Mike Thomas
Senior Features Writer at Built In
Expertise: Tech journalism
Education: John Carroll University
Mike Thomas is a former Built In senior features writer covering technology trends and the software industry. He is a regular contributor to Chicago magazine and the author of two books. Prior to joining Built In, Thomas was a reporter at the Chicago Sun-Times for 14 years.
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The coronavirus pandemic has forced millions of employees to work from home. In the months and years ahead, experts say remote work will only become more prevalent.
An interview with University of Pennsylvania researcher and Climate Change AI chair David Rolnick.
As the COVID-19 virus spreads in the U.S. and around the world, sophisticated geographic information systems are being used to monitor its progress and provide real-time information to medical institutions and the public.
From drones and apps to enhanced internet connectivity and virtual reality, various technologies can help with humanitarian aid. Here’s how one entrepreneur uses tech to help people.
Computer simulations are computer programs that create mathematical models to accurately reflect and predict the behavior of systems in real life. Here’s how they work, examples, industry use cases and how the technology will continue to develop.
Hyperloops aren't just hype, but the futuristic mode of blazingly fast ground transport has a long and winding path ahead.
Check out the companies providing security for IoT technology.
These companies embrace machine learning technology in healthcare.
Robots are an increasingly common crime-fighting tool for police and other law enforcement personnel. But how will they change the industry?