v Google’s balloon project has a new test: Providing Internet access to ‘mountainous villagers’ in Kenya By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Jul 2019 20:43:31 +0000 Loon — an Internet-providing balloon service owned by Alphabet, Google’s parent company — will give “mountain villagers” in Kenya the opportunity to purchase 4G service. Full Article
v A hit-and-run scooter crash nearly killed him. Now he’s fighting for the data that could reveal the rider’s identity. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:32:19 +0000 A Chicago cyclist was injured by an electric scooter rider who fled the scene. Now he's gone to court to get the city's scooter companies to turn over personal information about their riders and their history. Full Article
v Walmart has added virtual reality to its assessment of an employee’s potential By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2019 20:35:18 +0000 For the past few months, the nation’s largest employer has begun evaluating workers using an experimental tool: virtual reality. Full Article
v How quickly can AI solve a Rubik’s Cube? In less time than it took you to read this headline. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 19:20:59 +0000 The University of California announced that an artificial intelligent system has solved the puzzle in just over a second, besting the human world record by more than two seconds. Full Article
v Ever wonder how much tech workers get paid in your town? This map might have the answer. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2019 11:00:09 +0000 Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Business.org looked at 100 metro areas across the United States to rank average tech salaries. Full Article
v A new autonomous delivery vehicle is designed to operate like a bicycle By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:18:41 +0000 In Ann Arbor, Mich., the creators of a new autonomous vehicle have designed their robot to operate on local streets — but more so like a bicycle than a car. Full Article
v The world is getting hotter. Can temperature-controlled clothing provide some relief? By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 18:08:31 +0000 Sony has introduced a new product called the Reon Pocket, which operates like a mobile air conditioner that fits inside clothing. Full Article
v Amazon’s autonomous robots have started delivering packages in a new location: Southern California By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2019 19:30:22 +0000 After nearly eight months of knowledge-gathering street tests and thousands of successful deliveries, Amazon has announced that its delivery robots have begun delivering packages to customers in Irvine, Calif. Full Article
v Japanese researchers want to give granny a robotic monkey tail By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2019 11:00:18 +0000 Japanese researchers at Keio University have unveiled a robotic tail that has been designed to be worn by elderly people who struggle to maintain their balance. Full Article
v This Tesla owner wanted to control her Model 3. So she implanted a valet key in her arm. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:00:25 +0000 A Texas woman wanted to control her Tesla Model 3. So she implanted part of the vehicle's valet key in her arm. Full Article
v Hyundai’s solution for navigating traffic-clogged cities: Mounting an electric scooter on your car By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:00:40 +0000 Hyundai, one of the world’s largest automakers, is exploring adding e-scooters to their vehicles. The company has released an e-scooter prototype that is charged using electricity produced while driving. Full Article
v The latest tool to help police develop empathy for the public: Virtual reality headsets By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:36:13 +0000 To help law enforcement officers resolve emergency situations, one company has created empathy training based in virtual reality. Full Article
v Caltech’s latest creation: A hovering, bird-like robot that could someday explore Mars By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 18:20:21 +0000 Researchers at Caltech have unveiled a complex new robot with the ability move between flight and walking on two legs. The machine unique design was inspired by birds. Full Article
v It’s never been easier to avoid walking. A cargo-carrying robot might change that. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 13:00:56 +0000 A new robot from a Boston start-up is designed to make walking easier by carrying your belongings for you. Full Article
v This robotic hand learned to solve a Rubik’s Cube on its own — just like a human. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 22:43:10 +0000 The goal, researchers say, was to create a robot that learns the way humans do — through trial and error. Eventually, those robots could be used to complete tasks — in a warehouse or perhaps on the surface of a new planet — with more autonomy. Full Article
v NBC’s latest gamble depends on the idea that you’ll want to shop while you watch TV By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:41:45 +0000 NBC has rolled out a new feature that allows people to shop while they watch television, but a question remains: will anybody use it? Full Article
