The new arms race in electric cars is in battery technology, as Tesla, General Motors and other companies hunt for better, cheaper power cells to push electric vehicles toward mass acceptance. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
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Royole, maker of the first foldable phone, releases successor
Way back in 2018, when most folding phones were still in the concept stage, Royole revealed the FlexPai, a phone-tablet hybrid device that looked pretty terrible in its first incarnation. An improved version was shown off at CES 2019, but … Read more…
Alleged Xperia Play 2 prototype reveals what could have become of Sony’s PlayStation phone
Sony’s daring and arguably more interesting phone designs gave us products like the Xperia Play, the company’s vision of an Android-powered PlayStation smartphone that would run exclusives like Crash Bandicoot, alongside the usual Google Play Store titles as well as … Read more…
Microsoft Acquires Video Game Company ZeniMax in $7.5 Billion Deal
The company’s acquisition of ZeniMax Media puts it in a strong position against Sony just weeks before the release of their next generation of gaming consoles. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Deal with Oracle and Walmart Trips Over U.S.-China Feud
Companies involved in a deal to resolve TikTok’s future publicly clashed over the arrangement, while President Trump threatened to block any deal that left the service in Chinese hands. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon sale cuts up to $40 off the latest Fire HD tablets
If you’ve been waiting for a price drop on the Fire HD 8, HD 8 Plus and HD 10 tablets, you may want to check out their Amazon pages. They’re now on sale at significantly lower prices, and each model … Read more…
The Apple Watch Series 6 is already discounted at Amazon
Despite Apple only announcing the latest Apple Watches and iPads last week, we’re already starting to see discounts. The newest sales come from Amazon on the Apple Watch Series 6 — a few models are up to $ 15 off, … Read more…
How to Watch Tesla’s Battery Day Event—and What to Expect
After months of delays, Tesla’s much-hyped Battery Day is finally upon us. Here’s what the company might reveal. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump’s TikTok Deal Is Still an Unresolved Mess
The president’s ban on WeChat has also hit a roadblock. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok and Oracle Spar Over Ownership, Threatening Deal
The role of TikTok’s Chinese owner in a newly created company pairing the app with Oracle remains a point of contention despite signs of a final agreement over the weekend. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok’s Zero Hour: Haggling With Trump, Doubts in China and a Deal in Limbo
After months of maneuvering over the future of TikTok, it took last-minute phone calls to persuade President Trump to sign off in principle on the outlines of an agreement to keep the app operating in the U.S. Even that outcome—an … Read more…
Logitech’s new MX Anywhere 3 mouse has buttons to control Zoom calls
Webcams, keyboards and mice are some of the hottest pieces of tech right now as many continue to work from home. Demand for these accessories rose dramatically after quarantine restrictions went into effect, and now Logitech is introducing a new … Read more…
Nikola founder resigns following SEC probe into electric truck business
Following a fraud accusation by a short firm and potential probe by the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC), Nikola founder Trevor Milton is stepping down as executive chairman. “Nikola is truly in my blood and always will be, and the … Read more…
The 3 Best VR Headsets and Some Games to Play (2020)
Virtual reality is more accessible than ever and these headsets can take you there, whether you want a standalone, room-scale, or PC-based experience. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The 3 Best VR Headsets and Some Games to Play (2020)
Virtual reality is more accessible than ever and these headsets can take you there, whether you want a standalone, room-scale, or PC-based experience. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump Signs Off on Deal Allowing TikTok to Continue U.S. Operations
The popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app TikTok will partner with Oracle and Walmart to become a U.S.-based company after negotiations that stirred debate over national security and the future of the internet. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Deal Faces Questions Over Security, Ownership
An emerging deal to make China’s popular TikTok app a U.S.-based company stands to reshape the social-media landscape, even as questions persisted Sunday over security concerns and ownership of the new company. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Unity Technologies CEO on Going Public
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Explaining Trump’s Potential Ban on TikTok, WeChat: Q&A
The Commerce Department announced that it was prohibiting downloads of WeChat and TikTok in U.S. app stores. Here’s what you need to know. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘It’s So Essential’: WeChat Ban Makes U.S.-China Standoff Personal
When downloads of the Chinese-owned messaging service are barred in the U.S. starting at midnight on Sunday, the feud between the countries will hit home for millions of people. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
NBCU’s new deal with Roku will bring Peacock to the streaming platform
Just a few hours ago it looked like the fight between NBCUniversal and Roku would get ugly, and even see the Comcast-owned network’s other channels disappear from streaming boxes and sticks. But now the two have patched things up, and … Read more…
Minor emoji update for 2021 adds 200 skintone variants for couples
The Unicode Consortium has unveiled a relatively minor emoji update that would still add 217 options to your selection next year. Emoji 13.1 comes with seven brand new images: a heart on fire, a heart with bandages, a woman with … Read more…
Dune Is a Hard Book to Adapt
Anyone who’s seen David Lynch’s 1984 film knows Frank Herbert’s book doesn’t translate easily to the screen. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Oracle, Walmart Aim for Significant Stakes in TikTok
Backers of plans for Oracle to join with TikTok to create a new U.S. company for the video-sharing app are working on a new ownership structure aimed at alleviating U.S. concerns over Chinese control. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump’s TikTok Circus Will Have Lasting Consequences
The larger issues around China’s technological rise aren’t going away. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
U.S. Bans Chinese Apps TikTok and WeChat, Citing Security Concerns
The Trump administration will begin restricting downloads and use of popular Chinese-owned apps TikTok and WeChat late Sunday, in a move U.S. officials said arose from national security concerns but which drew objections for impinging on free-speech rights. WSJ.com: WSJD … Read more…
AI Will Be as Transformative as Electricity, Says Reid Hoffman
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In TikTok Deal, Oracle Would Handle All U.S. User Data
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iOS 14 Review: Your iPhone Will Look Completely Different Now, if You Want
Apple’s latest mobile operating system has widgets and other tricks for people looking to give their iPhone a facelift. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Snowflake’s Stock Price Soars in IPO
Snowflake’s shares made their debut at $ 245 a share on their first day of trading, more than double the IPO price. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Developer Mediatonic made 130 games before Fall Guys’ breakout success
Those games were released over the last 15 years. In Mediatonic’s earliest days, founders Paul Croft and Dave Bailey were creating simple flash games, but they soon began creating their own full-fledged titles for various platforms. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
AMD ramps up Zen 3 hype, calls Ryzen 4000 CPUs “tremendously powerful”
AMD has been singing the praises of Zen 3 for a while and is now trying to get more people excited as the reveal date draws closer. As reported by Seeking Alpha, AMD senior vice president Forrest Norrod had this … Read more…
A Car Insurance Claim Estimate Before the Tow Truck Is Called
Using algorithms, tech companies are helping insurers speed up the process after an accident, make it more accurate and keep estimators out of the field — a plus during a pandemic. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Good Enough’ Rules the World
The success of TikTok and Netflix shows that if you have enough eyeballs, mediocrity is totally OK. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Morning After: PS5 price, release date and pre-order info revealed
Last week, it was Xbox’s turn, and now we have a price for the new PlayStation. Sony has set a $ 400/$ 500 split for the Digital Edition vs. standard PS5, charging $ 100 extra for the privilege of a … Read more…
Sony: We’ll have more PS5s than we did PS4s at launch
Despite rumors to the contrary, Sony will have plenty of PlayStation 5 consoles ready for launch — more than it did when the PS4 first appeared, according to Sony Interactive CEO Jim Ryan. At the same time, he admitted that … Read more…
How VR—and Marvel Superheroes—Might Elicit Empathy
At WIRED’s virtual conference, actress Brie Larson, VR director Elijah Allan-Blitz, and Magic Labs Media founder Van Jones talked about their new short films. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Republican Lawmakers Question TikTok-Oracle Deal
Senators are worried about the continued involvement of the video-sharing app’s Chinese owner in a deal to pair TikTok with Oracle. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
WIRED25 Day 1: Be Empathetic to Each Other
Guests like Gabriela Cámara, Ghetto Gastro, Nia DaCosta, and Brie Larson discussed how to understand where others are coming from, whether through food or films. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump Officials Push for U.S. Majority Control of TikTok
Trump administration officials are looking to give American investors a majority share of the company that will take over the Chinese-owned video sharing app TikTok, according to people familiar with the matter. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Says Boycotting Advertisers Are Coming Back
