Ice Cube sues Robinhood trading app: 'Another get-rich-quick scheme'
Ice Cube has filed a lawsuit against the Robinhood trading app over a photo of the rapper that the app included in its "Robinhood Snacks" newsletter on March 8.
Tinder brings back free ‘Passport’ feature for a limited time to encourage ‘fantasy flings’
Tinder is making its usual pay-to-use Passport feature free for all users in April.
NASA invests over $45M in small businesses to combat pandemic woes and advance technologies
NASA has announced that it will invest more than $45 million in 365 proposals from American small businesses as part of the agency's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
Ford to update financial impact of global chip shortage next month
Ford is cutting production at seven assembly plants due to the shortage
TSMC to invest $100B over 3 years to meet chip demand
The move comes as global companies reel from a shortage of semiconductor chips that initially forced auto companies to cut production
Microsoft wins $21B Army contract to supply HoloLens augmented reality headsets
The Pentagon awarded a long-term contract to Microsoft to build more than 120,000 augmented reality headsets for the U.S. Army, officials said on Wednesday.
Hacker makes stunning chunk of cash creating fake COVID-19 vaccine orders online
A hacker made about $767,000 creating fake coronavirus vaccine orders on the dark web, according to researchers.
Google's 'Teacher approved' apps mislead on kids' privacy, activists tell FTC
Google's Play Store is the default option for downloading apps on nearly every Android smartphone and tablet in the United States
Russian hackers stole thousands of emails from US State Department: Report
In the second attack on the State Department in under a decade, Russian hackers stole thousands of emails in a Kremlin-backed siege last year, first reported Politico Tuesday.
Cameo aims to connect celebrities with fans and it’s now worth $1B
The startup behind online service Cameo tripled its valuation to more than $1 billion after raising more capital, reflecting a hot market for platforms that help celebrities and content creators make money from their fan bases
Meet 'Stretch,' the new warehouse robot
The multi-purpose robot -- dubbed Stretch -- is its first commercial robot designed for warehouse facilities and distribution centers.
Apple reports App store, iMessage and other services down for some users
Some Apple users on Monday were reportedly experiencing some glitches with certain apps and services, according to the company’s website.
Peloton could launch fitness tracker following Atlas Wearables acquisition
The connected fitness company, known for its spin bikes and treadmills that let users stream live and on-demand workouts, acquired Atlas Wearables, an Austin-based company that makes workout and heart rate trackers.
Biden administration working with industry to develop COVID-19 'passports' as vaccinations progress
Along with private technology and travel companies, the Biden administration is working to develop credentials – referred to as passports, health certificates or travel passes – showing proof of vaccination as individuals and businesses emerge from lockdown, the Washington Post reported Sunday.
Marriott CEO says jobs 'absolutely' coming back, company 'actively hiring' in select markets
Anthony Capuano believes the technology that helped hotels navigate the pandemic will allow them to improve the customer experience.
Silicon Valley leaders oppose 'politically motivated' Newsom recall in letter
Members of the Silicon Valley ultra-rich led by venture capitalist Ron Conway are opposing the recall effort against California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Big Tech's outsized influence draws state-level pushback
Consumer activists, small business owners and state lawmakers across the U.S. are increasingly calling for measures to rein in companies such as Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google that wield influence over so much of everyday life.
Robocalls are back with a vengeance: How to stop them
Robocalls are surging again as the economy begins to pick up steam.
How 2 friends made art history buying a $70M digital work
Two friends made history when they invested nearly $70 million in a new form of digital collectible called non-fungible tokens (NTFs).
California’s net neutrality mess that imperils veterans being cleaned up by man who created rule
Father of “net neutrality" pushing back against the law he’s fought so hard to promote



















