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Nebraska is advancing cybersecurity efforts with two legislative bills aimed at enhancing state defenses and employing white-hat hackers.

Nebraska looks to bolster cybersecurity by hiring white-hat hacker

As the 2024 election cycle begins, an unprecedented challenge looms on the horizon, demanding heightened vigilance from voters. The emergence of robocalls and AI-generated deepfakes poses a serious threat to election integrity, pushing authorities to confront these issues with newfound urgency.

FCC bans AI-generated robocalls after fake Biden call urges Dems not to vote

A bill passed by Florida lawmakers that would ban social media use for kids under 16 awaits a signature by the governor.

NY officials propose restricting social media algorithms for kids

House Republicans have issued a subpoena for materials related to the investigation into President Biden's handling of classified documents.

Man with China ties arrested for allegedly stealing nuclear missile launch sensors

AI is being used to decode the language of non-human animals.

Scientists hopeful AI may lead to decoding the language of nature

Disney has announced that it is investing $1.5 billion in Epic Games, the makers of Fortnite, marking its biggest move into the gaming world.

Disney invests $1.5 billion in Fortnite maker Epic Games

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the K4 MANTA: An underwater stealth drone that might become part of the U.S. Navy's defenses.

New stealth technology could be coming to the Navy: Weapon of the week

In 2023, crypto miners used as much electricity Australia, which prompted the U.S. to collect data on the industry’s energy use in America.

US gov’t says crypto mining used as much electricity as Australia in 2023

Elon Musk's week is marked by a nullified $56 billion compensation package, recalls, Neuralink's first human trial and environmental scrutiny.

Elon Musk’s turbulent week: From $56 billion loss to massive Tesla recalls

Apple's latest invention, the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, is hitting store shelves on Friday, Feb. 2.

Apple Vision Pro hits store shelves

Senate Democrats are seeking to highlight Republicans’ resistance to legislation that would make it a right nationwide for women to access in vitro fertilization and other fertility treatments, holding a vote on the matter Thursday as part of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s effort to drive an election-year contrast on reproductive care.

Schumer: Security bill on immigration, Ukraine aid to be unveiled soon: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 2, 2024

As Facebook celebrates turning 20, here's how the former college "it network" gained a reputation for being uncool and for baby boomers.

Why does Gen Z hate Facebook? Social network turns 20 with shrinking teen use

A recent EV crash test at the University of Nebraska has raised questions about whether American guardrails can hold up against these cars.

Crash testing of heavier EVs shows US guardrails may be unable to hold up

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week looks at the L-ATV: the military's chosen vehicle to replace the iconic Humvee.

L-ATV earns spot as military’s Humvee replacement: Weapon of the week

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, dive into the world of the F-35 Lightning, the United States' newest fifth-generation fighter.

F-35 Lightning: The US military’s frontline fighter jet

A U.S. lawmaker involved in health policy has asked the Food and Drug Administration why it did not inspect Elon Musk’s Neuralink before allowing the brain implant company to test its device in humans.

Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants first chip in human brain

The identities of the three U.S. soldiers who were killed in an attack on a military base in Jordan on Sunday, Jan. 28, have been released.

3 US soldiers killed in Jordan drone strike identified: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 30, 2024

Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln developed hemp-based cinder blocks, a lightweight and sustainable alternative to concrete.

Eco-friendly, hemp-based concrete blocks provide sustainable alternative

Ring is updating its policies so police will no longer be allowed to ask residents for footage from their safety cameras.

Ring restricts police from requesting doorbell footage from users

Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday suggested migrants should be hired to fill the city’s lifeguard shortage — because “they’re excellent swimmers.” A proposed plan aims to expedite individuals with specific skill sets, such as nurses, to address shortages in essential services.

NYC becomes first city to label social media ‘environmental toxin’

Chinese technology company Betavolt has introduced a modular nuclear battery that it claims can power a device for up to 50 years.

Chinese company unveils nuclear battery that it says can run for 50 years

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week explains the importance of drone killers and why the U.S. plans to buy the new Coyote variations.

Army to buy thousands of Coyote drone-killers: Weapon of the Week

A group of 17 former military officials have raised the alarm about the implications of EV adoption on U.S. national security.

Former military officials express national security concerns over Biden’s EV plans

The Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency announced it successfully landed its SLIM spacecraft on the moon but not without issues.

Japan lands SLIM spacecraft on moon, solar cells not charging