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Inside Australia’s AI for science hackathon

AI Scientists Race to Solve Real-World Problems in Australia Australia's AI for science hackathon brought together scientists and AI experts to develop practical solutions for critical challenges. Participants focused on accelerating breakthroughs across cancer research, agricultural innovation, and other high-impact fields. The event demonstrated how collaborative AI development can rapidly transform ideas into real-world applications.

ITMO’s Monday Science Roundup #101

ITMO Scientists Share Breakthroughs in Materials and Medical AI ITMO University's latest science roundup highlights advances in advanced materials research and medical applications of artificial intelligence. The institution also hosted an AI hackathon and announced increased stipends for high-achieving students. These developments showcase progress across multiple scientific disciplines over the past two weeks.

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Tech Learning Platform HackerNoon Hits 100M Visitors HackerNoon, a free community platform, has reached 100 million visitors seeking technology education and insights. The site features over 25,000 contributing writers sharing hacking knowledge and tech trends. It's become a go-to resource for developers and tech enthusiasts worldwide.

Ask Hackaday: Using CoPilot? Are You Entertained?

AI Coding Assistants: Should They Write Code For You? Hackaday explores the growing debate around AI chatbots like CoPilot and their role in software development. The question centers on whether these tools should fully generate code or serve as learning aids. The community remains divided on the appropriate balance between automation and developer skill-building.

Pro-Iranian group claims credit for hack of FBI Director Kash Patel's personal account

FBI Director Kash Patel's Personal Account Breached by Pro-Iranian Hackers A pro-Iranian hacking group called Handala has claimed responsibility for breaching FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, posting years-old photographs and personal documents online. The FBI confirmed awareness of the attack but stated the compromised information is historical and contains no government data. The breach marks a significant security incident targeting a top U.S. law enforcement official.

Students Design AI-Powered Health Solutions at Cornell Health Hackathon

Cornell Students Win Health AI Innovation Competition Over 100 students from Cornell and 17 other universities competed in the Cornell Health AI Hackathon in New York City on March 6–8. Teams designed AI-powered solutions addressing real healthcare challenges. The event showcased emerging talent in applying artificial intelligence to medical problems.

Stryker cyberattack alarms health systems

Stryker Cyberattack Disrupts Hospital Operations Nationwide A major cyberattack on Stryker, a global medical device technology company, compromised over 200,000 devices using Microsoft software vulnerabilities. A pro-Iran hacktivist group claimed responsibility for the attack. Michigan hospitals have implemented backup communication systems as a precautionary measure amid ongoing disruptions.

Medical device giant hit by global network disruption after cyberattack possibly linked to pro-Iranian group

Stryker Cyberattack: Pro-Iranian Group Disrupts Medical Device Giant Medical device manufacturer Stryker experienced a significant network outage Wednesday following a cyberattack allegedly claimed by a pro-Iranian hacktivist group. The disruption affected global operations and raised concerns about vulnerabilities in critical healthcare infrastructure. Stryker is working to restore systems and assess the extent of the breach.

Iran appears to have conducted a significant cyberattack against a U.S. company, a first since the war started

Iran's First Major Cyberattack on US Firm Since War Began An Iran-linked hacker group claimed responsibility for breaching a medical technology company, marking the first significant cyberattack against an American firm since the recent conflict escalation. The attack signals a potential shift in Iran's cyber strategy during the ongoing tensions between the two nations.