Could seaweed replace plastic packaging?

In Victorian London, among the factories and warehouses of the city’s East End, Alexander Parkes developed the world’s first plastic (he inventively called it Parkesine). Notpla, a startup now based in the same part of the city, wants to follow in his footsteps. Unlike Parkesine, however, its material is not made to last. And instead…

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TSA just warned that your airport charger could steal your identity while you’re planning your dream summer vacation

TSA warns public USB ports can be loaded with malware that silently steals your data without detection “Juice jacking” attacks can capture text messages, contact lists, and even keystrokes from your device Free Wi-Fi may cost nothing, but it could be the gateway to losing your identity As millions of Americans prepare for summer vacation,…

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