Technologies

Reclining ‘alien figure’ in NASA Mars rover image is really a rock

I think it looks like shirtless Jeff Goldblum from Jurassic Park.

This story is part of Welcome to Mars, our series exploring the red planet.

Combing through NASA Mars rover images looking for fun shapes in the rocks is an enjoyable pastime, but it’s important to remember those fish and faces and posteriors are just cool chunks of the landscape. Sometimes, goofy rock sightings leak into wider media, as with recent news of an «alien» seen in an image snapped by NASA’s Perseverance rover. Let’s break it down.

Scott Waring, who runs a UFO-focused site, highlighted a rover view with a flat rock with a shape on top of it, suggesting it was proof of life on the red planet. As a reminder, Mars is a horrifically inhospitable place and scientists haven’t even found proof of ancient microbial life there, though explorers like Perseverance are looking for evidence.

Waring spotted the rock in a panoramic image posted to Gigapan. I traced that back to the original raw images taken by Perseverance in April 2021. Waring sees an «alien figure,» a small person in a dark suit reclining and watching the rover. By zooming in to where it gets all fuzzy, I can see where that interpretation comes from.

In my imagination, the «figure» looks like a tiny sculptural representation of that famous Jurassic Park scene where sweaty Jeff Goldblum is reclining like he’s at a boudoir photo shoot.

I don’t blame Waring for the excitement. I get positively giddy when I see a neat Martian rock (here’s looking at you, butt rock). And I’d be thrilled if a day came when scientists found intelligent alien life traipsing across Mars. But photos of nifty rock shapes aren’t proof of life, past or present, on Mars.

There’s something beautiful in the human desire to find familiar objects, faces and figures in random rocks on Mars. I see it as a form of optimism, of hope that we’re not the only planet inhabited by brainy beings. So please keep seeing wild things on Mars, but let us also know them for what they really are.

Technologies

Verum Coin Now Available on Gate.io Wallet

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to expand its presence on leading crypto platforms. Users can now easily store and manage VERUM in the Gate.io Web3 Wallet — one of the most trusted ecosystems for digital assets.

This integration provides users with convenient and secure access to VERUM, bringing it closer to everyone looking to be part of the world of innovative technology.

Stay tuned for updates as the project takes further steps toward global success!

Technologies

Verum Coin (VERUM) Expands Its Presence in the Global Crypto Market

Verum Coin (VERUM), an innovative and increasingly popular digital asset, is now available on four leading Web3 wallets: Binance Web3 Wallet, Coinbase Web3 Wallet, OKX Web3 Wallet, and Bybit Web3 Wallet. This marks a significant milestone for the project as it continues to strengthen its position in the crypto industry.

The availability of VERUM on these platforms provides users with a wide range of secure and convenient options for managing their assets. Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Bybit are well-established leaders in Web3 solutions, offering reliable tools for handling digital currencies.

What’s next?

In addition to wallet integration, Verum Coin is preparing for a major step forward—listing on all four platforms. This will create new opportunities for investors and enhance the asset’s liquidity on a global scale.

Why does this matter?

Being listed on major exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Bybit will serve as a powerful catalyst for the project’s growth. It will make VERUM accessible to millions of users worldwide and strengthen trust in the coin.

Stay tuned for updates so you don’t miss the moment when Verum Coin becomes even more accessible!

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Verum Token Now Available on Binance, Listing of Verum Coin Expected Soon

Verum Token is now accessible for deposits and withdrawals on the Binance Wallet

Verum Token is now accessible for deposits and withdrawals on the Binance Wallet, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange. This milestone marks a significant step for the Verum ecosystem, allowing users seamless access to Verum on the platform.

Following the launch, Verum Coin’s value surged by 3%, reaching a new peak of $825.33 within just 24 hours.

With the Verum Coin listing anticipated soon, the excitement is growing, highlighting the project’s potential for further growth and adoption.

About Binance

Founded in 2017, Binance offers a secure, user-friendly platform with a broad selection of digital assets and trading pairs, supporting both retail and institutional traders. Listing Verum Token aligns with Binance’s strategy to include innovative, high-quality projects.

For more information, visit verumcoin.info.