John McAfee is in a Spanish prison awaiting possible extradition to the U.S. on charges of tax evasion, but that hasn’t stopped the one-time cybersecurity expert from pumping some sketchy altcoin. McAfee, known for his love of bath salts and … Read more…
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Uber sued by drivers over ‘automated robo-firing’
Uber drivers claim they were wrongly dismissed by an algorithm without a right to appeal. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Therapy patients blackmailed for cash after clinic data breach
Stolen data appears to have included personal identification records and notes about therapy sessions. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Elon Musk’s stock-based pay plan just earned him another $3 billion
Elon Musk doesn’t earn a salary for running Tesla, but is getting rich quick nonetheless. The outspoken CEO of the electric-car maker is poised to unlock the fourth tranche in an eye-popping $ 50 billion performance-based compensation deal, bring his … Read more…
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This is the line from the debate that Trump may end up regretting
Trump vs Biden now enters its final stage, with less than two weeks to go before Election Day 2020. Thursday night’s debate between both men was the final time they will meet on a debate stage before voters who haven’t … Read more…
Uber and Lyft drivers are employees, Californian appeals court affirms
The battle over Uber and Lyft drivers’ status saw a significant development Thursday. A Californian appeals court has unanimously upheld a ruling that the ride-hailing companies’ drivers must be classified as employees, meaning they’re eligible for healthcare, paid sick leave, … Read more…
Stormzy takes starring role in Watch Dogs: Legion video game
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The AI that spots Alzheimer’s from cookie drawing
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Trio of astronauts safely return to Earth after 6 months in space
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Among Us game watched by 400,000
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“Among Us” is 2020’s hottest game, thanks to AOC and Twitch
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Curiosity rover drills rock, accidentally busts it in two
NASA’s Curiosity rover was drilling into a curious rock when it accidentally cracked. The crack isn’t a big deal, and the sample was still able to be studied by the rover. NASA’s Perseverance rover is currently headed to the Red … Read more…
Intel to sell NAND business to SKorean rival for $9 billion
Intel has agreed to a $ 9 billion deal to sell most of its memory business to South Korea’s SK Hynix as it moves toward more diverse technologies while shedding a Chinese factory at a time of trade friction between … Read more…
New web app lets you take Game Boy Camera-style pics and pretend it’s 1998
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Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says
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Demand for Apple’s iPhone 12 outpacing last year’s model, analyst says
Whether or not the 5G revolution is here remains to be seen, but Apple fans are buying in. The newly unveiled iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro received twice as many preorders in its first day on sale than last … Read more…
‘Big pile’ of eels dumped in NYC park; impact not yet known
New York state and city wildlife officials say it’s too soon to know the local impact of exotic eels dumped into a Brooklyn lake last month ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The scene at every iPhone release to date, in photos
“Every once in a while, a revolutionary product comes along that changes everything.” With those words, Steve Jobs introduced the iPhone to the world in 2007. And in the nearly 14 years since, he’s been proven right. iPhone releases have … Read more…
Drivers to be banned from picking up mobile phones
The change to UK law ends a loophole allowing drivers to use phones to take photos or play games. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
British Airways fined £20m over data breach
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First presidential vote cast using blockchain technology
With the 2020 presidential election less than a few weeks away — encumbered yet again by questions and concerns surrounding ballot security and fraud — revolutionary blockchain voting technology is being piloted in small pockets of the country. And Tuesday … Read more…
Watch Nancy Pelosi struggle to explain to Wolf Blitzer why she won’t allow a stimulus vote
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi got into a tense exchange with CNN‘s Wolf Blitzer on Tuesday over her resistance to allowing a Trump administration stimulus bill to come up for a vote in the House. Pelosi wants an all-encompassing, multi-trillion-dollar … Read more…
Russian-US crew launches on fast track to the space station
A trio of space travelers has launched successfully to the International Space Station, for the first time using a fast-track maneuver to reach the orbiting outpost in just three hours ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Triller follows TikTok in banning QAnon conspiracy content
Triller, the short-form video app aggressively competing for a piece of TikTok’s pie, has belatedly followed its rival in attempting to ban content relating to the QAnon conspiracy theory. According to a report by Insider, the company has said it … Read more…
Apple iPhone 12: The chip advance set to make smartphones smarter
A chip-making process pioneered in the Netherlands will let smartphones take the next leap forward. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter suspends accounts claiming to be black Trump supporters
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Apple unveils its first-ever 5G phone, investors predict mass upgrades
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Amazon devices on sale for Prime Day: Save on Echo, Fire TV, tablets
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Microsoft reportedly stops hacking operation targeting election
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After supporting coronavirus lockdowns for months, the WHO just made the reversal of the year
After months of warning of the necessity of coronavirus lockdowns as a means of getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control, the World Health Organization has apparently had a change of heart. Lockdowns, one WHO official said in a recent interview, … Read more…
Personal computers are once again shipping after an earlier pandemic-fueled shortage
In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, plenty of folks needed to buy computers — but they might’ve had a hard time getting one. Now, according to at least one market analysis firm, that problem is resolving itself. Canalys … Read more…
Microsoft makes remote work option permanent
The move puts the US tech giant in the company of firms such as Facebook and Twitter. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
America’s Cup: The tech helping Ineos Team UK prepare
BBC Click gets unique access to the UK’s entry into the America’s Cup sailing race. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Pakistan bans TikTok, citing ‘immoral and indecent’ content
TikTok has been banned in Pakistan after the country’s telecom regulator deemed that it had failed to filter out “immoral and indecent” content. It is the latest blow for the beleaguered social media platform, which back in June was banned … Read more…
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Humans are still evolving, and here’s the hard proof
Scientists have been monitoring the development of a new evolutionary change in humans. More people are being born with an “extra” artery running down their forearms. The change is likely to be present in most humans by 2100. As much … Read more…
Pakistan bans Chinese app TikTok over unlawful content
Pakistan has blocked the Chinese social media app TikTok, saying the company failed to fully comply with the instructions to develop an effective mechanism to control unlawful online content ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Judge won’t let ‘Fortnite’ back into App Store as Apple fight crawls on
The battle royale between Epic Games and Apple is far from over. The ongoing debate over whether Fortnite, the wildly popular video game, will be allowed back in the App Store will not be answered any time soonAccording to Mac … Read more…
US election: Twitter tightens rules on retweets and victory claims
Restrictions on retweets and labels on early victory claims are part of Twitter’s tighter stance. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Queen’s Birthday Honours 2020: ‘Covid-critical’ broadband engineers awarded
Two engineers, and a host of other telecoms workers, are honoured for services during the pandemic. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter slows retweets ahead of election to combat viral misinformation
Twitter is making it harder for tweets to go viral ahead of the election in order to combat the spread of misinformation, it said Friday. Beginning Friday and continuing through the election, users who hit the retweet button on a … Read more…
Earth is surrounded by garbage, and it just keeps getting worse
Space junk is a problem that just won’t go away, and it keeps getting worse. Debris orbiting Earth makes it difficult for space agencies and companies to launch missions, risking damage to spacecraft and humans in crewed missions. SpaceX’s Starlink … Read more…
Wisepay: School payments service hit by cyber-attack
The firm is used by parents for cashless school meal top-ups or exam fees. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Cellmate chastity gadget hack thwarted by screwdriver trick
The maker of a male chastity toy says it can be prised open, after researchers find a security flaw. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Facebook will temporarily ban political ads after the election (LOL)
Hot damn, we can all rest easy. In a bold and daring display of courage, Facebook announced Wednesday that it will stop running political ads — for an undefined amount of time — after polls close in the U.S. on … Read more…
Cambridge Analytica ‘not involved’ in Brexit referendum, says watchdog
But the Information Commissioner says there are “systemic vulnerabilities” in UK democratic systems. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook bans Cornwall therapist’s ‘sexual’ nipple tattoo ads
Vicky Morgan is trained to draw tattoos for cancer survivors who lost breasts through a mastectomy. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
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Parrots with foul mouths forced to separate by zoo staff
A group of parrots at a zoo in the UK have been separated after they began swearing at visitors and “setting each other off” with their foul language. The birds began teaching each other to swear and soon they were … Read more…
White House nixes updated FDA guidelines on vaccine approval
The White House has blocked new Food and Drug Administration guidelines on bringing potential vaccines for COVID-19 to market that would almost certainly have prevented their approval before the Nov. 3 election ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Florida’s voter registration website failed miserably on night of deadline
As Floridians rushed to register to vote in the 2020 election, the state’s registration site appeared to be down for over three hours — with less than three hours remaining before the midnight deadline. There’s currently no indication that the … Read more…
Apple sues recycling firm that ‘resold old gadgets’
After sending 500,000 gadgets for recycling, Apple says it found more than 100,000 were still in use. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump continues Biden attack ads on Facebook
Biden is removing attack ads against Trump but the Trump campaign isn’t following suit. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Radish seeds, meats and cheese launched to space station
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A space station cargo ship rocketed into orbit Friday carrying a 360-degree camera for spacewalking, radish seeds for growing and a smorgasbord of fancy meats and cheeses for feasting. Northrop Grumman launched its capsule to the … Read more…
Can a BBC reporter fool a face mask detector?
