Hackers Are Exploiting a 5-Alarm Bug In Networking Equipment  

Andy Greenberg writes via Wired: Late last week, government agencies, including the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team and Cyber Command, sounded the alarm about a particularly nasty vulnerability in a line of BIG-IP products sold by F5. The agencies recommended security professionals immediately implement a patch to protect the devices from hacking techniques that could fully take control of the networking equipment, offering access to all the traffic they touch and a foothold for

what do you think? 2020-07-07 10:00:00

Moon's Metal-Rich Craters Challenge Popular Theories About Its Origin  

schwit1 shares a report from UPI: The most popular theory of the moon's origins contends the satellite was formed when a Mars-sized object collided with Earth, vaporizing large portions of Earth's upper crust. While Earth's upper crust is poor in metals, new research -- published Wednesday in the journal Earth and Planetary Science Letters -- suggests the moon's subsurface is surprisingly metal-rich, undermining the satellite's proposed origin story. Authors of the new study suggest planetary sc

what do you think? 2020-07-07 07:00:00

Coronavirus airborne transmission: What you need to know - CNET  

Experts claim the coronavirus can linger in the air, but the WHO believes the science isn't yet settled.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 04:56:47

Second stimulus check for $1,200? $2,000? What the proposals could mean for you - CNET  

What we know about a second stimulus package and the possibility of another wave of direct payments for Americans.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 04:27:57

Strange pink snow in the Italian Alps might be a red flag - CNET  

More "watermelon snow" in the Alps could be a sign of fast-melting ice.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 04:23:17

Facebook-backed Unacademy acquires PrepLadder for $50 million  

Indian online learning platform Unacademy said on Tuesday it has acquired Chandigarh-based startup PrepLadder for $50 million as the Facebook-backed edtech giant scouts for deals to expand its presence in the country. PrepLadder, which employs about 150 people, offers courses aimed at medical students. The two-year-old startup, which never raised any capital from external investors, has […]

what do you think? 2020-07-07 04:22:55

Samsung sees slight drop in Q2 sales and profit rise despite coronavirus' spread - CNET  

The company benefited from a one-time gain in its display business, even as its phone and other operations likely faced lower demand.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 04:11:25

TikTok faces ban in the US; pulls out of Hong Kong  

The world’s most popular short video app continues to be in the crosshairs of politicians globally. On Monday night, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Fox News that the United States is “certainly looking at” banning TikTok over concerns that it could be used by the Beijing government as a surveillance and propaganda tool. The […]

what do you think? 2020-07-07 03:53:49

Secretive data startup Palantir has confidentially filed for an IPO  

As the coronavirus pandemic spread throughout the world, Palantir pitched its technology to bring big data to tracking efforts.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 03:48:41

TikTok plans to withdraw from Hong Kong, may face US ban - CNET  

The video sharing app is apparently under Trump administration scrutiny.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 03:37:23

Giant Flywheel Project In Scotland Could Prevent UK Blackouts  

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: A giant flywheel in north-east Scotland could soon help to prevent blackouts across Britain by mimicking the effect of a power station but without using fossil fuels. The trailblazing project near Keith in Moray, thought to cost about 25 million British pounds, will not generate electricity or produce carbon emissions -- but it could help keep the lights on by stabilizing the energy grid's electrical frequency. The Norwegian energy company S

what do you think? 2020-07-07 03:30:00

NASA Curiosity rover starts epic 'summer road trip' across Mars - CNET  

Get in the rover, kids. We're going to the sulfate-bearing unit!

what do you think? 2020-07-07 03:02:59

This digital location tech could help emergency crews find you in the wilderness - CNET  

Exclusive: Several emergency services in the US and Canada are embracing the What3words service. One tap on a text message lets you tell them exactly where you are.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 02:46:39

Twitter suspends 16 accounts linked to Middle East propaganda campaign - CNET  

Fake personas placed dozens of opinion pieces in conservative publications, an investigation by the Daily Beast reveals.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 02:30:40

Baseball is back: Schedule, locations and how to watch MLB's return - CNET  

It was in doubt for a moment, and some players are sitting out the shortened 2020 season entirely, but most of the boys of summer will start play in late July.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 02:26:44

