Alien Earth Still Elusive Despite Huge Exoplanet Haul[ Wed, 11 May 2016 20:33:00 GMT ]The first 'alien Earth' continues to evade detection.

Yahoo Working With US House After Reported Email Attacks[ Thu, 12 May 2016 04:41:53 GMT ]The House has blocked access to its networks from Yahoo mail accounts, according to a House IT office memo that emerged last week.

Cybersecurity? You're on Your Own, SWIFT Tells Banks[ Thu, 12 May 2016 10:36:56 GMT ]SWIFT has told its bank customers that they are responsible for securing computers used to send messages over its global network.

Boston Bests 'Cutthroat' Silicon Valley for Tech Talent[ Thu, 12 May 2016 11:07:31 GMT ]Boston is the U.S. city best placed to capitalize on the shift to a digital economy, with the tech-centered San Francisco Bay Area second.

Hyperloop One Tests Futuristic Tech in First-Ever Demo[ Wed, 11 May 2016 20:59:00 GMT ]The future of transportation could be closer than you think as Hyperloop One tested its electric engine in its first open-air demonstration.

FBI director blames 'viral video effect' for spike in violent crime - CNET[ Thu, 12 May 2016 05:30:08 +0000 ]James Comey says a fear of ending up on the Internet may be leading to less aggressive policing.

Kanye West somehow steals the spotlight in the first 'Assassin's Creed' trailer - CNET[ Thu, 12 May 2016 05:01:53 +0000 ]The first trailer for the upcoming adaptation of the popular video game series, to be released in December, is now online.

NBC picks up DC Comics' 'Powerless' comedy - CNET[ Thu, 12 May 2016 08:21:35 +0000 ]Touted as the first comedy set in the DC Universe, it stars Vanessa Hudgens as an insurance agent who deals with damages caused by superheroes.

TalkTalk sees profits halved following cyberattack last year - CNET[ Thu, 12 May 2016 09:40:45 +0000 ]The UK broadband provider's profits plunged as it upped its spending on security.

'Crowd Control,' part 4: When your parents give you life...and superpowers - CNET[ Thu, 12 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]As our crowdsourced science fiction novel continues, we meet another of humanity's heroes and take a ride in a Quetzalcoatl M-8.

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Half of teens think they're addicted to smartphones[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:11 EDT ]Podcast favorites: Bernie gets the Axe | Radical Islam in America | Graham Opposes GOP Leader

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Uber to Offer Union Representation to NYC Drivers[ Tue, 10 May 2016 19:55:00 GMT ]Uber will join with the International Association of Machinists to launch a guild to represent drivers of the ride-hailing service in New York City.

Senate GOP Wants Face Time With Facebook Over 'Bias'[ Tue, 10 May 2016 21:54:00 GMT ]The head of the Senate Commerce Committee wants to grill Facebook employees over reports the site squelches conservative views.

Wal-Mart Sues Visa Over Chip-Card Transactions[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:49:13 GMT ]Wal-Mart is suing Visa for allegedly forcing the retailer to let customers use signatures when paying with their chip-based debit cards.The

China Tech Bosses Prefer Workers Who Sleep on the Job[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:18:00 GMT ]Office workers sleeping on the job has long been a common sight in China, where a surplus of cheap labor gives workers plenty of downtime.

Dating Site Hooks Up Trump-Hating Yanks With Canucks[ Wed, 11 May 2016 07:02:00 GMT ]The site, run by a young Texan, promises to 'Make dating great again.'

George R.R. Martin publishes new chapter of his next 'Game of Thrones' book - CNET[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:32:46 +0000 ]Dornish princess Arianne Martell is plotting insurrection in the new teaser for Martin's long-awaited book "The Winds of Winter".

'Civil War' directors creating new Chinese superhero, won't be called Captain China though - CNET[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:32:11 +0000 ]Fresh from the huge hit "Captain America: Civil War", the Russo brothers will co-produce a trilogy of movies in China featuring an original superhero.

Sign up to be a Firefox Test Pilot, it's just like being a real pilot only a crash won't kill you - CNET[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:06:10 +0000 ]Be the first to arrange your tabs down the side of the screen and other experimental features in Mozilla's new scheme.

