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- Super Awesome Science Show: The blockchain boon a month ago – On this week’s podcast episode of the Super Awesome Science Show, we hope to decode blockchain.
- Lower cost data-only cellphone plans on the way to Canada: CRTC a month ago – Canada's telecommunications regulator says the country's three national wireless carriers have agreed to offer a "broad range" of lower-cost, data-only plans within 90 days.
- Colin Kroll, co-founder of Vine and HQ Trivia, found dead of apparent drug overdose a month ago – Colin Kroll, co-founder of the Vine video app and the HQ Trivia game, was found dead in his Manhattan apartment early Sunday of an apparent drug overdose.
- Drone chaos at London’s Gatwick exposes security vulnerability at airports a month ago – The incident at Gatwick Airport underlined how many airports lack the means to catch drone pilots quickly, let alone destroy the unmanned aerial vehicles themselves.
- Huawei Canada executive says idea of using 5G network for espionage doesn’t make sense a month ago – Critics wary of Huawei should think rationally about the notion of the Chinese company risking tens of billions of dollars by engaging in illicit activity for spymasters, said Scott Bradley, Canadian vice-president of corporate affairs for Huawei.
- Amazon Alexa sent a user’s 1,700 audio files to a stranger due to ‘human error’ a month ago – A user of Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant in Germany got access to more than a thousand recordings from another user because of “a human error” by the company.
- Mark Zuckerberg ‘proud’ of efforts to ‘fix’ Facebook despite scandal-plagued 2018 a month ago – Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook made the platform safer in 2018, without acknowledging the data breaches and privacy concerns that plagued it this year.Mark Zuckerberg ‘proud’ of efforts to ‘fix’ Facebook despite scandal-plagued 2018 a month ago – Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook made the platform safer in 2018, without acknowledging the data breaches and privacy concerns that plagued it this year.
- ‘Black Mirror: Bandersnatch’ takes TV viewing to an entirely new level a month ago – Remember, as a child, when you dreamed of being in your favourite TV show? That wait is over.
- Instagram accidentally changed its layout — and users were not happy a month ago – Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, tweeted explaining that the drastic change was a mistake — sort of.
- Flying rogue: Feds unveil new drone rules, but how difficult will they be to enforce? 14 days ago – The new rules require drone operators to register their drones and mark them with a registration number, similar to rules implemented in the U.S. a few years ago.
- Canadians flying larger drones must pass exam, get pilot’s certificate: new rules 14 days ago – The new regulations, which come into effect June 1, apply to all drone operators, whether they fly for fun, work or research.
- Huawei linked to companies in Iran and Syria, obtained documents allege 15 days ago – Documents found by Reuters in Iran and Syria show that Huawei is more closely linked to Skycom Tech Co Ltd and shell company Canicula Holdings Ltd. than previously known.
- Canadian Space Agency launches new interactive activity at Science and Tech Museum a day ago – According to the agency, Exploring Earth uses the photos taken by David Saint-Jacques to explore the science of our planet.
- Facebook facing record-breaking fine over privacy violations: report 5 days ago – The FTC reportedly is considering hitting Facebook with a penalty that would top its previous record fine of $22.5 million.
- Huawei executive arrested in Poland says spying allegations ‘groundless’ 5 days ago – The case comes as a range of Western countries have either taken steps or said they are considering measures to limit access of Huawei to their markets.
