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A DECADE of Innovation; Samsung Marks the Beginning of a New Era

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Samsung's Multi-Experience store in Dubai Mall is an innovative first in experienced-based retail solutions

NASA Clears SpaceX Crew Dragon March 2 Test Flight to Space Station

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It’s a “go” for SpaceX’s first uncrewed flight of its passenger capsule. After a flight readiness review Friday, NASA and SpaceX have decided to proceed with plans to conduct Demo-1, the first uncrewed […] The post NASA Clears Spa…

Galaxy S10E vs. iPhone XR: We compare every spec - CNET

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Here's how Samsung's and Apple's affordable flagships stack up spec-by-spec.

Less than one in 10 Americans take necessary steps to prevent identity theft

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Most Americans think they will be victims of cyber crime -– yet not many are concerned about it

Paradoxically, platforms like Uber and Deliveroo could be good for labor unions

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In my research on the platform economy, I've seen a trend of trade unions mainly attacking websites like Uber and Deliveroo. However, I'd like to argue that their focus on a hostile approach is a mistake and they need to consider another tactic. Let me explain…

YouTube demonetizes anti-vaccination videos

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YouTube will demonetize channels that promote anti-vaccination views, after a report by BuzzFeed News found ads, including from health companies, running before anti-vax videos. The platform will also place a new information panel that links to the Wikipedia e…

Galaxy S10 Plus ongoing review, Day 2: What's good and bad so far - CNET

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The Galaxy S10 Plus reveals itself a little more each passing hour.

Galaxy S10 Plus vs. iPhone XS Max, Pixel 3 XL: All specs compared - CNET

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See how Samsung's behemoth Galaxy S10 Plus stacks up against its Apple and Android rivals spec by spec.

YouTube prevents anti-vaccine channels from running ads

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YouTube is killing anti-vaccine channels' ability to earn from advertisements following a BuzzFeed News report that put a spotlight on the spread of anti-vax videos on the platform. During its investigation, the publication discovered that ads, inclu...

Stolen Tesla leads police on chase after owner finds it with Tesla app

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Criminals might want to think twice before stealing Tesla. A man led police on a chase through Riverside, California, after stealing a Tesla from a parking garage. The moment the Tesla was moved from its parking spot, the owner knew that his car was on t…

Oscars 2019: Where to watch the nominated movies - CNET

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A Star is Born? Bohemian Rhapsody? Black Panther? Yeah, we missed a bunch of them too.

CBD Savings: Get These High-Potency CBD Gummies For Under $30

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Have trouble sleeping, feel anxious, or got sore muscles? If traditional therapies have failed you, maybe it's time to give something else a try. Tasty gummies containing CBD, are now offered with savings […] The post CBD Savings: Get These High-Potency…

Russian national, author of NeverQuest banking trojan, pleads guilty

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NeverQuest (Vawtrack) author Stanislav Lisov faces up to five years in prison. To be sentenced in June.

Dragon aces final NASA review, now set for test flight on March 2

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"We expect to learn some things."

Trump's '6G' tweet spurs questions. Is 6G even a thing? - CNET

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If you're confused about the president's tweet that pushes for faster deployment of "5G and even 6G technology," you're not alone.

Galaxy S10 vs. iPhone XS, Pixel 3: Every spec compared - CNET

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How does Samsung's latest Galaxy S10 stack up against its Apple and Android rivals spec-by-spec?

Uber wants to be the 'Amazon of transportation.' BMW and Daimler might do it first.

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Two major car makers just out "Ubered" Uber. Last year, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said he wanted the app to do it all: individual rides, carpools, food deliveries, electric bicycles, e-scooters, self-driving vehicles, and even flying taxis. He wanted Ub…

Fortnite overtime challenges and how to find the dance club and racetrack - CNET

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There are 16 overtime challenges and if you complete 13 of them, you'll get a free Battle Pass.

YouTube removes ads from anti-vaccination video channels - CNET

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The news follows another YouTube advertiser scandal earlier this week over child exploitation.

Apple Watch Series 4 vs. Series 3: Which watch should you buy? - CNET

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We break down the key differences between the Apple Watch Series 4 and the cheaper Series 3 to help you decide which one is best for you.

SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule gets NASA thumbs-up for March test flight - CNET

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The Crew Dragon Demo-1 mission passes NASA flight readiness scrutiny.

