Science and Technology

August 29, 2024

How to extend your smartphone’s battery life: practical tips for emergency situations

Kyle C. Garrison

For smartphone users whose devices struggle to stay charged throughout the day, there are effective strategies to extend battery life until you can upgrade to a newer model. In a…

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August 28, 2024

Tesla’s supercharger network slowly opens up to competition

Kyle C. Garrison

Despite a long-awaited announcement from Elon Musk last year promising that Tesla would open its Supercharger network to other EV makers, progress has been slow. That delay persists amid lingering…

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August 28, 2024

Global cryptocommunity supports Telegram’s Pavel Durov after his arrest

Kyle C. Garrison

Following the arrest of Telegram creator Pavel Durov in France, the cryptocurrency industry’s response was immediate and powerful. Tether’s CEO described the situation as “extremely concerning,” and numerous cryptocurrency advocates…

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August 27, 2024

From tech innovator to international fugitive: the journey of Telegram’s Pavel Durov

Kyle C. Garrison

Over a decade ago, Pavel Durov, then an emerging tech entrepreneur in Russia, made headlines when he defied government pressure to censor opposition voices on his social media platform, VKontakte,…

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August 27, 2024

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested amid French investigation

Kyle C. Garrison

Over a recent weekend, Pavel Durov, the renowned CEO of Telegram, was arrested at Le Bourget airport near Paris after arriving on a private jet from Azerbaijan. The arrest is…

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August 26, 2024

The long uncertainty of AI: navigating the age of excess and uncertainty

Kyle C. Garrison

David Wallace-Wells, a leading science writer, delves into the current complexities and uncertainties surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) in his exclusive newsletter for Times subscribers. Known for his insights into climate…

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August 25, 2024

Stifling progress: the impact of big tech giants on startup innovation

Kyle C. Garrison

In the heart of Silicon Valley, a culture of innovation has long been celebrated, with startups often emerging to challenge the status quo and introduce disruptive technologies. Historically, this dynamic…

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August 25, 2024

Navigation applications: more harm than help on the road?

Kyle C. Garrison

During a frantic drive to Kennedy International Airport, I found myself gripping the wheel, driving across multiple lanes at about 50 miles per hour to get onto the exit, only…

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August 24, 2024

Smart meters, dumb grids: disconnection in modern energy management

Kyle C. Garrison

In many homes today, an advanced electric meter diligently records energy use, serving as a gateway to both a sustainable future and reduced energy costs. These devices have the potential…

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