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WIRED's Top Stories in June 2018: An Alternate Theory About 'The Staircase'

Did an owl do it? Plus: The world's biggest crypto scandal and the physicists who watched a clock tick for 14 years. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

NSA Spy Buildings, Facebook Data, and More Security News This Week

Data leaks, NSA secrets, and more of this week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

If You Like 'The Thing' You'll Love "The Things"

Sci-fi author Peter Watts' short story is a take on John Carpenter's movie told from the alien's point of view. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gaming Gets X-Rated–and Very Profitable

The thriving erotic-gaming industry that originated in Japan is now going global. Time to boot up your XXXbox. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sonos Beam, IGTV, and Everything Else We Loved This Month

Plus: Our reviews of the Amazon Fire TV Cube, Google Podcasts, and Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Scientists Are Seeing Red Over Jupiter’s Spot

We'll get great new views of the iconic spot—if the James Webb Space Telescope ever gets off the ground. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

McLaren's Senna Ain't Pretty, but It Can Whip a Track

The $958,966 Senna, named for an F1 legend, won't win your heart with its looks. Who cares? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SteelSeries Arctis Gaming Headset Sale (and 10 Other Tech Deals)

Pick up a SteelSeries Arctis headset for cheap, along with tents, 4K TVs, and more this weekend. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

GitHub Developers Are Giving Microsoft a Chance

GitHub rivals say more developers are moving projects since Microsoft said it would buy the code-hosting site; but many developers are sticking with GitHub---for now. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Entire History of 'World of Warcraft' in One (Long) Video

The game’s designers talk through every expansion in the history of the legendary MMORPG. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wikimedia v. NSA Highlights the ACLU's Challenges in Fighting Mass Surveillance

The ACLU has been trying to challenge the NSA's bulk surveillance for years. A hearing in *Wikimedia v. NSA* Friday could mark a breakthrough. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Order the Nintendo NES Classic Mini (And Make Sure You Get One)

Nintendo's tiny console is coming back, and here's how to lock one in early. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics of a Spinning Spacecraft in The Expanse

For the most part, this show gets *a lot* right. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition: Cute But Unnecessary

Anything Alexa can do, Mom and Dad can do better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Crash-Happy RC Cars Make Self-Driving Tech Smarter

Short on time, money, and space, Georgia Tech researchers created a 1:5 scale platform that lets them test autonomous tech without fear of crashing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Tech Employees Are Rebelling Against Their Bosses

The revolts at Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce are part of a growing political awakening over contracts with government agencies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mission Bicycle's Light-Up Fork Will Never Leave You in the Dark

A new bike design has two LED strips built into the front fork, offering some guiding light on rides at night. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

California Unanimously Passes Historic Privacy Bill

The law will give Californians more control over the data that companies collect on them than ever before. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Continues Transparency Push With View Ads Feature

Sheryl Sandberg says the company will take a “broad” approach to transparency, even if it means slowing down the process for advertisers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Congress Grills Cambridge Analytica Alum on New Firm’s Data Use

Democrats on the House Energy and Commerce Committee are asking Matt Oczkowski about how his new firm, Data Propria, will treat consumer privacy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Get Yer Bread and Milk From Kroger's Cute New Delivery Robot

Built by Nuro, the little autonomous R1 can carry 12 bags of groceries to your door—but the other logistics are still up in the air. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Partisan Divide Around Censorship in Social Media

A survey by the Pew Research Center finds most Americans think social media platforms censor political viewpoints, and Republicans think they have it worse. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

One Sentence With 7 Meanings Unlocks a Mystery of Human Speech

Neuroscientists turned to an internet-famous phrase to identify the region of the brain that controls pitch and emphasis in human speech. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Roboticists Are Copying Nature to Make Fantastical Machines

Nature knows what it’s doing, and roboticists are more than happy to steal evolution’s ideas to make a plethora of curious and clever machines. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Kilner Fermentation Set Review: A Great and Easy Way to Get Started

This inexpensive and easy-to-use kit is the nudge you need to start making your own fermented foods. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fourth of July Party Picks: Yeti, Weber, Biolite, Hydro Flask

Happy Fourth of July! Let us upgrade your Independence Day bash with premium coolers, stomping rockets, and 12 other great products. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Boeing’s Proposed Hypersonic, Mach 5 Plane Is Really, Really Fast

Supersonic planes are always almost here, but maybe the way to fly is to go faster. Much, much faster. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Delicate Art of Creating New Emoji

Emoji's consortium of gatekeepers serve as one example of how online communication might be supervised with rigor, generosity, and imagination. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How the Startup Mentality Failed Kids in San Francisco

