Tired of working too hard to make sure your house is clean as a whistle? No one wants to spend all their time doing that, not when robot appliances exist. Luckily, theres a solution that wont cost you an arm and a leg. Meet the Roborock Q5 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop, a cleaning powerhouse that combines intelligent navigation with serious suction power.See at AmazonRight now, you can bring this smart cleaning companion home for just $140 thanks to Amazon, which marks a significant drop from its regular price of $250. Thats an impressive 44% discount, saving you $110 on a device that could revolutionize your cleaning routine.Clear debris and make your floors sparkleThis isnt just another robot vacuum. Its a comprehensive cleaning solution that maps your home with military-grade precision while tackling both dry debris and wet messes. Yes, its a vacuum and a mop that work in tandem to make sure your place is as clean as possible. The DuoRoller Brush system, paired with an impressive 5500 Pa of suction power, makes this unit particularly effective for homes with pets, while its simultaneous vacuuming and mopping capabilities ensure your floors get a thorough clean in a single pass.Its all-rubber brush is specifically designed to resist hair tangles, making it ideal for pet owners. The 180ml SnapMop system handles wet cleaning with adjustable water flow, while the long-lasting battery provides up to 240 minutes of continuous cleaning enough to cover 3,767 square feet on a single charge. Smart features are available too, including app control for scheduling and customization, plus voice command compatibility with Alexa, Google Home, and Siri.This is a particularly good time to invest in the Q5 Pro. At this price point (44% off), youre getting features typically found in much more expensive models the advanced navigation system, powerful suction, and dual cleaning capabilities make it a versatile addition to any home. Whether youre dealing with daily pet hair, frequent messes, or just want to maintain consistently clean floors without the manual labor, the Q5 Pro is all about making things super easy for you.If its part of your New Years resolution list to keep a cleaner home or to spend less time fretting over how to keep your home tidy, definitely consider picking this robot vacuum up. This is an excellent price you wont want to miss out on, and it may not be available at this sale price very long get it while the getting is good.See at Amazon

By Germain Lussier Published January 7, 2025 | Comments (0) | The team from Lumon is back in Severance season 2 Apple TV+ Shes alive! With those two words, fans of Apple TV+s 2022 show Severance immediately clicked on the next episode only to find out it didnt exist quite yet. The shocking season one cliffhanger left fans desperate to continue with the storyand when season two debuts on January 17almost three years after the first season began, it dives right back in. Showrunner Dan Erickson, director/executive producer Ben Stiller, and the rest of the team waste no time dealing with all the big questions you have from season one. Simultaneously, the show also eases you back into this weird, wonderful world, while continuing to expand and keep things mysterious. Its honestly kind of miraculous. Severance, whose premise you may well have forgotten because its been so long, is about a company called Lumon where people can choose to sever their normal selves from their work selves. So, the person they are at work cant access the mind of the person they are outside work, and vice versa. However, when we last left Mark (Adam Scott) and his friends at Lumon, the employees had figured out a way to access their outties, which was bad for basically everyone. For example, Mark realized that the wife he thought was dead in the real world is actually alive and is his co-worker, and Hellie (Britt Lower) learned that her outtie was one of the masterminds behind the entire plan of severance. Mixing those two worlds was a bombshell. One that season two immediately and thoroughly deals with the fallout of. Well keep this review spoiler-free, but suffice to say, actions have consequences, both for the evil company Lumon and its rebelling employees. The first episode largely deals with the innies, episode two focuses a bit more on the outties, and by episode three, we think we have a very good idea of the new direction things will be heading. However, by episode four, we realize we have no idea all over againin the best possible way.Miss Huang (Sarah Bock) is a new character this season. Image: Apple TV+ New characters, like the nefarious Miss Huang (Sarah Bock), offer frightening possibilities. Returning characters, like Mr. Milchick (Tramell Tillman), have new roles. The show answers questions, but those answers just create more questions and, at every turn, were holding on for dear life. If anything, the biggest detractor to Severance season two is, much like season one, the show is almost maddeningly patient. A shocking turn of events in one episode will be largely ignored in the next, only to come back two weeks later. A new character or discovery in episode three will disappear for the next three. It all works, though, because the show is consistently tense and fascinating. Theres just so much to get to, and so much more added in season two, that it can feel overwhelming even as youre watching it. (And especially if you havent watched the first season in several years. Apple will offer a pretty good recap, though.)Again, its hard to get into a lot of what we love about Severance season two without talking about specific plot points. But, to get all Lumon on you, here are some teases. Its wild that Mark begins to [REDACTED] his [REDACTED]. The reunion of [REDACTED] and [REDACTED] is both intense but also [REDACTED]. We cant believe that [REDACTED]s outtie starts to [REDACTED]. When [REDACTED] finally meets up with his [REDACTED], sparks certainly fly. And its so wild when we finally meet Gwendolyn Christies character in [REDACTED, REDACTED, REDACTED]. At the time of review, press was given the first six episodes of the 10-episode season so we cant speak to where things end up by the end. But, we can say the way they start, and unfold, will make your Severance-loving mind melt. We are so happy its back. It was worth the wait. Severance season two begins on January 17 with new episodes dropping each Friday on Apple TV+ through March 21. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, whats next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.Severance Daily NewsletterYou May Also Like By Sabina Graves Published January 3, 2025 By Germain Lussier Published January 3, 2025 By Justin Carter Published December 7, 2024 By Germain Lussier Published December 4, 2024 By Cheryl Eddy Published October 23, 2024 By Cheryl Eddy Published October 11, 2024

Building on Foundations: ArchDailys Vision for 2025Save this picture! Celine Layous. Courtesy of ArchDailyDear Readers,It is with immense gratitude and excitement that I share my first letter as Editor-in-Chief. Addressing you directly marks a meaningful shift from our usual approach, and I believe it's the perfect way to begin the year. As I step into this new role, I am honored by the opportunity to lead ArchDaily into a new chapter, building on our strong foundation to reach even greater heights.At ArchDaily, we have always believed that architecture has the power to transform lives and environments. For 17 years, we have been more than just a platform; we have become a community and a voice for architecturea collaborative network where architects, designers, and enthusiasts come together to shape the built environment and redefine urban living. Reflecting on this journey, I am deeply inspired by our shared accomplishments, made possible by the dedication of our talented global team and the unwavering support of our users. Together, we have created a space where ideas thrive and innovation blossoms.With a readership that exceeded 40 million in 2024, a total of 4,170 newly published projects, and more than 1,000 original articles, ArchDaily continues to provide architects and enthusiasts with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to imagine and create the future. Staying relevant in a rapidly evolving architectural landscape is a continual challenge. Our global content team, consisting of architects from around the world, brings diverse perspectives, features recent developments, and highlights underrepresented regions, ensuring we stay connected to changing narratives and broaden our global view.Driven by a profound mission to advance architectural discourse and address the evolving challenges of our field, we remain committed in 2025 to pushing boundaries, questioning ideas, and supporting the global community in creating better spaces.As we look to the future, ArchDaily's voice will not only resonate but also amplify, inspiring broader perspectives. By upholding integrity, relevance, and knowledge, we aim to reinforce trust and establish ourselves as a lasting authority in architecturea personal goal of mine. Through confident and well-researched content, we will further amplify sidelined opinions, foster diversity, and drive significant conversations. We remain committed to showcasing a varied range of architectural projects, highlighting local know-how, social initiatives, and innovative material use, while also seeking works that stand out for their creativity and impact.This year, we are excited to continue some of our most impactful initiatives. The 16th edition of the ArchDaily Building of the Year Award, a unique recognition determined solely by the votes of our users, will celebrate the best in architecture. Additionally, we look forward to the 5th year of Best New Practices, where we highlight emerging studios that are reshaping the profession. We will also curate ArchDaily Monthly Topics, exploring relevant architectural themes that guide our editorial agenda and foster intellectual exchanges. Our focus will include the impact of 100 years of modernism on today's world, the potential of architecture without limits, and the intersection of rural practices, Indigenous knowledge, and contemporary sustainable approaches, among others.As part of our commitment to providing high-quality content, we also introduced the AD Plus subscription. This program allows us to continue delivering in-depth, well-researched articles and exclusive insights while supporting ArchDaily's growth and sustainability. With AD Plus, subscribers can access unlimited premium and archived content that deepens their understanding of architecture, becoming a vital tool for architectural research and work.Our vision is ambitious, and we can't achieve it without you, therefore I invite you to be an active part of our ongoing journey. Whether you're an emerging studio or an established name, ArchDaily is your platform to inspire, engage, and influence the conversation. Share your insights, projects, and aspirations with us. Whether through contributing your work or engaging in discussions, your involvement is essential.Together, let's push the boundaries of architecture and design spaces that shape our experiences, cities, and the way we live, creating a lasting impact on the built environment. