US release of 3D-printed gun software blocked
The blueprints to make untraceable guns were expected to be available for download on Wednesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O0Uivc
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Slow broadband needs switch-off date, say business leaders
The government should set a date for turning off the copper network, says the Institute of Directors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O2filt
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San Francisco Officials to Tech Workers: Buy Your Lunch
By NELLIE BOWLES from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Athkcf
Facebook bans pages aimed at US election interference
The social network has found evidence of a co-ordinated campaign to influence the US mid-term vote. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LQwmx6
de Blob 2 lands on Switch next month
Woo, getting that header right with just moments to spare, huh? from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Ovaupq
Why is Samsung's Galaxy S9 flagship struggling?
The technology company says sales of its phone were lower than expected, but has plans to fix the problem. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LFFGob
How to Stop Facebook From Bringing Up Bad Memories
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2ApKskx
Some Amazon Reviews Are Too Good to Be Believed – They're Paid For
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Vue cinema denies website is crashing under high demand
"Virtual queues" on the Vue cinema website have left some customers struggling to see popular films. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LFxFQp
Thousands download 3D-printed gun designs
Legal action in eight US states seeks to ban the blueprints, published four days ahead of the planned date. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v5llyh
Dixons Carphone says data breach affected 10 million
The retailer says details of 10 million customers were affected by last year's data breach. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OzhKRs
From books to behemoth
Amazon's profits dazzled this week - how Jeff Bezos brought it from bookstore to behemoth in 20 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OoXhyv
Upgrade Australia date change
Now NOT August 30. BUT NOW September 18th from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NZaCMZ
Sharing your #shopping on social media can damage your health and your wallet
Some young people are getting into credit card debt to achieve the ideal lives they see portrayed on social media. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LCOtYa
Everything we know: Samsung Galaxy Watch
The first ever Galaxy Watch is looking out of this world… from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NZavkx
The 5 best new games coming out in August 2018
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Fortnite click-fraud scammers set to earn $US1 million
Imperva researchers estimate Fortnite scammers are earning nearly US$ 1 million annually through pay per click advertising by exploiting users eager to get free in-game currency. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2vhKN2Q
Google Pixel 3 leak reveals white body and lone rear camera
New leaks, new looks. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LDPC1M
New iPad Pro 2018: Get ready for a bezel-free display and Face ID
Apple's next gen iPad Pros are tipped to get some premium, iPhone X-like upgrades. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2vl6kb2
Android P: How the EU's antitrust ruling could irrevocably alter Google's OS
Android P ruling may taste bitter to Google, but there is a sweet opportunity for phone makers from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LCBmpQ
Google blocks cryptocurrency miners from Play store
The company wants to clean up Google Play, and that starts with getting rid of crypto-miners from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NVkuHy
Outlook rolls out 'Dark Mode' inverted colour scheme due to user demands
The much-requested feature is only available on one platform, though. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LFlfbe
Uber halts development of self-driving trucks
The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NSiW0Q
India's first RISC-V based Chip is Here: Linux boots on Shakti processor
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How Robot Hands Are Evolving to Do What Ours Can
By MAE RYAN, CADE METZ and RUMSEY TAYLOR from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2M3207z
How to Get a Weekly View in Apple’s Calendar
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2viIEUL
Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final
London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v6qNBl
US military draws up 'do not buy' list for software
US military programs and agencies will be stopped from using code that could compromise their work from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mUxHFb
Refresh: concept for a new kind of web browser
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DJI's new drone revealed by Argos catalogue
The store's literature has photos and technical details of the as yet unannounced Mavic 2 Pro drone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NRsSYD
BT loses TV rights for 'ultimate fighting' and NBA basketball
The firm is understood to have lost the rights to broadcast NBA basketball and UFC ultimate fighting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OsrMUm
Idaho inmates hack prison system and steal $225,000 in credits
The scheme was discovered after the prisoners boosted their accounts with artificial credits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LU8CoK
Spotlight: DearMob iPhone Manager