Huge contributions from tech titans, a STEM-packed curriculum, gadgets everywhere: Willie Brown Middle School was supposed to set the bar. Then it opened. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SpaceX Is About to Launch Its Final Block 4 Falcon

RIP to the moderately-reusable Falcon 9. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Duplex Gets a Second, More Subdued, Demo

Google's talking telephone bot began life as a staged demo. Now, it's closer to being ready for the real world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch Out, Pro Racers: These Drones Just Learned to Fly Solo

A new system allows robot drones to navigate an obstacle course with 100 percent accuracy—that is, the robots almost never crash and explode. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Stop Expecting Games to Build Empathy

Games, the thinking goes, can make you a better person. But can they? Do they? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Here’s One Way to Reform an Internet Conspiracy Theorist

A new study looks at millions of Reddit posts to determine who constructs online conspiracy theories, and how they might be convinced to rejoin reality. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

9 Killer Tech Deals on the Bitdefender Box, SNES Classic, and More

Two Nintendo consoles are on sale this week, along with a secure router and other great tech! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tech Companies Deflect Blame for Opioid Crisis Ahead of FDA Summit

The tech and pharmaceutical industries are sparring over who bears more responsibility for an opioid crisis that kills more than 115 Americans a day. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

LG C8 OLED 4K TV: The Best-Looking TV of 2018

When it comes to picture quality, LG's OLED 4K TV lineup beats all comers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Beating Mini-Hearts Could Save Big Bucks—And Maybe Lives

The pharma industry is increasingly using miniature hearts as part of their drug screening and discovery process. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Distracted Driving Is Out of Control, and There's No Single Cure

What with phones and in-car infotainment systems, it's harder than ever to watch the road—and it's becoming a problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Researchers Gather for the International Workshop on Emoji Understanding

Linguists and data scientists see a new way to study language and communication in our little digital ideograms. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Trade War Won't Hurt China. It Could Hurt US Tech

Proposed restrictions take aim at Chinese investments in the US that are declining anyway. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Privacy Scores Big Wins, as the Data Backlash Grows

From *Carpenter v. United States* to a landmark bill in California, privacy advocates sense a shift in what people will accept from Facebook, mobile carriers, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple News Tries to Avoid Facebook’s Mistakes With Midterm Elections Section

From now until November, every Apple News user in the US will see a curated section of stories about the midterm elections. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Exploring How to Change the Way the World Literally Sees You

In futuristic short sci-fi film 'Reality+,' an AR-like technology brings out the best—and worst—in people. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Can We Make Technology Healthier for Humans?

Using technology is no longer a matter of choice. The question then becomes how to selectively unplug. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

VR Pilot Training Now Comes With a Sense of Touch

Finger-mounted actuators give pilots training with virtual reality the sensation of touching the switches and controls, so they’re better prepared when the move into the real cockpit. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bose SoundSport Free Review: Amazing Sound, No Strings Attached

It might be worth busting your bank account for these wireless workout buds. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Denmark's Carbon Footprint Is Set to Balloon—Blame Big Tech

The sustainability-focused country will host six new data centers within 12 years, leading to rising carbon emissions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Rise of DNA Data Storage

Could DNA as an arhival medium be the solution to our information overload? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Social Networks Set the Limits of What We Can Say Online

A researcher argues it’s time to take a new look at Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act—a 20-year-old law that shields internet platforms from liability for material posted by users. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Traffic Doesn’t Hurt the Economy—But We Should Still Fix It

A new study questions the idea that gridlock stalls commerce, and points to a new way of talking about the problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Real Reason You Use Closed Captions for Everything Now

Sure, subtitles are great for shows with heavy accents or lots of jargon—but they've become a defense against a world of chaos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The New Satellite Arms Race Threatening to Explode in Space

Trump’s call for a “Space Force” escalates a quiet, dangerous contest between the US, China, and Russia—one whose consequences no one really understands. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elon Musk’s OpenAI Takes on Pro Gamers in Dota 2—And Could Win

A five-bot team from Elon Musk's OpenAI will compete against professional players of Dota 2, in a test of the powers of machine learning. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6 Review: Simple Square Shots

Fuji's first square analog instant camera is finally here. Was it worth the wait? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Quest to Make Super Cold Quantum Blobs in Space

Physicists launched a custom-made freezer and then let it plummet back to Earth—for science! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Troubled End of an Ethically Compromised Booze Study

NIH pulled the plug on what would have been a grand experiment in “healthy” drinking. Where can the field go now? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Stock Market Loophole That Screws The Little Guy

The stock market was supposed to be a level playing field, but investing in private companies allows the ultra-rich to reap unparalleled gains. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cities Are Watching You—Urban Sciences Graduates Watch Back

