Before Jan Koum sold his company, WhatsApp, to Facebook for a mind-numbing $19 billion, he had a Post-It note affixed to his deskput there by WhatsApp co-founder Brian Actonthat set out the companys philosophy: No ads, no games, no gimmicks...
California wants to be the first state to mandate antitheft features on mobile devices, but carriers fear lost insurance revenue. Larry Greenemeier reports
Video games could transform education. But first, game designers, teachers and parents have to move beyond both hype and fear
Using sensors coupled with a simple set of rules, the robots worked independently to build structures
Technology is making it harder for word thieves to earn outrageous fortunes
Should we use a device to become smarter, more attentive versions of ourselves?
Scientific American technology editor Seth Fletcher talks about the recent Consumer Electronics Show and astronomy editor Clara Moskowitz discusses last month's American Astronomical Society conference
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Smart, networked devices around the home could help the elderly remain independent
Cheap energy from sunlight could displace kerosene in African villages
The principles underlying the U.S. approach to government-funded research and development remain solid—but the world has changed
Glass with imperceptible built-in cracks is stronger than conventional glass, because the cracks dissipate flexing forces. More durable phone screens could result. Christopher Intagliata reports
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Online services are no longer optional. So who's in control of your data?
A new smartphone for youngsters is being marketed for its ability for parents to set parental filters and strict guidelines for use. Larry Greenemeier reports
Disagreement burns over whether the chemicals in electronics are dangerous, or even provide any fire safety
Data scientists trace how the most-viewed video in YouTube history spread across the Internet
The speech should provide some insight into the future of how the U.S. government keeps tabs on friends and foes
Tech Talker: Quick and Dirty Tips to Navigate the Digital World
Six egregious instances of technological trust abuse
If you own a Parrot AR.Drone Quadricopter, you can participate in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Astro Drone crowdsourcing game to help improve robot vision