Videcon has created a system that can detect when someone is wearing a mask when entering a premises. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Washington State emergency teams use SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet
Emergency teams in Washington State have been harnessing SpaceX’s Starlink internet technology to provide connectivity in areas devastated by wildfires. “Happy to have the support of @SpaceX’s Starlink internet as emergency responders look to help residents rebuild the town of … Read more…
A star exploded in a distant galaxy, and Hubble spotted it
NASA and the ESA have released a timelapse clip of images captured by the Hubble Space Telescope showing a supernova slowly dying far away. The supernova took roughly a year in Earth time to go from incredibly bright to dull … Read more…
Twitter trying new method of ending misinformation amid ongoing chaos
The President of the United States is in the hospital with COVID-19 — and no one can seem to agree on just how sick he really is. Sounds like the perfect job for Birdwatch. As Americans continue to grapple with … Read more…
E-scooters should be legalised says Transport Committee
But the Transport Committee also says riding on pavements is “dangerous” and should be prohibited. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
NASA’s new $23 million space toilet now accommodates women
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA’s first new space potty in decades — a $ 23 million titanium toilet better suited for women — is getting a not-so-dry run at the International Space Station before eventually flying to the moon. It’s … Read more…
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See The First Photos Of Chadwick Boseman In His Final Film
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Signs of life on Venus may have been found decades ago
NASA found the clues to life on Venus almost four decades ago but never realized it. A probe that was sent to Venus back in 1978 returned readings that showed the presence of what appears to be phosphine, which may … Read more…
Radish seeds, meats and cheeses launched to space station
A space station cargo ship is chasing after the International Space Station with a special food delivery ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Why the next presidential debate could totally be on Zoom
Back in May, candidates for office in U.S. Congressional District 14 held their first entirely virtual debate ahead of the June primaries in New York. The Zoom video conference platform was the “stage” for the four candidates, including incumbent Alexandria … Read more…
Airbnb blocks US Halloween bookings over party fears
The company wants to crack down on house parties after concerns of a second Covid wave. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Nintendo wins £1.5m in Switch hacking case
An online store accused of selling piracy tools must also hand over its website address to Nintendo. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Fall colors in Midwest spotted from space as autumn arrives
The changing leaves as autumn arrives were able to be seen in spectacular photos from space in portions of the Midwest. The Autumn Equinox came on Sept. 22, marking the first official day of fall. A period of chilly weather … Read more…
AT&T Makes a Commitment to Go Carbon Neutral by 2035
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President Trump confirms that he and his wife have coronavirus
President Trump late Thursday night shared the following coronavirus update via his official Twitter account – Trump confirmed that he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19. The news comes a month out from the presidential election, … Read more…
California milestone: 4 million acres burned in wildfires
California is poised to hit a fearsome milestone: 4 million acres burned this year by wildfires that have killed 30 people and incinerated hundreds of homes in what is already the worst fire season on record ABC News: Technology BEST … Read more…
Google’s ‘hold for me’ feature makes the digital assistant wait on your calls
It takes a certain type of person to wait patiently on hold, listening to the same repetitive messages and piped music for 45 minutes before speaking to an actual human. But most of us are not that type of person, … Read more…
Amazon Ring: Phantom smart doorbell chimes alarm owners
Amazon says issues with its Ring bell were caused by infrastructure delays and apologises to owners. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Ebay says it will remove all Proud Boys merch from website
Ebay said Thursday that it will take down all merchandise affiliated with the right-wing militia group Proud Boys. A Twitter account for the e-tail company said that listings for gear affiliated with the gang-like extremist group — including T-shirts and … Read more…
Smart plugs sold on Amazon a ‘fire risk’, Which? warns
People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter scraps foreign accounts for attempting to ‘disrupt’ debate conversation
Twitter on Wednesday said it had removed 130 foreign accounts that tried to “disrupt the public conversation” during the first 2020 presidential election debate. The social media giant trashed the accounts — which appeared to originate in Iran — “based … Read more…
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This is the moment from the debate everyone will be talking about tomorrow
The Trump vs Biden debate tonight, the first of the 2020 presidential election campaign, was dominated by one tense, firey exchange after another between both men. At one point, Biden got so upset by President Trump’s constant interruptions that he … Read more…
Amazon sees broad audience for its palm recognition tech
Amazon is introducing new palm recognition technology in a pair of Seattle stores and sees broader uses in places like stadiums and offices ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Broadband ‘so bad I work from my friend’s shed’
Customers of a service for rural areas say they have been unable to join video meetings. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon One: Palm scanner launched for ‘secure’ payments
The tech giant launches a palm scanner for secure payments and other biometric checks. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Who needs wheels? Hyundai developing ‘transformer-class’ walking car
Will car companies walk before they can fly? So-called “flying cars” may be all the buzz these days, but Hyundai has established a new team in Silicon Valley tasked with developing a production version of the futuristic Elevate walking vehicle … Read more…
TikTok bans ads for fasting apps and weight loss supplements
Generation Z’s favorite app, TikTok, is making moves to make sure its young fans stay healthy. In an announcement on Wednesday, TikTok rolled out a number of new policies, including one that bans advertisements for fasting apps and weight loss … Read more…
NHS Covid-19 app: How England and Wales’ contact-tracing service works
The app will tell you to self-isolate or be tested or warn of an elevated local risk level. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
GoodRx shares jump 40 percent in Nasdaq debut after $1.1 billion IPO
Shares of private equity-backed GoodRx Holdings surged 40 percent in their debut on the Nasdaq on Wednesday after the online prescription drug platform raised $ 1.14 billion in its initial public offering. The stock opened at $ 46, compared to … Read more…
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Someone asked Dr. Fauci about the CDC controversy, and he gave a great answer
An abrupt change made on Monday to the CDC guidelines around the coronavirus and the extent to which airborne transmission affects it caused a firestorm. White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci responded to some of the criticism around the … Read more…
Elon Musk announces first Tesla-made battery to get to $25,000 EV
Tesla’s Battery Day finally happened Tuesday, drive-in movie theater style, with attendees sitting in parked Tesla cars. They were in the Fremont car factory lot facing a stage to hear about the next advancement in battery technology powering Elon Musk’s … Read more…
Musk: Cheaper Tesla ready ‘in about three years’
Plans for lower-cost batteries and a $ 25,000 car did not excite investors – firm’s value fell $ 50bn. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: ‘Government must publish contact-tracing app data’
A health charity wants to know how well England and Wales’ contact-tracing app fared in tests. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Japanese factory unveils real-life colossal ‘Gundam’ anime robot
It stands 59 feet tall. Technology News & Reviews | New York Post SPECIAL DEALS UPDATE:
TikTok says coordinated attack behind suicide clip uploads
TikTok says video of a man apparently taking his own life that circulated on its platform appears to have been spread deliberately by a group working together ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
What to look for in a TV to go with your new PS5 or Xbox Series X
New Xbox and PlayStation consoles are almost here, which means you might need two things: To learn terms like “8K” and “120Hz,” and to eventually buy a new TV. If you refresh enough retailer websites, you might be able to … Read more…
Dark Overlord hacker pleads guilty
A UK citizen is sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to pay £1.1m to victims. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok deal under new threat as Trump insists on total US control
The US president says he will not approve the deal if Chinese company Bytedance remains involved. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter examining why photo previews focus on white faces
Twitter is examining why its artificial intelligence sometimes cuts black people’s faces out of photos. The social-media giant uses technology called a neural network to create the cropped previews of photos that users see as they scroll through their feeds. … Read more…
10 deals you don’t want to miss on Sunday: Best Purell sale of 2020, portable projector, NIOSH N95 masks, bed sheets, more
Of all the great daily deals out there on Sunday, there are 10 in particular that you really shouldn’t miss. Today’s roundup includes the biggest discount we’ve seen all year on 12-packs of Purell 16oz bottles plus 12-packs of Purell … Read more…
Twitter to investigate apparent racial bias in photo previews
The first look a Twitter user gets at a tweet might be an unintentionally racially biased one. Twitter said Sunday that it would investigate whether the neural network that selects which part of an image to show in a photo … Read more…
Friend challenges Facebook over Ronnie McNutt suicide video
Videos of army veteran Ronnie McNutt’s online suicide are still accessible on the internet. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The tech putting the beef into Australian cattle farming
Why Australia’s huge farms are increasingly relying on technology to monitor their livestock. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Elon Musk’s SpaceX satellites clutter the skies, frustrating astronomers
Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s hundreds of satellites cluttering up the galaxy. A plethora of massive internet satellites launched by eco-friendly billionaire Elon Musk are swirling overhead — and astronomers are trying mightily … Read more…
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Stephen Colbert Buries ‘Monstrous’ Trump With Dead-On Funeral Joke
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Apple to launch first online store in India next week
Apple says it will launch its first online store in India next week, as it seeks to increase sales in one of the world’s fastest-growing smartphone markets ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The LG Wing is a dual-screen wonder
Mashable tech reporter Brenda Stolyar gets her hands on the new LG swivel screen phone. Read more… More about Tech, Smartphone, Mashable Video, Lg, and Lg Wing Tech ENTERTAINMENT DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla wins case against Gigafactory whistleblower
Tesla has won its case against a whistleblower who was fired for hacking and transferring company data to a news publication. The electric automaker had filed a lawsuit against former Gigafactory employee Martin Tripp in 2018 after he got caught … Read more…
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Seth Meyers Reveals Hilarious Truth About Donald Trump’s Lies
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Australia to amend law making Facebook, Google pay for news
The author of proposed Australian laws that would make Facebook and Google pay for journalism says his draft legislation will be altered to allay some of the digital giants’ concerns, but would remain fundamentally unchanged ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL … Read more…
The future of VR is here with the Oculus Quest 2
We got our hands on the Oculus Quest 2 and it packs a punch. The headset is available for preorder now and will be officially released to retail on October 15th. Read more… More about Facebook, Mashable Video, Review, Oculus, … Read more…
Revenge porn ‘new normal’ after cases surge in lockdown
Cases of revenge porn have risen by a fifth this year, with lockdown to blame, say campaigners. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
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Public health experts are worried at the rising number of coronavirus cases in a little more than a half-dozen states at the moment, as experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci warn that the US is going to be in store for … Read more…
Apple’s new Fitness+ feature might make Peloton sweat