Don't count on a 5G iPhone this year. Intel's 5G modems will come in 2020 - CNET

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Intel is now the sole supplier of modems to iPhones.

Twitter co-founder Evan Williams is stepping down from the board - CNET

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He'll leave at the end of the month.

Another Facebook privacy scandal, this time involving its mobile analytics SDK

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Don't be too quick to blame Facebook on this one. The company may not actually be so guilty this time.

Porsche's 992-generation 911 shows off its active aero trickery - Roadshow

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Moveable flaps, wings and slats, oh my!

LeBron James' 'Space Jam 2' Is Coming to Theaters in 2021

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LeBron James’ Space Jam 2 animated flick will finally hit theaters in summer 2021. SpringHill Entertainment and James just teased the Space Jam 2 news on Twitter, which showed an official poster and […] The post LeBron James’ ‘Space Jam…

MWC 2019: Huawei Mate X foldable 5G phone to take on Samsung Galaxy Fold

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Samsung just revealed more details of its upcoming 4G Galaxy Fold device at Unpacked this week. Someone then spotted a billboard going up at MWC that shows Huawei's offering that appears to trump Samsung's model in a couple of ways.

Parched Mars river valley looks surprisingly Earth-like - CNET

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ESA's Mars Express spacecraft gives us a scenic view of remnants from the planet's watery past.

Captain Marvel soars past Wonder Woman, Aquaman for ticket presales - CNET

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Grab your pager and get ready to head back to the 1990s for a solo film about a Marvel heroine who just might save the universe. Here's what we know.

Twitter cofounder Ev Williams is leaving the company's board

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One of Twitter's cofounders is taking a major step back from the company: Ev Williams is leaving the company's board. “It’s been an incredible 13 years, and I’m proud of what Twitter has accomplished during my time with the company. I will co…

Elon Musk hosts PewDiePie's meme review in ongoing T-Series battle - CNET

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YouTube's most subscribed channel calls in a big gun: Elon Musk -- and he's brought a friend.

Briq, the next building block in tech's reconstruction of the construction business, raises $3 milli…

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Bassem Hamdy has been in the construction business for a long time. He spent the last few years at the construction software business Procore, now a $3 billion company developing technology for the construction industry, and now Hamdy is ready to unveil his ne…

OnePlus' sister phone maker, Oppo, wants in on the US market too - CNET

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Oppo has seen the success that Huawei and OnePlus have had in Western markets.

Best webcams 2019: the top webcams for your PC

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Whether you're looking to broadcast yourself on YouTube or chat to the family, these are the best webcams for you.

SAS Brazil creates all-in-one data analytics offering

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The service aims to shave 30 percent off costs related to data initiatives.

Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti: Finally, a Turing Worth Paying for

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Nvidia's latest GPU has dropped. Shedding the RTX branding apparently also allowed Nvidia to build a card with at least some generational upgrade appeal. The post Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti: Finally, a Turing Worth Paying for appeared first on ExtremeTech.

NASA Mars rover Curiosity hiccups, takes a break from science - CNET

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Don't scare us like that, Curiosity.

The best monitor 2019: the top 10 monitors and displays we've reviewed

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We've dug deep to find only the best monitors in the US, UK and Australia.

The best graphics cards 2019: all the top GPUs for gaming

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Now that the new RTX 2080 and 2080 Ti are here, the best graphics cards are capable of so much more

Best 4K monitors 2019: the top Ultra HD monitors and displays

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These are the best 4K monitors to give your PC or Mac an Ultra HD upgrade.

Drivetime trivia app turns your daily commute into a gameshow

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Drivetime commuter trivia app $Free download on App Store or Google Play View Product The Good Interactive without being distracting • Designed knowing you are at the wheel • You might actually learn something • Available to play …

The best projectors 2019: 8 projectors to consider for your home cinema

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Looking to upgrade your home cinema or start a new one? Check out these amazing projectors.

Best virtual machine software of 2019

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Here are some of the best hypervisor apps available that can keep all the virtual versions of a system under complete control.

The clearest images of Ultima Thule reveal a strange-looking object

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There are some interesting details to glean here.

Galaxy S10's best feature is something the iPhone XS doesn't have - CNET

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Your move, Apple.

Best gaming mouse pads 2019: the best mouse mats for gamers

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From the basic unicorn-laden mouse pads to ones with top tech, we're helping gamers decide with a the guide to top gaming mouse mats.

