How should we think about the far future of technology?
When talking about the future of technology, how far can be we look ahead? Fifty years? Thirty years? According to technologist and anthropologist Genevieve Bell, fifteen years is the maximum…
The promise of voice AI lies at work, not at home
Conversational AI has been around for a few years now, in our phones, smart speakers, and throughout connected homes. And while the adoption of this tech is steadily increasing, most…
America Can Still Achieve Its Techno-Utopian Dream
Not so long ago, the US tech industry was the global leader not only in imagining a better tomorrow but actually building it. It brought people closer together, broke down…
Fish Form Social Networks—and They’re Actually Good
Characterizing such subtle dynamics is a departure from how ecologists typically model ecosystems, tending to write off in-the-moment decision-making as inconsequential to long timescales. “Under this convention, we tend to…
The Cyber-Avengers Protecting Hospitals From Ransomware
The Czech incident made it clear to Zaidenberg that his fears were justified. Israel was in the process of locking down, and he knew he would soon have a lot…
The National Guard’s Fire-Mapping Drones Get an AI Upgrade
More than 3 million acres of California have burned this year, and 18,000 firefighters are still battling 27 major wildfires across the sooty state sometimes called golden. And every day,…
Your Photos Are Irreplaceable. Get Them Off Your Phone
As the resident tech expert among my family and friends, I often find myself making house calls when someone’s computer won’t cooperate. During a recent project, I found myself tasked…
During Covid, Eating Disorder Patients Turn to Apps
Heather was 14 years old when an eating disorder took over her life. Twelve years and one global pandemic later, mandated shelter-in-place orders terminated the in-person care she had come…
Watch Tonight’s Debate Between Trump and Biden on YouTube, Facebook, and More
President Donald Trump (left) and Democratic challenger Joe Biden (right)Photo: Getty Images (left) Drew Angerer (right (Getty Images) The first of three presidential debates between Donald Trump and Joe Biden…
The best vacuums for 2020
These days, vacuums are better than ever. Whether you’re looking for a traditional upright or a robotic counterpart, here are our picks for the best vacuums.