Archive for the ‘TECHNOLOGY’ Category

Future of Workforce a Priority Amid AI Push, Lawmakers Say

The advancements in artificial intelligence will require a national strategy that ensures workers are able to adapt to sweeping changes, two members of Congress active in this national debate said Oct. 16. “Creating a national strategy would better prioritize limited government resources and more rapidly advance American [artificial intelligence] technology,” said Rep. Will Hurd (R-Texas), […]

Instagram introduces Threads, a new messaging app for your close friends

Instagram today is introducing Threads, a messaging app designed to be used only by your closest friends. The app’s existence, which The Verge first uncovered in August, is a companion for Instagram that lets you quickly share text, photos, and videos with your “close friends” list. It also invites constant, passive sharing of your location, […]

Amazon launches Amazon Care, a virtual and in-person healthcare offering for employees

Amazon has gone live with Amazon Care, a new pilot healthcare service offering that is initially available to its employees in and around the Seattle area. The Amazon Care offering includes both virtual and in-person care, with telemedicine via app, chat and remote video, as well as follow-up visits and prescription drug delivery in person […]

Facebook Horizon will let you create your own world in VR

On Wednesday, the world’s largest social network said that it’s launching a test version of an app called Horizon that will let people create their own environment in virtual reality. You’ll also be able to play games, explore and hang out with friends in this social VR world.

Nintendo files patent for bendable, hinged Joy-Con controllers

While the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch Lite might be saying goodbye to the console’s detachable Joy-Con controllers, don’t think that Nintendo isn’t still developing new ways to make the accessories more intuitive and ergonomic than ever.

Microsoft’s To-Do app is now available for Mac

Microsoft has released To-Do for Mac, finally giving Apple users access to the task management tool on their desktops. The Mac app will allow users to work offline, view their upcoming tasks under “My Day,” share to-do lists with friends and colleagues and see flagged emails.