, to be given the right to choose to end their life.Cop29: Starmer not ‘telling people how to live’ to reach new emissions goal.NHS pill to help people stop smoking with The London Standard’s health reporter, Dan Keane.Also in this episode:Web Summit ’24 is here: we speak to Claire Darley, senior vice president of strategic initiatives,

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8:11

Cop29 begins in Baku, Azerbaijan

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/11

World leaders are heading to Baku, where they face pressure over delivering finance for poor countries to cope with climate change and increasing their ambitions on emissions cuts. We’re joined by Dr Simon Lewis, professor of climate change science at UCL.NHS doctors could ‘spend more time with patients’ thanks to AI helper.Could red wine prevent bowel cancer?Also in this episode:As the UK's 'anticyclonic gloom' finally lifts, we speak to Met Office meteorologist and presenter Alex Deakin.Welcome

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10:07

How DNA analysis has rewritten history of Pompeii...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/08

New DNA analysis of the moulded remains of victims in the 79 AD Pompeii disaster after Mount Vesuvius erupted - undertaken by Germany’s Max Planck Institute and Italy’s Universita di Firenze - has revealed new details about their sex, age and ancestry. Online harm: could Australia-style social media ban to protect under-16s ban work here? Tech & Science Daily speaks with Clare Fernyhough, co-founder of Smartphone Free Childhood.Also in this episode:Revving up to 200mph for first women’s Formula

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7:44

‘World’s first’ social media ban for under-16s

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/07

Australia is set to introduce what’s described as the world’s first laws banning under-16s from social media, citing risks to child physical and mental health. Mpox: fourth UK case found in London. Cuba total blackout as Hurricane Rafael downs power grid.Also in this episode:Steve O’Hear: a tribute to ‘remarkably talented’ London tech journalist & founderWhy 2024 is set to be record hottest yearMetal detectorist strikes gold with UK-shaped nugget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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8:16

How Musk & Rogan helped power Trump’s win

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/06

Tech & Science daily looks at Donald Trump’s presidential election digital communications strategy in comparison to the media gameplan deployed by his rival Kamala Harris. Communications expert Mark Borkowski, founder of Borkowski PR, examines the campaigns, Elon Musk’s backing and Trump’s all important decision to bet big on podcasts, notably Joe Rogan. Plus, snow finally falls on Japan’s Mount Fuji after record warm spell - insight with University of Glasgow earth sciences expert Adam

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8:05

Fears of ‘Russia jet parcel bomb test run’ after...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/11/05

Authorities in Poland claim four people arrested over incendiary devices that started fires in Birmingham and Leipzig were staging dress rehearsals for a Russian plot to attack a transatlantic flight. Get checked for prostate cancer, urges GB Olympic hero Sir Chris Hoy. First ferret birth for cloned animal.Also in this episode:Smoking: it takes longer than you think for body to recoverTobacco and Vapes Bill being introduced to ParliamentWindows Server 2025 bug link to Microsoft ‘blue screen of

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