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Apple, Google and Microsoft look to ditch passwords for good
The US tech giants have announced a new standard that allows people to unlock their mobile phones using biometrics, such as fingerprints.
Joseph Shavit
May 9, 2022


Facial recognition technology taken to the next level in virtual reality
Our face can unlock a smartphone, provide access to a secure building and speed up passport control at airports, verifying our identity.
Joseph Shavit
Feb 19, 2022


How to predict climate change from the comfort of your home
The causes of climate change can be shown using a cheap home or school computer, thanks to a Python program called The Climate Predictor.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 16, 2021


Block by block: Researchers use Minecraft to advance artificial intelligence
Research to investigate next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) skills and perhaps make Steve, the Minecraft avatar, a little smarter.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 16, 2021


Rare 1987 version of The Legend of Zelda could be yours for $110,000
A sealed, rare variant of Nintendo's 1987 classic The Legend of Zelda is currently for sale via auction held by Heritage Auctions
Joseph Shavit
Jul 10, 2021


Stanford researchers develop new software for designing sustainable cities
New technology could help cities around the world improve people's lives while saving billions of dollars.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 21, 2021


Tech startup launches philanthropy platform to help employees donate to charity
Americans donated $450 billion to charity in 2019, and donations from individuals accounted for 69% of total giving that year
Joseph Shavit
May 26, 2021
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