Tech

SolarisFloat is pioneering the development of floating solar panels that dynamically track sunlight to make the technology more efficient.

Floating solar panel islands follow sunlight, improve energy efficiency

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Alexei Navalny, had her X account suspended after posting a video saying she will continue her husband's work.

Navalny widow’s X account suspended after video; company calls it an error

OpenAI is touting a new model known as Sora, which generates hyper-realistic video based on text prompts from users.

OpenAI teases text-to-video technology as FTC warns of dangers

A subscriber from California is seeking a class action lawsuit for himself and other customers for Amazon playing ads on Prime Video.

Amazon subscriber sues over ads on Prime Video

The DA leading Georgia's election interference case against former President Donald Trump testified about allegations of improper conduct.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis testifies in Trump election interference case: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 16, 2024

MIRA, a University of Nebraska innovation, marked a milestone with the first remote-controlled, simulated surgery in space.

Surgeons complete remote simulated surgery on International Space Station

New York City has filed a lawsuit against five social media companies, alleging Big Tech knowingly made the platforms addictive to teens.

NYC sues social media owners, alleges Big Tech made platforms addictive

Less than a month after social media CEOs testified on Capitol Hill, the Senate said it has enough votes to pass the Kids Online Safety Act.

Senators say they have the votes to push through bill to protect kids online

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket successfully lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida carrying a private company's moon lander.

SpaceX launches rocket carrying private company’s moon lander

One person is killed and more than 20 are wounded after shots are fired at a parade for the Super Bowl champions.

1 dead, 22 injured in Super Bowl parade shooting: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 15, 2024

When ChatGPT burst into the spotlight in 2022, people hailed it for its sophistication and versatility. However, artificial intelligence experts and government officials soon raised concerns about potential exploitation by malicious actors.

US adversaries harness OpenAI services to enhance cyberattack capabilities

As young people question the time-honored tradition of diamond engagement rings, lab-grown stones are upending the diamond industry.

Lab-grown versus natural diamonds: Which one is the real deal?

The use of AI is on the rise, leading to a growing trend in AI companionship. Users can customize companions' appearance, voice and behavior.

AI companions boom in popularity. Are relationships being redefined?

Vandals destroyed a self-driving taxi in San Francisco. Now, questions are being raised about the safety of autonomous vehicles.

Robotaxi vandalism raises questions about autonomous vehicle safety

The House GOP voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the migrant crisis at the southern border.

House GOP impeaches Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 14, 2024

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the HISS-HD, a new sight that will give precision shooters increased range and accuracy.

HISS-HD sight an ‘unmatched choice’ for precision shooters: Weapon of the week

Nebraska is advancing cybersecurity efforts with two legislative bills aimed at enhancing state defenses and employing white-hat hackers.

Nebraska looks to bolster cybersecurity by hiring white-hat hacker

As the 2024 election cycle begins, an unprecedented challenge looms on the horizon, demanding heightened vigilance from voters. The emergence of robocalls and AI-generated deepfakes poses a serious threat to election integrity, pushing authorities to confront these issues with newfound urgency.

FCC bans AI-generated robocalls after fake Biden call urges Dems not to vote

A bill passed by Florida lawmakers that would ban social media use for kids under 16 awaits a signature by the governor.

NY officials propose restricting social media algorithms for kids

House Republicans have issued a subpoena for materials related to the investigation into President Biden's handling of classified documents.

Man with China ties arrested for allegedly stealing nuclear missile launch sensors

AI is being used to decode the language of non-human animals.

Scientists hopeful AI may lead to decoding the language of nature

Disney has announced that it is investing $1.5 billion in Epic Games, the makers of Fortnite, marking its biggest move into the gaming world.

Disney invests $1.5 billion in Fortnite maker Epic Games

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the K4 MANTA: An underwater stealth drone that might become part of the U.S. Navy's defenses.

New stealth technology could be coming to the Navy: Weapon of the week

In 2023, crypto miners used as much electricity Australia, which prompted the U.S. to collect data on the industry’s energy use in America.

US gov’t says crypto mining used as much electricity as Australia in 2023