Tech Updates: The Latest in Innovation and Gadgets
May 12, 2026 - 02:38
PATCO tests new tap-to-pay technology by installing 1 new fare gate per stationPATCO has moved a step closer to modernizing its fare collection system, with crews now installing one new tap-to-pay gate at each station along the line. The pilot program gives riders a chance to...
May 11, 2026 - 07:11
Democrats oppose anti-crime technology to protect illegal immigrantsCo-hosts of `The Big Weekend Show` weighed in on a growing political battle over law enforcement technology, accusing Democrats of trying to shield illegal immigrants from detection by opposing...
May 10, 2026 - 22:27
Navajo EPA wants to use controversial technology for uranium cleanupFor decades, the goal has been clear: remove the leftover uranium waste from the Old Church Rock Mine on the Navajo Nation. The site, abandoned for years, still holds radioactive material that...
May 10, 2026 - 12:40
Assistive Listening Devices Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035, Driven by Aging Demographics and OTC Regulatory ShiftsA new market forecast projects steady expansion for the global assistive listening devices sector through 2035, citing an aging population, regulatory shifts toward over-the-counter sales, and the...
May 9, 2026 - 18:36
Companies name AI as top reason for job cuts for second straight month: AnalysisFor the second consecutive month, artificial intelligence has emerged as the most commonly cited reason for job cuts across U.S. companies, according to a recent analysis of workforce data. The...
May 9, 2026 - 03:11
Is Microchip Technology (MCHP) One of the Best Stocks to Buy to Beat the S&P 500?Microchip Technology (MCHP) has posted a year-to-date return of 53.77% as of early May, placing it among the top contenders for investors looking to beat the broader S&P 500 index. The chipmaker...
May 8, 2026 - 23:57
AI is reshaping how Vermont’s doctors care for patientsArtificial intelligence is quietly changing the way physicians in Vermont handle one of their most time-consuming tasks: writing medical notes. Instead of typing furiously during appointments or...
May 8, 2026 - 00:03
Why Rackspace Technology Stock Doubled This MorningRackspace Technology saw its stock price double in morning trading Thursday, fueled by a combination of a better-than-feared earnings report and a new strategic partnership with chipmaker AMD. The...
May 7, 2026 - 05:02
Visionox Unveils ViP+ Display Breakthrough at SID Display Week 2026Visionox has taken the stage at SID Display Week 2026 in San Jose to demonstrate its latest generation of display technology, called ViP+. The company presented the new platform as a significant...
May 6, 2026 - 12:36
Committee Unanimously Approves Legislation to Establish Colorado’s Regulatory Framework on Automated Decision-Making TechnologyDENVER, CO - The Senate Business, Labor, and Technology Committee voted unanimously on Wednesday to advance legislation that would create Colorado`s first comprehensive regulatory framework for...
May 5, 2026 - 18:45
San Leandro appoints new chief technology officerThe City of San Leandro has selected Alicia Hernandez to serve as its next chief technology officer, a move announced by City Manager Janelle T. Cameron. Hernandez brings more than two decades of...
May 5, 2026 - 05:47
Breakthrough technology detects 'forever chemicals' faster, cheaper and at trace levels, on-siteA new collaboration between Pearlhill Technologies LLC and a professor at Boise State University has produced a portable device capable of detecting toxic `forever chemicals` in water within...
May 4, 2026 - 18:26
Akamai Accused of Infringing Cybersecurity Technology PatentsCybersecurity firm SunStone Information Defense Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Akamai Technologies Inc., accusing the cloud services giant of infringing on its patented cybersecurity technology....
May 4, 2026 - 03:54
MIT Technology Review outlines 10 key AI trends shaping the futureIn the fast-moving and often noisy world of AI, what truly merits attention? The publication has long tracked the field`s evolution to map its next directions. Their latest annual insight...
May 3, 2026 - 19:09
Sam Altman says the quiet part out loud, confirming some companies are ‘AI washing’ by blaming unrelated layoffs on the technologyOpenAI CEO Sam Altman has openly acknowledged that some companies are engaging in `AI washing` by blaming layoffs on artificial intelligence when the job cuts have nothing to do with the technology...
