Johnson’s early work formed the basis for modern earthquake detection systems and even inspired a passage in author Tom Clancy’s 1984 spy thriller ‘The Hunt for Red October.’
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Program to defray cost of IT training seeks applicants
TechHire Maine to use federal grant to help private businesses get upgraded IT training for their employees.
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Maine oil dealers launch swipe-and-click ordering, intended to disrupt the market
Two companies offering online and app-based oil deliveries aim to mirror the service consumers have come to expect from Amazon and Uber.
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One for the books: UMaine launches 25-foot boat it built with a 3-D printer
Watch a time-lapse video as the boat is built using a plastic-cellulose blend that officials say has the potential to boost the state’s wood products industry.
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Commentary: Facebook just gave up the fight against fake news
The social media platform’s new policy means that nobody will stop you from posting lies there if you’re a ‘political figure.’
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Maine Voices: Maine courts need a science and technology adviser
The outcome of a recent rockweed-harvesting case underscores the need to provide judges with unique expertise.
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Portland-based app-maker changes name, raises more cash
Wallit, known previously as Ourly, receives an additional $2.6 million in seed funding after an earlier funding round of $3.4 million.
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Technological advances have meant huge changes for law enforcement
Technology has moved forward in leaps and bounds in many aspects of life in recent years. That includes law enforcement.
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Apple will unveil the latest iPhones at Sept. 10 launch event
Apple will announce successors to the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, as well as an upgrade to the iPhone XR.
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Apple plans to launch Apple TV+ in November
A free trial period is likely as Apple builds up its library of offerings, sources said.