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Logo alert! Fiat Chrysler and Groupe PSA unveil new logo - Roadshow
This combined multinational entity will be called Stellantis. No, that's not the name of some anti-itch cream or a singles resort in the...
Read dispatchBest Buy Black Friday 2020 ad: See everything going on sale starting Nov. 22 - CNET
Looking for Best Buy's Black Friday ad circular? We have a scan of the whole ad, plus the best ads to keep an eye on. from CNET News h...
Read dispatchFacebook removed seven pages, with over 2.45 million followers, tied to Steve Bannon for pushing misinformation about voter fraud and election results (Elizabeth Dwoskin/Washington Post)
Elizabeth Dwoskin / Washington Post : Facebook removed seven pages, with over 2.45 million followers, tied to Steve Bannon for pushing mi...
Read dispatchApple Silicon Macs will run iOS apps but some developers, including Facebook, Google, and the developers of Candy Crush and Among Us, have already opted out (Filipe Espósito/9to5Mac)
Filipe Espósito / 9to5Mac : Apple Silicon Macs will run iOS apps but some developers, including Facebook, Google, and the developers of C...
Read dispatchFacebook and Google have been blocking political ads since Election Day, which Democrats say is hurting fundraising in the lead up to Georgia's upcoming runoffs (Issie Lapowsky/Protocol)
Issie Lapowsky / Protocol : Facebook and Google have been blocking political ads since Election Day, which Democrats say is hurting fundr...
Read dispatchWhat Makes Sand Soft?
Understanding how grains flow is vital for everything from landslide prediction to agricultural processing, and scientists aren’t very good ...
Read dispatchTim Berners Lee's Inrupt startup releases an enterprise version of the Solid privacy platform, which allows organizations to build privacy-focused apps (Ron Miller/TechCrunch)
Ron Miller / TechCrunch : Tim Berners Lee's Inrupt startup releases an enterprise version of the Solid privacy platform, which allows...
Read dispatchTrump will lose special Twitter protections when Biden takes office
U.S. President Donald Trump will be subject to the same Twitter rules as any other user when President-elect Joe Biden takes office. Read ...
Read dispatchWhat it takes to pitch a game
One of the most difficult parts of independent game development is getting funding for your project. Here's some tips for doing so. Re...
Read dispatchEve Online video game helps scientists understand Covid-19
Gamers have completed 47 million mini-game tasks amounting to 36 years categorising cells. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35b7n...
Read dispatchIndian grocery delivery service Bigbasket confirms it suffered a data breach in which attackers stole user email ids, mobile phone numbers, and full addresses (Saritha Rai/Bloomberg)
Saritha Rai / Bloomberg : Indian grocery delivery service Bigbasket confirms it suffered a data breach in which attackers stole user emai...
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Sunday, November 8, 2020
Tim Berners-Lee startup launches privacy-focused service to secure your data - CNET
Inrupt wants you to control who can see your data. from CNET News https://ift.tt/36csNtm via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchFree speech Twitter alternative Parler becomes top downloaded app as conservatives rally support to leave Twitter and Facebook (Emma Colton/Washington Examiner)
Emma Colton / Washington Examiner : Free speech Twitter alternative Parler becomes top downloaded app as conservatives rally support to l...
Read dispatchApple suspends new business with key supplier Pegatron after discovering violations of labor rules related to a student worker program (Bloomberg)
Bloomberg : Apple suspends new business with key supplier Pegatron after discovering violations of labor rules related to a student worke...
Read dispatchAlan Turing: Stolen items to be returned to UK from US after decades
A collection of items belonging to the Bletchley Park code-breaker were stolen from Dorset in 1984. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...
Read dispatchCovid: Romance fraudsters 'target lonely' in lockdown
A widow lost her life savings after being used as a "money mule" by a man she fell in love with. from BBC News - Technology http...
Read dispatchJack Ma's terrible week
How Jack Ma's clash with the Chinese authorities stopped the biggest-ever share market debut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...
Read dispatchQ&A with iFixit CEO Kyle Wiens about the new Massachusetts car repair ballot measure, parallels with the right to repair battle with Apple, and more (David Pierce/Protocol)
David Pierce / Protocol : Q&A with iFixit CEO Kyle Wiens about the new Massachusetts car repair ballot measure, parallels with the ri...
Read dispatchThe best espresso machine for 2020: Cuisinart, Breville, Mr. Coffee and more - CNET
We tested popular espresso machines from Breville, Nespresso, Mr. Coffee, Cuisinart, DeLonghi and others. Here's what we learned. from...
