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Betting On Themselves: Share Buybacks Hit Record High In 3Q

Corporations’ appetite for buying back their own stock has hit a record high.

Apple Closing iPhone Security Gap Used By Law Enforcement

Apple is closing a security gap that allowed outsiders to pry personal information from locked iPhones without a password, a change that will thwart law enforcement agencies that have been exploiting the vulnerability to collect evidence in criminal investigations.

In ‘Jurassic World,' A Dinosized Animal-Rights Parable

In ‘Jurassic World,’ A Dino sized Animal-Rights Parable.

Japan Banks On 3D Mapping Deemed Crucial For Driverless Cars

Technology companies are racing to develop ultra-precise digital maps that can guide self-driving cars within inches of where they should be — a hurdle the industry needs to clear if it hopes to deliver on its promise of widespread use of driverless vehicles.

Trump Announces Plans For Pentagon To Create ‘Space Force'

Trump Announces Plans For Pentagon To Create ‘Space Force’

MACS: Innovation & Sales Leading Industry

The Beatles v The Rolling Stones; The Yankees v The Red Sox; Muhammad Ali v Smokin; Joe Frazier – Nobody can truly claim to be the undisputed champion of anything if they haven’t had an equal and opposite power to fight against and ultimately overcome. 

No Price Hike, But New Caps On Moviepass Discount Tix Plan

MoviePass, a discount service for movie tickets at theaters, is walking back a planned 50 percent price increase following a subscriber backlash. But the cash-starved company will soon impose a cap of three movies per month, instead of one every day.

Patrick Stewart To Reprise ‘Star Trek' Role In New Series

Patrick Stewart is boldly going where he’s been before — “Star Trek.”

Teachers Get Ipads To Help With Student Reading Literacy

North Carolina public school reading teachers in early grades will benefit from new technology to help them better monitor student literacy strengths and weaknesses.

Samsung Plans $22 Billion For Artificial Intelligence, Autos

Samsung Electronics plans to spend a whopping $22 billion over the next three years on artificial intelligence, auto components and other future businesses as the company maps out its strategy under the restored leadership of Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong after he was freed from prison.

Genetics Technology Could Lead To More Crops, Fresher Food

A multinational agricultural company based in Idaho has acquired gene editing licensing rights that could one day be used to help farmers produce more crops and make grocery store offerings such as strawberries, potatoes and avocados stay fresher longer.

Pentagon Restricts Use Of Fitness Trackers, Other Devices

Military troops and other defense personnel at sensitive bases or certain high-risk warzone areas won’t be allowed to use fitness tracker or cell phone applications that can reveal their location, according to a new Pentagon order.

Volante Vision Concept

The future of luxury air travel.

Switch On: Next Generation Entertainment

With Apple on the cusp of announcing its longawaited streaming service, we take a closer look at the giant’s plans to revolutionize home entertainment, reveal the shows and movies in the pipeline, and consider reactions from industry rivals Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon.

For Sake Of Pupils' Pupils, China To Ban Homework On Apps

An eastern Chinese province plans to ban teachers from assigning homework to be completed on cellphone apps as part of efforts to preserve students’ eyesight.

High Heat Warnings Go Out Too Late In Some Of US, Study Says

A new study finds even moderate heat sends Northerners to the hospital, suggesting that government warnings of dangerously high temperatures are coming too late in some parts of the U.S.

Broadcasters Aren't Succumbing To Netflix Era

If there is a high point to Netflix’s status as the “cool kids” taking over television, it may be remembered as an emotional Chuck Lorre accepting a best comedy Golden Globe last month for “The Kominsky Method,” his show on the streaming service.

UK Royals To Block Internet Trolls On Social Media Sites

Britain’s royal family warned this week that it will block internet trolls posting offensive messages on its social media channels — and may report offenders to police.

Israeli Spacecraft Snaps Ultimate Selfie On Way To Moon

An Israeli spacecraft has taken the ultimate selfie on its roundabout journey to the moon.

Hello Kitty To Make Her Big Screen Debut

Hello Kitty might not have a mouth but she’s got a movie deal.

Streaming: Changing The Future Of TV

Streaming: Changing The Future Of TV

State Renews Law To Boost Biotechnology Sector

Gov. Charlie Baker has signed a bill that seeks to continue the state’s commitment to the life sciences industry over the next five years.

Apple Sets Up iPhones To Relay Location For 911 Calls

Apple is trying to drag the U.S.’s antiquated system for handling 911 calls into the 21st century.

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NOW DOMINATING MUSIC AND VIDEO

New App Offers Interactive Experience For Disney Guest

With the opening of Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studies, Walt Disney World is also offering guests a new mobile app called Play Disney Parks.

CEO Musk: Tesla Hits Weekly Goal Of Making 5,000 Models 3S

Electric car maker Tesla Inc. has delivered on its CEO’s promise to build a lower-priced car at a rate of 5,000 per week by the end of June.

How The Apple Watch Will Transform Your Healthcare Experience

How the Apple Watch will transform your healthcare experience 

Amazon Is 2nd US Company To Reach $1 Trillion Market Value

Amazon on Tuesday became the second publicly traded company to reach $1 trillion in market value, hot on the heels of iPhone maker Apple.

Facebook Adds Alaska's Inupiaq As Language Option

Britt’Nee Brower grew up in a largely Inupiat Eskimo town in Alaska’s far north, but English was the only language spoken at home.

Dueling Pickups, Popular SUV Among New Models Coming In 2018

From new top-selling pickup trucks to an essential range extension for an electric car to the most popular SUV in the country, the 2019 model year for new vehicles has something for everyone.