Academics Study 'The Psychology Of The Internet Troll.'
What makes an internet troll tick? It's a question that many people have answered 'off the cuff;' but never in an academic sense. That is until now, as Academic Earth illustrates how anonymity is key in giving them a sense of 'online disinhibition.'
Google Reveals 'Project Loon' Experiment To Bring Internet To 'The Entire World' By Balloons
Google has unveiled the latest project to come out of the Google X labs, named "Project Loon." It involves sending giant balloons up to beam down internet access to remote areas of the planet. They will provide a more cost effective solution for wireless coverage in regions, that would otherwise be difficult due to location.
Study Claims Lego Faces Look Angrier Than Ever
Researchers have identified that smiling, happy Lego characters are becoming less and less common.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Will Be Back. Confirms 'Terminator 5' Role
Arnold Schwarzenegger will reprise his role as The Terminator, as Terminator 5 begins shooting in January. The former governor spoke to fan site TheArnoldFans.com, confirming the existence of the film and his involvement as the cybernetic organism.
Facebook Introduces Hashtags, Taking A Page From Twitter
Starting today, Facebook is officially adding support for the hashtag, allowing users to better follow and take part in conversation about specific topics.
Watch The Microsoft E3 2013 Press Conference Here LIVE
After announcing the Xbox One a few weeks ago, Microsoft are back at E3 to let us know more about the next gen eration console, along with announcing some of the games that will be launched on it. Watch it here live.
Algorithm Teaches Tetris To Draw Famous Video Game Characters
The Tetris Printer Algorithm, created by Software architect Michael Birken, is a program with the ability to draw using Tetris pieces. By autonomously playing the famous puzzle game, the algorithm can create images by rotating, positioning and dropping Tetriminos.
Precognitive Robot Knows Your Wants And Needs Before You Do
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a robot that is capable of accurately predicting when you need help, and providing assistance with tasks. Using a Kinect sensor, the robot uses a database of 120 videos to analyse and understand your movements. With this knowledge, it can then help you perform key tasks such as taking your medicine, making a meal, or stacking objects.
Xbox One Or Playstation 4? Our Readers Respond
The console wars have begun again. Sony and Microsoft will be releasing their next generation hardware this year. So with this in mind we wanted to know which you are most excited for: The Xbox One or the Playstation 4?
Facebook To Re-Assess Policy After Sexism Row
After a barrage of campaigning by women's groups, including over 5000 emails, Facebook has released a statement announcing improvements to the way they deal with inappropriate material.
Homemade Lightsaber Burns Through Objects
With dreams of owning a real lightsaber of your own, a crazy laser enthusiast has actually built his own Jedi weapon capable of burning straight through things. Extreme hazard labels needed!
Life-Sized Lego X-Wing Unveiled. Breaks World Record With Five Million Bricks
Lego has unveiled a life-sized, five-million-brick model of an X-Wing fighter from Star Wars. Built by 32 people over 17,000 hours, this 43-foot-long replica is the largest Lego model in the world.
Twitter Users Confuse EDF Energy With English Defence League Following Woolwich Protest
Energy firm EDF has been trending on Twitter; but for all the wrong reasons. Users have confused the company with the English Defence League, sending them hundreds of abusive tweets about the far-right movement's protests.
Teenagers Losing Interest In Facebook. Interest In Alternatives Rise
Facebook may still be the most popular social network amongst teenagers, new findings from the Pew Research Centre suggests their interest and enthusiasm for the network is decreasing.
It's Pronounced "JIF" Not "GIF." Inventor Reminds Us How It's Pronounced
In 1987, Steve Wilhite created the GIF (or Graphics Interchange Format). Sixteen years later, he accepted a lifetime achievement award at The Webby Awards, using a GIF for his acceptance speech to confirm, once and for all, that it's pronounced "JIF."
Next Generation 'Xbox One' Announced
After much hype and speculation, Microsoft has officially unveiled their next generation console, the Xbox One. Don Mattrick (pictured) made the announcement to a huge round of applause, planning to make it the 'All-in-one' system in your living room.
Leap Motion Previews Minority Report-Style Windows 8 Interaction
Leap Motion has provided deeper insight into the future of touch-free computing by showing us just what interaction is capable on Windows 8.
'Star Wars Rebels' New Animated Series For 2014
Production has now begun on Star Wars Rebels, an animated TV series due to premiere on Disney Channel next year. The programme will be set between the events of Episode III and IV of the Star Wars series, a gap of almost twenty years with plenty of scope for excitement and adventure - though of course, the details are all very hush-hush.
Porn Confirmed For Next Generation Xbox
Speculation surrounding tomorrow's Xbox reveal has reached fever pitch; but the one feature 100% confirmed is the option to stream porn on it, via the appropriately named 'SugarDVD.'