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Review: Gigabyte Aero 15 laptop
A triumph of engineering, but not without some usability flaws. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K7YB5A
How to watch the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 reveal, and everything you need to know
All the latest on Galaxy Unpacked 2018 and which devices could debut there. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mTHpHY
Nintendo’s new vehicle-themed Labo kit looks brilliant
Wheel good. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K7YvLg
Eccentric assistants: 11 of the weirdest Alexa gadgets
Because regular Echo speakers are so 2016. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mTHhZ0
Dashlane 6 unveils VPN, secure document storage and other identity protecting tools
Dashlane SAS has unveiled Dashlane 6.0.1, a major new version of its password manager for Windows and Mac. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K7Yrv0
Researchers find previously unknown, early version of 'Proton' Mac malware
Researchers from Kaspersky Lab have uncovered what appears to be an early developmental prototype of the Proton backdoor malware that typically infects macOS users who download fake security applications. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LwLXma
Intel patches three vulnerabilities in its Smart Sound Tech
Intel released patches for three high-severity flaws in its Smart Sound Technology, which if left unpatched could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on Intel Core and Atom processor-based PCs. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K7Ynvg
Researchers find twenty vulnerabilities in Samsung's SmartThings Hub
Researchers at Cisco's security arm Talos have discovered a total of twenty vulnerabilities in Samsung's SmartThings controller. The flaws could enable hackers to gain information about a user. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mTH346
Russia accused of trying to hack US senator
News sparks fears that 'Fancy Bear' group may be attempting to hack US mid-terms. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K7YiYu
Amazon's racially skewed face recognition misidentifies 28 members of congress as criminals in a simple test
A 21st century fable: The facial recognition that cried wolf. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mRyHtB
Twitter: 'We do not shadow ban'
The social media site responds to President Trump's inflammatory tweet with an explainer. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2K74nEw
Intel's data-centric services drive record 15% revenue growth in Q2 2018
Growth in Intel's data-centric services, including IoT and data centre groups, approach 50% of its overall revenue. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mTGRlo
TSA is tracking regular travelers like terrorists in secret surveillance program
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How an Ex-Cop Rigged McDonald’s Monopoly Game and Stole Millions
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Have a Cryptocurrency Company? Bermuda, Malta or Gibraltar Wants You
By NATHANIEL POPPER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LH7S9H
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The last thing libraries need is Silicon Valley “disruption.”
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Zulip – Open-source, threading-based Slack alternative
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What's the least popular emoji on Twitter?
The obscure "input symbol for Latin capital letters" is now less popular than "aerial tramway" on Twitter from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Oq4XjX
Fake news 'crowding out' real news
New laws must be introduced to clamp down on the "wild west" social media world, MPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2vdKqXk
Google: An A to Z of search results
Searching for each letter of the alphabet can lead you to some unexpected places... from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OkZew5
Sex Scandal Toppled a Silicon Valley Chief. Investors Say, So What?
By NATHANIEL POPPER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Oq5Itg
Fake news a democratic crisis, MPs warn
Social media sites should face regulation, the committee investigating fake news proposes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uWdhQy
Facebook and YouTube Give Alex Jones a Wrist Slap
By KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2mPkeyp
Games With Gold August releases include Forza Horizon 2, For Honour
No, that's not a typo. Ubisoft let America have it spell the game's name wrong and we're all just going to have to live with it. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OpcBLo
Review: MSI GS65 Stealth Thin 8RF laptop
Probably the best all-round notebook we’ve ever tested. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AfSTid
Review: HP Envy X2HP convertible laptop
Great build quality, light weight and amazing battery life make it extremely portable. But the ARM processor severely-limits software compatibility. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Ol0LC9
Let the light shine on super-fast wireless connections
Light can be used as a high-speed form of wireless communication. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AdlWmy
Dasung’s Paperlike 3 is a high-res E-ink display for your PC or iOS device that’s, well, like paper
A sight for sore eyes. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OmthmX
Samsung has just developed an “unbreakable” OLED screen
You may never crack your phone screen again thanks to Samsung’s latest innovation. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AfadnD
Facebook suffers $US109 billion financial blow following Cambridge Analytica scandal
