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Chris Gallagher

Chris Gallagher

Author/Co-Author of 160 articles

Chris Gallagher is a New York native with a business degree from Sacred Heart University, now thriving as a professional writer in the heart of New York City. Chris blends their writing skills with their city's energy to craft compelling content and build meaningful connections.

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AI video: The creator’s first steps into the digital future

For years, there has been talk and much debate around AI video generation, and it’s been centered primarily on how to produce cinematic-level perfection. That is, making the output look as real as, say, a Hollywood movie. Every technical next step has brought creators closer to that goal: better lighting, more believable faces, and physics […]
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AI now drives product discovery for millions of Americans 

A new study shows AI and social platforms are driving record traffic to online stores—but 80% of shoppers still abandon their carts Online retail is experiencing rapid traffic growth, yet most shopping journeys end without a purchase.  Recommended Videos To understand why, Semrush and Statista analyzed millions of shopping sessions across major e-commerce platforms.  Their […]
Pen, Electronics, Mobile Phone

Job listing mistakes to avoid to get top-tier candidates

A job search starts with a tiny choice: a title that’s plain, a salary range that’s visible, and a summary that respects time. On large marketplaces like ZipRecruiter, those details often decide what surfaces and what sinks. Feeds reward clarity, and candidates skim fast, after all. The stakes are simple enough. Small edits could lift […]
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E-Bikes and the future of mobility: How Jasion is changing city travel

City life is changing fast. Traffic, gas prices, and environmental concerns are motivating people to seek better ways to get around. One answer gaining popularity is the electric bike. Although once a fashionable accessory, e-bikes are now considered a true alternative for city transport. Precedence Research predicts that the market for e-bikes globally will reach […]
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

iPhones for Lifeline participants: AirTalk Wireless provides accessibility

If you’ve been keeping tabs on the Lifeline program – the government initiative that helps low-income Americans stay connected – a notable shift may have gone under your radar. AirTalk Wireless, one of the major players in this space, has been doing something that would have seemed unlikely before: offering premium smartphones to qualifying users. […]
Architecture, Building, Factory

AI-driven recycling at scale: How ATRenew advances the circular economy

ATRenew is a tech platform designed to give a second life to electronic devices through large-scale recycling and trading. Established in 2011, the company has over 2,000 offline stores in 291 cities across China, offering data-driven systems for smartphones and other electronic devices.  Rethinking quality inspection processes The foundation of ATRenew’s operations is its C2B2C […]
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Shunya Labs’ ZeroMed recognized for breakthrough accuracy and privacy to patient data

Shunyalabs.ai has launched ZeroMed, a next-generation automatic speech recognition (ASR) system designed specifically for healthcare environments. The company calls it “a breakthrough domain-optimized automatic speech recognition system tailored to medical and clinical workflows,” delivering “best-in-class accuracy and ultra-low training overhead.” ZeroMed reportedly achieves a word error rate (WER) of 11.1% and a character error rate […]
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Practical urban travel: Ausom delivers power, style, & sustainability

Mornings in big cities often blur into the same scene: buses overflowing with passengers, cars inching forward in gridlock, and cyclists squeezing through narrow lanes. For many, commuting feels less like a choice and more like a daily routine dictated by necessity. But in this sameness, a growing number of people are looking for something […]
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IQ tests are becoming data tools and MyIQ is a leader in the transition

As the self-quantification movement matures, users are expanding beyond physical tracking to assess how they think, decide, and adapt. In this shift, platforms like MyIQ are gaining new relevance. Once dominated by steps, calories, and sleep cycles, the self-tracking landscape is tilting toward cognition. It’s no longer just about what the body does – but […]
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How DIY Maker Culture is Changing Accessibility, Design, and Prototyping

Over the past decade, desktop CNC machines and other digital fabrication tools have quietly transformed the way people create. They have enabled industrial professionals, educators, and DIY enthusiasts to craft intricate works with greater precision and consistency. As a leader in intelligent desktop CNC technology, Makera is lowering the barriers to creation through innovation and […]
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Carol Xie Taught AI How to Hire Like a Human

