Biden Names Jessica Rosenworcel Acting FCC Chair
President Joe Biden has named Jessica Rosenworcel, the FCC's leading Democrat, as acting FCC chairwoman. She is replacing Ajit Pai, who concluded his four years as chairman yesterday. Engadget reports: Rosenworcel is known as defender of net neutrali.....»»
What Will macOS 15 Be Called?
We’re less than a month away from WWDC 24 which means we’re just weeks away from finding out the name for macOS 15. We haven’t seen any rumors, but we do have a potential list of names. Apple’s annual developer event kicks off.....»»
U.S. trade chief calls for "decisive" action to shield EV sector from China
The U.S. must take "decisive" action to protect electric vehicles from subsidized Chinese competition, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said on Wednesday as she completes a review of Trump-era China tariffs and considers President Joe Biden's.....»»
A Perfect Fit: The Fractal Vice Chair
The fractal chair is like a steampunk version of memory foam, giving you the (almost) perfect seat to take a load off. The post A Perfect Fit: The Fractal Vice Chair appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
AI set to enhance cybersecurity roles, not replace them
In this Help Net Security interview, Caleb Sima, Chair of CSA AI Security Alliance, discusses how AI empowers security pros, emphasizing its role in enhancing skills and productivity rather than replacing staff. AI is seen as empowering rather than r.....»»
Biden rule hikes fees for oil projects on public lands
Oil companies drilling on public lands must post larger bonds and pay higher royalties under a rule finalized Friday by the Biden administration......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (April 12-14)
Looking for a good film to watch on Netflix this weekend? Then stream these three underrated movies starring Colin Farrell, Jessica Chastain, and more......»»
3 great Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (April 12-14)
Head into the weekend with three great Hulu movies starring John Cena, Jessica Chastain, Michael Shannon, Kathryn Newton, and more......»»
TSMC’s $65 billion bet still leaves US missing piece of chip puzzle
TSMC will begin making 2 nm chips in Arizona starting in 2028. Enlarge / President Biden speaking at the official opening of TSMC’s first Arizona fabrication plant in December 2022. The Taiwanese chipmaker plans to start manufa.....»»
Biden plans sweeping effort to block Arctic oil drilling
The U.S. set aside 23 million acres of Alaska's North Slope to serve as an emergency oil supply a century ago. Now, President Joe Biden is moving to block oil and gas development across roughly half of it......»»
Key U.S. lawmaker urges Biden to permanently ban Chinese EVs from America
U.S. President Biden is considering hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs amid growing pressure on the White House to take further steps to prevent Chinese vehicle imports......»»
Biden Administration Announces $6.6 Billion for Made in America Microchips
The funds for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. mean the company can expand plans for two facilities in Phoenix and add a third. WILMINGTON, Del. — The Biden administration pledged on Monday to provide up to $6.6 billio.....»»
I went hands-on with Sony"s new ULT Field 1 speaker
Sony released the new ULT Power Sound series with a focus on bass. We tested the ULT Field 1 portable Bluetooth speaker. There’s cause for celebration: Sony just announced a new line of products with names that don’t sound like stro.....»»
The 6 best Herman Miller alternatives in 2024
While there's nothing quite like a Herman Miller office chair, there are plenty of other products to consider. Here are the six best Herman Miller alternatives......»»
Japanese astronaut to be first non-American to set foot on moon
A lucky Japanese astronaut will become the first non-American to set foot on the moon during one of NASA's upcoming Artemis missions, US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday......»»
Biden says Japanese will be first non-American on moon
A Japanese person will be the first non-American to walk on the moon, US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday during a state visit by Japan's prime minister......»»
US announces tough tap water standards for "forever chemicals"
US President Joe Biden's administration on Wednesday announced the first nationwide tap water standards to protect the public from toxic "forever chemicals" linked to serious health harms ranging from cancers to developmental damage in children......»»
"Make Sweden Great Again"—the far right found each other on Twitter during the Swedish election
Media researcher Jessica Robinson has looked at the topics that trended on Twitter—now X—during the 2020 US presidential election and the Swedish parliamentary election in 2018. In her research, she has analyzed around 500 million tweets......»»
Opposition to U.S. Steel-Nippon deal concerns automakers
A major trade group wants the Biden administration to prohibit a Cleveland-Cliffs takeover if the Nippon Steel deal were to fall apart......»»
MagSafe Monday: LISEN 3 in 1 Charging Station is the most compact MagSafe dock you’ll find
Every desk setup is different. Some people have a Magazine-worthy office with a large desk looking over the Appalachian mountains. Other people have a TV tray with a kitchen chair tucked into the corner. Most people think everyone else is in the form.....»»
FCC chair rejects call to impose Universal Service fees on broadband
New fees on broadband could cause “major upheaval," FCC plan says. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | BernardaSv) The Federal Communications Commission chair decided not to impose Universal Service fees on Internet servic.....»»