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MicroLED vs OLED: the battle of the high-end display tech
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Tech manufacturers are investing heavily in microLED, but what is it and can it really challenge OLED?
American Airlines Bans Alcohol On DC Flights For Inauguration Week
500+One Mile at a Time / 43min
Travel brands are trying to figure out the best way to deal with the social unrest that’s expected in the coming week, ahead of the inauguration of President-Elect Biden. For example, we’ve seen Airbnb cancel all reservations in the DC area over the inauguration. Now American Airlines has revealed a variety of precautions for flights to & from the DC area for inauguration week. These policies are
Archaeologists discover 45,500-year-old cave art in Indonesia
35SlashGear / 4h
A group of archaeologists from Griffith University has discovered what is believed to be the world’s oldest known cave painting dating back 45,500 years. The cave art was found in South Sulawesi during field research being conducted with a leading Indonesian archaeology research center called Pusat Penelitian Arkeologi Nasional (ARKENAS). The cave painting is a figurative depiction of a Sulawesi
New Pokemon Snap release date revealed as pre-orders open up
New Pokemon Nintendo•
SlashGear / 16min
Last year, The Pokemon Company and Nintendo revealed that after a 20 year year wait, Pokemon Snap is finally getting a sequel. Dubbed simply New Pokemon Snap, this sequel was revealed for the Nintendo Switch, but at the time of reveal, we didn’t get confirmation of a release date. That all changed today, with The Pokemon Company and Nintendo finally … Continue reading
HBO Max's 'Locked Down' is not the fun COVID caper you're looking for
Mashable / 17min
At some point in the past several months, pop culture created during the pandemic about the pandemic went from a cutting-edge novelty to just another fact of life: Of course it's in all our movies and shows now , because it's in everything now. Yet the strangeness of revisiting the very recent past hasn't entirely dissipated, at least for this reviewer. Watching Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor
Microsoft Teams is testing a new feature that will give your presentations extra oomph
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
Microsoft Teams has made a new update available for preview that will greatly improve PowerPoint presentation given through the platform.
Ring Fit Adventure is $10 off in Best Buy's latest Nintendo Switch deals
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17min
Grab Ring Fit Adventure for $10 off in Best Buy's latest round of Nintendo Switch deals.
Why scientists want to shorten the minute to 59 seconds
Popular Mechanics / 20min
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
BMW will debut UWB Digital Key Plus with iX all-electric SUV
BMW iPhone DKP DK Apple•
SlashGear / 23min
BMW already allows you to unlock some of its cars with your iPhone, but the automaker is looking ahead to an even more ambitious version with BMW Digital Key Plus. Set to launch on the BMW iX all-electric SUV, the new system will be based in Ultra-Wideband (UWB) rather than just Bluetooth and NFC, to throw positional data into the … Continue reading
Windows 10X leak shows us Microsoft’s OS in all its glory – but with some apparent disappointments
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 24min
Some folks may not be too impressed with the new File Explorer – or app support.
How Well You Sleep May Be More Important Than How Much
How-To Geek / 26min
Mental health is complex and can be linked to everything from sleep to diet to exercise. Among all these things, however, quality sleep may be the best way to improve it. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
How to Launch Shortcuts from an Apple Watch Face
How-To Geek / 26min
iPhone shortcuts help you automate tasks, no matter how simple or complicated they are. But did you know that you can actually run some of your shortcuts directly on your Apple Watch and right from your watch face? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Philips Hue module turns any light switch into a smart switch
Philips Hue Switch•
35Engadget / 26min
Smart lights normally require that you keep switches on all the time, and that can be a pain when someone flicks a switch out of habit. You’ll soon have a way to keep your lights available no matter what, though. Signify is releasing a Philips Hue wall switch module that upgrades existing switches to smart units. The add-on not only keeps lights available regardless of the switch position, but le
Mountain Dew, Of All Things, May Have Just Given Us Our First Look at The Batman's Riddler
Gizmodo / 26min
Jennifer Connelly has some words for a Rocketeer sequel, even if she’s not involved. Frank Grillo says the future of The Purge franchise is still in play. Elizabeth Olsen is excited for Sam Raimi to get weird in the Doctor Strange sequel. Plus, casting for Moon Knight and The Flash . To me, my spoilers! Read more...
New Pokémon Snap gets a picture-perfect trailer and release date on Nintendo Switch
New Pokémon Snap Nintendo•
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 33min
The Pokémon Company has just released a New Pokémon Snap trailer, and budding photographers will be pleased to hear that the game is out sooner than expected.
3M N95 Masks Just $1.60 Each
View from the Wing / 36min
I've written about buying N95 masks and using them correctly if you're going to travel . They've been expensive, $3+ apiece. However for a traveler putting themselves in indoor congregant settings I think they're worthwhile. Quality masks have become much more available, and prices have come down a lot. Over the summer you might have spent $7 to get an N95 mask from the limited places where you c
Google now owns Fitbit
Google Fitbit Acquisition•
100+Engadget / 37min
Google has completed its $2.1 billion purchase of Fitbit , more than a year after the deal was first announced . The EU approved the acquisition in late December, clearing the way towards Google’s ownership over what is perhaps the best-known brand out there for mainstream fitness-tracking devices. Fitbit co-founder and CEO James Park reiterated in a letter today that Fitbit would continue to be
Philips Hue Wall Switch Module finally makes your old switches smarter
Philips Hue Switch•
SlashGear / 38min
Philips Hue has a new line-up for CES 2021, with a fresh outdoor light to make dull walls more interesting, along with a long-anticipated way to make dumb light switches smart. The Philips Hue Wall Switch Module finally settles one of the last big frustrations about the smart lighting system, and is joined by a 2021 update of the Hue … Continue reading
A deep dive into the beloved DVD logo cold open from 'The Office'
Mashable / 39min
One of the things The Office did best was make some of life's most ordinary, mundane moments — like waiting for a DVD logo to perfectly fall into the corner of a TV screen — seem extraordinary. On the latest episode of the Office Ladies podcast Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey chatted about the first half of the Season 4 episode, "Launch Party," and did a deep dive into that fan-favorite DVD logo
'Everybody can join in a sea shanty'
72BBC News - Technology / 40min
A Scottish postie has seen his live of sea shanties take off on TikTok.