American wifi networks, smart traffic lights, security cameras, cell phones, and vehicles are throwing off truckloads of data. A new program at MIT (and others like it) teaches students to handle it in ways that make residents’ lives better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Melania Trump's 'I Really Don't Care' Jacket Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

The First Lady wore a "I really don't care. Do U?" jacket on her visit to the southern border. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ford's Train Station, Elon's Angry Emails, and More Car News

Plus, VW builds an electric racer for a mountain climb, and Colorado sticks it to the EPA. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Use a Google Clips Camera

Google’s clever new AI-powered camera is designed to grab stellar 7-second snippets of family shenanigans. Here’s how to get started. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Let's Use Physics to Model a Curving Soccer Ball

You could practice out on the pitch, or you could use a numerical calculation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Finally, a Problem Only Quantum Computers Will Ever Be Able to Solve

Computer scientists have been searching for years for a type of problem that a quantum computer can solve but that any possible future classical computer cannot. Now they’ve found one. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

From Mats to Hoodies, 9 Ways to Elevate Your Yoga Practice

Our favorite gear to help you say "namaste." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Westworld’s Real Villain Has Always Been Its Privacy Policy

Those rich people really should have read the Delos terms of service. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Major Privacy Win, a Vault 7 Indictment, and More Security News This Week

A good week for privacy, an alleged leaker indicted, and more security news this week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The World Needs More Shows Like 'The Terror'

AMC's new show, which depicts the doomed Franklin expedition to the Arctic, is the right kind of historical fiction. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sony's A7 III Mirrorless Camera Flaunts Its Sensor Smarts

Sony's full-frame sensor is the stuff of a silicon junkie's dreams. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Fortnite' Is Everywhere, But It's Perfect on the Nintendo Switch

The game's magic lies in its self-contained arc—which translates to an almost perfect mobile experience. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Weekend Tech Deals: Apple Devices, Moto Z3, Robot Vacs, and More

We found some great deals on Moto phones, Apple devices, robot vacs, wireless headphones, and more Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Do You Dream in Internet? Don’t Freak Out

We know a lot about how smartphones and social media affect our brains, but dreams are more mysterious. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Indictment of Ex-Fitbit Employees Marks a Bigger Legal Shift

Six current and former Fitbit employees are accused of stealing trade secrets from rival company Jawbone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: No, You’re Not Barchan Mad. Those Dunes Are Blue.

Mars, along with parts of Earth, is covered in what are called barchan dunes—features shaped into crescents by wind activity. Crank up the saturation in the photo and they look amazing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Another Failed Silicon Valley Exec Gets a Crypto Project

After mismanaging digital-payments company Clinkle, Lucas Duplan has resurfaced with a venture fund of his own. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uber's Crash and the Folly of Humans Training Self-Driving Cars

Humans are terrible at paying attention when they're doing all the driving. So why expect anything different when the robot's in charge? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Carpenter v. United States Decision Strengthens Digital Privacy

Thanks to Carpenter v. United States, the government will now generally need a warrant to obtain your cell site location information. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Mystics Seeking Eternal Life Through Liquid Nitrogen

Photographer Giuseppe Nucci documents cosmists, transhumanists, and cryonicists in Russia. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Plea for AI That Serves Humanity Instead of Replacing It

A new group formed by MIT's Media Lab and IEEE thinks artificial intelligence should complement human endeavors, not just serve the corporate bottom line Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pain Is Weird. Making Bionic Arms Feel Pain Is Even Weirder

Researchers get a robotic prosthesis to feel pain. But is that something amputees would even want? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Hayley Kiyoko, Troye Sivan, and the New Age of Queer Pop

The next generation of LGBTQ pop artists knows what it stands for. And when you’re producing songs people have been waiting a long time to hear, word spreads fast. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's Business Time for Rocket Lab, Launcher of Small Satellites

The question now is: Can it loft its rockets inside the newly opened launch window, or will it stay on the launch pad for ever and ever and ever? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers (2018)

Learn how to make fantastic cold brew with our picks for the best cold brew coffee makers, best cold brew coffee grounds, and our advice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

VW's Electrifying Bid to Dominate the Pikes Peak Race

To conquer the Race to the Clouds, Volkswagen ditched the engine for a pair of batteries and a clever new charging setup. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Twitter Users Are Analytical in the Morning, Angsty at Night

What an analysis of 800 million tweets and 7 billion words published to Twitter between 2010 and 2014, across the 54 largest cities in the UK, reveals (and doesn't) about the British state of mind. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

China Escalates Hacks Against the US as Trade Tensions Rise

A hacking truce between China and the US doesn't address government espionage operations, a workaround both countries exploit. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

