Ant Group IPO postponed, Jack Ma in crosshairs
Ant Group's blockbuster initial public offering is on hold after Chinese state media reported that Ant's co-founder Jack Ma and two other executives had been summoned to meet with China's central bank.
Russian hackers targeted CA, IN Democratic parties
The group of Russian hackers accused of meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election earlier this year targeted the email accounts of Democratic state parties in California and Indiana, and influential think tanks in Washington and New York, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
Microsoft is forcing people to use its latest browser even if they don't want to
In August, Microsoft announced that it was cutting off access to a critical piece of support for Internet Explorer in 2021. Now, it's gone a step further, forcing Windows users to use its Microsoft Edge browser, according to a report.
NASA teams up with Tupperware to grow vegetables in space
NASA is no stranger to farming in space, having first grown vegetables on the International Space Station in 2016. Now, the space agency is taking it one step further, partnering with Tupperware Brands on a device to help grow these space veggies.
Google was forced to remove apps from its app store after they violated children's data collection laws
Google has removed three popular apps from the Google Play Store after it was discovered the apps violated laws surrounding data collection efforts on children.
Researchers develop new way to detect strokes with iPhone
The iPhone 12 is available for sale today, and a group of researchers have created a new way to use Apple's iconic device to diagnose strokes.
Google to supply artificial intelligence to CBP for Trump's virtual border wall, report says
Nearly two years after it controversially ended its work on Project Maven, Google is reportedly allowing its artificial intelligence technology for the Trump administration's "virtual" border wall.
Facebook testing 'Nextdoor'-like feature called Neighborhoods
Facebook is testing a new Nextdoor-like feature called Neighborhoods to connect local community members.
Microsoft's Windows 10 is breaking PCs
Microsoft Corp.'s latest Windows 10 appears to be breaking some PCs, causing the tech giant to scramble and fix the issues.
Amid tensions with China, India warns Amazon, Flipkart over country of origin rule
The Indian government has warned Amazon.com’s local unit and Walmart’s Flipkart that sellers on their platforms are not complying with a rule requiring that a product’s country of origin be specified.
Google's newest features help pinpoint nearest voting locations
Alphabet Inc’s Google said on Friday it was introducing new features across its search engine, Maps and voice assistant to help voters in the United States find their nearest voting locations.
Taco Bell partners with DoorDash for delivery services
Taco Bell still won’t sell you a Mexican pizza or spicy potato soft taco, but there is a new way for diners to get Taco Bell delivered.
Apple files 'iPhone for life' trademark ahead of expected refresh
Ahead of its expected iPhone refresh next week, Apple Inc. has filed a trademark that gives a hint into its future plans for its popular smartphone.
Apple expands health records on iPhone ahead of refresh
Ahead of an expected launch for its new iPhone, Apple Inc. has expanded access to Health Records on the iPhone, making them available in the U.K. and Canada.
Apple pulls rival products from stores ahead of launch
Ahead of an expected launch for its new iPhone, speaker and headphones, Apple Inc. has stopped selling rival products in its retail stores, Bloomberg reported.
US Border Patrol signs $13M contract with Axon to provide agents with body cameras
Axon Enterprises – the company that equips police departments nationwide with body-worn cameras and related technology – has signed on to provide similar services to U.S. Border Patrol agents
Amazon introduces ability to pay with your hands
Instead of using a credit card or smartphone to pay for your goods, Amazon wants you to use your hands.
Shopify data breach by 'rogue' employees exposes nearly 200 merchants; customers potentially at risk
Data belonging to nearly 200 merchants who used the e-commerce company Shopify was compromised by a pair of “rogue” employees, officials recently announced.
Amazon denies working with Echelon on 'Prime Bike,' Echelon CEO calls it 'miscommunication'
Although Amazon denied any affiliation with Echelon's "Prime Bike," Echelon CEO Lou Lentine classified it as a "misunderstanding."
Amazon teams up with Echelon to launch sub-$500 Peloton competitor
Amazon has teamed up with connected exercise equipment maker Echelon to unveil the "Prime Bike," a connected exercise bike for less than $500.