Over $US109 billion wiped from Facebook’s market value after three million European users abandoned service. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Ol0Eqd
One of Apple's new iPhones faces delays
Not all three of Apple's new phones will be released in September. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AfaarX
Worms frozen in permafrost for up to 42,000 years come back to life
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Scroll Free September: Social media users urged to log off
Social media users are being asked to try Scroll Free September, as part of a public health campaign. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uVbsmP
When You Want to Be Disturbed During ‘Do Not Disturb’ Time
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LJ0lHh
Google bans crypto-mining apps from Play Store
The change means apps that let people mine coins on their phones will soon be purged. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LXatcx
Twitter shares fall 18% as number of monthly users slips
The messaging platform makes record quarterly profits but monthly usage numbers disappoint. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NPzwyv
Twitter Stock Drops After User Numbers Decline
By PRASHANT S. RAO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2K155Dr
Facebook: Explaining the company's historic share slump
Its shares fell by a fifth wiping $120bn off its value, the biggest one-day loss in history. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ag2e9R
Virtual reality paintings possible in Moscow art gallery
The workrooms of Natalia Goncharova and Kazimir Malevich can now be explored by museum visitors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mLVKpN
Facebook stops InfoWars host posting for 30 days
The suspension comes after videos posted by the channel were found to break Facebook's policies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AeMvYK
Amazon delivers record quarterly profit
Shares in the e-commerce giant jump on record profits, driven by online sales and its cloud services. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v6A1g4
PewDiePie 'sorry' for meme mocking Demi Lovato
The YouTuber is being criticised for appearing to make fun of Demi Lovato being in hospital. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LoGrlA
Radio 1 pulls Logan Paul interview
The station says 'it doesn't feel right' to run the chat with the controversial YouTuber. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mNEvV8
Lunar eclipse: Skygazers await century's longest 'blood moon'
During this total eclipse, Earth's natural satellite will turn a striking shade of red or ruddy brown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NPFS0Z
Stripe Issuing – An API for creating physical and virtual cards
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Intel's 9th-gen Core i7 chip specs leak online
Website leak reveals the power of Intel's Coffee Lake S lineup. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LHHP1O
Microsoft Employees Question C.E.O. Over Company’s Contract With ICE
By SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Lt1lzQ
Amazon Delivers a Pile of Cash, but No Fireworks
By DAVID STREITFELD from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LnXtQN
Smartphone economy
From lunch delivery to comics, Myanmar's start-ups are bouncing back after decades of isolation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v9sTQ5
NXP’s Chief Criticizes China After Qualcomm Deal Collapses
By DON CLARK from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LODAOZ
Is WebAssembly the Return of Java Applets and Flash?
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Vote Leave's targeted Brexit ads released by Facebook
The social media ads that helped Vote Leave win the EU referendum are published in full for the first time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mJpJyz
US warns of supply chain cyber-attacks
National Counterintelligence and Security Center says 2017 was a "watershed" year for such hacks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AmYBzd
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Fresh voices! Get your fresh voices here! We have two new voices this episode. Also, Nintendo. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Oi4i49
Tovi Sorga payment bracelets make contactless look cool
Look ma, no hands. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AdPn87
Review: Motorsport Manager Mobile 3
A third podium finish for this impressive mobile management sim, which mixes excitement, immediacy and depth from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mItOTD
Hori’s GameCube-inspired controllers work with the Nintendo Switch
Launching just in time for Smash Bros. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AeZDNy
KUMO is a tiny and fully programmable mechanical keyboard with hot-swappable keys
Just our type. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OiS5wc
Free-for-all: Dangerous Android banking trojan's source code reportedly leaked
A dangerous mobile banking trojan that can infect even the most modern versions of Android has reportedly had its source code leaked online. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2AaxQ0u
Google Chrome now tells you if a site you're visiting is "not secure"
Unsecured HTTP pages will now be flagged by Chrome as secure HTTPS becomes the norm. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OlrIWb
Leaked videos show Apple's internal fix process for the iPhone X
The footage shows how to fix problems with the microphone, speaker and display. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Ad4xut
Apple fixes the 2018 MacBook Pro's throttling problem
