How the Apple iPhone changed the world
When Apple announced the iPhone in 2007, Steve Jobs called it a “revolutionary product” in a handset category that he said needed to be reinvented. Now, nearly two decades and…
Why superyacht builders are investing in solar
Early tech adopters are investing in a new toy: solar-powered electric yachts. Across the globe superyachts are already a must-have for today’s rich and famous. There are some 5,555 of…
How Sony’s Hawk-Eye works at the U.S. Open
Since 2022, the U.S. Open has had no line judges. Instead, the tournament uses Hawk-Eye Live, an electronic line-calling system, to determine whether a tennis shot is in or out.…
The evolution of the VW bus — from Type 2 to the electric ID Buzz
Volkswagen Type 2 bus lined up next to the ID. Buzz CNBC | Sydney Boyo | Andrew Evers The “bus,” as many fans know it, is deeply ingrained in American…
Why bots make it so hard to buy Nikes
Sneakers are among the most sought-after collectible items. They’re also a prime target for scalpers. Grand View Research values the global sneaker industry at $86 billion and predicts it will…