Coffee's off the hook for causing cancer, may even reduce risk
The World Health Organization's cancer agency found no evidence that coffee causes cancer. Very hot beverages, more than 140 degrees, however, probably do.
Europe accelerates startup accelerators, while US remains on cruise control
More new startup accelerators opened in Europe last year than in North America. They are increasingly seen as essential entrepreneurial training grounds.
Fun on a 25 mph, electric-powered, two-wheeled cup holder — it even has a seat
With a 20 mile range and 25+ mph top speed, the battery-powered Lithium Cycles Super 73 electric bike has fat tires good for riding on the street or beach.
Robot workers are showing up in malls, hotels, and parking lots
Robots capable of autonomous movement while completing assigned tasks are beginning to appear on sidewalks and in parking lots, hotels, and stores.
Get ready for Nest's newest thermostat and camera versions
No new Nest products have been officially announced, but sources reveal that new versions of the current thermostat and camera are on the way.
Social media account scoring by landlords and employers on the way
Score Assured will offer landlords and employers suitability reports based on all your social media accounts of prospective tenants or employees.
There’s trouble in the Nest neighborhood, so you may want to avoid moving in
Alphabet's Nest smart thermostat division may see more changes than a new CEO. Faster product to market cycles or a new company home are both possible.
No more Apples for the teacher? Schools now more likely to use Chromebooks
Apple's lead in the U.S. education market has faded. In 2015 Chromebooks had 51 percent of the K-12 market, Windows 25 percent, and Apple OS's 21 percent.
Muhammad Ali dies at the age of 74
Muhammad Ali, three-time World Heavyweight Champion boxer, poet, and social activist died in Scottsdale, Arizona. Ali was mourned around the world.
