VW’s electric ID.R racer smashed a Nürburgring efficiency record

Part of this came through energy regeneration at the brakes. The ID.R produced 9.2 percent of the energy it needed for the lap through recovery. Even the generator providing electricity for the… More: VW’s electric ID.R racer smashed a Nürburgring efficiency record

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French inventor is first to cross English Channel using a hoverboard

The first attempt in late July literally fell short after Zapata missed the boat platform by a “few centimeters.” Zapata relied on a larger boat and platform to ensure this latest attempt would… Read the original post: French inventor is first to cross English Channel using a hoverboard

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United Airlines offers easier biometric clearance for frequent flyers

MileagePlus members can get Clear for $119 per year — not trivial, but a significant deal over the usual $179. Most United credit card holders, as well as Premium Silver, Gold and Platinum… Link: United Airlines offers easier biometric clearance for frequent flyers

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A new bill could ban facial recognition in federally-funded housing

If passed, the bill would prohibit facial recognition in public housing units that receive Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding. It would also require HUD to submit a report… View post: A new bill could ban facial recognition in federally-funded housing

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A new bill could ban facial recognition in federally-funded housing

If passed, the bill would prohibit facial recognition in public housing units that receive Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding. It would also require HUD to submit a report… Link: A new bill could ban facial recognition in federally-funded housing

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