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Illicit Synthetic Drugs Grow Cheaper and More Potent in US Markets
Over 1,440 new psychoactive substances have emerged since 2013, according to reports. Fentanyl has increasingly supplanted heroin in the market.
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Thermo Fisher Scientific Unveils New Analytical Instruments and Reports Stock Growth
A new report highlights stock growth of 26.73% over the past year alongside the launch of advanced analytical instruments, according to reports.
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CAL FIRE Tests Autonomous Firefighting Drones in California
CAL FIRE tested five Seneca drones on July 15, 2026, demonstrating autonomous fire suppression capabilities in collaboration with FireWERX.
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Roblox Expands Access to AI Safety Tools for Online Platforms
Roblox has shared its AI safety models with the ROOST Model Community. This aims to improve online safety tools, according to reports.
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Apple Notifies Users in 110 Countries of Spyware Targeting
A recent update indicates that notifications were sent on August 13, 2026, warning users about potential spyware targeting, according to reports.
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AI Use in Canadian Classrooms Linked to Skill Declines, Teacher Poll Finds
A recent poll shows 40% of Canadian teachers believe students use AI for homework, with over 80% noting declines in critical thinking skills.
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WHO Renews Science Council With 21 Experts and Youth Voices
The WHO appointed 21 experts to its Science Council on August 27, 2026, including two youth representatives for diverse perspectives.
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China’s Generative AI Patent Activity Sees Rapid Expansion
In 2025, China filed over 37,800 generative AI patent families, representing 8.7% of global AI patents, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization.
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U.S. Treasury Launches Quantum-Readiness Task Force for Finance
On August 24, 2026, the U.S. Treasury established the Quantum-Readiness Task Force to bolster cybersecurity in the financial sector, according to reports.
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DeepSeek Targets $74 Billion Valuation in Pre-IPO Funding Round
A funding round aims for a $74 billion valuation, following a $7.4 billion raise in June 2026, according to reports.