Apple has just announced Fitness+, a kind of Netflix for exercise videos that also monitors your personal metricsPeloton is probably sweating, and not in a good way. Revealed at today’s Apple event, Fitness+ lets you watch workouts on your iPhone, … Read more…
Facebook staffer sends ‘blood on my hands’ memo
Ex-data scientist writes internal memo outlining scale of problems facing social network. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
These are the Netflix shows everyone can’t get enough of right now
Hilary Swank stars in Away, which finds itself at the top of our list this week of the most-watched shows on Netflix. The show is about the incredible achievements associated with space exploration — as well as the human cost … Read more…
Next Google Nest thermostat might support motion gestures, just like the Pixel 4
Folks who like to use Google technology to regulate the temperature in their homes might have a strange new way to do that soon. Droid-Life spotted an FCC filing that appears to be for a new Nest Thermostat. There isn’t … Read more…
The man who owned 3,000 cameras
One of the largest camera collections in the world is hidden away in a village hall in Fife. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok sale deadline won’t be extended, says Trump
The race to find a buyer to avoid TikTok being banned in the US will end on 15 September. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA measures California wildfire temperatures from ISS
NASA has measured California wildfire temperatures using an instrument on the International Space Station. The space agency’s ECOsystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer Experiment on Space Station (ECOSTRESS) imaged the fires, including the El Dorado fire near Yucaipa and the Valley Fire … Read more…
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New PS5 leak doesn’t tell us what we want to know
Sony has yet to announce the price and release date of the PS5 or the PS5 Digital Edition, but a new leak on Friday revealed what will come in the box of each console. There weren’t really any surprises in … Read more…
Officials battle online misinformation along with wildfires
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No Mercy: SEC charges rapper T.I. over cryptocurrency scam
It would seem T.I. left a paper trail. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Friday announced charges against the 39-year-old rapper, real name Clifford Joseph Harris, for his alleged role in promoting a fraudulent initial coin offering. Harris, the … Read more…
‘Scammer cloned my business on Instagram’
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Government must safeguard ARM’s UK HQ, says Labour
Cambridge-based ARM’s current owner, Softbank, is in talks to sell the firm to US chip maker Nvidia. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Shares of Tesla rival Nikola crater after ‘fraud’ accusation
One of Tesla’s main rivals is planning to take legal action against an activist short-seller that accused it of being “an intricate fraud.” Shares of electric automaker Nikola — which like Tesla is named after the 19th-century inventor — were … Read more…
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Microsoft’s aggressive Xbox Series S pricing puts Sony at a disadvantage
Microsoft has announced that the Xbox Series S will launch on November 10th for $ 299. The Xbox Series S isn’t quite as powerful as the Xbox Series X and lacks a disc drive, but it will still be able … Read more…
Firefighters overtaken by flames in California mountains
More than a dozen firefighters were overrun by flames while trying to protect a fire station in rugged mountains near the central California coast ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook engineer quits, says company is ‘profiting off hate’
A Facebook engineer has published a scathing resignation letter accusing the company of “profiting off hate” and criticising it for “choosing to be on the wrong side of history.” “I’m quitting because I can no longer stomach contributing to an … Read more…
Android 11 system update from Google adds privacy controls
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Apple fires back in Fortnite App Store battle
The tech giant said its dispute with the firm behind the game was a “basic disagreement over money”. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Kurt the cloned horse was created using 40-year-old genetic material
An endangered type of horse has successfully been cloned by scientists. Kurt is a newborn Przewalski’s horse, a rare and endangered horse native. He was born this year on August 6 after experts used genetic material that had been cryopreserved … Read more…
COVID-19 vaccine latest flashpoint in White House campaign
A vaccine to shield Americans from becoming infected with the coronavirus is emerging as the latest flashpoint in the race for the White House ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Poco X3 NFC mocks your pricey flagship with quad camera, 120Hz display for $235
Xiaomi’s once sub-brand, now separate brand Poco made a name for itself by producing no-nonsense phones with all the right features for a very reasonable price. Now, Poco’s back with a new phone, a sort-of-midrange Poco X3 NFC (why the … Read more…
China takes aim at US ‘bullying’ of its tech firms
The Chinese government has clashed with America over tech security and protecting consumers’ data. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
V-shaped jet prototype that seats passengers in wings makes successful test flight
A scale model of a futuristic V-shaped plane that could one day carry passengers in its wings has completed its first test flight. The Dutch-built jet, called the Flying-V, houses the cargo hold, fuel tanks and passenger cabin in the … Read more…
Australia leader expects ‘sensible outcome’ to news pay plan
Australia’s prime minister says he expects a “sensible outcome” to his government’s plans to make digital platforms pay for journalism after Facebook threatened to block Australian publishers and individuals from sharing news stories ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Sorry gardeners, you can’t buy foreign seeds on Amazon anymore
Amazon has a new rule in place governing seed and plant imports for U.S. customers: Nope. The online retail giant confirmed in a Saturday report from the Wall Street Journal that U.S. customers are no longer allowed to import foreign … Read more…
The surprising secret hidden in a pregnancy test
Researchers take apart a digital pregnancy testing kit and find a standard paper strip inside. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Pentagon says Microsoft won $10B contract over Amazon fair and square
The Department of Defense on Friday reiterated its stance that Microsoft was the best recipient of its $ 10 billion cloud-computing contract, dealing a blow to Jeff Bezos’ industry leader Amazon. The Pentagon came to its conclusion following a four-month … Read more…
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Joanne Rogers, Mr. Rogers’ Widow, Has Some Not-So-Neighborly Words For Trump
Please don’t you be my neighbor. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
This solar system has three stars, and that’s not even the weirdest part
Astronomers have observed what they believe is a triple-star system in space surrounded by a chaotic disc of dust that could form planets. The stars orbit each other and the dust disc is shredded in different directions. The researchers believe … Read more…
Still too soon to try altering human embryo DNA, panel says
An international panel of medical experts says it’s still too soon to try to make genetically edited babies because the science isn’t advanced enough to ensure it can be done safely ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook reveals its impotence as Trump sows confusion about voting twice
In the friendly face-off between Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump, Zuckerberg just blinked. Again. On Thursday, mere hours after the Facebook CEO announced “additional steps” to “fight misinformation” ahead of the U.S. presidential election, Trump used the platform to spread … Read more…
Facebook to freeze political ads before US presidential election
Its chief Mark Zuckerberg says he is worried about “the risk of civil unrest across the country”. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Forgotten Twitter feature shows off the embarrassing topics you follow
Twitter tends to reveal a lot about people. The tweets they like, the accounts they follow, and their inane 280-character musings depict a sometimes not-so-complex picture of the platform’s users. And then there’s Topics. Unveiled in November of last year, … Read more…
Record number of online child abuse logged by police
More than 10,000 offences were logged, an increase of 16% from the previous year. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Indian Prime Minister Modi Twitter account hacked
The firm said tweets were sent from an account linked to the prime minister asking for donations. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Amount of time Americans spend staring at screens has skyrocketed during pandemic
More than half of Americans are suffering from “screen fatigue” due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. A new survey of 2,000 Americans found 53 percent of respondents are feeling burnt out on screens over the last few … Read more…
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Ed Sheeran And Wife Cherry Welcome Baby Girl And She Has An Amazing Name
The “Shape of You” singer said they are “completely in love with her.” Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Vorpal Utilizes AT&T’s Network for Real-Time Drone Traffic
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New coronavirus lockdowns might be needed in these 4 states
The latest coronavirus update for the US shows a worrying trend – COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, in a little more than half the country. The data shows that coronavirus cases are increasing at an alarming-enough rate in four … Read more…
Scale of New Zealand cyber attacks unprecedented: minister
New Zealand’s justice minister says the nation is confronting cyber attacks on an unprecedented scale, targeting everything from the stock market to the weather service ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Unboxing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
The Z Fold 2 5G will be available for pre-order starting September 2, but will officially go on sale for $ 1,999 starting September 18. Read more… More about Samsung, Smartphone, Mashable Video, Unboxing, and Galaxy Z Fold 2 Tech … Read more…
Facebook improving hate speech detection ahead of Myanmar election
Facebook said on Tuesday that it was preparing for Myanmar’s general election in November by improving the detection and removal of hate speech and content that incites violence and preventing the spread of misinformation. The company said in a blog … Read more…
AT&T Supports the Commemorative Commitment March
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A wobble, luck and preparations lessened Laura’s devastation
Hurricane Laura was a monster storm that wreaked a lot of damage ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon adds 1,800 electric delivery vans — this time from Mercedes
It’s not 100,000 electric delivery vans from new car company Rivian, but Amazon is adding nearly 2,000 new Mercedes vans to its fleet. Instead of diesel or gas-powered vans, however, every vehicle making Amazon deliveries from the German carmaker will … Read more…
Santander hit by online banking outage ahead of holiday weekend
The hitch comes ahead of the August bank holiday and the day millions receive their monthly salary. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The airline founder building Asia’s next super app
AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes is expanding into payments, music and shopping to help tackle the travel slump. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Amazon orders 1,800 Mercedes-Benz electric vans for European deliveries
Amazon.com Inc said on Friday it had ordered 1,800 electric vans from Mercedes-Benz for its European delivery fleet, as part of the online retailer’s plans to run a carbon neutral business by 2040. A majority of the electric vehicles from … Read more…
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Amber Riley Honors Naya Rivera In Powerful ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Tribute
The “Glee” actor and singer embodied a 1960s Motown look as she performed her new single, “A Moment,” dedicated to the memory of her late co-star. Entertainment – Latest News, Photos And Videos BEST DEAL UPDATE:
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Here’s what’s crushing it on Netflix right now
Among the most-watched shows on Netflix for the week of August 20-26 is a new documentary series exploring the golden age of the video game industry through an affectionate, nostalgic lens. That Netflix series is called High Score, and the … Read more…
What does Walmart see in TikTok? Millions of young shoppers
Walmart may be the world’s largest retailer but it has mostly failed in its efforts to break Amazon’s online dominance ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon’s Halo tracks your body fat and how happy you sound
Amazon knows your shopping secrets. Now it wants to collect data on your body fat and emotional state. The company announced the launch of a new fitness band and companion app Thursday that it’s calling Amazon Halo. Like competitors Apple … Read more…
Mini robo-surgeon performs mock surgery and other news
BBC Click’s Omar Mehtab looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Cloud gaming: Are game streaming services bad for the planet?
