As countries around the world look to follow Australia’s lead in restricting young people’s access to social media, …
Troy Oakes
Troy Oakes
Troy was born and raised in Australia and has always wanted to know why and how things work, which led him to his love for science. He is a professional photographer and enjoys taking pictures of Australia's beautiful landscapes. He is also a professional storm chaser where he currently lives in Hervey Bay, Australia.
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You’re probably familiar with the idea that in the world of big tech, “we” are the product. Our …
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Space
An Abandoned SpaceX Rocket Is About to Crash Into the Moon. The Real Problem Comes Next
by Troy OakesIn the early hours of August 5 (UTC), an abandoned SpaceX rocket stage is expected to slam into …
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Since November 2022, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been rewriting billions of emails, student assignments, reports, and break-up …
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Science Unmasked
Microscopic Plant Remains Reveal 25,000 Years of GunaiKurnai Rituals Deep in a Victorian Cave
by Troy OakesDeeply etched into a cliff face in GunaiKurnai Country, near the township of Buchan in East Gippsland in …
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Technology
OpenAI’s Models Autonomously Hacked a Tech Startup. It Signals a Seismic Shift in Cybersecurity
by Troy OakesAn autonomous agent powered by OpenAI’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models went rogue during a security test and …
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Space
There Are Already 16,000 Satellites in Earth’s Orbit. How Will We Manage the Next 100,000?
by Troy OakesEarth’s orbit is getting crowded. About 16,000 satellites currently circle our planet, supporting everything from GPS navigation and …
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Science Unmasked
80-Million-Year-Old Snake Fossil Sheds Light on Why Lizards Lost Their Limbs and Started Slithering
by Troy OakesSnakes are everywhere in our legends and mythology. Yet for most of us, our blood runs cold whenever …
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Science Unmasked
‘Like Someone Whacking a Piñata’: Orcas Explode Sunfish by Ramming Them at High Speed
by Troy OakesAn adult orca cruises near the surface of the clear, blue water, holding a large sunfish carcass in …
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Science Unmasked
Australia’s Most Diverse Marsupial Predators Have Been Hiding Their Origins for Millions of Years
by Troy OakesWhen you think of carnivorous marsupials, you probably picture the Tasmanian devil or perhaps a spotted-tailed quoll. But …