🌍 East African Rift study uncovers why breaking up is hard for some continents

https://phys.org/news/2025-11-east-african-rift-uncovers-hard.html

#geology #tectonic #africa #continents

Games Community Invited to Connect with Wider Tech Ecosystem at TecTonic’s Year-End Summit

Following two sold-out events earlier in the year, the hugely popular TecTonic Night Summit is returning on Wednesday, December 10th, for a special festive gathering at The Dockyard Social in Glasgow, and the Scottish Games Network is delighted to be a community partner.

Billed as a “Year-End Exchange,” the event is a festival-style celebration of Scotland’s entire innovation ecosystem. While not a games-specific event, its focus on bringing together founders, creatives, investors, and tech leaders from across the country makes it a great opportunity for the games community to build new connections.

For game developers and studios, the summit offers a unique chance to break out of industry silos and connect with potential collaborators, mentors, and professional services from the wider tech and business sectors.

What to Expect

The evening is designed to be highly interactive, blending a vibrant “Market Square” with practical networking and a festive, celebratory atmosphere. Attendees can expect:

• A ‘Market Square’ where local startups, makers, and brands will showcase their latest innovations—an ideal opportunity for studios to exhibit their work.
• Business mentorship and office hours, providing direct access to expert advice and tech career coaching.
• AI-powered networking designed to connect attendees with the people most relevant to their needs.
• Exhibitors from a range of business services and ecosystem support organisations.
• Interactive experiences, live performances, great music, and festive food and drink to close out the year.

Nick Murray, Director of TecTonic MVMT, said of the event:

It feels like we’re at an incredibly exciting moment for Scotland’s games industry, where opportunities are emerging at the intersection of the creative, tech, and entrepreneurship sectors. TecTonic Night Summit is truly where all these worlds converge. It’s a vibrant celebration for founders, creators, builders and innovators to connect, collaborate, and spark new ideas.

This year, we’re bringing in credible games mentors as part of our Office Hours initiative, where attendees can book 1:1 time with industry experts. We’re also piloting a new AI-powered networking tool, that helps attendees find the right people to meet based on their skills, goals, and interests.

Ultimately, TecTonic is about bringing together as many interesting innovators as possible and creating the right conditions for new collaborations and opportunities as we head into 2026.

This is a perfect opportunity for anyone in the games sector to reflect on the year, make valuable new contacts outside of the usual industry circles, and celebrate with the broader Scottish innovation community.

How to Get Involved

Early Bird tickets for the TecTonic Night Summit: Year-End Exchange are on sale now.

• To purchase tickets, visit the official event page.

There are also opportunities for studios and individuals to take a more active role in the event:

• EXHIBITORS: Register interest in exhibiting in the Market Square.
• MENTORS: Register interest in offering your expertise as a Mentor.
• COMMUNITY: Register your interest in becoming a community partner.
• SPONSORS: Finally, you can indicate your interest in sponsoring the TecTonic end of year blowout.

#events #games #glasgow #networking #scotland #TecTonic

A new study provides scientists with a powerful new tool for monitoring and predicting #tectonic activity deep beneath the #seafloor at mid-ocean ridges—vast underwater mountain chains that form where Earth’s tectonic plates diverge.
#EarthScience #Ocean #sflorg
https://www.sflorg.com/2025/10/es10132503.html

USGS tectonic plates KML file

Tectonic plates are large, thin and relatively rigid plates that move relative to one another on the Earth’s surface.
The map shows the locations of M1.0+ earthquakes detected in the past seven days.

https://www.glotter.com/globetrotter/usgs-tectonic-plates-kml-file/

#Earthquake #KML #plates #tectonic #USGS

"Earth's outer layers are split into 15 slabs known as #tectonic plates.

These plates slowly shift around — moving a few centimetres every year — and often get stuck against each other due to friction."

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-31/why-russia-megathrust-earthquake-tsunami-caused-little-damage/105596034
#earthquakes #tsunamis

Trinity I, II and III 🔼 🔼 🔼
a series of light sculptures in which the main bodies are derived from a triangle. Each sculpture is handmade in a limited edition of three. Check em out on ThuhShop. If you're interested in all three DM me and we'll look for a nice price.

Cheers

https://thuhstudio.etsy.com

#sculpture #lamp #architecture #abstract #decor #object #art #light #limitededition #tectonic #tactile #shape #form #minimal #wabisabi #texture #unique #handmade #artefact #design #cyberpunk #beton

Trinity Three a light sculpture
only 🔼 🔼 🔼 made.

