Education technology company Perceivant has updated the mobile app that works with its digital courseware. The newest version of BearTracks enables students to access courseware from the mobile application and receive push notifications. Perceivant Adds Courseware Access, Notifications to Mobile App Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreChris Welch / The Verge: Discord says it’s phasing out the digital game store it launched less than a year ago as part of its $9.99 per month Nitro subscription service, by October 15 — The company says few subscribers actually took advantage of Nitro Games — Discord seemingly isn’t the place where people want
Read MoreOn Thursday night, 10 Democratic presidential candidates debated issues of climate change, healthcare, and criminal justice reform on stage in Houston. Candidates like former Texas rep. Beto O’Rourke stood out among heated discussions of gun control; others, like former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development… Read more… The Most Important Moments From Last Night's Presidential
Read MoreSarah Perez / TechCrunch: YouTube says it will no longer allow paid views and advertising to influence its YouTube Music Charts, instead calculating rankings based only on organic plays — YouTube will no longer allow paid views and advertising to influence its YouTube Music Charts, the company announced this morning. YouTube says it will no
Read MoreNASA contractors share the grief of Israeli and Indian lunar failures Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreAnnie Palmer / CNBC: Cloudflare opens up more than 27% on its first day of trading after raising $525M in its IPO, which valued the company at over $4B — KEY POINTS — The web security company opens its first day of trading on the New York Stock Exchange with a share price of $18.
Read MoreEveryone loves a Pumpkin Spice Latte, but the true heroes of Starbucks’ current menu are the sous-vide egg bites. The perfect little pucks of protein are oddly satisfying and delightfully savory but, if you have an immersion circulator, you can make an even more delicious version at home (and enjoy it with a better… Read
Read MoreThe original looter shooter aims to deliver on the promise of a diverse cast. Meet the queer, nonbinary, pansexual characters of ‘Borderlands 3’ Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreTwo major players in the curriculum segment have signed on to work with each other. The platform produced by VitalSource for delivering digital curriculum will be used by Barnes & Noble Education for its BNC FirstDay access. Barnes & Noble Ed Moves FirstDay Access to VitalSource Source: Campus Technology
Read More{$inline_image} Annie Palmer / CNBC: WeWork announces sweeping corporate governance changes in amended S-1; sources: WeWork is now seeking a valuation as low as $10B to $12B in its IPO — KEY POINTS — WeWork’s valuation may fall below $15 billion, CNBC’s David Faber reported Friday. Its private valuation was as high as $47 billion.
Read MorePhoto: Fox Searchlight Pictures There are so many streaming options available these days, and so many conflicting recommendations, that it’s hard to see through all the crap you could be watching. Each Friday, The Verge’s Cut the Crap column simplifies the choice by sorting through the overwhelming multitude of movies and TV shows on subscription
Read MoreWe’re still waiting on news from the first Game of Thrones prequel that HBO is developing, but the premium cable network doesn’t seem content to stop there. A new report from Deadline claims that a second prequel series — this time based on Fire and Blood, Martin’s fictional history book detailing the Targaryen dynasty —
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Read MoreImage: PopSockets PopSockets, the maker of smartphone grips, is getting into the mug business. The company plans to integrate its signature pop-out tabs that stick to the backs of phones into koozies. The new product, called the PopThirst Cup Sleeve, is nasty-looking but should fit most “coffee cups, pint glasses, and various beverage cups.” As
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge The House Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee has sent four request for information letters to Amazon, Facebook, Alphabet, and Apple, asking for closely held details on some of the most powerful companies in Silicon Valley. It released the letters publicly this morning, and the companies must respond by October 14th.
Read MoreI’ve tried Evernote and Scrivener, paper planners and Moleskines, and seemingly every app under the sun to capture my ideas. But I keep coming back to one simple, underrated tool to catch those half-baked ideas and thoughts that don’t seem to fit in anywhere else. The perfect place is the humble index card. Read more…
Read MoreThis TaoTronics Bluetooth transmitter/receiver does all kinds of useful tricks. It’s a must-have for owners of any wireless earbuds. For , pair your AirPods with in-flight entertainment, health-club machines, Nintendo Switch and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIf watching 10 Democratic candidates debate on a single stage made your head spin last night, you might have missed Andrew Yang’s announcement during his opening statement: He’s expanding his efforts to test a universal basic income (UBI) program. Read more… How to Get ,000 from Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Source: Life Hacker
Read MorePhoto: Valve One of the most successful teams in Dota 2 is moving into a new field: team ownership. Today, e-sports organization Team Liquid announced that its championship-winning Dota 2 squad will be leaving the organization to form their own. “After four years under the Team Liquid organization, our Dota team has decided to pursue
Read MoreIf you’ve been killing it in your indoor cycling class, you might be wondering if you have what it takes to beast on the road as well. Or, you might be terrified. Here’s what you need to take your cycling workout outdoors. Read more… How to Ride a Bike Outdoors If You've Only Ever Done
Read MoreEufy Smart Tunable Light Bulb 2.0 | $16 | Amazon Read more… Take Your Pick of Anker Smart Lighting Gear For Under Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe all-time low prices on some 2018 and 2019 models are back. The best MacBook Air deals: Get the 2019 model for 0 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLawmakers continue to amp up the pressure on tech companies. Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google told to hand over documents in House antitrust probe – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThey applauded his idea to give $1,000 a month to 10 families. The Technology 202: Venture capitalists aren’t laughing about Andrew Yang’s ‘freedom dividend’ proposal Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreUber had a very bad day this week. But Juul may have had a day that was even worse. The Week in Tech: Silicon Valley’s Alternate Reality Source: NY Times Tech
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