Victress Capital, a fund founded by women to back women founders, just closed its second fund  

Women start 40 percent of the businesses in the U.S., but they receive just 3% of venture funding. It doesn’t take a math whiz to recognize that such an extreme funding gap could spell opportunity, but it might help if you are math minded, a longtime investor, and happen to be woman and so conceivably […]

what do you think? 2020-07-07 01:58:51

Microsoft's Next Xbox Series X Game Showcase Coming July 23  

Microsoft will be holding its next Xbox Games Showcase on July 23, the company announced today. Ars Technica reports: Unlike Microsoft's May promotional event, which focused on third-party launch titles for the upcoming console, the July 23 event is expected to discuss first-party exclusives from Microsoft's own Xbox Game Studios. That likely includes new footage of Halo Infinite, which saw a new teaser trailer a few weeks ago. That lineup of first-party studios now includes Psychonauts 2 develo

what do you think? 2020-07-07 01:30:00

Second stimulus check from the IRS: Could you qualify? Here's what we know - CNET  

If the House and Senate do approve a second stimulus check, would you get one? That's all part of a debate this month in Washington.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 01:09:24

When would a second stimulus check come out? We may have a pretty good idea - CNET  

If a second stimulus payment does happen -- and we still don't know for certain if it will -- we've broken down the dates that Congress has to work with.

what do you think? 2020-07-07 01:04:11

New H.266 VCC Codec Up To 50% More Efficient Than Previous Standard  

The Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute on Tuesday announced the H.266 Versatile Video Coding codec, which will power more data-efficient video capture and transmission on future iPhones. AppleInsider reports: Apple adopted the predecessor to the new codec, H.265/HEVC, in iOS 11. The updated video codec, which was developed after years of research and standardization, will bring a number of tangible benefits to future iPhone users. In its announcement, the Fraunhofer HHI said that H.266 will red

what do you think? 2020-07-07 00:50:00

Microsoft Is Interested In Acquiring Warner Bros. Gaming Unit  

According to a new report from The Information, Microsoft is interested in bidding on Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, which is currently a division of AT&T. From a report: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, or WB Games, is known for publishing the "Batman: Arkham" series, "Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor," many "Lego" and "Harry Potter" games, "Mortal Kombat," and "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt." The unit consists of game-development studios in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. AT&T a

what do you think? 2020-07-07 00:30:00

How Google Docs Became the Social Media of the Resistance  

An anonymous reader quotes a report from MIT Technology Review: In just the last week, Google Docs has emerged as a way to share everything from lists of books on racism to templates for letters to family members and representatives to lists of funds and resources that are accepting donations. Shared Google Docs that anyone can view and anyone can edit, anonymously, have become a valuable tool for grassroots organizing during both the coronavirus pandemic and the police brutality protests sweepi

what do you think? 2020-07-07 00:10:00

Foreign Students Must Leave the US If Their Universities Transition To Online-Only Learning  

ugen shares a report from Reuters: Foreign students must leave the United States if their school's classes this fall will be taught completely online or transfer to another school with in-person instruction, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency announced on Monday. It was not immediately clear how many student visa holders would be affected by the move, but foreign students are a key source of revenue for many U.S. universities as they often pay full tuition. ICE said it wou

what do you think? 2020-07-06 23:34:00

PlayStation's Secret Weapon: A Nearly All-Automated Factory  

According to Nikkei Asian Review, much of the PlayStation's success can be attributed to an unassuming factory in Japan that is almost entirely operated by robots. From the report: On the outskirts of Kisarazu, a large, white building towers over an otherwise suburban landscape. Once inside, visitors are greeted by the whirring of motors as dozens of robots seamlessly churn out PlayStation 4 consoles. Just a few humans were present to deal with a handful of tasks -- two to feed bare motherboards

what do you think? 2020-07-06 22:50:00

Fujitsu Announces Permanent Work-From-Home Plan  

Technology firm Fujitsu announced a new "Work Life Shift" program that will offer unprecedented flexibility to its 80,000 workers in Japan. "Staff will be able to work flexible hours, and working from home will be standard wherever possible," reports the BBC. From the report: In a statement sent to the BBC, Fujitsu said it "will introduce a new way of working that promises a more empowering, productive, and creative experience for employees that will boost innovation and deliver new value to its

