Articles by Dianne Depra
Robots can be squishy, too. This one can even shift shapes
MIT scientists develop a squishy robot that can go from soft to hard depending on the intended purpose. It lists surgery and search and rescue as possible applications.
New York reports 900 data breaches in public, private institutions in 2013
Cyberattacks lead to 900 data breaches in New York in 2013 alone. Attorney general reports figures, shows alarm at the extent of the damage.
SoftBank in basic agreement to make Sprint, T-Mobile merger possible
Sprint-T-Mobile merger in the works with basic agreement between SoftBank and Deutsche Telekom, awaits DOJ and FCC approval. Is this Sprint's chance at market domination?
Smell of fart, rotten eggs hold key to treating cancer, stroke?
"Have you taken a fart today?" An unusual question might become typical in the future if University of Exeter scientists are to be believed.
Skin cancer drug by Roche meets goals during late-stage testing
Melanoma cases have been steadily on the rise and progression has always been a problem. Results show improved chances of success at treating patients.
Android Wear Mini Launcher brings you a swipe away from your apps
Wear Mini Launcher makes it easier to access apps, improves Android Wear experience for users. LG G Watch and Samsung Gear Live compatible with the app.
LG G3 smart keyboard now comes with emoji suggestions, other new features
LG G3's Smart Keyboard gets an update, offers a host of new features to improve user experience. 'Emoji Suggestion' and 'Real-time Path Input' round up new features.
U.S. returns smuggled dinosaur fossils to Mongolia
Dinosaur fossils smuggled out of Mongolia are coming home just in time as the country is making a natural history museum. Discovery shows just a portion of smuggling in the U.S.
Aereo wants to operate like Cable TV in order to survive
Aereo faces an uphill battle as the Supreme Court ruled in favor of broadcasters. The company has started to file the necessary documentation to be classified as a cable TV provider.
Spotify is heading to Canada. Sign-up page now live for music lovers
Spotify joins the music-streaming fray in Canada, opens sign-up page for interested users. It took a while but finally the service is set to launch soon.
Scientists capture snapshots of water splitting during photosynthesis
Water splitting is an integral step in photosynthesis because this is where oxygen is produced. Scientists finally got a shot at seeing the process unfold.
London plans to create a cycle superhighway from Kennington Oval to Pimlico
London's proposed cycle superhighway can ease not just traffic but also improve road safety for cyclists, pedestrians. Mayor Boris Johnson set to deliver promise.
Study finds big hole in cybersecurity of critical infrastructure industries
Cybersecurity is a bigger issue than just a few hacked accounts. Critical infrastructure industries are called to re-evaluate their measures to protect not just their investments but the interests of the people as well.
Elon Musk sends $1 million donation to Nikola Tesla Museum
The Oatmeal's Matthew Inman succeeds in convincing Elon Musk to pitch in. The money will be used to help complete the museum in New York.
All-glass iPhone, iPad, and TV? New Apple patent suggests its possible
Apple patent teases the possibility of an all-glass iPhone, iPad. Is Apple on its way to making the future clear?
U.S. government taps Cray to build supercomputer to manage nuclear weapons
Cray is set to deliver Trinity in 2015 to help manage nuclear weapons. Will the US finally get the top spot for the world's fastest supercomputer?
Senate intelligence panel approves cybersecurity bill encouraging data sharing
Is this the beginning of the end for cybercrime? Cybersecurity bill approved by the Senate Intelligence Committee raises concern from privacy groups, vows it means no harm.
Lyft brings ride-sharing services to New York. Want to hitch, Uber?
Lyft is in New York City and it's giving Uber a run for its money where ride-sharing services are concerned. Is The Big Apple ready for Lyft?
LG G Watch, Samsung Gear get iFixit treatment. Here's its verdict
iFixit tears apart LG G Watch and Samsung Gear Live, finds surprise inside one. Android Wear is smart, but is it also easy to repair?
Amazon UK wearable technology store goes live
Amazon UK steps up and opens store dedicated to wearable technology. Popular and up-and-coming brands come together to showcase devices, addressing a slew of needs for customers.
FBI, NSA allegedly spied on Muslim-American lawyers
Lawyers, activists in Muslim-American community identified in a document leaked by Edward Snowden a year ago. Director of National Intelligence explains, runs contrary to reports.
'Coal Rollers' cough out black smoke to anger environmentalists (Video)
Rolling coal, modifying diesel trucks to emit clouds of black smoke, is a subculture in America. Coal rollers use it as a way for conservatives to stick it to liberals and environmentalists.
Profits of Samsung Electronics slide as cheaper units click in market
Profits for Samsung Electronics slump as Q2 comes to an end. Analysts share their thoughts. Samsung Electronics is expected to post losses for Q2 2014.
Tour the world's largest cruise ship via Google Street View maps
Royal Caribbean releases virtual tour of Allure of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world. Check out decks and amenities like you're on-board with Google Street View.
Why is BlackBerry Passport so square? BlackBerry has an explanation.
Blackberry explains why the Passport is square and dares you to imagine the possibilities as the device promises to take you on the best business trip you've ever had.
Old smartphones can save forests, animals. Here's how.
Old smartphones get a new lease on life as part of a surveillance system developed by Rainforest Connection, featuring real-time alerts for real-time response to illegal logging and poaching.
