When Apps Get Too Human, They Tumble into the Uncanny Valley
The more personalized apps get, the more people like them—until they got too personalized. Then they seem freaky. The post…
Motorcycle Sleds + Vodka = A Very Russian Bike Rally
Once a year, thousands of riders come together to race DIY motorcycles on the ice and get drunk. It’s great.…
Virtual Singapore Looks Just Like Singapore IRL—But With More Data
The island city-state’s simulated version of itself is scheduled to be up and running by the end of the year.…
An AI Hedge Fund Created a New Currency to Make Wall Street Work Like Open Source
Wall Street is a Darwinian battle for the almighty dollar. But Richard Craib thinks his AI-powered hedge fund will soar…
Tech Still Doesn’t Take Discrimination Seriously
A blog post accusing Uber of systematic failure to address sexual harassment bolsters the idea that the tech biz isn’t…
Flying at Light Speed Is Pretty Much Impossible—Unless You’re Han Solo
In Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Han needs crazy fast reaction time to get inside the Starkiller shields without crashing…
Cantina Talk: A New Hope for a Last Jedi Trailer. Maybe
Rumors are circulating that it’ll drop during Star Wars Celebration. The post Cantina Talk: A New Hope for a Last…
MIT’s New Wheelchair Drives Itself
MIT researchers are working to change mobility for the elderly and disabled. The post MIT’s New Wheelchair Drives Itself appeared…
This Motorcycle Gear Will Bring Joy to Your Weekend Rides
The hottest gear for hitting the road, no matter the season. The post This Motorcycle Gear Will Bring Joy to…
Power to the Pedal: 2 New E-Bikes for Your Commute
In an ideal world, every human would have perfectly toned thighs and a flat cycle path on which to commute.…