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Amazon cozies up to ICE as Congress cries foul
In a country where consumers (read: taxpayers) already have little-to-no privacy, it seems outrageous that billion-dollar technology companies can make closed-door deals with law enforcement agencies without US Congressional oversight. дальше »
2018-12-13 22:13 | |
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It’s been 14 years since the first Dutch police drone — why are they still barely used?
During one of the first test flights in the Netherlands back in 2006, police drone “AirRobot” got lost. It was programmed to return to a certain location, but it didn’t. The drone had cost about €30,000 and a few years to develop, so needless to say the team responsible didn’t sleep well that night. дальше »
2018-12-13 17:07 | |
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Apple will splash out $1 billion on new Austin campus
After losing the title of the most valuable company of the world to Microsoft, Apple is looking to expand its network of offices. The iPhone maker said that it’ll invest $1 billion to open a campus in Austin, Texas. дальше »
2018-12-13 15:55 | |
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LG will unveil world’s lightest 17-inch laptop at CES
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held annually at Las Vegas is just a few weeks away and announcements have started to roll-in. LG announced today that it’ll unveil the world’s lightest 17-inch laptop – the Gram 17 – at CES. дальше »
2018-12-13 12:17 | |
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Apple reportedly plans to build its own modems for iPhones
After using Qualcomm and Intel modems in iPhones for years, Apple might be finally looking to build its own modems. According to a report by The Information, Apple is actively looking to build modems targeted toward iPhones. дальше »
2018-12-13 10:05 | |
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Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX) Secure Insurance Coverage for its Cryptoassets
The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX), a regulated cryptocurrency exchange from the stables of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange (GSX), has secured insurance coverage with Callaghan Insurance for all blockchain-based virtual currencies listed on its platform, according to a press release by the GBX on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-13 10:00 | |
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Microsoft launches its Clarity web analytics tool for A/B testing and visualizing user sessions
To help webmasters understand how visitors interact with their sites, Microsoft has launched its new Clarity analytics tool in beta today. Set to rival the likes of Optimizely, Google Optimize and Visual Web Optimizer, Clarity lets you run A/B tests, and play back visualizations of users’ experiences and behavior patterns on your site. дальше »
2018-12-13 09:26 | |
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Google now lets you donate to charities through the Play store
Google is making it easier for its users to give back to the community by introducing donations through its Play store. Android users in select countries can now contribute to causes they believe in using the same payment methods they’ve associated with their Google accounts. дальше »
2018-12-13 08:08 | |
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Samsung’s Galaxy S10 will reportedly launch on February 20 and cost up to $1,765
Gizmodo UK reports that Samsung’s upcoming flagship phone, the Galaxy S10, will arrive on February 20 next year, ahead of the annual Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona that month. That’s pretty much in line with previous rumors we’d heard last month about Samsung’s 10th anniversary model. дальше »
2018-12-13 07:46 | |
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Google+ to shut down early after second major security incident
After another data leak, its second such leak in a year, Google today announced it was shutting down its beleaguered social media platform, Google+. API access will shut down even sooner, within the next 90 days. дальше »
2018-12-13 04:31 | |
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Google Search Trends show off the emotional rollercoaster that was 2018
Google today released its data on search trends in 2018. While these always reflect the state of the world over the course of the year, in this case the list of trending searches range from joyful to very, very sad — we’ve had a rollercoaster of a year. дальше »
2018-12-12 21:59 | |
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Intel’s new GPUs show it’s slowly getting serious about graphics
There’s one thing we know all know about integrated graphics: they suck. Usually, they’re barely enough to play any modern games, or even some old ones. But Intel is trying to make them suck significantly less with its ‘Gen11’ series of GPUs next year. дальше »
2018-12-12 21:37 | |
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Samsung’s newest headphones are designed to protect the wearer from accidents (UPDATED)
Edit: Not long after this post went live, Innomdle Lab got in touch to tell TNW they’ve decided to push back the launch date. While everything else in this article stands, the bad news is you won’t be able to pre-order these headphones yet! Samsung’s spin-off audio startup, Innomdle Lab, today announced its newest headphones: the Sgnl V70. дальше »
2018-12-13 18:00 | |
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80% of wallets holding Bitcoin contain less than $100
This ball-busting bear market has lasted almost a full year. No better time to check on how the circulating supply of Bitcoin is currently distributed. Recent analysis run by digital asset investment firm Delphi found 22. дальше »
2018-12-12 17:29 | |
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Firefox 64 offers better tab management and personalized extension recommendations
Firefox introduced its latest variant – Firefox 64 – last night with features like improved tab management and smart suggestions. The update should make tab junkies happy: Firefox now lets you select multiple tabs and move, bookmark, mute, or pin them all at once. дальше »
2018-12-12 09:09 | |
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Instagram is testing ‘creator’ accounts with special features for influencers
