Spacecraft equipped with a solar sail could deliver earlier warnings of space weather threats to Earth’s technologies

The SWIFT constellation, shown not to scale in this illustration, will fly farther than its predecessors to improve space weather warning time. Steve Alvey

As more satellites are launched into orbit, space agencies are looking at how to predict space weather events that could harm them.

A Georgia Tech University course links art and artificial intelligence.

AI and art collide in this engineering course that puts human creativity first

An engineering professor teaches students to harness AI’s flaws for creative expression.

Avoiding a breast exam? 5 misconceptions about mammograms debunked

(BPT) - Have you skipped or delayed your yearly mammogram? You're not alone. According to a 2023 MedStar Health survey, 59% of American women over 40 skip their annual mammogram, and almost a quarter …

How Small Business Owners Can Beat the Big Guys at Their Own Game

(BPT) - Given the option, people like to buy from a real person. There's pride in keeping small businesses open and more dollars in the local community. These businesses make up 99% of U.S. companies …

Uber’s new shuttles look suspiciously familiar to anyone who’s taken a bus

Grist reports Uber's new Route Share program resembles buses, raising concerns about its impact on transit systems and the environment.

In Stephenson's novel 'The Diamond Age,' a device called the Young Lady's Illustrated Primer offers emotional, social and intellectual support.

AI is advancing even faster than sci-fi visionaries like Neal Stephenson imagined

Three recent developments in AI – in video games, wearable technology and education – suggest that building something like Stephenson’s Young Lady’s Illustrated Primer is possible.

How can industrial facilities minimize downtime during equipment repairs?

Global Electronic Services reports that minimizing downtime in industrial facilities enhances productivity. Strategies include proactive maintenance, stocking spare parts, and adopting digital tools.

What are passkeys? A cybersecurity researcher explains how you can use your phone to make passwords a thing of the past

Passwords are both annoying to use and vulnerable to hackers. Google is moving to support stronger, easier-to-use passkeys (and other tech companies are close behind).

Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows

Supply-chain decoupling doesn’t stop rival nations from hacking each other and can make it worse. A cyber-espionage expert explains what does work.

LG Launches 'Radio Optimism' Campaign to Spread 'Life's Good' Through Music

(BPT) - LG's New Campaign Leverages Music — the Universal Language — to Foster Deeper Connections and Expand the Life's Good Promise in Digital SpacesLG Electronics (LG) today launched a …

How Internet of Things devices affect your privacy – even when they’re not yours

Internet of Things devices are collecting an increasing amount of information, creating a web of data harvesting that ensnares people all around them.

The evolution of design thinking: From products to problem-solving across industries

Lazzoni reports on the evolution of design thinking from product-focused to a broad problem-solving framework across various industries, emphasizing empathy and user needs.

The self-service revolution: How kiosks are reshaping fast-casual dining

CheapInsurance.com reports self-service kiosks are transforming fast-casual dining, enhancing efficiency and boosting sales at major chains.

How to improve the energy efficiency of a compressed air system

Quincy Compressor reports on enhancing compressed air system efficiency through audits, leak elimination, pressure optimization, and advanced controls.

ChatGPT has the answers. Great leaders have the questions

ACT Leadership reports that effective leadership involves asking the right questions, like "What do you think?" instead of giving advice.

AI helps tell snow leopards apart, improving population counts for these majestic mountain predators

Conservationists have to search rough terrain and thousands of automated photographs to find the elusive cats. Artificial intelligence can help them work more accurately and more efficiently.

alliantgroup’s CEO on the Rise of Robotics: Why Human Expertise Still Matters Most

(Dhaval Jadav, CEO of alliantgroup) - Robotics and hard‑tech transformation are reshaping the business landscape at an extraordinary pace. What was once confined to research labs and science …

Powering America’s Future: The Case for Solar Energy

(NewsUSA) - As America’s need for electricity grows, solar energy is stepping up to meet the moment. Today, utility-scale solar power now generates enough electricity to power 22 million homes. In …

Examining the safety of self-driving technology

The General examines autonomous vehicle crash data, disengagements, and tech limits to find out where the road is headed for self-driving cars.

AI skeptic creates chatbot to help teachers design classes

The 74 reveals the open-source tool, ALDA, that could help open the prohibitive world of instructional design to everyday educators.

5 simple and delicious recipes to make in your blender

(BPT) - There's no end to the number of kitchen gadgets you can buy, but in terms of versatility, the blender cannot be matched. If you only use your blender for making smoothies, you're missing out! …

Teen tech trends and school cellphone bans

Spokeo chats about how teens use tech, what school bans miss, and why understanding device habits matters more than just limiting screen access.

Is a battery or gas mower the best? Well, it depends

(BPT) - Do you need to buy or replace your lawn mower? Because there are many different kinds of walk-behind lawnmowers to choose from, finding the right one for you can seem daunting.For example, is …

Battery Energy Storage: Powering America’s Reliable, Affordable, and Secure Energy Future

(NewsUSA) - America’s electricity demand is on the verge of a generational shift. A recent S&P study projects a 35-50% surge in demand by 2040, driven by growing electricity needs to power new …

Love in the spin cycle: How to turn laundry time into quality time

(BPT) - Laundry day doesn't have to be a drag. With a little teamwork — and the right technology — you and your partner can turn this everyday chore into a chance to connect.LG, ranked …

Consumer technologies get wet as a regular part of everyday life.

Debunking 5 myths about when your devices get wet

When it comes to drying out your drenched device, problematic myths about liquid protection and repair make it hard to separate fact from fiction.

A Strategic Partnership Between the U.S. and India Benefits Both Countries

(NewsUSA) - During Vice President Vance’s visit to India in early 2025, he emphasized the deep connection and shared vision for the future between the two nations, highlighting the need to build …

Introducing IP Buddy: Your AI-Powered Guide to Intellectual Property

(NewsUSA) - The Intellectual Property Owners Education Foundation (IPOEF) launched IP Buddy (IPBuddy.ai) today, a first-of-its-kind AI-powered digital assistant designed to make understanding …

A girl, wearing her prosthetic hands, walks to school in Uruguay.

How 3D printing is personalizing health care

Precise and flexible 3D manufacturing techniques make it possible to individually tailor everything from prosthetics to drugs.