PRI's The World: Technology

In this episode, you'll hear how Greece is seeking an upgrade for its accounting systems. Also, bullet-proof cars in Mexico, and facial recognition technology in Saudi Arabia. Plus, a new way to keep vaccines cold in places without access to power. And we end with the story of a couple who went to Tunisia to give a Star Wars setting a make-over. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod. Or Twitter at www.twitter.com/worldstechpod.

In this episode: two takes on last week's revelations that the US has been actively targeting Iran's computer systems with offensive cyberweapons. Also, Israel says it is going on the cyber-offensive as well. Google says it will tell its users when a government is blocking a website. And we end with a segment on how video games are helping surgeons, and on a project called MaKey MaKey. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod. Or Twitter ...

In this episode, we'll take a look at a new piece of malware called Flame which has been found on computers throughout the Middle East. Sophisticated and dangerous malware, or a big piece of bloatware? And we'll give you part three of Ed Butler's "Danger in the Download" series. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod. Or Twitter at www.twitter.com/worldstechpod.

In honor the late, great Douglas Adams, we have a special "Towel Day" episode. It comes complete with an African social network built in China. We also will talk about the trend to put server farms in cold climates. Plus, we have Italian drones patrolling mafia garbage dumps, something called a Mine Kafon, and RoboFish! Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

In this episode, we listen in to the BBC's Ed Butler as he explores the world of cyberthreats. This is Part 2 of a 3 part series to follow in the coming weeks. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

In this B-side episode, we listen in to the BBC's Ed Butler as he explores the world of cyberthreats. This is Part 1 of a 3 part series to follow in the coming weeks. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

This week, we hear about a crowd-sourced game that allows players the chance to help researchers better understand genomics. Also, an interview with Linus Torvalds, father of the Linux operating system. Plus, smog-busting paint in Manila, and a conversation with a Chinese hacker. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

This week, we hear from the author of a book about some of Apple's workers in China. It's called "Factory Girls." Also, we have two history stories. One is about the use of Engima code-breaking machines during the Spanish Civil War. The other is about the birth of the Theremin. And we'll also tell you about…The Wonderbag! Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

In this episode, we take you to Greece to hear from some serious geeks who think hi-tech might help the country find some relief from the dire financial situation its in. Also, the FAA revisits the ban on electronics during flights. Then, to Brazil to hear about a plan to track kids with micro-chips, and finally…the camera that sees around corners. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.

In this week's…show…we have an item on a British company that's trying to make energy out of every step you take. Also, Africa's WayC Tablet computer, webcams in the Russian elections, and a RoboBrain. Oh, and we meet a guy who can beat those full body scanners at the airport. Visit the homepage: www.theworld.org/technology, or join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/worldstechpod.