what do you think? 2020-07-06 22:10:00

Supreme Court Upholds Cellphone Robocall Ban  

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Associated Press: The Supreme Court on Monday upheld a 1991 law that bars robocalls to cellphones. The case, argued by telephone in May because of the coronavirus pandemic, only arose after Congress in 2015 created an exception in the law that allowed the automated calls for collection of government debt. Political consultants and pollsters were among those who asked the Supreme Court to strike down the entire 1991 law that bars them from making roboc

what do you think? 2020-07-06 21:30:00

Broadband's Underused Lifeline For Low-income Users  

The federal government's main program to keep lower income people connected is only serving one-fifth of the people it could help, even during a pandemic that has forced school and work online. From a report: Millions of Americans still lack access to the high-speed internet service that's become vital as people remain stuck at home and reopenings reverse. The Lifeline program, administered by the Federal Communications Commission, provides a $9.25 monthly subsidy (more on tribal lands) to compa

what do you think? 2020-07-06 20:50:00

What if your stimulus check never shows up? Follow these steps - CNET  

Do you suspect your IRS payment is lost, stolen or somehow missing? We have information about important next steps for you to track it down.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 20:27:17

Facial-Recognition Firm Ends Operations in Canada, Watchdog Says  

Canada's privacy watchdog said facial recognition software provider Clearview AI will no longer offer its services in the country, suspending a contract with its last remaining client, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. From a report: The move comes almost five months after privacy authorities at the federal level and in three provinces launched an investigation into the New York-based firm over allegations it collected personal information without consent and provided data to law enforcement. T

what do you think? 2020-07-06 20:21:00

China Confirms Case of Bubonic Plague In Inner Mongolia  

China has confirmed one case of bubonic plague in northern province Inner Mongolia, according to a statement on the local health authority's website. From a report: The patient is now under treatment at a hospital and is in a stable condition, the Bayannur health commission said in a late Sunday night statement. It also issued a level-three alert, warning of the risks of human-to-human infection and urging citizens to report dead animals, suspected plague cases and patients running a fever for u

what do you think? 2020-07-06 20:12:00

DNA Inherited From Neanderthals May Increase Risk of Covid-19  

A stretch of DNA linked to Covid-19 was passed down from Neanderthals 60,000 years ago, according to a new study. From a report: Scientists don't yet know why this particular segment increases the risk of severe illness from the coronavirus. But the new findings, which were posted online on Friday and have not yet been published in a scientific journal, show how some clues to modern health stem from ancient history. "This interbreeding effect that happened 60,000 years ago is still having an imp

what do you think? 2020-07-06 19:35:00

MCU Black Widow movie to pass the torch to Florence Pugh, report says - CNET  

The future of Black Widow will examine the character's comic book origins.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 19:20:47

The best video doorbell camera for 2020 - CNET  

Are you looking for a new doorbell? Start here.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 19:18:41

Harvard Will Allow Some Students on Campus This Fall So Long as They Take Coronavirus Tests Every 3 Days  

Harvard University is welcoming freshmen and some other students back to campus this fall semester, but students will have to take coronavirus tests every three days, classes will still be taught online and it won't discount tuition, the school announced Monday. From a report: Upperclassmen will be able to petition to return if they don't have sufficient technology at home or have challenging family circumstances. The total percentage of undergraduates living on campus would be limited to around

what do you think? 2020-07-06 18:44:00

Google discontinues the Pixel 3a - CNET  

The lower-cost phone is not being restocked.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 18:22:15

Hong Kong Government Tells Schools To Remove Books Breaching Security Law  

Hong Kong's government on Monday ordered schools to review and remove any books that might breach a sweeping new security law that Beijing imposed last week on the restless city. From a report: "In accordance with the four types of offences clearly stipulated in the law, the school management and teachers should review teaching and learning materials in a timely manner, including books," the Education Bureau said. "If they find outdated content or content that may concern the four aforementioned

what do you think? 2020-07-06 18:05:00

The best shower head for 2020 - CNET  

Make your morning routine better with the best shower head. We help you sort through the options to find the one that will make getting clean feel great.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 17:33:18