The Scottish postman behind 'Sea Shanty TikTok'
100BBC News - Technology / 40min
Nathan Evans's renditions of the ancient songs have racked up millions of views on the video-sharing app.
Tesla asked to recall 158,000 cars over safety concerns
NHTSA Tesla 158000•
100+BBC News - Technology / 41min
The failing media control units could increase the risk of a crash, a US safety agency says.
Google’s Fitbit acquisition is official
Google Fitbit Acquisition•
100+TechCrunch / 41min
Following regulatory scrutiny on both sides of the pond, Google this morning announced that it has completed its acquisition of wearables pioneer, Fitbit. Google’s use of the vast amount of user health data has long been the key sticking point of regulatory concern of the deal. After all, targeted advertising continues to be at the heart of much of what the tech giant does. As such, it’s unsurpri
Carbyne raises $25M for a next-generation platform to improve emergency 911 responses
81TechCrunch / 41min
Emergency services continue to be a major force when it comes to coping with the Covid-19 health pandemic, and today a company that is building technology to help them run better is announcing a round of funding to continue expanding its business. Carbyne — an Israeli startup that has built a cloud-based platform aimed at emergency services to help them pinpoint more complete information about th
'New Pokémon Snap' hits the Nintendo Switch on April 30
New Pokémon Snap Nintendo•
30Engadget / 44min
A sequel to one of the best Nintendo 64 games is almost upon us. Today, The Pokémon Company announced that the imaginatively-named New Pokémon Snap will be coming to the Switch on April 30th. A fresh trailer shows the game's twin heroes and Lental, a new region filled with a variety of terrain. Like the original title, you'll be stuck inside a vehicle — this time called the NEO-ONE — that moves a
'Search Party' Season 4 is a magnificent horror movie
Mashable / 44min
Dory Sief is dead. That's not a spoiler. But the Dory (Alia Shawkat) that we met in Season 1 of Search Party is certainly long gone by the Season 4 premiere which released today on HBO Max. She can never undo what she's done, unhear what people truly think of her, or unsee the person she became. Season 4 picks up with Dory (Alia Shawkat), cleared of murder charges, isolated from her friends, and
The top soundbars from CES 2021: Dolby Atmos, transforming designs, and more
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 47min
Soundbar makers have stepped up their game for 2021. Here are the top soundbars we’ve spotted from CES 2021.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ could be its most secure yet
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 47min
The Surface Pro 7+ comes with new hardware-based security capabilities to help tackle escalation of privilege attacks.
Watch Samsung's Galaxy S21 Unpacked event with us live at 9:40AM ET
Samsung Galaxy S21•
30Engadget / 50min
Samsung has been drumming up hype for its Galaxy S21 event for days, and that moment is nearly at hand. If you share that enthusiasm, please join reviews editor Cherlynn Low and senior mobile editor Chris Velazco on YouTube as we stream real-time reactions to the news. The S21 is clearly the star of the show this time, but Samsung is known to have its share of surprises — you’ll want to tune in.
X1 Card raises $12 million for its credit card with limits based on your income
100+TechCrunch / 53min
X1 Card is raising a $12 million funding round. The company is building a credit card that sets limits based on your current and future income, not your credit score. Spark Capital is leading the round with Jared Leto, Aaron Levie, Jeremy Stoppelman, Max Levchin and Ali Rowghani also participating. American Express veteran Ash Gupta is also joining the company as an advisor — he was the Chief Ris
How to Close All Safari Tabs at Once on iPhone and iPad
How-To Geek / 54min
If you have dozens of tabs open in Safari on iPhone or iPad and need to clear them out quickly, it can be tedious to “X” them out one at a time. Luckily, there are two ways to close all your Safari tabs at once, and they also work in Private Browsing mode. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
8 Healthier Soda Alternatives That Don't Taste Fake
How-To Geek / 54min
Soda might taste great, but there’s really nothing about it that’s good for you. These healthier soda alternatives will help satiate your craving and may even replace your old favorite. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
The Best Apps to Distract Your Brain from the Nightmare That Is 2021
20Gizmodo / 56min
We’re barely into 2021 and it’s already been kind of a lot, to say the least. If you’re able to take a break from doomscrolling, we recommend it. We’ve also rounded up some of the best iOS and Android apps for calming your brain amidst the chaos. Close Twitter, take a break from cable news, and give your mind a… Read more...
Here's When You Actually Need to Soften Butter
21Lifehacker / 56min
There’s no bigger baking disappointment than realizing you forgot to soften the butter. In the interest of eating cake as soon as possible, you might start to wonder: Does this butter really need to be room temperature—and if not, can I just melt it? Read more...
How Old-School Text Adventures Inspired Our Virtual Spaces
56Wired / 59min
MMORPGs and even social media can trace their roots to games that used simple text commands to construct vivid, fantastical worlds.
CES 2021: The ASUS ZenBeam Latte is a coffee cup-sized portable projector
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
ASUS announces a pint-sized alternative to larger projectors.
Watch Blue Origin launch a rocket with an upgraded crew capsule live
60TechCrunch / 1h
Blue Origin is launching its New Shepard suborbital rocket for the first time in 2021, with a liftoff planned for 9:45 AM CST (10:45 AM EST/7:45 AM PST) from its launch facility in West Texas. This is the 14th flight of New Shepard, and it includes some key testing activities for Blue Origin in preparation for its first human spaceflight missions. The company has been flying a crew capsule on boa
Microsoft Cloud for Retail wants to make it easier to run a business online
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Microsoft Cloud for Retail will bring together disparate data sources across the retail value chain and provide other intelligent capabilities.