The best gaming monitor 2019: the 10 best gaming screens of the year

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With the best gaming monitors, your games will come alive in ways you can't even imagine.

The best PC gaming headsets 2019

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The best gaming headset brings your game audio to life and won't cramp your ears after long play sessions. Here are the top 15 headsets we've tested ourselves.

Proud Pokémon Parents, It's Time to Show Off

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Read more...More about Pokemon Go, Mashable Reels, Tech, and Gaming

Latchel wants to make maintenance easier for landlords and property managers

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Relationships between landlords and their tenants don’t need to be fraught ones. With Y Combinator -backed Latchel, landlords and property managers can access a 24/7 maintenance service that takes requests from tenants and deploys the right professional …

Virgin Galactic Reaches New Record Altitude in Latest Test Flight

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The company just completed yet another test flight of its rocket-powered spaceplane, reaching the highest altitude yet of 55.87 miles (89.8 kilometers). The post Virgin Galactic Reaches New Record Altitude in Latest Test Flight appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Best PC power supply 2019: top PSUs for your PC

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Looking for the best power supplies? We've picked out the best ones.

Galaxy S10 has an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. Here's why you should care - CNET

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What's an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner and why is it good?

Best processors 2019: top CPUs for your PC

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We've hand-picked the 10 best CPUs to get your PC running around at the speed of sound.

INF Treaty exit? Putin says he's ready to escalate to Cuban Missile Crisis levels

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And by the way, that unlimited range nuclear torpedo? It's ready to deploy.

The best mouse of 2019: 10 top computer mice compared

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Hand numb? Need more features? Read our guide to the best mice.

Squid Protein Could Be an Eco-Friendly Alternative to Plastics, Study Finds

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Plastic is polluting oceans worldwide by harming marine life and underwater habitats, but scientists are proposing another sustainable solution to the issue: squid protein. Penn State University scientists say the proteins used to […] The post Squid Prot…

Best computer 2019: the best PCs we've tested

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It might be time to get yourself one of the best computers of 2019, handpicked by our PC experts.

Period tracking app says it will stop sharing health data with Facebook

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After The Wall Street Journal reported that popular period-tracking app Flo had been secretly sharing some of its users' most personal health data with Facebook, Flo is promising to make some changes. Along with a number of other popular health apps, Flo used …

Fortnite World Cup kicks off in April with $30 million final in July - CNET

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The solo champion will walk away with $3 million.

The best PC case 2019: top cases for your desktop computer

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We looked at the best PC cases you can buy, whether you want a mid- or full-tower desktop, or even a micro-ATX or mini-ITX rig.

Samsung Galaxy Fold: Eye-catching or a new gimmick? - CNET

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CNET Asks: Samsung's Galaxy Fold stole the spotlight from the Galaxy S10, but do you really want it?

Best all-in-one PCs 2019: top compact AIO desktops

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All-in-one PCs come with Windows 10, macOS Sierra and ChromeOS these days. But which is best?

Twitter co-founder Ev Williams to step down from the company's board

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Ev Wiliams is stepping down from Twitter's board of directors effective at the end of the month, according to documents submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday.

The best gaming PC 2019: 10 of the top gaming desktops you can buy

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Equipped with the latest processors and graphics cards, these are the best gaming PC 2019 has brought forth.

Best gaming mouse 2019: the best gaming mice we've tested

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It's time to find the best gaming mouse for your new PC, and we have the expert advice to get you there.

Best RAM 2019: the top memory for your PC

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Picking out RAM can be confusing but to help speed your computer, check out this guide to the top ten memory kits for various computing needs.

Forget Galaxy Fold: 5G and foldable phones go big at MWC 2019 - CNET

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With international intrigue and a 5G coming-out party, this show doesn't need the boost of a Samsung event.

Best CPU cooler 2019: top CPU coolers for your PC

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The best CPU coolers of 2019 are here. Targeting all budgets and PC sizes, which will it be?

Galaxy S10: Here's what photos from the camera look like - CNET

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OK, the Galaxy S10 Plus to be specific.

