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It turns out the twists and turns and back stabbing of Game of Thrones can seen in nature, in colonies of naked mole rats! Listen to this recent episode of Shortwave from NPR that describes the ins and outs of feuding mole rats.
Image: Markus J. Buehler
Scientists and MIT used laser imagery to make 3D maps of spider webs and then calculated the vibrating frequency of each thread based on size and elasticity. Using this information, Markus J. Buehler's team then converted these frequencies into sound and music.
Image: Quantum Country
Quantum Country is a new website that aims to introduce everyone to quantum computing and quantum mechanics using cognitive science methods to make it easier for readers to remember the basics.
Image: Unsplash, Jorge Ramirez
In 2018 the high roller database of a casino was stolen, via a smart fish-tank thermometer! Hackers were able to access the network through the connected thermometer and complete the heist without setting foot in the casino.
Image: Mixcloud, Simon Kilshaw
Want some old skool remixes and mashups to brighten up your day? Check out Simon Kilshaw's latest Mixcloud release.
Image: Strange Boy - Waiting
Check out Strange Boy's latest belter of a song Waiting released this week, produced by Enda Gallery.
Found This Week is a curated blog of interesting posts, articles, links and stories in the world of technology, science and life in general.
Each edition is curated by Daryl Feehely every Friday and highlights cool stuff found each week.
The first 104 editions were published on Medium before this site was created, check out the archive here.
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