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August 14, 2019

As the internet shutdown in Kashmir, now 10+ days long, continues, pharmacists run out of drugs, people can't get cash, and online related businesses close (New York Times)

New York Times: As the internet shutdown in Kashmir, now 10+ days long, continues, pharmacists run out of drugs, people can’t get cash, and online related businesses close — Pharmacists can’t restock medicines; workers aren’t being paid. But the government still loves to block the internet for “peace and tranquillity.” As the internet shutdown in

August 14, 2019

Nintendo seems to be striking its music off YouTube, and that sucks

After apparently resolving its troubled relationship with YouTubers, Nintendo‘s now coming down on those who upload music from its games. At least two popular channels have been hit, and if this starts a trend, there aren’t a lot of alternatives for listening to this music. The channels GilvaSunner and BrawlBRSTMs3 have both reported Nintendo issuing copyright

Google, Facebook, Amazon reportedly testifying against France's digital tax – CNET

The tech giants will testify on Monday, says a report. Google, Facebook, Amazon reportedly testifying against France's digital tax – CNET Source: CNet

Anti-surveillance clothes foil cameras by making you look like a car – CNET

The garments introduced at DefCon are meant to confuse cameras that track civilians. Talk about a statement piece. Anti-surveillance clothes foil cameras by making you look like a car – CNET Source: CNet

August 14, 2019

Microsoft Edge can now read aloud websites with human-like voices

Microsoft’s Edge browser has a neat feature you might not have been aware of: it can read websites out loud for you. Handy as either an accessibility feature or if you’re busy doing something else, the read aloud function is one of my favorite little features in Microsoft’s browser. Now Microsoft is making it significantly

Jupiter may have been smashed by head-on collision with massive young planet – CNET

An ancient impact with a planetary embryo changed the core of the gas giant forever. Jupiter may have been smashed by head-on collision with massive young planet – CNET Source: CNet

Carnival Row review: Sherlock Holmes meets Tinkerbell in gritty fantasy – CNET

Game of Thrones fans can turn to Amazon Prime Video for a bloody, sexy steampunk tale of fantasy folk in a harsh human world. Carnival Row review: Sherlock Holmes meets Tinkerbell in gritty fantasy – CNET Source: CNet

Keezer Controller Keeps The Kegs Pouring

It’s always a good idea to keep a few brews in the fridge ready to go, but being able to offer your guests a fresh-poured draught beer is another step above. It’s not trivial, but with a few kegs, a freezer and the right CO2 parts, it’s achievable for the average hacker. [Ben Brooks] had

August 14, 2019

OnePlus CEO talks about a second 5G phone coming in Q4, international expansion, and plans to launch a TV set (Tim Bradshaw/Financial Times)

Tim Bradshaw / Financial Times: OnePlus CEO talks about a second 5G phone coming in Q4, international expansion, and plans to launch a TV set — OnePlus, China’s upstart smartphone maker, is preparing a global rollout of its new 5G device this year, as it looks to expand in the US and win more customers

August 14, 2019

VMware says it is in talks to acquire Pivotal Software for $15 per share in cash, an 80% premium on Pivotal's $8.30 closing price on Wednesday (CNBC)

CNBC: VMware says it is in talks to acquire Pivotal Software for $15 per share in cash, an 80% premium on Pivotal’s $8.30 closing price on Wednesday — This is breaking news. Please check back for updates. — TRENDING NOW — Subscribe to CNBC PRO Licensing & Reprints Join … VMware says it is in

Congress subpoenas 8chan owner to testify about mass shootings, online hate

The bipartisan subpoena of Jim Watkins marks the most significant action yet taken against a site derided as a cesspool of online hate. Congress subpoenas 8chan owner to testify about mass shootings, online hate Source: Washington Post Tech

August 14, 2019

Boosting a single brain molecule reduced anxiety in lab monkeys

Scientists may have found a potential cure for anxiety after isolating and boosting a molecule in the brains of rhesus monkeys. Andrew Fox, a researcher at UC Davis, and co-author Tade Souaiaia from SUNY lead a team of researchers in an experimental study to determine if behaviors related to anxiety and depression could be mitigated