6 major challenges foldable phones need to overcome to prove they're not a fad

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Foldable phones are really, finally, happening this year. But almost nobody should buy one until their many kinks are worked out. Earlier this week, Samsung upstaged its own Galaxy S10 unveiling (all four of them) with another big announcement: its foldable Ga…

Here's all the stuff you could buy for the price of a Galaxy Fold - CNET

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Samsung's transforming phone looks amazing, but I've got about two thousand reasons I won't get a Fold. Again, I'd like to -- just can't justify it.

Elon Musk finally hosted meme review with the co-creator of Rick and Morty

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Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has been teasing - and his fan base has been making pleas - to host a meme review. And after tweeted hints, meme review has arrived via YouTube star PewDiePie. Musk tweeted last month a photo and a question “Host meme revie…

Can you tell between a real and computer-generated face?

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The test is simple enough: Guess which human face is real and which is not. You'd be surprised how tricky it can get. Read more...More about Mashable Video, Artificial Intelligence, Nvidia, University Of Washington, and Gan

Frontier demands $4,300 cancellation fee despite horribly slow Internet

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Internet was often unusable, but ISP charges giant fee to one-person business.

What to Stream on Amazon Prime This Weekend

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The weekend is the best for winter festivities, including ice skating, drinking hot chocolate, and binge-watching some Amazon Prime flicks. We've rounded up must-see movies, TV shows, and documentaries that you can stream […] The post What to Stream on A…

'Tetris 99' Is the Only Good Battle Royale Game

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Apex Legends wasn't the only free battle royale game to drop out of nowhere this month. At the most recent Nintendo Direct we learned about Tetris 99, a new spin on the classic […] The post ‘Tetris 99’ Is the Only Good Battle Royale Game appe…

'Fortnite' World Cup Finals Will Have a Massive $30 Million Prize Pool

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Get ready to fight off the zombies and dance it out: The Fortnite World Cup Finals are coming this summer and $30,000,000 is available for competing players. On Friday, Epic Games, Fortnite’s developer, announced the e-sports […] The post ‘Fo…

Apple confirms its plans to close retail stores in the patent troll-favored Eastern District of Texa…

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Apple has confirmed its plans to close retail stores in the Eastern District of Texas — a move that will allow the company to better protect itself from patent infringement lawsuits, according to Apple news sites 9to5Mac and MacRumors, which broke the ne…

Facebook Will Shut Down Its Data Collection VPN Onavo

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A VPN is supposed to help preserve your privacy, but free VPNs are a very different animal. A free VPN from Facebook? That's just asking for trouble. The post Facebook Will Shut Down Its Data Collection VPN Onavo appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Cheap all-display phones are coming to kill the notch

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A good few months ago, TNW was utterly mesmerized by the Vivo Nex phone. This all-body handset concealed its selfie camera with an unusual pop-out mechanical mechanism. Although it didn't make its way to the west, it was an interesting glimpse of what a post-n…

Save $30 on these very stylish Urbanears Bluetooth headphones on Amazon

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If you live in a big city, then you've probably seen people on the subway or walking down a crowded sidewalk wearing hipster-friendly and very colorful retro headphones from Urbanears, a company based in Sweden known for premium sound quality and style. The au…

Reggie Fils-Aime, Famous Black Nintendo of America President, Retires This April

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The video game industry still has a lot of issues when it comes to making the public actually aware of who it is that makes the products we all enjoy. The visible faces […] The post Reggie Fils-Aime, Famous Black Nintendo of America President, Retires Th…

Fortnite goes big on esports for 2019 with $100 million prize pool

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Epic Games, maker of the ultra popular Battle Royale game Fortnite, is putting up another $100 million in prize cash for competitive tournaments in 2019. The company made waves in the esports world last year, announcing a $100 million prize pool for the 2018 c…

FTC plans to examine loot boxes with public workshop later this year

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Move represents the first federal government action on an increasingly political issue.

Halo Infinite now linked to next Xbox's launch, rumor suggests RPG elements

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Are you ready for a Halo game where "the story adapts to decisions the user makes"?

GPS satellites have a little-known 'Millennium Bug' problem of their own

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Do you remember the panic surrounding the Millenium Bug? Computer programs, built when storage space was at a premium, would often represent years as two digits. 1998 would appear as 98, and so on. When the millennium arrived, these two-digit years would roll …

Report: Zoom, the video conferencing company, may be a public company as early as April

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The video conferencing company Zoom is aiming to file a public S-1 by the end of March, according to a new report in Business Insider that adds the company could go public as soon as April. Business Insider reported last month that Zoom had filed confidentiall…

Pinstagram? Instagram code reveals Public Collections feature

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Instagram is threatening to attack Pinterest just as it files to go public the same way the Facebook-owned app did to Snapchat. Code buried in Instagram for Android shows the company has prototyped an option to create public “Collections” to which …

Sackler behind OxyContin fraud offered twisted, mind-boggling defense

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First, maybe only, deposition of a Sackler offers rare glimpse into their thinking.