Remote streaming services may be the future but could cause a sharp rise in emissions, a study shows. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
TikTok influencers fear taking ‘big hit’ amid Trump app ban
In a luxury mansion in the Hollywood Hills, young TikTok influencers bounced around on a bright sunny morning this week trying out new ideas for zany short-form videos that they hope will go viral. They’re also feeling concerned about their … Read more…
Jakob van Zyl, key Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer, dies
Jakob van Zyl, an engineer who held crucial positions at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and was involved in numerous space exploration missions over decades, has died ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Samsung UK lists, then pulls, Galaxy Z Fold2 for £1,799 ahead of official launch
We hope you’re saving up. Days ahead of the official Sept. 1 launch date for the Galaxy Z Fold2, Samsung confirmed the UK preorder price of the phone is a cool £1,799. It appears the company got ahead of itself, … Read more…
Apple Fortnite players left behind in new update
The new season of Epic’s popular game does not – and will not – appear on any Apple devices. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Elon Musk to show off working brain-hacking device
Neuralink is working on ways to connect the human brain to machines. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Terminally scientist cries over new robot voice ahead of ‘cyborg surgery’
Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan, a terminally ill scientist, cried as he heard his future robotic voice for the first time. The genius is on a mission to become the world’s first cyborg in a bid to combat his muscle wasting disease. … Read more…
TikTok CEO resigns amid US pressure to sell video app
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer has resigned amid U.S. pressure for its Chinese owner to sell the popular video app, which the White House says is a security risk ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
New Zealand stock exchange halted by cyber-attack
Relatively simple DDoS attacks knocked trading offline on Tuesday and Wednesday, NZX says. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
US election 2020: Twitter suspends accounts sharing poll message
They are behind a viral meme posing as a Black Lives Matter protester who now backs Donald Trump. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Jeanette Epps set to become first Black female astronaut on ISS in 2021
NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps will make history next year when she becomes the first Black female astronaut to be a crew member of the International Space Station, the space agency announced on Tuesday. Epps, who has a doctorate in aerospace … Read more…
iPhone 12 Pro Max leak appears to confirm rumored features including 120hz display, LiDAR auto-focus
Some rumored features of the upcoming iPhone 12 Pro Max have now been all but confirmed, thanks to Front Page Tech host and reliable leaker Jon Prosser — including a 120hz display refresh rate and LiDAR. To be clear, the … Read more…
Facebook blocks Thai access to group critical of monarchy
The social media giant says it’s preparing legal action after being ordered to block access in Thailand. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Chinese phones with built-in malware sold in Africa
The malicious code could sign owners up to subscription services without permission. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Comet NEOWISE survived the sun intact, newly released image shows
A newly released image of the comet NEOWISE shows it survived its encounter with the sun intact. The image, taken by the Hubble Space Telescope on Aug. 8, shows the dust and gas coming out of the comet as it … Read more…
‘Extinct’ animal makes a comeback in not one, but two countries
Researchers have spotted specimens of an incredibly rare species of elephant shrew for the first time in over half a century. The creatures were on the “lost species” list and nobody knew if they were extinct or not. The tiny … Read more…
Kashmir group calls India’s internet ban ‘digital apartheid’
A rights group in Indian-administered Kashmir says India’s communications blackout following the scrapping of the disputed region’s semiautonomy last year is a collective punishment and digital apartheid ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Student avatars collect diplomas in VR graduation ceremony
As the coronavirus pandemic put the kibosh on in-person graduation ceremonies, the faculty and graduating students at one of the top technical universities in India still found a way to earn (and showcase) their technical stripes. On Sunday, the Indian … Read more…
Trump’s postal-vote tweet misleading, says Twitter
The platform flagged the president’s tweet and said it could “dissuade voters”. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Creepy men’ message women on Scrabble Go app
Men, believed to be romance scammers, are approaching women via the chat function of the game. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Nose-swabbing COVID-19 robot offers terrifying vision of the future
These are snot the droids you are looking for. A Taiwanese medtech startup has unveiled a robot that can perform nasal-swab coronavirus tests autonomously. Brain Navi says its Nasal Swab Robot could help prevent cross-infections and free up healthcare staff … Read more…
Robo-chameleon tongue’s high speed grab and other news
BBC Click’s Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Airbnb bans all house parties worldwide
The home-sharing firm threatens legal action against guests or hosts who violate the ban. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Health misinformation on Facebook viewed nearly 3.8B times in last year
Health misinformation spread by networks on Facebook has been viewed 3.8 billion times over the past year, a new study reported Wednesday. According to the nonprofit advocacy group Avaaz, the peak of the misinformation hit in April as the coronavirus … Read more…
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Watch Mars 2020 speed its way toward the Red Planet
NASA’s Eyes on the Solar System web tool lets you track the progress of the Mars 2020 mission as it speeds towards the Red Planet. The tool also provides you with the opportunity to track other planets, moons, and space … Read more…
Oh god, Hulu deepfaked Damian Lillard into its own TV commercial
If you watch basketball, Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers has been everywhere on your TV during the last few weeks — just not in the Hulu commercial that he “stars in.” Protocol spoke to Hulu about the production … Read more…
A-levels: Ofqual’s ‘cheating’ algorithm under review
Those implementing it “did not understand what the maths they had typed in meant”, one expert says. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Call of Duty: The twins who ‘stole’ grandad’s internet now playing for millions
Bradley and Matthew Marshall, (AKA Skrapz and Wuskin) on the Call of Duty World Championships. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA working to isolate space station air leak
NASA is working to isolate a small air leak in the US segment of the International Space Station. Astronaut Chris Cassidy will join cosmonauts Ivan Vagner and Anatoly Ivanishin in the Russian Zvezda service module from Friday night into Monday … Read more…
Someone is registering election look-alike websites, FBI officials warn
Someone is weaponizing your typos. With the U.S. presidential election fast approaching, people across the country are going online to get instructions for voting by mail, the location of their polling place, and other vital Election Day information that will … Read more…
Driving test website crashes as bookings resume in England and Wales
The website for tests in England and Wales crashes on the morning of relaunching following the lockdown. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Ofcom broadband compensation scheme in record payout
Providers who joined a compensation scheme paid £20.7m in the last six months of 2019 says Ofcom. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Facebook reportedly eyes shutting off political ads after US election
Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg and other company executives have been discussing a “kill switch” to shut off political advertising after the election is over to curb misinformation, the New York Times reported Friday, citing unnamed sources. Facebook is looking … Read more…
An ex-Uber exec might actually go to jail (but not for screwing over drivers)
For ex-Uber exec Joe Sullivan, the cover-up wasn’t worse than the crime. It was the crime. Or, at least so alleges the U.S. government in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. Sullivan, who from 2015 … Read more…
News publishers fight tech giants for better deals
Apple and Google face pressure from news providers who want a greater share of revenue for their content. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Alibaba tells Trump we ‘support American brands’
The comments from the online retail giant’s boss come as the firm saw sales jump in the wake of the pandemic. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
TikTok removes 380K videos in US for violating hate speech policy
TikTok has removed more than 380,000 videos in the US for violating its hate speech policy so far this year, the short-form video app said Thursday. The app, owned by China’s ByteDance, also said it banned more than 1,300 accounts … Read more…
Airbnb puts stock market float back on the table
The online booking firm had plans to publicly list before the coronavirus struck earlier this year. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Mukbang: Why is China clamping down on eating influencers?
