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Google likely to face federal, state antitrust lawsuits in coming months, sources say
The Justice Department and top state attorneys general are likely to file antitrust lawsuits against Google, according to two people familiar with...
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Apple and Google are building a virus-tracking system. Health officials say it will be practically useless.
As states and national governments make efforts to use technology to augment their contact tracing efforts, Apple and Google's monopoly in the...
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Facebook acquires GIPHY, a popular search engine for viral, animated images
Facebook is acquiring GIPHY, a search engine and database for short, animated images known as GIFs, for an undisclosed sum, adding to its growing...
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Airbnb creates a new listing: its laid-off workers
When Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky laid off 25 percent of his staff he offered at least 14 weeks of pay, 12 months of health insurance and real help...
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More pajamas, please: Online comfort shopping sales spike
People are increasingly shopping online for the pandemic staples: pajamas and groceries.
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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla details: Character customization, new stealth mechanics and ... viking rap battles
The 12th mainline Assassin's Creed brings you to the Viking Age. Creative director Ashraf Ismail gives new gameplay details.
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The Technology 202: Buzzing bracelets could become a workplace accessory in the coronavirus era
The technology could help employees keep social distance.
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Facebook is quietly helping to set up a new pro-tech advocacy group to battle Washington
Facebook is working behind the scenes to help launch a new political advocacy group that would combat U.S. lawmakers and regulators trying to rein...
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Tesla’s Elon Musk reopens factory, defying county orders and daring officials to arrest him
Tesla’s factory reopened Monday, escalating a battle between Musk and the county where Tesla's main production line is located.
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R.I.P. Paul Vasquez, whose ‘double rainbow’ YouTube video was a joyful viral moment
His "double rainbow" viral video represented authenticity, before Internet videos became increasingly manufactured.
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The Technology 202: Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt takes on new role in coronavirus response
He’s using his bully pulpit to advocate for greater broadband access and to warn of changes coming to the workplace.
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Tesla’s Elon Musk threatens to sue county, relocate operations in response to coronavirus restrictions
Tesla chief executive Elon Musk said Saturday that the company would file a lawsuit and seek to move its headquarters outside California after...
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Elon Musk calls Tesla workers back to the factory (again). Health officials say no (again).
It was the second time in months the company made clear its intention to defy the public health order.
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As the world weathers a pandemic, Nintendo may just be recession-proof
Why, in moments of crisis, does everyone want to shelter in place in the House of Mario?
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For veteran broadcasters, esports is a whole new ballgame
The action may be virtual, but traditional broadcasters are finding that esports is just as compelling as the real deal.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is now playing Animal Crossing. And she’s visiting her followers.
The popular congresswoman is a known and avid gamer.