Facebook-owned Instagram is reportedly trialing a new type of account for content creators with large audiences on its platform, according to Hollywood Reporter. The new account – currently being tested by a small group of users – grants access to insights about follows and unfollows, as well as the ability to filter direct messages from different groups of followers (such as brands and IRL friends). дальше »
2018-12-12 07:51 | |
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Facebook HQ buildings evacuated due to a bomb scare (Updated)
Update: Facebook said in an updated statement that everyone has been cleared to return to their buildings. “Late this afternoon, we received a bomb threat and took swift action to evacuate several buildings at our Menlo Park campus. дальше »
2018-12-12 07:07 | |
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Watch: Google CEO Pichai explains to Congress that Google doesn’t make iPhones
Google‘s chief executive Sundar Pichai today appeared on Capitol Hill to answer questions about a number of issues. Most pressing were issues with the collection of data, plans for a heavily censored Chinese search engine, and how to best combat misinformation, including what role, if any, Google should play in stopping it. дальше »
2018-12-12 05:38 | |
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Elon stokes stupidity by driving Tesla Model 3 unsafely on 60 minutes
Elon Musk sent a clear message on Sunday when he took his hands off the steering wheel of a Tesla Model 3 during a TV interview: he doesn’t care if his customers die or kill other people with their cars. дальше »
2018-12-12 22:30 | |
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Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange is now providing insurance coverage for crypto assets on its platform
The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX), a subsidiary of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange, is now providing insurance coverage for crypto assets listed on its platform. On December 10, the company announced that it has partnered with a local provider called Callaghan Insurance to provide the policy to cover both hot (online) and cold (offline) wallets listed […] дальше »
2018-12-12 20:57 | |
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The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange Announces Insurance Coverage for Crypto Assets
The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX) has announced an insurance coverage policy that ensures that assets listed on the GBX Digital Asset Exchange can be insured. The policy, in association with Gibraltar-based firm Callaghan Insurance, marks an important step for the company in attracting users who require strict assurances around the security of their assets, according to Nick Cowan, CEO […] The post The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange Announces Insurance Coverage for Crypto Assets appeared first on Coinjournal. дальше »
2018-12-11 20:37 | |
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Monopoly man watches disapprovingly as Congress yells at Google’s CEO
Google‘s CEO, Sundar Pichai, is in Washington today. He’s trying to explain how the world’s most advanced technology company works to Congress. At some point we’re sure he’s going to be arrested for witchcraft. дальше »
2018-12-11 19:54 | |
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Researchers show how data science techniques can find Twitter ‘amplification bots’
Researchers from Duo Security, an authentication services company owned by Cisco Systems, have published a blog post that explains how to methodically identify “amplification bots. ” These are defined as automated Twitter accounts that purely exist to artificially amplify the reach of content through retweets and likes. дальше »
2018-12-11 17:00 | |
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Samsung could be developing its own blockchain phone
There might be another name joining HTC and Sirin Labs as makers of blockchain smartphones, and it’s one of the world’s largest phone manufacturers, Samsung. Earlier this week, Samsung submitted three European trademark requests for blockchain-based smartphone features, spotted by Galaxy Club. дальше »
2018-12-11 12:57 | |
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Asus’ Zenfone Max Pro M2 phone takes on Xiaomi with a massive battery and a $180 price tag
Asus launched its mid-range Zenfone Max Pro M2 phone in India today, and priced it competitively at Rs. 12,999 ($181). The company’s aiming to woo customers with a massive 5,000 mAh battery, a powerful camera system, and near-stock Android on board. дальше »
2018-12-11 12:38 | |
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Apple’s older iPhones might be banned in China over a tussle with Qualcomm
Last night, chipmaker Qualcomm announced that a Chinese court has awarded it two preliminary injunctions against Apple that might lead to it being banned from selling its older phone models, ranging from the iPhone 6S to the iPhone X. дальше »
2018-12-11 08:43 | |
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Apple faces ban on sales of older iPhones in China over a tussle with Qualcomm
Last night, chipmaker Qualcomm announced that a Chinese court has awarded it two preliminary injunctions against Apple that might lead to it being banned from selling its older phone models, ranging from the iPhone 6S to the iPhone X. дальше »
2018-12-11 08:43 | |
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Instagram gets WhatsApp-style walkie-talkie voice messages
Facebook-owned Instagram has just added one of the best features from its sister app, WhatsApp: direct voice messages. Just as in WhatsApp, you can find it in any conversation (including group chats) in the Direct messaging section of the app. дальше »
2018-12-11 07:59 | |
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Microsoft confirms Edge will support Chrome extensions with Chromium switch
When Microsoft announced its Edge browser would be transitioning to the Chromium platform next year, I had one question: will it support Chrome’s extensions? The answer appears to be yes. As spotted by Thurrott, Edge’s Project Manager, Kyle Alden, took to Reddit to answer some question about the change. дальше »
2018-12-11 02:00 | |
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Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange introduces insurance coverage for listed assets
CryptoNinjas The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX), an institutional-grade token sale platform and cryptocurrency exchange, has today announced an insurance coverage policy in association with Gibraltar based firm Callaghan Insurance. дальше »
2018-12-11 01:17 | |
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Google+ will die 4 months sooner thanks to new bug affecting 52 million users
