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Last November, California passed a major new ballot measure, Proposition 22, which exempted ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft from classifying drivers as full-time workers in exchange for new benefits
The Capitol riots in Washington D.C. last week shook the nation. For avid social media users, though, the events may not have come as such a shock. The trends leading up to the storming of the Capitol grew across social media for years. Now that real-world effects of the dark side of social media are clear, tech faces some increased scrutiny.
The education system has faced some unusual challenges in 2020. As COVID-19 forced many schools to close their doors, 93% of school-aged children started engaging in some form of distance learning. For many school systems, this meant embracing technology, and Microsoft has taken note.
CES 2021 is here. It’s the first massive technology event of the year, and this year, specifically, promises to be a little different. With the pandemic keeping everyone inside and distancing, you can watch CES 2021 from your home on the livestream.
The event this year won’t have as many participants and speakers as it has in the past, due to the dynamic of being virtual. However, this change only means that the event has honed in on the best of the best. From big tech companies to smaller startups, you’ll get a range of inside looks and announcements in the industry.
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people excitedly analyzed positive environmental changes caused by the lockdowns associated with it. For example, air and water quality improved due to decreases in car and boat traffic. Environmental conservationists wondered if the pandemic could signal a remarkable improvement in sustainability.
Facial recognition has come into the spotlight at a divisive time in the United States. In the wake of police violence and murders of Black people, facial recognition technology has become a point of concern for governments and activists across the country.
Few, if any, technologies in recent memory have received the same publicity as 5G. Plenty of articles say that it’ll disrupt industries, which it will, but it won’t affect them all evenly. Some sectors will see faster, broader and more impactful changes from 5G.
Electric cars are more promising than ever, and a growing number of carmakers are producing them. It’s not just car companies, either, as the world learned when Sony unveiled the Vision-S at CES 2020. Since then, though, Sony’s been relatively quiet.
The United States has seen increasing tensions and trade conflicts with China. Since the Asian country is a global leader in the tech industry, many experts fear these continuing tensions and trade conflicts will disrupt the field.
Amazon is no stranger to controversy when it comes to employee conditions and relations. Through protests, strikes and walkouts, the company has seen workers stand up and demand fair treatment. Recent breaking news regarding surveillance of employees has now reignited that controversy. In the United Kingdom, union groups and activists are demanding action against Amazon’s latest move.
On Oct. 6, 2020, renowned guitarist Eddie Van Halen passed away after battling cancer. As the namesake for the electrifying band Van Halen, Eddie was more than a musician. He was a moment — one that defined and defied genres.
On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Apple became the first publicly traded U.S. company to reach a $2 trillion market cap. The company, which was also the first to reach a $1 trillion market cap, added half of that value in just a few weeks. Apple’s stock is up 60% this year alone.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) come together to form a field of study that is versatile and applicable to everyday life — as well as industries of all kinds. On a larger scale, governments should be inclusive of STEM experts and perspectives. This will lead to a universally beneficial approach to all sorts of affairs.
Public safety and the justice system are two growing areas of interest for citizens and police in the United States. Between political and racial tensions, unrest has been on the rise in drastic ways this year. Specifically, government officials and civil rights activists have turned a spotlight on police violence. More than ever, people are questioning how helpful or hurtful predictive policing is in today’s society.
COVID-19 took the world by storm. People have been dealing for nearly a full year with the virus’s effects. How long it will stick around is unknown. One industry that’s taken a particularly hard hit is restaurants. With social distancing and quarantines, people have been turning away from dining for the most part. However, technology is here to help.
Your smart home probably has gadgets to help you enjoy more convenience or stay entertained. Why not add to the assortment and invest in things that could improve your well-being? Here are seven high-tech medical devices to consider adding to your smart home.
A lot of people now work from home, thanks to COVID-19, but not everyone has that luxury. Whether you’re a remote worker who needs to travel or have a meeting you can’t miss, you may need to take a trip. With the pandemic still raging, that can be a cause for concern.
The future of wearables is here. These devices have been around for a few years but have recently taken off as hot commodities. Whether it’s for exercise or health, wearable technology is becoming increasingly valuable. Though these devices usually use battery power to operate, new wearable technology now has a biological option — sweat.