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of this incredible ride. Let's make 2025 a year of transformative stories, productive collaborations, and a shared commitment to advancing architecture and driving positive change.To new heights and beyond,Christele HarroukEditor-in-Chief, ArchDailyAbout this authorChristele HarroukAuthorCite: Christele Harrouk. "Building on Foundations: ArchDailys Vision for 2025" 07 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. 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Should We Prototype Architecture More?Save this picture!The Frankfurt Prototype / Barkow Leibinger. Image Wolfgang StahrPrototyping is an essential element in sectors such as automotive design and technology, where iterative development enables testing, refining, and innovating. It involves creating initial models or early versions to validate concepts and fine-tune solutions before moving on to final production. This stage is crucial for identifying flaws, optimizing designs, and reducing risks, saving time and resources in the final implementation. In architecture, however, prototyping remains an underused tool. Despite the unique challenges inherent in architectural projectswhether programmatic, climatic, or related to site conditionsthe benefits of prototyping can be profound. It offers architects the opportunity to experiment with new materials, validate construction methods, and test spatial configurations in a tangible, measurable way. As a result, it not only reduces uncertainties in the creative process but also drives bold and efficient solutions, fostering a more robust balance between aesthetics, functionality, and feasibility.Learning from Trial and ErrorHistorically, there are several examples of prototypes that paved the way for architectural innovation. The Case Study Houses, commissioned in the mid-20th century, were seminal experiments in modern residential design. Led by figures such as Richard Neutra and Charles and Ray Eames, these houses explored prefabrication, modularity, and the use of industrial materials to create affordable and functional homes. Similarly, Jean Prouv revolutionized architectural prototyping by integrating lightweight, prefabricated components into his designs, such as the Maison Tropicale, which addressed the climatic challenges in colonial Africa. Despite its ingenious response to the tropical climate, it failed as a prototype. In addition to being more expensive than local construction methods, its industrial appearance displeased French colonial bureaucrats, leading it to be rejected by its target audience and relegated to the status of an itinerant object in design exhibitions, disconnected from its original context. Related Article What Role Should Architectural Prototypes Play in the Global South? Save this picture!The Self-Build Housing by Segal, designed in the 1970s to address the housing crisis in the United Kingdom, employed prefabricated wooden components and dry construction techniques, enabling individuals without prior construction skills to build their own homes. This approach not only demonstrated that non-professionals could create durable and affordable homes, but also fostered community participation and ownership, influencing self-building movements around the world. In a similar vein, the prototypes developed by Rural Studio, initiated by Samuel Mockbee and D.K. Ruth in Alabama, focused on creating affordable housing and community structures using recycled and locally available materials. These 1:1 prototypes, including the $20K House, were designed to be affordable and culturally relevant, with prototypes tested to ensure scalability and quality. Shigeru Ban's disaster relief prototypes, including the Paper Log Houses, demonstrated the potential for sustainable, low-cost structures using recyclable materials like paper tubes. These lightweight and rapidly deployable homes proved effective in disaster-stricken areas, combining humanitarian needs with innovative design solutions. Together, these examples illustrate that prototyping is not a one-off experiment but a process-driven approach. It responds to specific environmental, cultural, and social contexts, offering innovative, practical solutions that can have a lasting impact.Save this picture!Save this picture!Prototyping: Building the Future, Block by BlockPrototyping not only validates designs and reduces risks but also promotes sustainability by connecting abstract concepts to tangible reality. Unlike digital renderings, physical prototypes allow stakeholders to directly interact with a projects scale, texture, and materiality, fostering collaboration and enabling early identification of flaws. This iterative approach significantly enhances design quality and minimizes costly on-site adjustments. In construction, unforeseen challenges often cause delays and escalate costs. Prototyping mitigates these risks by serving as a safe environment for experimentation. Builders can test assembly techniques, simulate structural loads, and resolve design complexities under controlled conditions, ensuring a smoother transition to actual execution. This proactive approach saves time, minimizes errors, and optimizes resource use, delivering substantial benefits across the entire construction lifecycle.Brock Commons Tallwood House, for example, is an innovative project at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, Canada. Completed in 2017, this 18-story student residence was one of the tallest engineered wood buildings in the world at the time of its completion. Designed to explore and demonstrate the potential of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam (GLT) in skyscraper construction, Brock Commons sets new standards for sustainable and innovative building design. In July 2015, a full-scale 2-story prototype was constructed by the construction management team and project assistance professionals to test and validate the feasibility and constructability of the design. Using a virtual model as a guide, the mock-up, measuring approximately 8 meters by 12 meters (3 bays by 3 bays), incorporated digitally fabricated mass timber products using the VDC model. The mock-up featured key construction components such as a centrally located cast-in-place concrete wall, concrete foundations, a set of CLT (cross-laminated timber) floor plates, GLT (glulam) columns, and various connections. It also tested different finishes and prefabricated building envelope panels, providing critical feedback on the assembly process. The mock-up also allowed for optimization of the building envelope panel installation process, reducing the installation time to approximately 10 minutes per panel. Lessons learned from the project, including moisture monitoring and weatherproofing tests, significantly improved the construction sequencing and the building's performance.Save this picture!Architecture in Transformation: Prototyping, Sustainability, and Ephemeral InnovationTemporary and ephemeral structures have also proven to be fertile ground for architectural prototyping. These transient projects allow architects to test ideas without committing to permanence, providing insights that can inform future, more enduring designs. For instance, Barkow Leibinger's Frankfurt Pavilion, created for the Frankfurt Book Fair, utilized lightweight materials and modular construction to create a highly adaptable and reusable structure. Similarly, Climate-Responsive Pavilions scattered across Europe experiment with responsive materials that react to environmental changes, showcasing the potential of adaptive architecture.Save this picture!Sustainability is another area where architectural prototyping excels. The Voxel Quarantine Cabin, developed by Valldaura Labs, showcases the use of bio-based materials and digital fabrication techniques to create self-sufficient and sustainable housing. Similarly, the Solar Greenhouse Prototype by IAAC explores closed-loop food production and the integration of renewable energy in a compact architectural form. These projects exemplify how prototyping can foster experimentation with low-impact materials and systems, paving the way for more eco-friendly building practices.Save this picture!Save this picture!Prototyping also plays a critical role in advancing prefabrication and construction methodologies. The IBA Timber Prototype House, developed by the ICD at the University of Stuttgart, leverages computational design and robotic fabrication to push the boundaries of timber construction. These innovations not only redefine what is possible with traditional materials but also demonstrate the scalability of these techniques for conventional building practices. Beyond technical aspects, architectural prototypes can challenge conventional notions of space and function. Cigu's Room for Tomorrow prototype reimagines living spaces by incorporating adaptable interiors that respond to the evolving needs of inhabitants.Save this picture!Save this picture!The key insights from these architectural examples highlight the dynamic and adaptive nature of prototyping in addressing real-world challenges. First, prototyping as a processrather than merely a productis emphasized in each case, where iterative feedback cycles refined materials, methods, and designs, enabling continuous improvement. Additionally, material and contextual adaptability stand out, with each prototype utilizing innovative materials tailored to specific conditions. Finally, the scalability and legacy of these prototypes demonstrate their lasting influence, transcending their initial contexts to inspire broader architectural practices, from self-built housing solutions to disaster relief initiatives. While prototyping may incur higher initial costs, its long-term impact is undeniable. By reducing the risk of failure, optimising resource use, and enhancing efficiency, it leads to significant savings and more sustainable outcomes over time.Prototyping in architecture is far more than just a tool for testing; it is a means to envision and shape new futures. When woven into the heart of the design process, it allows architects to explore inventive solutions to urgent challenges, from climate resilience to housing accessibility. Prototyping is a journey of experimentation, iteration, and, at times, failurea process that holds the power to radically transform the profession itself. In an era where innovation is paramount, should we prototype more architecture? The answer seems clear. With every prototype, we push the boundaries of what architecture can achieve, laying the groundwork for a more adaptable, sustainable, and inclusive future.Image gallerySee allShow lessAbout this authorEduardo SouzaAuthorCite: Souza, Eduardo. "Should We Prototype Architecture More?" [Deveramos prototipar mais arquitetura?] 