Columbia University engineers create a robot that shows basic empathy
SlashGear / 1h
Engineers at Columbia University have created a robot that can learn to visually predict how it’s partner robot will behave. The engineers say that the robot has displayed a glimmer of empathy. The breakthrough could help robots get along with other robots and humans more intuitively in the future. The robot learned to predict its partner robot’s future actions and … Continue reading
This major VPN is about to get a whole lot speedier
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
VPN platform IPVanish is giving its server network a major overhaul.
Nikon D3500 and D5600 DSLRs won't be discontinued outside Japan, says Nikon
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Nikon has confirmed that the Nikon D3500 and D5600 DSLRs will remain on sale outside Japan, but only "for the time being".
Lumiata raises $14 million for its service to predict healthcare outcomes
Healthcare AI Lumiata•
60TechCrunch / 1h
Healthcare systems are always looking out for ways to save money and a startup called Lumiata has just raised $14 million to continue building out its service that aims to help them do it. The company, already backed by Khosla Ventures and Blue Venture Fund raised its latest round from Defy.vc and AllegisNL Capital. The company’s software cleans up healthcare datasets and then analyzes them to lo
The 5 Best Alternatives to WhatsApp
32How-To Geek / 1h
WhatsApp has become ubiquitous with mobile messaging, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re suffering from WhatsApp fatigue or you don’t like the privacy issues with this Facebook-owned app, here are the best WhatsApp alternatives you should look into. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
What Is Cyclomatic Complexity? Measuring Code Quality
How-To Geek / 1h
Cyclomatic Complexity is a code metric that you can view in many IDEs like Visual Studio. While it’s not an exact science, it allows you to get a general idea of the complexity of functions, classes, and namespaces, which can be useful when looking for code to refactor. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
iPad deals: every iPad Air 4 color is on sale right now at Amazon
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Amazon's latest iPad deals are dropping the iPad Air 4 back down to its lowest price ever, with every color variant getting in on the action.
UN Warns World Is Failing to Prepare for Climate Change—But We Can Fix That
28Gizmodo / 1h
If world leaders don’t seriously step up their game to adapt to the climate crisis, we’ll see catastrophic human and economic losses everywhere, a new report from the world’s top global environmental authority warns. Read more...
Take Everything On The Go With $90 4TB External Hard Drive
24Gizmodo / 1h
WD Easystore 4TB External Hard Drive | $90 | Best Buy Read more...
2021 Audi Q5 Sportback and SQ5 Sportback: Pricing, trim, and standard features
SlashGear / 1h
The 2021 Audi Q5 Sportback and SQ5 Sportback are slopier-roof versions of the bestselling Q5 SUV. Indeed, Audi sold more than 50,000 units of the Q5 SUV last year. Adding a visually sportier version in the lineup is a definite push in cementing Q5’s dominance in the luxury SUV segment. Besides its sloping roofline, both the Q5 Sportback and SQ5 … Continue reading
WordPress is launching its own premium website builder
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
WordPress promising premium, professional, custom web builder and design starting from $4,900.
FAA Threatens To Jail & Fine Disruptive Passengers
100+One Mile at a Time / 1h
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is threatening jail time and/or up to a $35,000 fine for passengers who misbehave on US flights, rather than just a warning. Is this an empty threat? New FAA policy for unruly passengers FAA Administrator Steve Dickson yesterday signed an order directing a stricter legal enforcement policy against unruly airline passengers in the wake of recent events.
Laptop deals in HP's back to business sale feature huge $200 price cuts right now
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
HP's back to business sale is now live - here are our top picks for today's best laptop deals, featuring price cuts of up to $200.
An Algorithm Is Helping a Community Detect Lead Pipes
100+Wired / 1h
The model had shown promise in Flint before officials rebelled. Now Toledo is using it, while incorporating more public input.
Employees Getting Electrocuted, Call For Closing New Berlin Airport After Just 3 Months
27View from the Wing / 1h
In 1989 David Hasselhof stood atop the Berlin Wall belting out “Looking for Freedom.” Less than a year later East Germans were finally free. Thirty one years after David Hasselhof stood between East and West Berlin the East’s old airport finally became Berlin Brandenburg airport. It’s a costly reminder of East German-style planning, with workers still being harmed by the 23 year long project that
My safest mid-pandemic trip yet: A stay at Winvian Farm in Connecticut
The Points Guy / 1h
This year, the holidays looked a lot different. Instead of redeeming points for a beach vacation in the Caribbean, my family and I stayed much closer to home. My future in-laws are avoiding flying during the pandemic, so our vacation options were limited to a roughly 200-mile driving radius around New York City. For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newslet
Two years in, Sony wants to bring 360 Reality Audio to the masses
49Engadget / 1h
At CES 2019 , Sony had a glass room in its massive trade show booth. In the middle of the space was a small table with a single speaker resting on top. At first glance, I could tell the device had multiple drivers, as three were clearly visible from the top. What came next was my first demonstration of Sony’s 360 Reality Audio -- immersive, room-filling sound from a single speaker. Two years late
How to Snap Windows to Custom Screen Regions on Windows 10
How-To Geek / 1h
Windows 10’s Snap Assist feature is nice, but it lacks customization. Microsoft’s PowerToys app makes it possible to split the screen however you want. This is great for ultra-wide monitors and anyone who wants a better tiling window manager. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Super Nintendo World opening delayed by Japan's virus outbreak
Nintendo SNW Japan•
100+BBC News - Technology / 2h
Nintendo's first theme park, modelled on levels of its Mario games, was due to open on 4 February.