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DOJ Investigates Electric-Truck Startup Nikola
The Justice Department has joined U.S. securities regulators in examining allegations that electric-truck startup Nikola misled investors by making exaggerated claims about its technology. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
FTC Preparing Possible Antitrust Suit Against Facebook
The case preparations come after the Federal Trade Commission has spent more than a year investigating concerns that Facebook has been using its powerful market position to stifle competition. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A Job That Isn’t Hard to Get in a Pandemic: Swindlers’ Unwitting Helper
Criminals are increasingly using people like Denise Newton to move their money, just as many have lost their jobs and are vulnerable. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Driver Charged in Uber’s Fatal 2018 Autonomous Car Crash
Investigators said the woman had been watching a video on her phone when the vehicle killed a pedestrian in Arizona. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
AT&T could offer ad-subsidized phone plans starting next year
AT&T is looking into the possibility of offering cellphone plans subsidized in part by advertisements, company CEO John Stankey told Reuters in an interview. Subscribers will still have to pay the bigger chunk of their bill, but Stankey said he … Read more…
Samsung says its Galaxy Z Fold 2 display has the ‘world’s smallest curvature’
Samsung’s OLED display used in the Galaxy Z Fold 2 has the “world’s smallest curvature,” with a radius of just 1.4mm (1.4R), the company’s display division announced. That tight curvature allowed Samsung to build the Fold 2 with a smaller … Read more…
How ‘Cuties’ Got Caught in a Gamergate-Style Internet Clash
The French film is caught in the crosshairs of right-wing online movements. This isn’t an anomaly. It’s a new battle in a larger culture war. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Oracle Deal With TikTok to Undergo U.S. Security Review
The Treasury Department said it would review an agreement for Oracle and others to revamp TikTok’s U.S. operations with the aim of avoiding a ban of the popular video-sharing app because of its Chinese ownership. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
China’s ByteDance to Keep Majority TikTok Stake in Oracle Deal
The proposal being reviewed by national-security regulators has China’s ByteDance retaining a majority stake in its TikTok app with Oracle as a technology partner and minority holder in a U.S.-based company. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Hackers Target Porn Site Visitors Using Flash and Internet Explorer
Plus: Ransomware holds up schools, Zoom adds two-factor, and more of the week’s top security news. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
8 Best Portable Grills (2020): Charcoal, Propane, Electric, Infrared
We barbecued for weeks to find the right charcoal and propane gas grills for your home or that you can lug to the beach, park, or campsite. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Bloomberg Studio 1.0: Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney
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Goodbye, Open Office. Hello, ‘Dynamic Workplace.’
With their headquarters largely empty amid the pandemic, tech companies are reconfiguring their open-plan spaces to appeal to employees when they return, aiming to offer opportunities for collaboration and focus workers can’t get at home. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
EBay Founder Pierre Omidyar Steps Down From Board
EBay founder Pierre Omidyar stepped down from the company’s board as part of a broader overhaul that also has Elliott Management partner Jesse Cohn leaving the board. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Vinyl records topped CD sales in 1H 2020 for the first time since the 80s
Per the report, vinyl sales brought in just north of $ 232 million in the first half of 2020 while sales of CDs fell by more than 47 percent year-over-year to $ 129.9 million. RIAA cited shutdown measures at retailers … Read more…
Gig Work Is Risky for Apps, Too
New and proposed laws and regulatory challenges threaten the business model of apps like Uber and Handy. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Star Citizen is free-to-play until September 23
Roberts Space Industries (RSI, the team behind the game) releases new features and mechanics at a much quicker pace than they have in the past. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Europe Feels the Squeeze as Tech Competition Heats Up Between U.S. and China
As the rapid pace of change mixes with national security issues, Europe’s role as a global regulator is increasingly tested — and may not be enough. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Microsoft says Apple’s game streaming policy will lead to ‘a bad experience’
Earlier today, Apple revised its App Store guidelines to give companies such as Microsoft and Google a way to offer their video game streaming platforms on iOS, but did so with a major caveat. Apple said those companies could release catalog-style ap… … Read more…
Hulu’s New Comedy ‘Woke’ Is Perfectly Absurd
The show, starring Lamorne Morris, is just too weird to ever feel preachy. Phew. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok’s New Boss Takes Over a Very Hot Seat
With the fate of the video-sharing app being debated at the highest levels in Washington, Beijing and Silicon Valley, interim head Vanessa Pappas is looking to keep things running amid the high-stakes geopolitical drama. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google’s Autocomplete Ban on Politics Has Some Glitches
The search giant tweaks its algorithm after WIRED finds it would suggest “Donate Biden,” but not “Donate Trump.” Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A California Law Was Supposed to Give Uber Drivers New Protections. Instead, Comedians Lost Work.
While companies like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash have fought AB-5 in court, the law has unintentionally limited job opportunities for some other freelance workers. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Bloomberg Technology’ Full Show (09/09/2020)
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Google and Twitter Sharpen Tools to Stop False Claims About Election
Google and Twitter said they are taking additional steps to tamp down misinformation about the U.S. election, as tech platforms scramble to address an expected flood of false claims and misleading posts. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Appeals Move to Curb EU-U.S. Data Transfer
Facebook is appealing a preliminary order by Ireland’s privacy regulator to suspend its data transfers from Europe to the U.S., pushing its stance in a case with wide-ranging implications for global tech businesses. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Russian Intelligence Hackers Are Back, Microsoft Warns, Aiming at Democrats and Republicans
China is also growing more adept at targeting campaign workers. But contrary to Trump administration warnings, Beijing is mostly aiming at Biden campaign officials. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
HP Omen 30L Gaming Desktop Review
If you’re in the market for a complete gaming system with reasonably modern hardware and the ability to tackle new games with ease, you can’t go wrong with the HP Omen 30L. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon wants a Joe Exotic series starring Nicolas Cage
One of the clearest signs that we’re approaching the Peak TV bubble is the number of upstart streaming companies making the same damn show. Variety is reporting that Amazon is looking to launch its own series based on the lurid … Read more…
Gateway PCs are back
The Gateway PC brand (and its cow-spotted boxes) pretty much faded into obscurity after Acer snapped it up for $ 710 million way back in 2007. Now, Gateway is back with a new line of laptops, 2-in-1 devices and tablets … Read more…
Russia’s Fancy Bear Hackers Are Hitting US Campaign Targets Again
Microsoft says the GRU hacking group has attacked hundreds of organizations over the past year, many of them tied to the upcoming election. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Those Orange Bay Area Skies and the Science of Light
Wildfire smoke turned California and Oregon skies orange. Inside that smoke was alchemy—the chemistry and physics of molecules and wavelengths. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Huawei to Launch Smartphones Without Google Android
Huawei Technologies will begin selling smartphones capable of running its self-designed operating system next year, as it seeks to keep its consumer business going without Google Android and other U.S. suppliers. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Russian Hackers Have Targeted 200 Groups Tied to U.S. Election, Microsoft Says
Russian government hackers have targeted at least 200 organizations tied to the 2020 U.S. election in recent weeks, according to Microsoft Corp. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Morning After: The world’s biggest digital photo is 3,200 megapixels
Today, we’re covering the history of Blue Origin, reviewing Android 11 and more. But first: three-thousand-two-hundred megapixels. Taken with sensors for the world's largest digital camera, it would comically take 378 4K ultra-high-definition TV scre… Engadget RSS Feed BEST DEAL … Read more…
The Best Android 11 Features and How to Download It
Google’s newest version of its mobile operating system adds small but helpful improvements. If you have a Pixel phone, you can download it today. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Peter Strzok Has a Warning About Russia—and Trump
In an interview with WIRED and in his new book, the former FBI agent details the threats the US faces as the 2020 election looms. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
REI Labor Day Sale (2020): 19 Deals on Camping Essentials You Need
It’s a great time to buy gear for your socially-distant adventures. Here’s everything you need to go from 0 to outdoors pro. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Julian Assange Lays Out His Case Against US Extradition
The argument hinges in part on psychiatrists’ testimony that Assange is a high suicide risk. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon, Wish Are Restricting Seed Sales. That May Not Stop Mystery Mailings.
