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Scientists Are Subverting Formal Publishing. Well, Some of Them
A survey shows which scientists are more likely to share their results before "official" publication.
Where the Yanny and Laurel Meme Comes From
Here's where the meme came from, what the recording is actually saying, and who recorded it in the first place.
The Physics of NASA's New Mars Helicopter
Needless to say, this coaxial, self-powered chopper is *not* your traditional helicopter.
How 'Fortnite,' a 'Gamer's Game,' Took Over the World
Epic's free-to-play battle royale title defies all conventional wisdom about crossover gaming success.
Jigsaw's Project Shield Will Protect Campaigns From Online Attacks
Project Shield already defends journalists and human rights groups from DDoS attacks. Now, Jigsaw will help political campaigns out as well.
It Takes a Single Autonomous Car to Prevent Phantom Traffic Jams
New research shows that the presence of just one connected, automated car can smooth traffic for everyone.
Marfa, Texas Is Getting Its Own Solar-Powered Stonehenge
English artist Haroon Mizra is recreating an ancient archeological "stone circle" in Marfa—and adding a modern twist.
RAVPower Wireless Charger Deal: Save 30 Percent
Grab a discount on RAVPower's fast, beautiful wireless chargers until the end of May.
Is This Stem Cell Clinic Really Making Cancer Vaccines?
In a Facebook live video, the CSO of one of the largest networks of stem cell clinics in the country touted a new, unregulated treatment.
This Is Ajit Pai, Nemesis of Net Neutrality
Star Wars references. Dorky tweets. Goofy videos. FCC chair Ajit Pai just wants to be one of the tech nerds, but he seems to be trying to destroy everything they believe in.
White House Cuts Top Cybersecurity Role as Threats Loom
Former national security officials say the Trump administration's decision to eliminate top cybersecurity policy roles sends the wrong message.
Twitter Will Begin Hiding All Tweets From Suspect Accounts
The social network is taking steps to limit the reach of users that exhibit "troll-like behaviors that distort and detract from the public conversation."
Uber Is Harnessing the Sexual Harassment Crisis to Rebuild Its Brand
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is trying to make Uber seem trustworthy. Ending forced arbitration is a savvy first step.
Tax Compromise Gives Amazon’s Latest Seattle Office New Life
The city council cut a proposed per-employee fee nearly in half, after Amazon and more than 100 other companies opposed the original plan.
The Sports Betting Revolution Will Be a Slow Play Online
The Supreme Court has ruled that states can legalize sports betting if they want to. So what does that mean for the internet?
The VFX Tricks That Made Black Panther's Suit So Awesome
Animators used digital tools to improve T'Challa's fight choreography, too.
Unreal Views of the Trippy Colors in Ethiopia's Danakil Desert
This hydrothermal field in Dallol puts on a hell of a show.
How Much Sex, Violence, and Hate Speech Is on Facebook?
Facebook issued its first report on objectionable content, showing the prevalence of graphic violence is rising, as is Facebook’s ability to detect it.
This Insect-Sized Flying Robot Is Powered by Lasers
It’s the first robo-fly that doesn’t need to be tethered to a power supply.
Henry the Sexbot Wants to Know All Your Hopes and Dreams
Sex doll maker RealBotix is betting that that AI can help its latest creation offer an extra layer of companionship that goes beyond sex.
How to Record Calls on Your Smartphone
Between new apps like TapeACall and good old-fashioned hardware, there are plenty of ways to save key conversations.
Americans Can't Have Audi's Super Capable Self-Driving System
And the automaker's reasons point to the American struggle to adapt to a new kind of driving.
Darpa's Next Challenge? A Grueling Underground Journey
Darpa calls on researchers to autonomously explore the innards of Earth. Get ready for high drama and some fantastical-looking robots.
Want an Xbox One X? It's $100 Off Right Now
For a new console like the Xbox One X, this $100 discount is pretty amazing.
When the Blockchain Skeptic Walked Into the Lions' Den
Jimmy Song, a venture partner at Blockchain Capital, tells the biggest cryptocurrency conference of the year that blockchain is a solution in search of a problem.
Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Ethically Iffy 'Philanthropy'
Tech moguls like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk aren't using their money to solve today's pressing problems. They're trying to change the world...again.
