Hyperloop Tests Magnetic Levitation At 192 MPH
David Greene speaks with Hyperloop One co-founder Josh Giegel about the logistical and political challenges involved in building the high speed transportation system in California.
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Feds Arrest Man Credited With Helping To Stop Ransomware Attack
The Justice Department alleges Marcus Hutchins, who is said to have short-circuited WannaCry's global attack, created another malware program. His supporters say DOJ couldn't be more wrong.
From Family Snapshots To NASA Photos, Archivists Aim To Solve Preservation Puzzles
Levi Bettwieser develops found film rolls from his Idaho home, and Dennis Wingo helped rescue early pictures of the moon. But what will happen when historical photos go from analog to digital?
This Police Department Is A Smash Hit On Social Media
They're doing it with memes from Game of Thrones and The Simpsons. And by quickly responding to queries from the public.
Oh, Snap! Scientists Are Turning People's Food Photos Into Recipes
Researchers have created an artificial neural network that analyzes an image of a dish and tells you how to make it. Still in the early stages, the technology might help improve our dietary health.
British Airways Apologizes For Delays Caused By Yet Another IT System Failure
The problem comes after the airline experienced a major information technology outage in May that stranded tens of thousands of passengers.
Coastal Islanders Band Together For Broadband
If you've ever dreamed of the good life on one of Maine's coastal islands, be forewarned: the Internet ranges from lousy to nonexistent.
Tech Incubator Faces Challenges Of Tackling Sexual Harassment Among Investors
Y Combinator, an influential startup incubator, sends its entrepreneurs a form to report sexual harassment. Such reports influence which venture capitalists get invited to its prestigious Demo Day.
Kevin Hart's New Online Comedy Service Joins Crowded Streaming Market
Kevin Hart is launching a streaming comedy service. The actor's Laugh Out Loud Network, which rolls out this week, enters an already crowded market. LANGUAGE ADVISORY: There are two bleeps in actualities in this piece at :14 and :44 in.
Watchdog Group Files Complaint Over Google Tracking In-Person Purchases
Using search and app data, combined with third-party credit card records, Google can link online ad viewing to purchases at physical stores. User privacy may be at risk, an advocacy group says.