07 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025312/should-we-prototype-architecture-more&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken SekkeiSave this picture! aifotoTheaters & PerformanceTakatsuki, JapanArchitects: Nikken SekkeiAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:17261 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2023 PhotographsPhotographs:aifoto More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Takatsuki Arts Theatre: Creating Public Architecture Integrated with a Park - Creating a Forest of Arts and Culture Clad in Osaka's Trees - When the design process began in the spring of 2015, the site visit highlighted a land nurtured over time, where history and nature are intertwined. On the former grounds of Takatsuki Castle, where historical elements coexist with park greenery, we sought to create a theater that would seamlessly integrate and resonate with the town as a natural extension of the landscape. Inspired by the Hokusetsu mountains to the north of Takatsukiwhich have long overseen and nurtured the growth of the townthe aim was to infuse this venue with the enduring strength of the land, using timber from the Hokusetsu mountain range. The intention was to recall the charm of the castle town and the natural beauty of Takatsuki's forests through a theater adorned with wooden exteriors.Save this picture!Porous 'Gaps' Create an Integrated Public Space -In pursuit of creating a public space open to all citizens, the design incorporated three halls and ten studios, each designed with 'gaps', promoting the concept of "a theater for strolling, integrated with a park." This approach enables free access to the facilities as if one were meandering through a park, creating an expansive space filled with light and nature.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Securing sound insulation between the large and small halls and the ten studios was a critical design aspect. By segmenting and introducing "gaps", each hall and studio were independently placed to avoid direct adjacency. The rooms and corridors serve as acoustic buffer zones, effectively meeting the required sound insulation standards.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The courtyards placed within these porous "gaps" and wooden louvers woven into the exterior skin-like pleats, fosters interior and exterior environments brimming with light and greenery, reminiscent of wandering through a forest.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Collaboration among Foresters, Woodworkers, Contractors, and Designers in Engaging with Wood -In recent years, wood has been used in architecture in various ways, but utilizing wood in a truly sustainable way remains a challenge. The Osaka Prefecture Forest Owners Association produces approximately 1,600 cubic meters of wood annually. At the time of design, a large amount of wood from Osaka's forests was supplied to major cities such as Tokyo for the construction of facilities like the Olympic stadiums. This project's primary focus was on forest conservation and the development of forestry, rather than constructing large wooden buildings that would burden the forest. Since medium to large-scale wooden construction projects consume thousands of cubic meters of wood, this project adopted a novel approach by utilizing wood primarily as finishing material.Save this picture!Save this picture!Consultations with local forest owners were repeatedly conducted to respectfully use the wood from local forests. About 350 cubic meters of wood were prepared from the project's outset for a three-year construction period, the optimal amount to minimize impact on Osaka's annual wood supply.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Takatsuki, JapanLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeNikken SekkeiOfficePublished on January 07, 2025Cite: "Takatsuki Arts Theatre / Nikken Sekkei" 07 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025395/takatsuki-arts-theatre-nikken-sekkei&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

AI Dominates 2025 Cybersecurity PredictionsBy John P. Mello Jr.January 7, 2025 5:00 AM PT ADVERTISEMENTEnterprise IT Lead Generation ServicesFuel Your Pipeline. Close More Deals. Our full-service marketing programs deliver sales-ready leads. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! Learn more. When it comes to cybersecurity in 2025, artificial intelligence is top of mind for many analysts and professionals.Artificial intelligence will be deployed by both adversaries and defenders, but attackers will benefit more from it, maintained Willy Leichter, CMO of AppSOC, an application security and vulnerability management provider in San Jose, Calif.We know that AI will be used increasingly on both sides of the cyber war, he told TechNewsWorld. However, attackers will continue to be less constrained because they worry less about AI accuracy, ethics, or unintended consequences. Techniques such as highly personalized phishing and scouring networks for legacy weaknesses will benefit from AI.While AI has huge potential defensively, there are more constraints both legal and practical that will slow adoption, he said.Chris Hauk, consumer privacy champion at Pixel Privacy, a publisher of online consumer security and privacy guides, predicted 2025 will be a year of AI versus AI, as the good guys use AI to defend against AI-powered cyberattacks.It will likely be a year of back-and-forth battles as both sides put to use information theyve gathered from previous attacks to set up new attacks and new defenses, he told TechNewsWorld.Mitigating AIs Security RisksLeichter also predicted that cyber adversaries will start targeting AI systems more often. AI technology greatly expands the attack surface area with rapidly emerging threats to models, datasets, and machine language operations systems, he explained. Also, when AI applications are rushed from the lab to production, the full security impact wont be understood until the inevitable breaches occur.Karl Holmqvist, founder and CEO of Lastwall, an identity security company based in Honolulu, agreed. The unchecked, mass