Clever Hacks Give Google Glass Many Unintended Powers
Whether it's facial recognition or snapping photos with a wink of an eye, hackers are proving it's possible to re-engineer Google Glass in a number of creative ways.
Business
'We're Here To Stay' Says Newly Confirmed Consumer Watchdog
After two years of political bickering, Richard Cordray has been confirmed as head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. He thinks that, in the end, his agency has won bipartisan support for the work it will do.
The 'Ask Your Uncle' Approach To Economics
The Beige Book — a big, official report — is mostly a bunch of stories gathered by talking to businesses around the country.
Congress Debates Taking A Step Back From The Mortgage Market
Lawmakers are trying to figure out how to scale back the outsize role that mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac play in the housing market. A bipartisan Senate proposal would replace Fannie and Freddie with a scaled-down program, while a Republican House proposal would go even further.
Rising Interest Rates Worry Banking Industry
Five years after the start of the financial crisis, the U.S. banking industry continues to earn strong profits. On Tuesday, Goldman Sachs became the latest big bank to report better than expected earnings. But rising interest rates mean a riskier environment for banks.
Weather Puts A Damper On Coca-Cola Sales
Coca-Cola sales have slowed, in part because of the weather. The company says global soda sales rose by only 1 percent in the second quarter — less than expected. Coke's CEO cited rain and cold temperatures in the U.S., which seems to have put a damper on consumers' desire for a refreshing soft drink.
Use The Books, Fans: 'Star Wars' Franchise Thrives In Print
More than 200 novels, the Star Wars' book series spans 25,000 years, from the beginning of the Jedi Order to 40 years beyond where the original trilogy left off. According to The Wall Street Journal's Alexandra Alter, the books help keep fans interested between movies.
Georgia Hospital System Partners With Royal Philips
Medical equipment manufacturers operate largely on a supply and demand model. But a new agreement between Georgia Regents Health System and Royal Philips means Philips will take on a new role. It will supply equipment and help the hospital achieve its mission of delivering better care to patients at a lower cost.
In Argentina, Coca-Cola Tests Market For 'Green' Coke
Argentina is the site of the global kickoff of what Coke is describing as a "natural" and "green" lower-calorie cola. Coca-Cola Life contains stevia instead of sugar, and comes in a bottle that's made partially from plants.
When Employees Need More Than An Advance On Their Paycheck
Some companies offer employees one-on-one financial counseling. The service can be revealing.