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Daniel Okafor edits Tech & Science for Global Pulse, covering AI, research, space and discovery without jargon.

Genetic Map Details the Function of Almost Every Stem Cell Gene

Genetic Map Details the Function of Almost Every Stem Cell Gene

Using Perturb-seq and CRISPR technology, researchers have developed a comprehensive reference atlas detailing how individual genes control human stem cell identity.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 12:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Buzz Aldrin auctions 24 watches at Sotheby's New York

Buzz Aldrin auctions 24 watches at Sotheby's New York

Sotheby's is auctioning 24 watches from the personal collection of Buzz Aldrin as part of the 2026 Space Exploration auction.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 08:01 ·Daniel Okafor 2 min read
Foreo Expands Beauty Tech Portfolio With LED Devices and Wellness Supplements

Foreo Expands Beauty Tech Portfolio With LED Devices and Wellness Supplements

Swedish beauty tech company Foreo is diversifying its portfolio with the launch of targeted LED skin panels and a comprehensive 85-ingredient wellness elixir.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 07:04 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Toy industry recalls 14 products following consumer safety complaints

Toy industry recalls 14 products following consumer safety complaints

A detailed look at various toy recalls caused by toxic chemicals, mechanical failures, and choking hazards that led to new safety regulations.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 04:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
UIUC researchers develop first omnidirectional 3D thermal cloak

UIUC researchers develop first omnidirectional 3D thermal cloak

A team from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has developed a hybrid material capable of guiding heat around objects from any direction.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, when Mercury is closer to the Sun?

Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, when Mercury is closer to the Sun?

While Mercury is closest to the Sun, Venus holds the record for the highest temperatures in the solar system due to its dense, carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 02:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Samsung threatens to delete health data if users refuse AI training consent

Samsung threatens to delete health data if users refuse AI training consent

Samsung Health users are being asked to consent to AI training using their health data or face the deletion of their records and loss of account synchronization.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 01:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Public Betas For iOS 27, macOS 27 And More Apple Platforms Are Now Available

Public Betas For iOS 27, macOS 27 And More Apple Platforms Are Now Available

Apple has opened public beta access to its next-generation operating systems, introducing redesigned Siri AI and a 'Liquid Glass' user interface for iPhone.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 00:04 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
MIT researcher proposes sensor system to detect nuclear weapons in space

MIT researcher proposes sensor system to detect nuclear weapons in space

A theoretical sensor system could identify radioactive materials on satellites with 99% accuracy under specific conditions, addressing a verification gap in space law.

Tech & Science ·14 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
3D Thermal Cloak Conceals Objects From Heat

3D Thermal Cloak Conceals Objects From Heat

A team of international researchers has developed a 3D omnidirectional thermal cloak capable of concealing complex geometries from heat detection.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 21:04 ·Daniel Okafor 4 min read
iOS 27 public beta may launch this week with new Siri AI features

iOS 27 public beta may launch this week with new Siri AI features

The first public beta of iOS 27 is expected to launch this week, introducing a conversational Siri AI and various Apple Intelligence features.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Waze adds new AI-powered features and customization updates

Waze adds new AI-powered features and customization updates

Waze is evolving into an interactive mobility assistant with the rollout of Gemini AI, introducing conversational reporting and a specialized mode for motorcyclists.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 19:08 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Unknown Runner uses Nuyarn spinning technology for new apparel line

Unknown Runner uses Nuyarn spinning technology for new apparel line

The new Courser Collection integrates Nuyarn's core spun system to enhance the natural performance properties of merino wool for trail runners.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Daniel Okafor 2 min read
Lenovo Legion reveals C700 cloud gaming handheld, arriving in August

Lenovo Legion reveals C700 cloud gaming handheld, arriving in August

Lenovo has announced the Legion C700, a cloud-focused handheld developed in partnership with Tencent START. Further details are expected to arrive in August.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 08:04 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Want to own a real T. rex? It could cost you $30 million

Want to own a real T. rex? It could cost you $30 million

A remarkably complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton discovered in South Dakota is heading to auction with a high price estimate.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Lenovo denies using banned YMTC SSDs in US market laptops

Lenovo denies using banned YMTC SSDs in US market laptops

Lenovo has clarified that a laptop containing a restricted YMTC drive was a German SKU, not a US product, amid rising storage shortages caused by the AI boom.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 04:04 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 3 may launch this September with Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 3 may launch this September with Galaxy S26 FE

Recent reports suggest Samsung is considering an update to its tracking ecosystem with the Galaxy SmartTag 3. Potential features include a modular design, enhanced UWB performance, and greater integration with the SmartThings platform.

Tech & Science ·13 Jul 2026, 01:01 ·Daniel Okafor 2 min read
AMD Radeon drivers reveal hidden FSR Multi-Frame Generation 8x settings

AMD Radeon drivers reveal hidden FSR Multi-Frame Generation 8x settings

Hidden configurations in recent AMD Adrenalin drivers point to the testing of an 8x frame generation feature. This technology appears aimed at RDNA 4 architecture and may surpass existing frame generation capabilities.

Tech & Science ·12 Jul 2026, 23:00 ·Daniel Okafor 2 min read
Stanford study reveals metabolic failure caused Earth's greatest extinction

Stanford study reveals metabolic failure caused Earth's greatest extinction

Research indicates that the Great Dying was driven by the inability of slow-metabolizing marine life to adapt to rising temperatures and deoxygenation. These findings provide insight into how today's climate stressors may affect modern marine ecosystems.

Tech & Science ·12 Jul 2026, 17:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
The biggest Xbox Game Pass games of 2026 so far

The biggest Xbox Game Pass games of 2026 so far

From the open world of Forza Horizon 6 to the narrative depth of Resident Evil Requiem, we look at the notable Xbox Game Pass releases of early 2026. Explore the titles shaping the subscription service's current library.

Tech & Science ·12 Jul 2026, 16:00 ·Daniel Okafor 2 min read