Senate confirms Trump's lame-duck FCC pick Nathan Simington
The Senate has narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s lame-duck nominee to become a member of the Federal Communications Commission, setting up the agency for a stretch of partisan gridlock likely to stymie President-elect Joe Biden’s policies.
United Airlines debuts virtual customer service — here’s where it's available
On Tuesday, United Airlines announced that it has launched “Agent on Demand,” a virtual customer service program.
Apple announces new wireless over-the-ear Airpods Max
Apple announced the launch of AirPods Max on Tuesday, a slick pair of over-the-ear wireless headphones with high-fidelity audio, spatial audio, active noise cancellation and Adaptive EQ.
Domino's giving out free access to movie, TV streaming with online pizza ordering
How to get access to the streaming platform the next time you order pizza.
Apple's latest update is draining people's iPhone batteries
If you thought your iPhone battery started getting worse recently, you're not alone.
Coronavirus vaccine rollout is hackers dream: Top five scams in the works
As the coronavirus vaccine becomes available this winter and into the spring, hackers will be sure to use news of the vaccine to their advantage, according to consumer credit reporting company Experian.
Google spars with Barry Diller’s IAC on marketing practices
Google, which determined that IAC misled users about its browser extensions, could go as far as banning those products from its Chrome browser. IAC, under Chairman Barry Diller, is pushing back, saying such a move would devastate a key part of its business.
The death of Zappos' Tony Hsieh: A spiral of alcohol, drugs and extreme behavior
Close friends of Tony Hsieh now say it was the culmination of a more than six-month downward spiral. The entrepreneur brought online shoe-shopping to the masses as a co-founder of Zappos and wrote a bestselling book on company culture, "Delivering Happiness." This year, he struggled, the friends say.
US not extending TikTok divestiture deadline, but talks will continue
The government had previously issued a 15-day and seven-day extension of the initial 90-day deadline
DoorDash partners with Jimmy John’s, offers restaurants self-delivery option
On Wednesday, DoorDash announced it has partnered with Jimmy John’s nationwide -- which will be using its own delivery drivers.
Coronavirus breathalyzer, wearable armband tests are 'game changers' for economy
The newest COVID test coming to market will require a simple blow.
Facebook ditches racially neutral approach to policing hate speech
Facebook is changing the way its algorithms address hate speech on the platform with a new scoring system.
Mariah Carey launching Christmas cookie line
Mariah Carey is cooking up a line of Christmas cookies.
Google researcher discovers iPhone vulnerability allowing hackers 'complete control' of device within range
A since-fixed iPhone vulnerability allowed hackers to control any iPhone within WiFi range, a Google researcher found.
Singapore approves sale of lab-grown meat, makes history with Eat Just
Singapore has granted regulatory allowance for the sale of lab-grown meat.
Facebook oversight board's first cases draw skepticism
Facebook's Independent Oversight Board has announced the first six cases that it plans to review.
Tim Tebow on future with Mets: 'I still love the game'
Tim Tebow told Stuart Varney Wednesday he is "planning on" continuing to play baseball for the New York Mets.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff: Dealmaker, publisher & political backer
Salesforce Chairman and CEO Marc Benioff has jumped to the front of the class as the preeminent dealmaker in the industry.
Refrigerators, ovens get a hygiene makeover during COVID-19 pandemic
Household appliances are breaking down faster than before with increased use as people shelter at home, and existing malfunctions have now become more intolerable. As travel remains limited because of the pandemic, wealthier consumers flush with cash are choosing to upgrade household products or splurge on new purchases.
Pokémon card could sell for $500G, breaking records
A 20-year-old Pokémon card could become the most expensive Pokémon card ever sold, fetching $500,000, British news agency SWNS reports.



















