Michael Balsamo

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Architect Labs was founded by Ebrahim Hussain (left) and Aaditya Subedi.
New Firm Emerges from Stealth; Using AI to Democratize Custom Chip Design and Birth 'Designless Semiconductor Industry'
June 18, 2026
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Waymo Recalls Robotaxis That Might Speed Through Construction Zones
June 18, 2026
The Edward A. Garmatz United States District Courthouse is seen Monday, June 1, 2026, in Baltimore.
Chief Engineer Faces Criminal Charges in 2024 Baltimore Bridge Collapse
June 18, 2026
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Trump Says Apple and Intel Will Manufacture Chips in the U.S.
June 18, 2026
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This photo provided by Axon Enterprise depicts a conceptual design through a computer-generated rendering of a taser drone. Taser developer Axon says it is working to build drones armed with the electric stunning weapons that could fly in schools and “help prevent the next Uvalde, Sandy Hook, or Columbine.” But its own technology advisers quickly panned the idea as a dangerous fantasy.
Manufacturing
Axon Halts Plans for Taser Drone As 9 on Ethics Board Resign
The board had voted 8-4 a few weeks ago to recommend Axon not proceed.
June 6, 2022
VR equipment and a version of the TASER 7 that utilizes VR technology for training, is demonstrated, Thursday, May 12, 2022, in Washington.
Manufacturing
Virtual Reality Brings Portable Taser Training to Police
The program is aimed at increasing training for officers with Tasers in life-like scenarios.
May 24, 2022
An ATF agent lifts crime scene tape, DeSoto, Texas, Aug. 8, 2013.
Manufacturing
Gun Manufacturer's License Revoked
A lawsuit alleged that federal officials awarded the license after the company violated firearms laws.
April 1, 2022
Insurrections loyal to President Trump riot outside the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 6, 2021.
News
Lawmakers Seek Tech Company Records in Riot Probe
Committee members are also considering asking telecommunications companies to preserve phone records.
August 30, 2021
Facebook headquarters, Menlo Park, Calif., April 14, 2020.
IoT
Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuits Against Facebook
The decision deals a significant blow to attempts by regulators to rein in tech giants.
June 29, 2021
Bernie Madoff leaves federal court in Manhattan, March 10, 2009.
News
Ponzi Schemer Madoff Dies in Prison
He swindled thousands of clients out of billions over decades — before it all came crashing down.
April 14, 2021
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen during an appearance on Fox Business Network in Washington, Aug. 14, 2019.
News
Another Daunting Crisis Awaits Yellen at Treasury
Janet Yellen served on the Federal Reserve's policymaking committee during the 2008-2009 financial crisis.
November 24, 2020
Purdue Pharma offices in Stamford, Conn., May 8, 2007.
Medical
OxyContin Maker to Plead to 3 Criminal Charges
The counts include conspiracy to defraud the United States and violating federal anti-kickback laws.
October 21, 2020
Attorney General William Barr during a roundtable in the Cabinet Room of the White House, June 15, 2020.
IoT
Administration Seeks to Roll Back Tech Company Protections
The proposed changes would strip some of the bedrock protections that have generally shielded the companies from legal responsibility for what people post on their platforms.
June 18, 2020