E-commerce giants are enacting major new restrictions on the sale of seeds, but the moves are unlikely to eliminate the tactics government officials and industry experts suspect are behind the mystery seeds caper that gripped the world this summer. WSJ.com: … Read more…
Samsung, Verizon Sign $6.65 Billion 5G Contract
The agreement for network equipment and services marks a major boost to the South Korean firm’s quest to become a key 5G supplier. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The 25 Best Labor Day Sales (2020): Tech, Laptops, Phones, Outdoors, Etc
This long weekend, you can save on tablets, robot vacuums, camping gear, and more. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon Bans Foreign Plant Sales to U.S. Amid Global Seed Mystery
The move by Amazon comes as the mystery seeds led U.S. officials to raise alarms about the ease with which sales can occur on e-commerce sites, creating potential threats to U.S. agriculture. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Epic Games asks a court to make Apple put ‘Fortnite’ back in the App Store
In the latest development of the legal battle between Apple and Epic Games, the Fortnite developer announced it has filed for a preliminary injunction that would put its game back in the app store and restore its developer account. Today … Read more…
Neuralink Is Impressive Tech, Wrapped in Musk Hype
Cool research tool? Definitely. A way to remotely control a computer or a prosthetic? Sure. But reading minds and storing memories? Not so fast. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
China Launches Experimental Spaceplane
China is claiming success in the secretive launch of an experimental spaceplane. The rocket-mounted reusable spacecraft was lofted into orbit from the Gobi Desert. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Marvel’s Avengers’ Is a Multiplayer Hero-Spree You Can Skip
If you want to assemble your friends to play, there’s no need to buy this game to do it. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
SoftBank’s Bet on Tech Giants Fueled This Summer’s Powerful Market Rally
The Japanese conglomerate led by billionaire Masayoshi Son placed billions in options bets on fast-rising tech stocks. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon Drivers Put Phones in Trees to Get More Work
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DraftKings’ Kalish on Michael Jordan, Cubs Partnership
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Samsung’s Future Includes a $2 Billion ‘Super Plant’
Samsung’s drug-manufacturing arm is betting that the already-booming market for biologic drug ingredients will only get hotter, due to industry shifts sparked by the coronavirus pandemic. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Justice Dept. Plans to File Antitrust Charges Against Google in Coming Weeks
The attorney general is said to have set a deadline over the objections of career lawyers who say they need more time to build the case. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Dungeons & Dragons TikTok Is Gen Z at Its Most Wholesome
A growing community of D&D fans on the platform have no time for the gatekeeping of previous generations. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple Delays Privacy Change Amid App Publishers’ Concerns
The change, which would give iPhone users control over whether they are tracked, will go into effect next year. Critics of the change say it would hurt app makers by making it harder to sell personalized ads. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST … Read more…
Facebook’s Zuckerberg Says He’s Got Election Stuff Under Control
Facebook rolls out its plan to protect the US from November mayhem. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook to Limit Political Ads Week Before Election
The social-media giant will prohibit new political advertisements in the week before the U.S. presidential election in November and seek to flag any candidates’ premature claims of victory, citing the risk of civil unrest. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Flagrant Hypocrisy of Bungled College Reopenings
Higher education has ignored its main mission: to teach critical thinking. It’s time to take the adults back to school. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The FBI Botched Its DNC Hack Warning in 2016—but Says It Won’t Next Time
Facing looming election threats and a ransomware epidemic, the bureau says it has revamped its process for warning hacking victims. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Mobile-Gaming Company Skillz to Go Public
The deal valuing Skillz at $ 3.6 billion involves a merger with a blank-check firm run by Hollywood veterans Harry Sloan and Jeff Sagansky, who also helped bring DraftKings to the market. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook, Under Pressure in India, Bans Politician for Hate Speech
Facebook banned a politician from India’s ruling party for violating its policies against hate speech, amid a growing political storm over its handling of extremist content on its platform. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
What Could Happen If Oracle Buys TikTok?
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‘Bloomberg Technology’ Full Show (09/01/2020)
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Qualcomm sets new record in 5G mmWave range
The first consumer 5G products came to the market in 2019 with promises of broadband replacement levels of speed and low latency. Still in its infancy, most 5G-enabled phones are still quite expensive. In the US, wireless carriers have been … Read more…
Did a 16-Year-Old Have A Hand in Twitter Hack?
On Tuesday, federal agents served a Massachusetts teenager with a search warrant. He appears to have played a significant role in the July 15 Twitter attack, investigators and fellow hackers said. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla to Sell Up to $5 Billion in Stock
The electric-vehicle maker’s return to capital markets follows a 5-for-1 stock split that extended its share-price rally this year. The planned fundraising represents roughly 1% of Tesla’s market capitalization. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon Deletes Job Posts Seeking Analysts to Track ‘Labor Organizing Threats’
The company says the descriptions of the roles were incorrect. Critics say it’s a warning shot. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Deal Talks Hit a Snag Over App’s Algorithms
Deal talks for TikTok’s U.S. operations have been complicated by the key question of whether the app’s core algorithms can be included as part of a deal, according to people familiar with the matter. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Samsung launches Galaxy M51 with 7,000 mAh battery
After teasing the phone last week, Samsung’s latest entry in its mid-range M series has just landed on the company’s German website. It comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED Plus display and a 1,080 x 2,340 resolution. As it’s not a … Read more…
Preaching Equality, Start-Up Didn’t Practice It With Employees
Current and former workers at Carta, a hot Silicon Valley fintech company, said they were belittled, excluded and punished if they spoke up. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple makes subtle changes to the App Store review policy, adds appeal mechanism for developers
Apple and its App Store policies have been deeply embroiled in controversy over the past few months. Engaged on multiple fronts, Cupertino has been making headlines in disputes with Epic Games and Facebook over in-app purchases, with a business model … Read more…
TikTok Deal Faces Complications as U.S. and China Ratchet Up Tit-for-Tat
China’s new export rules, which could delay or scuttle a sale of TikTok, have further turned giant companies into pawns in a geopolitical struggle. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Stadia needs more games like ‘Super Bomberman R Online’
I’ve never played Bomberman sober.My encounters with the long-running franchise have always been the same: I’m at some kind of retro-themed video game meet-up, we’ve all had a couple of drinks, and someone suddenly hands me a controller. “Your turn,”… … Read more…
Facebook Says It Will Bar News Sharing in Australia if Proposed Payment Rules Become Law
Facebook has threatened to stop allowing Australians to share news on its site and on Instagram if lawmakers allow media companies to demand payment from digital platforms. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Zoom Boosts Outlook as Sales Surge in Shift to Remote Work
Zoom raised its full-year outlook for a second time during the pandemic, cementing its position as one of the biggest corporate winners from the shift to working from home and remote schooling. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Future of Cleaning Oil Spills: Robots, Wood Chips and Sponges
Recent oil spills in Russia and Mauritius have shown that the industry needs better ways to clean up accidents. Researchers are working on solutions: oil-absorbing wood chips, a solar-powered robot and a reusable sponge. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Protesters Gather Outside Amazon CEO Bezos’ Mansion
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Amazon Reduces Carbon Footprint With Electric Delivery Vans
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TikTok’s Founder Wonders What Hit Him
Zhang Yiming, 37 years old, admired Silicon Valley and always wanted to build a global tech company, not a Chinese one. He succeeded, only to find himself caught in today’s U.S.-China standoff. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
One of the Brains Behind Tesla May Have a New Way to Make Electric Cars Cheaper
What’s the secret to building a more affordable electric vehicle? JB Straubel has an answer. It starts with a pile of old cellphones. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TSMC accounts for half of industry’s EUV equipment installation base and wafer production
TSMC recently held its annual Technology Symposium where it divulged a slew of information about the company, especially as it pertains to the future of its chip manufacturing business. Such information included new details on TSMC’s advanced process nodes — … Read more…
Xiaomi’s under-display cameras are coming to smartphones next year
Since the iPhone X was launched in 2017, many smartphones have adopted either a camera ‘notch’ or camera-holes to house the handset’s front-facing cameras while providing an edge-to-edge display. The problem, though, is that both of these workarounds have held … Read more…
What if Facebook Is the Real ‘Silent Majority’?
