TECHNOLOGY

Jun 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

Surveillance in the Grocery Aisle: A New Look

The story begins when a popular grocery chain was found using cameras that can read faces. The company did not say what software it used, raising questions about how much personal data is being stored. Some lawmakers even demanded the chain tell shoppers exactly what it collects. The first time peo

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Jun 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Van Gogh Laptop That Speaks of Art and Power

MSI has taken a bold step by putting a famous painting on its latest laptop, the Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Vincent van Gogh Edition. The design is eye‑catching and feels like a conversation starter on any desk. The lid features either Starry Night or Starry Night Over the Rhône, not just printed but l

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Jun 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smarter Security for Factories: A New Way to Protect Smart Devices

Industrial factories today rely on smart gadgets connected to the internet. These devices help machines work together and make quick decisions. But this also means hackers have more ways to trick the system. They can pretend to be a trusted device or sneak into conversations between machines. Normal

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Jun 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

What makes people keep coming back to OTT video apps?

Streaming services have taken over how people watch shows and movies. But why do users stick with one platform over another? A recent study looked at four key parts of the user experience: how smooth the service runs, how users interact with it, how it makes them feel, and the overall quality of sup

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May 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Lasers Get a Big Upgrade with Stress and Chemistry

Scientists have found a new way to tweak tiny lasers so they can emit light at different colors and stay super focused. Imagine a laser that can change its color smoothly while staying sharp and strong—that's what these micro lasers now do. They used a trick with changing chemicals inside the laser

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May 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Finding the Brain’s Leak-Proof Door: A Faster Way to Scan Water Flow

The human brain is wrapped in a tight shield called the blood-brain barrier. Its job is to block harmful stuff while letting in water and nutrients. When this barrier leaks even a little, the brain can get hurt. Scientists want to measure how fast water moves in and out—not to crack the door open, b

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May 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Blue Origin’s Latest Setback Could Be a Game-Changer

When a rocket explodes during testing, the damage isn’t just physical—it ripples through schedules, contracts, and rivalries. Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket suffered just such a fate, leaving its launch pad in pieces and its future plans in limbo. The incident happened during a routine test fire, a

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May 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Help Patients Walk Again

Helping people regain their ability to walk after an injury isn’t easy. Traditional rehabilitation can be slow, and some patients struggle to regain full movement. A new kind of robotic suit might change that. This lightweight exoskeleton helps patients relearn how to walk by gently guiding their le

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May 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Screen Dreams: When a Projector Beats a 4K TV

Choosing between a 4K TV and a 4K projector isn’t just about money—it’s about how you use the space. Projectors often cost more upfront, but that changes when screen size jumps past 85 inches. At that point, a good projector might match a TV’s price while giving you a much bigger picture. Still, not

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May 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Meta Pays $9 Million to Kentucky Schools Over Social‑Media Claims

Meta Platforms has agreed to hand over $9 million to a Kentucky school district that argued its social‑media apps were harming students’ mental health. The payment came after the district filed a lawsuit and before a trial that was scheduled for June. Meta, along with Snap Inc. , Alphabet’s YouTube,

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