US Secret Service Reports an Increase in Hacked Managed Service Providers  

The US Secret Service sent out a security alert last month to the US private sector and government organizations warning about an increase in hacks of managed service providers (MSPs). From a report: MSPs provide remote management software for companies. MSPs can be simple services like file-sharing systems to complete solutions that manage a customer's entire computer fleet. Most MSP services are built around a server-client software architecture. The server part can be remotely hosted with the

what do you think? 2020-07-06 17:27:00

Here's a list of tech companies that the SBA says took PPP money  

The U.S. Treasury Department released Monday a highly anticipated trove of data identifying every company that has received a loan of more than $150,000 from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) — a list that includes some of the hottest names in the tech startup world, including Bolt Mobility, Getaround, Luminar, Stackin, TuSimple and Velodyne. The […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 16:51:08

US Tech Giants Halt Reviews of Hong Kong Demands For User Data  

Facebook and Twitter have confirmed they have suspended processing demands for user data from Hong Kong authorities following the introduction of a new Beijing-imposed national security law. From a report: A spokesperson for Facebook told TechCrunch it will "pause" the processing of data demands until it can better understand the new national security law, "including formal human rights due diligence and consultations with human rights experts." The spokesperson added: "We believe freedom of exp

what do you think? 2020-07-06 16:45:00

Hamilton on Disney Plus: First-timers debate whether it meets the hype - CNET  

Review: The hit Broadway musical has been heaped with critical acclaim for years. So what's it like finally seeing it after so much buzz?

what do you think? 2020-07-06 16:37:41

The Stunning Second Life of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'  

A fifteen-year-old cartoon is an unlikely contender for most-watched show in America. And yet when "Avatar: The Last Airbender" arrived on Netflix, in May, it rose through the ranks to become the platform's No. 1 offering, and even now it remains a fixture in the Top Ten for the U.S. From a report: The series first ran from 2005 to 2008 on Nickelodeon, and swiftly made a name for itself as a politically resonant, emotionally sophisticated work -- one with a sprawling but meticulously plotted myt

what do you think? 2020-07-06 16:22:00

Bird denies getting $10 million COVID-19 loan - CNET  

The electric scooter company says it was "erroneously listed" in the government's data.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 16:07:18

Algae in the Alps turns snow pink, but it might be a red flag, report says - CNET  

More "watermelon snow" in the Italian Alps could be a sign of fast-melting ice.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 15:37:51

Next-gen Games May Cost $70. It's Overdue, But Also Worrisome.  

For years, it was long believed that $60 is the only price that the U.S. games market could bear (and they're often more expensive in international markets). But industry leaders and journalists have questioned the stubborn stickiness of the sticker price in recent years. And the last three years saw an explosion of varying price tiers, anywhere from free (like "Fortnite") to monthly subscription services, like Apple Arcade and Xbox Game Pass. And much of the industry's total game sales are digi

what do you think? 2020-07-06 15:21:00

The best wired streaming device to save your home Wi-Fi bandwidth - CNET  

Streaming Netflix, YouTube, Amazon, Disney Plus or Hulu can occupy your Wi-Fi. Try running an Ethernet connection instead.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 15:15:09

BMW is Going All-in On In-car Microtransactions  

BMW has detailed an overhaul to the digital systems that power its luxury vehicles, including a new map and navigation system, a revamped digital assistant, a "digital key" (first shown off at Apple's annual developer conference last month), and wireless Android Auto. But the most interesting thing BMW shared about the changes is that the company is going all-in on in-car microtransactions. From a report: Cars are more full of computers and software than ever before, which has made it possible f

what do you think? 2020-07-06 14:40:00

Daily Crunch: Uber confirms Postmates acquisition  

You may have noticed that The Daily Crunch is publishing about six hours later than usual. Do not be alarmed! We decided that sending the newsletter later in the day was a better fit for the TechCrunch news cycle — hopefully, there will be fewer days when we hit Publish and then groan when we see […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 14:33:46

