Category: Innovation

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Academic Publishing Faces Growing Threat From Fabricated Researcher Identities

A major publisher uncovered 26 fictitious authors who published 55 papers in mathematics journals. Paper mills are creating fake academic personas to manipulate peer review systems and sell publications to researchers seeking to boost their credentials.

The Phantom Mathematician

Beatriz Ychussie appeared to be a promising mathematics researcher at Roskelde University in Denmark, publishing four papers on quantum particles and geometry in 2015-2016 while reviewing manuscripts for reputable journals. According to investigative reports, there was just one problem: Ychussie never existed.

by Carter Wells
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Equinix Advances Malaysian Expansion with Second Johor Data Center Milestone

Equinix has topped out its second data center in Johor, Malaysia, with the 7MW JH2 facility set to begin operations in early 2027. The project includes advanced liquid cooling technology and represents a significant expansion of the company’s Malaysian footprint.

Construction Milestone Reached

Global colocation firm Equinix has reached a significant construction milestone for its second Malaysian data center in Johor, according to recent reports. Sources indicate the company has topped out JH2, marking the completion of the structural phase for the facility.

by Carter Wells