Right-wing influencers are dominating the political discussion on Facebook, raising questions about whether it will translate into electoral success in November. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Deal Is Complicated by New Rules From China Over Tech Exports
In an 11th-hour twist, Beijing raised a potential hurdle for a sale of TikTok, further roiling the race to buy the Chinese-owned app. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Watch a Toyota-backed flying car’s first public, piloted test flight
Toyota-backed SkyDrive has finally conducted a public, crewed test flight (via Observer) for its flying car after years of work. The startup flew its SD-03 vehicle around the Toyota Test Field in the city of Toyota with a pilot at … Read more…
The Excellent Evolution of ‘Bill and Ted Face the Music’
A conversation with director Dean Parisot and writers Ed Solomon and Chris Matheson about how they updated the franchise for its third film. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A Spate of Arrests Sends the Piracy World Reeling
Plus: ATM hacks, the Belarus internet shutdown, and more of the week’s top security news. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
KKR Nearing Deal to Sell Epicor
The back-office software company would fetch roughly $ 4.7 billion, including debt, from a group led by private-equity firm Clayton Dubilier & Rice. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
China Tightens Tech Export Rules Amid TikTok Talks
China announced new restrictions on artificial-intelligence technology exports that could further complicate the sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations, while intensifying the tech battle between the world’s two largest economies. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The ‘Double Dragon’ Movie Should Be a Cult Classic
The adaptation of the 1987 arcade game didn’t get the credit it deserved—and would probably fare much better with modern audiences. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
SoftBank to Sell $14 Billion Stake in Telecom Unit
Billionaire Masayoshi Son’s SoftBank Group said it would sell a $ 14 billion chunk of its Japanese mobile unit, adding to a string of asset sales aimed at bolstering the company’s debt-laden balance sheet. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Can People Without Symptoms Get Tested for Covid? Who Knows
Top health officials have issued contradictory statements, and the CDC’s newest guidance limiting testing comes just as the Trump Administration invests in rapid tests. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tesla Bulls Bet Big Ahead of Stock Split
A dizzying rally in the electric auto maker’s shares has led to a quintupling of the stock this year and made Tesla one of the most valued U.S. companies. It has also unleashed a burst of options activity tied to … Read more…
A Tesla Employee Thwarted an Alleged Ransomware Plot
Elon Musk confirmed Thursday night that a ransomware gang had approached a Gigafactory employee with alleged promises of a big payout. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Walmart Joins With Microsoft in Race to Purchase TikTok
The world’s biggest retailer by revenue is teaming up with Microsoft to bid for TikTok’s U.S. operations, which have an asking price of about $ 30 billion. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A California Wildfire Nearly Destroyed the Historic Lick Observatory
The state’s apocalyptic blazes have burned 2,000 square miles in 10 days. Here’s how they almost claimed a 130-year-old astronomical icon. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer Quits as Trump Pushes Chinese App to Sell U.S. Business
TikTok’s Chief Executive Kevin Mayer said he would be leaving the social-media platform about three months into the job, as the company comes under increasing pressure from the White House over its ties to China. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Why Hurricane Laura’s Storm Surge Could Be ‘Unsurvivable’
The deadliest aspect of a hurricane is the storm surge. And Louisiana and Texas are about to get hit with a massive wall of water. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Says Apple’s New iPhone Update Will Disrupt Online Advertising
Facebook says privacy changes that Apple has made to its newest operating system will cripple the social-media giant’s ability to serve targeted ads to iPhone users while they use outside apps. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Watch the Trailers for The Batman and Wonder Woman 1984
And while you’re at it, check out the trailer for the Snyder cut of Justice League and a new one for The Suicide Squad too. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
MAGA TikTok Creators Stand by Trump—Despite a Potential Ban
Conservative influencers say they understand the president’s moves to shut down the platform in the US, even if it costs them their audience. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook’s CEO Stoked Washington’s Fears About TikTok
Mark Zuckerberg emphasized that Chinese internet companies posed a threat as he worked to fend off U.S. regulation of Facebook. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Files Suit Challenging U.S. Ban
Chinese-owned TikTok sued the U.S. government in federal court, saying that it protects its users’ data and challenging President Trump’s executive order that would effectively ban the video-sharing app if it doesn’t find an American buyer for its U.S. operations. … Read more…
TikTok Plans to Challenge President Trump’s Executive Order
TikTok plans to challenge President Trump’s executive order that would effectively ban the popular short-video app from the U.S. if it doesn’t quickly find an American buyer, setting up a high-profile showdown. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The University of Utah just footed a $457,000 ransomware bill
In a statement provided on its website, The University of Utah disclosed that it paid $ 457,059.24 in order to mitigate the ransomware attack. The university said that it “decided to work with its cyber insurance provider to pay a … Read more…
Rocksteady’s new ‘Suicide Squad’ game is all about killing Superman
Most of DC Fandome’s big reveals today have focused on its upcoming films, but there was still time to squeeze in a video game announcement or two. Earlier today we got a look at Warner Bros. Montreal’s new Bat-Family title, … Read more…
Facebook Finally Cracks Down on QAnon
Plus: A top-secret iPod, Carnival ransomware, and more of the week’s top security news. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Lyft, Uber Get More Time as They Fight California Order
Uber and Lyft will be able to continue conducting business as usual in California for now, after a state appeals court paused a lower-court ruling that required the ride-hailing companies to reclassify their drivers as employees. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL … Read more…
Netflix’s The Irishman will get a Criterion Blu-ray release in November
Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman is still very much available for streaming on Netflix, but you’ll soon be able to get a physical copy if you want one for your library. The Criterion Collection has started accepting pre-orders for its Blu-ray … Read more…
The Attack That Broke Twitter Is Hitting Dozens of Companies
“Phone spear phishing” attacks have been on the rise since a bitcoin scam took over the social media platform in July. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Wait, How Much Microplastic Is Swirling in the Atlantic?
Scientists calculate that the top 200 meters of ocean alone contains up to 21 million metric tons of plastic. And that wasn’t even counting microfibers. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump Expresses Support for Oracle to Buy TikTok
President Trump voiced support on Tuesday for Oracle to buy the U.S. operations of TikTok, adding a fresh wrinkle to the bidding for the Chinese-owned video-sharing app. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon Bets on Office-Based Work With Expansion in Major Cities
Amazon.com is expanding its physical offices in six U.S. cities and adding thousands of corporate jobs in those areas, an indication that it is making long-term plans around office work. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
If Only Any of the ‘Hobbit’ Movies Were the Right Length
Peter Jackson’s trilogy is too long, the Rankin/Bass cartoon from the 1970s is too short. The proper length is somewhere in between. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump Sets Deadline for TikTok Sale
President Trump set a 90-day deadline for TikTok’s Chinese owner to divest itself of the video-sharing app’s U.S. operations. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Why Derechos Are So Devilishly Difficult to Predict
The destructive storms, with winds over 75 mph, are often compared to inland hurricanes. But unlike a hurricane, a derecho can come out of nowhere. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Epic Games’ Founder Tim Sweeney Is Fighting Apple, Google. He’s Been Preparing For Years.
