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Women with strong networks and communities are most likely to succeed in the STEM fields.

Women in STEM face challenges and underrepresentation – this course gives them tools to succeed

Women still face discrimination and underrepresentation in STEM fields; receiving mentoring and tools to navigate male-dominated fields can help them succeed.

How accounting teams use AI to get more work done every day

Brex reports AI is transforming accounting by automating tasks, enhancing accuracy, and providing real-time insights, enabling teams to focus on strategic work.

Taking a look back at a legacy of innovation

(BPT) - Do you love technology? Do you enjoy diving into the past of companies that broke technological barriers to create cutting-edge inventions that are now part of everyday life?For anyone …

The water recovery system on the ISS is state of the art.

Water recycling is paramount for space stations and long-duration missions − an environmental engineer explains how the ISS does it

Yes, astronauts have to drink water that used to be pee – but their urine is treated extensively, until it is safer to drink than some tap water on Earth.

Expert Explains AI’s Defensive Advantage

(NewsUSA) - The evolution and impact of AI, especially with respect to national security, is poorly understood, but the explosion of knowledge is unprecedented, according to Dr. Eric Schmidt, chair …

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Workplace management solutions: How to improve the hybrid work experience

(BPT) - Are you a hybrid worker or do you have a team of hybrid workers?Working from home (WFH) offers employees freedom and flexibility, but today, the workspace extends far beyond the office. What …

Can AI think – and should it? What it means to think, from Plato to ChatGPT

Ancient Greek concepts about intelligence can shed light on 21st-century tech they never knew.

Whether AI can ‘think’ is a different question than whether it is ‘intelligent.’

Why drones and AI can’t quickly find missing flood victims, yet

The landscape in the aftermath of a flood makes it challenging to spot victims.

It might seem like an obvious move to deploy drones to help look for flood victims, but floods pose unique challenges that stymie the technology.

Poll finds bipartisan agreement on a key issue: Regulating AI

Democrats and Republicans alike have concerns about AI and want to see the rapidly developing technology regulated to protect the public.

Smartphone security: Protecting your digital identity in 2025

Spokeo reports smartphone security is crucial as attacks surge. Safeguard your digital identity in 2025 with biometrics, updated software, and mindful app permissions.

How technology is preventing cargo theft, the quiet crime costing billions

Trackonomy reports cargo theft is a rising issue in supply chains, costing billions while advanced technology helps combat these thefts.

AI Expo 2025 Showcases Emerging Technology

(NewsUSA) - The second AI+ Expo took place in Washington, D.C., from June 2-4, 2025, and served as a stark reminder of the lightning pace of AI development, according to Ylli Bajraktari, president …

Is there any hope for the internet?

The author of the new book ‘Attention and Alienation’ wonders if the online world can ever become a place where kindness and human flourishing are the prevailing ethos.

Reverse phone lookup demystified: When, why, and how to use it legally

Spokeo reports reverse phone lookup tools help identify unknown callers, verify identities, and monitor digital footprints legally.

Spacecraft equipped with a solar sail could deliver earlier warnings of space weather threats to Earth’s technologies

As more satellites are launched into orbit, space agencies are looking at how to predict space weather events that could harm them.

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alliantgroup’s CEO on the Rise of Robotics: Why Human Expertise Still Matters Most

(Dhaval Jadav, CEO of alliantgroup) - Robotics and hard‑tech transformation are reshaping the business landscape at an extraordinary pace. What was once confined to research labs and science …

Powering America’s Future: The Case for Solar Energy

(NewsUSA) - As America’s need for electricity grows, solar energy is stepping up to meet the moment. Today, utility-scale solar power now generates enough electricity to power 22 million homes. In …

A Georgia Tech University course links art and artificial intelligence.

AI and art collide in this engineering course that puts human creativity first

An engineering professor teaches students to harness AI’s flaws for creative expression.

Avoiding a breast exam? 5 misconceptions about mammograms debunked

(BPT) - Have you skipped or delayed your yearly mammogram? You're not alone. According to a 2023 MedStar Health survey, 59% of American women over 40 skip their annual mammogram, and almost a quarter …

How Small Business Owners Can Beat the Big Guys at Their Own Game

(BPT) - Given the option, people like to buy from a real person. There's pride in keeping small businesses open and more dollars in the local community. These businesses make up 99% of U.S. companies …

Uber’s new shuttles look suspiciously familiar to anyone who’s taken a bus

Grist reports Uber's new Route Share program resembles buses, raising concerns about its impact on transit systems and the environment.

In Stephenson's novel 'The Diamond Age,' a device called the Young Lady's Illustrated Primer offers emotional, social and intellectual support.

AI is advancing even faster than sci-fi visionaries like Neal Stephenson imagined

Three recent developments in AI – in video games, wearable technology and education – suggest that building something like Stephenson’s Young Lady’s Illustrated Primer is possible.

How can industrial facilities minimize downtime during equipment repairs?

Global Electronic Services reports that minimizing downtime in industrial facilities enhances productivity. Strategies include proactive maintenance, stocking spare parts, and adopting digital tools.

Your phone could soon replace your passwords.

What are passkeys? A cybersecurity researcher explains how you can use your phone to make passwords a thing of the past

Passwords are both annoying to use and vulnerable to hackers. Google is moving to support stronger, easier-to-use passkeys (and other tech companies are close behind).

Cutting off China's access to advanced U.S. chips is likely to motivate Chinese cyber espionage.

Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows

Supply-chain decoupling doesn’t stop rival nations from hacking each other and can make it worse. A cyber-espionage expert explains what does work.

LG Launches 'Radio Optimism' Campaign to Spread 'Life's Good' Through Music

(BPT) - LG's New Campaign Leverages Music — the Universal Language — to Foster Deeper Connections and Expand the Life's Good Promise in Digital SpacesLG Electronics (LG) today launched a …

The Internet of Things, which includes wearables, appliances and cars, is collecting an increasing amount of information about you.

How Internet of Things devices affect your privacy – even when they’re not yours

Internet of Things devices are collecting an increasing amount of information, creating a web of data harvesting that ensnares people all around them.

The evolution of design thinking: From products to problem-solving across industries

Lazzoni reports on the evolution of design thinking from product-focused to a broad problem-solving framework across various industries, emphasizing empathy and user needs.