D-Link unveils new Wi-Fi 6 devices at CES 2021
SlashGear / 2h
One of the new equipment trends that have surfaced at CES 2021 is for Wi-Fi 6 routers and devices to help speed home and business wireless networks. D-Link has rolled out several pieces of equipment for Wi-Fi 6 networks during the show, including the AX1800 (DWA-X1850) Wi-Fi 6 USB 3.0 Adapter that delivers a simple and affordable way to upgrade … Continue reading
Gemini is launching a credit card with bitcoin rewards
200+TechCrunch / 2h
Cryptocurrency exchange company Gemini is acquiring Blockrize and announcing a new product today based on Blockrize’s work. Later this year, the company is launching a credit card that works like a regular credit card — but you earn bitcoin rewards based on your purchases. The credit card will work on the Visa network and will be available in the U.S. Customers will earn up to 3% in bitcoin rewar
Accel Partners heads down to Georgia to invest in DecisionLink, leading an $18.5 million round
100TechCrunch / 2h
DecisionLink , an Atlanta-based company that provides software for cost-benefit analyses of business services from a customer’s perspective, has managed to woo one of Silicon Valley’s top venture firms to invest in its latest $18.5 million round of funding. Accel Partners has a long-standing reputation as one of the Bay Area’s premier investment firms, and it’s leading DecisionLink’s latest round
Google shares more details about trailblazing attacks on Android and Windows devices
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Windows and Android devices targeted in wide-ranging security attack.
Logitech debuts new video conferencing solutions for Microsoft Teams and Zoom
Logitech Zoom Video•
SlashGear / 2h
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, many businesses have been forced to rethink how they operate on a daily basis. Meetings in years past that would’ve been performed in person are now performed using video conferencing solutions like Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Logitech has unveiled new videoconferencing equipment, including appliances and PC-based solutions meant to work with leading video conf
Bitcoin: Newport man's plea to find £210m hard drive in tip
1KBBC News - Technology / 2h
James Howells threw away a hard drive containing bitcoin - now worth £210m - by mistake in 2013.
Bethesda’s Indiana Jones game won’t affect Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield development
37TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Bethesda recently announced a new Indiana Jones game, but fans will be pleased to hear it won’t impact the development of The Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield.
Try out Little Nightmares 2 for free on PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
You can try out the free Little Nightmares 2 demo on console and PC ahead of its release on February 10.
Norwegian Drops All Transatlantic Flights, Liquidates Long Haul Subsidiaries
View from the Wing / 2h
Norwegian helped drive low cost transatlantic travel with its Boeing 787s, much to the chagrin of legacy carriers. British Airways even considered buying the airline in order to quash it as a competitor. Now it will focus on domestic and regional flying with its narrowbody aircraft. None of this is surprising but it’s disappointing for consumers who benefited from the competition, whether they fl
The iconic Renault 5 is coming back as an EV
Renault 5 Electric R5 2025•
200+Engadget / 2h
Amid all the drama with CEO Carlos Ghosn and a rift with Nissan, a bright spot for Renault has been its leadership in EV sales — particularly with the Zoe . Now, Renault is increasing its electric bet by announcing that it will launch 10 new EVs across brands, including a re-imagining of the classic Renault 5. In total, it plans to have 30 percent of its fleet electrified by 2025 as part of its “
United Airlines Delays Return To JFK
28One Mile at a Time / 2h
United Airlines has just delayed and significantly scaled back its highly anticipated return to New York JFK, after the airline cut service to the airport in October 2015 . United Airlines’ updated JFK plans In September 2020, United announced it would return to JFK in early 2021 . In mid-November 2020 the details of that were announced — as of February 1, 2021, the airline intended to launch twi
The 9 airline and hotel loyalty programs that let you give the gift of elite status
The Points Guy / 2h
From free breakfast at hotels to first-class upgrades on flights, elite travelers get to share many of their perks when traveling with companions. But what if your family or friends are traveling alone? With the exception of Hyatt’s Guest of Honor program , you typically cannot share your elite benefits with others when you aren’t traveling with them. Fortunately, though, several loyalty programs
The Next Gen Console Games You Should Actually Care About
68Wired / 2h
The Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 have some great games coming this year—assuming schedules hold. Here's a quick rundown of some great ones.
The 15 Best Devices From CES That You Can Buy Now
80Wired / 2h
Much of the trade show’s flashy tech will never hit store shelves, but here are a few gadgets that are already available.
BlackBerry sells smartphone patents to Huawei
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Huawei buys smartphone IP as BlackBerry looks to realise value of portfolio.
Is Plex streaming secure and safe to use?
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
We discuss what makes Plex secure for streaming your favorite media - from server encryption to sharing your library with friends and family.
YouTube to fight COVID fake news
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Fighting fake news one video at a time
UK Space Agency and Rolls-Royce Defence join to study nuclear power for space exploration
SlashGear / 3h
A new research contract has been formed between the UK Space Agency and Rolls-Royce Defence that will have planetary scientists working together to explore nuclear power’s potential as a plentiful source of energy to make deep space exploration possible in the decades to come. One area of research will be nuclear propulsion that would involve channeling energy released by splitting … Continue rea
Signal vs. Telegram: Which Is the Best Chat App?
100+How-To Geek / 3h
At the start of 2021, Signal and Telegram are on top of the app store charts. Both chat apps promise more privacy than WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and SMS. But there are some big differences between the two. Here’s what you should know—and which you should use. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Renault's reborn Alpine team will work with Lotus on an EV sports car
Alpine Lotus Renault•
84Engadget / 3h
Renault wants to be known as a technology-focused sports car powerhouse. To that end, the company is relaunching Alpine — a French manufacturer established in 1955 and acquired by Renault in 1973 — as an umbrella brand for all of its high-performance initiatives, including Renault Sport Cars and Renault Sport Racing (RSR). We already knew that Renault’s Formula 1 team would use the Alpine name th
Dropbox cuts hundreds of jobs following remote working push
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Dropbox has announced significant job cuts in order to 'protect long-term future', losing 315 members of staff.
NASA’s Perseverance rover will capture the sound of Mars
Popular Mechanics / 3h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Apple beefs up macOS Big Sur security
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The latest macOS Big Sur beta removed firewall bypass that could have lead to nasty malware issues.
