Robot cars will make up most of Lyft’s rides in five years
Autonomous self-driving cars are set to take off but they are less likely to be driven by private owners and…
Intel's new PC, IoT chief brings fresh ideas to the veteran chip maker
Intel is now more than just a PC company. At industry events, the company’s keynotes feature drones flying around, robots…
NYC’s Subway Apocalypse Could Trigger a Transit Renaissance
Massive transportation disruptions might be your city’s gain. The post NYC’s Subway Apocalypse Could Trigger a Transit Renaissance appeared first…
The FTC Is Cracking Down on Predatory Science Journals
The FTC is suing predatory journal publishing company, OMICS Group, for hiding fees and deceiving researchers. It’s a first for…
Human Chimera Research’s Huge (and Thorny) Potential
Mixing human cells with animal embryos could greatly enhance our understanding of human development. But the ethics are thorny. The…
Amtrak’s Massive Network Looks Way Better as a Subway Map
This week, graphic designer Cameron Booth released the latest iteration of his Amtrak Subway Map. The post Amtrak’s Massive Network…
The Best Superheroes Right Now Aren’t on Screens. They’re in Books
In a rather dismal summer for superheroes, these three novels are bringing some much-needed fun to superhero storytelling. The post…
Let’s Vacation in Some Giant Former Mine Pits!
Go home with a tan and a souvenir piece of coal in Germany’s lake district. The post Let’s Vacation in…
IDG Contributor Network: Walmart's self-driving shopping cart magic
Despite various short-lived efforts over the years, most retail shopping carts are impressively low-tech. And they almost always have a…
Tweetbot 4.5 for iOS 10 Gets Richer Notifications and Profile Notes
Popular iOS Twitter client Tweetbot has been updated to version 4.5, adding new functions for iOS 10 users as well…