'Crowd Control,' part 3: Forever young is so cliche... - CNET[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]In the second chapter of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel, it's becoming possible to live much, much longer on Earth, but not everyone is excited about the high-tech fountain of youth.

Five things I would never have said about Marvel movies in 2008 - CNET[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:00:06 +0000 ]Commentary: Dunno if you've noticed this, but "Captain America: Civil War" was kind of a big deal. And a good time to stop and reflect briefly on the series.

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Half of teens think they're addicted to smartphones[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:11 EDT ]Podcast favorites: Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Bernie gets the Axe | Guns in America

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Did These Researchers Invent a Facelift in a Bottle?[ Mon, 09 May 2016 15:04:00 GMT ]It sounds almost too good to be true — a two-step cream that tightens up baggy eyes and that can keep dry legs from flaking.

Rwandan Blood Deliveries Show Drones' Promise, Hurdles[ Mon, 09 May 2016 16:03:00 GMT ]International delivery company UPS is backing a start-up using drones in Rwanda to transport life-saving blood supplies and vaccines.

Should Colleges Report Government Data Requests?[ Mon, 09 May 2016 19:29:00 GMT ]Colleges can track the websites students visit, the meals they eat, and even their physical location.

Feds Quiz Cellphone Companies on Security Updates[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:24:00 GMT ]The FCC and FTC have asked mobile phone carriers and manufacturers to explain their security updates amid mounting concerns on vulnerabilities.

Did Facebook Cut Right-Wing 'Trending' Topics?[ Tue, 10 May 2016 10:53:01 GMT ]Facebook workers have often omitted conservative political stories from the website's "trending" list, the technology news site Gizmodo said.

New species of parasitoid wasp named after Brad Pitt - CNET[ Tue, 10 May 2016 07:06:10 +0000 ]Conobregma bradpitti lays its eggs in caterpillars, which then become food for the emerging larvae.

Dishonored 2 brings back magic and stealth combat on November 11 (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 10 May 2016 07:09:17 +0000 ]Corvo Attano returns, as does the Priness Emily Kaldwin, when the sequel to 2012's Dishonored lands on November 11, 2016.

Netflix will stream new UK exorcism comedy 'Crazy Face' - CNET[ Tue, 10 May 2016 10:03:06 +0000 ]The upcoming show stars Cara Theobold of "Downton Abbey" fame, and will get its first airing on the UK's Channel 4, prior to a global online debut on Netflix.

Uber's wheelchair accessible vehicles come to London - CNET[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:08:05 +0000 ]UberWAV, which summons a wheelchair-capable car, goes live in the UK's capital today, having already debuted across the US.

'Crowd Control' part 2: Heaven is on Earth, just not this one - CNET[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel continues, revealing the secrets of the afterlife.

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Schuuush! Is this the world's quietest Ferrari 308? [ Mon, 09 May 2016 13:35:26 EDT ]The look is unmistakably Ferrari. The sound? That's another story.Recent podcasts: Bernie gets the Axe | Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Graham Opposes GOP Leader

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Are People Flipping for 'Dumb' Phones?[ Sun, 08 May 2016 21:49:00 GMT ]As Apple reports a decline in iPhone sales for the first time ever, are "unplugged" phones poised for a comeback?

Inside 'Hackerville': Romania's Cybercriminal Hub[ Mon, 09 May 2016 06:49:20 GMT ]NBC News goes inside the town in Transylvania that is not only ground zero for cybercrime, but also for fighting it.

No Facebook Beverages in China After Trademark Win[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:24:00 GMT ]Chinese people won't be able to quench their thirst with a "face book" beverage, after the social networking company won a rare trademark victory.

Uber, Lyft Pull Out of Austin After Fingerprint Fail[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:34:32 GMT ]Uber and Lyft suffered an embarrassing defeat in a Saturday election in Austin as voters backed a measure requiring fingerprint background checks for drivers.

Facebook Loses First Round in Biometric Lawsuit[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:00 GMT ]Facebook lost the first round in a court fight against users who allege it "unlawfully" collected users' biometric data.