Apple to release iOS 26 instead of iOS 19

Instead of iOS 19, iOS 26 will be released immediately. According to journalists, Apple has decided to globally change the numbering of all its operating systems, replacing the sequential number with the year: there will be iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. The presentation of the new OS will take place on June 9, and we expect the release in September.

Indian Woman Imprisoned for Murder Based on Controversial Technology

In India, a woman was imprisoned for murder without evidence, based on 'mind scanning' technology. The 24-year-old Aditi Sharma was accused of poisoning her fiancé in 2008, but there was no evidence, and she denied the murder. Investigators turned to the controversial BEOS technology, which tracks the brain's electrical oscillations. During the procedure, forensic experts place a cap with electrodes on the suspect and ask questions about the crime while recording brain activity. Interestingly, the BEOS technology identifies guilty individuals with 90% accuracy - but in other cases, it may falsely incriminate an innocent person.

Coffee Alertness is a Placebo

Students who drank coffee regularly were divided into two groups. One was given regular coffee, the other decaffeinated. In the end, it turned out that everyone felt alert, but for the second group, it was pure self-suggestion.

UAE to be the first country with free ChatGPT Plus for all citizens

The UAE will become the first country where the entire population will be provided with a free subscription to ChatGPT Plus - all as part of a major partnership between OpenAI and the UAE government, which also includes the construction of a massive AI data center in Abu Dhabi.

Elon Musk Sent Sperm to Famous Japanese Woman

Elon Musk sent his sperm to a famous Japanese woman at the request of the Japanese authorities, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal in a large investigation into the billionaire's pursuit of creating a 'legion of children'. According to sources, Japanese officials approached Musk with a request, after which he provided the genetic material for fertilization. The woman's name is not disclosed, but she is said to be a well-known figure in Japan.

105-year-old Athlete Wins Gold at World Masters Games

In Thailand, a 105-year-old athlete won gold in four disciplines at the World Masters Games. He became the champion in discus throw, javelin, men’s 100-meter dash, and shot put. Interestingly, the Thai began actively engaging in sports only at the age of 90. And yes, in his age category, he was the only participant.

Living Coelacanth Filmed Off Indonesian Coast

A living coelacanth, an ancient fish that lived during the time of the dinosaurs, has been filmed for the first time off the coast of Indonesia. The species was long thought to have gone extinct about 65-70 million years ago until a specimen was caught by South African fishermen in 1938, and scientists encountered it again in 1997 at an Indonesian fish market. The coelacanth has now been found in its natural habitat, but the exact location is being kept secret to protect it.

Secret Startup

The secret startup of Valve founder Gabe Newell, which is engaged in developing brain implants, has promised to unveil the first Starfish neurochip this year. Unlike Elon Musk's Neuralink chips, these will be easier to implant and will connect to multiple parts of the brain at once, allowing for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and more. Additionally, a version is being developed to 'burn out' malignant tumors. When human trials will begin is not yet announced.

Night Vision Contact Lenses Created in China

Night vision contact lenses have been created in China. The contact lens technology uses nanoparticles that absorb infrared light and convert it into visible waves. The study states that it is possible to see with them even with closed eyes. Furthermore, unlike night vision devices, the lenses do not require recharging. Currently, they can only capture a small range of the infrared signal, so specialists are working on expanding this range.

New Version of Tamagotchi Released in Japan

The Japanese have released a new version of Tamagotchi, in which you need to take care of an entire planet of creatures. With a wheel on the body, you can change the scale from cosmic to cellular, and if you connect two devices, their inhabitants will start to befriend and reproduce: through the breeding mechanics, 50,000 species of creatures are promised. It costs $45.

Netflix Unveils Trailer for Documentary on Submarine Titan

Netflix has released the trailer for the documentary on the submarine Titan, which tragically sank in 2023 on its way to the Titanic. 'Titan: The OceanGate Disaster' will tell about the CEO of the start-up and reveal the backstory of the fateful expedition along with all details of the disaster. The release is set for June 11.

MrBeast Becomes World's Youngest Self-Made Billionaire

MrBeast has become the world's youngest self-made billionaire, with a fortune estimated at $1 billion. He is among 16 billionaires under 30 years old and is the only one who earned his money himself, rather than inheriting it. The main income does not come from YouTube but from businesses like the Beast Games show and Feastables chocolates. The channel itself is unprofitable - all the money goes into filming large-scale videos.

Standing Room on Planes Announced

Standing rooms are to be introduced on airplanes - budget airlines plan to implement them as early as 2026. The new seats, called Skyrider 2.0, resemble a saddle in design: they are intended for flights lasting up to 2 hours. The model will increase aircraft capacity by 20% and reduce maintenance costs - all positives for airlines. On social media, of course, the idea is not well received.

Google unveils Astra - the most ambitious AI project

Google has revealed Astra - the most ambitious AI assistant project in history. It doesn't just answer the owner's questions, but constantly observes the user to provide a hint at the right moment. The presentation video showed how the neuroagent helps the owner fix a bicycle.

German Scientists Create Genetically Modified Spiders

German scientists have created the world's first genetically modified spiders, which spin a red web that also glows in the dark. To produce such offspring, a solution with new DNA encoding was introduced into the eggs, and in the future, the technology will allow for changing various properties of the web. For example, it will be possible to 'adjust' the strength and elasticity, as well as set the decay period for making absorbable surgical threads.

OpenAI buys secret startup from former Apple chief designer

OpenAI has bought the secret startup of former Apple chief designer Jony Ive for $6.5 billion. The acquired io product, founded together with a team of veterans from Apple, is engaged in some 'artificial intelligence devices', but what exactly it was developing is not disclosed. However, it is already known that Ive will now be responsible for the design of all existing and new OpenAI products.

A Billion-Pound Harry Potter City Built for New Filming

A whole city is being built for the new 'Harry Potter' film at the cost of a billion pounds. HBO plans to fully utilize the space and bring iconic locations from the books to life. The space will function as a real city, featuring a multi-level parking lot, a residential school for young actors, and a facility for the care and treatment of pets, snakes, and birds of prey—all to continuously shoot the series over the next 10 years. The series release is slated for 2026.

Chinese Scientists Create Robot with 'Test-Tube Brain'

Chinese scientists have created a robot with a 'test-tube brain'. For the first time, a robot is controlled by a miniature analog of the human brain - a brain-like structure derived from stem cells. This bio-brain is connected to a chip that allows it to control the machine's movements. The robot can now navigate spaces, avoid obstacles, and learn faster than conventional neural networks. The experiment paves the way for new forms of AI, where living cells work in conjunction with technology.

The World's Largest Iceberg A23a is Breaking into Thousands of Pieces

The iceberg, with an area of 3100 km², separated from the glacier back in 1986, but soon became grounded and did not start moving again until 2023. Now it is stuck near South Georgia Island, where it is breaking into pieces that pose a threat to ships and wildlife. Each fragment that breaks off is approximately 1 km², with the largest being as much as 130 km². If the current rate continues, the iceberg could completely disappear in the coming years.

The History of Samsung

The history of the Korean corporation Samsung did not begin with gadgets, but with a grocery store. The company was founded by entrepreneur Lee Byung-chul in 1938 and initially traded in flour, dried fish, and noodles. However, it later began to expand rapidly - initiating exports to China, building the country's largest sugar factory, a woolen mill, and more. Electronics only became a focus 30 years later when the company decided to explore promising new directions and began assembling televisions.