Uber Agrees To Buy Food-Delivery Service Postmates for $2.65 Billion in Stock  

Uber has bought food-delivery service Postmates for $2.65 billion in stock, the companies announced Monday. From a report: The deal brings together the fourth-largest U.S. food delivery service with Uber Eats, which trails only DoorDash in market share, according to Second Measure and Edison Trends. The companies said Uber intends to keep the Postmates app running separately, "supported by a more efficient, combined merchant and delivery network." Uber previously was in the running to buy rival

what do you think? 2020-07-06 14:00:00

Equity Monday: Uber-Postmates is announced, three funding rounds and narrative construction  

Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch's venture capital-focused podcast where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. This is Equity Monday, our week-starting primer in which we go over the latest news, dig into the week ahead, talk about some neat funding rounds and dive into the latest big news from the startup world. (You […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 13:53:38

The best-sounding wireless earbuds: Sony, Sennheiser and more - CNET  

Many people are looking for cheap true wireless headphones, but if you're looking for something with top-notch sound, this is the list for you.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 12:47:14

Four views: Is edtech changing how we learn?  

The COVID-19 pandemic compelled us to experiment with edtech, but it's still unclear whether attending school virtually with a laptop at the kitchen table offers the same benefits as sitting in a classroom.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 12:25:32

Payfazz gets $53 million to give more Indonesians access to financial services  

Indonesia is not only Southeast Asia's most populated country, but also one of the world's fastest-growing economies. But many people, especially outside of major cities, still lack access to basic financial services like bank accounts. Payfazz is one of several tech startups focused on solving that problem by finding innovative ways to give more Indonesians […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 11:54:13

PayPal's CEO: Being anti-racist means being in the fight - CNET  

Dan Schulman talks about George Floyd, systemic racism and helping Black-owned businesses.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 11:51:45

Need a pulse oximeter? These models are still in stock, starting at $24 - CNET  

Don't pay jacked-up prices to measure your heart rate and blood oxygen saturation.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 11:39:38

This robot will alert you when a product is back in stock. Here's how you set it up - CNET  

Uptime Robot is meant to send alerts about website outages, but with a little effort, it's a stock checker on steroids.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:56:24

Best VR headset for 2020 - CNET  

Oculus Quest, HTC Vive or PSVR? It all depends on who you are, and how much you want to spend.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:53:58

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class teaser previews big MBUX update - Roadshow  

The infotainment screen looks like it's about to get a lot bigger.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:42:05

Venture Capitalists' Critiques of Journalism Secretly Leaked to Journalists  

A confrontation between venture capitalists and journalists has been slowly playing out on Twitter — and in an incendiary article on VICE US. It started when... A luggage startup's co-CEO complained on Instagram about young reporters who "forgo their personal ethics." A New York Times reporter called the posts "incoherent" and "disappointing." Angel investor Balaji S. Srinivasa (also the former CTO of Coinbase) later said the reporter "attacked" the co-CEO, who he then needed to de

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:34:00

Buying face masks for kids? 15 online stores you can shop from now - CNET  

Your child needs a comfortable face mask designed just for them. Here are several that specialize in kids' sizes, and styles of all kinds.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:21:14

2021 Jeep Wrangler will get updates to better battle Bronco, report says - Roadshow  

Better to get ahead of this one.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:12:33

2021 Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport teased with new picture and video ahead of reveal - Roadshow  

With just a week left until the debut, Ford is revealing more of both Bronco models.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 10:02:43

NASA Curiosity rover starts epic 'summer road trip' across Mars - CNET  

Get in the rover, kids. We're going to the sulfate-bearing unit!

what do you think? 2020-07-06 09:38:50

Supreme Court strikes debt-collector exception for robocall ban - CNET  

Thanks to a decision from the high court on Monday, consumers won't have to deal with annoying robocalls to their cellphones from debt collectors.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 09:35:37

The Last Jedi's Rian Johnson remotely directs a Pokemon Go Fest 2020 commercial - CNET  

From Star Wars to Starmie.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 09:27:05

Apple, Google, Amazon and Facebook CEOs to appear at antitrust hearing on July 27 - CNET  

The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust will hear from the tech giants' leaders.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:54:22

NASA astronaut captures view of rare bright comet Neowise from ISS - CNET  

A Russian cosmonaut also snapped a gorgeous ISS photo of comet C/2020 F3 NEOWISE.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:47:12