NASA’s New Plan: Do More Science With Small Satellites

A new NASA program aims to turn the gaze of small, traditionally Earth-monitoring satellites outward toward the cosmos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Fire TV Cube Review: Don’t Trade the Remote for Alexa Just Yet

Amazon’s promise for the future of TV doesn't quite come through in the Cube. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Problem With the ‘Rainbow-Washing’ of LGBTQ+ Pride

Corporations might genuinely support the LGBTQ+ community with Pride-related promotions, but is there a line between allyship and marketing that shouldn’t be crossed? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

18 Best Nintendo Switch Accessories (2018): Controllers, Cases, Screen Protectors, Battery

Have a Nintendo Switch? You really should get some of these accoutrements. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside the Science of Apeel, the Clever Coating That Saves Your Avocados

A coating doubles the ripeness window of avocados. How? By supercharging the defenses that evolution crafted on its own. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Mission to Build the Ultimate Burger Bot

Alex Vardakostas has been on a decade-long quest to build a robot that can prepare the perfect cheeseburger. It could also put his family out of work. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How ‘Self-Limiting’ Mosquitos Can Help Eradicate Malaria

With help from the Gates Foundation, Oxitec aims to release genetically engineered mosquitoes in the Western Hemisphere by 2020. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Colorado Joins California In the Fight for Cleaner Cars

While the EPA moves to roll back vehicle emissions standards, Colorado's using a legal loophole to follow California's much stricter rules. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Big Tech Isn’t the Problem With Homelessness. It’s All of Us

Amid all the digital wealth, the big cities of the West are racked with the destitute. We know how to solve this problem, so what’s stopping us? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sennheiser CX Sport Review: Can’t Shake ’Em

June 20, 2018

Senny’s latest buds lack bass but stay put during the most strenuous workouts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Autonomous Vehicles Might Drive Cities to Financial Ruin

June 20, 2018

American cities rely on car-related fees to fund public transit. But driverless cars might not need to park or fill up on gas—causing the system to collapse. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Lyft Is Trying to Become the Next Subscription Business

June 20, 2018

After months of testing its fledgling membership program, Lyft is betting that the model that built loyal followings for Netflix and Spotify can also work for transit Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Iran’s Telegram Ban Has Impacted All Corners of the Country

In Iran, secure messaging app Telegram effectively is the internet. The government has blocked it since April. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

ShareWaste's Compost-Finding App Makes an Internet Community Grow

ShareWaste uses digital mapping to connect individuals with leftover food scraps to nearby neighbors who have a composting system. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Analysis: Zillow Shows Rising Seas Threaten Over 300,000 Homes

Climate change study predicts ‘staggering impact’ of swelling oceans on coastal communities within next 30 years. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Really Does Need Traffic Cops

Trump’s new space directive spreads out the responsibility for Earth’s congested orbital thoroughfares. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Merger That Would Have Made Crypto Investing Easier Fails

The deal would have united a a risk-averse financial trust in Kentucky with a venture-backed startup in Silicon Valley. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Man Who Saw the Dangers of Cambridge Analytica Years Ago

Researchers at the Psychometrics Centre knew better than most how Facebook data can be manipulated, but investigations and suspensions have halted their work. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Deals: Sale on Watch, iPad, Mac, and More Happening Now

Apple Watch, iPad Pro, Macs, Beats, Nuraphones, and more are on sale this week! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Oprah’s Network Finally Found Its Voice

In the new golden age of TV, success is all about finding a passionate niche audience. With "Love Is___" and a slate of scripted shows, OWN has cracked that code. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blockchain: A Love Story—And a Horror Story

Cryptomania isn’t just a mad rush of scams and speculation. It’s a utopian dream. And a living nightmare. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Olympic Destroyer Hackers May Have Returned For More

A recent spate of attacks against biological and chemical threat protection agencies bears the hallmarks of the group hacker group behind Olympic Destroyer. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ellen Pao on the Perverse Incentives Helping Incels Thrive at Tech Companies

Incels are well-represented at tech companies, raising challenging ethical issues for leaders who want to create a safe workspace. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blockchain: A Love Story—And a Horror Story

Cryptomania isn’t just a mad rush of scams and speculation. It’s a utopian dream. And a living nightmare. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blockchain: A Love Story—And a Horror Story

Cryptomania isn’t just a mad rush of scams and speculation. It’s a utopian dream. And a living nightmare. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Tug of War With a Lion Isn't About Strength—It's About Friction

If you want a fair fight between a lion and a human playing tug of war, you should give the lion a pair of tennis shoes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Square Made Its Own iPad Replacement

Square has always made hardware, but its new Android-based tablet shows it’s serious about controlling the payments experience. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Star Wars News: No, Kathleen Kennedy Isn't Leaving Lucasfilm

