All about the Benjamins: Researchers decipher the secrets of Benjamin Franklin's paper money

Benjamin Franklin put early anti-counterfeit measures in paper money

How Benjamin Franklin fought money counterfeiters

Benjamin Franklin fashioned the first lightning rod in the 18th century. Scientists are now improving on that innovation by employing a high-powered laser. This Laser Lightning Rod could safeguard critical infrastructure including power stations, airports, wind farms and launchpads.