$20 Million XPrize Contest Takes on Climate Change[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 20:36:29 GMT ]A new competition aims to accelerate the development and real-world adoption of new CO2 conversion technologies.

'The Martian' Celebrates Discovery of Water on Mars[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 23:41:18 GMT ]Mark Watney, the fictional lead character in the upcoming movie "The Martian," has a very special message for the world.

Styrofoam-Eating Mealworms Dispose of Plastic Waste[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 00:20:36 GMT ]Mealworms will happily eat a diet of styrofoam, providing a possible method for disposing of this notoriously durable and pervasive plastic waste.

Can a Smartphone Save You From Shark Attacks?[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:53:23 GMT ]Shark experts from around the world gathered in Sydney this week to discuss how modern technology could be deployed to prevent attacks.

Here's How Edward Snowden Was Welcomed on Twitter[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:36:49 GMT ]Whistleblower Edward Snowden joined Twitter Tuesday with the handle @Snowden and a profile that reads "I used to work for the government."

Google redesigns Chromecast for speed and power[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 04:09:26 GMT ]The tech giant rolls out its revamped video-streaming device, along with a host of features to make the gadget smarter, faster and more powerful.

A cure for blindness? Stem cells may hold the key[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 04:37:41 GMT ]A 60-year-old is the first person in a test to see whether the foundational cells can help reverse a vision problem called macular degeneration. Early results should arrive in December.

Dolby's massive new headquarters meshes art, technology and science[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 05:41:37 GMT ]The audio company's 16-story structure in San Francisco features stimulating visuals as a tribute to its history.

iPhone 6S teardowns show Apple is paying more for longevity[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:02:32 GMT ]Apple isn't skimping on components, with a piece-by-piece analysis of the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus showing that the smartphones offer improved durability and lifespan.

Shark attacks drone, shark wins[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:21:27 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A $250,000 underwater robot is mistaken for a big fish by a shark. Oh, calamity.

VW scandal could just be the beginning[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:42:17 GMT ]Bruce Schneier says the scandal opens a window into the world of software that abets cheating

Another Facebook hoax makes the rounds[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:44:04 GMT ]

Black hole is 30 times bigger than expected[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:44:34 GMT ]

Why your cat needs an iPad[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:51:44 GMT ]The old ball of yarn isn't cutting it anymore when it comes to cat toys.

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 17:08:52 GMT ]

Virgin Galactic Test-Fires New Rocket Engine[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:24:16 GMT ]Private space travel company Virgin Galactic proudly showed off its latest rocket engine, NewtonThree, in a video captured at its Mojave test grounds.

H2 Whoa! Mars Shows Strong Signs of Flowing Water[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:27:08 GMT ]A new study provides the 'strongest evidence yet' of salty liquid water that flows on modern-day Mars, researchers said on Monday.

GoPro Adds Wireless to Entry-Level Action Camera[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:12:31 GMT ]GoPro offers a wide range of rugged, lightweight cameras for everything from skiing to surfing — and now there's one more in the lineup.

Here's Which 2016 Campaigns Fail Privacy Test[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 09:09:58 GMT ]Only six of 23 presidential campaign websites receive a "passing" grade on privacy, while the others fail to measure up, a survey finds.

Uber's European HQ Raided in Illegal Taxi Probe[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:09:18 GMT ]Prosecutors raided Uber's European headquarters in Amsterdam in a criminal investigation into whether the company is offering illegal taxi services.

Super-creepy 3D-printed cape responds to onlookers (Tomorrow Daily 248)[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:21:14 GMT ]Ashley celebrates the news of liquid water on Mars, ponders the creepiness of a "living" cape that responds to anyone who stares at it, checks out a new high heel design that aims to be better for wearers, and announces the show's new co-host!

Passenger-carrying robot turns VR into an exhilarating ride[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 03:57:30 GMT ]A robotic platform that operates using a precision system of cables is the next big thing in motion simulation.

Samsung to shutter Milk Video service in November[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 05:58:58 GMT ]Samsung will end support for the video-discovery app a year and a day after its launch.

