In just two days, the 16th largest bank in the United States collapsed. Following the bank’s failure, many tech startup CEOs and financial analysts have more questions than answers. As Washington disagrees over what caused the collapse, several technology startups are left wondering what place, if any, their companies have in the technology landscape of the future.
View More Historic Bank Collapse May Have a Lasting Effect on the Tech Industry
Solar geoengineering research aims to understand the plausibility and possible effects of artificially cooling the Earth. Scientists around the world have vastly different opinions about continuing the research, many stating that it should be banned altogether. As the U.S. heads into the next phase of studying solar geoengineering, concerns loom regarding its possible consequences.
View More Solar Geoengineering Research Moves Forward Despite Pushback
What scientists thought they knew about aging may not be the whole picture. Recent findings tell a new story about how and why aging occurs by discovering a way to reverse the biological clock in lab mice.
View More New Research May Lead to the Reversal of Aging
As the global population and demands for meat continue to grow, so, too, does the meat industry’s contribution to climate change. Lab-grown meats are not far away from grocery store shelves, and they have the capability to reduce the impact of the meat industry on our planet. First, however, they will need to win over consumers.
View More Can Lab-Grown Meat Help Save the Planet?
Despite midterms historically having mediocre turnouts, the number of votes cast by young voters in the 2022 midterm elections was the second highest in 30 years. As technology becomes more deeply woven throughout our culture, politicians are discovering that social media provides a genuine way to connect with new voters.
View More The Political Power of Gen-Z and Social Media
Recent layoffs in the tech industry have many employees wondering if their jobs are in danger. Despite these concerns, job resignations are still trending. With company culture a top employee priority, the tech industry may need to make efforts to meet employee expectations.
View More Quitting Trends Persist Despite Tech Industry Layoffs
Iranian protests have made headlines – and social media feeds – around the world. As the internet becomes an increasingly important ally in the global fight for human rights, tech firms in the United States are seeking to expand internet access to Iranians.
View More Mass Protests in Iran Garner U.S. Tech Support
Climate change has long been underway, but new research has shown that the known effects of climate change may be expanding to include an increase in infectious disease. Are we able to curb the severity of these consequences before it’s too late?
View More Climate Change Concerns May Be Getting Worse
The current cost of gasoline is at an all-time high, and food delivery and rideshare drivers’ income is directly tied to the price at the pump. Fuel costs have become an obstacle to many of these workers making a reasonable income.
View More The Disproportionate Effect of Gas Prices on Gig Workers
With the James Webb Space Telescope’s recent launch, professional and amateur astronomers alike will soon have access to images of the first formations of stars and galaxies in our universe. But will the history of the telescope’s namesake cast a shadow over its potential discoveries?
View More The James Webb Space Telescope’s Cloud of Controversy