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Don’t Write Off the Password Just Yet

live Written by Kevin Zawacki

Biometric technology can unlock devices using heartbeats and fingerprints. But the password still plays an important role in the world of online security. Read more

Get Used to Your Basket of Remotes

live Written by Satta Sarmah Hightower

The Internet of Things is growing, but much of the tech remains closed — which means one smartphone to rule them all is still a ways off. Read more

Rise of the Beacons

live Written by Kyle Chayka

Beacon technology can make life easier, but some privacy advocates are wary of risks. Reporter Kyle Chayka invites the tech into his home to learn more. Read more

This Is How a Pirate Runs for Office

engage Written by Kevin Zawacki

The U.S. Pirate Party, campaigning on open government and net neutrality, is fielding three candidates in the midterm elections. Read more

Lessons Learned

opinion Written by Mary Ellen Muckerman

Earlier this week there were a number of serious missteps made regarding The Open Standard and its content. This is what we learned. Read more

Our Sincerest Apologies

opinion Written by Anthony Duignan-Cabrera

The Open Standard's mission to communicate important ideas and issues to the broader public. In this case, we failed. Read more

Let’s Open Up U.S. House Elections

opinion Written by Krist Novoselic

There's a better way to elect U.S. House members. Ex-Nirvana bassist and fair elections activist Krist Novoselic describes how. Read more

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