Electronic Arts data breach takes different tack than ransomware
The theft of Electronic Arts source code shows that ransomware isn’t the only option for thieves looking to cash in on stolen data.
Lawmakers unveil measure that could break up big tech companies like Amazon, Apple
A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced a handful of antitrust measures on Friday, including one designed to potentially break up large tech companies operating businesses with conflicts of interest.
Ransomware attack roiled meat giant JBS, then spilled over to farmers and restaurants
Employees at the U.S. division of JBS SA, JBSAY, the world’s largest meat company, noticed something wrong in their computer systems over Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kickoff for the busy summer grilling season.
Nearly 26M Amazon, Facebook, Apple, eBay user logins stolen by hackers
The private login information belonging to tens of millions of people was compromised after malware infiltrated over 3.2 million Windows-based computers during a two-year span.
PG&E warns of California blackouts amid wildfire season
California's Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is warning the state's residents to prepare for outages at the start of another threatening wildfire season.
McDonald's becomes latest cyberattack victim: What's going on?
McDonald's on Friday disclosed limited details of a data breach that may have exposed some customer data.
Archer Aviation unveils electric air taxi for launch in 2024
Archer Aviation on Thursday unveiled its first-ever electric air taxi and demonstrated how the aircraft will operate with a virtual reality flight.
Bitcoin an ‘alternative store of value’ for the future: Digital asset expert
Chamber of Digital Commerce founder and President Perianne Boring on investing some 401(k) contributions into cryptocurrencies.
Sen. Blackburn responds to Fauci saying she's 'attacking science'
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., on Dr. Anthony Fauci and Big Tech.
Over 20 civil rights groups demand Amazon divest surveillance technology, end relationships with police
More than 20 civil rights groups are demanding Amazon "permanently" divest its surveillance technology and end its relationship with law enforcement.
Democrats to unveil significant legislative action allowing for big tech breakups: report
Democrats in the House of Representatives are reportedly getting ready to unleash a legislative assault on the country’s largest tech companies.
Florida restaurant employs robots to counter staff shortage
After struggling with staffing issues due to the coronavirus pandemic, Sergio’s Restaurants CEO Carlos Gazitua is investing in robots to help take customers’ orders and even deliver food to tables.
Ohio AG targets Google in lawsuit alleging it should be considered a public utility
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit this week seeking to classify Google as a public utility in the state due to its internet search dominance.
Facebook could unveil new Apple Watch competitor by next summer: report
Facebook could unveil a new smartwatch similar to the Apple Watch by next summer, according to reports.
Technology fills the gap as jobs lag GDP
The U.S. is in the midst of a productivity boom. That is positive for wages and inflation because higher revenue can absorb increased wages without companies raising prices. It isn’t such great news for the jobs outlook if employers conclude they can meet sales goals with less hiring.
TikTok quietly changed US privacy policies days ahead of Biden executive order
TikTok quietly changed its U.S. privacy policies last week allowing the app to collect biometric data.
Biden drops ban on TikTok, other Chinese-owned apps, wants security review
President Biden on Wednesday dropped the former Trump administration's executive order blocking new downloads of TikTok and banning other Chinese-owned apps like WeChat.
Google should be treated as utility, Ohio argues in new lawsuit
Google’s critics have said for years that it should be treated like a public utility. On Tuesday, Ohio’s attorney general filed a lawsuit asking a judge to rule that the search company is one.
Senate passes bill to boost US tech industry, counter rivals
The Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill Tuesday that aims to boost U.S. semiconductor production and the development of artificial intelligence and other technology in the face of growing international competition, most notably from China.
Ring limits police access, but is it enough to silence critics?
Ring rolled out a new feature in its Neighbors app this week that allows police departments to make public “requests for assistance” for Ring users to share video that may relate to investigations.



















