TSA testing self-screening to speed up airport wait times: How it works
The goal of TSA self-screening is not only reducing wait times for passengers, but also “reducing the number of pat downs and bag inspections" by TSA agents.
Popular file-sharing service that thrived in 2000s launches 'next wave' of music
LimeWire, a popular file-sharing service in the early 2000s, has made a comeback with the launch of a new A.I. music studio.
EU launches probe into Elon Musk's X for alleged failure to counter illegal content, disinformation
The European Union has opened an investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X under its Digital Services Act (DSA).
AI self-replication: Machine intelligence can now replicate independently
Artificial intelligence models can now create smaller AI systems without the help of a human, according to research published.
Virginia senator tells Pope Francis to slow his roll on AI regulation
The United States is not ready to join a binding treaty proposed by Pope Francis to regulate artificial intelligence on a global scale, a top Senate Democrat says.
US regulators take first step toward mandating tech in cars to detect drunk drivers
Drunk driving crashes killed over 13,000 people in 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Federal judge upholds Texas’ TikTok ban on state-owned devices
The judge noted that public university faculty – as well as state employees – maintain the right to use TikTok on their personal devices.
Apple makes security changes to protect users from iPhone thefts
Stolen Device Protection can prevent criminals from using your passcode to change your Apple account.
Nearly 1 in 5 teens use TikTok, YouTube 'almost constantly,’ survey finds
Seven in ten teens said they visit YouTube daily, including 16% who reported being on the site almost constantly.
Major retailers use AI to slash number of clothing returns when shopping online
One company is making a splash in the retail space by using artificial intelligence to limit online shopping returns.
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones returns to X after Elon Musk restores account
Musk had previously said he would not allow Alex Jones back on the platform, citing the death of his first child. "I have no mercy for anyone who would use the deaths of children for gain, politics or fame," Musk said at the time.
Doctors say AI is a 'game-changer' for number 1 killer of Americans
Heart disease is responsible for one in five American deaths.
How to safely store, charge lithium-ion batteries
A power source that has become a household item is raising alarms. AFD is warning people about fires sparked by lithium-ion batteries. 7 On Your Side Reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the details.
Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
After 50 years of Kiss, the band is now interested in a kind of virtual immortality.
Apple releases urgent iOS update due to security exploits
Apple discovered security gaps in WebKit, the company's web browser engine.
Viral TikTok teacher's firing upheld by Austin ISD school board
Sophia DeLoretto-Chudy went viral on TikTok after posting a video about her meeting with her former administrator and was terminated in April 2023.
Tesla launches Cybertruck at event at Austin headquarters
Tesla's futuristic-looking Cybertruck hit the roads for the first time Thursday. Some of the first owners picked up their vehicles at Tesla's headquarters in Austin during a special event.
Round Rock police warning residents of new online scam
The Round Rock Police Department is warning people of a new online scam in the area.
TikTok, Meta, X CEOs to testify before US Senate on child safety in January
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
Cedar Park company takes another step into space exploration
A Cedar Park company has made another big step in the commercial space business. Firefly Aerospace is developing a new rocket for Northrop Grumman, and completed its first engine test this week.