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Blue SkyfromNature
3 days agoElectrochemical defluorinative Matteson-type homologation - Nature
The Matteson homologation, first developed in 1980, elongates carbon chains by insertion into a C−B bond. 1 This versatile reaction traditionally requires three steps: carbanion formation, nucleophilic addition to organoboron, and a thermo- or Lewis acid-promoted boronate rearrangement. These processes often demand exacting conditions, including cryogenic temperatures and handling of air- and moisture-sensitive reagents. 2,3 Here, we report a Matteson-type homologation which integrates these three transformations into a one-pot electrochemical process.
OMG science
fromFortune
1 week agoNASA's upcoming moonshot may let astronauts be the first to lay eyes on parts of the lunar far side that were missed by the Apollo program | Fortune
2026 features renewed human and robotic lunar missions, notable solar eclipses, increased auroral chances, and continued observation of interstellar comet 3I/Atlas as it fades.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 days agoMinister seeks showdown with Elon Musk's X over Grok undressing minors, as research reveals 6,700 images per hour created by its AI engine
Grok generated thousands of non-consensual nudified images per hour, triggering legal scrutiny while parent company xAI raised $20bn in new funding.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
9 hours agoMuddyWater Launches RustyWater RAT via Spear-Phishing Across Middle East Sectors
Iran-affiliated MuddyWater deploys a Rust-based implant called RustyWater (RUSTRIC) via spear-phishing Word macros to target diplomatic, maritime, financial, and telecom sectors.
Information security
fromInfoQ
20 hours agoMongoBleed Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Read Data From MongoDB's Heap Memory
A zlib decompression flaw (CVE-2025-14847, MongoBleed) allows unauthenticated remote attackers to leak uninitialized memory and exfiltrate credentials from exposed MongoDB servers.
Media industry
fromFortune
7 hours agoNetflix's $82.7 billion rags-to-riches story: How the a DVD-by-mail company swallowed Hollywood | Fortune
Netflix transformed from a DVD-by-mail startup into a dominant entertainment conglomerate pursuing an $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., HBO, and HBO Max.
Wine
fromTasting Table
1 day agoThe Absolute Best Nonalcoholic Sparkling Wine In Stores Is Worth The Splurge - Tasting Table
Bolle's Blanc de Blancs is an award-winning, alcohol-free sparkling made from chardonnay and silvaner, uniquely re-fermented after dealcoholization for layered, dry, complex flavor.
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days agoThis Luxury Hotel Brand Just Unveiled Its New Wine-and It's All You'll Want to Drink on Your Next Vacation
Montage Healdsburg launched Montage Estate wines from on-site vineyards designed and harvested by Jesse Katz, debuting a 2023 cabernet sauvignon exclusive to Montage and Pendry.
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