The internet has become a tool for authoritarian repression
It's one of many in their digital bags of dirty tricks.
SXSW2021
'United States vs. Reality Winner' is sympathetic, but not essential
It's an informative whistleblower portrait that could be so much more.
PAWS anti-poaching AI predicts where illegal hunters will show up next
Park rangers using the system found five times as many snares while on patrol.
Legal questions linger as governments and companies keep pushing into space
Technology moves fast, but the law doesn't.
Hulu’s WeWork documentary depicts the rise and fall of a cult
But it doesn’t feel as comprehensive or insightful as it could be.
Podcast: Samsung's A-series event and Google's sleep-tracking display
Plus, interviews with Robert Kirkman and Fede Alvarez.
For Virgin Hyperloop, trust is its most valuable commodity
Making the technology seem real, and trustworthy, is a key plank in its strategy.
A Windows update nearly destroyed hand-drawn fantasy epic 'The Spine of Night'
Seven years of custom-built rotoscoping software almost went up in smoke.
Facebook’s Oversight Board will weigh in on rules for politicians
A ruling on Donald Trump's suspension will also look into the treatment of other politicians.
The Lucid Air EV will be the first car equipped with Dolby Atmos
A 21-speaker setup will allow for more immersive sound inside the cabin.
HBO Max will show off its streaming library with an interactive SXSW experience
HBO Max Orbit will find clips that match your facial movements and voice.
This robot artist stops to consider its brushstrokes like a real person
It works from a set of values to decide how to approach an artwork.
