US Pentagon Changes Its Mind About DJI Drones
After temporarily grounding its fleet of more than 500 DJI drones in January 2020 over cybersecurity concerns, the Pentagon has finally cleared two of DJI's drones of any security risks. An analysis of the two DJI drones built for government use foun.....»»
The 2024 Kia EV9, an electric three-row SUV designed with the US in mind
Kia bets on edgy design, a futuristic interior, and plenty of interior space. Enlarge / The 2024 Kia EV9 takes many of the things people love about the Telluride but does them on one of the best purpose-built EV platforms in the.....»»
80 years later, GCHQ releases new images of Nazi code-breaking computer
GCHQ unveils new docs on Colossus, a 1943 marvel that let allies "read Hitler's mind." Enlarge (credit: GCHQ | Benj Edwards) On Thursday, UK's Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) announced the release of previo.....»»
OpenAI opens the door for military uses but maintains AI weapons ban
Despite new Pentagon collab, OpenAI won't allow customers to "develop or use weapons" with its tools. Enlarge (credit: OpenAI / Getty Images / Benj Edwards) On Tuesday, ChatGPT developer OpenAI revealed that it is collab.....»»
10 best gaming monitors of 2024: tested and reviewed
Need a screen upgrade for the latest games? These are the best gaming monitors available today for all sorts of budgets and with different features in mind......»»
Can central banks fight climate change? Researcher explains role in promoting sustainable financial practices
When you think of ways to reduce carbon emissions and cool a scorching planet, involving the U.S. Federal Reserve Board may not immediately spring to mind......»»
Sludge Videos Are Taking Over TikTok--And People"s Mind
“Sludge content” is a type of viral video that features multiple clips playing simultaneously on a screen. Experts unpack what it may be doing to the brain.....»»
An undercounted group of Arab American and Muslim voters may have outsized impact on 2024 presidential election
Though domestic issues tend to motivate most U.S. voters, the war in the Middle East may be the dominant issue in mind for an increasingly important voting block: Middle Eastern and Muslim Americans......»»
Protecting coral "nurseries" is as important as safeguarding established coral reefs, new study shows
When imagining corals, the picture that comes to mind is usually a stationary one: a garden of rock-like structures covering sections of the ocean floor. Reef conservation efforts typically focus on preserving established coral and protecting them fr.....»»
How to instantly change text between upper, lower, and title case on a Mac
If you've ever found yourself needing to change the capitalization of an entire block of text at the same time, you'll know it can be mind-numbingly tedious. Thankfully, there is a way to make things easier on Mac.On macOS, there is a wealth of optio.....»»
5 best anthology TV series you should watch right now
From genre-defining classics like The Twilight Zone to modern mind-benders like Black Mirror, these are the best anthology TV series worth watching today......»»
Meet the CineBeam Qube, LG’s New 4K Projector
Built with both form and function in mind, the Qube comes with some pretty compelling features, as far as modern projectors are concerned. The post Meet the CineBeam Qube, LG’s New 4K Projector appeared first on Phandroid. With CES 2.....»»
Watch London ring in 2024 with drones, and a LOT of fireworks
London has just welcomed the New Year with a massive fireworks display that also deployed drones during the 15-minute extravaganza......»»
Watch London see in 2024 with drones, and a LOT of fireworks
London has just seen in the New Year with a massive fireworks display that also deployed drones during the 15-minute extravaganza......»»
The curious joy of being wrong—intellectual humility means being open to new information and willing to change your mind
Mark Twain apocryphally said, "I'm in favor of progress; it's change I don't like." This quote pithily underscores the human tendency to desire growth while also harboring strong resistance to the hard work that comes with it. I can certainly resonat.....»»
11 best gaming monitors of 2024: tested and reviewed
Need a screen upgrade for the latest games? These are the best gaming monitors available today for all sorts of budgets and with different features in mind......»»
AirTags start at $20 each, Apple Watch Series 9 now $70 off, Beats Studio Buds hit $80, more
Bring a little extra peace of mind to your holiday travel with Apple’s AirTags starting at $24 each, or as little as $20 when you buy a four-pack. The savings continue over to Apple Watch Series 9, which is still in stock at $70 off before Apple ha.....»»
Snowflake accelerations mysteriously follow a predictable pattern
A winter wonderland calls to mind piles of fluffy, glistening snow. But to reach the ground, snowflakes are swept into the turbulent atmosphere, swirling through the air instead of plummeting directly to the ground......»»
NordVPN tries to scare you into using its new Apple TV app
NordVPN basically says you'll be hacked if you don't use its VPN on Apple TV. Never mind that we've all gone years without it......»»
Drones help solve forest carbon capture riddle
On a hillside overlooking cabbage fields outside the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai, a drone's rotors begin to whir, lifting it over a patch of forest......»»
Drones capture new clues about how water shapes mountain ranges over time
Drones flying along miles of rivers in the steep, mountainous terrain of central Taiwan and mapping the rock properties have revealed new clues about how water helps shape mountains over geological time, according to a team led by Penn State scientis.....»»