Out of traffic, into a ditch: Why Waze on snowy mountain roads could be a bad idea

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Rachael got out of her car, crying as she walked through a foot and a half of snow, looking for a paved road that could take her out of the mountains. Instead, she found herself staring into the face of a horse wearing a blanket. How did Rachael &#…

Hayabusa2 touches down on asteroid, shoots it

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Impactor blasts bits of asteroid into a sample collection cone.

The Hottest Cars From BMW Test Fest

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The latest and sportiest from BMW, Mini, and even Rolls-Royce. We ride and drive in the new BMW X7 super-SUV, and also the BMW X3 Competition -- think of an M-car on even more steroids. The post The Hottest Cars From BMW Test Fest appeared first on ExtremeTec…

Ocasio-Cortez Discusses Why 'Farting Cows' Are Bad for Green New Deal

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In this special edition of MashTalk, Mashable sits down with Ray Soto, Director of Emerging Technology for USA Today, at CES 2019. Soto discusses his team's latest projects that bring an entirely new perspective and interactive experience to contemporary…

Ocasio-Cortez Discusses Why 'Farting Cows' Are Bad for Green New Deal

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In this special edition of MashTalk, Mashable sits down with Ray Soto, Director of Emerging Technology for USA Today, at CES 2019. Soto discusses his team's latest projects that bring an entirely new perspective and interactive experience to contemporary…

Japanese safety video teaches cats the rules of the road

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As a species, we've done a pretty bang up job making the rest of the planet incredibly dangerous for other animals. Ask any badger and they'll tell you, 'humans are the worst.' Roadways are particularly treacherous to the rest of the animal kingdom..…

Verified Expert Lawyer: Jose Ancer

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Jose Ancer is first of all a startup lawyer, with a client portfolio of startups of various stages based around Texas and other similar ecosystems outside of Silicon Valley. He's also the CTO of Egan Nelson LLP, a boutique firm, where he actively is also build…

Sebastian Thrun initiates aggressive plan to transform Udacity

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“I'm a fighter. I believe in our people, I believe in our mission, and I believe that it should exist and must exist.” Sebastian Thrun is talking animatedly about Udacity, the $1 billion online education startup that he co-founded nearly eight year…

One in three businesses are unsure about their 2019 online strategy

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Brands are missing opportunities to engage their customers and visitors to their website, according to a new survey.

What Silicon Valley can learn from Pinterest

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When was the last time a social media company could say it had a good week? Because that's something the often overlooked social media platform Pinterest can actually claim today. On Thursday, the Wall Street Journal reported that Pinterest had confidentially …

Virgin Galactic Reaches Space Again, This Time With First Test Passenger On Board

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The second time is sweeter for Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic. Two months after the inaugural spaceflight, Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity has reached space again in a test flight over Mojave, California. This time, VSS […] The po…

SpaceX to European competitors: We're not subsidized, you are

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"Subsidies help protect foreign launch service providers from American competition."

What to Stream on Hulu This Weekend

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Whether you've breezed through the week (or not), it's time to enjoy the weekend. We've curated must-see documentaries, TV series, and films to watch on Hulu from February 22 to March 1. Fierce lawyers, demon hunters, and […] The post What to Stream on H…

Daimler and BMW invest $1.1 billion in urban mobility services

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Daimler AG and BMW Group officially agreed to merge their urban mobility services into a single holding company back in March 2018 with a 50 percent stake each. And now, they want to unify their services under five categories by creating five joint ventures - …

NHS told to ditch 'outdated' pagers

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The health secretary wants to scrap the "archaic technology" which costs the NHS about £6.6m a year.