Google (CA)
- Fortnite 7.20 PATCH NOTES: Sneaky Snowman, Shield Potions and Port-a-Fortress BLOW - Express 12 hours ago – Fortnite 7.20 PATCH NOTES: Sneaky Snowman, Shield Potions and Port-a-Fortress BLOW ExpressFortnite *content* update 7.20 has been rolled out for PS4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android. A follow-up to last week's update, the new patch ...View full coverage on Google News
- Google poaches 14-year Mac veteran from Apple to bring Fuchsia to market - 9to5Google 13 hours ago – Google poaches 14-year Mac veteran from Apple to bring Fuchsia to market 9to5GoogleWe learned in 2016 that Google was working on an entirely new operating system called Fuchsia. Google has now hired 14-year Apple engineer...View full coverage on Google News
- Samsung Galaxy M20 early review praises the battery life - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com 8 hours ago – Samsung Galaxy M20 early review praises the battery life - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.comA self-professed long-time Samsung user and member of the Samsung Community forums was given a Galaxy M20 to review and they did – publicly. Summed ...View full coverage on Google News
- Black Ops 4 Blackout will let you respawn - if your squad isn't crap - Rock Paper Shotgun 8 hours ago – Black Ops 4 Blackout will let you respawn - if your squad isn't crap Rock Paper ShotgunCall Of Duty: Black Ops 4 will let you respawn in Blackout–providing at least one member of your squad is halfway decent, or lucky–in a new limited time mode ...View full coverage on Google NewsBlack Ops 4 Blackout will let you respawn - if your squad isn't crap - Rock Paper Shotgun 8 hours ago – Black Ops 4 Blackout will let you respawn - if your squad isn't crap Rock Paper ShotgunCall Of Duty: Black Ops 4 will let you respawn in Blackout–providing at least one member of your squad is halfway decent, or lucky–in a new limited time mode ...View full coverage on Google News
- HMD shares Android 9 Pie update roadmap for Nokia 3.1, 5, and remaining phones - Android Police 5 hours ago – HMD shares Android 9 Pie update roadmap for Nokia 3.1, 5, and remaining phones Android PoliceSlowly but surely, HMD Global has been rolling out Android 9 Pie to its Nokia-branded phones. The Nokia 7 Plus, 6.1, 6.1 Plus, 5.1, 5.1 Plus, 8, and 8 Sirocco ...View full coverage on Google NewsHMD shares Android 9 Pie update roadmap for Nokia 3.1, 5, and remaining phones - Android Police 5 hours ago – HMD shares Android 9 Pie update roadmap for Nokia 3.1, 5, and remaining phones Android PoliceSlowly but surely, HMD Global has been rolling out Android 9 Pie to its Nokia-branded phones. The Nokia 7 Plus, 6.1, 6.1 Plus, 5.1, 5.1 Plus, 8, and 8 Sirocco ...View full coverage on Google News
- Update Now: Apple Releases Major iOS, macOS Security Patches - Tom's Guide 6 hours ago – Update Now: Apple Releases Major iOS, macOS Security Patches Tom's GuideIt's time to take time out of your day and patch your Apple devices to protect against now-fixed security vulnerabilities.View full coverage on Google News
- Resident Evil 2 Remake guide - lockers, safe combinations, portable safe solutions, and Leon's desk - VG247 4 hours ago – Resident Evil 2 Remake guide - lockers, safe combinations, portable safe solutions, and Leon's desk VG247Looking to unlock all the lockers, find all the safe combinations, and pop open the portable safes in Resident Evil 2 Remake? This guide has you covered.View full coverage on Google News
- Apple says iPhones will be used as flashlights and radios when the world ends - Vox.com 4 hours ago – Apple says iPhones will be used as flashlights and radios when the world ends Vox.comClimate change is a disaster, but at least it might make people value their iPhones more. That's the key prediction in Apple's environmental impact report, filed ...View full coverage on Google NewsApple says iPhones will be used as flashlights and radios when the world ends - Vox.com 4 hours ago – Apple says iPhones will be used as flashlights and radios when the world ends Vox.comClimate change is a disaster, but at least it might make people value their iPhones more. That's the key prediction in Apple's environmental impact report, filed ...View full coverage on Google News
- Xiaomi's folding phone concept might be the best we've seen | Engadget Today - Engadget an hour ago – Xiaomi's folding phone concept might be the best we've seen | Engadget Today EngadgetXiaomi truly is working on a foldable phone, company president and co-founder Lin Bin has confirmed in a teaser he posted on Weibo. In the video, you'll see ...View full coverage on Google News
- Meizu Zero lacks a charging port, speaker holes and SIM card slot - MobileSyrup an hour ago – Meizu Zero lacks a charging port, speaker holes and SIM card slot MobileSyrupThe Meizu Zero features no charging port, speaker holes, SIM Card slot. It does have an in-display fingerprint sensor and 5.99-inch display.View full coverage on Google News
The Next Web
- Zimbabwe blocked internet access, so Anonymous DDoS’d the government’s websites 2 days ago – For several days, starting on Monday 14 January 2019, Zimbabweans have been without Internet access. This is as a result of the Southern Afrikan country’s government, under rumored instructions from General Chiwenga and the leadership of President Emerson Mnangagwa, decided to threaten and ordere...
