Boston Dynamics' latest video shows its Atlas humanoid robot has moves like Simone Biles
Boston Dynamics, the company known for its robotic dogs, now has a humanoid robot capable of doing gymnastics.
Aug 18, 2021
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Robotics
Boston Dynamics robots imitate Rolling Stones performing 'Start Me Up'
The team at robotics company Boston Dynamics has released a video promoting itself while also honoring the Rolling Stones—this year marks the 40th anniversary of the release of the song 'Start Me Up.' The release of the ...
Security
Ransomware gang threatens release of DC police records
A Russian-speaking ransomware syndicate that stole data from the Washington, D.C., police department says negotiations over payment have broken down, with it rejecting a $100,000 payment, and it will release sensitive information ...
May 11, 2021
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Consumer & Gadgets
Amazon's Ring to make police video requests public
Amazon's smart doorbell and camera offshoot Ring will make police requests for home security videos public, in a tweak to its policy apparently aimed at easing concerns about surveillance.
Jun 4, 2021
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Robotic police dogs: Useful hounds or dehumanizing machines?
If you're homeless and looking for temporary shelter in Hawaii's capital, expect a visit from a robotic police dog that will scan your eye to make sure you don't have a fever.
Jul 30, 2021
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Move over, Paris. Sartorial hacking is le dernier cri
Not fashion chic; it is fashion cheek.
Computer Sciences
Artificial intelligence is used for predictive policing in the US and UK—South Africa should embrace it, too
In the 2002 movie Minority Report (based on a short story by Philip K Dick), director Steven Spielberg imagined a future in which three psychics can "see" murders before they happen. Their clairvoyance allows Tom Cruise and ...
Oct 25, 2022
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New York bins subway surveillance robot
The New York City subway has pulled its controversial security robot out of service after little more than five months patrolling the busy Times Square station.
Feb 2, 2024
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'Holy moly!': Inside Texas' fight against a ransomware hack
It was the start of a steamy Friday two Augusts ago when Jason Whisler settled in for a working breakfast at the Coffee Ranch restaurant in the Texas Panhandle city of Borger. The most pressing agenda item for city officials ...
Jul 26, 2021
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Business
Airlines cancel flights due to COVID staffing shortages
Airlines canceled hundreds of flights as the omicron variant jumbled schedules and drew down staffing levels at some carriers during the busy holiday travel season.
Dec 24, 2021
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