The Chinese government is waging war on the eating influencers. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Teacher’s homemade COVID news tracker goes viral
A Kansas school teacher’s passion project has become a national database, cataloging coronavirus-related events including school closings, cases and deaths. Alisha Morris was overwhelmed by the information she found online when she attempted to get some answers about how other … Read more…
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This study might make you hope for a female head of state during the next pandemic
Following the latest coronavirus update from one day to the next throughout the pandemic, some of you may have already reached this conclusion — countries led by women seem to have done a better job, overall, at handling the coronavirus … Read more…
Indigenous activists clash with UN over proposed park
Indigenous peoples are fighting the United Nations and others who propose a 3.5 million-acre conservation project in wildlife-rich forests of southern Myanmar ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Fortnite: Epic files new injunction against Apple
Fortnite-maker Epic Games now says it faces a total ban from Apple. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump gives nod to Oracle buyout of TikTok in US
Oracle’s chairman Larry Ellison is a supporter of the US president and held a fundraiser for him this year. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA passes ‘big milestone’ on way to Mars
NASA surpassed a “big milestone” on its latest mission to Mars, as the space agency was successfully able to power up the helicopter attached to the Perseverance rover, known as Ingenuity. The six lithium-ion batteries that power Ingenuity were powered … Read more…
The algorithms that make big decisions about your life
From insurance and healthcare to social media and policing, algorithms are used all around us. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
This is when and how the universe is expected to end
It’s not expected to happen anytime soon, but one scientist has calculated when the universe will end. The research, published in the journal Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, notes that sometime over the “next few trillion years,” when … Read more…
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Scientists might have figured out why Betelgeuse keeps dimming
Astronomers using observations from the Hubble Space Telescope have come up with a new theory as to why the star Betelgeuse is dimming. The researchers believe they see evidence of a massive cloud of dust and gas that was expelled … Read more…
US allows killing sea lions eating at-risk Northwest salmon
The sea lions have posed a long-running conundrum for wildlife officials. ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon Alexa security bug allowed access to voice history
Security researchers said they could access conversation history and personal information. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Just Eat to stop using gig economy workers
Boss Jitse Groen says he would rather have staff who get benefits and more workplace protection. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Trump orders ByteDance to sell off US TikTok assets
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Friday gave the Chinese company ByteDance 90 days to divest itself of any assets used to support the popular TikTok app in the United States. Trump’s executive order said there is “credible evidence that … Read more…
US West faces reckoning over water but avoids cuts for now
Projections for water levels in two massive lakes in the U.S. West are expected to remain high enough to avert severe cuts in states that rely on the Colorado River ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
ZX Spectrum Next Issue 2 blasts through Kickstarter goal
A new remake of the classic computer raises nearly £900,000 in just two days. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: England’s contact tracing app trial gets under way
It will serve self-isolation alerts based on logs of who the user was recently in close contact with. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
This is when Earth won’t be able to sustain its digital data
Digital content is on track to equal half of Earth’s mass by 2245, according to new research. The research by Dr. Melvin Vopson, a senior lecturer at the U.K.’s University of Portsmouth, highlights the physics of information creation and the … Read more…
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The evidence can’t be any clearer that face masks work against coronavirus
Despite viral moments and confrontations around the country over the rules around coronavirus face masks, evidence continues to mount that a face mask is a robust tool for curbing the spread of COVID-19. The state of Kansas offers a good … Read more…
Companies test antibody drugs to treat, prevent COVID-19
With a coronavirus vaccine still months off, companies are rushing to test what may be the next best thing: antibody drugs that fight the virus right away, without having to train the immune system to do the job ABC News: … Read more…
Facebook’s new policy bans blackface and some Jewish stereotypes
Facebook is broadening its definition of hate speech. On Tuesday, Facebook released its latest Community Standards Enforcement Report, which breaks down the content it took down for violating its policies between April and June 2020 Along with details about the … Read more…
Online political campaigning ‘to be more transparent’
A “digital imprint” will make web content as accountable as leaflets and posters, ministers say. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook says pandemic hurt enforcement on suicide, child nudity
OAKLAND, Calif. — Looks like the machines aren’t ready to take over just yet. The COVID-19 pandemic affected Facebook’s ability to remove harmful and forbidden material from its platforms, the company said Tuesday. Sending its content moderators to work from … Read more…
I will never travel internationally again if this new Trump plan is approved
President Trump is considering a new proposal as part of his ongoing push to implement tighter immigration rules — this time one aimed at Americans because of the coronavirus pandemic. The idea would be to allow border officials the ability … Read more…
Facebook internal investigation finds millions of members in QAnon groups
Facebook officially has a QAnon problem. An internal investigation carried out by the social networking giant found that Facebook groups related to the far-right conspiracy theory QAnon are racking up millions of members on the platform. According to documents provided … Read more…
Downfall: BP worker sacked after Hitler meme wins payout
Scott Tracey used the scene from Downfall to portray scenes from company wage negotiations. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Toshiba shuts the lid on laptops after 35 years
Toshiba has sold its remaining shares in its former personal computing division. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
MTA wants Apple to update FaceID so riders don’t have to unmask
The MTA is urging Apple to update its facial-recognition technology so riders don’t have to take their masks off to unlock their phones. In a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook, MTA Chairman Patrick Foye asked that the tech giant … Read more…
Leaked Xbox controller spoils Microsoft’s Xbox Series S announcement
Microsoft has yet to announce the Xbox Series S, but a leaked controller features the name of the console on the packaging, spoiling the surprise ahead of the announcement. Rumors of a cheaper, less powerful next-gen Xbox have been spreading … Read more…
Indonesia’s Sinabung volcano ejects towering column of ash
Indonesia’s rumbling Mount Sinabung has erupted with a column of ash. ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon looks to turn malls into fulfillment centers, report says
Amazon might have a use for your crumbling neighborhood mall, even if you don’t. According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, the ecommerce giant is currently in talks to turn scores of rapidly emptying JCPenney and Sears mall … Read more…
Coronavirus: England’s contact-tracing app readies for launch
The app will use QR barcode scans as well as Bluetooth handshakes to determine if users are at risk. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Social media trolling affects almost a third of elite British sportswomen, BBC Sport survey finds
Elite British sportswomen speak out about “horrific abuse” on social media, telling a BBC Sport survey about constant comments they receive. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA to remove offensive names from planets and other heavenly bodies
Political correctness has now expanded to space, where NASA says planets, galaxies and other heavenly bodies will no longer be referred to by “offensive” nicknames. In a press release Thursday, the space agency said that all planets and heavenly bodies … Read more…
I have happily wasted so much time just hitting refresh on this incredible website
One couple from Singapore, fed up with their coronavirus quarantine a few months ago, decided to get creative and launch a website that satisfies the wanderlust in us all since most of us can’t travel right now. The result was … Read more…
11 electric SUVs coming for the Tesla Model Y
Tesla’s Model Y is currently the hot electric compact SUV. But Ford, Nissan, Mercedes, and other automotive giants are coming for the crossover crown. The latest challenger: Cadillac’s first electric vehicle, the Lyriq. The Tesla Model Y is unveiled at … Read more…
Fifa 21: ‘Toxic behaviour’ cut from goal celebrations
Players will no longer be able to use the “shushing” goal celebration to gloat and stall games. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Cosplay and Covid: Video gamers defy the virus
Video game meet-up ChinaJoy was one of the first big shows staged in China since the pandemic began. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk’s plans to colonize space are even crazier than we thought
Bezos and Musk want to colonize the cosmos — but a new book says they’re living in a dream world. Technology News & Reviews | New York Post SPECIAL DEALS UPDATE:
A supply issue won’t prevent Apple from shipping the iPhone 12 in October
Apple’s iPhone 12 release was pushed back a few weeks on account of the coronavirus. As a result, the new launch window for the iPhone 12 will likely be sometime in October. Apple’s higher-end iPhone 12 models may not arrive … Read more…
Facebook just banned one of its biggest QAnon groups
Hundreds of thousands of advocates of the QAnon conspiracy theory are going to have to find a new online hangout. The second largest QAnon group on Facebook has been banned from the platform, the social network announced Thursday. The group, … Read more…
Facebook removes QAnon conspiracy group with 200,000 members
Facebook has joined Twitter and TikTok in taking action against QAnon conspiracy-theory content. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
What is Tencent?
The Chinese firm’s investments include Fortnite, Tesla and Universal Music – but it’s under fire in the US. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Japan’s space agency captures huge ‘poisonous’ tsunami racing across Venus at 200 mph
A gigantic wave of toxic gas has been spotted surging across Venus in an event never seen before in the Solar System. The planet-wide cloud is traveling at 200 mph through the Venus’ upper atmosphere and had been hiding in … Read more…
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Photo of iPhone 12 OLED display leaks online
A new photo posted on Twitter purports to show an OLED display from Apple’s forthcoming iPhone 12. The photo suggests the notch on the iPhone 12 may not be smaller, despite previous rumors to the contrary. Apple will likely unveil … Read more…
UN reports sharp increase in cybercrime during pandemic
The U.N. counterterrorism chief says a 350% increase in phishing websites was reported in the first quarter of the year ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump issues sweeping executive orders against TikTok and WeChat
In another escalation of the White House’s vendetta against popular video sharing app TikTok, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order against its parent company ByteDance. This means that, starting 45 days from today, everyone in the U.S. will … Read more…
Facebook founder sees wealth hit $100bn after TikTok rival launch
The social media giant’s shares rose on Thursday after the launch of its new TikTok rival Instagram Reels. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Is the US about the split the internet?