Daily Crunch: Pinterest files to go public

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The Daily Crunch is TechCrunch’s roundup of our biggest and most important stories. If you’d like to get this delivered to your inbox every day at around 9am Pacific, you can subscribe here. 1. Pinterest files confidentially to go public The busine…

Instant Pot Lux is $30 off at Walmart — get it for just $69

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It can be tempting to opt for an easy frozen dinner when you’re feeling lazy. But you shouldn’t have to compromise taste and quality just because you don’t feel like cooking. Instant Pot pressure cookers allow you to create legit, homemade me…

Hayabusa 2 Successfully Collects Sample From Asteroid Ryugu

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The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) sent a long-awaited command, and the probe landed on the surface of the asteroid Ryugu, shot it with a bullet, and floated back upward. The post Hayabusa 2 Successfully Collects Sample From Asteroid Ryugu appeared …

Update regulations on medical AI, experts plead

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The field of medicine is, like other industries and disciplines, in the process of incorporating AI as a standard tool, and it stands to be immensely useful - if it’s properly regulated, argue researchers. Without meaningful and standardized rules, it wi…

'Star Trek: Discovery' Season 2, Episode 6 Recap: What Prime Directive?

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How do you top a three-episode arc about journeying into the mycelial network and the emotional resurrection of a beloved character? Well, you don’t. Instead, Star Trek: Discovery went back to the basics with […] The post ‘Star Trek: Discover…

Edelman survey: Californians trust tech industry far less than the rest of US

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The popularity of the tech industry is waning unless its leadership steps up to address local and societal issues -- tech workers will do it if their bosses won't.

Why putting Xbox games on Switch isn't as ridiculous as it might sound

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Rumored Microsoft/Nintendo collaboration wouldn't be totally out of character.

Virgin Galactic sends its first passenger to the edge of space

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Virgin Galactic sent its first test passenger into sub-space today. The company's chief astronaut instructor Beth Moses accompanied two pilots on a flight 55.85 miles above the Earth, just a few miles below the internationally recognized space bounda...

Ice Climbing World Cup Heads to America for the First Time

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This weekend, some of the world’s top ice climbers are competing at the 2019 Ice Climbing World Cup, which, for the first time ever, will be held on U.S. turf. The 2019 Ice […] The post Ice Climbing World Cup Heads to America for the First Time app…

Cheap laptop alert: Save $150 on the Dell Inspiron 15 5000 at Walmart

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Desktop PC computers can certainly break the bank, but getting left out of crystal clear movie-watching and high-level gaming graphics doesn't feel great. There must be some other way to experience these perks without having to apply for a loan, right? The ans…

Opera Touch brings website cookie blocking to iOS

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Last fall, Opera introduced Opera Touch for iOS — a solid alternative to Safari on iPhone, optimized for one-handed use. Today, the company is rolling out a notable new feature to this app: cookie blocking. Yes, it can now block those annoying dialogs th…

Best 4K smart TV deals: Sony, RCA, VIZIO, Samsung, and more on sale this weekend

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There are a number of great TV events coming up over the next few weeks — including the 91st Academy Awards ceremony, the final season premiere for Game of Thrones, and The Bachelor season finale — that it would be a shame if you missed out on them…

Intel's Fundamentally New MESO Architecture Could Arrive in a Few Years

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Intel's new MESO architecture could appear in products more quickly than anticipated, particularly in AI. The post Intel’s Fundamentally New MESO Architecture Could Arrive in a Few Years appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Google ends forced arbitration for all employees

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Employees will be able to sue in court, including class-action lawsuits.

Facebook VPN that snoops on users is pulled from Android store

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Facebook also stops recruiting new users for controversial "Research" program.

Save up to 30% ($450!) on refurbished MacBooks and MacBook Pros on Amazon

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Everyone is always asking when the best time to do something is. We're not sure when the best time to post on Instagram is or when the best time to say "I love you" is (not after two dates, though), but we do know this: The best time to buy a new MacBook…

MovieBob Reviews: 'How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World'

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The How To Train Your Dragon movies occupy a space in the family-animation pantheon where they’re generally regarded as good, but also not so good that you really remember them all that well until there's […] The post MovieBob Reviews: ‘How t…

Huawei's billboard may have just leaked its foldable phone

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Huawei's big reveal at next week's Mobile World Congress may have been scooped by a billboard. An advertisement on display at the event, spotted by Twitter user @gimme2pm, shows a yet-to-be-announced folding smartphone called the Huawei Mate X. Engad…

Can we ever evaluate technical debt?

