Scientists think they've created the first practical cryptographic algorithm that could protect data and communications from quantum computers. However, other experts in the field remain skeptical, saying algorithms backed by a cutting-edge U.S.-government-funded lab have a better chance of being used widely. Cryptography tools, like WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption, protect data...

Just like humans, artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots like ChatGPT will cheat and lie to you if you stress them out, even if they were built to be transparent, a new study shows. This deceptive behavior emerged spontaneously when the AI was given insider trading tips, and then tasked with making...

New year, new laptop? Act quick and you can pick up a powerful and portable MacBook Air 15 in the after-Christmas sales with a huge discount of $250 at Best Buy. There's not a huge overlap when it comes to the best laptops for students and those for coders, but...

Challenges like climate change and dwindling natural resources and can make the future seem uncertain and even scary. But our fate isn't sealed so long as scientists around the world have a say. They're busy dreaming up technologies, from the practical to the zany, that could make the future a...

The technology world moves quickly, which can make it hard to see the bigger picture. But there are three areas that, for me, have stood out in 2023. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been massively hyped. But this year, a lot of the hype seems justified: 2023 was a breakout year...

If starting the New Year with a healthy run sounds like music to your ears, so will a 25% discount on the fantastic PowerBeats Pro at Best Buy. If you're looking for that push you need to get out of the door and get cracking on your resolutions, whether that's...

The Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ is a neat and convenient package being both a laptop and a tablet. It's also just $699.99 at Best Buy right now, making it a great deal for students. We've always got an eye on the best tablets for students, as well as the best...

You can get a $920 laptop for under $500 with this huge saving at Best Buy on the HP Envy 2-in-1. Laptops for students need to be capable and portable, but they also need to be affordable. After all, a $1,000 laptop is way out of budget for most students,...

If you're looking for a laptop that doesn't skimp on specs but goes big on savings, this Lenovo Slim 7 Pro deal at Best Buy might be perfect for you — they have knocked a whopping $600 off the MSRP. When it comes to laptops for coding, they need to...

Scientists have genetically modified a tiny bacterium to rapidly purify the rare-earth metals used in computers, electric car batteries and hard drives. The new technique, described in a paper published Dec. 6 in the journal Synthetic Biology, could one day replace the environmentally harmful methods currently used to separate these...

Get a great Chromebook for under $300 at Best Buy, complete with a big display and 8GB of RAM. When it comes to laptops for students, it's easy to feel stuck between choosing between the functionality of Windows or the style of Apple. Still, have you considered a Chromebook? While...

While the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was dominated by artificial intelligence (AI) embedded into everything from laptops to TVs, tech companies also used the Las Vegas showroom floor to highlight other kinds of cutting-edge innovation. From telescopes perfect for stargazing with friends to a transparent television, the trade show...

Save a hefty amount on this handy student laptop with a big display, now under $300 at Best Buy. One of the criteria when we look at laptops for students is portability. After all, they need to slip right into a backpack or bag and be ready to go at...

If you're a coder looking for a new portable powerhouse, we may have found the machine for you. It's got plenty of power, a big display, plenty of storage, and it's even packing a 16-inch OLED panel for deep blacks and great contrast. We're talking about the HP Spectre 2-in-1,...

There's never a bad time to upgrade your headphones, particularly if you want a great-looking pair that offers fantastic audio clarity and noise cancelling. So may we present to you the Sony WH-1000XM5, with $70 off at Best Buy. Sony is known is well known for its audio, and if...