Technology

TikTok cuts jobs as tech layoffs continue to mount
The wildly popular video-sharing app is the latest technology firm to reduce staff in response to what executives say are ongoing business challenges.
AI-generated robocall impersonates Biden in an apparent attempt to suppress votes in New Hampshire
The New Hampshire attorney general’s office says it is investigating reports of an apparent robocall that used artificial intelligence to mimic President Joe Biden’s voice and discourage voters in the state from participating in Tuesday’s primary election.
Robot snowplow competition a glimpse of the future
College teams are competing this weekend in Minneapolis to see who can build the best robo-snowplow. But first, they had to make snow.
How AI is already changing Minnesota’s marketing industry
Minnesota companies are making a big bet on AI. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests talked about how industries are already using artificial intelligence as a marketing tool — and what that means for us as consumers.
Coming soon to Minnesota roadways: Oral tests for marijuana, other drug use by drivers
The oral fluid test tools are set to be rolled out this month as part of a pilot project. Initial roadside tests will be able to detect THC, cocaine, opioids, amphetamine, methamphetamine and benzodiazepines.
From Amazon to Facebook and Google, here's how platforms can 'decay'
If you feel like some important places on the internet have been getting worse, you're not alone. In fact, there has been a whole lot of action in the last 12 months.