August 14, 2019

Bon Iver owns a Tesla called ‘John Teshla’

WireImage Pitchfork published a terrific profile of Justin Vernon, aka Bon Iver, aka the guy who writes songs so mournful that he turned a generation of sad boys into sad men. Jeremy D. Larson’s piece is rich with details about the Eau Claire County crooner, but the best one is in the first sentence: “Justin

August 14, 2019

Amazon will now donate unsold warehouse merchandize by default instead of trashing it

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Amazon has unveiled a new program today in the US and UK that will donate unwanted products from third-party Marketplace sellers instead of sending them to the garbage dump. The new program, called Fulfilled by Amazon Donations, will see hundreds of thousands of products third-party vendors were unable

August 14, 2019

Amazon’s Wheel of Time show has a cast of unknowns but big ambitions

Amazon’s upcoming Lord of the Rings show might be getting most of the attention around the streaming service’s big-budget fantasy adaptations, but the company has just announced casting for nearly all the key characters in its other doorstop fantasy novel show: Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time. The show announced its cast for the books’

India Shut Down Kashmir’s Internet Access. Now, ‘We Cannot Do Anything.’

Pharmacists can’t restock medicines; workers aren’t being paid. But the government still loves to block the internet for “peace and tranquillity.” India Shut Down Kashmir’s Internet Access. Now, ‘We Cannot Do Anything.’ Source: NY Times Tech

103,000 Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ sedans recalled for faulty seat belt parts – Roadshow

The seat belt pretensioner may not have the strength to restrain a passenger. 103,000 Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ sedans recalled for faulty seat belt parts – Roadshow Source: CNet

LGBTQ YouTubers sue Google – CNET

A group of LGBTQ content creators alleges that YouTube and parent company Google are biased against them and their community. LGBTQ YouTubers sue Google – CNET Source: CNet

8chan owner commanded to testify before Homeland Security committee – CNET

Jim Watkins has been subpoenaed to appear before the US Committee on Homeland Security. 8chan owner commanded to testify before Homeland Security committee – CNET Source: CNet

This startup delivers 5G internet broadband for $49 a month – CNET

Common Networks is using 5G and mmWave technology to deliver a low-cost alternative to fiber broadband. This startup delivers 5G internet broadband for a month – CNET Source: CNet

August 14, 2019

8chan owner Jim Watkins subpoenaed to testify before House committee

Photo by Gabriella Demczuk/Getty Images The House Homeland Security Committee subpoenaed the owner of 8chan, Jim Watkins, on Wednesday in an attempt to force the Philippines-based entrepreneur to testify before lawmakers next month. The subpoena follows a series of white supremacist-inspired attacks across the world this year, many of which were linked to 8chan. “We

August 14, 2019

Caviar employees claim DoorDash and Square are mistreating them over acquisition offers

Photo: DoorDash A group of Caviar employees has banded together to request a good faith renegotiation from DoorDash and Square, claiming mistreatment in the job transition process as DoorDash finalizes its plans to acquire Caviar from the payment company. In a letter provided to The Verge, anonymous Caviar employees say DoorDash and Square did not

August 14, 2019

This spooky Monero-mining malware waits to be controlled remotely

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a mysterious new strain of cryptocurrency mining (cryptomining) malware that employs powerful techniques to avoid detection and analysis. Software firm Varonis determined the malware is based on Monero mining software XMRig, which is open source and hosted on GitHub. Hard Fork has previously reported on other notable instances of cryptomining malware

These massage guns will punch your muscles to relieve pain and stiffness – CNET

These massage guns can help ease sore muscles and speed up recovery. These massage guns will punch your muscles to relieve pain and stiffness – CNET Source: CNet

August 14, 2019

Facebook is simplifying group privacy settings and adding admin tools for safety

Facebook announced today that it’s updating its group privacy settings and working to better moderate bad content breaking the platform’s rules. The platform is renaming its confusing public, closed, and secret group settings to the slightly more straightforward public and private settings, with the option to make private groups visible or hidden to non-members. The

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