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he wants a “clean” internet free of “untrusted” Chinese apps. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Senate bans federal employees from using TikTok on government devices
The US Senate on Thursday unanimously approved a bill banning federal employees from using the social media app TikTok on government-issued devices. Authorities have raised security concerns about the video-sharing platform because it’s owned by the Chinese-based company ByteDance. The … Read more…
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Here are Netflix’s top 10 most popular movies and TV shows for all of July 2020
Now that August has arrived, we can look back to determine the most popular movies and TV shows on Netflix for the full month of July 2020. There are a few surprises and a few question marks on the list, … Read more…
Pixel 4a is the only phone Google is selling right now
Google’s Pixel 4a is the only phone available in the U.S. Google Store right now. This is due to the fact that the Pixel 3a, the Pixel 4 and the Pixel 4 XL are all listed as “out of stock.” … Read more…
Facebook and Twitter restrict Trump accounts over ‘harmful’ virus claim
The social networks say a post of a TV interview Mr Trump gave contained Covid-19 “misinformation”. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok: Trump administration plans Chinese tech crackdown
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wants a “clean network” free of “untrusted” apps like TikTok and WeChat. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Russia plans to remove radioactive subs, reactors from its Arctic sea floor
Russian state atomic energy corporation Rosatom is planning to remove the most dangerous radioactive items from the country’s Arctic seafloor, according to a media report. State news agency TASS reports that the six most radioactive items will be removed from … Read more…
Feared dead, man emerges from woods five years after going missing
A man in England is very much alive after spending five years in the woods while police searched for his body and killer. The man was hiding out of fear of exploitation, police now say, and they are investigating. Five … Read more…
Engineer who took Google’s self-driving secrets to Uber sentenced to 18 months
Former Uber engineer Anthony Levandowski has been sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to stealing trade secrets from Waymo, Google’s self-driving car division. He’s also agreed to pay over $ 756,000 to the company, plus a fine of … Read more…
Google-Fitbit takeover: EU launches full-scale probe
The European Commission’s move has the potential to derail the $ 2.1bn takeover. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Anthony Levandowski: Ex-Google engineer sentenced for theft
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NSA urges military personnel to turn off cellphone location data
The National Security Agency is urging US military and intelligence personnel to turn off location-sharing services on their cellphones to prevent security breaches. The secretive intelligence agency warned in a bulletin Tuesday that the common app feature can pose a … Read more…
Twitter may have to pay hundreds of millions in fines for privacy screw-up
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TikTok: What TikTokers make of Trump’s ban threat
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Call for TikTok security check before HQ decision
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Mystery radio signal sent to Earth from ‘closest ever point’ within Milky Way
Scientists have traced mysterious radio signals detected on Earth to a dead star within our Milky Way galaxy. The millisecond-long burst of radiation was emitted by a magnestar – a type of star with an extremely powerful magnetic field – … Read more…
Here’s a taste of what you’ll experience the next time you’re at the dentist
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SpaceX capsule and NASA crew make 1st splashdown in 45 years
Two NASA astronauts have returned to Earth in a dramatic, retro-style splashdown carried out by Elon Musk’s SpaceX company ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Microsoft confirms it’s in talks to buy TikTok, and Trump is involved
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TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days
The US state secretary says Chinese-owned software poses a “broad array” of security risks. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Ban ads for polluting large cars, report says
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Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed ‘knock-off’ Apple products on Instagram
They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple’s intellectual property rights. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: Scotland developing its own contact-tracing app
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Wiley apology for tweets ‘that looked anti-Semitic’ after Twitter ban
The grime artist apologises for “generalising” about Jewish people after he’s banned from social media. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
This is how the Mars Perseverance rover will get to the Red Planet
After it was delayed three times to iron out issues, NASA’s Perseverance rover is slated on July 30 to head to Mars, where it will perform a number of tasks, including looking for fossilized evidence of extraterrestrial life. The $ … Read more…
Virgin Galactic shows off passenger spaceship cabin interior
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Booze delivery app Drizly hit by massive data breach affecting 2.5 million accounts
Alcohol delivery app Drizly has been hit with a huge data breach, revealing customers’ email addresses, birthdays, encrypted passwords, and even delivery addresses. You’d hope hackers would at least have the decency to leave our liquor alone amidst this incredibly … Read more…
National Trust joins victims of Blackbaud hack
The charity says a database containing details of its volunteers and fundraisers has been affected. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tech giants Facebook, Google, Apple and Amazon to face Congress
The bosses of Facebook, Google, Apple and Amazon are set to be grilled by Congress. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA is building balloon big as a football stadium
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These 4 new documentaries need to be on your watch list
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U.S. agency: Pandemic masks thwarting face recognition tech
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Face masks often aren’t enough to defeat facial recognition, study finds
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Garmin begins recovery from ransomware attack
The fitness-tracking gadget-maker has confirmed that it was the victim of a cyber-attack. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Wiley: Anti-Semitism row prompts 48-hour Twitter boycott
UK prime minister’s spokesman says the social network “needs to do better than this”. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Scientists have created a facial recognition software for birds
Facial recognition style artificial intelligence has been created…for birds. It can tell individuals apart – which humans find impossible. The machine learning tool is up to 92 percent accurate – and will boost conservation efforts. It may also make monitoring … Read more…
Get ready for another $1,200 stimulus check in August
Trump administration officials offered a major stimulus check update over the weekend, promising among other things to unveil a new coronavirus relief bill on Monday that includes funding for a new round of $ 1,200 stimulus checks. Treasury Secretary Steve … Read more…
Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows
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Heathrow Airport brings in robots to fight coronavirus
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Blackbaud hack: More UK universities confirm breach
More than 20 universities and charities confirm they lost data in the ransomware hack. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Garmin smartwatch users cannot get hands on data
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Amazon, Google and Wish finally remove Neo-Nazi products from sites
While all three companies proclaimed racist products were prohibited on their platforms, the BBC easily found white-supremacist flags, neo-Nazi books and Ku Klux Klan merchandise being offered on the sites. Technology News & Reviews | New York Post SPECIAL DEALS … Read more…
TikTok decides it’s had enough of QAnon (sort of)
When a deranged conspiracy theory with potential for real-world harm rears its head on your viral-video platform, it’s time to take action. Or if you’re TikTok, sorta kinda take a baby step towards curbing its influence. Late Friday TikTok confirmed … Read more…
Blackbaud Hack: Aberystwyth university’s data attacked in global hack
Aberystwyth University has told students that “no bank account or credit card details were taken” BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
QAnon: TikTok blocks QAnon conspiracy theory hashtags
TikTok has blocked hashtags relating to QAnon conspiracy theory, but videos about it remain on the site. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Over 1,000 Twitter employees had access to hacked accounts
More than a thousand Twitter employees had access to the tools that allowed hackers to gain access to the accounts of Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Elon Musk and others during a massive security breach last week. Technology News & Reviews … Read more…
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This blood test can detect cancer years before symptoms appear
Diagnosing cancer years before the onset of symptoms might soon be possible, a new study indicates. A massive research project that started in 2007 is already showing promising results, as scientists can detect stomach, esophageal, colorectal, lung, and liver cancer … Read more…
Instacart insists it’s probably your fault if your account got hacked
Instacart wants you to know that it takes the security of its customers’ data very seriously. With that in mind, the grocery-delivery dispatcher announced Thursday that if your account data is among the scores reportedly being sold on the dark … Read more…
Most Americans accept they’ll probably only attend virtual parties for the rest of 2020
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This is the first-ever image of an alien multi-planet system
Researchers at the European Southern Observatory have captured the first-ever images of a planetary system with multiple exoplanets. The system revolves around a star that is a lot like our sun, only younger. Observing these alien systems will teach scientists … Read more…
Twitter hackers slid into more DMs than previously known
Whoever hacked Twitter walked away with a lot more than just bitcoin. The San Francisco-based social media giant has continued to release additional details of the July 15 hack that saw verified accounts compromised and used to push a classic … Read more…
Premier League club almost lost £1m to hackers
A Premier League club was close to losing £1 million during a transfer deal due to cyber hackers. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
China’s Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth
The Asian country’s first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter says hackers accessed direct messages of some accounts in bitcoin scam
The Twitter hackers who took over prominent accounts in an apparent bitcoin scam last week gained access to the direct messages of 36 of the 130 users targeted in the attack, the company said Wednesday. The hackers pried control from … Read more…
Don’t expect a new stimulus bill until August at the soonest
Republicans control the Senate, and top leaders in the party began the process this week of working out what should be included in a new stimulus bill, with input from the White House. The problem is that there are entrenched … Read more…
Twitter says it’s cracking down on QAnon conspiracy theory
Twitter said it would crack down on accounts and content related to QAnon, the far-right U.S. conspiracy theory popular among supporters of President Donald Trump ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
QAnon content is no longer welcome on Twitter. Cue the conspiracy theories.
Twitter announced on Tuesday that accounts and content linked with or promoting the QAnon conspiracy theory would be blocked or otherwise limited, with over 7,000 accounts already removed from the platform. QAnon is a far-right conspiracy theory turned online community … Read more…
US report accuses China of ‘digital authoritarianism’
It says the US is on the brink of a precipice where it could lose control of the digital sphere. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory
The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to “offline harm”. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Twitter cracking down on thousands of QAnon conspiracy theory accounts
Twitter on Tuesday said it was cracking down on accounts linked to QAnon, a group known for spreading conspiracy theories online. “We’ve been clear that we will take strong enforcement action on behavior that has the potential to lead to … Read more…
People have been sharing these gut-wrenching coronavirus photos on Twitter
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Rich Americans spew more carbon pollution at home than poor
A comprehensive study of American homes finds that on average rich people produce nearly 25% more heat-trapping gases than poorer residents ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Anti-mask Facebook group suspended for spreading coronavirus misinformation
Facebook is, by and large, a wretched hive of misinformation and villainy. Fortunately, it’s just a tiny bit less scummy now, with the site having suspended one of its largest anti-mask groups. The Verge reports that Facebook group Unmasking America! … Read more…
Customised 3D printed masks: A more comfortable fit?
A research project is looking at how to make bespoke masks which could benefit health workers. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash
Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app? BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
His account might hold the secret to the massive Twitter hack. He died two years ago.