Dimensions and weight:
Width: 22.3 cm / 8 ¾ Inches
Depth: 10.2 cm / 4 Inches
Height: 9.2 cm / 3 5/8 Inches
Weight: +/- 1.2 Kg / 2.6 lbs

https://www.etsy.com/listing/4330943184/trinity-three-a-concrete-steel-table?ref=shop_home_active_1&cns=1&logging_key=8e8382be1a169a0ef01d8abc47241866fa407f2c%3A4330943184

#sculpture #lamp #architecture #abstract #decor #object #art #light #limitededition #tectonic #tactile #shape #form #minimal #wabisabi #texture #unique #handmade #artefact #design #cyberpunk #beton #triangular #shadow #void #structure #led

hello everyone 👋🏻
Happy to announce....
Trinity Three is finished and available. The third and last in a series of light sculptures in which the main bodies are derived from a triangle 🔼 Each sculpture is handmade in a limited edition.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/4330943184/trinity-three-a-concrete-steel-table?ref=shop_home_active_1&logging_key=8e41ea465bdaf22a6399e07655a9fd5e08533f6f%3A4330943184

#sculpture #lamp #architecture #abstract #decor #object #art #light #limitededition #tectonic #tactile #shape #form #minimal #wabisabi #texture #unique #handmade #artefact #design #cyberpunk #beton #triangular #shadow #void #structure #led

🌍🌕 Did you know the #Earth and #Moon share similar surface-shaping processes? A study by Isamu M. Matsuyama and co-researchers reveals how #tectonic forces on the Moon mirror those on Earth, offering clues to planetary evolution across the solar system. 🪐 Learn more from their dataset and article at https://doi.org/10.25422/azu.data.12935162 and https://doi.org/10.1016/j.icarus.2020.114202. Image: Stockcake
#OpenData #OpenScience #PlanetaryScience #SpaceResearch #UniversityofArizona

Tectonic Details 20th Anniversary Compilation
https://thequietus.com/news/tectonic-details-20th-anniversary-compilation/

#thequietus #News #Pinch #Tectonic

#Venus Might Have #Tectonic Activity After All

https://www.universetoday.com/articles/venus-might-have-tectonic-activity-after-all

14-May-2025
NASA’s #Magellan mission reveals possible #tectonic activity on #Venus
Using archival data from the mission, launched in 1989, researchers have uncovered new evidence that tectonic activity may be deforming the planet’s surface

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1083784 #science #SolarSystem #astrobiology

SciTech Chronicles. . . . . .May 15th, 2025

https://bit.ly/stc051525

#tectonic-like #deformation #recycling #Coronae #rhinoceros #genome #endangered #"stem cells" #Zangenite #crystallization #amorphus # #ordered #hydrothermal #"Juan de Fuca Ridge" #earthquakes #inflation #"hydrogen reservoirs" #natural #belowground #seals

🔎🌌 A #unibern and #NASA team shows that the interior of #Venus is not tectonically "dead" as originally thought.
⭕ Many of the huge ring-shaped structures on Venus hint at #tectonic processes beneath the surface 👇
https://mediarelations.unibe.ch/media_releases/2025/media_releases_2025/venus_more_tectonically_alive_than_we_thought/index_eng.html

Beyond the Controller: Why Scotland’s Game Developers Can’t Afford to Miss TecTonic Night Summit 2025

Introducing the TecTonic Night Summit 2025

Scotland’s vibrant games ecosystem is renowned for its innovation and creativity. However, staying ahead requires venturing beyond familiar horizons in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. That’s where TecTonic, Glasgow’s premier technology showcase, steps in. Taking place on Thursday 29th of May at the vibrant Barras Art and Design (BAaD) centre, TecTonic isn’t just another tech event – it’s a unique opportunity for Scottish game developers, studios and tech companies to forge unexpected connections, unlock new possibilities, and gain a crucial edge aross the ecosystem.

For developers accustomed to the familiar circuit of games events, the prospect of attending a broader technology showcase might seem outside their comfort zone. However, dismissing TecTonic Night Summit 2025 would be a missed opportunity. This isn’t about stepping away from games; it’s about recognising that the future of interactive entertainment is increasingly intertwined with advancements across diverse technological sectors.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpV9ZSIpBxI

Unlocking Unexpected Synergies: Meet the Companies You Need to Know

One of the most compelling reasons for game developers to engage with TecTonic is the unparalleled opportunity to connect with companies and individuals operating in fields they might not typically encounter. Imagine the possibilities of meeting experts in:

• Advanced Visualisation and Simulation: Companies pushing the boundaries of real-time rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality – technologies directly applicable to creating more immersive and engaging game experiences.
• Data Analytics and AI: Businesses using the power of data to understand user behaviour, personalise experiences, and even develop more intelligent game AI.
• Cybersecurity: With the increasing focus on online gaming and digital distribution, connecting with cybersecurity specialists is crucial for protecting both players and intellectual property.
• Cloud Computing and Infrastructure: Exploring scalable and robust cloud solutions for multiplayer gaming, content delivery, and backend services.
• Emerging Technologies: Get a first look at nascent technologies that could revolutionise game development and player experiences in the years to come.

