Technology

Inside the Strip Clubs of Instagram

Going digital may be better for dancers.

on tech

Can Our Phones Stop a Pandemic?

Some countries are using location data from smartphones to fight the pandemic. Should the United States?

Burning Cell Towers, Out of Baseless Fear They Spread the Virus

A conspiracy theory linking the spread of the coronavirus to 5G wireless technology has spurred more than 100 incidents this month, British officials said.

Robots Welcome to Take Over, as Pandemic Accelerates Automation

Broad unease about losing jobs to machines could dissipate as people focus on the benefits of minimizing close human contact.

Enlisted Late, Online Lenders Still Must Wait to Help Speed Up Stimulus

The government wants to get loans to small businesses fast. But the lenders with the most experience with this have been unable to take part.

On tech

Zoom Is Easy. That’s Why It’s Dangerous.

The best technology is simple to use. There’s a dark side to that.

What to Buy

My Long, Unending Journey to Find Perfect Office Equipment

Ergonomics are important, but remember, there’s no one solution for everybody.

on tech

The Pandemic Feeds Tech Companies’ Power

Our online habits are changing, likely for good. This could make tech companies even more muscular.

Tech Fix

The Lesson We Are Learning From Zoom

The popular app offered the simplest path to videoconferencing in a pandemic. That doesn’t make it the right path to take.

Google Makes Stadia Gaming Service Free

The $130 entry fee is being waived indefinitely, as interest in playing video games surges during the coronavirus pandemic.