'Solo: A Star Wars Story' underperformed, but it's not a career-ender. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Most Promising Indie Games That Showed Up at E3, From 'Sable' to 'NeoCab'

Sure, the gaming event is a showcase for triple-A blockbusters, but a surprising number of small, thoughtful gems piqued our interest. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

12 Best Tablets for Every Budget in 2018: iPad, Android, Fire HD, Surface

No matter if you prefer Android, iOS, Chrome, or Windows—these are the best tablets we've tried. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Volvo's Making the Polestar 1 From an Old Concept

Five years after showing off the Concept Coupe, Volvo has resurrected the much-loved design as the first offering from its newly electric-focused brand, Polestar. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You'll Have to Look Closer to Understand These Tiny Worlds

Photographer Frank Kunert photographs miniature scenes of modern life—with a bizarre twist. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The End of Dyslexia

Innovations in brain research and AI-fueled assistive technologies could level the playing field for those with language-based learning disabilities. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fake Video Could End Viral Justice

Opinion: Videos provide transformative new avenues for justice, often summoning well-deserved Twitter mobs. Deep fakes could change all that. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Collapse of a $40 Million Nutrition Science Crusade

The Nutrition Science Initiative promised to study obesity and diabetes the right way. Now it’s broke, president-less, and all but gone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blockchain: A Love Story—And a Horror Story

Cryptomania isn’t just a mad rush of scams and speculation. It’s a utopian dream. And a living nightmare. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Meeting With Kim Jong-Un Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Last week, social media was awash in commentary about the historic meeting between the US president and the North Korean leader. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elon Musk Digs Chicago, Byton's Tesla-Fighter, and More Car News This Week

Plus: Volvo gets some lidar, Seattle's high-tech tunnel, and Boeing tries to make the future of flight a lot more fun. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Crazy Slide Is Either Evil or Funny

It's like the designer *wanted* people to crash in excellent viral videos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Powerful Groups Stonewalling a Greener Way to Die

"Aquamation," a greener form of body disposal, is gaining acceptance in America. But some groups are fighting to stop it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Dark Side of the Crypto Revolution

As the trustless, decentralized world of digital tokens expands, fraudsters, gamblers, sex workers, and drug dealers are cashing in. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

When 'Fornite''s Biggest Stars Congregated Under the LA Sun

The 'Fortnite' Pro-Am event, held during the E3 videogame show this week, brought together titans and fans of the world's biggest game. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Rare Bird's-Eye View of Hong Kong's Vanishing Rooftop Culture

Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze captures daily life unfolding atop buildings in the crowded district of Kowloon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Key to Triumphing Over Star Wars Trolls

Former *Mythbusters* host Kari Byron has a few suggestions for handling toxic fans. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tech Deals: Vizio, 23andMe, iPad Mini, Amazon Devices

Go shopping for DNA testing kits, fancy robot vacuums, gaming hardware and software, and more this weekend. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Snooping Soccer App, a Decades-Old Bug, and More Security News This Week.

Encrypted email, a 20-year-old bug, and more security news this week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Instant Film Cameras From Fujifilm and Lomography Prove It's Hip to Be Square

We look at two cameras that approach the iconic quadrilateral instant photo from new angles. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Mars Attacks Opportunity

The huge cloud blocks out the sun, sending Oppy into low power mode. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why You Should Slack Off to Get Some Work Done

One cautionary point: Pro-leisure science does not give permission to trance out on Twitter or graze Netflix endlessly. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Universe Is Not a Simulation, but We Can Now Simulate It

Computer simulations have become so accurate that cosmologists can now use them to study dark matter, supermassive black holes, and other mysteries of the real evolving cosmos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best E3 Game Deals: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch (2018)

Another E3 has come and gone, but Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo still have great deals available. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Alleged Silk Road Adviser Roger Clark Extradited To the US

Roger Clark allegedly served as Ross Ulbricht's Silk Road consigliere. Friday, the feds announced his extradition from Thailand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

On the New Season of 'Queer Eye,' Learning Goes Both Ways

Since the show's original Bravo incarnation, the conversation around gender and sexuality has evolved in fundamental ways—and in new episodes is refreshingly nuanced. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Huawei MediaPad M5 Review: 8.4-inch, 10.8-inch, and M5 Pro

All three of Huawei's M5 Android tablets are worth your time, but which is best for you? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The US Should Pay Attention to Foreign Cambridge Analytica Probes

Opinion: The UK and Canada are uncovering the unsettling reach of Cambridge Analytica. So why aren't Americans interested? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics of the One Goal You Won't See at the 2018 FIFA World Cup

A soccer player rarely scores directly off a corner kick. It's called an Olympic goal, and when it does happen, it's usually an accident. Here's why. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

