MIT Tech Connection

Worried about the future of jobs? Watch Daniela Rus, director of MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, describe how humans and machines can work better together. And watch the videos of 11 other presentations from MIT Technology Review's recent emerging technology conference.

A new study from the MIT Media Lab argues that smaller cities will experience greater impact from automation, a finding that could encourage legislators to support workers in these cities.

Nobel laureate Jean Tirole PhD '81 brought insights from his recent book, Economics for the Common Good, to the MIT Family Weekend audience on October 27. He addressed some thorny issues—such as the future of jobs.

MIT issues recipient-owned virtual credentials, thanks to blockchain technology.

Visit key locations documenting the legacy of the Manhattan Project, April 5–11.

Smart phone software can tell if tires need air, new spark plugs, or air filters.

Framework guarantees stability of local microgrid power in developing countries.

An MIT team won Mars City Design 2017, an international competition focused on building sustainable cities on Mars in the next century.

Optimizing a small living space is the goal of “furniture with superpowers” that shifts walls and glides furniture into place as needed.

A communications professor is studying the effects of media—including the psychology of selfies—on perception and identity.