Companies in China are collecting data from their employees’ brains
Worried about Facebook harvesting your personal information and data? Well some Chinese companies are taking things a step farther by using special helmets to monitor employees' brainwaves as a means of increasing productivity.
Idaho State University loses gram of weapons-grade plutonium, faces fine
Idaho State has reportedly lost or misplaced one gram of weapons-grade plutonium. The United States agency responsible for regulating nuclear materials has levied an $8,500 fine against the school.
Is Apple poised to make a push into content production?
The world's most valuable tech brand may be seeking to expand its reach into the realm of original content production. Industry insiders believe that Apple may be preparing to make some major investments in the realms of video and music production.
Google co-founder’s letter focuses on the dangers and promises of A.I.
In this year's annual founders' letter, Google co-founder and current Alphabet president Sergey Brin discussed the promises and dangers of artificial intelligence. Brin discussed his view that the technology has the potential to change the world for the better if used responsibly.
Twitter will now highlight news stories shared by your network
Over the past couple of years, Twitter has made a strong push into the news market. The social network's newest feature is based on that goal and will make it easier to see news stories shared by your friends.
Study shows Google Assistant is smarter than its rivals
Amazon's Alexa and Microsoft's Cortana saw strong improvement over last year, but Google Assistant still leads the pack when it comes to A.I. Siri, on the other hand, did not fare so well.
The new version of YouTube Kids lets parents pick videos for their children
YouTube is updating YouTube Kids. Soon, parents will be able to hand-pick specific videos, collections of channels, and more, for their kids to watch. On top of that, parents will also be able to limit the search bar to content that they approve, meaning kids won't stumble across something they shouldn't.
Microsoft is working to cut the file size of the basic Windows 10 install
Microsoft is working on a trimmed down version of Windows 10 which lacks many of the basic features of the OS.One user noted several issues with this version of Windows 10. When he tried to install Microsoft Office, he received an error, but was given no details regarding the cause of the error.
In blow to coal industry, tech firms push for renewable energy
In a blow to the struggling coal industry, tech firms such as Google and Amazon are pushing for increased usage of clean energy. And many of their suppliers have made the move to renewable energy. Nearly two dozen of Apple's suppliers have announced that they will move to 100-percent renewable energy.
Twitter bans Kaspersky Lab from advertising on its platform
Citing alleged ties to the Russian government, Twitter has banned Kaspersky Lab advertising on the website. Twitter cited a Homeland Security notice that warned that the U.S. government was concerned about ties between "certain Kaspersky officials and Russian intelligence." Kaspersky denies the charge.
He-Man and the ‘Masters of the Universe’ have found their directors
The long-awaited reboot of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe has finally found its directors in the Nee Brothers.The live-action film is set for release by Sony Entertainment in 2019.
Oath revamps Yahoo, AOL privacy policies to allow email and photo scans
Users of Yahoo and AOL services may want to read over Oath's new privacy agreements as Verizon has recently changed them. The sites Oath owns can now scan emails, instant messages, photos, and other user data. The agreement also says that the data may be shared with Oath's parent company, Verizon.
Could Facebook be broken up over privacy concerns?
Mark Zuckerberg's problems seem to be getting worse and worse. A U.S. senator from Oregon recently warned that the company could be broken apart if it can't protect users' data.
Walmart says that store employees have embraced new robots
Walmart is expanding its fleet of robots to 50 new stores, but the company promises it won't cut any new jobs.
DARPA is seeking new ideas for how drones can be used in combat
The military's research division is soliciting new ideas regarding the use of combat drones in urban environments.
Facebook rolls out stricter rules regarding email-targeted advertisements
In light of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Facebook is pursing stricter enforcement of its privacy rules regarding advertisers.
Check out these delicious 3D X-ray scans of some classic Easter treats
Ever wanted to take an in depth look at some of your favorite Easter treats? Well now you can, thanks to a series of 3D scans of various chocolate treats.
Public trust in Facebook fades in light of privacy concerns
A pair of recently released polls show that the public in America and Germany are losing faith in Facebook's ability to safeguard their privacy.
‘Black Panther’ breaks $600 million at domestic box office
Marvel's Black Panther has reached another milestone to become one of a handful of movies to earn more than $600 million at the domestic box office.
With Willow Village, Facebook moves from digital communities to real ones
Facebook is making the move from digital communities to real ones, as work begins on its own Willow Village.
Smashwords wants to Findaway to make it easier to create audiobooks
Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing segments of the publishing industry, but they can be expensive to produce. Smashwords and Findaway Voices wants to change that.
Stephen Hawking’s last paper may lead to proof of a multiverse
Sadly, Stephen Hawking is no longer with us, but his legacy of discovery will live on. His final paper may even lead to proof of a multiverse
Facebook’s Express Wi-Fi offers internet service to developing countries
Facebook has launched its Express Wi-Fi app on the Google Play Store which aims to provide affordable internet access to people in developing countries.
State Department and Coca-Cola to use blockchain in fight against forced labor
In order to fight unfair labor practices, Coca-Cola and the State Department are turning to blockchain to help provide a means of securely validating contracts.
Conspiracy theories surface on YouTube Kids
YouTube Kids has had a rough few months and things don't seem to be slowing down. It has been reported that the family-friendly service has been playing host to conspiracy theories