Read dispatchTom Holland wears two masks in first Spider-Man 3 set photo - CNET
"Wear a mask, I'm wearing two." from CNET News https://ift.tt/2I8VBLu via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchVirgin Hyperloop pod transport tests first passenger journeys
The "sci-fi" travel concept involves travelling in pods inside vacuum tubes at very high speeds. from BBC News - Technology http...
Read dispatchBest reusable water bottles to give as gifts in 2020 - CNET
These are the best alternatives to disposable plastic water bottles. from CNET News https://ift.tt/2ImpXtl via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchA Step Forward in the Promise of Ultrafast ‘Hyperloops’
Two employees of Virgin Hyperloop traveled on a small system the company has built near Las Vegas, the first such manned test. from NYT ...
Read dispatchHow artificial intelligence may be making you buy things
Retailers are increasingly using AI to try to predict and encourage what customers purchase. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32n...
Read dispatchThe best hair dryers in 2020 - CNET
Tired of your less-than-stellar hair dryer? Here are the pros' picks. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3jaPHGZ via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchWatch Alec Baldwin's Donald Trump concession speech on SNL - CNET
Baldwin sings a slowed-down version of The Village People's Macho Man. from CNET News https://ift.tt/38q8Wtd via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchGermany-based challenger bank Vivid Money, which lets customers create sub-accounts called pockets with their own IBAN numbers, raises $17.6M Series A (Romain Dillet/TechCrunch)
Romain Dillet / TechCrunch : Germany-based challenger bank Vivid Money, which lets customers create sub-accounts called pockets with thei...
Read dispatchSave $50 on Apple Watch SE: Now starting at $230 at Amazon, Walmart and Target - CNET
This is first solid Black Friday Apple Watch price cut we've seen. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3eD1MD4 via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchPresident Trump's legacy: Clashes with tech and a struggle against COVID-19 - CNET
Trump, who sparred with the likes of Twitter and Facebook, despite immense popularity on those platforms, is defeated by Joe Biden. from C...
Read dispatchBright projector, outdoor speaker, good Wi-Fi: Your backyard movie night checklist - CNET
In many parts of the US it's still warm enough to enjoy an evening's entertainment under the stars. Here's what you need. from...
Read dispatchBest laptops, desktops and tablets for designers and creatives in 2020 - CNET
Here's a place to start when companies like Apple, HP and Microsoft overwhelm you with choices. from CNET News https://ift.tt/2IhKwqQ ...
Read dispatchiPhone 12's Lightning port may be the next thing Apple kills - CNET
Commentary: Going by iPhone 12 naming standards, it's possible that the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max would be portless, while the iPhone...
Read dispatchThe Best Electric Cargo Bikes for Families
We’ve spent several years riding and testing extra large ebikes for hauling little ones and getting around town. from Wired https://ift.tt...
Read dispatchThe Black Hole Information Paradox Comes to an End
In a landmark series of calculations, physicists have proved that black holes can shed information, which seems impossible by definition. ...
Read dispatchiPhone 12 drop test results are in: Ceramic shield is as tough as it sounds - CNET
We dropped and scraped the iPhone 12 to find out how much the new "ceramic shield" screen can handle. Spoiler: It's a lot more...
Read dispatchHow to Use Apple, Google, and Microsoft's Parental Controls
Each of the big three offers a wealth of options to limit screen time, find lost devices, and more. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JOF2EY via...
Read dispatchiPhone 12 vs. Pro and Pro Max: The features that might convince you to go Pro - CNET
Do you really need an iPhone 12 "Pro" model or is the regular iPhone 12 enough? from CNET News https://ift.tt/3k7UYPa via A.I ....
Read dispatchMagSafe on iPhone 12: I was wrong to doubt Apple's magnetic charger - CNET
One day in and MagSafe has snapped itself into my life. But how many variations will there be? from CNET News https://ift.tt/3n6oIhk via ...
Read dispatchThe 17 best tech gifts for the whole family this 2020
Finish your shopping list with this one-stop gadget gift guide for everyone in the family, including your pet. from Emerging Tech | Digita...
Read dispatchiPhone 12 vs. Pixel 5: Apple and Google's 5G flagships compared - CNET
For the operating system agnostic, the choice between Pixel 5 and iPhone 12 might come down to design, camera, battery, performance -- or pr...