After announcing in October it would be shuttering Google+, its little-loved social media site, Google today announced that, thanks to yet another security flaw, the end would have to come much sooner than originally expected. дальше »
2018-12-10 21:38 | |
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Microsoft Teams is growing ridiculously fast
A report from Spiceworks shows that adoption of Microsoft Teams – the Slack rival from Redmond – is growing rapidly and is set to become the second-biggest workplace chat app by 2020, surpassing both Slack and Google Hangouts. дальше »
2018-12-10 16:00 | |
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How to save all your (NSFW) Tumblr content before it’s too late
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Last week, Tumblr announced its ban on porn, starting from December 17th. дальше »
2018-12-10 15:40 | |
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Facebook is hiring engineers and researchers for its blockchain team
It seems Facebook is looking to step up its “decentralization” efforts. The social media giant is currently recruiting blockchain engineers and researchers. Facebook wants to add a data scientist, a data engineer, and a couple of software engineers to its growing blockchain team, according to its careers page (via SludgeFeed). дальше »
2018-12-10 14:01 | |
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Snapchat is testing new features (that Instagram has had for months)
Snapchat has clearly fallen behind Instagram when it comes to user growth. In order to catch up, the app is testing a bunch of features like a timer, camera grid, and portrait mode. The finding comes from app researcher Jane Manchun Wong, who took to Twitter to share screenshots of the new features. дальше »
2018-12-10 12:59 | |
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This website sets your Spotify playlists to private with a single click
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Spotify is more than just a massive on-demand music library. дальше »
2018-12-10 05:50 | |
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The Apple Watch’s new ECG feature is already saving lives
Sure, Apple may have announced three new iPhones, a new MacBook Air, and the new iPad Pro this year, but the most important product is the company’s Apple Watch Series 4. It was just last night that Apple activated the Watch’s electrocardiogram (ECG) feature, and it appears to already be saving lives. дальше »
2018-12-8 03:02 | |
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Mozilla is deeply concerned about Microsoft killing EdgeHTML
Earlier this week, Microsoft announced that it would discontinue the EdgeHTML browser engine. Future versions of Edge would use Google’s Chromium rendering engine, which powers a swathe of browsers, including Chrome and Opera. дальше »
2018-12-7 15:18 | |
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The week’s best Android games to play while weaning yourself off Facebook
Welcome to our weekly column, in which YouTuber NimbleThor brings you a short list of the best new mobile games for your Android device. Whether you’re into casual time wasters or hardcore shooters, you’ll find something in here to exercise your thumbs with. дальше »
2018-12-7 14:35 | |
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SEC pushes long-awaited decision on Bitcoin ETF to February 2019
If you had any hopes that a Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) would be coming in early 2019, to bring Bitcoin to Wall Street, it’s time to put them aside – again. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) yesterday released an update stating it is pushing its decision on the VanEck Bitcoin ETF back to February 27, 2019. дальше »
2018-12-7 12:55 | |
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WordPress 5.0 introduces a flexible block-based content editor
Automattic has just released version 5. 0 of its immensely popular WordPress CMS, with a bunch of new features centered around customizable content blocks – catching up at last to its rivals who have offered this for years now. дальше »
2018-12-7 11:00 | |
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Apple Watch 4’s ECG heart monitor feature is live, here’s how to use it
One of the biggest upgrades to the Apple Watch Series 4 from its predecessor is its ability to record an electrocardiogram and detect issues with how the user’s heart is functioning. The company’s FDA-approved feature is now live for users in the US. дальше »
2018-12-7 08:52 | |
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Reddit’s data hoarders are frantically trying to save Tumblr’s NSFW content
After Tumblr announced, on Monday, that it was invoking the nuclear option to expel NSFW content on the platform, the internet reacted with predictable rage. At TNW, we speculated about whether the move would kill the platform. дальше »
2018-12-7 02:50 | |
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YouTube’s creators hit meme bingo in Rewind 2018
YouTube today released the 2018 edition of Rewind, its Year-in-Review performance art piece, in which it acknowledged the major trends on the platform. And no surprise, it was full of references to Fortnite, K-pop, and, of course, Drake. дальше »
2018-12-7 00:14 | |
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Microsoft Edge is officially switching to Chromium in 2019 – here’s why that’s a good thing
It’s a new era for Microsoft. After dominating the early web with Internet Explorer and struggling to reach the same prominence with Edge, the company today announced it will be transitioning its browser to a Chromium-based platform in 2019. дальше »
2018-12-6 20:07 | |
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The Financial Times partners with Hard Fork Decentralized
Our blockchain and cryptocurrency event, Hard Fork Decentralized, is just around the corner. Next week, over 30 decentralized events will take place across London to discuss the future of the industry, and to explore how this will impact the way we do business. дальше »
2018-12-6 16:52 | |
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FairBnB is an ethical alternative to Airbnb, coming in 2019
In terms of entrepreneurship and innovation, Airbnb is an absolutely brilliant company. Based on the simple idea of helping people rent out their homes to tourists, the company’s yearly revenue has passed the $2 billion mark in its first 10 years and its services are available in almost every country on the planet. дальше »
2018-12-6 16:11 | |
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