Science & Tech
NASA's New Telescope to Probe Suns of Other Worlds
Before you can find signs of life on other planets, you have to find the planets that could support life.
Trump Says He Will Talk to Musk About Restoring Internet in Iran
"He's very good at that kind of thing, he's got a very good company," Trump told reporters in response to a question about whether he would engage with Musk's SpaceX company, which offers a satellite internet service called Starlink that has been used in Iran.
X to Open Source New Algorithm
Elon Musk said on Saturday that social media platform X will open to the public its new algorithm, including all code for organic and advertising post recommendations, in seven days.
China to Probe Meta's Acquisition of AI Startup Manus
China is planning to launch a probe into Manus AI following Meta's announcement saying it would acquire the company in a push to improve AI in America.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Scrutinize China Deal to Acquire Roomba Parent, iRobot
Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) and Zach Nunn (R-Iowa) are urging the Treasury Department to review a proposed deal hand control of iRobot to its Chinese supplier.
Character.AI, Google Settle Teen Suicide Lawsuits
Character.AI, its founders, and its parent company, Google, have agreed to settle multiple lawsuits on Wednesday.
Astronaut's Medical Issue on ISS Forces Early Return to Earth
It is the first time in the ISS's 25-year history that a mission ended early due to a medical issue.
Rethinking Humanity in the Age of Technology: Analysis
Technologist Jeff Burningham, author of 'The Last Book Written by a Human,' discussed where humans stand in a future with most jobs being handled by machines.
NASA Postpones Spacewalk Over Medical Concerns
NASA said the crew member is now stable, but it's “actively evaluating all options” including an early end to the mission.
Day 2 of CES Underway In Las Vegas
The Consumer Electronics Show is underway in Las Vegas, where companies are unveiling what’s next in technology.
California Teen’s Death Raises New Questions About AI and Drug Advice
Deck: The teenager’s death is drawing renewed scrutiny to how widely used AI tools handle high-risk medical and substance-related prompts.
UK, EU Demand Answers From X Over Reports Grok Generated Explicit, Child-Like Images
Malaysian authorities are also investigating the platform, specifically in relation to the digital manipulation of images of children.
Starlink Provides Free Services for Venezuelans Until Feb. 3
Elon Musk offered the service after the U.S. military captured Venezuela leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
Analyst: Facebook User Data Guaranteed to Go to Beijing With Meta's Recent Deal
Casey Fleming, CEO of BlackOps Partners, discussed Meta's recent announcement that it will acquire Chinese-founded AI startup Manus.
Trump Cancels Sale of US Chips Business to Chinese Firm Over Security Concerns
Delaware-based HieFo, controlled by a Chinese citizen, has 180 days to divest all semiconductor-related assets acquired in 2024.
4,400 Starlink Satellites to Move to Lower Orbit
SpaceX expects the move will reduce risks and improve safety as the Earth's orbit grows more crowded.
The Year's First Supermoon and Meteor Shower Clash in January Skies
Astronomers say the light from the moon may dim the other.
US Grants TSMC Annual License to Import Chipmaking Tools Into China
South Korea's Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have also received similar import licenses.
Where US and China Stand in New Space Race to Moon: Analyst
Rick Fisher, senior fellow at the International Assessment and Strategy Center, discussed the space race between the United States and China to land astronauts on the moon.
New York to Require Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms
The law targets infinite scrolling, auto-play videos, and algorithmic feeds that encourage extensive use of social media platforms.
NASA's New Telescope to Probe Suns of Other Worlds
Before you can find signs of life on other planets, you have to find the planets that could support life.
Trump Says He Will Talk to Musk About Restoring Internet in Iran
"He's very good at that kind of thing, he's got a very good company," Trump told reporters in response to a question about whether he would engage with Musk's SpaceX company, which offers a satellite internet service called Starlink that has been used in Iran.
X to Open Source New Algorithm
Elon Musk said on Saturday that social media platform X will open to the public its new algorithm, including all code for organic and advertising post recommendations, in seven days.
China to Probe Meta's Acquisition of AI Startup Manus
China is planning to launch a probe into Manus AI following Meta's announcement saying it would acquire the company in a push to improve AI in America.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Scrutinize China Deal to Acquire Roomba Parent, iRobot
Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) and Zach Nunn (R-Iowa) are urging the Treasury Department to review a proposed deal hand control of iRobot to its Chinese supplier.
Character.AI, Google Settle Teen Suicide Lawsuits
Character.AI, its founders, and its parent company, Google, have agreed to settle multiple lawsuits on Wednesday.
Astronaut's Medical Issue on ISS Forces Early Return to Earth
It is the first time in the ISS's 25-year history that a mission ended early due to a medical issue.
Rethinking Humanity in the Age of Technology: Analysis
Technologist Jeff Burningham, author of 'The Last Book Written by a Human,' discussed where humans stand in a future with most jobs being handled by machines.
NASA Postpones Spacewalk Over Medical Concerns
NASA said the crew member is now stable, but it's “actively evaluating all options” including an early end to the mission.
Day 2 of CES Underway In Las Vegas
The Consumer Electronics Show is underway in Las Vegas, where companies are unveiling what’s next in technology.
California Teen’s Death Raises New Questions About AI and Drug Advice
Deck: The teenager’s death is drawing renewed scrutiny to how widely used AI tools handle high-risk medical and substance-related prompts.
UK, EU Demand Answers From X Over Reports Grok Generated Explicit, Child-Like Images
Malaysian authorities are also investigating the platform, specifically in relation to the digital manipulation of images of children.
Starlink Provides Free Services for Venezuelans Until Feb. 3
Elon Musk offered the service after the U.S. military captured Venezuela leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
Analyst: Facebook User Data Guaranteed to Go to Beijing With Meta's Recent Deal
Casey Fleming, CEO of BlackOps Partners, discussed Meta's recent announcement that it will acquire Chinese-founded AI startup Manus.
Trump Cancels Sale of US Chips Business to Chinese Firm Over Security Concerns
Delaware-based HieFo, controlled by a Chinese citizen, has 180 days to divest all semiconductor-related assets acquired in 2024.
4,400 Starlink Satellites to Move to Lower Orbit
SpaceX expects the move will reduce risks and improve safety as the Earth's orbit grows more crowded.
The Year's First Supermoon and Meteor Shower Clash in January Skies
Astronomers say the light from the moon may dim the other.
US Grants TSMC Annual License to Import Chipmaking Tools Into China
South Korea's Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have also received similar import licenses.
Where US and China Stand in New Space Race to Moon: Analyst
Rick Fisher, senior fellow at the International Assessment and Strategy Center, discussed the space race between the United States and China to land astronauts on the moon.
New York to Require Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms
The law targets infinite scrolling, auto-play videos, and algorithmic feeds that encourage extensive use of social media platforms.