deployment of AI tools which are often rolled out without robust security foundations will lead to severe consequences in 2025, he told TechNewsWorld.Lacking adequate privacy measures and security frameworks, these systems will become prime targets for breaches and manipulation, he said. This Wild West approach to AI deployment will leave data and decision-making systems dangerously exposed, pushing organizations to urgently prioritize foundational security controls, transparent AI frameworks, and continuous monitoring to mitigate these escalating risks. Leichter also maintained that security teams will have to take on more responsibility for securing AI systems in 2025.This sounds obvious, but in many organizations, initial AI projects have been driven by data scientists and business specialists, who often bypass conventional application security processes, he said. Security teams will fight a losing battle if they try to block or slow down AI initiatives, but they will have to bring rogue AI projects under the security and compliance umbrella.Leichter also pointed out that AI will expand the attack surface for adversaries targeting software supply chains in 2025. Weve already seen supply chains become a major vector for attack, as complex software stacks rely heavily on third-party and open-source code, he said. The explosion of AI adoption makes this target larger with new complex vectors of attack on datasets and models.Understanding the lineage of models and maintaining the integrity of changing datasets is a complex problem, and currently, there is no viable way for an AI model to unlearn poisonous data, he addedData Poisoning Threats to AI ModelsMichael Lieberman, CTO and co-founder of Kusari, a software supply chain security company in Ridgefield, Conn., also sees poisoning large language models as a significant development in 2025. Data poisoning attacks aimed at manipulating LLMs will become more prevalent, although this method is likely more resource-intensive compared to simpler tactics, such as distributing malicious open LLMs, he told TechNewsWorld.Most organizations are not training their own models, he explained. Instead, they rely on pre-trained models, often available for free. The lack of transparency regarding the origins of these models makes it easy for malicious actors to introduce harmful ones, as evidenced by the Hugging Face malware incident. That incident occurred in early 2024 when it was discovered that some 100 LLMs containing hidden backdoors that could execute arbitrary code on users machines had been uploaded to the Hugging Face platform.Future data poisoning efforts are likely to target major players like OpenAI, Meta, and Google, which train their models on vast datasets, making such attacks more challenging to detect, Lieberman predicted. In 2025, attackers are likely to outpace defenders, he added. Attackers are financially motivated, while defenders often struggle to secure adequate budgets since security is not typically viewed as a revenue driver. It may take a significant AI supply chain breach akin to the SolarWinds Sunburst incident to prompt the industry to take the threat seriously.Thanks to AI, there will also be more threat actors launching more sophisticated attacks in 2025. As AI becomes more capable and accessible, the barrier to entry for less skilled attackers will become lower while also accelerating the speed at which attacks can be carried out, explained Justin Blackburn, a senior cloud threat detection engineer at AppOmni, a SaaS security management software company, in San Mateo, Calif.Additionally, the emergence of AI-powered bots will enable threat actors to execute large-scale attacks with minimal effort, he told TechNewsWorld. Armed with these AI-powered tools, even less capable adversaries may be able to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data and disrupt services on a scale previously only seen by more sophisticated, well-funded attackers.Script Babies Grow UpIn 2025, the rise of agentic AI AI capable of making independent decisions, adapting to their environment, and taking actions without direct human intervention will exacerbate problems for defenders, too. Advances in artificial intelligence are expected to empower non-state actors to develop autonomous cyber weapons, said Jason Pittman, a collegiate associate professor at the school of cybersecurity and information technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus in Adelphi, Md.Agentic AI operates autonomously with goal-directed behaviors, he told TechNewsWorld. Such systems can use frontier algorithms to identify vulnerabilities, infiltrate systems, and evolve their tactics in real-time without human steering. These features distinguish it from other AI systems that rely on predefined instructions and require human input, he explained.Like the Morris Worm in decades past, the release of agentic cyber weapons might begin as an accident, which is more troublesome. This is because the accessibility of advanced AI tools and the proliferation of open-source machine learning frameworks lower the barrier for developing sophisticated cyber weapons. Once created, the powerful autonomy feature can easily lead to agentic AI escaping its safety measures. As harmful as AI can be in the hands of threat actors, it can also help better secure data, like personally identifiable information (PII). After analyzing more than six million Google Drive files, we discovered 40% of the files contained PII that put businesses at risk of a data breach, said Rich Vibert, co-founder and CEO of Metomic, a data privacy platform in London.As we enter 2025, well see more