Can’t figure out how to end your Amazon Prime sub? These complaints could help…
200+TechCrunch / 3h
Amazon’s use of dark patterns that add friction to the process of terminating a Prime subscription is being targeted by 16 consumer rights groups in Europe and the US which are taking coordinated action to urge regulatory intervention. One of them — Norway’s Consumer Council (NCC) — has also published a report calling out what it describes as the ecommerce giant’s “manipulative” and “ unreasonabl
Upgrade launches checking accounts and debit cards
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300+TechCrunch / 3h
Fintech startup Upgrade has been positioning itself as a neobank. And yet, the company has mostly been focused on personal loans and more recently credit cards. You couldn’t just replace your bank account with Upgrade. Upgrade is adding two important missing pieces of the puzzle with checking accounts and debit cards . With today’s launch, Upgrade competes more directly with other challenger bank
South African Parler users spotted following data dump
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Hackers archive 99.9% of Parler content, before creating an interactive map showing where users posted from
Ares Design unveils Land Rover Defender Spec 1.2
SlashGear / 3h
The new Land Rover Defender is a faithful iteration of the iconic off-roader with its modern boxy styling and all-conquering prowess. As it turns out, Ares Design has come up with something better, and it’s based on the previous-gen Defender with a genuine ladder chassis. “We created our first Defender Ultra V8 in 2018, so we have great knowledge of … Continue reading
Oculus is launching multi-user accounts and app sharing next month
200+Engadget / 3h
Starting next month, Quest 2 owners will be able to create separate accounts for anybody they’re sharing their VR headset with. Oculus has announced that it’s rolling out multi-user accounts and app sharing, which it says are two of its users’ most requested features. The multi-user feature enables the primary account owner to add up to three secondary accounts on their device, and each one will
Windows 10X will feature clever anti-theft protection to deter thieves
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Microsoft is adding a new feature to the upcoming Windows 10X that should help prevent thefts.
Netflix's creepy 'Red Dot' trailer has a couple fleeing a hunter through the snow
70Mashable / 3h
An isolated romantic retreat in the mountains, one very good dog, and some creepy comments from the bearded locals — it sounds like a recipe for disaster, and in Netflix's Red Dot trailer that's exactly what it becomes. Alain Darborg's Swedish thriller follows Nadja (Nanna Blondell) and David (Anastasios Soulis), a young couple whose hiking trip takes a grim turn after they discover a hunter's ri
Norwegian Air Ends Long Haul Flights, Dumps 787
400+One Mile at a Time / 3h
In November 2020, Norwegian Air filed for bankruptcy protection . The company’s board of directors has today outlined a simplified business structure, and it no longer includes long haul flying. Norwegian won’t fly 787s anymore Norwegian’s entire Boeing 787-9 long haul fleet has been grounded since March 2020 , due to travel restrictions, along with the general decline in demand. With future dema
What you need to know about credit card debt — and how to get out of it
The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Here at TPG, we spend much of our time extolling the incredible value you can get from credit card rewards, whether you’re looking for free flights, hotel stays, or simply some cash back to pad your bottom line . However, these recommendations all carry a huge asterisk: If you get into credit card debt, you’ll rapidl
'Bridgerton' composer breaks down why we love classical pop
Mashable / 3h
Welcome to Thanks, I Love It , our series highlighting something onscreen we're obsessed with this week. Bridgerton fans may not recognize the name Kris Bowers, but they ought to. The Emmy Award-winning composer, known for his work on shows like When They See Us and Dear White People , is responsible for the beating heart of Netflix’s popular period drama — the uber-stylish, horned-up salve so ma
Cyberpunk 2077: We underestimated difficulties
300+BBC News - Technology / 4h
The co-founder for Cyberpunk 2077's developer is explaining what went wrong with the launch.
Car screens didn't just go big at CES. They went 3D, with game-worthy graphics.
46Mashable / 4h
The upcoming Cadillac Lyriq SUV is the first electric car for the Cadillac car brand, but it's the reimagined dashboard display spanning 33 inches across that attracts the most attention. Mercedes-Benz also has a massive 56-inch Hyperscreen that will be available soon in its first EV. These car screens and others introduced at the annual tech show CES feature a new user interface that looks more
Tresl’s Segments Analytics gives small online stores the same data analytics as large sellers
100+TechCrunch / 4h
Tresl ’s flagship product, e-commerce intelligence platform Segment Analytics, is designed to give small brands on Shopify access to the same kind of analytics larger online retailers have. Founded by former LinkedIn data scientists, Tresl is currently exhibiting at CES’ Taiwan Tech Arena . Segments Analytics analyzes a Shopify store’s data and then automatically sorts visitors into more 30 pre-b
Star Wars: Liam Neeson would play Qui-Gon Jinn again in the Obi-Wan Kenobi show
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Liam Neeson is up for reprising his role as Qui-Gon Jinn in the upcoming Disney Plus Star Wars show.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series detailed in three final big leaks
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Three last leaks have detailed the likely prices, design, specs and features of the Samsung Galaxy S21 range.
Ubuntu 21.04 will finally fix this long-time security concern
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The issue has been flagged several times since being first reported in 2006.
Steam has never been more popular – and Valve promises big things for Linux gamers
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Steam is hitting fresh highs, working hard on Linux gaming, and experiencing an upsurge in VR gaming too.
Qualcomm buys a startup founded by former Apple chip designers
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Qualcomm has announced an acquisition that’s bound to make ripples in the chip world — even though you may not have heard of the company it acquired. Qualcomm paid $1.4 billion for Nuvia, a startup founded by three engineers who worked on Apple’s A-series processors that power the iPhone and iPad. It plans to use Nuvia’s technology in future chips for devices ranging from vehicles to smartphones
SIM only deals: double your data and get unlimited use of social media with Voxi
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Voxi's SIM only deals provide you with 12GB of data while only charging £10 a month, making it an overall bargain price.
Logitech wants to bring video conferencing to meeting rooms everywhere
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Logitech has unveiled a new portfolio of meeting room devices that will produce first-rate video conferences anywhere.
