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Understanding the Impact Using AI Can Have On the Planet
As AI becomes more accessible, more people are using it to do everyday tasks, which has the potential to take a massive toll on the environment.
You Need to Know How to Delete Your DNA From 23andMe
The genetic testing giant 23andMe is filing bankruptcy — and the news sparks urgent privacy concerns.Why Do Astronauts Land in Water? The Scientific Reason That Will Surprise You
If you follow space news and monitor when astronauts return to Earth, you may have noticed that astronauts always land in the ocean. Here's the reason why.Solana Price Outlook: Is the "Ethereum Killer" Living Up to Its Promise? Better For Our Environment
Solana is known as the "Ethereum Killer" but is it living up to its promise — and is the cryptocurrency better for our environment?Is Florida Doomed in 2025? Why One Smart Device's Prediction Startled Social Media
What will happen to Florida in 2025? A TikTok creator recorded himself asking Alexa about the future, and she's implied Florida may be in trouble.How Does AI Use Water and Energy? Unpacking the Negative Impact of Chatbots
Artificial intelligence (AI) may have seemed like a harmless way to accomplish more, but its impact on energy use and water use cannot be denied.Empowering Public Good: Spotlight on Oxylabs' Project 4β
An interview with Oxylabs' pro bono "Project 4β" manager Gabija Birgile, on how web intelligence collection solutions drive academic and nonprofit initiatives forward.EVPassport CEO Hooman Shahidi to Speak at 2024 Concordia Annual Summit on Infrastructure, Sustainability, and Technology
EVPassport CEO Hooman Shahidi is a featured speaker at the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit during UN General Assembly Week.Tech Security Experts Caution Users About DuckDuckGo — Details Here
The search engine makes lofty promises about protecting its users privacy. However, some experts question the authenticity of these claims.Death Care Startup Parting Stone Makes Scattering Cremated Remains More Eco-Friendly (Exclusive)
Parting Stone founder Justin Crowe exclusively told 'Green Matters' about the environmental impact of scattering human ash remains and how they offer solutions.Building From the Ground Up: Why It's Time We Utilize Raw Earth Construction
Raw earth construction is making a comeback in Europe, but the U.S. is falling behind. Rammed earth and adobe may be important for climate crisis-era construction.Physical Media and Petrocapitalism: Your Growing Vinyl Record Collection Is Bad For the Environment
Are vinyl records bad for the environment? Before you buy a pressing of that record you already own, know that the production of PVC comes with consequences.Solight Design Founder Alice Chun Is a Sun Goddess: Inside Her Origami-Inspired Solar Lanterns (Exclusive)
Solight Design founder Alice Chun got candid with Green Matters about inventing sustainable, collapsable solar lanterns and illuminating the world the clean way.Looking to Spruce Up Your Indoor Garden? Here are 7 of the Best Grow Lights For Every Budget
We've compiled a list of the best LED grow lights for pros with finicky Boston ferns and newbs with tiny succulents alike. Your leafy friends will thank you.Digging For "Pink Gold": TurtleTree CEO Fengru Lin on the Magic of Vegan Dairy Lactoferrin (Exclusive)
Got vegan lactoferrin? In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, TurtleTree CEO and co-founder Fengru Lin discussed the company's certified vegan product, LF+.While Working on the Atomic Bomb, a Chemist Ingested Plutonium. What Happened Next?
You may not think anyone — scientist or layperson — has ever tasted this ingredient in the atomic bomb, but history shows there's more to the story.Is Elon Musk Really Using Quantum AI to "Eradicate Poverty"? Turns Out, Scammers Are Behind the Rumor
Elon Musk's connection to Quantum AI stems from a series of fabricated videos that circulated social media, and were allegedly part of a scam.Neuralink Human Trials Are Underway: Musk Says One Volunteer Can Do This With Their Mind
Elon Musk's tech company Neuralink began human trials on Jan. 29, but after a Feb. 20 update, some scientists say the results aren't impressive.Satellite ERS-2 Safely Crashes Into the Pacific Ocean — What to Know About Its Landing
ERS-2, a satellite, crashed through Earth's atmosphere on Feb. 21, 2024. The satellite was meant to monitor Earth but its mission ended in 2011.Simulated and Lab-Grown Diamonds Aren't Always As Sustainable As They Seem
Simulated and lab-grown diamonds have been touted as a better alternative to mined diamonds, but they also have negative environmental impacts.Watch All of the Super Bowl's EV Ads — Including Christopher Walken's BMW Spot
A wide range of electric car commercials aired during the Super Bowl, and we've rounded up our favorites.North Korea Has Threatened to Launch Three More Spy Satellites in 2024
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has made clear his intention to launch three spy satellites, as well as increase the country's military activity overall, in 2024.Is the 'New Club Penguin' Game Safe? Concerns for Child Safety Remain
Unaffiliated with Disney's 2005 hit game with hundreds of millions of players, 'New Club Penguin' is another in a long line of 'Club Penguin' recreations.Scientists Developed a Camera to Record How Animals See Color — and It's Breathtaking
Touting nearly 100% accuracy, research into enhanced camera and software technology will allow users to see the world the way animals perceive it.Green Matters Presents First-Ever "Greenlight Awards" for Climate Innovation at CES 2024
At CES 2024, Green Matters presented our inaugural Greenlight Award to 12 brands, in honor of their impressive climate innovations.In the Artificial Intelligence Race, Elon Musk Seeks $1 Billion for His xAI Startup
After raising $135 million from investors for an artificial intelligence startup, Elon Musk is seeking $1 billion in capital. Here's what we know about buying stocks in the AI company.Robots Attack! Tesla Engineer Injured After Robot Reportedly Pinned Him to Wall With Its Claws
Records show a 2021 incident at Elon Musk's Tesla factory left an engineer bloodied by a robot. Here's what to know about the situation.What Is a tDCS Brain Stimulation Device? LIFTiD's Gadget Joined the "Craziest Pitches Ever on 'Shark Tank'"
LIFTiD presented its tDCS neurostimulation device on the reality show 'Shark Tank' seeking funding. Here's how the pitch went and if the tech works.Lab-Grown Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend — But How Are They Made?
