Airbnb expands on its vision of room renting with ‘experiences’, ‘places’ and ‘services’

Not content with just renting out room spaces, Airbnb aims to provide a more immersive experience. It’s now an open secret that Airbnb sees itself more than just a renting spare rooms company despite the fact that authorities have questioned its basic business model. In efforts aimed at taking its business to the next logical…

U.S. Army’s Phaser can clear the skies of a swarm of drones

The Phaser can fry any devices which has electronics, with its modulated EMP. Currently undergoing testing, the weapon system could play a significant role in today’s theatre of modern warfare. Although the U.S. military has clearly enjoyed dominance in the air, the emergence of ISIS drones has presented itself as a new threat to American…

Apple considering a Google Glass equivalent

Although as a product Google Glass made headlines and grabbed media attention, built-in video recording features triggered privacy concerns, and Google shutdown the project. Perhaps Apple will succeed where Google failed. Bloomberg has reported citing sources familiar with the matter that Apple is considering an expansion of its products which could include wearable glass headsets.…

EU’s Supreme Court rules that e-books can be lent like their traditional counterpart

In a landmark ruling, Europe’s highest court has declared that much like their traditional counterparts, e-books can be lent as long as they have been lawfully bought. In a significant ruling, the European Union’s court of Justice has ruled that just like their physical counterparts, e-books can be lent out; a copy of the e-book…