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Twitter removed some accounts originating in Iran, Russia and Venezuela that targeted U.S. midterm election

Twitter revealed Thursday it had removed thousands of malicious accounts thought to have originated in Iran, Russia and Venezuela for spreading disinformation online, including previously undisclosed efforts to target the 2018 U.S. midterm election. Twitter removed some accounts originating in Iran, Russia and Venezuela that targeted U.S. midterm election Source: Washington Post Tech

It’s Not the Stuff of a Playful BuzzFeed Quiz

For the 220 people laid off recently at the digital publisher, a harsh reality hit this week that included a fight for better severance pay and attacks from trolls. It’s Not the Stuff of a Playful BuzzFeed Quiz Source: NY Times Tech

Net neutrality heads to court tomorrow. Here’s what to expect.

Three federal judges again hold the future of the Internet in their hands. Net neutrality heads to court tomorrow. Here’s what to expect. Source: Washington Post Tech

January 31, 2019

Uber and Cabify to suspend services in Barcelona after local taxi protests and government ruling that they can pick up passengers only after a 15-minute delay (Axel Bugge/Reuters)

Axel Bugge / Reuters: Uber and Cabify to suspend services in Barcelona after local taxi protests and government ruling that they can pick up passengers only after a 15-minute delay — MADRID (Reuters) – Ride-hailing companies Uber and Cabify are to suspend their services in Barcelona in response … Uber and Cabify to suspend services

Linux Fu: Easier File Watching

In an earlier installment of Linux Fu, I mentioned how you can use inotifywait to efficiently watch for file system changes. The comments had a lot of alternative ways to do the same job, which is great. But there was one very easy-to-use tool that didn’t show up, so I wanted to talk about it. That

January 31, 2019

Review: Cambridge Audio’s Yoyo (L) is a hi-fi Sonos alternative with Google Cast

The most popular wireless speakers tend to be part of a walled garden. Sonos, Google, and Apple’s speakers force you into their own wireless protocols, with few or no inputs for wired sources. Though they all sound great in their own way, they might not be the best choice for audio enthusiasts looking for versatility.

Mercedes debuts new V-Class van, promises electric EQV concept for Geneva – Roadshow

It’s just a refresh, but the promise of an electric one is great. Mercedes debuts new V-Class van, promises electric EQV concept for Geneva – Roadshow Source: CNet

NASA's Hubble telescope finds a surprise neighbor galaxy hiding out – CNET

Oh hello, Bedin 1. We didn’t see you sneaking around back there. NASA's Hubble telescope finds a surprise neighbor galaxy hiding out – CNET Source: CNet

Microsoft's Super Bowl ad features kids gaming with the Xbox Adaptive Controller – CNET

The controller is designed to work for gamers of all shapes, sizes and abilities. Microsoft's Super Bowl ad features kids gaming with the Xbox Adaptive Controller – CNET Source: CNet

Deactivating Facebook leaves people less informed but happier, study finds

The study found that temporarily quitting Facebook led people to spend more time offline, watching TV and socializing with family and friends, and provoked a small but significant improvement in satisfaction with their lives. Deactivating Facebook leaves people less informed but happier, study finds Source: Washington Post Tech

January 31, 2019

Google says Cloud Firestore, its serverless NoSQL document database for mobile, web, and IoT apps, is now generally available in 13 regions around the world (Frederic Lardinois/TechCrunch)

Frederic Lardinois / TechCrunch: Google says Cloud Firestore, its serverless NoSQL document database for mobile, web, and IoT apps, is now generally available in 13 regions around the world — Google today announced that Cloud Firestore, its serverless NoSQL document database for mobile, web and IoT apps, is now generally available. Google says Cloud Firestore,

January 31, 2019

Starting in Denver, Uber adds a public transportation option, including real-time bus and rail info, with plans to expand elsewhere over the coming months (Andrew J. Hawkins/The Verge)

Andrew J. Hawkins / The Verge: Starting in Denver, Uber adds a public transportation option, including real-time bus and rail info, with plans to expand elsewhere over the coming months — Starting with Denver, Uber aims to become a one-stop shop for all modes of transportation — Uber customers who live in Denver … Starting

January 31, 2019

Venmo processed $19B in payments in Q4, up 80% YoY, and $62B in 2018, up 79% YoY, with an annual revenue of $200M+ (Kate Rooney/CNBC)

