How Big Tech created a data 'treasure trove' for police
When U.S. law enforcement officials need to cast a wide net for information, they’re increasingly turning to the vast digital ponds of personal data created by Big Tech companies via the devices and online services that have hooked billions of people around the world.
Banks, airlines in Australia, US report tech outages; some blame service provider: reports
Several major banks, airlines and other businesses in Australia and the U.S. reportedly experienced website outages and other problems overnight – with some reportedly blaming a common service provider.
Amazon starts sharing your internet today
By pooling neighbors' internet bandwidth, the company says, Amazon Sidewalk network can extend the low-bandwidth working range of devices, ultimately helping them stay better connected to the internet.
Historic Bitcoin conference in Miami: New tech jobs were brought to city, Mayor Suarez says
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez discusses the economic impact after embracing cryptocurrency businesses.
Amazon wants to share your Wi-Fi with neighbors. Here's how to opt out
The shared network works off of Sidewalk Bridge devices – including select Echo and Ring devices – together.
Sen. Booker, Dem lawmakers urge Google to conduct 'racial equity audit' to make product safer for Black people
Sen. Cory Booker is calling on Google's parent company to conduct a "racial equity audit" that he says is necessary to identify "harmful" racial bias baked into the technology of its products.
SolarWinds hackers' latest attack on US agencies: New details emerge
New details are emerging from a cyberattack that hit about 3,000 email accounts and 150 government agencies spanning 24 countries, including the U.S., this week
Bitcoin, crypto in MLB no longer out of left field, Yankees manager Aaron Boone says
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone revealed in an appearance on ‘Varney & Co.’ Tuesday that, while cryptocurrency hasn't been an acceptable form of payment right off the bat within Major League Baseball, it is certainly being discussed for future possible transactions.
Virgin Galactic investors cheer space flight success
Shares of Virgin Galactic lifted off Monday after a successful first spaceflight from New Mexico's Spaceport America.
Elizabeth Holmes jury to hear of faulty Theranos tests from patients
Jurors will be able to hear limited evidence of Theranos Inc. founder Elizabeth Holmes's wealth, and from customers who said they got faulty blood-test results, a judge concluded in a weekend order that will help shape her criminal fraud trial.
Google exec says Meet demand grows more than expected in new remote era
Google Workspace VP and general manager Javier Soltero on demand for Meet during the coronavirus pandemic and remote work.
Amazon extends June 2020 moratorium on police use of facial recognition software until further notice
Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) said on Tuesday it is extending until further notice a moratorium it imposed last year on police use of its facial recognition software.
Streaming wars update: Average American will subscribe to 5 services by 2024
Activate Consulting CEO Michael Wolf on the future of the streaming wars.
Amazon's Bezos banned PowerPoint presentations at meetings, new book reveals
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos does not allow PowerPoint presentations during company meetings, according to a new book about the company.
Varney: Colonial Pipeline attack could be 'act of war'
FOX Business' Stuart Varney provides insight into the Colonial Pipeline hack in his latest "My Take."
US seeks to challenge China on rare-earth elements, key ingredients in Biden's energy plan
President Biden’s agenda for a clean-energy future requires ratcheting up demand for rare-earth elements, the essential materials for many high-tech items, including green-energy products like electric vehicles and wind turbines.
Mark Zuckerberg says he plastered his face in sunscreen to fool paparazzi
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says the images of him caked in sunscreen was a failed effort to disguise himself from the paparazzi while surfing in Hawaii.
M&T Bank unveils new tech hub, designed to create over 1,000 Jobs
The Buffalo-based bank said the new $58 million, 330,000-square-foot facility is "poised to become a driving force for the city’s growing tech ecosystem."
Co-founder of $2B startup says he was fired for taking LSD at work
The co-founder and former CEO of $2 billion marketing startup Iterable says he was squeezed out of the company for taking LSD on the job.
Facing $11B tax bill, Samsung heirs donate massive art trove
Samsung’s founding family will donate tens of thousands of rare artworks, including Picassos and Dalis, to help them pay a massive inheritance tax bill following last year’s death of company chairman Lee Kun-Hee.



















