Tom Risen
Staff Writer
Americans Fear Gene Editing, Cybernetics
New study shows many Americans view gene editing and cybernetics as arrogant, unethical uses of tech.
July 28, 2016
Ransomware Is the Most Profitable Hacker Scam Ever
European police are partnering with Intel, Kaspersky to counter hackers holding computers for ransom.
July 27, 2016
Navy Builds Lasers, Rail Guns to Counter China
The chief of naval research shares updates about weapons that could give U.S. fleets the upper hand.
July 26, 2016
Amazon to Test Fly Drone Delivery in UK
The tech giant and the UK government are partnering on aerial drone delivery tests.
July 26, 2016
Verizon to Buy Yahoo for $4.83 Billion
The telecom will buy Yahoo’s core business, ending an era for the tech company that struggled to find its niche and identity in Silicon Valley
July 25, 2016
Comcast Wants to Make Paying Bills Easier
The cable company will offer bills for seven or 30 days of service, but users still have to buy their equipment.
July 22, 2016
Elon Musk Unveils Tesla Master Plan
Tesla aims for affordable self-driving cars and trucks, car sharing and solar power for the masses.
July 21, 2016
Airbnb Hires Eric Holder
The site hopes Holder can help prevent discrimination against African-American renters.
July 20, 2016
Twitter Finally Takes Real Action on Online Abuse
After actress Leslie Jones quits the site, the social media platform bans a long-time troll and opens verified status option to all.
July 20, 2016
Google Receives Record Data Requests
Governments sought user data from the tech giant more than 40,000 times in the second half of 2015.
July 19, 2016