Software update aims to kill bug that renders machine slower than 2017's model. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2mLSAT2
Facebook shares slump 20% after growth warning
A warning that profits growth will slow sends Facebook shares sliding 20% at the start of Wall Street trading. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uPFTuI
Amazon tool flags Congress members as suspects
The American Civil Liberties Union compared photos of the politicians with a database of arrested people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JUwExT
Chinese shipping firm infected by ransomware
Ransomware knocked out communications in the US offices of the shipping and haulage firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LnYbgS
Electronic Circuit Simulator in the Browser
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Amazon’s Facial Recognition Wrongly Identifies 28 Lawmakers, A.C.L.U. Says
By NATASHA SINGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2NNLd8L
Tommy Hilfiger smart clothes track wearers
The new line will provide the brand with information on what happens to clothes when they leave the store. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LEONEP
YouTube removes 'hate speech' videos from InfoWars
The channel has also been banned from broadcasting live for 90 days for posting "hate speech". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NGQjUg
As Qualcomm Deal Is Scrapped, China Denies Trade Link
By CAO LI and RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LPzPIW
Segway electric skates face 'hoverboard ban'
Self-balancing electric skates designed by Segway will not be allowed on the pavement in the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NGy3dG
Facebook's shares tumble as growth disappoints
The social media firm's shares were hit by news that growth in monthly active users is slowing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LIG0C9
Qualcomm axes NXP deal after failing to get Chinese approval
Qualcomm's NXP deal scrapped after deadline passes without approval from Chinese regulators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mIyzfO
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Facebook stock drops more than 20% after revenue forecast misses
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Swann's home security camera recordings could be hijacked
Researchers found a way to spy on motion-triggered clips logged by Swann Security's cameras. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JVw3fE
Drone Bill may ban children from owning larger aircraft
A government proposal would ban children from owning flying gadgets weighing over 250g. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mGNPdf
T-Shirts, Toilet Paper and Rotten Mangoes. This Chinese App Sells It All.
By RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LCmtmt
Facebook’s User and Revenue Growth Slows After Scandals
By SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2AaYg2g
Qualcomm Expects to Call Off $44 Billion Deal for NXP Semiconductors
By DON CLARK from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2OgNVoo
Knative – Kubernetes-based platform to manage modern serverless workloads
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Waymo Teams Up With Walmart, Avis and Others for Short Driverless Rides
By TIFFANY HSU from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LOfqEd
Google cars self-drive to Walmart supermarket in trial
A tie-up with Walmart will see shopper driven to pick up groceries ordered online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2A9i8D7
Realise the magic of coding with Kano’s Harry Potter wand and computer kit
Works like a charm. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2uPOTA2
These are the PC games you can play for free with Twitch Prime this month
August brings seven new gratis games to download. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2v1ktKp
Game of Thrones hacker and dam hacker make FBI most wanted cyber-criminals list
The threat actor who hacked and held unaired Game of Thrones episodes for ransom has landed himself a spot on the FBI's 41 most-wanted cyber-criminals list. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Lm2tpd
Dasan and D-Link routers targeted by apparent botnet in new wave of exploit attacks
An apparent botnet comprised of more than 3,000 separate source IPs generated a large, sudden spike in exploit attacks on 19 July, targeting D-Link 2750B and certain Dasan GPON small and home office routers. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2vcegvp
Everything you need to know about No Man's Sky Next
No Man's Sky Next takes the 2016 original and blows it up to epic proportions as part of a huge free update. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LooeEL
There may now be a fix for power throttling on Core i9 MacBook Pro models
One Reddit user has cracked the case of what's causing the MacBook Pro Core i9 model to throttle performance. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2vcecf9
Why Amazon will never replace libraries
Amazon might be cheap, but our libraries are invaluable. Here’s why they’re here to stay. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Lm2t8H
How the cloud cooled my phone's meltdown
Barry Collins narrowly avoids data disaster when his handset gets overheated. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2v3jTvz
iPhone X is Apple's most valuable handset at resale
A relief if you're swapping 2017's flagship for Apple's next-gen iPhone X, due in September. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2LpIoyc
Alphabet overcomes Android fine to record $US33bn in revenue
EU penalty hurts profits but cloud, advertising and video drive growth from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2v4eggJ