The game’s removal from the App Store and Google Play has become a flashpoint in a long battle between app developers and the tech giants. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Corporate America Worries WeChat Ban Could Hit Business
More than a dozen major U.S. multinational companies raised concerns in a call with White House officials about the potentially broad scope and impact of Mr. Trump’s executive order targeting WeChat. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Project Power’ Is a Secret Lesson About Science’s Dark Side
Netflix’s new film updates a played-out superhero trope with a hidden message about the evils of human experimentation. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Fortnite’ Kicked Off Apple and Google App Stores
Apple and Google yanked “Fortnite,” one of the world’s most popular videogames, from their app stores in an escalating battle over the fees they charge developers to distribute their software and process in-app purchases. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Bloomberg Technology’ Full Show (08/06/2020)
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In Victory for Qualcomm, Appeals Court Throws Out Antitrust Ruling
A three-judge panel reversed a 2019 ruling that found that Qualcomm had abused its monopoly position in wireless chips. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Pinterest Accused of Gender Bias in Suit by Former No. 2 Executive
Françoise Brougher, Pinterest’s former chief operating officer, said she was fired after speaking up about mistreatment. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
When Private Security Cameras Are Police Surveillance Tools
Civil rights activists warn of “mission creep,” as cameras installed to prevent break-ins are increasingly used to monitor protesters and communities of color. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Uber, Lyft Ordered to Classify Drivers as Employees
A California judge said ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft shouldn’t classify their drivers as independent contractors, citing the state’s gig-worker law that went into effect this year. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
With VP Pick Kamala Harris, Joe Biden Gets a Digital Juggernaut
The senator and her team have earned a reputation for savvy online organizing. That could come in handy for a socially distanced presidential campaign. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Tracked User Data Using Tactic Banned by Google
TikTok skirted a privacy safeguard in Google’s Android operating system to collect unique identifiers from millions of mobile devices, data that allows the app to track users online without allowing them to opt out, a Wall Street Journal analysis has … Read more…
The White House Announces a Plan to Speed the Rollout of 5G
The Pentagon will share part of the wireless spectrum, allowing telecom carriers to reach more areas with fewer cell towers. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Xbox Series S will be Microsoft’s other next-gen console, according to controller packaging
Ars Technica reported on the leaked controller and packaging, which lists the “Xbox Series X/S” as a compatible platform. It also names the Xbox One, Windows 10, Android, and iOS. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump’s Orders on WeChat and TikTok Are Uncertain. That May Be the Point.
The restrictions on the two Chinese-owned apps followed a familiar model for other policy announcements on China from the Trump administration. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A British AI Tool to Predict Violent Crime Is Too Flawed to Use
A government-funded system known as Most Serious Violence was built to predict first offenses but turned out to be wildly inaccurate. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Tech, Financial Firms Eye Ways to Save TikTok’s U.S. Operations From Ban
Several investment and technology firms are exploring a potential deal for the U.S. operations of TikTok, which is facing a Trump administration ban, but they each would have to surmount hurdles at least as high as the Chinese social-media platform’s … Read more…
Qualcomm Lobbies U.S. to Sell Chips for Huawei 5G Phones
Wading into the technology battle between Washington and Beijing, the smartphone chip maker warns of potentially losing billions of dollars in sales because of export limits. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump’s WeChat Ban May Alienate His Chinese Supporters
Not only is the app many Americans’ primary means of communicating with China, it’s also been the mobilizing arm of Chinese Trumpism. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter, TikTok Have Held Preliminary Talks About Possible Combination
Twitter has had preliminary talks about a potential combination with TikTok, the popular video-sharing app that the Trump administration has declared a national-security threat due to its Chinese ownership, according to people familiar with the matter. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL … Read more…
Home Office Setup Guide: The Best Gear for Working at Home
Do you need a monitor, desk, webcam, laptop, microphone, or pair of headphones? Here’s our ultimate laundry list of recommended gear to improve your new home office. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
U.S. Broadens Attack on Chinese Internet Giants With WeChat Order
The Trump administration is widening its attack against Chinese internet giants by targeting a social media app, WeChat, that is used daily by ordinary Chinese but by few Americans, further dividing the global internet. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Tragic Physics of the Deadly Explosion in Beirut
A blast injury specialist explores the chemistry—and history—of explosions like the one captured in videos that swept across the world. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Voting Machine Makers Are Finally Playing Nice With Hackers
After years of secrecy, one major election tech company is giving more hackers a look under the hood. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Smartphone Price Premium Ebbs for 5G
Samsung’s newest flagship devices come with 5G, bigger screens, faster processing power—and a lower price point to buy in. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Dutch Hackers Found a Simple Way to Mess With Traffic Lights
By reverse engineering apps intended for cyclists, security researchers found they could cause delays in at least 10 cities from anywhere in the world. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook, Twitter Take Down Trump Video
Facebook and Twitter removed a video posted by President Trump in which he said children are “almost immune” from Covid-19, a claim that the companies said ran afoul their rules against harmful misinformation about coronavirus. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Trump Says U.S. Should Get Slice of TikTok Sale Price
President Trump said he was ready to approve a purchase of the U.S. operations of the Chinese video-sharing app TikTok, but only if the government receives “a lot of money” in exchange. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
An American Pickle Might Have Been Fresher in the 2010s
Seth Rogen’s new movie is funny, although some gags meant to skewer hip Brooklynites seem strangely dated. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Microsoft’s Talks With TikTok Raise Ire in China
Washington’s ultimatum to the Chinese owner of TikTok—sell the app’s American operations to Microsoft or leave the country—is hardening suspicions in China that the U.S. aims to sabotage the country’s efforts to grow its own technology. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL … Read more…
SpaceX Brings Astronauts Home Safely in a Historic First
That’s a wrap on SpaceX’s crewed demo mission, which clears the way for the company to regularly launch astronauts for NASA. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Microsoft Aims for a Deal to Buy TikTok’s U.S. Business
Covert talks began weeks ago on a transaction that could reshape the global tech landscape and further strain U.S.-China relations. After the software giant’s CEO and President Trump spoke Sunday, Microsoft said an agreement could include the video app’s operations … Read more…
Amazon, Apple, Facebook Show Dominant Results, Grip on Society
Amazon.com delivered soaring quarterly sales and profit, leading a pack of tech giants that reported thriving business amid the coronavirus pandemic and highlighting the industry’s central place in business and society at a time of concern over its clout. WSJ.com: … Read more…
The Portland Protests Are a War Zone—but Only on the Internet
What’s happening in the streets isn’t what you’re seeing in the tweets. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Stop Saying Facebook Is ‘Too Big to Moderate’
The social media company could surely enforce its own rules on false and harmful posts—it just needs to cut into its massive profit margins. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Microsoft Will Move Higher After Knee-Jerk Reaction, Says Ives
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WATCH: China Launches Rocket to Mars
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Facebook Seeks to Reel In TikTok Creators
Facebook’s Instagram has offered financial incentives to TikTok users with millions of followers to persuade them to use a new competing service, an escalation in a high-stakes showdown between the two social-media giants. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
What to Do About TikTok
Instead of banning the app, U.S. officials could force it to be more transparent. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Samsung teases new Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Buds Live, and more
Samsung has released a teaser trailer for next week’s Unpacked event, showing off no less than five new devices. Some of these have appeared in leaks, such as the bean-shaped Galaxy Buds Live that are supposed to offer noise cancellation … Read more…
Don’t Ban TikTok. Make an Example of It.
