The U.S. government is in active talks with Facebook, Google and a wide array of tech companies and health experts about how they can use data gleaned from Americans’ phones to combat the novel coronavirus, including tracking whether people are keeping one another at safe distances to stem the outbreak. U.S. government, tech industry discussing
Read MoreCatalin Cimpanu / ZDNet: FireEye: 76% of all enterprise ransomware attacks occur outside business hours, when IT staff support is reduced, overall ransomware attacks up 860% since 2017 — FireEye: 27% of all ransomware attacks take place during the weekend, 49% after working hours during weekdays. FireEye: 76% of all enterprise ransomware attacks occur outside
Read MoreImage: GitHub Microsoft-owned GitHub released its new mobile app today as a free download for iOS and Android. The app for the popular code repository service is primarily designed to help developers manage projects while away from their PC, letting them organize tasks, give feedback on issues, respond to comments, and review and merge pull
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge A group of Google employees has sent a memo to company leadership demanding stronger commitments to protect the more vulnerable members of Google’s workforce, primarily its contract workers, during the ongoing coronavirus crisis, according to a report from Business Insider. The memo is written by both full-time employees
Read MoreEugene Kim / Business Insider: Amazon prioritizes shipments of household staples and high-demand products to its warehouses, partially suspending Fulfillment by Amazon program through April 5 — – Amazon told sellers and vendors on Tuesday that it was suspending shipments of all nonessential products to its warehouses … Amazon prioritizes shipments of household staples and
Read MoreLinks to legitimate websites are being blocked in users’ news feeds, TechCrunch reports. Facebook spam filter reportedly blocking coronavirus links – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreOver 100 Microsoft Stores will close until further notice. Microsoft Stores to shut globally due to coronavirus concerns – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWestworld is back on HBO, and the premiere showed off a bounty of new electronics. Here’s everything we spotted and how it relates to real-world technology. Westworld season 3: All the new gadgets, from implants to wafers, broken down – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Apollo 11 astronaut spent three weeks in an isolation chamber that didn’t have the best seals. Astronaut Buzz Aldrin has advice for getting through quarantine – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by James Bareham / The Verge Facebook appears to be marking some posts linking to information and articles about the coronavirus and COVID-19 as spam, as observed by one Verge reporter and many users on Twitter on Tuesday evening. The issue is due to a “bug in an anti-spam system,” according to Guy Rosen,
Read MoreSpoiler-free book review: Rae Carson’s adaptation of the final movie in the Skywalker Saga addresses some of its flaws by giving the story time to breathe. The Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker novel might make you like the movie more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreImage: Massimo Temporelli A medical device manufacturer has threatened to sue a group of volunteers in Italy that 3D printed a valve used for life-saving coronavirus treatments. The valve typically costs about $11,000 from the medical device manufacturer, but the volunteers were able to print replicas for about $1 (via Techdirt). A hospital in Italy
Read MoreFox Corporation has acquired ad-supported streaming platform Tubi for $440 million, bringing more than 20,000 movies and shows to the platform. Tubi, which partners with top-tier studios and networks to provide people with thousands of films and TV shows, currently has 25 million users. Fox Corporation, which is separate from 21st Century Fox (the part
Read MorePhoto by Sergei BobylevTASS via Getty Images COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, has been much deadlier in older people — but more anecdotes are popping up of young, healthy people getting critically ill and even dying of the disease. What do these cases tell us about the disease? Two 29-year-old health care
Read More{$inline_image} Illustration by Angie Wang Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, we’ve been advised to stay inside and to minimize human contact. One of the biggest challenges that creates is getting food. Many states and cities have restricted restaurants to takeout since dining out is no longer considered safe or responsible. However, ordering delivery is
Read MoreThe three-week pause, which affects products like consumer electronics, allows the e-commerce company to deal with a surge in demand for household goods. To Focus on Necessities, Amazon Stops Accepting Some Items in Warehouses Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe retailer is trying to do two contradictory things: Ban hate literature but allow free speech. Amazon Bans, Then Reinstates, Hitler’s ‘Mein Kampf’ Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreOn Monday, the stock market had its worst decline since 1987. Although the market is currently attempting to rally, investing is definitely going to feel riskier than usual for a while. Read more… What Younger and Older Investors Should Do During a Bear Market Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIf you’re looking to improve Wi-Fi speeds throughout your home, here’s what you need to know about your options. Need better Wi-Fi while you're bunkered in at home? A range extender can help – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreUber and Lyft today revealed they’re both temporarily suspending carpooling services. As more and more health organizations recommend people keep their distances from each other in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, both ridesharing services are attempting to take measures to protect both their drivers and riders without suspending operations completely. To flatten the
Read MoreThe plan, announced Monday, was reportedly approved overnight. Israel is tracking phone location data to fight COVID-19, reports say – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe European Commission proposed a series of guidelines for EU nations. The European Union is closing its borders in COVID-19 measures – CNET Source: CNet
Read More{$inline_image}The University of California, Irvine School of Education has created a new research center that will aim to provide “evidence-based resources, materials and guidelines for teachers and students to improve academic achievement and equity in online learning.” UC Irvine Launches Online Learning Research Center Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreThe University of California, Irvine School of Education has created a new research center that will aim to provide “evidence-based resources, materials and guidelines for teachers and students to improve academic achievement and equity in online learning.” UC Irvine Launches Online Learning Research Center Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreIt’s the Samurai pickup conversion we didn’t know the world needed. Suzuki Jimny pickup is the workhorse we need – Roadshow Source: CNet
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