Xiaomi Mi Note 11 release date might be very soon, after reference spotted in code
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Code for Xiaomi's user interface has a reference to multiple unannounced Xiaomi phones, including the Mi Note 11.
Denon launches its first Dolby Atmos soundbar with AirPlay 2 and Alexa smarts
Denon 550 Dolby Atmos•
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The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 also comes with HEOS multiroom support.
Lightspeed offers a level playing field for SMBs with its new Supplier Network
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Canadian commerce expert Lightspeed aims to boost the fortunes of small businesses with its supply chain software.
11 great chrome extensions for students
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In a student’s tech toolbox, Chrome extensions can be an invaluable player — expanding the capabilities of their browser to do everything from check their grammar to keep distractions at bay. Here are some expert-recommended Chrome extensions for students. RescueTime RescueTime, also a great app for iOS and Android , tells students exactly how much time they’re spending in the active tab or windo
The Onision documentary is overshadowed by its own controversy
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A new documentary series investigating Onision, a YouTuber accused of abusive behavior and grooming by multiple women, brings the story to a wider, less online audience. But the series premiere was marred by criticism from the very YouTube community that brought the story to mainstream light. Onision: In Real Life is a three-episode docuseries that premiered on Discovery's streaming platform disc
'ASMR toys' at big box stores may just be fidget toys in disguise
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Launched in October, just in time for the holiday shopping season, was a line of multicolored, brightly packaged toys that promised to be "oddly satisfying," and give you tingles. Two out of six of the products came in blind bag packaging, which has become a children’s toy industry trend in and of itself, with price points ranging between three and 20 dollars. Each toy had tactile and auditory fe
Keep your Xbox Series X controllers juiced up with this dual charging dock
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TL;DR: Keep you controllers charged and organized with the Xbox Series X Dual Charging Dock , on sale for 55% off. As of Jan. 14, get it for $26.99. So, after a long, stressful waiting period, you finally got that Xbox Series X . Now what? Well, before you embark upon what’s likely to be a neverending adventure into true 4K gaming, you’ll need to find a place to store your console and controllers
Get an entire terabyte of cloud storage for life for under $100
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TL;DR: Get enough storage for all your endeavors with a lifetime subscription to Starchive . As of Jan. 14, you can get 1TB of storage for only $96.99 — a 93% savings. If you're a creative professional in just about any field, you know how important it is to back up your work and keep it safe . Nothing stings worse than finally completing a project, only to have it completely wiped from your comp
Scoot around town with one of these personal electric scooters on sale
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Getting places by foot is overrated. Thanks to electric scooters, we can glide around town without putting in much effort. Is it lazy? Perhaps, but it’s also a whole lot of fun. TechCrunch predicts that the electric scooter industry will continue to grow in 2021 as people look for a means of getting around easily without buying cars. But with everyone extra conscious of germs these days, electric
Secure your home with this indoor 360-degree Motorola WiFi camera
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TL;DR: Stay on top of your Zoom meetings with the Motorola FOCUS89 Full HD indoor camera . As of Jan. 14, get it for 14% off — only $42.95. Be honest. How intense are your hand cramps from holding your phone just at the right angle during all the video calls you've been taking these days? Remember the good ol' days of in-person hangs when you didn't need to strain your hands, arms, and shoulders
Norwegian Air to axe long-haul operations in bid to survive
54The Points Guy / 4h
Low-cost carrier Norwegian Air will end its long-haul operations in a bid to survive. The airline announced on Thursday that it will give up the long-haul segment of its operations, returning solely to its short-haul network that allowed it to grow. Sign up to receive the daily TPG newsletter for more airline news! Norwegian said that it plans to serve the Nordics and key European destinations by
All Hitman 3 starting locations revealed, along with what's inside the Deluxe Edition
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Hitman 3’s starting locations have been revealed, and here’s what you’ll find inside the Deluxe Edition of the game.
Tesla asked to recall 158,000 cars over failing displays
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Tesla's failing touchscreen display issue is real, and it's coming back to haunt the company. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is asking Tesla to recall a total of 158,000 cars — namely, some Model S cars with model year 2012 through 2018, and Model X cars with model year 2016 through 2018 — over potentially dangerous display failures. The issue first came to light in June, when
Qualcomm buys CPU startup launched by ex-Apple staff
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Qualcomm acquires NUVIA for $1.4 billion in its bid to take on Intel, AMD
3Drens helps fleet operators use their vehicles more efficiently
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3Drens ’ IoT mobility management platform not only lets fleet operators track where their vehicles are, but also produces data that helps them make business decisions. The company began operating in Taiwan, where it is based, before expanding into Southeast Asia. Currently presenting at CES’ Taiwan Tech Arena , 3Drens is focused on the increased demand for logistics during COVID-19. For example,
Samsung Galaxy S21 launch Unpacked event live blog: today's big phone reveal
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The Samsung S21 series is nearly here, and it's being unveiled at the company's big virtual launch event later today.
8 South Africans chosen for YouTube's Black Voices fund
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YouTube has chosen 20 African content creators, 8 of which come from South Africa, to receive grants as part of their global #YouTubeBlackVoices Fund
Information Regulator looks into whether WhatsApp's update contravenes Privacy Act
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South Africa's Information Regulator is looking into whether WhatsApp's revised policy still falls in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Origami Labs’ OFLO is a smart walkie talkie for frontline workers
100+TechCrunch / 5h
OFLO is a voice communication system designed to replace traditional walkie talkies. Its hardware is more compact and lightweight, with a bone conduction headset, and capable of covering unlimited distances and multiple channels. Created by Origami Labs, OFLO is also connected to software that features auto logging and productivity tools for teams who don’t have access to screens while they are w
Starlink project could cause problems for SKA telescope
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The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Minna Technologies, a subscription management tool for banking customers, raises $18.8M
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With the proliferation of subscription services, combined with our lives becoming almost 100% digital, there’s a rising need to be able to manage these services. But most banks don’t have much of an answer. Step in Minna Technologies , which sells in its subscription management services into banking apps. It’s now raised $18.8 million (€15.5m / £14m) in Series B fundraising from Element Ventures,
Denon expands its home theater lineup with the Home Sound Bar 550
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63Engadget / 5h
Denon’s home theater lineup is about to expand with the impending arrival of the Home Sound Bar 550. The company says the soundbar can deliver Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D surround sound through its six-driver array. The soundbar can operate as a standalone device or in concert with other wireless Denon Home speakers. It includes support for AirPlay 2 and Alexa, which you can operate via built-in mic
EE casts doubt on rivals 'exaggerated' 5G coverage claims
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EE CEO Marc Allera says it would be tempting to loosen its own criteria
What will be the big tech changes in 2021?