There is plenty the U.S. government could do to ensure that TikTok acts responsibly without getting rid of it altogether. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
YouTube will offer 100 kids movies and specials for free
YouTube is throwing parents who can’t take watching Frozen over and over anymore a lifeline. Over the next month until August 31st, YouTube Kids will release over 100 movies and specials as part of the platform’s “After School” experience project. … Read more…
This Is the Best Sweatband I’ve Ever Worn (2020)
WIRED tested. After decades of running with water running down my face, the Treadbands workout headband let me see clearly. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
A Cyberattack on Garmin Disrupted More Than Workouts
A ransomware hit and subsequent outage caused problems in the company’s aviation services, including flight planning and mapping. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos Faces Rare Test in First Testimony Before Congress
Amazon.com Chief Executive Jeff Bezos’s message that the company uses its scale for good is set to be tested as never before when he makes his first-ever appearance before Congress on Wednesday. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google to Keep Employees Home Until Summer 2021 Amid Pandemic
The tech giant will keep its employees home until at least next July, making the search-engine giant the first major U.S. corporation to formalize such an extended timetable. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Space Race: UAE Launches Mission to Mars
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Powered by China, a Technology Benchmark Opens in Hong Kong
The Hang Seng Tech Index, which includes China’s two most valuable companies, fell more than Hong Kong’s broader stock market as it sought to give investors a better read on the tech sector’s growth and relative performance. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST … Read more…
Election Officials Found to Be Vulnerable to Email Attacks
A report reveals weaknesses in the country’s diverse, locally administered election system, which attracted state-sponsored hackers four years ago. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Oculus Quest successor pictured: lighter and brighter
The Oculus Quest is the company’s trojan horse. It was first marketed as a standalone headset, the first at the $ 400 price point to dodge the need to be plugged into a PC to function. A little while after … Read more…
Apple is now building the iPhone 11 in India
Apple has wanted to produce devices in India for several years. According to TechCrunch, they had been unable to find a local manufacturer capable of meeting their stringent quality standards, so they’ve had to wait for new assembly lines to … Read more…
Big Tech Funds a Think Tank Pushing for Fewer Rules. For Big Tech.
Google, Amazon and Qualcomm finance a George Mason University institute teaching a hands-off approach to antitrust regulators and judges. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
ASUS’ ROG Phone 3 has a hidden 160 Hz screen mode
The latest ASUS ROG Phone 3 gaming phone is best known for its best-in-class 144 Hz screen, but that’s apparently not even the best it can do. XDA Developers (via Android Police) found a hidden 160Hz refresh option meant for … Read more…
OnePlus Nord review: Almost invisible compromises
The OnePlus Nord offers flagship features for less money. That’s the simple pitch — one that suggests the company is going back to its roots. OnePlus first made a name for itself when it launched its debut smartphone which, back in … Read more…
12 Best Cheap Headphones and Earbuds for $100 or Less (2020)
WIRED Tested. We’ve picked the best affordable in-ear, over-ear, on-ear, wireless, and corded headphones in every price bracket. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The 2020 Back-to-School-But-Stay-at-Home Tech Shopping List
With more students learning online this fall, here’s a guide to teacher-approved back-to-online-school supplies, starting with a good router, an affordable laptop or tablet and over-ear headphones. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Sly Psychology Behind Magicians’ Card Tricks
Is this your card? A recent study found that participants will select the suit or number they were primed to choose. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Could Be Tough Target for Trump Administration
The Trump administration’s efforts to thwart a perceived security threat from video-sharing app TikTok faces challenges beyond those it faced when taking on other Chinese-owned businesses such as Huawei. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Is Target of Trump’s Eye
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Breaking Up Tech Companies Is a Terrible Idea, Says Max Levchin
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Amazon Met With Startups About Investing, Then Launched Competing Products
Some companies regret sharing information with the tech giant and its Alexa Fund. “We may have been naive in believing they weren’t competitive with us,” said one executive. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter Adds More Users, but Revenue and Profit Fall
Twitter reported strong user growth but experienced lingering impacts from the coronavirus pandemic in its latest quarter, as the platform will have to navigate a rocky advertising climate and the fallout from a security breach. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google Takes Aim at Amazon. Again.
The company is unveiling another initiative to compete more effectively with Amazon’s e-commerce business. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
US accuses Russia of firing anti-satellite weapon in space
Officials from the US and the UK have accused Russia of firing an anti—satellite weapon on July 15th. According to US Space Command, the Defense Department arm that’s responsible for military operations in outer space, it found evidence that Russia … Read more…
20 Xbox Series X Games Revealed (Trailers): Every Game Shown
The fourth Xbox is coming this year, and these are its first batch of trailers, including new Halo and Fable games. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
‘Bloomberg Technology’ Full Show (07/22/2020)
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Tesla Posts Fourth-Consecutive Quarterly Profit
The milestone makes the electric auto maker eligible for inclusion in the S&P 500. The auto maker said it has chosen a location near Austin, Texas, for its second U.S. assembly plant. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Slack files antitrust complaint against Microsoft in the EU
Slack has filed an antitrust complaint against Microsoft in the European Union, alleging the latter company is stifling competition with unfair practices such as bundling its collaboration app, Teams, with its Office productivity suite. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
China successfully launches its Tianwen-1 Mars rover
China has launched its Tianwen-1 lander, rover and orbiter mission and successfully reached a pre-determined transfer orbit, according to CASC, the nation’s main space contractor. The mission launched early this morning on a powerful Long March 5 roc… Engadget RSS … Read more…
Tesla Will Build ‘GigaTexas’ to Crank Out Cybertrucks
On the heels of another profitable quarter, despite a coronavirus-induced shutdown of its California plant, the electric-auto maker announced its fourth factory. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
OnePlus Nord starts at $460 with 90 Hz display and 5G support
OnePlus has revealed its much-awaited mid-range smartphone that doesn’t break the bank and is essentially a Lite version of the OnePlus 8. Years after the failure that was the OnePlus X, the company is offering once again an affordable alternative … Read more…
U.S. Accuses Hackers of Trying to Steal Coronavirus Vaccine Data for China
Two suspects in China targeted companies working on vaccines as part of a broader cybertheft campaign to enrich themselves and aid the Chinese government, officials said. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter Takedown Targets QAnon Accounts
The company permanently suspended thousands of accounts associated with the fringe conspiracy theory movement. Facebook was said to be preparing to take similar action. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Waymo and FCA’s expanded deal includes self-driving Ram vans
Ever since 2016 Waymo and FCA (which will soon be known as Stellantis) have partnered on self-driving vehicles and technology, and now that connection is expanding “in several important ways.” From FCA’s side, it’s exclusively using Waymo’s autonomou… Engadget RSS … Read more…
Microsoft’s Xbox Summer Game Fest features 70 playable demos
The summer Xbox event Microsoft announced earlier this month is now live, and it’ll give you access to over 70 playable demos from dozens of developers. You’ll be able to access and play demos until July 27th, though the company … Read more…
EBay to Sell Classified-Ad Business to Norwegian Firm for $9.2 Billion
EBay is to sell its classified-advertising business to Norway’s Adevinta for $ 9.2 billion in cash and stock, in a deal that allows the online auction pioneer to refocus on its core marketplace business while positioning it to benefit from … Read more…
Want to Slow Down Time? Use a Really Slow Clock
Minutes and hours? That’s old thinking. Artist Scott Thrift wants you to see the bigger picture. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
EBay Nears Deal to Sell Classified-Ad Unit to Adevinta
EBay is in advanced talks to sell its classified-ad business to Norway’s Adevinta, according to people familiar with the matter, as the online auction pioneer seeks to refocus on its core marketplace business. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Twitter Struggles to Unpack a Hack Within Its Walls
Even some basic questions about how an array of Twitter’s most popular accounts were taken over remain unanswered. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Intel’s Mobileye will test self-driving cars at up to 80 MPH in Germany
Intel’s Mobileye self-driving division has received regulatory approval to test its vehicles on German roads, Intel announced. With a safety driver at the wheel, it can shake down its systems on city streets and the Autobahn at up to 130 … Read more…
Hydroxychloroquine Still Doesn’t Do Anything, New Data Shows
Two more studies prove that the much-hyped antimalarial doesn’t treat Covid-19. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Netflix Names Ted Sarandos Co-CEO
Netflix continued to be a beneficiary of the shelter-in-place world with the streaming giant beating its forecast for new subscribers as it named programming chief Ted Sarandos co-chief executive. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Widespread Twitter Hack Reaches Bill Gates, Kanye West, Elon Musk, Joe Biden and Barack Obama
Apple was also apparently hacked. It was latest in a series of security failures on the social-media platform. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Massachusetts Launches Uber and Lyft’s Latest Legal Headache
The state sued the ride-hail companies for misclassifying drivers as contractors, following a similar move by California officials. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Kobo Nia Review: A Decent Kindle Alternative
It’s worth the extra $ 10 for this ebook reader to escape Amazon’s stranglehold on our lives. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
SoftBank Explores Sale or IPO for Chip Designer Arm Holdings
The Japanese conglomerate, which bought Arm for $ 32 billion in 2016, is considering a full or partial sale of the British chip designer, or an initial public offering. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
U.K. to Ban Huawei From 5G Networks Amid China Tensions
The British government said it would bar telecom companies from purchasing new equipment made by China’s Huawei and gave them until 2027 to remove its technology from their 5G wireless networks, a sharp about-face that marks a significant victory for … Read more…
4th of July Sales (2020): 14 Great Deals on Outdoor Gear
You can save some cash with these discounts on biking, camping, and climbing equipment. And if you are heading out, stay safe and wear your face mask. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
TikTok Tackles India App Ban, Vowing It’s No Tool for Beijing
TikTok, a popular short-video app, sought to distance itself from Beijing after India banned it and dozens of other Chinese mobile apps in retaliation for a deadly border clash last month. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
4th of July Sales (2020): 32 Best Mattress and Tech Deals This Weekend
From mattresses to laptops, we’ll meet all of your stay-at-home holiday tech needs here. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Wirecard Executive’s Entry Into Philippines Might Have Been Faked
Philippine authorities searching for Jan Marsalek, the former Wirecard executive who ran operations for the German fintech company before it went bust, say they believe immigration documents showing he entered the country last month may have been forged. WSJ.com: WSJD … Read more…
New Mac Ransomware Is Even More Sinister Than It Appears
The malware known as ThiefQuest or EvilQuest also has spyware capabilities that allow it to grab passwords and credit card numbers. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Faces an Ad Boycott. Will Its Business Take a Hit?