E3 2018's Most Surprising Trends, From Calendar Shifts to the Rise of MMO-Lites

The giant videogame show is wrapping up, which means it's prediction time. Here's what we noticed. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics of the One Goal You Won't See at the 2018 FIFA World Cup

A soccer player rarely scores directly off a corner kick. It's called an Olympic goal, and when it does happen, it's usually an accident. Here's why. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Four Reasons We Don’t Have Flying Cars—Yet

The technological hurdles facing the development of aircraft for urban mobility systems like UberAIR are massive, but not insurmountable. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Puerto Rico's Observatory Is Still Recovering From Hurricane Maria

Arecibo Observatory's 1,000-foot telescope was damaged in last year's storm, and the recovery money is only just beginning to flow in. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 19th-Century Crank Who Tried to Tell Us About the Microbiome

Today’s understanding of the importance of microbes to health was anticipated by a rival to Louis Pasteur. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Boeing's $2 Million GoFly Challenge to Make Flying Fun Again

In a Boeing-sponsored competition, teams designed personal flying machines that look more like jetpacks and flying motorbikes than the boring planes we use today. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Encrypted Messaging Apps Have Limitations You Should Know

As recent events have shown, using an encrypted messaging app like WhatsApp or Signal is no privacy panacea. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Robots Won't Take Your Job—But They Might Make It Boring

Opinion: "Good" automation assigns tasks that are dirty, dangerous, or dull to robots. But shifting responsibility often makes surrounding jobs less fulfilling. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Battle Royale Games Like 'Fortnite' Are Everywhere (It’s Not Just Money)

Juggernaut franchises like 'Call of Duty' and 'Battlefield' are trying to capitalize on the success of Epic's phenomenon, but battle-royale games tap into something deeper than just skins and emotes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Snap Kit Will Let Other Apps Use Snapchat's Features, But Not Your Data

With the release of its new Snap Kit developer platform, Snap promises it will keep your data safe from prying third-party apps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Swimrun Review: Wear Anywhere

Congratulations! You’ve just found the perfect go-anywhere summer travel shoe. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Volvo's Using Luminar's Lidar to Build Self-Driving Cars

The automaker plans to use the startup's laser sensors to help its autonomous vehicles see and understand the world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside the Mad Lab That's Getting Robots to Walk and Jump Like Us

Truly useful robots will have to be able to tackle everything humans can, so they've gotta have legs. Easier said than done, though. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A War Over Bike Shares Is Shaking Up Seattle

Residents are divided over whether the city's dockless bike share program is revolutionizing transit—or creating an unwieldy, dangerous mess. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can PJs and Sound Sleep Lead to a World Cup Victory?

Under Armour equipped a Swiss star with ceramic bedsheets and sleep monitors to boost his performance Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Did the Owl Do It? Unpacking the Weirdest Fan Theory About Netflix's 'The Staircase'

A bizarre idea that never made the cut turns Netflix’s new-again docuseries into a true hoo-dunit. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Macs vs Windows PCs: Our Favorite Alternatives

If you're tired of waiting for Apple to address your Mac needs, consider these Windows-powered options. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Are CDC Disease Detectives in a Cave Crawling With Snakes?

The scientists aren't there for the pythons: They're there for the pythons' food. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A New Era of Frankensoftware Is Upon Us

But that's not necessarily a bad thing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Brilliant Vigilance of Seattle's Huge New SR-99 Tunnel

How do you keep a tunnel safe? Hundreds of cameras, 17 jet fans, and a sprinkler system that can out-hose Splash Mountain. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Pro-Eating Disorder Posts Evade Filters on Social Media

A new study shows how sites like Instagram and Pinterest struggle to moderate pro-ED content—or even keep recommendation algorithms from surfacing it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Potential Pitfalls of Sucking Carbon From the Atmosphere

A new method makes negative emissions more of a reality than ever before. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google and Uber Race to Dominate the Future of Search: Maps

As the world becomes infused with tech, a fleet of companies are racing to build maps that help users navigate. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Amazon's Painstaking Pursuit to Teach Alexa French

Amazon tries to translate its homegrown voice assistant into a global success. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics of a Puzzling Perpetual Motion Machine

Nope, this YouTube video hasn’t just changed everything we know about energy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Furbo Dog Camera Review: Remotely Amuse Your Pets

The Furbo helps you keep an eye on your dog and reward them, too. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

E3 Game Deals: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch (2018)

While Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo debut new games at E3, they're rolling out deep discounts on the old ones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

LA Is Doing Water Better Than Your City. Yes, That LA

With climate change on the horizon, Los Angeles is rushing to pull water from surprising sources. The goal: aqueous independence. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Hustlers Fueling Cryptocurrency’s Marketing Machine