The Untold Story of Robert Mueller's Time in the Vietnam War
Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s job is to make sense of how Russia hacked the 2016 election. But to make sense of Mueller, you have to revisit some of the bloodiest battles of Vietnam.
Wearables Company Whoop Moves to a $30 Monthly Subscription Model
Curious consumers can now get one of Whoop's sports-tracking wearables, beloved by elite athletes, for a $30 monthly fee.
Why Trump Suddenly Wants to Save Jobs in China
In a surprising reversal, the president says he wants to avert planned sanctions on telecommunications company ZTE.
How NASA Will Look for Geysers (and Life) on Europa
Future spacecraft will scan for biomarkers of life in the ocean of Jupiter's moon.
The Ethereal Summit Shows Blockchain’s Transformative Potential
The best and worst of the blockchain were on display at last weekend's Ethereal Summit.
EFail: Encrypted Email Has a Major, Divisive Flaw
An attack called eFail overcomes the protections of encrypted email standards PGP and S/MIME.
‘Silicon Valley’ Finale Roundtable: Can the Show Go Anywhere From Here?
Previous seasons have left Pied Piper in various stages, but Unmitigated Success has never been one of them. What now?
The Race to Save Arctic Cities As Permafrost Melts
As the ground shifts beneath their feet, officials in Canada’s Nunavut turn to creative engineering to save scarce homes—and plan for a future built on bedrock.
Lessons from California Mudslides: Science's Credibility Is At Stake
Opinion: Residents' failure to follow evacuation orders in Montecito signal a loss of faith in science.
Tech Addiction and the Business of Mindfulness
Meditation isn’t for you? These phone-free social media workshops promise to build the mindfulness right into your technology.
The Japanese Space Bots That Could Build ‘Moon Valley’
The Lunar X Prize may be dead, but this startup still wants to go to the moon.
'Westworld' Is Turning Into 'Lost'—for Better or for Worse
Season 2 has already introduced more weird symbols, hidden bunkers, and beaches. Anyone else feel like they’ve heard this song before?
'Westworld' Recap, Season 2 Episode 4: More Human Than Human
This week’s episode went in a direction many fans predicted—and planted more explosives in its philosophical minefield.
Acura's RDX Comes With an Easy-to-Use Infotainment System
The 2019 RDX SUV comes with a 'True Touchpad' interface that takes the best parts of touchscreens and touchpads, to make life on the road easier than ever.
The Vehicle of the Future Has Two Wheels, Handlebars, and Is a Bike
The future of transportation looks to be merging with sci-fi. But the bike-tech revolution reminds us that innovation isn’t always about the totally new.
The Ongoing Saga of Michael Cohen Tops This Week's Internet News
President Trump's personal lawyer continued to dominate the news last week. Here's why.
Artificial Neural Nets Grow Brainlike Cells to Find Their Way
Faced with a navigational challenge, neural networks spontaneously evolved units resembling the brain cells that help living animals track their location.
California Cannabis Regulations Make Shippers Report to the Feds
To truck marijuana around the Golden State, you might have to register your vehicle with a federal government that's not too keen on your new small business.
Space Photos of the Week: Mini-Moons Make Saturn’s Rings Extra Groovy
Pan, the “ravioli moon,” carves a path through the pretty debris ringing this most photogenic of planets.
How Hard Could It Be to Repopulate the Planet?
Over the years, sci-fi's approach to so-called "Adam and Eve stories" has evolved immensely.
Hidden Alexa Commands, Cell Phone Tracking, and More Security News This Week
Hidden Alexa commands, cell phone tracking, and more security news this week.
Russia-Linked Facebook Ads Targeted a Sketchy Chrome Extension at Teen Girls
Among the Russian ads released by House Democrats this week were links promoting malicious Chrome extensions.
Weekend Tech Deals: Google Home Mini, Dell, Raspberry Pi, Anker
Google’s adorable, affordable home assistant device is now (almost) two for the price of one.
Uber's Flying Car Plan Meets a Regulator It Can't Ignore: The FAA
The FAA is down with drones, but it has a whole lot of questions before it lets Uber fill them with people.
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