Big brands are pausing spending but small business is the social-media giant’s true lifeblood. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Deal: TCL’s 10 Pro and 10L Phones Are 15 Percent Off
The 10 Pro and 10L have quickly become some of our favorite contenders in the budget smartphone space. They’re now discounted for a limited time. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google Strikes Deals to Pay Some Publishers for News
Google said it has reached agreements with selected publishers around the world to license news content, a significant development in the yearslong tug of war between the tech giant and media companies. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Artificial Intelligence Helps to Decode Earthquake Swarms
AI software has yielded one of the most detailed descriptions of so-called earthquake swarms—unpredictable strings of often low-intensity quakes. The analysis could help yield insights into how earthquakes originate. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Olympus is selling its camera business to the company that bought Sony’s VAIO division
The increasing photographic power of smartphones has seen fewer consumers buying digital cameras. They’re still used by hobbyists and professionals, but the number of everyday users has dropped as handsets become more advanced. TechSpot BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Loses Antitrust Decision in Germany Over Data Collection
In a closely watched case, Facebook lost an appeal related to charges that it has violated competition laws by abusing its dominance in social media. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
AI Responsible For Wrongful Arrest In First Known U.S. Case
A man was wrongfully arrested after facial recognition software mismatched his driver’s license photo to surveillance video of someone shoplifting, according to an ACLU complaint. Tech BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Why the Arctic Is Warming So Fast, and Why That’s So Alarming
When permafrost thaws, sea ice disappears, and wildfires rage in the north, the consequences extend to the rest of the world. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Dell Explores Spinoff of $50 Billion Stake in VMware
Dell is considering a spinoff and other options for its stake in the cloud-software giant, as the PC maker seeks to boost the value of its shares. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Andrew Yang Wants Users to Receive Payments for Use of Their Data
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Apple’s New Macs: How They’ll Work After Ditching Intel Chips
Apple on Monday announced a shift from Intel-based processors to its custom-designed chips for future Mac computers, a move that will have major repercussions for Mac users. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Japan’s ARM-based Fugaku is the world’s fastest supercomputer
Japan’s system, Fugaku, which is installed in Kobe and developed by Fujitsu and the government-sponsored Riken institute, managed a High Performance Linpack (HPL) result of 415.5 petaflops. That makes it around 2.8 times faster than the now second-place Summit from … Read more…
How False Antifa Protest Rumors Spread
Claims about the involvement of anti-fascist activists in protests of racism show the many ways false information spreads inside communities online. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Disney+ will launch in eight more European countries on September 15th
If you’re in a European country that’s not yet received Disney+, there may be light at the end of the tunnel for you. Today, the company has announced it’ll roll out to eight more European countries on September 15th — … Read more…
President Trump Just Suspended the Tech Industry’s Favorite Visa
The administration said the move will give US workers access to an additional 525,000 jobs. But sectors with lots of H-1B visas tend to have low unemployment. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple Drops Intel for In-House Chips in Major Shift for Macs
The tech giant is ending a partnership that rejuvenated the Mac computer over the past 15 years, in a split aimed at tightening Apple’s control over its products, customers and software developers. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Meet the College Student Who Created the ReDawn App
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New super-collider approved by CERN: 62 miles long and costs $23 billion
The European Organization for Nuclear Research, better known as Cern, has approved plans for the FCC, which would allow physicists to study the Higgs boson with more precision, learn more about dark matter, and search for new particles and other … Read more…
A Former Google Executive Takes Aim at His Old Company With a Start-Up
Sridhar Ramaswamy once ran Google’s $ 115 billion advertising arm. But he grew disillusioned and worried that growth was too much of a priority. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
UK accused of trying to thwart ‘rival’ COVID-19 apps
As countries around the world were launching their COVID-19 contact-tracing apps to the public, the UK was still trying to decide what its version of the tracker would actually look like. It wanted an independent, centralized approach, then it wanted… … Read more…
European Football Clubs Are Turning to AI for an Assist
Software company Acronis has been storing the data of the best and brightest teams. Now, it wants to use that to help them win games. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple’s WWDC Goes Virtual, and Tech Industry Is Taking Note
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, which starts Monday, is the latest tech conference to shift to an online-only format as companies rethink networking and engagement during the coronavirus crisis. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
All Otterbox Star Wars cases are 20 percent off today only
Otterbox is slashing prices on its Star Wars collection in honor of the punny “I am Your Father’s Day.” Today only, you can save 20 percent off their typically durable cases. These usually run between $ 45 and $ 55 … Read more…
25 Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas and Deals (2020)
If you want to show your appreciation for Dad with something more than a phone call, one of these deals might make the old man smile. But you better hurry! Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple Closes Stores in Four States as Coronavirus Cases Rise
Apple is re-closing 11 stores across four states where cases of the coronavirus have climbed, showing wariness in the business community about the safety of reopening in some places. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Ad Agency Encourages Clients to Join Facebook Ad Boycott
A prominent advertising agency is advising clients to support an ad boycott against Facebook that was recently called for by civil-rights groups, a move that comes amid growing tensions between Madison Avenue and the social network. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL … Read more…
Amazon Touts AI for Social Distancing Amid Worker Complaints
Facing criticism over workplace safety, the company is using cameras, sensors, and augmented reality to warn employees when they’re too close to one another. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook Removes Trump Campaign Ads Over Hate-Symbol Policy
The company said the president’s re-election ads violated its policy against “organized hate.” Some of the content Facebook took down featured a symbol once used by the Nazis, presented without context. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook’s Opt-Out Function Puts Onus on Users, Says Former Obama Campaign Head
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San Francisco Sues DoorDash Over Worker Classification
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Hackers Trigger Far-Reaching Disruption by Targeting Low-Profile Firm
Small and midsize companies are fighting a rising tide of cyberattacks largely out of public view, posing an underappreciated risk for the bigger companies and institutions that use their services. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Samsung rumored to use 1080p/60Hz display in Galaxy Note 20
With Samsung’s recent Galaxy S20 phones all boasting an excellent 120Hz refresh rate, and even the cheapest option offering a 1440 x 3200 screen, it was expected that the Galaxy Note 20 would go down the same route by featuring … Read more…
Tackling the Unsolvable Problem: The Bottomless Email Inbox
For $ 99 a year, Hey wants to help us restore some control. The new service has a way to go — and so does email, come to think of it. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Amazon UK will show its free Premier League matches on Twitch
Amazon is reportedly planning on streaming live Premier League games for free on Twitch in the UK. According to Deadline, the move is intended to give fans the opportunity to interact with each other during matches, and will get streamers … Read more…
The Morning After: Ford’s hands-free driving assist is coming in late 2021
This morning, Ford announced driving assist tech that can better compete with GM’s Super Cruise and Tesla’s Autopilot, but there’s some bad news — Active Drive Assist won’t arrive until late 2021. Ford The electric Mustang Mach-E crossover is its … Read more…
The FDA Revokes Its Emergency Use Authorization for Hydroxychloroquine