Companies these days deal with thousands of online résumés while job seekers send out applications into the void. Recruiters suffer from disconnects regarding what hiring managers are looking for, and candidates rarely know whether their experience properly applies to the job’s needs. The result is inefficiency on both sides: organizations struggle to find the right […]
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Redefining Robotics and AI: Karthikeya S Parunandi’s Role

Karthikeya S Parunandi’s career began far from the laboratories where he now architects the core algorithms behind advanced robots and self‑driving cars. From a rural Indian village to premier robotics conferences, his work is defined by tangible, large-scale impact. During his master’s program, he conducted original research that became the foundation for six peer-reviewed papers […]
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Humbirdy AI Bird Feeder 4K Ultra: The Unseen World, Revealed

In the silence between moments, a bird arrives and departs. Only the gentle sway of a branch and a scattering of seeds remain. Upon reviewing the ultra high-definition recording, a female American Goldfinch was discovered, captured with perfect clarity by Humbirdy AI Bird Feeder 4K Ultra.This device does more than feed birds; it unveils a […]
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How Propy’s AI agents are transforming the future of real estate closings

For many homebuyers, closing on a property is supposed to be a moment of celebration. Instead, it often feels like a step back in time, with long waits for signatures and approvals, stacks of papers to review, and never-ending email threads. In an era where fintech can move billions in seconds, the process of transferring […]
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Inside the tech: Pricing information for a new digital era

Companies of all sorts run on information to handle services like news platforms, e-commerce and financial markets, and enterprise analytics. But despite the central role data plays, its value remains largely undefined. Online platforms reward engagement above basic accuracy, allowing misinformation to spread fast and unchecked, while businesses struggle to quantify the worth of the […]
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Applications of advanced aramid fibers in modern consumer design

Six times stronger than steel, aromatic polyamide (aramid) is a kind of synthetic, high-performance fiber commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and military applications. Recently, these advanced composite materials have found their way into the mobile accessories industry. Today, aramid fibers serve as an example of how engineering-led design can elevate everyday objects. Aramid Fiber and […]
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AI assistants are becoming your next coworker, but who teaches them the business?

From AtScale’s vantage point, the rise of AI copilots and assistants in the workplace is accelerating at a pace few predicted even two years ago. In 2025, a Gallup report found that as many as 40% of employees in the U.S. regularly use some form of AI at work, doubling the rate from just two […]
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Crypto Platforms in 2025: How everyday users are engaging with digital assets

As cryptocurrency continues to move from niche circles into the mainstream, more individuals are exploring digital assets as part of their financial toolkit. While the technology behind crypto has matured over the past decade, one challenge remains for everyday users: choosing the best crypto platform that meets their needs for security, custody, and ease of […]
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The overlooked frontier of Cybersecurity: Operational technology needs are urgent

In the rapidly shifting landscape of cybersecurity, many organizations focus their defenses where they believe the greatest threats lie: their information systems. They invest heavily in IT security, deploying firewalls, endpoint protections, and intrusion detection systems designed to guard data and networks. Yet a critical blind spot remains in how companies protect the physical systems […]
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The smart way to cut your phone bill while traveling

A week in Europe, careful data usage, a pre-purchased international plan — and still a $120 roaming bill waiting at home. This scenario repeats itself for American travelers who assume their carrier’s international options provide adequate value. The numbers don’t support that assumption. Major US carriers charge $12 per day for international access — $336 […]
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Tools, tips, and trade-offs: 4 ways TubeBuddy simplifies YouTube optimization

YouTube video creation has evolved quite a bit since the platform launched over 20 years ago. Over the years, YouTube has become one of the most important social platforms on the planet, with millions of creators using the site to connect with audiences across the globe. Regardless of their niche, however, many creators struggle with […]
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How Leonardo Lopez Scales AI for Thousands of Users

At just 18, Leonardo Lopez has already navigated a path few would dare to imagine. His work throughout his young career has been marked by early experimentation, an interest in AI, and a lasting desire to make systems feel natural, personal, and genuinely useful for regular people. Now, as a software engineer at Delphi, he […]
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Balancing Light and Privacy: Exploring Yoolax Motorized Dual Shades