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Every couple of months, I talk to an entrepreneur who is interested in building a marketplace for buying and selling app businesses (i.e. the actual IP and ownership of an app or other piece of software). These markets always seem to suffer from a lack of liqu…

Firefly planning a major rocket assembly and launch facility in Florida

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The new location will support the production of up to 24 Alpha rockets a year.

Lyft plans to launch IPO next month

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Driving service Lyft is planning to beat Uber to the punch of launching an IPO. At the end of last year, both companies filed the necessary paperwork around the same time. Should Lyft go public on March 18 as planned, it would be the only ride-hailing company …

Japan's Hayabusa-2 Spacecraft 'Fires a Bullet' Into Asteroid Ryugu

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Japan’s Hayabusa-2 spacecraft has successfully landed on asteroid Ryugu and “fired a bullet” into the space rock to collect dust samples. On Thursday, the Hayabusa-2 touched down onto Ryugu and tapped a horn-shaped appendage […] The pos…

Snapchat is in the middle of an identity crisis

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There was a time a year or so ago when, if a friend wanted to send me a meme or a funny selfie, it would be on Snapchat. But I don't remember the last time that happened; at some point Instagram became our go-to messaging app. And apparently I'm not.…

5 things you should know about STOs

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Last weekend Hard Fork flew Seattle to attend NEO's second ever developer conference. Besides getting to see and hear from NEO itself, we got to meet a host of developers that are trying to use the NEO platform to bring their dapps to life. While there, I mode…

Inside Tesla's solar energy astroturfing

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Tesla has been masking its lobbying efforts on solar panels and battery storage through the Energy Freedom Coalition of America, a trade association that is little more than a front for the automaker and alternative energy company, public documents suggest. So…

ET Deals: Three Months of Mint Mobile with 8GB of LTE for $20

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If you're tired of suffering through the exorbitant rates of the major carriers, consider moving over to an MVNO like Mint Mobile. Not only does Mint use T-Mobile towers for significant coverage throughout the US, but your first three months will cost you just…

Nike app for self-tying shoe comes undone

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The Google Android app that controls the new Adapt BB fails to sync with wearers' feet.

The Best Free PS4 Games of 2019

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The free-to-play model has expanded well beyond the PC and it's now an important part of the gaming ecosystem; here are our favorites on the PS4. The post The Best Free PS4 Games of 2019 appeared first on ExtremeTech.

What to Stream on Netflix This Weekend

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Major spending by Alphabet could be the reason investors are spooked about the company's latest earnings.

Do money apps make us better or worse with our finances?

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Apps that help us manage our money are proving increasingly popular, but how effective are they?

Alphabet revenue slightly beats expectations

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Google announced its Q4 2018 earnings, slightly beating revenue expectations.

Microsoft: What went right under Satya Nadella?

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How Satya Nadella turned around the tech firm's fortunes.

Why Trump's DOJ doesn't want to break up Facebook

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President Trump's assistant attorney general doesn't seem too keen on breaking up Facebook.

Why VPNs won't always keep you safe online

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Apple's war with Facebook has gone nuclear

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Apple's services business is supposed to help pick up as iPhone sales flatten, but some analysts say it could be in danger.

Haidilao: Robots staff China's top hotpot chain

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Robot waiters and chefs form the future of hotpot chain Haidilao.

Microsoft cloud business booms 20%

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Microsoft (MSFT) on Wednesday revenue was $32.5 billion in line with expectations.

How gaming could be huge for Apple's business

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Apple is reportedly working on a subscription video game service similar to Netflix.

How to see what Facebook, Google, and Twitter know about you

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Facebook, Google, and Twitter use your information to sell ads. Here's how to see what they know about you.

These people are trying to make Congress smarter about tech policy

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These groups are trying to make politicians smarter about technology.

Verizon CEO: 5G will be a transformative technology

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Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg says 5G wireless will be a transformative technology that will spur growth across several sectors.

Microsoft president: Tech industry must 'step up to the right principles'

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Microsoft President Brad Smith is calling on the tech industry to protect consumers' data and privacy amid a rash of data leaks and breaches within the last year.

Here's the unambiguous bright spot in Netflix's disappointing earnings announcement

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Netflix reported mixed earnings on Thursday, but its international subscriber growth was a major bright spot.

How to shop for a new TV before the Super Bowl

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Before you head out to buy a new TV for the Super Bowl, you'll want to check out these shopping tips.