So far, no studies have shown that the antimalarial drug can fight Covid-19, and agency officials say its potential benefits do not outweigh its risks. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Bot Mafias Have Wreaked Havoc in ‘World of Warcraft Classic’
Blizzard has suspended or closed over 74,000 accounts in the last month, as bots have upended the game’s economy. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google Sets Hiring Goal to Advance Black Executives
Google announced a new hiring goal to dramatically boost the number of black executives at the search giant. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
JD.com Stock Jumps in Hong Kong Debut
JD.com shares rose on their first day of trading in Hong Kong, as the Chinese e-commerce company completed a secondary listing to coincide with its flagship annual sales event. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
DOJ to Propose Limiting Internet Firms’ Protections
The Justice Department is set to propose a rollback of legal protections that online platforms have enjoyed for more than two decades, in an effort to make tech companies more responsible in how they police their content, according to a … Read more…
The new Corsair One adds a 16-core Ryzen CPU and RTX 2080 Ti to a mini PC
We called the Corsair One the ultimate compact gaming PC back in 2017, awarding it a score of 95. There have been several other, equally impressive versions since then, but the new Corsair One a100 is the series’ first to … Read more…
Apple’s App Store Draws Antitrust Scrutiny in European Union
After complaints from rivals including Spotify, European authorities will investigate Apple’s App Store. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Civil Rights Groups Push for Facebook Ad Boycott
Groups including the Anti-Defamation League and the NAACP, are encouraging big advertisers to pull spending to protest what they say is the company’s failure to make its platform a less-hostile place. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
DoorDash Partners with CVS to Expand Deliveries
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Apple Faces Two EU Antitrust Probes Over Apps
EU authorities launched two probes into whether Apple violated competition laws through its Apple Pay service and App Store, escalating a campaign to curb Silicon Valley giants’ alleged attempts to corner markets and squash rivals. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Here are some of the biggest issues caused by the Windows 10 May 2020 update
As we reported in our Windows 10 Feature Experience Pack article, the May 2020 update has caused issues with Microsoft’s Optimize Drives tool. While it still performs its primary functions of defragging or trimming storage media, the program is unable … Read more…
A Conspiracy Made in America May Have Been Spread by Russia
The Americans who pushed a conspiracy theory the night of the Iowa caucuses have migrated to coronavirus conspiracies on Twitter, with help from a very Russia-friendly account. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Riot’s first official ‘Valorant’ esports tournaments begin this week
It’s been just over two months since Riot Games debuted its tactical first-person shooter, Valorant. In that time, the company has slowly opened access to the game, letting Twitch users to unlock beta keys by visiting their favorite streamers’ channe… … Read more…
Former eBay Execs Allegedly Made Life Hell for Critics
Surveillance. Harassment. A live cockroach delivery. US attorneys have charged six former eBay workers in association with an outrageous cyberstalking campaign. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Former eBay Employees Are Charged With ‘Cyberstalking Campaign’
The Justice Department has charged six former workers at eBay with leading a cyberstalking campaign that targeted the editor and publisher of a newsletter the company viewed as critical of it. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Behind China’s Twitter Campaign, a Murky Supporting Chorus
Swarms of accounts are amplifying Beijing’s brash new messaging as the country tries to shape the global narrative about the coronavirus and much else. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Itch.io offers 700 games in a pay-what-you-want racial justice bundle
You now have a chance to score a massive number of games for a low price — and support an important cause while you’re at it. The game store Itch.io has released a “Bundle for Racial Justice and Equality” pay-what-you-want … Read more…
‘Chernobyl’ director will helm HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ pilot
HBO’s The Last of Us TV series will reunite Chernobyl’s creator with its director, according to Variety. Johan Renck, who directed the five episodes of Chernobyl, has signed on to direct the show’s pilot and to serve as an executive … Read more…
To Adapt to Tech, We’re Heading Into the Shadows
More and more innovation requires going into darker, more inappropriate, less ethical territory. Here’s how to respond. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The Future of Xbox Isn’t Just a Console
With the Xbox Series X on the horizon, Microsoft’s head of videogame hardware sees a future where consoles may no longer be front and center. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Investors’ Love of Tech Drives Booming Market Rally
Individual investors are pouring money into popular technology stocks, contributing to a booming rally that is leading major indexes higher even as economic uncertainty related to the coronavirus lingers. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Local Crime App Citizen Becomes a Key Tool During Protests
Millions of Americans have used social media to understand and communicate about the killing of George Floyd. And for many of those tracking protests, the go-to online tool has been Citizen, an upstart smartphone app. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
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Tech Group Says Trump Executive Order Violates First Amendment
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The Spy Novelist and Covid-19 Skeptic at Center of Amazon Controversy
Alex Berenson’s comments on how governments are handling the pandemic have put him at the center of controversy over the company’s market power. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
The New Recipe for Restaurant Survival? Become the Next Domino’s.
Their dining rooms are closed, their margins have evaporated, and their industry is in turmoil. But a handful of restaurateurs are rebuilding their operations around takeout—without paying sky-high delivery fees. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Dropbox releases an invite-only password management app
However, there’s a catch: the app is invite-only for now. While the general public can download and install it onto their devices, no one can use it without being granted access (presumably a beta key of some kind). TechSpot BEST … Read more…
Using fake crowd noise from NBA 2K video game on live broadcasts would cheapen the experience
The NBA Board of Governors this week approved plans to restart league play on July 31, 2020, a date that was also agreed upon by the National Basketball Players Association. Hoops fans were no doubt overjoyed to receive the news … Read more…
An S.O.S. for Listening at Home
Practical advice for a new home speaker — and not the creepy kind. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Google’s European Search Menu Draws Interest of U.S. Antitrust Investigators
To placate European regulators, the company started giving Android phone users a choice in search engines when they set up their devices. NYT > Technology BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Apple Card may offer monthly installment plans for iPads and Macs
The Apple Card already has perks if you’re buying from Apple itself, but the company is apparently willing to further sweeten those incentives. Bloomberg sources say Apple is planning a Card feature that will let you buy “many” products (not … Read more…
EA allows ‘Madden NFL 21’ Xbox Series X upgrades until ‘NFL 22’ arrives
When EA first introduced an option to upgrade the Xbox One version of Madden NFL 21 to the Xbox Series X release for free, it gave players until March 31st, 2021 to make the decision. That’s not much time if … Read more…
India Is Using More Solar Energy—but It Carries a Lead Risk
In rural areas, solar power is stored in lead batteries. If they aren’t properly recycled, contamination can cause health problems. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Archaeologists Discover the Largest, Oldest Maya Monument Yet
The structure, believed to have served as a ceremonial center 3,000 years ago, was discovered in Tabasco, Mexico. Feed: All Latest BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Black Technologists Hope New Conversations About Race Spark Overdue Change
Several black technology executives said they hope the current attention on racial disparities will bring change, and in turn, expand the participation of blacks in technology in ways they haven’t seen before. WSJ.com: WSJD BEST DEAL UPDATE:
Facebook to Review Content Policies Related to Civil Unrest, Violence
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that the company will review existing policies on how it handles content related to civil unrest or violence, as the company faces criticism over its decision to not moderate or take down certain posts. WSJ.com: … Read more…
Most Saddening Thing Is George Floyd’s Death Isn’t Shocking: Tru Optik CEO
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