'Smart Gun' introduced with fingerprint, facial recognition technology
Colorado company Biofire Technologies has unveiled a new "Smart Gun;" a gun that can only be fired after quickly verifying the shooter's identity with fingerprint and facial recognition technology.
Montana lawmakers pass bill to ban TikTok statewide
Montana lawmakers have given final passage to a bill banning the social media app TikTok in the state.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says AI will be a 'big deal' for company
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy signaled confidence that the company will get costs under control in his annual shareholder letter, where he also noted the tech giant was “spending heavily" on AI tools that have gained popularity in recent months.
Hays County first responders utilizing new technology for safer, faster response
First responders in Kyle are implementing a new technology that is increasing their safety, and the safety of those they're responding to.
Preview into 3D printed habitat for yearlong simulated Mars mission
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live on Mars, you’re in luck. FOX 26 got a sneak peek at a 3D-printed habitat at NASA where four people will actually live in for a yearlong mission.
Elon Musk changes Twitter headquarters sign to 'Titter'
The Twitter sign on the company's San Francisco headquarters was slightly revamped.
Tesla announces big plans for cheaper iron-based batteries
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
University of Houston using Artificial Intelligence to combat food insecurity
UH says a new project funded by a $75,000 grant from the National Science Foundation "aims to help food pantries communicate with other pantries, food donors, and agencies while also helping to provide culturally aware and personalized food to clients."
FDA approves robotic bassinet to help keep babies sleeping on their backs
About 3,500 infants die each year of sleep-related deaths.
The new slow and painful dating trend of 'fizzling', explained
Not a breakup, not ghosting, just a long, slow, burn. Fizzling is the new dating trend and it's leaving people hurt and confused.
Researchers predict which jobs may be safe from A.I. exposure
A group of computer scientists and other tech industry notables have called for a 6-month pause on AI development to consider the risks.
Ford files patent for drones to jump start vehicles with dead batteries
For drivers who find themselves stranded with a dead battery and no one around to help, Ford may be developing technology to help.
Are robot waiters the future? Some in restaurant industry think so
Many think robot waiters are the solution to the industry’s labor shortages. But others note how they can’t yet take orders, and many restaurants have steps that they can’t adapt to.
What is Lemon8?: TikTok parent company introduces new social media app
The app, called Lemon8, is a photo-based app that could be described as a mixture of Instagram and Pinterest with sprinkles of videos that resemble those posted on TikTok.
University of Florida bans TikTok on school devices and Wi-Fi, 'effective immediately'
The University of Florida has officially banned use of the social media app TikTok on university-owned devices and on devices connected to school Wi-Fi.
Dogecoin soars after Elon Musk’s Twitter bird switch
Twitter users on Monday noticed the social media platform’s well-known bird logo had been exchanged for a different animal a shiba inu.
Why the forecast on your weather app changes so often
You don't have to be a meteorologist to know the forecast changes quickly. But here's why the forecast on your weather app changes so frequently.
Walmart plans for 65% of stores to be serviced by automated supply chains by 2026
The world’s largest retailer said that as the changes take hold, employees’ roles will require less physical labor but will have higher pay.
Apple working to repair Weather app outage
Scores of iPhone users recently reported having issues when opening the app, which provides live weather information and forecasts for regions around the world.
Biden to meet with experts about AI 'risks and opportunities'
The release of the popular ChatGPT AI chatbot has helped spark a race among tech giants to unveil similar tools, while raising ethical and societal concerns from the powerful technology.