Email is broken and Hey's Jason Fried is here to fix it  

We're trying to reduce the amount of workload people have to go through so they can have more time to themselves. Email should not feel like work, it shouldn't be work.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:44:34

Logistics are key as NYC startup prepares to reopen office  

The future of offices will require “hot desks,” contact tracing and a volunteer task force run by employees to make sure their colleagues are washing their damn hands. SquareFoot CEO Jonathan Wasserstrum says he’s bullish on the future of office spaces because his startup helps growing companies find office space. Since COVID-19 hit, his firm […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:42:27

A handy cart to haul your beach gear is 50% off at Best Buy - CNET  

This is a total beach day game-changer.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:23:06

How I digitized my old camcorder tapes - CNET  

Transferring my Hi8 tapes was really simple. Why did I wait so long?

what do you think? 2020-07-06 08:21:49

Uber confirms it is acquiring Postmates in an all-stock, $2.65B deal  

Competition continues to heat up in the food delivery wars. In the latest development, Uber today announced that it has acquired Postmates in a $2.65 billion, all-stock deal. It plans to run the business alongside its own food delivery business, Uber Eats, keeping the Postmates app running while merging some of the tech and delivery […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:42:58

Comet Neowise could be a 'great' one. Here's how to catch it - CNET  

It's already possible to see it with just binoculars or even the naked eye as it comes closer to Earth this month.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:41:30

Best mesh Wi-Fi systems for 2020: Eero, Orbi, Google Nest and more - CNET  

Sick and tired of dead zones in your home's Wi-Fi connection? A mesh router can help deliver fast internet at long range. Here are the best we've tested.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:34:16

Political Protests Are Now Happening in Videogames  

Business Insider reports that some players are adapting their avatars in the game world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons to show their support for the Black Lives Matter movement in the real world: In "Animal Crossing: New Horizons," players are creating customized signs and clothing for their game characters that say "BLM" and depict symbols of "No justice, no peace...." Anyone with access to a Nintendo Online account can host an online protest in the game; one such virtual protest was held on

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:34:00

Instagram Reels arrives in India following TikTok's ban  

In the wake of India’s decision to ban TikTok and dozens of other Chinese apps over privacy concerns, Instagram has expanded its TikTok rival, known as Reels, in the region. The launch in India also comes only days after Facebook announced its standalone TikTok clone, Lasso, would be shutting down on July 10. In addition […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:29:57

Playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons could earn you $1,000 - CNET  

Forget bells. We're talking cash.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 07:02:11

Next-gen Ford Ranger Raptor will get a V6 in the US, report claims - Roadshow  

Ford hasn't yet admitted the Ranger Raptor will come Stateside, though.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 06:57:20

Minted's Mariam Naficy will join us at TechCrunch Early Stage  

At Early Stage, the first event of its kind from TechCrunch, entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to learn from some of the greatest minds in the tech world across categories like fundraising, scaling, operations and marketing. Alongside these VCs, lawyers, growth marketers, operators and recruiters, we’ll also be hearing directly from entrepreneurs who have charted […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 06:21:36

Tech shares set fresh records despite uncertain economy  

Despite record-setting COVID-19 infections, American equities rose today. All major indices gained ground during regular trading, while tech stocks did even better. The Nasdaq Composite set new 52-week and all-time highs, touching 10,462.0 points before closing at 10,433.65, up 2.21% on the day. Similarly, a basket of SaaS and cloud companies that has risen and […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:48:21

Sequoia announces $1.35 billion venture and growth funds for India and Southeast Asia  

Sequoia Capital India on Monday announced it has secured $1.35 billion from LPs for two new funds in the country as the storied venture firm looks to ramp up its investments in the world’s second largest internet market and Southeast Asia. The two new funds — a $525M venture fund and a $825M growth fund […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:46:54

Baseball is coming back: Dates, locations and how to watch MLB's return - CNET  

It took awhile, and some players are sitting out the shortened 2020 season entirely, but most of the boys of summer will start play in late July.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:37:24

Mercedes-Benz 2021 S-Class jumps on the giant touchscreen bandwagon  

Mercedes-Benz sent out a teaser image and video Monday of its upcoming 2021 S-Class that hints at a sleeker interior that forgoes the bevy of physical knobs and toggles found in previous models in favor of a digital-centric design. The teasers illustrate a movement in the automotive industry popularized by Tesla to incorporate large touchscreens […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:32:04