Read dispatchGoogle Pixel 5's wimpy camera is driving me to the iPhone 12 - CNET
Commentary: For this photo enthusiast, the Pixel 5's middling camera hardware has undercut Google's advanced image processing. fro...
Read dispatchThe Mandalorian season 2 episode 2 recap: Baby Yoda, Mando take a creepy detour - CNET
In the episode titled The Passenger, the live-action Disney Plus Star Wars show brings us on a weird adventure. from CNET News https://ift...
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Saturday, November 7, 2020
As smart TVs become more popular, advertisers want the advantages of better targeting while avoiding the privacy mistakes made by the online ad industry (Sahil Patel/Wall Street Journal)
Sahil Patel / Wall Street Journal : As smart TVs become more popular, advertisers want the advantages of better targeting while avoiding ...
Read dispatchData breach leaks sensitive, private, and financial data of millions of customers from Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com, and others who use Prestige Software (Waqas/HackRead)
Waqas / HackRead : Data breach leaks sensitive, private, and financial data of millions of customers from Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.co...
Read dispatchAI companies like Unanimous.ai and Expert.ai say they correctly predicted election results in battleground states while traditional polling again falls short (Wall Street Journal)
Wall Street Journal : AI companies like Unanimous.ai and Expert.ai say they correctly predicted election results in battleground states w...
Read dispatchBest facial recognition security cameras of 2020 - CNET
Want a security camera that IDs faces? Here are your top choices. from CNET News https://ift.tt/31svRjC via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchChina-based e-signature services provider Esign raises $151M Series D, says it now has over 5.02M enterprise users and 270M individual users (Doris Yu/Tech in Asia)
Doris Yu / Tech in Asia : China-based e-signature services provider Esign raises $151M Series D, says it now has over 5.02M enterprise us...
Read dispatchBest Black Friday Drone Deals 2020: DJI, Holy Stone, Parrot
Whether you're planning to shoot aerial footage or just have some fun with friends or family, you'll find great Black Friday drone d...
Read dispatchFacebook to put some groups on probation for violating its standards - CNET
The move comes as social networks fight a wave of misinformation in the wake of the US presidential election. from CNET News https://ift.t...
Read dispatchOn Twitter, Trump will soon have to follow the same rules as everyone else - CNET
Trump's tweets will lose Twitter's "public interest" protections once he's no longer president. from CNET News https...
Read dispatchPorsche and Embraer: A perfect pairing - Roadshow
Well-heeled socialites who buy a limited-edition Phenom 300E private also jet get a special 911 Turbo S. from CNET News https://ift.tt/36g...
Read dispatchThe best air fryer of 2020: Philips, Dash, Cosori, Ninja and more - CNET
To lock down our picks for best air fryers, we tested many popular models from Dash, Ninja, Cosori, PowerXL and others. from CNET News htt...
Read dispatchThe best gifts for teen boys in 2020 - CNET
Teenagers can be a tough audience to impress, but we've got you covered with our lineup of the best gifts for boys. from CNET News htt...
Read dispatchPixel 5 vs. iPhone 11: Which sub-$700 phone is better? - CNET
Google takes aim at the iPhone 11 with its latest flagship phone, the Pixel 5. from CNET News https://ift.tt/2I3GmDv via A.I .Kung Fu
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Friday, November 6, 2020
A vicious culture war is taking place via edit wars on Wikipedia in India, exploiting and aggravating religious tensions in the context of COVID-19 (Omer Benjakob/WIRED UK)
Omer Benjakob / WIRED UK : A vicious culture war is taking place via edit wars on Wikipedia in India, exploiting and aggravating religiou...
Read dispatchThe Queen's Gambit: That ending explained and all your questions answered - CNET
Is the Netflix show based on a true story? Let's go through all those key details and more. from CNET News https://ift.tt/354MK5P via...
Read dispatchMontreal-based payments software company Lightspeed POS has agreed to buy NY-based ShopKeep, which offers cloud-based POS system, for $440M in cash and stock (Meagan Simpson/BetaKit)
Meagan Simpson / BetaKit : Montreal-based payments software company Lightspeed POS has agreed to buy NY-based ShopKeep, which offers clou...
Read dispatchSources: FTC is likely to sue Facebook for antitrust violations before the end of November and FTC Chair Joe Simons favors keeping the suit in-house (Leah Nylen/Politico)
Leah Nylen / Politico : Sources: FTC is likely to sue Facebook for antitrust violations before the end of November and FTC Chair Joe Simo...