These aren’t just abstract possibilities. TecTonic attracts a diverse range of exhibitors and attendees, from established tech giants to innovative startups, all eager to connect and explore potential collaborations. By stepping outside the traditional games bubble, Scottish developers can tap into a wealth of knowledge, identify potential partners for groundbreaking projects, and gain insights into technological advancements that could give their studios a significant competitive advantage.

More Than Just Networking: A Hub of Innovation and Inspiration

Beyond the invaluable networking opportunities, TecTonic offers a dynamic environment for learning and inspiration. The event features:

• Cutting-Edge Exhibitions: Witness firsthand the latest technological innovations and explore how they could be applied to game development.
• Insightful Speaker Programme: Learn from industry leaders and experts across various tech sectors, gaining perspectives that can inform your studio’s strategy and creative vision.
• Interactive Demonstrations: Experience new technologies in action and understand their practical applications.

Elevate Your Studio: Exhibit at TecTonic and Save!

For game development studios looking to raise their profile, attract potential talent, and forge business partnerships beyond the games industry, exhibiting at TecTonic presents a unique platform at the vibrant Barras Art and Design centre. By showcasing your studio’s capabilities and projects to a diverse audience of tech professionals, investors, and potential collaborators, you can:

• Expand your network: Connect with companies and individuals who might be interested in your expertise for applications outside of traditional gaming.
• Attract diverse talent: Reach a wider pool of skilled individuals with backgrounds in areas like AI, data science, and advanced engineering.
• Explore new funding opportunities: Engage with investors who may be interested in the intersection of games and other technologies.
• Position your studio as an innovator: Demonstrate your commitment to exploring new technological frontiers.

Exclusive Offer for Scottish Games Network Readers: For a limited time, any game development studio interested in exhibiting at TecTonic can have the standard £150 exhibitor fee waived! Simply mention that you are coming via the Scottish Games Network when you register your interest. This is an incredible opportunity to showcase your work to a diverse and influential audience without any upfront cost.

Don’t Miss Out: Secure Your Place at TecTonic Nivht Summit 2025

In an increasingly interconnected world, the boundaries between different technology sectors are blurring. For Scotland’s game developers to thrive and innovate, engaging with events like TecTonic is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. Step outside your comfort zone, explore the exciting possibilities that lie beyond the traditional games landscape at the unique Barras Art and Design centre, and discover the unexpected synergies that could shape the future of your studio.

Find out more and register your interest in attending or exhibiting at TecTonic on the event website: https://tectonic.scot/ (remember to mention the Scottish Games Network to claim your free exhibitor space!)

This event promises to be a catalyst for innovation and collaboration. Don’t let this unique opportunity pass you by.

#business #games #GlasgowFusionFrenzy #Scotlad #TecTonic

Weak Asthenosphere Beneath The Eurasian Interior Inferred From Aral Sea Desiccation
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https://doi.org/10.1038/s41561-025-01664-w <-- shared paper
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#GIS #spatial #mapping #remotesensing #earthobservation #inSAR #AralSea #rebound #isostaticrebound #asthenosphere #geology #structuralgeology #mantle #crust #weight #rheology #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #continent #desiccation #loss #drying #water #hydrology #elastic #viscoelastic #model #modeling #uplift #lithosphere #humanimpacts #tectonic

#rust, anyone knows if Tectonic is maintained anymore, and if we are likely to get a new release ? (Compilation of the latest release is broken on macOS right now) #tectonic #latex
(The crate I'm using as a base to make my plots has an alternate backend, but it's kind of disappointing)

Boost solves you underfull and overfull boxes warnings. 🦀

SciTech Chronicles. . . . . . . . .Mar 5th, 2025

https://bit.ly/stc030525

#cornea #epithelial #transplantation #18-months #sunspot #earthquake #Prediction #tectonic #hydrosilylation #platinum #silicon #ligand #AI #entanglement #communication #photons #LiDAR #Autonomous #Farming #odometry