Science + Technology
Lauren M. Johnson, CNN
Joy to the world: Amazon users stream billions of hours of holiday music
So far this holiday season, Amazon customers in the United States have asked Alexa to play holiday music over 100 million times, according to Amazon.7 years ago
Julianne Pepitone, CNN Business
For Spotify, music might not actually be the key to success
Spotify's content chief, Dawn Ostroff, is leading the music behemoth into an entirely new area that's all about words, not riffs: podcasts.7 years ago
Jackie Wattles, CNN Business
Boeing’s Starliner encounters a problem: Spacecraft is not in proper orbit
Boeing officials thought they would be celebrating the launch of its Starliner spacecraft toward the International Space Station Friday, but the day quickly turned tense when mission control reported the vehicle wasn't heading in the right direction.7 years ago
Paul Nelson
Rep. Curtis introduces energy storage bill
WASHINGTON D.C. – Technology that creates electricity from solar power or wind has improved dramatically over the past decade, but, one lawmaker says the technology to store that electricity hasn’t kept up. He’s calling on the federal government to help companies find better power storage options. Despite all of the improvements in solar technology, there […]7 years ago
Debbie Dujanovic and Colby Walker
Experts worry stalkerware is secretly tracking your smartphone
An inexplicable surge in your data use, or a battery that won't keep a charge, are both signs your phone may be infected with stalkerware.7 years ago
Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business
Google’s answer to iMessage is finally here
Google's version of iMessage is now available to Android owners in the United States.7 years ago
Clare Duffy, CNN Business
Two men admit to working on illegal streaming sites that rivaled the size of Netflix and Hulu
As the streaming wars continue to heat up, the Department of Justice says two men behind some of the largest illegal streaming services have been taken out of play.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Man whose body was found in a Tooele freezer left a notarized letter for police
Tooele City Police say 69-year-old Paul Mathers may have left a notarized note for law enforcement before he died7 years ago
Colby Walker
How to keep yourself safe from Ring hackers
Homeowners say hackers gaining access to their Ring security cameras have left them feeling vulnerable. Here's what you can do to take back control.7 years ago
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
US finally giving boot to official foot measurement
The United States is abandoning the definition of the foot used to measure big things and replacing it with the so-called international foot.7 years ago
Chauncey Alcorn CNN Business
Vegan sneakers set to be next plant-based craze in 2020
Look out meatless hamburgers! Some experts say the next trend in meatless may involve the shoes you wear.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Latest snow storm expected to pull parts of Utah out of a drought
Parts of Utah are no longer in a drought, and the snow storm that will pound the state starting on Thursday means more counties could officially get out too7 years ago
FRANK JORDANS Associated Press
Thunberg ‘a bit surprised’ to be Time Person of the Year
Teen activist Greta Thunberg says she was "a bit surprised" to be named Time's Person of the Year, despite becoming the figurehead of a global youth movement pressing governments for faster action on climate change. Thunberg told The Associated Press on Wednesday that she wants to dedicate the award to all young activists.7 years ago
Dave Cawley
COLD: Computer at heart of Josh Powell custody dispute did not belong to him
The computer on which investigators found cartoon pornography that was later used in a custody dispute involving Josh Powell did not belong to him.7 years ago
Colby Walker
Facebook expanding in Eagle Mountain
Facebook is expanding its data center in Eagle Mountain by an additional 500,000 square feet.7 years ago
Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business
Apple’s new ‘cheese grater’ Mac Pro will be available to order on Tuesday
Apple's new Mac Pro is about to go on sale. The top-of-the-line Mac, anticipated by power users for its jaw-dropping specs, and by Apple design fans for its cheese-grater-like appearance, will be available for preorders beginning Tuesday.7 years ago
Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business
Why Netflix may need to cut prices and run ads
Netflix executives have repeatedly said the company will not run ads to generate more revenue. But with competition getting more intense, one Wall Street analyst thinks Netflix should offer a cheaper ad-supported service.7 years ago
Colby Walker
Last full moon of the decade
The last full moon of the decade is set to reach its peak Thursday 12/12 at 12:12 am.7 years ago
Mary Richards
Gov. calls for computer science education boost in Utah
Utah's governor is calling for $10.2 million to boost computer science education in the state, with companies adding another $4 million trust fund.7 years ago
DANICA KIRKA Associated Press
Reddit bans accounts, suspects possible UK vote interference
Social media platform Reddit has banned 61 accounts suspected of violating policies against vote manipulation after concluding that leaked government documents on Brexit trade was linked to Russian operators.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Video of a man playing a trumpet while driving on I-15 goes viral
A viral video of man playing the trumpet while driving down I-15 in Lehi is something UDOT has never seen before.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Man dead, another seriously injured after roof collapse in Taylorsville
The 9-1-1 call came in at 2:11p.m. Wednesday. A man was heard screaming at a home on 4700 South west of Redwood Road.7 years ago
Josh Campbell CNN
That smart TV you just bought may be spying on you, FBI warns
Those Black Friday and Cyber Monday super sales are not only a boon for your bank account, but may also reap serious rewards for cyber criminals intent on causing harm, according to the FBI.7 years ago