World's first 5G laptop: Hands on with the Lenovo Flex 5G - CNET  

The new Lenovo Flex 5G, the first 5G laptop you can buy, adds that buzz-heavy feature to an otherwise gray suit of a laptop.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:26:10

Best indoor home security cameras for 2020 - CNET  

Find out which indoor cams are the best at keeping an eye on things.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:19:52

Facebook, Twitter, Google pause review of Hong Kong requests for user data - CNET  

Tech giants are assessing a new national security law China imposed on Hong Kong.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:16:36

When would a second stimulus check come? We may have a pretty good idea - CNET  

If a second stimulus payment will happen -- and we still don't know for certain if it will -- we've broken down the dates that Congress has to work with.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:08:02

Lydia expands credit offering in partnership with Younited Credit  

French startup Lydia is announcing a new partnership with Younited Credit, which lets you borrow anything between €500 and €3,000 and pay back within 6 to 36 months. The feature will be released in France at some point during the summer. This isn't the first time Lydia is playing around with credit. The company already […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 05:06:28

2021 Kia K5 priced from $24,455, just $100 more than current Optima - Roadshow  

Kia's renamed midsize sedan goes on sale this month.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 04:55:06

US online grocery sales hit record $7.2 billion in June  

Despite the slow reopening of the U.S. economy over the past several weeks, online grocery shopping is continuing to reach ever-higher numbers as Americans seem to be in no rush to return to the store. According to new research released today by Brick Meets Click and Mercatus, U.S. online grocery sales hit a record $7.2 […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 04:25:35

Microsoft Xbox Series X Games Showcase: How to watch and everything you need to know - CNET  

Microsoft will show off new games planned for its Xbox Series X, including Halo Infinite, on July 23 starting at 9 a.m. PT.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 04:11:01

Second stimulus check from the IRS: Would you qualify? Everything we know so far - CNET  

If Congress does approve a second stimulus check, would you get one? That's all part of a debate this month in Washington.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 04:07:47

Tesla to Make Molecule Printers for Gates-Backed Vaccine Developer  

Tesla is building mobile molecule printers to produce a potential COVID-19 vaccine being developed in Germany by CureVac, reports Reuters: CureVac, an unlisted German company, has said it is developing portable, automated mRNA production units that it calls printers and which Musk described as "RNA microfactories". They are being designed to be shipped to remote locations, where they can churn out its vaccine candidate and other mRNA-based therapies depending on the recipe fed into the machin

what do you think? 2020-07-06 04:04:00

Uber buys Postmates for $2.65 billion, getting deeper into deliveries - CNET  

The ride-hailing company says the move will help expand its efforts to deliver groceries, essentials and other goods.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:55:12

Microsoft sets date of Xbox Games Showcase, including Halo, for July 23 - CNET  

The Xbox maker's big video game reveal event will show off new games planned for its Xbox Series X, coming later this year.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:49:28

Hamilton on Disney Plus is bringing musical theater to a whole new audience - CNET  

It's more than another movie musical -- it's a game changer.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:38:36

Next stimulus check: How much money could I get with a second round? - CNET  

If Washington signs off on a second stimulus check, could you get an extra $1,200, or some other amount? It isn't clear, but this is what we're hearing so far.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:38:23

UFC 251 Usman vs. Masvidal: Start time, how to watch or stream online and full fight card - CNET  

Jorge Masvidal finally gets his title fight at UFC 251.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:38:10

2021 Mazda3 Turbo gets AWD, 227 hp, but no Mazdaspeed badging - Roadshow  

According to a Mazda Mexico video, the new turbo 3 should boast 310 pound-feet, making it a torque monster.

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:19:01

Uber reportedly agrees to acquire Postmates for $2.65 billion  

Uber has reportedly agreed to buy Postmates in an all-stock deal worth $2.65 billion. According to Bloomberg, the deal may be announced on Monday morning. Like other travel- and transportation-related businesses, Uber’s ride-hailing segment has been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, due to shelter-in-place orders throughout the United States. On-demand delivery, however, has grown, […]

what do you think? 2020-07-06 03:17:57