Pinterest Points the Way as Silicon Valley Grapples With Diversity

Pinterest has hired its first head of diversity, the latest step in its effort to take on the issue from the start.

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The Success of Obama’s Gun Plan Boils Down to Better Tech and More Data

It's not as radical as gun control advocates would like or as gun rights proponents fear. It's a workaround that depends on tech to do a better job.

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Activision Buys Major League Gaming, an E-Sports Giant

Major League Gaming, one of the most influential organizers of e-sports competitions, has been purchased by Activision Blizzard for a reported $46 million.

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The Force Awakens Has Changed Star Wars Forever

In the latest installment of the 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the panel discusses the new Star Wars movie and what it means for the franchise.

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Artificial Intelligence Finally Entered Our Everyday World

Artificial intelligence is changing not only the way we use our computers and smartphones but the way we interact with the real world.

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Tech Wizardry Solves Mysteries of Egypt’s Royal Mummies

A group of archaeologists believe King Tut’s tomb may be connected to a hidden chamber that could house the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti.

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