New 'X-Files' trailer shows Mulder and Scully in pursuit of the truth[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 06:05:46 GMT ]The truth is still out there & FBI agents Mulder and Scully plan on uncovering it in this new footage, which includes flashbacks, explosions, familiar faces and a possible dead alien, from the upcoming "X-Files" revival show.

Facebook privacy hoaxes prey on your fears -- again[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:20:45 GMT ]The social network's users are being inundated with messages that their Facebook privacy concerns can be assuaged by reposting a legal-sounding statement or signing up for a paid monthly subscription.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:12:50 GMT ]

Beautiful, rare 'super blood moon' eclipse - the photos are in[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:26:15 GMT ]The sun, the Earth and the moon lined up in a row to put on a light show in Sunday's night sky, and people around the world looked up to watch the lunar eclipse.

Black hole is 30 times bigger than expected[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:27:29 GMT ]This shouldn't be possible. Researchers say they've detected a supermassive black hole at the center of a newly found galaxy that's far bigger than current theories allow.

Water flows on Mars[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 17:20:38 GMT ]

BlackBerry Confirms Priv, an Android-Powered Smartphone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:42:46 GMT ]BlackBerry will debut an Android smartphone with a sliding keyboard and an emphasis on privacy, the company's CEO confirmed on Friday.

George Clooney Was Not At This Awards Show[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:50:36 GMT ]The Proto Awards, the self-proclaimed 'Oscars of virtual reality' held Tuesday night in Hollywood, was not a black tie affair.

Hilton Hotels Looking Into Possible Data Breach[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:26:07 GMT ]Hilton Worldwide is looking into reports that credit card information may have been exposed in a hack of Hilton Hotel properties across the U.S.

Obama: U.S., China Reach Cyber-Spying 'Understanding'[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:32:38 GMT ]'Neither the U.S. nor the Chinese government will conduct or knowingly support' cyber-theft of intellectual property or commercial trade secrets.

Why Your Credit Card Is Going 'Chip-and-PIN'[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:50:15 GMT ]Many Americans have received a new credit or debit card in the mail with a computer chip on the front.

2016 Scion iM exudes funky practicality (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 00:27:56 GMT ]Toyota seeks to jumpstart its Scion sub-brand with the iM's affordable style and utility.

Star Wars, Star Trek and other geek memorabilia up for auction (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 06:13:01 GMT ]Profiles in History is auctioning a massive collection of Hollywood memorabilia from September 28 to September 30. Here's our pick of the geek loot.

Google's Nexus event: Join us Tuesday (live blog)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 08:00:02 GMT ]On September 29, the search giant is expected to show off a slew of new hardware, from new Nexus smartphones to Chromecast streaming devices.

Silent Circle Blackphone 2: An Android phone with a privacy twist (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 10:52:50 GMT ]Just as much thought was put into the design of this secure Android phone as what goes in it.

Microsoft expands virtual reality ambitions with Google Cardboard rival[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 11:17:28 GMT ]To try to get programmers to work on VR at a hackathon in Russia, Microsoft promises "Cardboard" devices to test their ideas.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:08:48 GMT ]Evidence of pressing global issues, the clear, dominating themes at this year's IAA motorshow in Frankfurt were the digitization of mobility (automated and connected driving) and alternative power sources (electric and hybrid motors).

BlackBerry Confirms Priv, an Android-Powered Smartphone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:42:46 GMT ]BlackBerry will debut an Android smartphone with a sliding keyboard and an emphasis on privacy, the company's CEO confirmed on Friday.

George Clooney Was Not At This Awards Show[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:50:36 GMT ]The Proto Awards, the self-proclaimed 'Oscars of virtual reality' held Tuesday night in Hollywood, was not a black tie affair.

Hilton Hotels Looking Into Possible Data Breach[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:26:07 GMT ]Hilton Worldwide is looking into reports that credit card information may have been exposed in a hack of Hilton Hotel properties across the U.S.

Obama: U.S., China Reach Cyber-Spying 'Understanding'[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:32:38 GMT ]'Neither the U.S. nor the Chinese government will conduct or knowingly support' cyber-theft of intellectual property or commercial trade secrets.

Why Your Credit Card Is Going 'Chip-and-PIN'[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:50:15 GMT ]Many Americans have received a new credit or debit card in the mail with a computer chip on the front.