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Gene Editing

New CRISPR Gene Editing Experiment Slows Down Hearing Loss

"We were really excited when we observed hearing preservation in the injected ears but not the uninjected ears of the same mouse."

People Are Taking Ubers to Avoid Ambulance Fees
Advanced Transport

People Are Taking Ubers to Avoid Ambulance Fees

"If ambulances aren't used when they're less needed, that improves response time when they are needed."

Traveling by air is causing harm to the environment.
Environment

Want to Save the Environment? Experts Say You Should Stop Traveling.

A single flight can wreak havoc on the atmosphere.

UPS Is Betting Big on Blockchain to Lower Costs and Up Security
Blockchain

UPS Is Betting Big on Blockchain to Lower Costs and Up Security

"The technology has the potential to increase transparency and efficiency among shippers, carriers, brokers, consumers, vendors, and other supply chain stakeholders."

Japan Pledges $2.9 Billion to Universal Health Care in Developing Nations
Health & Medicine

Japan Pledges $2.9 Billion to Universal Health Care in Developing Nations

The goal is to have 1 billion more people with access to basic health services by 2023.

The Pentagon Ran a Secret Program to Find UFOs. Should We Expect Aliens?
Off-World

The Pentagon Ran a Secret Program to Find UFOs. Should We Expect Aliens?

"The Times story vindicates the claim that a conspiracy of silence has shrouded the defense department when it comes to [UFOs]."

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Quantum Computing

This Silicon Quantum Computer Chip Design Might Actually Work

Working computer chips with quantum functions are becoming a reality.

Can “RoboSperm” Really Be Used to Fight Cervical Cancer?
Cancer

Can “RoboSperm” Really Be Used to Fight Cervical Cancer?

This has the potential to save thousands of lives.

UPS Has Just Placed an Order for 125 Tesla Semis
Tesla

UPS Has Just Placed an Order for 125 Tesla Semis

The order manages to beat PepsiCo's order of 100 trucks.

Researchers: AI Could Take Over Much More Than Blue Collar Jobs
Artificial Intelligence

Researchers: AI Could Take Over Much More Than Blue Collar Jobs

Traditional professions is being dismantled, and most will be replaced by high-performing systems.

Scientists Create the Highest Quality Hologram Device Ever Made
Virtual Reality

Scientists Create the Highest Quality Hologram Device Ever Made

Get ready for Star Trek styled holograms.

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Future Society

NY Senator Chuck Schumer Has a Plan to Keep Net Neutrality in Place

He's going to force a vote that could overturn the FCC's decision.

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Health & Medicine

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Worry About California’s New Guidelines for Cell Phone Usage

There's still no proof cell phones are bad for your health.

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Science & Energy

New Superconducting Magnet Smashes World Record

"This is a transformational step in magnet technology, a true revolution in the making."

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Elon Musk

Virgin Hyperloop One’s System Just Broke Elon Musk’s Speed Record

"The recent phase three testing continues to prove the incredible persistence and determination of our DevLoop team."

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Cryptocurrency

Estonia Just Revealed Three Uses for Its Proposed National Cryptocurrency

The token could change how the world conducts business.

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Climate Change

Think Big Oil’s a Problem? “Big Meat” Emits More Greenhouse Gas Than Most Countries

Our meat consumption is destroying the planet.

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Artificial Intelligence

China’s Ban On “Foreign Waste” May Aid the Spread of AI in the US

Tougher quality standards may force recyclers to turn to robots.

EV Competition Heats up Between Chinese Startup and Tesla
Tesla

EV Competition Heats up Between Chinese Startup and Tesla

The new NIO's ES8 undercuts the price of Tesla's Model X.

An AI-Equipped Microscope Can Diagnose Deadly Blood Infections
Medical

An AI-Equipped Microscope Can Diagnose Deadly Blood Infections

The system achieved an accuracy of nearly 95 percent.