companies prioritize automated data classification methods to reduce the amount of vulnerable information inadvertently saved in publicly accessible files and collaborative workspaces across SaaS and cloud environments, he continued.Businesses will increasingly deploy AI-driven tools that can automatically identify, tag, and secure sensitive information, he said. This shift will enable companies to keep up with the vast amounts of data generated daily, ensuring that sensitive data is continually safeguarded and that unnecessary data exposure is minimized.Nevertheless, 2025 could also usher in a wave of disappointment among security pros when the hype about AI hits the fan. CISOs will deprioritize gen AI use by 10% due to lack of quantifiable value, Cody Scott, a senior analyst for Forrester Research, a market research company headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., wrote in a company blog.According to Forresters 2024 data, 35% of global CISOs and CIOs consider exploring and deploying use cases for gen AI to improve employee productivity as a top priority, he noted. The security product market has been quick to hype gen AIs expected productivity benefits, but a lack of practical outcomes is fostering disillusionment.The thought of an autonomous security operations center using gen AI generated a lot of hype, but it couldnt be further from reality, he continued. In 2025, the trend will continue, and security practitioners will sink deeper into disenchantment as challenges such as inadequate budgets and unrealized AI benefits reduce the number of security-focused gen AI deployments.John P. Mello Jr. has been an ECT News Network reporter since 2003. 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To get a global view of Earths magnetosphere, NASAs Lunar Environment Heliospheric X-ray Imager (LEXI) is set for a trip to the moon. Scheduled to take off from the Kennedy Space Center in or after mid-January, the instrument will take the first full images of the magnetic field around Earth, which will help researchers reveal how the field fends off solar winds and weather. Were trying to get this big picture of Earths space environment, said Boston University physicist and LEXIs principal investigator Brian Walsh in a press release. A lot of physics can be esoteric or difficult to follow without years of specific training, but this will be science that you can see.Observing the Magnetic Field From the MoonEarths magnetic field is a perennial subject of scientific study. Shielding the Earth from flows of solar wind, the magnetic field, also called the magnetosphere, preserves and protects Earths atmosphere from atmospheric erosion. A variety of observations from satellites and other instruments have captured bits of the magnetospheres border, also called the magnetopause, from various vantage points in the past. By catching the X-rays that are created as solar winds smash into the magnetopause, these satellites and other instruments have seen the outlines of the magnetic field. But they havent seen the outlines of the magnetic field all around Earth in a single observation.In order to view the magnetopause globally, LEXI is going to the moon. Set to launch aboard Firefly Aerospaces Blue Ghost Lander as soon as mid-January, the instrument will be able to see the magnetic field surrounding Earth from the moons surface.According to NASA astronomers, the view of the magnetopause may reveal how solar weather impacts the magnetosphere. It may also reveal how some solar wind slips through the magnetosphere, creating auroras and causing interference with power systems and satellites on and around Earth. We want to understand how nature behaves, said Hyunju Connor, an astrophysicist at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center and NASAs lead LEXI investigator, according to the press release. By understanding this, we can help protect our infrastructure in space.Seeing Shifts in the MagnetosphereFollowing its landing on the moon, LEXI will observe the magnetosphere for six days, watching as the magnetic field stretches and shrinks from the force of solar wind. We expect to see the magnetosphere breathing out and breathing in for the first time, said Connor, according to the press release. When the solar wind is very strong, the magnetosphere will shrink and push backward toward Earth, and then expand when the solar wind weakens.Though the trip will be a big first for the observation of the magnetosphere, it isnt LEXIs first foray away from Earth. In 2012, LEXI (then the Sheath Transport Observer for the Redistribution of Mass, or STORM instrument) was sent into space, where it tested X-ray observation technology before falling back to Earth. LEXI then went to Goddard, where it was displayed until Walsh, a member of the Goddard team that built the instrument, identified it for future use. Wed break the glass not literally but remove it, restore it, and refurbish it, and that would allow us to look back and get this global picture that weve never had before, said Walsh, according to the press release. Theres a lot of really rich science we can get from this.Article Sources:Our writers at Discovermagazine.com use peer-reviewed studies and high-quality sources for our articles, and our editors review for scientific accuracy and editorial standards. Review the sources used below for this article:Sam Walters is a journalist covering archaeology, paleontology, ecology, and evolution for Discover, along with an assortment of other topics. Before joining the Discover team as an assistant editor in 2022, Sam studied journalism at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.

