URBAN Teens exploring Technology (URBAN TxT) is a Los Angeles program that teaches minority teens how to code (HTML, CSS, and Javascript) with tools such as Codeacademy. The goal is… Read More
Can Staples Begin to Compete in the Online Arena?
Staples recently acquired Runa, a 2009 e-commerce personalization start-up, to compete on a new level in the online marketplace. Runa designed the PerfectOffer service to provide automated, data-driven customized offers,… Read More
How Should Microsoft Proceed After Ballmer’s Departure
In late August, Microsoft’s chief executive officer, Steve Ballmer declared his intention to retire in the near future. Last Thursday, Ballmer made his final appearance in front of the company… Read More
Scientists Develop Ability To Pattern Liquids Into Arbitrarily Shaped Microstructures
Researchers at North Carolina State University discovered a way to pattern liquids into arbitrarily shaped microstructures using 3D printing. The team found an alloy of gallium and indium that’s liquid… Read More
The National Security Agency Might Be Violating Our Online Privacy
Several news sources have recently reported on PRISM, a secret program the National Security Agency has been using in order to get access to emails, documents, chat conversations and voice… Read More
New Touch Screen Technology To Increase Productivity
Interactive designer, Obscura Digital and office furniture manufacturer, Haworth are collaborating to develop a new touch screen, called Bluescape, which will cover an entire conference-room wall, displaying images on 15… Read More