A forgotten Chinese typewriter from the 1940s, called the MingKwai, was recently discovered in a New York basement—and it turns out its design was way ahead of its time. The machine, patented in 1946, introduced a clever way to type complex characters that still influences how Chinese, Japanese, and Korean are input on computers and phones today.

Over 30 university teams are putting their solar-powered cars to the test in a three-day race in Kentucky, showcasing cutting-edge designs and sustainable tech. Think of it like a science fair on wheels—except these student-built vehicles are racing toward a greener future.

Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet venture, has rocketed to the top of the market—but how? NPR’s Planet Money digs into the mix of aggressive innovation, first-mover advantage, and Musk’s knack for turning sci-fi ideas into reality. Competitors are scrambling to catch up, but Starlink’s head start and growing user base make it a tough act to follow. The big question now: Can anyone close the gap?

Over 70 authors—including some big names—have banded together to call out the publishing industry on AI. Their open letter draws a hard line: no machine-written books, ever. They’re worried about AI diluting human creativity and possibly even stealing their livelihoods.

China is making serious moves to become the global leader in both artificial intelligence and electric vehicles. In AI, they're leveraging their massive data troves—which are crucial for training advanced models—to potentially outpace competitors. Meanwhile, the EV market is heating up with a brutal price war, signaling fierce domestic competition as Chinese automakers push for dominance.

A bankruptcy judge has approved the sale of 23andMe's remaining assets—including its massive database of customer DNA—to a nonprofit run by the company's co-founder, Anne Wojcicki. The deal means users' genetic data won't end up in the hands of a pharmaceutical company, which had been a concern during the bankruptcy process.

Imagine being unable to move or speak—then suddenly regaining a voice or the ability to control devices just by thinking. That’s the promise of cutting-edge brain implants now in development. These tiny devices act as a bridge between the brain and computers, translating neural signals into actions like typing or moving a cursor. While still emerging, the tech could be life-changing for people with severe disabilities.

When tensions flared between Iran and Israel, a young woman in Tehran found herself isolated—her family far away and her therapist gone. With no one to turn to, she sought solace in ChatGPT and video games, using technology as a lifeline for emotional support during a frightening time.

The Trump administration, through the Department of Homeland Security and with assistance from DOGE, has launched a new system designed to track and verify the citizenship status of nearly every American. This tool aims to centralize citizenship data, raising questions about privacy, accuracy, and potential misuse.