Zotero: An open-source tool to help collect, organize, cite, and share research
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How Syrians Pioneered Digital Tools to Stand Up to Authorities
By ANNE BARNARD from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LOr8yK
Kylie Jenner and David Beckham make Instagram rich list
The reality star can make up to $1m per post, while David Beckham is Britain's highest earner. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uPF8Sj
Jobseekers 'more likely to deactivate Facebook'
Researchers looked at eight factors predicting whether people had left or thought about leaving Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JTABTz
Kuri the cute home robot gets canned by Bosch
Production of Bosch's home robot is cancelled ahead of a planned release to retailers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NIX2NG
Porn site showed men 'tricked into gay sex'
A man accused of dressing as a woman to lure men into sex acts pleads not guilty to the charges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LKye7u
Picking an iPad as a Portable Photo Studio
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2LOvfeb
Tech Companies Like Facebook and Twitter Are Drawing Lines. It’ll Be Messy
By FARHAD MANJOO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2mHK4nM
NHS: New health secretary Matt Hancock says use more apps
Matt Hancock, who replaced Jeremy Hunt as health secretary, tells Newsbeat there is "loads to do" with apps in the NHS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mFYbtK
Police facial recognition system faces legal challenge
Civil rights group Big Brother Watch says the police technology breaches the Human Rights Act. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v3s3UK
Seven o'clock is peak time for pizza
Ancient food foraging behaviour has now adapted its rhythms to online food deliveries, say academics. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uNLPV8
Why Google Stores Billions of Lines of Code in a Single Repository
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Apple releases software fix for MacBook Pro slowdown
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Facebook plans office in China
The firm has registered an office in China, but details are no longer visible on the government website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LvYKVj
Facebook, Trying to Move Forward in China, Registers a Chinese Subsidiary
By PAUL MOZUR and SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Luggcz
EU fines Asus, Denon-Marantz, Philips and Pioneer $130M for online price fixing
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Russian hackers penetrate US power stations
The ongoing attacks could have let the hackers shut down power networks, say US officials. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2A3aQ3D
Facebook angers Flanders with Rubens ban
A ban on ad featuring a bare-chested Jesus has prompted the Flanders Tourist Board to write to Mark Zuckerberg. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ad67fY
Kuwaiti influencer defends controversial remarks on Filipino workers
Sondos Alqattan had criticised new laws that give Filipino workers better working conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LJW96M
When Troubleshooters Run Into Trouble
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2A347a0
Chrome browser flags Daily Mail and other sites as 'not secure'
Google's Chrome browser also flags Argos, Boohoo and Roblox as having security issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2A2bBd2
Openreach to cut price of fast broadband
The firm that operates much of the UK's infrastructure will drop wholesale price as demand increases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OcujBO
UK snooping 'unlawful for more than decade'
The method by which GCHQ was given access to mass data was unlawful for years, a data watchdog rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uZQQJm
Review: Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+
A speed boost, but no price rise, makes this iteration of the Model B Pi more tempting than ever. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OdqP2f
The Expanse RPG hits Kickstarter, and is fully-funded right away
The hit show, based off a book, which was based on a roleplaying game... has come full circle. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NzToFC
Review: Nuraphone
The weirdly brilliant headphones that listen to your ears - now with added noise-cancelling from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2O89EyO
Attackers concealing malware in images uploaded to Google servers
Cyber-criminals are putting a new spin on the old trick of hiding malware code in Exchangeable Image File Format (EXIF) data. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NBjlor
Ecuador to boot Assange from London embassy, report
Julian Assange reportedly will be evicted from his cramped refuge at the Ecuadorian embassy in London that's been his home for past six years. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2Od8Etu
Explainer: Who is Mark Zuckerberg?
Everything you need to know about the man who made social media mainstream. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NBqncK
Facebook is about to lock a lot more underage users out of their accounts
Facebook is clamping down on pre-teen users in a bid to uphold its age policy. from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2OcB6vf
Google's Project Fuchsia is the Android successor we've been waiting for
Could Fuchsia be replacing Android as the world's dominant operating system? from PC & Tech Authority https://ift.tt/2NFbMwO
Google, Microsoft, Twitter and Facebook make it easier to transfer your data between services
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