Managing light and privacy has long been one of the trickiest aspects of home design. A bedroom flooded with early morning sun can disrupt rest, yet blocking all light during the day leaves the space feeling dim and unwelcoming. In living rooms, large windows create a bright, open atmosphere, but they also expose the interior […]
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Readdy Agent makes websites work like digital employees

The web is evolving. Once based on static pages and templates, websites have now entered a new stage: intelligent, always-on agents. The AI-driven website builder Readdy is supporting that change by introducing Readdy Agent, a feature that transforms regular websites into intelligent, interactive business partners From Static Pages to Digital Partners Websites have been used […]
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Neelam Gupta: Shaping the future of data and AI for a smarter world

Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword, it is a societal force transforming how people live, work, and connect. Few leaders have been as pivotal in shaping this transformation as Neelam Gupta, a recognized strategist and innovator in Data and AI. Over more than two decades at Microsoft, Accenture, Avanade, and HCL Technologies, Gupta has […]
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Ahmed Allam on Taking Strix to #1 on Hacker News

In less than half a year, a cybersecurity startup co-founded by Ahmed Allam has gone from late-night brainstorming sessions in a university dorm room to topping the front page of Hacker News. Strix, the company Allam co-founded with a university friend, builds agents that scan codebases to spot potential errors or vulnerabilities. The concept resonated […]
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From hedge fund star to AI innovator: Rohit Chaudhary is on a mission with Auxage

The challenge for today’s market participants isn’t access to information — it’s making sense of it. Every day, global markets pulse with billions of signals, from shipping manifests and retail transactions to political shocks and social media chatter. Algorithms react in milliseconds to these signals, leaving even seasoned investors struggling to separate meaningful insights from […]
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More than a tech add-on, smart shades might offer a lifestyle upgrade

The growing popularity of smart home technologies has led many common household items to be reimagined with convenience and automation in mind. Once manual, decorative, or otherwise static fixtures of the home are now contributors to the functionality of a space. Window blinds are one such item, with their motorized counterparts combining style, comfort, and […]
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Beyond the App: How a rural Illinois bank is changing fintech 

One small-town bank in rural Illinois just showed how financial technology can help everyone, not just those who are quick to download the latest app. Ipava, Illinois, is a tiny rural town, home to just a few hundred people. Here, life moves a little slower, and generations of families have relied on their local bank […]
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Future-Ready Resumes: Data-Driven Tips to Help Job Seekers Get Hired Faster

In 2025, eighty-three percent of companies already use AI to review resumes. For candidates, that means a machine is almost always the first “reader” of their application. The good news is that those machines are smarter than ever. The bad news is that they are also stricter. “People still fear they’ll be automatically rejected by […]
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Why Data Infrastructure Needs a Complete Rethink

Businesses today rely heavily on data to make faster decisions, optimize operations, and unlock revenue streams. Yet most enterprises are drowning in fragmented data infrastructure, with engineering teams spending more time maintaining disconnected pipelines than building new capabilities. Meanwhile, the demand for systems capable of real-time analytics continues to grow, creating a wider gap between […]
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From skepticism to standard: Credit cards then, BNPLs like Sezzle & Affirm Now

Picture this: Financial experts are debating about a new financial product, with varying perspectives on its role in consumer finance. You’re probably thinking about the current Buy Now, Pay Later debate. But these exact same debates dominated headlines in the 1960s when credit cards first hit the market. Recommended Videos Today’s BNPL skepticism feels eerily […]
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How amp’s smart gym technology changes home workout routines

amp's AI fitness app uses smart gym technology to deliver personalized workouts that adapt in real-time to your performance and energy levels.
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No More Lost Keys: How Smart Locks Are Changing Home Security 

Almost everyone has experienced fumbling for keys in the dark, misplacing a set right before leaving the house, or worrying about who might have a copy. Traditional keys come with real drawbacks. They can be lost, stolen, or duplicated without permission, exposing homeowners to security risk.Carrying them everywhere adds to the inconvenience, and older lock […]