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From cyber-security challenges to more robots in public spaces, experts give their predictions.
Laser microrobot makes minimally invasive surgery more precise
54Engadget / 6h
Minimally invasive surgery techniques have gone far over the past few decades, but they still have limitations that scientists are working to overcome. Laser micro surgery, for instance, leaves minimal peripheral tissue damage, but it can only be used on parts of the body within the laser’s line of sight. Meanwhile, surgery using flexible robotics can access hard-to-reach areas, but they can dama
Dell continues to redefine laptops with the new XPS 13
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Google's New "Guest Mode" for Smart Displays Completely Misses the Point
100+How-To Geek / 7h
If you have a Nest Hub, Nest Hub Max, or any of the Nest smart speakers, the devices are likely full of your personal details. Nest Hubs helpfully show calendar appointments, recent searches, and more. But what if you don’t want houseguests to see all that juicy info? Google’s new guest mode, rolling out right now promises to take care of that. But it doesn’t. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Google cracks down on personal loan apps in India following abuse and outcry
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Google said on Thursday it has pulled some personal loan apps from Play Store in India and was implementing stronger measures to prevent abuse following reports that said several firms were targeting vulnerable borrowers in the country and then going to extreme lengths to recover their money. The Android-maker said users and government agencies in India recently flagged several personal loan apps
Hogwarts Legacy release date delayed to 2022, as devs say more time is needed
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The Harry Potter-themed Hogwarts Legacy is an open-world adventure game for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X.
Amazon faces legal challenge over Prime cancellation policy
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Consumer watchdogs say the manipulative "dark pattern" design makes it hard for people to end membership.
Germany’s Xentral nabs $20M led by Sequoia to help online-facing SMBs run back offices better
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Small enterprises remain one of the most underserved segments of the business market, but the growth of cloud-based services — easier to buy, easier to provision — has helped that change in recent years. Today, one of the more promising startups out of Europe building software to help SMEs run online businesses is announcing some funding to better tap into both the opportunity to build these serv
Windows 10X, Windows 10 Sun Valley Start Menus couldn’t be more different
36SlashGear / 8h
By the end of the year, there might be two versions of Windows being installed on PCs. One is the much-delayed Windows 10X which will drop by single-screen computers first before exploring dual-screen contraptions if it ever lasts that long. Microsoft, however, won’t be exactly be dropping the traditional Windows 10 and might be giving it a substantial visual refresh. … Continue reading
Super Nintendo World opening delayed again due to COVID-19
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Universal Studios Japan had planned to open its Nintendo-based theme park on February 4th, however after a state of emergency was declared across several prefectures, it’s pushed that back indefinitely . As Reuters reports, Japan is experiencing a third wave of coronavirus infections that have reached record high levels, and Osaka, where the park is located, is a hotspot. Bloomberg reporter Takas
Evernote Home adds a dashboard to get with the times
SlashGear / 9h
Evernote was once the darling of digital productivity, allowing people to stash anything from long-lasting notes to spur of the moment ideas without having to worry about losing them. While the service still functions well as a sort of digital filing cabinet, people have moved on to more advanced apps and systems, many of which employ pretty and dynamic dashboards. … Continue reading
Opinion: Why WhatsApp is a tough habit to let go off
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Whatsapp has started rolling out new privacy settings that will result in some user data being shared with Facebook, ostensibly for the purpose of ensuring better targeted ads.
All the best gaming laptops for levelling up
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PC gaming is said by many to be the best way to play video games. In a lot of ways, that’s true — high-end gaming computers pack more graphical and processing power than any home console does, and they offer a level of freedom in terms of customisation and game choice that you’re just not going to find anywhere else. But when it comes down to it, starting your foray into PC gaming can be extremel
Experience exceptional sound quality with these discounted Sennheiser headphones
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SAVE 56%: The Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 wireless headphones are on sale for £75 on Amazon, saving you over £90 on list price. It's quiet out there in the world of deals, but if you look hard enough, you can still find gems. The Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 wireless headphones are on sale for £75 on Amazon, saving you over £90 on list price. The Momentum in-ear headphones combine impressive sound quality
Treat yourself to the best iPhone XR deals in January
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: The Apple iPhone XR is on sale from online retailer Mobiles.co.uk, with prices starting at £27.99 per month. It can be tough at this time of the year. The nights are long, the weather is generally pretty grim, and it can feel like there's absolutely nothing to do. We could all do with a little TLC, and that's exactly what Mobiles.co.uk is offering. The online smartphone retailer is running
Master Python 3 and hone your developer skills for under £30
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: The Python 3 Complete Masterclass Certification Bundle is on sale for £22.06 as of Jan. 14, saving you 97% on list price. There’s a reason everyone’s talking about breaking into coding. Even during tough economic times, it’s a field that continues to march on. Think about it: transitioning companies to remote work only requires more and more technology and those who can build it. What we’r
Save 82% on this clever language learning app
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to Speakly is on sale for £51.48 as of Jan. 14, saving you 82% on list price. To speak a new language conversationally, you'll need to master key words and phrases most of all. That's why Speakly , the language learning app, focuses on 4,000 of the most statistically-relevant words of your chosen language and helps you learn them in order of importance. This one-tim
T-Mobile confirms network update will disconnect these devices
SlashGear / 10h
It seems that carriers share a common theme this year of “out with the old and in with the new”. In most cases, that refers to their desire to finally shut down 3G services, a move that has been met with resistance that forced some network operators to delay their plans. T-Mobile, however, has one network update coming that is … Continue reading
Put your online security first with a subscription to NordVPN
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SAVE 68%: A two-year subscription to NordVPN is on sale for £2.86 per month as of Jan. 14, saving you 68% on list price. The online world can be a scary place, and we're all much more aware of the threats that lurk on the net than we used to be. In response to this heightened sense of danger, there has been a massive increase in the number of cybersecurity options out there. Nowadays, you can cho
YC-backed Blabla raises $1.5M to teach English through short videos
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Short, snappy, entertaining videos have become an increasingly common way for young people to receive information. Why not learn English through TikTok-like videos too? That was what prompted Angelo Huang to launch Blabla . Originally from Taiwan, Huang relocated to Shanghai in 2019 to start Blabla after working in Silicon Valley for over a decade. A year later, Blabla was chosen as part of Y Com
Meng Wanzhou: Bullets sent in mail to Huawei's finance chief
500+BBC News - Technology / 10h
Under house arrest in Canada on bank fraud charges, Ms Meng has reportedly received death threats.