Read dispatchHBO Max: Everything to know about HBO's streaming app - CNET
HBO Max streams everything from its regular channel, plus extra shows, movies and exclusives like The Witches reboot. But you still can'...
Read dispatchDisney Plus: Everything to know about Disney's streaming hub - CNET
Disney Plus streams almost everything Disney makes, and its breakout hit The Mandalorian is back every Friday. Here are answers to any quest...
Read dispatchBrazil's Superior Court of Justice was hit by a major ransomware attack this week, suspending all sessions until Nov. 10; Bolsonaro claims attackers were found (Angelica Mari/ZDNet)
Angelica Mari / ZDNet : Brazil's Superior Court of Justice was hit by a major ransomware attack this week, suspending all sessions un...
Read dispatchPlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are both great next-gen consoles | GamesBeat Decides 171
On GamesBeat Decides, the crew talks about the PlayStation 5 review, Xbox Series X and S reviews, and what's happening on N7 Day. Read...
Read dispatchiPhone 12: The high-profile first-gen MagSafe accessories are out - CNET
Apple's new feature for its flagship phone has plenty of potential. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3exA4aZ via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchBest holiday gifts under $250 for 2020 - CNET
Get something great for everyone on your list this year. from CNET News https://ift.tt/2U5yRxW via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchBAC unveils its first Mono R and its wearing a livery from Wipeout - Roadshow
The dream of '90s PlayStation games is alive and well in the US. from CNET News https://ift.tt/38llXVc via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchBest smart speakers of 2020: Amazon Echo, Google Nest Mini and Apple HomePod compared - CNET
These are the best smart speakers you can buy, no matter which voice assistant you prefer. from CNET News https://ift.tt/2IabvVm via A.I ...
Read dispatchOrders for the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat are open - Roadshow
So if you've got a big family, a need for speed and around $80,000 to spend, it's time to celebrate. from CNET News https://ift.tt...
Read dispatchToday only: Save up to $250 on Shark vacuums at Kohl's - CNET
Upright, stick and robot vacuums: There's a cleaning tool here for everyone. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3p28reR via A.I .Kung Fu
Read dispatchPorsche and Embraer make a perfect pair both on road and in the air - Roadshow
If you buy an exclusive private jet, you also get a limited-edition Porsche 911 Turbo S. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3l7tTwP via A.I .K...
Read dispatchHow Facebook plans to alert you when there's a projected presidential winner - CNET
Watch out for notifications and new labels on Facebook and its photo service, Instagram. from CNET News https://ift.tt/3p5v42g via A.I .K...
Read dispatchPS5 v Xbox Series X: Who will win the next-gen console race?
Newsbeat's gaming reporter Steffan Powell previews the upcoming new gaming consoles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32oie5s...
Read dispatchIn a survey, Spotify hints at plans for a subscription podcast service; the survey describes at least four plans, ranging from $3 to $8 per month (Jacob Kastrenakes/The Verge)
Jacob Kastrenakes / The Verge : In a survey, Spotify hints at plans for a subscription podcast service; the survey describes at least fou...
Read dispatchSources: Apple and Sony each held talks about acquiring podcast network Wondery, which seeks a possible $300M-$400M sale; Spotify has pulled out of the running (Bloomberg)
Bloomberg : Sources: Apple and Sony each held talks about acquiring podcast network Wondery, which seeks a possible $300M-$400M sale; Spo...
Read dispatchAmazon is launching a rewards program for Flex drivers, offering perks such as a cashback Flex Debit Card and preferred scheduling for reserving shifts (Annie Palmer/CNBC)
Annie Palmer / CNBC : Amazon is launching a rewards program for Flex drivers, offering perks such as a cashback Flex Debit Card and prefe...
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Thursday, November 5, 2020
Twitter permanently bans Steve Bannon's @WarRoomPandemic and YouTube pulls episode of his show after he called for execution of FBI director Wray and Dr. Fauci (Devin Coldewey/TechCrunch)
Devin Coldewey / TechCrunch : Twitter permanently bans Steve Bannon's @WarRoomPandemic and YouTube pulls episode of his show after he...
Read dispatchT-Mobile reports Q3 revenue of $19.3B, up 45.1% YoY, beating analysts estimates of $18.34B, as it passes 100M total customers (Eli Blumenthal/CNET)
Eli Blumenthal / CNET : T-Mobile reports Q3 revenue of $19.3B, up 45.1% YoY, beating analysts estimates of $18.34B, as it passes 100M tot...
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