May 3, 2026 - 05:26
Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival marks 15th year with giant free expoThe Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival wrapped up its milestone 15th year on Saturday with its biggest event yet: the Giant Science and Technology Expo. The free, family-friendly gathering...
May 2, 2026 - 19:47
Berkshire Hathaway CEO Abel stresses technology opportunity at annual meetingBerkshire Hathaway reported a strong jump in first-quarter earnings on Saturday, with operating profits climbing across its major businesses. Speaking at the company`s annual shareholder meeting in...
May 2, 2026 - 05:03
Operationalizing AI for Scale and SovereigntyBusinesses are moving to take ownership of their data in order to customize artificial intelligence for their specific needs. The main challenge is finding a balance between keeping that ownership...
May 1, 2026 - 11:48
BIS Capstone projects deliver technology solutions for Tulsa nonprofitsThree Tulsa-area organizations are now equipped with new technology tools thanks to the Business Information Systems (BIS) Capstone program at the University of Tulsa this spring. The initiative...
April 30, 2026 - 18:30
'Green' cryptocurrency uses 18 times more energy than makers claimA cryptocurrency marketed as an eco-friendly alternative to bitcoin is consuming 18 times more energy than its developers have publicly stated. The digital currency, designed to sidestep the...
April 30, 2026 - 04:14
Tech Stocks Rally Nearly 2% in Midday Trading, Woolworths Drags on Consumer StaplesInformation technology stocks surged nearly 2% in midday trading Thursday, emerging as the top-performing sector on the ASX. The rally was fueled by renewed investor confidence in tech names, with...
April 29, 2026 - 20:58
Pharr Secures Major Semiconductor Boost as Avant Technology Expands OperationsPHARR, Texas — The City of Pharr is emerging as a key player in Texas’ rapidly growing semiconductor sector following a significant state investment. Governor Greg Abbott recently announced a...
April 29, 2026 - 04:46
China’s Block on Meta-Manus Deal Sends a Clear Signal in the Global AI RaceWhen Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta announced its acquisition of Manus, a Singapore-based artificial intelligence startup with deep Chinese roots, many industry observers dismissed it as a routine...
April 28, 2026 - 03:30
Electric Air Taxis Soar Over New York City: JFK to Manhattan in Seven MinutesA new era of urban transportation has officially taken flight in New York City, as electric air taxis undergo rigorous testing at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cutting-edge aircraft,...
April 27, 2026 - 03:55
Symposium Appearance Puts Amkor Technology in Focus as Valuation Scrutiny IntensifiesAmkor Technology (AMKR) is drawing fresh attention ahead of its April 21 presentation at the International Semiconductor Industry Group Symposium in Sunnyvale, where Senior Director of Package...
April 26, 2026 - 19:44
Healthcare AI Adoption Surges: 27% of Organizations Deploying AI Across Multiple FunctionsThe latest industry data reveals a significant acceleration in artificial intelligence adoption within healthcare organizations, with 27% now deploying AI across multiple operational functions....
April 26, 2026 - 06:26
Is Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) Pricing Reflecting Reality After Steep One Year Share DeclineInvestors are questioning whether Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT), currently trading at US$9.35 per share, accurately reflects the company’s underlying business value or if the market price...
April 25, 2026 - 19:32
Croton-Harmon Board of Education Candidates Face Packed House in Heated Technology ForumA standing-room-only crowd packed the Parish Hall of St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Croton last Thursday evening for a candidate forum featuring the five contenders vying for three open...
April 25, 2026 - 11:20
Next Generation Packaging Technology Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035, Driven by Sustainability Mandates and Smart Logistics IntegrationA comprehensive new market forecast indicates that the global next generation packaging technology sector is on a robust upward trajectory toward 2035, propelled by tightening environmental...
April 24, 2026 - 21:21
St. Mary’s University announces new Vice President for Information ServicesSt. Mary’s University has officially named Gwendolen “Gwen” M. Pechan as its next Vice President for Information Services, following a formal approval by the Board of Trustees during their...