As Google and Facebook ban ads for cryptocurrency projects, and the SEC cracks down on hype, backers are employing unconventional strategies to find investors. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Crazy Hacks One Woman Used to Make Money on Mechanical Turk

A new book describes how a Mechanical Turker used alarms and shortcuts to make $20 an hour, at the cost of her health. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside a Chemist’s Quest to Hack Evolution and Cure Genetic Disease

David Liu is a scientific superhero on a mission to knock out genetic mutants. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

With a 'Lite' App, Uber Moves to Win Over India

Uber Lite should make the ride-hailing service easier to use in emerging markets where service is spotty and data is limited. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Can't Take This Photo: Shooting Western Landscapes Like They've Never Been Seen—at Night

Photographer Adam Kasteff puts his own spin on landscape photography. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Surprisingly Cool Physics of Pushing a Block Against a Wall

You might think this is just a boring physics problem—but you'd be wrong. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Motorola Moto G6 Review: Affordable Excellence

The Moto G6 still reigns supreme as the best cheap Android phone for $250 or less. Our full WIRED review. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Uranium Hunter Sniffs Out Nuclear Weapons

Every bit of uranium ore has a chemical fingerprint specific to its source on Earth. Track the metal, and you can track the ne’er-do-well who took it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Tech Shaped San Francisco’s Unresolved Mayor’s Race

This was supposed to be the election where the city rebelled against years of tech-fueled growth. It's not turning out that way. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FCC's Net Neutrality Rules Are Dead, but the Fight Isn't

Efforts continue in Congress, the states, and the courts, to prevent internet providers from blocking or favoring certain content. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Anduril, Palmer Luckey's Bid to Build A Border Wall

How the Oculus founder, along with ex-Palantir executives, plan to reinvent national security, starting with Trump's agenda. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Single Drone Helped Mexican Police Drop Crime 10 Percent

Over four months, police in Ensenada, south of Tijuana, used a DJI drone to help make 500 arrests and cut robberies by 30 percent. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

IHOP's Name Change Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

The internet had a lot of fun trying to figure out IHOP's new name last week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Flash Zero Day, a DNA Site Breach, and More Security News This Week

A DNA site breach, a background check failure, and more security news this week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week in the Future of Cars: It's Business Time

Larry Page's flying car starts to look real, Uber and Lyft get into bike-sharing, and Elon Musk works to get Tesla on track. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Endangered Species and the Case for ‘Sanctuary Cities’

Non-native animals and plants often arrive in cities by happenstance and carve out ecological niches for themselves. But if cities were more deliberate about biodiversity, they’d take in well-suited species that are struggling elsewhere. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Meater Wireless Meat Thermometer Review: A Recipe for Mediocrity

Monitoring your roasting and grilling with an app is neat, but the Meater has quirks and flaws that keep us from recommending it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

All of Us and the Dream of a Research Diversity Crusader

The billion-dollar, 10-year All of Us initiative promises to sequence and study the health of 1 million Americans. But will they represent the diversity of the country's population? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Microsoft's Windows Red Team Keeps PCs Safe

Microsoft's Windows red team probes and prods the world's biggest operating system through the eyes of an adversary. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

E3 Is Going to be a Weird One—But Don’t Hold Your Breath

Falling between console upgrades and generational changes, 2018 is all about the games, but don't pin your hopes on a mindblowing reveal. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Jupiter's Lightning Is Striking

The strikes are a lot like on Earth, but they tend to linger toward the poles. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Solo: A Star Wars Story' Should Have Been Two Movies

A second film could've explored where Han Solo got his cynical, jaded attitude. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How NATO Defends Against the Cyberattacks

Opinion: The NATO Secretary General explains how the alliance manages the dark side of the web. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

4 Weekend Tech Deals for Father’s Day Gifts

Get a head start on your Father’s Day shopping. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

At Festival of the Impossible, Artists Augment Reality to Tell Fresh Stories

Getting trippy with storytelling at Festival of the Impossible, an AR and VR showcase currently showing in San Francisco. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

With Cortex, Land Rover Takes Self-Driving Cars Off-Roading

Land Rover always delivers capability and convenience, and that means teaching its cars to drive themselves where the roads don't go. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

When Overtaxed Working Memory Knocks Your Brain Out of Sync

Researchers find that when working memory gets overburdened, dialog between three brain regions breaks down. The discovery provides new support for a broader theory about how the brain operates. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside the Arctic Circle, Golden Hour Has Nothing on Golden Day

When photographer Reuben Wu visited the Svalbard Satellite Station in Norway, the sun never strayed far from the horizon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Many Shades of Bad Physics

