One thing we take for granted in the modern age is the sheer amount of data we can access at any given time. The science of statistics has grown exponentially in the computer age, as a greater ability to acquire, warehouse, analyze, and display data has affected virtually every field of human endeavor. Analog humans…
Read MoreThe invention of a given technology is just the beginning of our relationship with it. Constant evolution, improvement, reinvention, and recontextualization is how technology maintains its relationship with humanity. This process can yield unexpected applications for inventions which have existed for years. It’s hard to think of an invention that better embodies this evolutionary process…
Read MoreCar insurance costs are on the rise. According to data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, they’re up 11%. This can be attributed to rising repair costs, an increase in especially severe claims, and losses across the insurance industry caused by natural disasters. When considered in conjunction with inflation and recession fears, the cost…
Read MoreScooter sharing has become a key part of urban transit infrastructure. The electric scooter is the ideal combination of compactness, agility, and eco-friendliness to bridge the awkward distance between long walks and short bus, train, or car rides. Services like Bird, Spin, and the Uber-backed Lime offer a genuine convenience for a manageable fee. Tired…
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