Elon Musk’s Neuralink now recruiting for first human trials
Neuralink has announced that it’s now accepting applications from subjects willing to have its experimental N1 computer interface implanted in their brain.
What comes after Webb? NASA’s next-generation planet-hunting telescope
The James Webb Space Telescope only launched recently, but scientists are already plotting a planet-hunting telescope that will help find worlds like our own.
TV dialogue is getting harder to understand. This change could help.
It seems that dialogue is getting harder and harder to understand. Shouldn't our access to subtitles be getting easier? This one change could make it so.
Is that asteroid a problem? Meet the planetary defense squad that decides
Earth is surrounded by potential threats like asteroids and comets, but a team of NASA scientists is always on the lookout.
These new NASA EVs will drive astronauts part way to the moon (sort of)
NASA's Kennedy Space Center has taken delivery of three new fully electric vehicles that will play a role in the upcoming Artemis lunar missions.
Virgin Galactic sets date for first tourism flight with fee-paying civilians
Virgin Galactic has announced a date for its first space tourism flight involving civilians who've paid upward of $250,000 for the experience.
5 cool smart home gadgets for summer 2023
These five smart home products will keep your house cool, your yard watered, and reduce your energy bills with little manual effort.
With 2 motors and 2 batteries, the Ariel Grizzly e-bike doubles down on speed
The Ariel Rider Grizzly X-Class 52V moped-style e-bike offers long, fast rides thanks to its dual batteries, front and rear wheel motors, and full suspension.
Could the key to living in space be … a good lighting system?
Lighting is typically more of an afterthought when it comes to space habitats, but as it turns out, it may just be the most important part
2023 Toyota Prius Prime review: no longer an ugly duckling
The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime gets a drastic makeover, along with more electric range and horsepower.
‘World’s largest sundial’ to double as green energy provider
Houston’s next piece of public art is being described as the world's largest sundial and will also produce solar power for the local community.
Can EVs be clean on a dirty electric grid?
Electric vehicles are a big part of the future, but electrical grids need to keep up. Are EVs still worth it while we're getting our power from coal?
Can a smart sprinkler system help you use less water?
Saving water is crucial in a shifting climate. Can smart sprinkler systems ensure you're only using as much as you need?
Mercedes-Benz rolls into micromobility market with foldable e-scooter
Mercedes-Benz has launched its first electric scooter, a rugged two-wheeler with a top speed of 12 mph and a 15-mile range.
Create the ultimate home energy solution with EcoFlow’s Smart Home Panel
The new EcoFlow Smart Home Panel can harden your home against extended power outages, while also making it easy to monitor and manage your energy use.
EcoFlow launches Delta 2 Max solar generator for home emergencies and outdoor adventures
The Delta 2 Max is a powerful solar generator that can power more than a dozen appliances and connects to a solar panel for increased longevity.
I was wrong. E-bikes are so practical, they’re a transit cheat code
You’ve probably rolled your eyes at them. So have I. And we’re both wrong. E-bikes are the commuting solution right under your upturned nose.
This isn’t an AirPod — it’s a wearable unlike any I’ve seen before
This wearable may go in your ear, but unlike an AirPod, it's designed to help people suffering from debilitating dizziness rehabilitate and live normal lives.
Amazon to pay $30M in FTC settlements over Alexa, Ring privacy violations
Regulators accused Amazon of violating privacy laws on a number of fronts, though the tech giant denies breaking the law.
Pluto TV will launch OUTtv Proud channel during Pride Month
To celebrate Pride Month, Pluto TV is launching its first LGBTQ+ channel, OUTtv Proud, with RuPaul’s Drag Race marathons and a spotlight on queer musicians.
Paramount+ launches special campaign for Pride Month
In honor of Pride Month, Paramount+ is launching a special collection of LGTBQ+ films and TV shows under the banner A Mountain of Pride.
These ingenious ideas could help make AI a little less evil
The winners of Mozilla’s Responsible AI Challenge contain a bunch of fantastic ideas that could put AI to good use in making the world a much better place.
Parents unite in smartphone ban for children
Parents in a town in Ireland have come together in a bid to remove the temptations of smartphones from their children’s daily life.
A SpaceX Dragon spaceship is carrying lots of fresh fruit to ISS
Besides science gear and hardware, SpaceX's Dragon is also carrying apples, blueberries, grapefruit, oranges, various cheeses, and cherry tomatoes for the crew.
Zoom’s new AI tools will let you ditch meetings for good
Zoom IQ adopts OpenAI artificial intelligence to deliver a summary of conversations to users when they enter Zoom chats.
Senators to get AI lessons ahead of regulation decisions
In a bid to get U.S. senators up to speed with AI ahead of regulating the technology, the lawmakers have been invited to attend a series of briefings.
Hubble scientists create tool for erasing satellite trails from images
Astronomers worry about how satellites could impact scientific research. Now, researchers have created a tool to deal with satellite streaks in Hubble images.
Over 2.5B Reddit users flee to protest API changes
Reddit is broken right now due to over 2 billion users fleeing the platform in protest of its recent API changes.
SpaceX marks 200th rocket landing with perfect touchdown
SpaceX achieved its 200th Falcon 9 landing on Monday, confirming yet again the viability of its reusable spaceflight system.
YouTube makes it easier for new creators to earn money
YouTube has made it easier for up-and-coming creators to start earning cash from their work after it lowered the bar for entry to the YouTube Partner Program.
Amazon deploys AI to summarize product reviews
To save shoppers time, Amazon has started using artificial intelligence to generate summaries of reviews for some of its listings.
Your Samsung smartwatch will soon get a lifesaving health feature
Galaxy Watches are adding a new health feature later this summer to monitor your heart — and it might just save your life.
Surface repair parts are now available via Microsoft Store
Microsoft has started selling replacement parts for its Surface devices in the Microsoft Store, making it easier for owners to repair their own machines.
AI ‘godfather’ says fears of existential threat are overblown
AI pioneer Yann LeCun has described talk of artificial intelligence posing an existential threat to humanity as ridiculous.
The search for habitable moons in the solar system is heating up
Recent research has found phosphorus, one of the building blocks for life, at Saturn's icy moon Enceladus.
Meta’s new AI app is both for patients with vocal cord damage and in-game NPCs
Meta (formerly Facebook) is introducing its first artificial intelligence offering in a text-to-audio app called Voicebox.
Watch this SpaceX Falcon 9 booster takes its 12th ride to space
SpaceX successfully launched an Indonesian communications satellite to orbit on Sunday using a Falcon 9 booster on its 12th flight.
James Webb telescope searches for habitability in the famous TRAPPIST-1 system
James Webb peered into the atmosphere of what was thought to be a Venus-like planet, and saw something unexpected.