{$inline_image}Scientists should start sequencing the genomes of coronavirus patients. We should look for DNA differences between patients who are severely affected and those with mild symptoms. This could allow us to predict who else would be vulnerable and advise them to take precautions. We may be able to use this knowledge against the coronavirus epidemic
Read MoreTracking entire populations to combat the pandemic now could open the doors to more invasive forms of government snooping later. As Coronavirus Surveillance Escalates, Personal Privacy Plummets Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreMeanwhile, people stuck at home in Italy are spending more time than usual watching Instagram Stories. Facebook sees 70% increase in group video calls following coronavirus outbreak – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDonie O’Sullivan / CNN: After banning ads for medical face masks over a week ago, ads served by Google for masks have shown alongside COVID-19 news on sites like CNN, NYT, CNBC, WaPo — New York (CNN Business)Some of the country’s biggest news organizations are showing ads for face masks on their websites. After banning
Read MoreThese are our current picks for cordless stick vacs. They’re powerful, convenient and more affordable than ever. The best cordless vacuum for 2020 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCOVID-19 was first detected in December last year and has now spread to over 160 countries worldwide. Here’s how the pandemic unfolded. Coronavirus timeline: How the disease spread across the globe – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe social network’s messaging service launches a new program to connect developers with health organizations for free. Facebook Messenger to help health organizations push out accurate coronavirus information – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreConfused about which model is best for you? We’ve got the ultimate guide to what makes each Instant Pot unique. The best Instant Pot of 2020 compared – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBloomberg: SoftBank plans to raise up to $41B via sale or monetization of its assets which include stakes in Alibaba and Uber; establishes up to $18B share buyback program — – The Japanese company will use $18 billion for a share buyback — SoftBank is heeding investor calls as tech valuations dive SoftBank plans to
Read MorePlus: Senator Rand Paul tests positive for COVID-19, GameStop closures, Australia begins extensive lockdowns as states close borders. Coronavirus updates: Harvey Weinstein reportedly tests positive, Merkel self-quarantines – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFor taking your blood pressure at home, try one of these devices that meet the American Heart Association’s standards. The best blood pressure monitor for at-home use – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJason Del Rey / Vox: As Amazon prioritizes household staples and other high-demand items, some non-essential items are now showing April 21 delivery dates even with Amazon Prime — The e-commerce giant is prioritizing household staples and other high-demand items during the coronavirus outbreak. As Amazon prioritizes household staples and other high-demand items, some non-essential
Read MoreWhether you’re a small business owner, artist, photographer, writer or consultant, there’s a website builder out there for you — even if you don’t know how to code. Best website builder for 2020: Wix, Squarespace and more compared – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThis week on Love Syncs: In a time of social distancing, video chats could help you stay close. Just remember not to look like a hostage. How to date online in the age of coronavirus and social distancing – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSubscribe to this bi-weekly newsletter here! Welcome to the latest edition of Pardon The Intrusion, TNW’s bi-weekly newsletter in which we explore the wild world of security. A few months ago, I wrote about how the Indian government dismissed fears of mass surveillance in response to concerns that its proposed facial recognition system lacks adequate
Read MoreCatalin Cimpanu / ZDNet: Reports: data on 538M Weibo users, including real names, site usernames, gender, location info, and 172M phone numbers, is up for sale on the dark web — Data for 538 million Weibo users, including 172 million phone numbers, has been put up for sale on the dark web. Reports: data on
Read MoreKyle Wiggers / VentureBeat: IBM, Department of Energy, White House OSTP, others launch a consortium to give COVID-19 researchers access to supercomputers, 330+ petaflops of computing power — Following the launch of its 2020 Call for Code Global Challenge, IBM today announced that it will help coordinate an effort … IBM, Department of Energy, White
Read MoreThis is the “where your favorite characters are now” episode told with a heaping dose of Westworld-ease. Westworld season 3 episode 2 recap: Let's talk about that Game of Thrones Easter egg – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCraft an Admiral Ackbar bag puppet, Bantha toy, Jabba the Hutt body pillow, Chewbacca tablet cover and more with these easy tutorials. Fun Star Wars craft activities to keep kids occupied during the coronavirus lockdown – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBloomberg: Source: on March 14 Lime recorded 147K trips globally with $617K in revenue, which dropped to ~52K trips and ~$192K revenue on March 17; rides in Paris fell 98% — Scooter-sharing service Lime is considering further cuts to its workforce in the U.S. as sales and scooter trips plummeted with the coronavirus pandemic. Source:
Read MoreMost Windows 10 upgrades and feature updates succeed without incident. But if you’re encountering problems, especially with an older PC, use these tools and techniques to figure out what’s going wrong. Windows 10 upgrade failed? Use these 5 tools to find the problem and fix it fast Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreNightclubs around the country are closed due to coronavirus, but in their absence, a new virtual club has opened its door, and it has a pretty A-List guest list. Read more… How to Get Into DJ D-Nice's Virtual 'Club Quarantine' Dance Party Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreProgrammers might have an easier time telecommuting, but they’re still affected by the pandemic. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge 'pause' updates because of coronavirus – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIf you have questions about Coronavirus, now you have another source available to get answers: Siri. Read more… Siri Can Now Field Questions About Coronavirus Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIn Europe only, Disney joins Netflix, Apple TV Plus and more in the measure to help internet services cope with an increase in demand. Disney Plus throttles streaming quality amid coronavirus outbreak – CNET Source: CNet
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