Motherhood is entirely possible at the age 74for some birds at least. A Laysan albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) named Wisdom recently became the worlds oldest known breeding wild bird.According to the Pacific Region of the US Fish & Wildlife Service,, she returned to the Midway Atollor Kuaihelani in Hawaiianin December 2024 and began to interact with a new male partner. Wildlife officials then spotted what could be Wiscoms 60th egg. Get the Popular Science newsletter Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.The egg should hatch sometime in February and is a good sign for birds that have been hit hard by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) or bird flu.Especially in the landscape of highly pathogenic avian influenza, its exciting to have a species that is still propagating this long when theyre facing some pretty incredible odds, Jennifer M. Mullinax, a research ecologist from the University of Maryland tells Popular Science.Wisdom is also not alone in her longer reproductive window, which is shared by other species of wild birds. Humans are really more of the outliers as far as living longer than we can successfully reproduce, and there are several species that have a much longer runway for having their young.Who reproduces for 1,000 years? Deep-sea spongesThey may look like an alien organism or some kind of giant plant, but sea sponges are part of the animal kingdom. While scientists are still learning more about their life spans, these deep-sea dwelling creatures can live incredibly long.A view of different species (sponges, crinoids, etc.) representing a deep ecosystem at 110m depth on September 24, 2019 off the French Guyana. CREDIT: Alexis Rosenfeld/Getty Images. Theyre colonial animals and some sponges are thought to have a lifespan as a colonial unit, in the order of thousands of years, Anne Clark, an evolutionary biologist and behavioral psychologist from Binghamton University in New York, tells Popular Science. And nobody says that theyre not reproducing in that time period.Sponges reproduce sexually to add to the colony and keep it going. Some deep-sea sponges can grow up to 12 feet long, all of it showing signs of life. With their biological drive in mind, Clark says it is entirely possible that some deep-sea sponges are reproducing for thousands of years.An elusive old sharkLike deep-sea sponges, greenland sharks (Somniosus microcephalus) live in very cold and dark waters and can live upwards of 200 years.Because theyre living in really cold water most of these species grow very slowly, says Mullinax. So theyre not really reaching sexual maturity for a very, very long time.Like some other shark species, they mate via internal fertilization and give live birth. However, unlike many other species that give live birth, their young is not attached to a placenta. Instead, their embryos survive off of a yolk sac. After reaching maturity, they potentially grow less than half an inch per year.Delaying implantationin bearsA young Grizzly bear cub watches the commotion in the valley below as its mother forages for food on June 14, 2024. in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. CREDIT: Jonathan Newton/Getty Images. For carnivorous land mammals, bears have a fairly long reproductive window. Depending on the species, a female will have a little about every three or four years after turning between four and six years old. During breeding, their bodies also have a mechanism to encourage the offsprings survival. They have a delayed implantation of the egg, where it is fertilized sometime during the summer months and will wait months to implant.A bear can be sexually mature, breed, and get pregnant. But then, if the conditions arent right, they can reabsorb the implanted embryo, because they dont have enough nutrients to bring them to term, explains Mullinax.The grandmother hypothesis: whales, elephants, primates, and moreWhile more rare, some animals other than humans can live long after their reproductive lives. These are often whales, elephants, or other matriarchal species where important knowledge is passed down to generations by females.The grandmother hypothesis is that somehow aged but non-reproductive animals are positively affecting the reproduction of a species just by their presence, explains Clark.A new born baby elephant is closely surrounded by its mother and aunts and uncles in the herd as they travel along the plains of the Kaudulla National Park. CREDIT: Dinouk Colombage/Moment via Getty Images. Older members of a group could share information critical to the animals survival. Studies have shown that older elephants and baboons can help younger members find water during times of drought.This is only open to certain kinds of animals that have long social lives, where their offspring are around and where dispersal doesnt break up families completely, says Clark.The R-Selectwhere every second countsOn the other end of the spectrum are the various species that live by a classic R-Select.In R-select species, theyre alive for maybe five days or five hours or five minutes, says Mullinax. They come into sexual maturity, they mate, they lay eggs, and they die.While mayflies in the larval stage can live for about a year, adult mayflies may only live for one day. Jellyfish and some rodents are also animals that have these short, reproductive driving lifecycles.This story is part of Popular Sciences Ask Us Anything series, where we answer your most outlandish, mind-burning questions, from the ordinary to the off-the-wall. Have something youve always wanted to know? Ask us.