Google admits it didn’t tell Nest users about built-in mic, but was 'never intended to be secret'
Google could face a backlash over privacy after admitting that Nest users were not told about the existence of a microphone on their devices.
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Amazon pulls out of plan to build New York City headquarters
Amazon has announced that after opposition from local New York officials, it is dropping plans to move their HQ2 operation to Long Island City.
Google announces plans for major expansion of data centers and offices in Middle America
Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai announced a major investment in U.S. data centers and offices, which will include locations in Nebraska, Georgia, Texas and Ohio, among others.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slams Amazon for 'bias' in its facial detection technology
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed Amazon for what she characterized as 'bias' in the tech giant's facial detection technology. In a tweet, Ocasio-Cortez referenced a study conducted by researchers from MIT and the University of Toronto, that found Amazon's technology labeled darker-skinned women as men 31 percent of the time. Lighter-skinned women were misidentified 7 percent of the time.
Meet Scout, Amazon's new delivery robot
Meet Scout, Amazon's new delivery robot that is aiming to help solve the last-mile problem.
Nike unveils the Adapt BB: a self-lacing, app controlled sneaker
Nike unveiled a self-lacing basketball sneaker that allows wearers to customize their fit in real time through a phone app. Dubbed the Nike Adapt BB, the sneaker automatically resizes once placed on the foot. Once in place, athletes can use buttons on the side of the sneaker or access an app in order to adjust the fit according to their needs. Nike tapped Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum to test the gear before its public unveiling.
Bill Gates on role US should play in global poverty fight
The Microsoft co-founder and co-chair of the Gates Foundation joins Chris Wallace on 'Fox News Sunday.'
HQ Trivia and Vine co-founder dead from apparent drug overdose
The CEO of HQ Trivia and co-founder of Vine was found dead in his SOHO apartment. The cause of death is an apparent drug overdose.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai's hearing highlights: Political bias
Google CEO Sundar Pichai's hearing highlights as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle bring up political bias in Google searches and algorithms.
Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, dead at 65
Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has died at the age of 65 due to cancer complications.
The Hyperloop: Completion is closer than we think
Virgin’s Hyperloop One is the only company who has a legitimate test facility and a physical Hyperloop that could someday in the near future transport people from places like New York City to Los Angeles in four in a half hours. They’ve not only taken Elon Musk’s concept and made it a reality, but they have improved it tremendously. Fox News gets the exclusive with company engineers and directors explaining their latest updates to a near complete Hyperloop pod and track.
Facebook security breach: 50 million user accounts affected
Facebook said it discovered a security breach that affects nearly 50 million user accounts. According to the company hackers exploited the 'View As' feature on the service and steps are being taken to fix the security problem.
Apple reveals massive new iPhone and Apple watch
Apple has finally unveiled its new iPhone XS Max along with a new Apple Watch.
Everything to know about 'Fortnite'
'Fortnite' has become a cultural phenomenon and mega-hit for video game developer Epic Games, boasting 125 million players around the world. What is it that makes this game so immensely popular, and how did it come to be?
Apple becomes a $1 trillion company
Apple has become the first U.S. company to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization, with shares climbing above the $207 price point.
Facebook detects fake accounts trying to interfere with midterm elections
Facebook discovered a new ongoing political campaign reportedly aimed to influence the midterm elections. The company removed dozens of fake accounts and cites Russia could be behind the fraudulent pages.
GDPR takes effect on May 25: What does it mean?
General Data Protection Regulation will impact the way personal data is manages across the globe. What does it mean and how does it affect you?
Facebook: Facts & stats
In 2004, 19-year-old Mark Zuckerberg launched “thefacebook.com" as a Harvard sophomore. Now, almost 14 years later, Facebook.com is one of the biggest websites in the world. From how much the conglomerate makes off of you in a year to when the highest traffic occurs, here’s a look at some facts and stats on Facebook.com.
Sandberg: Facebook did not do enough to protect user data
Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg apologizes for Cambridge Analytica scandal, says the social network is taking 'strong action' to get ahead of the problem.
Elon Musk's Boring Company to sell 'life size' Legos
Elon Musk took to Twitter to announce The Boring Company's latest product launch, life-size Lego-like interlocking bricks that can be used to create sculptures and buildings.