Whether you opt for a CVD or HPHT diamond, lab-grown diamonds are cheaper, more ethical, and eco-friendly. Plus, they have the same chemical makeup as mined diamonds!Are Franken-Opals Real? What to Know About the Lab-Created Gemstone
Lab-created, imitation, and natural gems, oh my! We're breaking down natural opals and their lab-grown counterparts — which often possess an almost identical structure.Tokyo-Based Scientists Have Developed a Revolutionary Marine-Biodegradable, Self-Healing Plastic
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a marine-biodegradable, self-healing plastic material that might benefit the ocean, too.Space Junk Is Changing the Atmosphere in Mysterious Ways, and May Be a Bigger Problem Than We Thought
A study revealed that metal space junk from inactive satellites, rockets, and other debris can be changing the Earth's atmosphere as it vaporizes upon reentry.Why Are Teslas Being Recalled? Check Your Vehicle's Brakes Today
Tesla is recalling over 54,000 of its Model X SUVs over faulty brake fluid. See if this Tesla recall or others apply to you and your vehicle.Researchers Have Developed a Super Strong Eco-Friendly Glue Inspired by Mussels
Researchers are developing an eco-friendly glue inspired by a certain bivalve mollusk: the mussel. Details on the sticky soya oil-based innovation.Zooming in on the Bigger Picture: What Do Stars Look Like up Close?
People normally can't see stars up close, but research tells us generally how stars would appear. Check out these awesome images of close-up stars.Elon Musk Believes AI Could Destroy Us All — So Why Is He Investing in It?
Although Elon Musk has many controversial tech opinions, you may be surprised to learn that he is skeptical of artificial intelligence.Fact or Fiction: Did Elon Musk Buy Bugatti?
Billionaire Elon Musk owns several companies, but is Bugatti one of them? Rumors link Musk to the European supercar company.Green Hydrogen: What It Is, How It Stacks up Against Blue Hydrogen, and More
What is green hydrogen? It may be a trendy new sustainable fuel, but how does it match up against blue hydrogen? Here's what to know.Scientists Recover RNA From the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger — What Happens Next?
In September 2023, scientists have successfully extracted RNA from a Tasmanian tiger, an extinct creature. What happens next?Bone Conduction Headphones Work Differently, But Are They Safe?
Bone conduction headphones rest on cheekbones to bypass the eardrum. They can benefit certain users, but how safe are bone conduction headphones?AI Can Help Fight Climate Change — but There Are Also Major Drawbacks
AI is rapidly advancing, and although this new technology can provide environmental benefits, it also has a large ecological footprint.A Tech-Focused Lifestyle Can Cause "Screen Apnea" — How to Combat This
If your breathing changes when you're on a screen, it's called "screen apnea". Here are the dangers of the phenomenon and how to handle it.Tesla Driver Charges Car in the Kitchen: "Too Cheap to Get the Tesla Charger Installed"
Tesla vehicles can be charged from outlets you have in your home, but should you have a Tesla charger installed? How much does a Tesla charger installation cost?"The Universe at Your Fingertips": All About NASA's New Streaming Service
The NASA streaming service is set to launch in 2023. Here's what we know about what will be offered on the NASA streaming platform.The Plastic Making Process Is Harmful to the Environment — Here's Why
How is plastic made? The process of creating the products might be more harmful than the products themselves.Could Alef's Flying Cars Help Fight Climate Change?
A startup got the green light to test its flying car prototype — is Alef the future?Into the Unknown: Images of Black Holes Are Getting Better
The first image of a black hole provides a unique perspective into the largely unknown universe. Take a look at the first official image of a black hole and see what scientists have discovered since.AI Has Applications in Dentistry — How the Industry Is Changing
AI in dentistry can have a number of applications, including in prevention and diagnosis of dental issues. Here's how dentistry is using AI to reach patients.Nikola Tesla's "Communication" With Mars Could Have Ruined His Reputation
Did engineer and inventor Nikola Tesla really get communications from Mars or was the whole thing just a hoax?