Kate Rooney / CNBC: Venmo processed $19B in payments in Q4, up 80% YoY, and $62B in 2018, up 79% YoY, with an annual revenue of $200M+ — – The company saw $19 billion in payments volume through its peer-to-peer lending app Venmo in the fourth quarter — an 80 percent increase year-over-year. Venmo processed

3D Print That Charging Dock For Your 3DS

The Switch is the new hotness and everyone wants Nintendo’s new portable gaming rig nestled in a dock next to their TV, but what about Nintendo’s other portable gaming system? Yes, the New Nintendo 3DS can get a charging dock, and you can 3D print it with swappable plates that make it look like something

January 31, 2019

Cryptocurrency startup NEM discloses layoffs and wasteful budget

Another cryptocurrency startup is laying off staff and restructuring its business entirely. This week, it’s the group behind the NEM blockchain and its token, XEM, and of course, it’s the bear market‘s fault. The news was shared in a wordy statement from the NEM Foundation, a non-profit. Unsurprisingly, it held the cryptocurrency market downturn responsible, even while

The doorbells have eyes: The privacy battle brewing over home security cameras

Police want to register — and even subsidize — connected home security cameras. That’s just the start of the ethical challenges ahead. The doorbells have eyes: The privacy battle brewing over home security cameras Source: Washington Post Tech

January 31, 2019

People are obsessed with buying coffee with cryptocurrency – here’s why

We’ve all heard the trope cryptocurrencers use to push their utopian dream on us; having the ability to buy your morning coffee with Bitcoin or some other cryptocurrency. But I’ve been wondering where this incessant need to “caffeinate by cryptocurrency” came from? Is it really a good thing? I don’t even drink coffee, so what

Don’t be a creep with your Ring doorbell or Nest security camera. Follow these steps.

More and more people are installing doorbell cameras for security and to catch porch pirates. The Post’s Geoffrey A. Fowler goes over some issues you may not have considered. Don’t be a creep with your Ring doorbell or Nest security camera. Follow these steps. Source: Washington Post Tech

January 31, 2019

Hear from the inventor of the hashtag and many more at TNW2019

With less than 100 days to go, TNW2019 is really ramping up. We already have over 50 confirmed speakers from companies like Bynder, Google, and eToro, all coming to discuss the future of technology on May 9 and 10 in Amsterdam. We also recently announced the 11 tracks we’ll be exploring – whether it’s marketing

January 31, 2019

Binance now allows users to buy cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ethereum, litecoin, and XRP with a credit or debit card (Frank Chaparro/The Block)

Frank Chaparro / The Block: Binance now allows users to buy cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ethereum, litecoin, and XRP with a credit or debit card — Binance, the largest spot cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is now accepting credit and debit cards for crypto payments, the firm announced Thursday. Binance now allows users to buy cryptocurrencies

Subaru teases all-new 2020 Legacy for Chicago with a big ol' screen – Roadshow

Almost all the physical buttons are gone. Subaru teases all-new 2020 Legacy for Chicago with a big ol' screen – Roadshow Source: CNet

UltraViolet going dark on July 31 – CNET

The cloud video locker service primarily focused on serving up digital versions of your Digital HD and Blu-ray discs is facilitating content transfer to other services in the interim. UltraViolet going dark on July 31 – CNET Source: CNet

Samsung Galaxy S10 rumors and facts: Name confirmed, Feb. 20 launch, triple rear cameras, 5G and foldable display plus everything we know about specs, features and price – CNET

The name is now official — but so many questions remain unanswered. Samsung Galaxy S10 rumors and facts: Name confirmed, Feb. 20 launch, triple rear cameras, 5G and foldable display plus everything we know about specs, features and price – CNET Source: CNet

AI on Raspberry Pi with the Intel Neural Compute Stick

I’ve always been fascinated by AI and machine learning. Google TensorFlow offers tutorials and has been on my ‘to-learn’ list since it was first released, although I always seem to neglect it in favor of the shiniest new embedded platform. Last July, I took note when Intel released the Neural Compute Stick. It looked like

Google+ pages will shut down on April 2 – CNET

Download any photos and videos you’ve put on Google’s social network before then. Google+ pages will shut down on April 2 – CNET Source: CNet

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