- Celebrities accused of harassment won’t be forgotten, thanks to this Chrome extension 2 days ago – Back in October 2017, Tarana Burke’s #MeToo went viral, empowering women and survivors of sexual harassment and abuse all over the world. The hashtag welcomed a new era of feminist activism, allowing survivors across the globe to share their stories and experiences. Many other projects seeking to...
- Protecting yourself from inevitable data breaches is easier than you think a day ago – It’s tempting to give up on data security altogether, with all the billions of pieces of personal data – Social Security numbers, credit cards, home addresses, phone numbers, passwords and much more – breached and stolen in recent years. But that’s not realistic – nor is the idea of going offline...
- I’m kicking myself for not buying an iPhone SE last weekend 2 days ago – Apple just started clearing out its stock of iPhone SE handsets – which launched back in March 2016 and discontinued last September – at $249 a pop (the 128GB version is listed at $299). It’s not exactly big news from Cupertino, but it is a hell of a good deal even in 2019, with a couple of cavea...
- Microsoft doubles down on education with cheap laptops and a $40 Surface pen a day ago – Microsoft may be king when it comes to mainstream PCs, but it’s no secret Google has built a commanding lead selling devices meant for education in the US. So today at the BETT education conference, Microsoft and its partners (Dell, Acer, Lenovo) are announcing seven inexpensive laptops to tackle...
- How to select, copy, and paste multiple snippets of text in macOS (with no third-party apps) a day ago – When copying and pasting text, most users grab a selection at a time, paste it into their app of choice, and then return to grab more content as needed. There’s a simpler way. Instead of grabbing your text one selection at a time, you can actually highlight, copy, and paste multiple pieces of non...
- Google’s head of account security has fix for cryptocurrency SIM-swapping 11 hours ago – SIM-swapping has plagued cryptocurrency holders for close to a year, and now Google’s head of account security has had enough. He wants to put a stop to it with a clever gadget the size of a flash drive. This new form of identity fraud hinges on tricking telecom staff into rerouting a victim’s te...
- Here’s an explainer about soft forks you’ll actually understand 11 hours ago – Welcome to Hard Fork Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice to keep you up to date in the cryptocurrency and blockchain world. If you’ve been following cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology in recent months, you will have come across a lot of debate about ‘forks’. In progra...
- Massive Twitch livestream showcases the future of online fundraising 38 minutes ago – Twitch streamer H.Bomberguy raked in more than $340,000 in donations for a beleaguered children’s charity during a marathon weekend stream. He did so by combining two of Twitch‘s most reliable forces: star power and charity. If the feat proves anything, it’s what networks like these are capable o...Massive Twitch livestream showcases the future of online fundraising 38 minutes ago – Twitch streamer H.Bomberguy raked in more than $340,000 in donations for a beleaguered children’s charity during a marathon weekend stream. He did so by combining two of Twitch‘s most reliable forces: star power and charity. If the feat proves anything, it’s what networks like these are capable o...
- Nasdaq goes $20M deep in support of enterprise blockchain startup 3 hours ago – Blockchain startup Symbiont has raised a $20m Series B as traditional exchanges from across the world look to capitalize on enterprise solutions leveraging decentralized ledger technology. The startup’s round was led by Nasdaq Ventures and drew support from new investors including Citi, Raptor Gr...
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