It’s been more than 48 hours since Twitter was targeted in the largest hack of the company’s 14-year history. Yet, little is still known about how a hacker or group of hackers gained access to the accounts of former President … Read more…
Beetle-mounted camera streams insect adventures
Researchers have developed a tiny lightweight video camera that can be carried by a beetle. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Teens ride hired Tees Valley e-scooters on A19
A government pilot of hired e-scooters is being trialled across the Tees Valley area. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Hotels may add anti-viral mattresses after COVID-19 pandemic
Thanks to science, you can still sleep easy in hotel rooms. In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the hotel industry has had to make a significant number of changes. Many of these changes include increased cleaning protocols for rooms … Read more…
These are the new emoji coming to iOS 14 and Android 11
iOS 14 and Android 11 will bring over brand new emoji this fall, and some of them will be available in the beta releases that precede the rollout of the final software versions. Apple previewed 13 emoji to celebrate World … Read more…
China moves rocket into place for nation’s 1st Mars mission
China has moved a rocket into position to launch a rover to Mars in one of three upcoming missions to the red planet ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
How to file for a piece of that $117.5 million Yahoo data-breach settlement
Hey, would you look at that? Yahoo accounts finally have some value — but only if you act quickly. The deadline is fast approaching to file a claim for a piece of the $ 117,500,000 settlement following multiple hacks of … Read more…
UK sees spike in IT job advertisements as lockdown eases
Despite rising unemployment numbers, some sectors are still seeing a demand for new workers. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: TikTok deletes 29,000 rule-breaking videos
But the short-video app says it has seen “low levels” of coronavirus misinformation this year. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Gov. Cuomo orders full investigation into massive Twitter hack
New York is launching a “full investigation” into the massive Twitter hack that targeted big names including Elon Musk, Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday. The probe will be run through the state’s Department of Financial … Read more…
China firm uses workers to ‘pre-test’ vaccine in global race
A state-owned Chinese company is boasting that its employees received doses of an experimental COVID-19 vaccine even before the government approved testing in people ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter releases statement about crypto scam hack, keeps affected users locked out
Twitter has released an official statement on the hack that saw some of the biggest accounts on the platform pushing a bitcoin scam. On Wednesday, verified accounts including Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Kim Kardashian, and Kanye … Read more…
Companies hope to avoid ‘catastrophic’ EU data-transfer ruling
A Facebook privacy case in Europe’s top court could have major implications for companies worldwide. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Gadget-makers face ban on easy-to-guess passwords
UK government also proposes manufacturers inform buyers how long security updates will be provided for. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA reveals what the Mars Helicopter is really going to do
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover is obviously the star of the Mars 2020 mission. The rover is designed to be the most capable piece of hardware ever sent to the Red Planet and it will have the ability to sample the … Read more…
Nissan rolls out new electric crossover, aims to boost image
Nissan is rolling out an electric crossover vehicle, the Japanese automaker’s first major all-new model since getting embroiled in the scandal surrounding its former chairman, Carlos Ghosn ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Nissan Ariya is just like its concept EV, only now it’s a real Tesla Model Y competitor
The Nissan Ariya made a splash last year at the Tokyo Motor Show as a concept electric SUV with a sleek interior and an advanced driving system built in. Now the car is a real thing coming to the U.S. … Read more…
Could US or UK ban TikTok?
With the short-video app already banned in India, Sophia Smith Galer looks at whether the UK or the US could be next. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Huawei: What does the ban mean for you?
Restrictions on use of Huawei’s kit are set to slow down the rollout of 5G and perhaps broadband too. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Gigantic ‘superflare’ spotted on nearby star
Researchers at Kyoto University and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan detected 12 stellar flares on AD Leonis, a red dwarf 16 light-years away. A light-year, which measures distance in space, equals about 6 trillion miles. Red dwarf stars are … Read more…
Google, Facebook, other big tech companies back lawsuit against ICE
Tech companies including Google, Facebook and others just lent their legal might to a lawsuit against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). On July 9, Harvard and M.I.Tfiled a legal complaint against ICE and the Department of Homeland Security challenging … Read more…
Ubisoft: Sexual misconduct probe sees three senior heads resign
Three more top executives at game-maker Ubisoft step down as the company investigates allegations. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
UK’s first e-scooter trial starts in Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough is the first place to allow e-scooters in a bid to ease pressure on public transport. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NEC’s new facial recognition system can spot workers with masks on
Japanese electronics giant NEC Corp. has rolled out technology at its Tokyo headquarters that can recognize employees’ faces even when they’re wearing masks. NEC is reportedly using the advanced facial recognition system in an experiment it started Monday that aims … Read more…
Amazon says directive for employees to delete TikTok was a mistake
Amazon employees who on Friday morning were told to delete TikTok from their phones received the directive by mistake, the company told The Post. The e-commerce juggernaut’s IT department had sent out an email to workers saying that “if you … Read more…
Lasers could replace sailors in peeling old paint off ships
Who among the Navy’s best and brightest hasn’t at some point earlier in their enlisted career been forced to scrape rusting, dilapidated paint from the various corners of the service’s ageing fleet of vessels? Hardly anyone, perhaps, until now. The … Read more…
iPhone users can now get a first look at the biggest changes coming to their phones this fall
Apple’s iOS 14 public beta enables users who want to see what changes Apple has made this year and access new features, such as a redesigned home screen with automatically updating widgets, automatically organizing apps, and a new Siri interface. … Read more…
Google’s chief compliance officer Andy Hinton left in March, advising start-up for reporting workplace issues
Andy Hinton left Google in late March and is becoming an advisor to a start-up called #NotMe, which allows employees to make anonymous complaints about workplace issues, including the types of complaints Google has faced in recent years. Tech BEST … Read more…
Google reveals first official image of new, portable Nest smart speaker after photo leak
Here’s our first official look at Google’s new Nest smart speaker. As first spotted by Android Police, leaked images of the unit show it’s about 22cm (8.66in) tall and the fabric covering extends around most of its area. It’s slimmer … Read more…
ISS astronaut captures mind-blowing video of Comet Neowise soaring past Earth
A huge comet fizzing past Earth has been captured in dramatic footage recorded from the International Space Station. Posted to social media on Tuesday, the timelapse video shows the icy object Neowise trailed by its dazzling white tail. Viewers may … Read more…
Why coronavirus contact-tracing apps aren’t yet the ‘game changer’ authorities hoped they’d be
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Tech workers are opening their wallets to beat Trump even with stock prices soaring and profits near records
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LinkedIn says its extra intense clipboard snooping in iOS is a bug
LinkedIn’s iOS app has taken the ongoing issue of snooping at users’ clipboards to whole, new level. The company has already said it’s a mistake that will be fixed. The issue of iOS apps monitoring copy-paste data has been a … Read more…
Dad horrified at £4,642 gaming app bill
A father who paid £4.99 for his daughter to use a smartphone app was shocked to find a £4,642 bill. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Can a BBC reporter make better pizza than a machine?
Picnic’s machine is able to put together 300 pizzas an hour, but can a human make something tastier? BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Scientists in Kenya working to develop environmentally friendly way to get rid of locusts
NAIROBI, – Eat them, poison them, and use scent to drive them to cannibalism – as a second wave of locusts threatens to devour East Africa’s crops, scientists in a Nairobi lab are experimenting with novel ways to kill them. … Read more…
PS5 and Xbox Series X: Video game NBA 2K21 to cost more on new consoles
2K Games is the first publisher to reveal it will charge more for a PS5 and Xbox Series X title. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
UK government takes £400m stake in satellite firm OneWeb
The UK helps rescue company from bankruptcy as part of a plan to replace the EU’s Galileo sat-nav system. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Distant star vanishes without a trace — and panicked scientists don’t know where it went
A massive star in a distant galaxy has baffled astronomers by disappearing without a trace. Scientists have been observing the star for decades as it was in the late stages of its lifespan meaning a huge supernova explosion could happen. … Read more…
Here are the best gadgets of 2020 (so far)
We’re somehow more than halfway through 2020 and well, it’s been a wild ride. While I thought the coronavirus outbreak would slow down product releases, it was actually the opposite. Let’s just say there was no shortage of devices. In … Read more…
TikTok’s Boogaloo extremism problem
Extremists have found a home on Tiktok, and the platform is working out what to do about it. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Zuckerberg: Advertisers will be back to Facebook ‘soon enough’
Facebook’s chief dismisses claims in leaked comments that the ads boycott poses a financial threat. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
These massive sharks have teeth on their eyeballs
A new study on whale sharks reveals the existence of tiny teeth-like structures covering the eyes. These features are thought to be used as protection against abrasion, acting as a layer of armor. Whale sharks are considered to be an … Read more…
Yellowstone park to reconsider controversial bison plan
Federal officials plan to reconsider how they manage Yellowstone National Park’s wild bison herds following longstanding complaints over the thousands of animals killed by hunters or captured and slaughtered as they attempt to migrate into Montana ABC News: Technology BEST … Read more…
San Francisco apartment rent prices are dropping fast as tech companies embrace remote work and unemployment rises
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Facebook admits to improperly giving user data to third-party developers, again
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E-scooters’ UK speed limit ‘shocks’ blindness charity
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Marvel’s first Islamic superhero will play a leading role in the forthcoming Avengers video game. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Most Americans think esports should be included in the Olympics
Over half of Americans think video games should be considered a part of the Olympics, according to new research. The survey looked at 2,000 Americans’ opinions on video games and asked them to examine their own gaming habits. Three in … Read more…
Amazon memo reveals Covid-19 was more prevalent in Minnesota warehouse than surrounding areas
Top Amazon executives including Dave Clark, the company’s senior vice president of global operations, have said infection rates at warehouses match or are lower than the cities they’re in. A newly revealed May memo shows this wasn’t the case in … Read more…
Companies joining the Facebook ad boycott risk their bottom lines to take a stand
Facebook is a massively efficient channel for many businesses, and experts say cutting out the platform can be a major sacrifice, especially those that rely on it to bring in new customers. That makes joining the boycott a difficult question … Read more…
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Huawei: Ministers signal switch in policy over 5G policy
Digital secretary says US sanctions are “likely to have an impact on the viability” of using firm’s kit. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook bans ‘violent’ Boogaloo-linked network
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India bans TikTok, other Chinese apps amid border clashes
Indian TikTok users awoke Tuesday to a notice from the popular short-video app saying their data would be transferred to an Irish subsidiary, a response to India’s ban on dozens of Chinese apps amid a military standoff between the two … Read more…
‘Covid-19 means I can join Pride and not get arrested’
The pandemic has seen Pride events cancelled worldwide but an unprecedented online event is planned. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Singapore hands out coronavirus tracing devices
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Zuckerberg says Facebook will crack down on hate speech as ad boycott widens
Mark Zuckerberg said Facebook will accelerate a crackdown on hate speech — less than an hour after consumer-products giant Unilever announced it was yanking all Facebook ads for the rest of the year. Under pressure from a small but growing … Read more…
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Among the most-watched shows on Netflix at the moment is a docu-series that could not have been released on the streaming service at a more opportune time. Lenox Hill is a docu-series that follows a group of doctors at New … Read more…
Unilever pauses Facebook and Twitter advertising for rest of 2020 due to ‘polarized atmosphere’ in U.S.