NHTSA wants Tesla to recall 158,000 Tegra 3-equipped vehicles
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200+Engadget / 10h
Years ago, Tesla touted that the large touchscreens in its electric vehicles were powered by an NVIDIA Tegra 3 chipset . However, as configured in certain cars, the infotainment setup has a known issue that causes the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device to wear out after it has been overwritten too many times, and when that happens the touchscreen goes blank. After many owners experienced the probl
Telstra's 5G network now reaches 50% of the Australian population
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Telstra is the first provider in Australia to reach more than half of the country with its 5G network.
Poshmark is pushing into the public market at a high-end valuation as the resale market sizzles
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Poshmark , the nine-year-old, Redwood City Ca.-based online marketplace for second-hand clothing, beauty, and home decor products, is set to start trading as a public company on the Nasdaq tomorrow after tonight pricing 6.6 million shares higher than originally planned, according to Bloomberg . Per its report, the company, which earlier expected to sell shares at between $35 and $39 million, saw
Grab Financial Group raises $300 million Series A led by Hanhwa Asset Management
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Grab Financial Group said today it has raised more than $300 million in Series A funding, led by South Korean firm Hanhwa Asset Management, with participation from K3 Ventures, GGV Capital, Arbor Ventures and Flourish Ventures. The Financial Times reports that the funding values Grab Financial, a subsidiary of ride-hailing and delivery giant Grab, at $3 billion. Both K3 Ventures and GGV Capital w
Crypto Exchange Owner Gets 10 Years for Turning Fake Car Auctions Into Cryptocurrency
36Gizmodo / 11h
Bulgarian man Rossen G. Iossifov was sentenced to 10 years in U.S. federal prison January 12 for his role in a transnational scheme that stole millions of dollars from hundreds of Americans. Read more...
Oculus Quest 2 secondary accounts, app sharing have lots of caveats
SlashGear / 11h
Oculus fans’ fears finally came true when Facebook announced that the Oculus Quest 2 would require a Facebook account to even use. That hard requirement had very significant and mostly negative implications and it seems that those will continue despite the mounting criticism and backlash. That said, the Oculus Quest 2 also came with limitations not directly related to Facebook … Continue reading
Digital road freight forwarder Sennder raises $160M Series, plans European expansion
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Sennder , a large digital road freight forwarder based out of Germany, has raised $160m in Series D financing. The round was led by an unnamed party, but round participants included Accel, Lakestar, HV Capital, Project A and Scania. Sources say Hedosophia may be the unnamed growth investor, although Sennder declined to comment. To date, Sennder has raised more than $260m, allowing it to lay claim
Cricket Wireless announces 3G network shutdown schedule
SlashGear / 12h
As the world inches towards 5G adoption, network operators are unsurprisingly eager to drop older networks and equipment. Unfortunately, those networks are actually still in use, leading some carriers to reconsider their plans. Verizon, which would have been the earliest among its peers, has decided to forego shutting down its 3G network until further notice. AT&T, on the other hand, … Continue r
Insurrectionists Reportedly Used Walkie-Talkie App Zello To Storm the Capitol
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Members of a violent and deadly mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6 reportedly communicated with each other through the walkie-talkie app Zello — a company long criticized for its failure to moderate the far-right extremist content it sometimes hosts. Read more...
Qualcomm acquires NUVIA for $1.4 billion in its bid to take on Intel, AMD
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NUVIA had raised quite a few eyebrows when it attracted two major rounds of funding since starting up in 2018. The startup was piloted by former Apple employees.
Belkin recalls WIZ003 Portable Wireless Charger sold on Apple store
SlashGear / 12h
Belkin is a trusted brand when it comes to accessories for smartphones and tablets to the point that even Apple carries some of its products on its own store. That, however, doesn’t mean it is exempt from having problems, some of which can lead to disastrous accidents if not immediately addressed. That seems to be the case here with one … Continue reading
Madrona promotes Anu Sharma and Daniel Li as Partners
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Fresh off the announcement of more than $500 million in new capital across two new funds, Seattle-based Madrona Venture Group has announced that they’re adding Anu Sharma and Daniel Li to the team’s list of Partners. The firm, which in recent years has paid particularly close attention to enterprise software bets, invests heavily in the early-stage Pacific Northwest startup scene. Both Li and Sha
Toto's new 'Wellness Toilet' concept sounds great — but smart toilets are still a long way off
52Mashable / 12h
How does a toilet sound to you that, based on what you poop and pee, automatically gives you tips on how to eat healthier or detects early warning of an illness? Amazing? Creepy? Maybe a little bit of column A, a little bit of column B? Well, it's coming
