Not too long ago, Google claimed to have a developed a search engine for smells. Google Nose, as it was called, was said to be capable of offering “the sharpest olfactory experience available.” The company claimed that its Street Sense vehicles had ‘inhaled’ and indexed millions of atmospheric miles helping them build a search engine
Read MoreA push for a global agreement on autonomous weapons is stalled, much to the chagrin of advocates who believe a treaty is urgently needed. Weapons: Will There Be a Ban on Killer Robots? Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreDaniel Palmer / CoinDesk: Crypto exchange Coinbase open sources its automated security scaling tool Salus and makes it available on GitHub — U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is making a recently developed automated security scaling tool available to the public. — Called Salus, after the Roman the goddess … Crypto exchange Coinbase open sources its automated
Read MoreTelling time by using the current position of the sun is nothing revolutionary — though it probably was quite the “life hack” back in ancient times, we can assume. On the other hand, showing time by using the current position of the sun is what inspired [Rich Nelson] to create the Day Cycle Clock, a
Read MoreIn a surprise announcement, Elon Musk launched a mid-range model of Tesla 3 with a range of 260 miles. The new version is now the cheapest available variant of Tesla 3 priced at $45,000. Just released lower cost, mid-range Tesla Model 3 & super simple new order page https://t.co/cz0TQn7IOZ — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 18,
Read MoreThe device starts at $749 and has some limitations compared to its iPhone XS and XS Max siblings. You can now preorder Apple's cheaper iPhone XR – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAssuming you have an eligible phone to hand over, this is one of the cheapest ways to own an XR. Free iPhone XR from Sprint with eligible trade-in – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSpencer Soper / Bloomberg: Independent merchants allege Amazon has an unfair advantage by sending free samples via Vine to get their own brands reviewed fast, amid an EU antitrust probe — Amazon.com Inc. cracked down on fake reviews two years ago by prohibiting shoppers from getting free products directly from merchants in exchange for writing
Read MoreIf you were a youth in the 90s, odds are good that you were a part of the virtual pet fad and had your very own beeping Tamagotchi to take care of, much to the chagrin of your parents. Without the appropriate amout of attention each day, the pets could become sick or die, and
Read More“Girl with Balloon,” now renamed “Love Is in the Bin,” was meant to be destroyed entirely, but the frame malfunctioned at Sotheby’s auction house, according to a new video. Banksy's painting was meant to be shredded completely – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJames Vincent / The Verge: UK publishes guidelines on proposed law governing sites that host pornographic content, but critics say there are still problems around enforcement and more — The government is determined to verify the age of porn viewers, but is creating more problems for itself UK publishes guidelines on proposed law governing sites
Read MoreThe integration of legacy financial services, blockchains, and the emerging class of digital assets are underway. The potential of this new open financial system is enormous, but there are still several obstacles that need to be overcome for the promises of a new financial paradigm to come to fruition. There remains a substantial market gap
Read MoreMarvel’s Matt Murdock is back for his third season. The devil is loose on Netflix – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWe take an early look at what sets the iPhone XR apart from the XS. iPhone XR hands-on: Colorful phones make a great first impression – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJon Fingas / Engadget: YouTube announces partnership with Eventbrite to sell concert tickets on artists’ video channels in US, says it now covers more than 70% of US ticketing market — YouTube is making it easier to translate raw enthusiasm for a band into seeing them play live. YouTube announces partnership with Eventbrite to sell
Read MoreStan Higgins / CoinDesk: Chicago Mercantile Exchange report shows Bitcoin futures have continually risen through Q3 2018, with average daily volume up 41% since Q2 — Average daily volumes for bitcoin futures trading saw a significant jump in the third quarter compared to the last period, according to CME Group. Chicago Mercantile Exchange report shows
Read MoreA computer is, at its core, just a bunch of transistors wired together. Once you have enough transistors on a board, though, one of the first layers of abstraction that arises is the Arithmetic Logic Unit. The ALU takes in two sets of data, performs a chosen math function, and outputs one data set as
Read MoreIt was just last month that Apple announced three new iPhones and its latest smartwatch, but it turns out the company isn’t done for the year. Apple just sent out invites to its next event, taking place in Brooklyn, New York on October 30. So far, we’re expecting at four hardware products. Leaks and rumors
Read MoreVibhuti Sharma / Reuters: Micron to buy out Intel’s stake in IM Flash Technologies joint venture for $1.5B in cash and assume responsibility for $1B debt — (Reuters) – Micron Technology Inc (MU.O) said on Thursday it planned to take full control of IM Flash Technologies joint venture with Intel Corp (INTC.O). Micron to buy
Read MoreThe move signals an attempt for the all-electric automaker to get back to business after months of controversy. Tesla chief Elon Musk unveils a ,000 Model 3 (that actually costs a bit more) Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreJennifer Smith / Wall Street Journal: JD.com announces a parcel delivery service in China to send items through its app or request pickups via WeChat, starting in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou — The online retailer’s new package-delivery service will compete with private express carriers in a crowded market in China for parcel transportation JD.com announces
Read MoreArmslist is running a “haven” for illegal gun trafficking, the lawsuit alleges. Boston cop sues online marketplace that sold gun used on him – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBloomberg: China-based online retailer JD.com to launch a flagship online store on Google’s shopping platforms by year’s end to sell directly to US consumers — – Web retailer diving deeper even as tensions with China mount — JD’s been exploring ways to expand beyond its home market China-based online retailer JD.com to launch a flagship
Read MoreThe midrange Model 3 has a 260-mile range and will cost $45,000 before incentives. Tesla announces cheaper Model 3, but it's still not ,000 – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreNBC News: Source: Twitter suspended hundreds of accounts for violating spam rules; the accounts had posted pro-Saudi Arabia tweets about the disappearance of Khashoggi — Twitter became aware of some of the bots on Thursday when NBC News presented the company with evidence of coordinated activity. Source: Twitter suspended hundreds of accounts for violating spam
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