Despite its price increase, Netflix is still a deal - for now

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Netflix is raising its prices on U.S. subscriptions, but the streaming service is still a heck of a deal.

Daimler Trucks CEO says intelligent big rigs are going to roads this year

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Daimler is bringing smart trucks to highways later this year.

Honda Dream Drive can earn you Amazon gift cards for riding in your car

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Honda's new Dream Drive app lets you make dinner reservations, order food and pay for gas from your car's infotainment system. Even more impressive, though, it can earn you gift cards on the go.

Lenovo's new Smart Tab is a tablet and Amazon Echo Show in one

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Amazon's Alexa is everywhere at CES 2019, from doorbells and pet cameras to smart bikes and washing machines.

Google's Assistant is getting more features to take on Amazon's Alexa

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Google's is bringing its Assistant to a slew of new devices in 2019.

Alienware rolls out its monstrous Area-51m gaming laptop at CES

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Alienware has announced its ridiculously powerful Area-51m laptop at CES 2019.

Alienware debuts new m15 and m17 gaming laptops

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Alienware's new m15 and m17 laptops bring the gaming heat to CES 2019.

The one bright spot in Apple's dramatic letter to investors

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Apple's earnings preview has investors on edge, but there's a bright spot that could become the company's crown jewel.

Apple's Chinese competitors figured out how to make better Apple products than Apple

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Apple's poor performance in China has a lot to do with that country's own homegrown handsets.

No, Netflix and Spotify weren't spying on your Facebook Messenger account

more than 30 days ago

Facebook's latest scandal surrounding is Messenger app is overblown, but there are still plenty of other reasons to distrust the company.

How America's tech giants can regain our trust in 2019

more than 30 days ago

Here's what Big Tech must do to rebuild trust with consumers and lawmakers.

The 5 best smartphones of 2018

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These are the 5 best smartphones of 2018.

Facebook wants to give you a way to fight having your posts taken down

more than 30 days ago

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wants to give you a way to appeal to the site when your posts get taken down.

Why Big Tech is breaking free of Silicon Valley

more than 30 days ago

Big Tech is breaking free of Silicon Valley in search of new ideas. And to spread its influence.

Starbucks debuts NYC's most grandiose store with 23,000 square-foot Roastery

more than 30 days ago

Starbucks' NYC location offers an 'immersive experience' where customers can taste small-batch coffees roasted on-site or drinks like whiskey barrel-aged cold brew along with traditional espresso offerings.

Google's public response to Russian trolls is very different from Facebook's

more than 30 days ago

Google is still fighting Russian agitators seeking to penetrate its services in an effort to spread disinformation and sow discord among Americans.

Google Maps will now help you find Lime scooters

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Google is bringing Lime scooters to its Maps app.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai calls for privacy legislation

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai told lawmakers on Tuesday that he would support a single framework for consumer data protection.

Microsoft is asking the government to regulate the company's facial recognition tech

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Microsoft president Brad Smith is calling on the federal government to step in and pass laws to prevent the abuse of facial recognition technologies.

'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' review: An audacious and accessible fighter

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'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' is the biggest 'Smash' yet, and it's absolutely the best entry in the franchise.

What is Huawei? China crown jewel now in US crosshairs

more than 30 days ago

The arrest of Huawei's CFO and expected extradition to the U.S. is cranking up pressure on the trade war between the U.S. and China.

$7 billion Slack is lagging on a key sexual harassment policy

more than 30 days ago

Recently, tech giants including Google and Facebook ended their policies of forced arbitration for employees' claims of sexual harassment and assault. In an interview for "Breakouts" on Yahoo Finance, Slack co-founder and chief technology officer Cal Henderso…

Microsoft announces live captioning and subtitles for deaf

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Microsoft is bringing live captioning and real-time translation to its PowerPoint and Skype apps for International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Roku's new wireless speakers offer great sound, but have one big flaw

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Tim Cook: 'We won't give a platform to violent conspiracy theorists'

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Apple CEO Tim Cook took the stage at the Anti-Defamation League's Annual Summit on Anti-Semitism and Hate where he declared white supremacists and conspiracy theorists have no place on the company's platforms.

Deputy AG Rosenstein calls on Big Tech to protect users

more than 30 days ago

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein says tech companies need to keep consumers safe, while also providing a way for police to break through their systems' encryptions. Technology companies need to stop putting profits and growth over the safety and securit…

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