
Technology
Wolf announces $5 million investment in Cheyney University’s ThinkUbator project
Cheyney University is probably best known as the nation's oldest historically Black university. But soon, it could also become known for being a leader in biotech.
3 years ago
New Jersey launches license plate cameras to combat soaring car theft rate
New Jersey will use $10 million in federal funds to install license plate readers along highways and on police cars in hopes of tracking down stolen vehicles.
3 years ago
Tech stocks sink again, Nasdaq has worst month since 2008
The Nasdaq fell 4% for the second time this week and finished April down 13.3%, its biggest monthly loss since 2008.
3 years ago
An algorithm that screens for child neglect raises concerns
The AP identified several concerns about the technology, including questions about its reliability and its potential to harden racial disparities in the child welfare system.
3 years ago
Twitter abuse victims fear Musk’s plans, but may not quit
While polls show all types of people are susceptible to online harassment, extensive research has shown that women and people of color are far more likely to be targeted.
3 years ago
Can Musk deliver on his vision for Twitter? Questions remain
Most of Musk's goals strike experts as vague or infeasible; some suggest that Musk may have bitten off more than he can chew.
3 years ago
Philadelphia lawmakers question nonfunctioning city surveillance cameras
City Council members questioned surveillance cameras that are not working, and how to move cameras from place to place to catch trash dumpers.
3 years ago
The Shame Machine: Who Profits In The New Age Of Humiliation
We discuss the public shaming on social media, where one tweet or post can make you the subject of humiliation by millions of people and end your career in an instant.
Air Date: April 19, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Philadelphia Orchestra has new collaborator: artificial intelligence
A white monolith shares the stage with the Orchestra, exploding with 3D imagery generated in real time by an AI classical music lover.
3 years ago
Comcast and federal programs provide low-cost or free internet to families with low income
Comcast is increasing the internet speed available through its existing affordable program. Tying it to a new federal program can mean free internet for eligible households.
3 years ago
Elon Musk joins Twitter board after amassing massive stake
Elon Musk is joining Twitter’s board of directors, one day after it was disclosed that the Tesla CEO took a 9% stake in the social media platform.
3 years ago
Impossible to track and sensitive to inflation: Philly ends talks about CityCoin cryptocurrency
Technologists say there are plenty of improvements to be made, but are concerned the group is resistant to change.
3 years ago
N.J. man in GoFundMe scam gets 27-month federal prison sentence
Prosecutors say Mark D'Amico, his ex-girlfriend and a homeless veteran concocted a scheme about the vet giving the woman $20 when her car ran out of gas in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Work to close Delaware’s ‘digital divide’ now underway
More than 11,000 homes and businesses that until now have not had wired, high-speed service will get access to a minimum of 100 megabits per second download speeds.
3 years ago
How the way we eliminate toxic PFAS from water also takes an environmental toll
Granular activated carbon is most effective at absorbing PFAS, but it contributes to the carbon footprint — a conundrum scientists want to solve.
3 years ago