Last November, California passed a major new ballot measure, Proposition 22, which exempted ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft from classifying drivers as full-time workers in exchange for new benefits
The Capitol riots in Washington D.C. last week shook the nation. For avid social media users, though, the events may not have come as such a shock. The trends leading up to the storming of the Capitol grew across social media for years. Now that real-world effects of the dark side of social media are clear, tech faces some increased scrutiny.
The education system has faced some unusual challenges in 2020. As COVID-19 forced many schools to close their doors, 93% of school-aged children started engaging in some form of distance learning. For many school systems, this meant embracing technology, and Microsoft has taken note.
CES 2021 is here. It’s the first massive technology event of the year, and this year, specifically, promises to be a little different. With the pandemic keeping everyone inside and distancing, you can watch CES 2021 from your home on the livestream.
The event this year won’t have as many participants and speakers as it has in the past, due to the dynamic of being virtual. However, this change only means that the event has honed in on the best of the best. From big tech companies to smaller startups, you’ll get a range of inside looks and announcements in the industry.
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people excitedly analyzed positive environmental changes caused by the lockdowns associated with it. For example, air and water quality improved due to decreases in car and boat traffic. Environmental conservationists wondered if the pandemic could signal a remarkable improvement in sustainability.
Facial recognition has come into the spotlight at a divisive time in the United States. In the wake of police violence and murders of Black people, facial recognition technology has become a point of concern for governments and activists across the country.
Few, if any, technologies in recent memory have received the same publicity as 5G. Plenty of articles say that it’ll disrupt industries, which it will, but it won’t affect them all evenly. Some sectors will see faster, broader and more impactful changes from 5G.
Electric cars are more promising than ever, and a growing number of carmakers are producing them. It’s not just car companies, either, as the world learned when Sony unveiled the Vision-S at CES 2020. Since then, though, Sony’s been relatively quiet.
The United States has seen increasing tensions and trade conflicts with China. Since the Asian country is a global leader in the tech industry, many experts fear these continuing tensions and trade conflicts will disrupt the field.
Amazon is no stranger to controversy when it comes to employee conditions and relations. Through protests, strikes and walkouts, the company has seen workers stand up and demand fair treatment. Recent breaking news regarding surveillance of employees has now reignited that controversy. In the United Kingdom, union groups and activists are demanding action against Amazon’s latest move.
On Oct. 6, 2020, renowned guitarist Eddie Van Halen passed away after battling cancer. As the namesake for the electrifying band Van Halen, Eddie was more than a musician. He was a moment — one that defined and defied genres.
On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Apple became the first publicly traded U.S. company to reach a $2 trillion market cap. The company, which was also the first to reach a $1 trillion market cap, added half of that value in just a few weeks. Apple’s stock is up 60% this year alone.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) come together to form a field of study that is versatile and applicable to everyday life — as well as industries of all kinds. On a larger scale, governments should be inclusive of STEM experts and perspectives. This will lead to a universally beneficial approach to all sorts of affairs.
Public safety and the justice system are two growing areas of interest for citizens and police in the United States. Between political and racial tensions, unrest has been on the rise in drastic ways this year. Specifically, government officials and civil rights activists have turned a spotlight on police violence. More than ever, people are questioning how helpful or hurtful predictive policing is in today’s society.
COVID-19 took the world by storm. People have been dealing for nearly a full year with the virus’s effects. How long it will stick around is unknown. One industry that’s taken a particularly hard hit is restaurants. With social distancing and quarantines, people have been turning away from dining for the most part. However, technology is here to help.
Your smart home probably has gadgets to help you enjoy more convenience or stay entertained. Why not add to the assortment and invest in things that could improve your well-being? Here are seven high-tech medical devices to consider adding to your smart home.
A lot of people now work from home, thanks to COVID-19, but not everyone has that luxury. Whether you’re a remote worker who needs to travel or have a meeting you can’t miss, you may need to take a trip. With the pandemic still raging, that can be a cause for concern.
The future of wearables is here. These devices have been around for a few years but have recently taken off as hot commodities. Whether it’s for exercise or health, wearable technology is becoming increasingly valuable. Though these devices usually use battery power to operate, new wearable technology now has a biological option — sweat.
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