v Fordham University business students have a new tool to prepare them for boardrooms: Virtual reality By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 17:42:02 +0000 Fordham University business students are using virtual reality to prepare them for boardrooms. Full Article
v The future of autonomous delivery may be unfolding in an unlikely place: Suburban Houston By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:00:57 +0000 For months now, Nuro’s robotically piloted vehicles have been quietly delivering groceries to restaurants and homes around Houston, the vehicles’ sensors mapping the city as they go. Full Article
v At this Chinese hotel, the bellhops have been replaced by talking robots By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 16:04:46 +0000 Robots are showing up in more and more hotels all over the world. A Washington Post reporter's video captures what it's like to interact with one. Full Article
v Boston Dynamics’ ‘terrifying’ robotic dogs have been put to work by at least one police agency By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:43:41 +0000 Boston Dynamics began began leasing their robotic dogs to the public this year. One of their first customers: The Massachusetts State Police. Full Article
v Walmart teams with Nuro’s robot cars to deliver groceries in Houston By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 17:34:08 +0000 Walmart, the nation's largest employer, announced a partnership with Nuro, a Silicon Valley startup called this week. The two companies will begin delivering groceries to customers in Houston this year using autonomous vehicles. Full Article
v In Silicon Valley, some men say cosmetic procedures are essential to a career By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 15:00:26 +0000 Women have long felt the pressure of looking the part. Now men are feeling it, too. Full Article
v Jaguars are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 4 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Sep 2018 17:00:25 +0000 Expectations were high for Jacksonville heading into the season. The game charters at Pro Football Focus ranked them as the league’s top secondary, the second-best pass rush and the seventh-best run-stopping unit in 2018. Full Article
v Rams QB Jared Goff is your top waiver wire priority for Week 5 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 30 Sep 2018 23:54:20 +0000 Goff started the season with 941 yards and six touchdowns over his first three games then completed 26 of his 33 passes against the Minnesota Vikings for 465 yards and five touchdowns in Week 4. Full Article
v NHL 2018-19 preview: Playoff projections for every division By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:45:58 +0000 Here’s how the NHL season is projected to end — with a look at some key stats that could make all the difference. Full Article
v NFL Week 5 betting tips: Target the Ravens and Patriots By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:39:58 +0000 Getting a jump on early lines can give bettors added value in their wagering. Here are three teams to focus on for Week 5. Full Article
v Patriots are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 5 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Oct 2018 14:14:46 +0000 The Patriots put their stamp back on the AFC East after throttling the Miami Dolphins 38-7 on Sunday. The Colts are next. Full Article
v NFL Week 5 ATS picks: Packers prevail with Aaron Jones over Lions By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Oct 2018 15:24:38 +0000 Contrarian bettors are off to their best start through the first four weeks of the season since 2003. Full Article
v Jets WR Robby Anderson is your top waiver wire priority for Week 6 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 07 Oct 2018 23:44:21 +0000 Anderson has had to face Darius Slay, Xavien Howard, Denzel Ward and Jalen Ramsey in coverage during the first four weeks of the season. Better days should be ahead, starting next week against the Colts. Full Article
v Fantasy Football start/sit tips for Week 6: Avoid Cowboys QB Dak Prescott By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Oct 2018 13:53:44 +0000 Prescott's touchdown rate is down and his interception rate is up for the second straight season. Full Article
v Texans are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 6 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:51:11 +0000 Houston’s defensive front, featuring one-man wrecking crew J.J. Watt, has the sixth-highest adjusted sack rate. Full Article
v 2018-19 NBA preview: LeBron James and the Lakers won’t dethrone the Warriors. Yet. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Oct 2018 12:00:50 +0000 But they should make the playoffs! Full Article
v Waiver wire targets: Add Ito Smith immediately By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:20:55 +0000 Ito Smith is a solid addition for teams seeking backfield depth. Full Article
v Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes leads a contentious NFL MVP race By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:06:47 +0000 Quarterbacks have won 10 of the past 11 MVP awards, and the six rushers who have won over the past 30 years have been historically good, either establishing a record for touchdowns or rushing for more than 2,000 yards in a season. Full Article
v Week 7 betting tips: Chargers provide good value to win the AFC Conference By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:19:42 +0000 The work of Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers shouldn’t go unnoticed. Full Article
v Colts are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 7 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:53:27 +0000 Colts have the the fifth-best run-stopping unit per PFF and the fourth-highest stuff rate per Football Outsiders. Full Article
v Colts RB Marlon Mack is your top waiver wire priority for Week 8 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Oct 2018 20:52:36 +0000 Mack carried the ball 19 times for 126 yards and a touchdown and added two catches for 33 yards and a touchdown on Sunday against the Bills. Full Article
v Steelers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 8 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:52:55 +0000 Pittsburgh is stuffing 25 percent of rushers in 2018, eighth-most in the NFL. Full Article
v LeBron James has never faced a challenge like winning with these Lakers By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:49:55 +0000 The Lakers rank near the bottom of the league in three-point percentage after three games and spreading out around the arc will not work for this team. Couple that with a fast pace and James's age and there are real concerns to address in L.A. Full Article
v A World Series win would place 2018 Red Sox among MLB’s best teams ever By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:39:09 +0000 Since 1969, only 12 teams have recorded baseball’s best record and gone on to win a championship that same year. Just seven of those 12 won 108 or more games during the regular season. The Red Sox are two wins away from joining that elite company. Full Article
v Week 9 fantasy football waiver wire is all about the passing game By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:29:32 +0000 A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd (Cincinnati Bengals) plus Odell Beckham Jr. (New York Giants) are among the top fantasy receivers off next week. Full Article
v Panthers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 9 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:05:44 +0000 Against No. 1 receiver types like Mike Evans, the Panthers rank fourth-best per Football Outsiders' Defense-adjusted Value Over Average. Full Article
v Week 10 waiver wire: A reborn running back and a magical QB highlight top options By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Nov 2018 21:39:17 +0000 The dismissal of coach Hue Jackson seems to have given Duke Johnson Jr. new life with the Browns. Full Article
v Week 10 NFL betting tips: Saints trending up after big win over Rams By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:56:33 +0000 The Saints' defense has some work to do — it is allowing 2.5 points per drive, fourth-most in the NFL — but New Orleans compensates for that by scoring 3.3 points per drive on offense, second-most after the Kansas City Chiefs. Full Article
v Chiefs are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 10 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:33:58 +0000 Kansas City's opponent, Arizona, is scoring slightly more than a point per possession, making it the NFL's second-worst offense. Full Article
v Week 11 waiver wire moves: With six teams on a bye, here’s whom to add By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 11 Nov 2018 21:21:43 +0000 The Bills, Browns, Patriots, Jets and 49ers all have byes. That leaves a number of holes to plug in your fantasy lineup. Full Article
v Week 12 waiver wire moves: A dual-threat QB and pass-catching RB are quite enticing By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:26:30 +0000 Lamar Jackson, the 2016 Heisman Trophy winner and first round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, produced 117 rushing yards against the Bengals. Fantasy owners should take notice. Full Article
v Week 12 NFL betting tips: Andrew Luck and the Colts' win streak makes them a good value By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Nov 2018 16:47:14 +0000 The Colts' QB is playing at an MVP level, completing 83 of 112 attempts (74 percent) for 977 yards, 13 touchdowns and one interception during the Colts' four-game winning streak. Full Article
v Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 12: Cowboys will have no trouble stopping the Redskins By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:07:29 +0000 Washington will be without their starting right guard, right tackle, left guard, left tackle, center and starting quarterback on Sunday, making the Dallas defense a very solid pickup. Full Article
v Chargers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 12 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 12:59:45 +0000 The Chargers are scoring 2.4 points per drive, the sixth-most this season, and are only forced to go three-and-out once out of every four drives. Full Article