12 of the best science, tech, and engineering newsletters

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Regarding technology and science, there are quite a few new outlets out there, so how on Earth do you choose which one to subscribe to? You could sign up for all of them, but you'd soon become overwhelmed (not to mention annoyed). But fear not, we've scoured the internet for the best ones, so you don't have to...

Can you really call yourself a fan of science and technology if you haven't signed up for any of our newsletters? We think not, so why not head over to our Newsletter subscribe pages and get yourself some of the best roundups of technology and science news going?

IE currently has a selection of great newsletters for you, including our highly-rated "Blueprint Daily" and "Blueprint Weekly" offerings, which do everything they say on the tin. Other newsletters, like "Vital Component" also deliver a roundup of the week's must-read engineering news every Sunday.

Other offerings include our very popular "IE Originals," "Engineering Pros" career newsletter, and "AI Logs," which gives you a low-down on the week's most important artificial intelligence (AI) news. So, if any of these tickle your fancy, sign up now! You won't regret it (though we would say that, wouldn't we?).

Our next recommendation is the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) "The Download" newsletter. This is the MIT Technology Review's official newsletter, which builds on well over a century of this world-class media company's mission to keep its readership up to date with the "toings and froings" of the world of technology.

Once signed up, you get a daily summary of curated stories from this veteran technology publisher, serving you with the field's most important and interesting stories. The content often includes a mix of new breakthroughs in science and technology, emerging tech trends, and relevant news with broader societal or ethical impacts.

MIT also offers other newsletters that may interest you, including "The Algorithm," which keeps readers abreast of the latest developments in AI, or "The Checkup," if medical technology is more your bag.

Follow the link provided above to check out MIT's full offerings.

TLDR, or for the uninitiated, "too long; didn't read," is another highly-rated science and technology newsletter you may want to consider subscribing to. Founded in August 2018, the newsletter (famously run by just one person) went from zero to over 1,000,000 subscribers in less than four years.

Today, it is one of the most read, most subscribed to science and technology newsletters on the net. It covers a range of subjects, but focuses mainly on the latest technology, startups, and programming news for those interested in such things!

Founded in 2013, The Information is known for its deep tech industry coverage. It runs seven newsletters on various topics, from blockchain and venture capital to Silicon Valley. Readers include plenty of C-suite execs, founders, and tech industry professionals.

Some content is free, but the site's seminal "Pro Weekly" is secured behind a paywall. However, in exchange for parting with your hard-earned cash, you are treated with a weekly installment of the latest and "biggest" technological developments.

"Fully Charged" is a free Bloomberg newsletter that covers the latest trends and news related to the future of transportation, energy, and the environment, focusing on electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy, and related technologies. It offers insights into the global transition towards a more sustainable and electrified future.

Launched in 2002, New Atlas quickly became one of the most-read publications online, covering advances in technology, science, transportation, architecture, design, and many other disciplines. With over 60,000 articles to date and new ones added daily, New Atlas is a great place to stay up-to-date.

New Atlas attracts approximately four million unique visitors monthly, and our email newsletter reaches over 200,000 people daily. Its readership spans the globe, with a primary audience in the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia. So, why not become the 200,001?

Founded in 2015, the aptly named Tedium is another interesting science and technology site that makes the boring, well, interesting. Tedium delivers daily doses on the history of the world's most mundane things with its uniquely sassy, humorous style.

So, if you enjoy detailed and unique descriptions of ordinary things, the Tedium newsletter is the way to go. Rather than covering viral topics, Tedium provides context and storytelling around subjects that may not receive attention otherwise. It is well worth adding to your science and technology diet.

Founded in 2005, TechCrunch is another giant in the online tech news space. Acquired by AOL and then Verizon Media in 2015, the site was sold again to Apollo Global Management in 2021. Focussing on the latest technology and tech startup company news, the site is a great resource.

As you'd expect, TechCrunch has an interesting selection of newsletters, ranging from crypto news to space to its daily curated content.

Futurism explores the latest advancements in science and technology, attracting over three million unique visitors and 140 million video views monthly. The topics covered include transportation, artificial intelligence, healthcare, energy, and technology.

So, if this sounds like your bag, why not check out their newsletter? Go on, it's free!

Every Sunday, "Box of Amazing" sends a free newsletter with ten or more high-quality articles. The newsletter covers many topics, including robotics, artificial intelligence, drones, cryptocurrency, augmented reality, and real cyborgs. It also covers stories showing how our world is changing, what's trending today, and what's just over the horizon. In addition, the publication offers opinion and analysis on transformative areas such as clean energy, hypertravel, and genomics.

Founded in 1986, Defense News is an independent news source for defense decision-makers worldwide. They provide the latest news and analysis on defense programs, policy, business, and technology through print and online mediums.

Providing defense news in print and online, DefenseNews.com is one of the must-read sources for anyone interested in military tech and developments. Its "Early Bird Brief" and newsletters provide focused coverage to your inbox every morning, giving you a "round-up of the day's most important military and defense-industry stories."

Last, and by no means least, if you are a member of a professional body like the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), etc., then you really should consider signing up for any newsletters or other periodicals they may produce. If you are a member, you'll typically get them sent to your inbox anyway, but it is worth checking if it is an opt-in requirement.

Not only will these keep you up to date with the latest in your particular industry, but often reading them counts towards your annual continuous professional development quota! Not too shabby.

And that is your lot for today.

If any of these samplings pique your interest, we suggest you sign up for them immediately (after you've signed up for ours first, of course). You won't be disappointed!