There are different categories of incorrect physics—and each deserves its own strategy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Streaming services, match schedules, and more for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Brought 'Sense8' Back—and What Killed It in the First Place

Weird, risky sci-fi has an uphill battle, and it's going to take a very long time until that changes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Larry Page's Flying Car Project Suddenly Seems Rather Real

The Google founder's Kitty Hawk has shown a new version of its Flyer vehicle, boasting a sleek design and solid specs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Father's Day Gifts: 18 Awesome Gift Ideas for the Dad in Your Life

If you have an awesome father figure, show your appreciation with one of these hand-picked Father’s Day gifts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Chips From AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm Make PCs Exciting Again

All-day battery. Universal connectivity. A 32-core monster CPU. PCs are about to transform, and it's about time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Meet Germán Garmendia, the Aggressively Normal YouTube Superstar Who Wants It All

On the internet, Latin American phenom Germán Germandia is almost as big as Bieber. Now he’s setting his sites on Hollywood. One thing he doesn’t want: help from traditional media. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Science Helps the Warriors Sleep Their Way to Success

Not like that. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Lyft Redesigns Its App—and Strategy—for the Age of Sharing

Believing sharing is key to its longterm success, the Uber rival is doing everything it can to get more people into fewer cars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Britannica Insights Is a Chrome Extension to Fix False Google Results

Encyclopedia Britannica released a Chrome extension designed to fix Google's sometimes inaccurate "featured snippets." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can This State Finally Put a Price on Carbon?

After a decade of failed carbon taxes, Washington state is pushing to pass the country's first "carbon fee." Will this time be different? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Fire TV Cube: Details, Price, Release Date

Alexa knows: it's hip to be square. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Alternatives to Cobalt, the Blood Diamond of Batteries

Can scientists find a way to power our phones, robots, and electric cars without cobalt? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Vampyr' Review: A Game Whose Messiness Doesn't Weaken Its Bite

The game manages to mechanize something that role-playing games have broadly bungled: ulterior motives. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We Need to Talk About Robots Trying to Pass as Humans

Robots that mimic humans are getting so entrancing, it’s easy to forget how ethically problematic they could be one day if we’re not careful. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Yuba Electric Boda Boda Review: An E-Bike for Parents

It's as easy and convenient to ride the electric Yuba Boda Boda as it is to drive a car. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple's Plans to Bring Artificial Intelligence to Your Phone

New tools for developers make it easier to integrate machine learning into apps; it's like training wheels for AI. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Motorola Moto Z3 Play: Price, Specs, Release Date, Mods

Motorola's modular dreams are alive and well with the latest Z series phone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

12 Killer Deals on Google Devices, Amazon Echo, and Headphones We Love

Four different Google devices are on sale this week, along with several more WIRED Recommends products! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Dawn of Mobile Convenience Stores—and (Maybe) Free Car Rides

Startups like Cargo, which allow you to buy convenience-store items from ride-hailing drivers, point to a future where your commute doesn’t cost a cent—because you, friend, are the product. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Encryption Upgrade Could Upend Online Payments

While ditching TLS 1.0 encryption will benefit the payments ecosystem, it'll be rough going for those with older devices. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Crispr Fans Fight for Egalitarian Access to Gene Editing

The applications of gene editing tech will be shaped by the values of the societies that wield it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Does It Matter If China Beats the US to Build a 5G Network?

The rivalry to build the next-generation wireless network is partly a matter of national ego, but faster speeds and greater data capacity will give businesses real advantages. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Solar Panels Power New Schools—and New Ways of Learning

Nationwide, K-12 schools are leading an oh-so-green zero-energy building boom. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elon Musk and the Unnerving Influence of Twitter's Power Users

Twitter has increasingly become a place where a small number of elite users commandeer huge followings—and they don't always use their power for good. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WWDC 2018: Apple's Software Chief Details How iOS Apps Will Run on Macs

In an exclusive interview, Apple's Craig Federighi explains how developers will be able to get their iOS apps working on Macs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Physics Face-off: The Momentum Principle vs. Newton's 2nd Law

Which method is better? It’s complicated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Boosted Mini S Review: Pure Joy

It won't replace your car, but Boosted's entry-level board might be what you've been waiting for. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Humans Tracked Iceland's Glaciers For Ages. Now, Tech Does

Citizen scientists have served as glacier trackers in Iceland—and witnesses to the ravages of climate change—for generations. Will they continue? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A New Privacy Problem Could Deepen Facebook's Legal Trouble

Facebook shared user data with the makers of smartphones and other devices, including Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Blackberry. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tusks, Horns, and Claws: The Fight to Dismantle the Facebook Animal Parts Bazaar