Alex Morrison

England

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Top scientists call for permanent ban on high seas exploitation

4 days ago | news.exeter.ac.uk | Alex Morrison

Extractive activity in international waters – including fishing, seabed mining, and oil and gas exploitation – should be banned forever, according to top scientists. The high seas, the vast international waters beyond national jurisdiction, remain largely unprotected and are increasingly threatened.
Electric trucks overtaking diesel on lifetime cost

2 weeks ago | techxplore.com | Alex Morrison |Lisa Lock |Robert Egan

Electric trucks are on course to overtake diesel equivalents on lifetime cost—and smart policies can accelerate this transition, new research shows. Researchers compared the "total cost of ownership" of commercial vehicles—including purchase price, fuel/electricity and maintenance over the lifetime of a vehicle.
MEXC Strengthens its Security Reputation With Successful Hacken Security Audit

3 weeks ago | cryptostudent.io | Alex Morrison

Cryptocurrency exchange MEXC has passed a full-spectrum security audit conducted by a Web3 cybersecurity firm, Hacken, further strengthening its reputation for user protection and platform security. In the recent review of MEXC’s mobile application infrastructure, Hacken found no severe or high-risk vulnerabilities, spotlighting the exchange’s strong defense mechanisms against potential exploits and cyber threats.
Wasp mums use remarkable memory when feeding offspring

1 month ago | news.exeter.ac.uk | Alex Morrison

Wasp mothers have stunning brainpower when it comes to feeding their young, new research shows. Digger wasps make a short burrow for each egg, stocking it with food and returning a few days later to provide more. The study reveals that mother wasps can remember the locations of up to nine separate nests at once, rarely making mistakes despite the fact nests are dug in bare sand containing hundreds belonging to other females.
Coastal megacities expose wildlife to 'relentless' boat traffic

1 month ago | phys.org | Alex Morrison

Coastal megacities expose ocean wildlife and habitats to "relentless" boat traffic, new research shows. The study focused on China's Greater Bay Area, a coastal megalopolis encompassing Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.
Gorilla study reveals complex pros and cons of friendship

1 month ago | news.exeter.ac.uk | Alex Morrison

Friendship comes with complex pros and cons – possibly explaining why some individuals are less sociable, according to a new study of gorillas. Scientists examined over 20 years of data on 164 wild mountain gorillas, to see how their social lives affected their health. Costs and benefits changed depending on the size of gorilla groups, and differed for males and females.
Chip-shop fish among key seabed engineers

1 month ago | news.exeter.ac.uk | Alex Morrison

Many of the fish we eat play a key role in maintaining the seabed – and therefore our climate, new research shows. Convex Seascape Survey scientists assessed the role of fish in bioturbation (churning and reworking sediments) in shallow UK seas. The Atlantic cod – a staple in chip shops – jointly topped the list of these important “ecosystem engineers” (along with Atlantic hagfish and European eel).
Don’t Sleep on These 4 Best Cryptos to Buy in April 2025

1 month ago | cryptostudent.io | Alex Morrison

The crypto market in April 2025 is moving like a shot of espresso through a Monday morning—fast, buzzing, and packed with opportunity. Bitcoin ETFs are pulling billions into the market, AI is reshaping Web3 development, and more businesses across North America are stacking stablecoins to manage cross-border payments. It’s not about “if” the next breakout comes; it’s about being ready when it does. Enter Qubetics ($TICS).
Ethereum Price’s Brutal Downtrend Pushes Traders to RCOF for a 1,255% Edge

1 month ago | cryptostudent.io | Alex Morrison

Ethereum price has dropped 44.5% over the past year, leaving traders searching for alternatives to recapture lost gains. However, while Ethereum (ETH) struggles to break free from its bearish trend, a new opportunity has emerged in RCO Finance (RCOF), a DeFi platform poised for explosive growth. With its presale gaining momentum and a projected 1,255% surge post-listing, RCO Finance is drawing attention from investors eager to capitalize on its AI-driven financial tools and institutional backing.
ChatGPT-4o Predicts Strong Surge for Solana Price in the Next 3 Months and Names the Next SOL Under $0.50

1 month ago | cryptostudent.io | Alex Morrison

The crypto market is ablaze as we negotiate 2025; some currencies attract the interest of consumers and institutional investors alike. Solana’s price looks solid today, showing a 7% increase with trading volumes up 85% to $2.56 billion. Renewed investor interest in SOL has emerged due to strong network adoption and growing optimism..