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DHS asks Facebook, Twitter and others to take action on posts calling for ‘violence’ amid nationwide protests
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Fortnite Movie Nite: Christopher Nolan’s hit films screen in-game
Christopher Nolan’s movies play inside Fortnite while his latest film is delayed again. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook to tag ‘harmful’ posts as boycott widens
The firm has been under pressure to improve its moderation of the content on its platform. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA releases 10-year time lapse of the sun
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Verizon joins ad boycott of Facebook over hateful content
Verizon is joining an escalating movement to siphon advertising away from Facebook in an effort to pressure the company into doing more to prevent racist and violent information from being shared on its social networking service ABC News: Technology BEST … Read more…
Amazon wins naming rights to new Seattle stadium and will call it the Climate Pledge Arena
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Apple will re-close 14 stores in Florida because of rising Covid-19 rates, bringing total re-closings to 32
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Verizon decides Facebook doesn’t need its ad money after all
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George Floyd: US phone giant Verizon joins Facebook ad boycott
The move makes the US telecoms company the biggest advertiser to join the Stop Hate for Profit campaign. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Go figure: ‘My Little Pony’ is popular with Nazis
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Coronavirus is so bad in 3 states they might have to return to lockdown
Coronavirus US cases are on the rise again — surging, in fact, in some states, to the point that at least one expert thinks they might need to return to lockdown measures since current containment strategies aren’t proving sufficient. Former … Read more…
Detroit police challenged over face recognition flaws, bias
A Black man who says he was unjustly arrested because facial recognition technology mistakenly identified him as a suspected shoplifter is calling for a public apology from Detroit police ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon says a new ‘Counterfeit Crimes Unit’ will work with law enforcement to take on fraudsters
Amazon’s new team will refer counterfeit cases to law enforcement agencies who can pursue legal action. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple to re-close seven stores in Houston because of Covid-19 spikes
Apple store re-closings are significant because the company’s stores tend to be in important shopping centers and malls, and can be seen as an indicator of how smoothly retail operations can re-open in the United States. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Non-parody Devin Nunes can’t sue Twitter over a parody-cow account
Devin Nunes is a real human obsessed with a pretend cow who loves to tweet. Sadly for him, as of a Friday ruling, the congressman from California will have to leave Twitter out of his ongoing litigious obsession. Nunes, a … Read more…
Olympus quits camera business after 84 years
Once a huge camera-maker, it is looking to carve off that part of its business and focus elsewhere. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump administration claims Huawei ‘backed by Chinese military’
The US Defense Department has compiled a list of 20 firms it says are backed by Chinese military. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Black man wrongfully arrested after facial recognition software ‘flaw’
A 42-year-old black man was wrongfully arrested in Detroit as a result of a facial recognition software mistake, activists claimed. Robert Williams was detained in front of his wife and their daughters, ages 2 and 5, in January after the … Read more…
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A new cancer drug might stop tumors in their tracks
A new type of cancer drug has shown promising results in Phase 1 trials after preventing tumor growth in more than half of patients who did not have access to any other treatment. Called berzosertib, the drug is part of … Read more…
Mercedes, NVIDIA to develop new automated driving system
Four days after shelving an autonomous vehicle agreement with BMW, Mercedes is announcing a deal to work with chip and software maker NVIDIA ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Shares of Dell, VMware spike on report that Dell is considering options for its $50 billion stake in the company
VMware’s value has grown in recent years following a partnership with top cloud provider Amazon Web Services. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter flagged another Trump tweet for violating its policies
Twitter said Trump violated its policies against abusive behavior with a tweet including a “threat of harm against an identifiable group.” Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple’s privacy-focused ‘nutrition labels’ for apps are only a start
Do you trust companies like Facebook to accurately and completely tell you how, and to what extent, their apps monitor and track you both on your phone and across the entire internet? The question is not a rhetorical one, as … Read more…
George Floyd: Ben & Jerry’s joins Facebook ad boycott
The Stop Hate For Profit campaign is calling on the tech giant to take tougher action against racist content. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
CERN wants to build massive super-collider to unlock secrets about fabric of reality
When CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, built the Large Hadron Collider it was a monumental undertaking. The super-collider was unlike anything that had ever been built for the purpose of scientific research into particle physics. Now, over a … Read more…
The first coronavirus vaccines could be approved before the November election
Several coronavirus vaccine candidates have reached advanced testing phases, showing promising results on volunteers who have received immunizations. Final research results might be ready at some point this fall for some of the potential COVID-19 prophylactics, and they may be … Read more…
Coronavirus lockdowns increase poaching in Asia, Africa
The coronavirus pandemic has led to a spike in poaching in India and other parts of the world ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Nextdoor scraps Forward To Police feature, doing the bare minimum
Amid renewed criticisms that the app facilitates racial profiling and other harmful policing issues, Nextdoor has done the bare minimum. The neighborhood-oriented social media app announced late on Thursday, June 18, that it would be pulling its controversial Forward to … Read more…
Trump campaign rejects TikTok bogus bookings claim
A teen social media campaign claimed to have caused a lower-than-expected turnout at a Trump rally. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
EA says Fifa 21 will be the ‘most authentic’ yet
The hugely popular franchise is expected to take full advantage of the power of next-gen systems. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Jony Ive, ex-Apple design chief, clashed with VR headset team
Before leaving the company, Apple design chief Jony Ive reportedly clashed with the team developing its upcoming virtual reality headset. While the team — which had grown under executive Mike Rockwell to to number more than 1,000 employees — had … Read more…
Netflix, please don’t cancel these 5 excellent shows
Now that we’re at the halfway mark for 2020, it’s an interesting time to make some predictions about what Netflix cancellations we might be in store for over the rest of 2020 as a result of factors like the coronavirus … Read more…
Apple closes stores in 4 states, again, as infections rise
Apple is closing 11 stores in Arizona, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina that it had reopening just a few weeks ago ABC News: Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
People are starting to ask their friends to take Covid-19 tests before hanging out
As more locations around the U.S. re-open, people are starting to plan social events again. But for some, these gatherings include new precautions to ensure they don’t spread Covid-19. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple still has a lot of room to grow in the $3.5 trillion health care sector
Doctors, developers and entrepreneurs shared their wishlist for Apple as it moves into health. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook buys street level mapping startup Mapillary
Facebook has a spotty history when it comes to digital privacy, so naturally it’s getting into the street level maps game. Swedish mapping startup Mapillary announced in a company blog post on Thursday it had been acquired by Facebook. Mapillary … Read more…
The Last Of Us Part II: Grim but great
The follow-up to one the last decade’s biggest games arrives – and pushes the envelope again. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Coronavirus: What went wrong with the UK’s contact tracing app?
After months of work the UK has ditched the way its current coronavirus-tracing app works. So what went wrong? BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Inside the US government’s plans to blow up the moon
Blow up the moon. It sounds like the grandiose plan of a James Bond villain. Only the idea came, not from a fictional villain, but the government of the United States of America. The secret mission, code-named “Project A119,” was … Read more…
Apple’s annual developer showcase overshadowed by app row
The run-up to its developer conference has been marked by a revolt from its developers. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Katie Hopkins permanently suspended from Twitter
Twitter says that, unlike a previous ban, Ms Hopkins has been removed from the platform for good. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
NASA’s next Mars mission will honor those fighting coronavirus
In addition to the plate carrying nearly 11 million names, NASA is also sending a tribute to those fighting against COVID-19 to Mars on the Perseverance rover. Scheduled to launch July 20, the space agency said that it would put … Read more…
I’m so addicted to this spy thriller that’s been called France’s answer to ‘Homeland’
Some of the best TV series to watch right now are found on streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, but cable channels like HBO and Showtime offer plenty of incredible prestige series of their own, including shows like … Read more…
Trump’s ‘racist baby’ tweet gets slapped with ‘manipulated media’ label from Twitter
A doctored viral video share by President Donald Trump on Twitter has been labeled “manipulated media” by the microblogging site as it looks to clean up disinformation. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Gig workers to companies after BLM statements: ‘Prove it’
Black gig workers are calling out the empty gestures of solidarity and support from the companies they drive, deliver, and work for as so-called independent contractors as the Black Lives Matter movement gains momentum across the U.S. Black workers affiliated … Read more…
Spotify signs DC superheroes for podcasts
DC characters such as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman may star in new story-led podcasts. BBC News – Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook removes Trump ad over ‘Nazi hate symbol’
The tech giant says a campaign ad featuring a red triangle used in Nazi Germany violated its policy. BBC News – Technology ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE:
Milky Way may host 6 billion Earth-like worlds, study says
Early this week, a study made big headlines across the internet by claiming that there may be as many as 36 intelligent alien races within the Milky Way galaxy alone. It was an incredibly bold claim, but it was based … Read more…