Two of the women who helped organize last year’s global Google Walkout have accused the tech giant of retaliating against them, reports Wired. Last November, more than 20,000 Google employees around the world took part in a mass walkout to protest the company’s handling of sexual harassment allegations against senior executives at the company. Dubbed
Read MoreA 21-year-old man in the US, who is credited with being one of the first people in the country to be convicted of stealing cryptocurrency by hacking a victim’s mobile phone, has been sentenced to 10 years in jail. Joel Ortiz, who stole over $7.5 million from at least 40 people, pleaded guilty without contest
Read MoreIt’s no secret that audiophiles and hi-fi enthusiasts are skeptical of wireless speakers. Sure, there are some successes – KEF’s LSX is a recent example – but wireless technology typically degrades sound quality at least a little, and almost certainly introduces some degree of latency. Hi-fi manufacturer Bowers & Wilkins claims to have solved these
Read MoreCritics and fans are as in love with this movie as Captain America is with Peggy Carter. Avengers: Endgame social media reactions: 'Greatest superhero movie ever' – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreGroot and Goose the cat are especially good, but the ending will have you saying “awww.” Avengers: Endgame cast sings We Didn't Start the Fire, adds Stan Lee tribute – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Estonian ride-hailing company Bolt is an unexpected success story. The start-up points to Uber’s global challenges. This Estonian Start-Up Has Become a Thorn in Uber’s Side Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe popular South Korean boy band is breaking records again. BTS earns highest Billboard Hot 100 debut for K-pop group – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHere’s a spoiler-filled look at what those trailers and toys might be revealing about the Marvel blockbuster. Every Avengers: Endgame plotline and clue we can find so far – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSee Ryan Reynolds’ fuzzy yellow sleuth alongside other adorable Pokemon creatures including Psyduck. New Detective Pikachu movie trailer is overflowing with cute Pokemon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHuawei’s P30 Pro might have the most impressive hardware on any phone currently available, at least among phones that don’t fold. That said, the P30 Pro does sort of have a folding component: its periscope camera. In order to provide 5x optical zoom, the P30 Pro’s telephoto camera is folded like a periscope. Now we
Read MoreVideo of the never-before-seen creature was captured at the deepest point of the Indian Ocean. Scientists discover bizarre new sea squirt stalking the ocean floor – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe behind-the-scenes video will be a montage of the legendary comic book creator’s MCU appearances. Marvel to release video of all Stan Lee MCU movie cameos – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe intelligence agency wants to share more, but don’t expect it to spill secrets. CIA plans to join Instagram – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreMr. Musk said Tesla cars would soon drive themselves and serve as robot taxis. But many experts think autonomous cars are at least several years away. Elon Musk Predicts Tesla Driverless Taxi Fleet Next Year Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreSure, $900 million sounds great, but it’s not nearly enough to make a dent in the problem. US Department of Transportation is offering 0M in grants for road repairs – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read More“We have amicably settled this matter.” AT&T settles 5G E false advertising lawsuit with Sprint – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreElon Musk revealed Tesla’s Full Self-Driving tech to shareholders, along with a plan for a test network of 1 million unmanned robotaxis by the end of 2020. Tesla Autonomy Investor Day: What we learned, what we can look forward to – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe company is hoping the success of its plant-based burger will lure investors to an I.P.O. that would value it at $1.2 billion. Beyond Meat Details Plans for Initial Public Offering Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreNetherrealm’s Mortal Kombat 11 is finally here — a bit sooner than anyone expected. Thanks to dataminers and a premature retail release, we have some idea of what kinds of fighters will be added to the roster of the game in the future — and whoo boy, if this isn’t a 90s fanservice parade, I don’t know
Read MoreTwo Google workers who called for an employee protest over the company’s treatment of sexual harassment said they were demoted or told their role would change. Google Employees Say They Faced Retaliation After Organizing Walkout Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreOfficials speculate that a possible electrical short-circuit is responsible for the fire, in tandem with the cathedral’s lack of fire-prevention safeguards. Notre Dame Cathedral fire: What caused it and what happens next – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe company, the world’s largest handset maker, said it would postpone the release of the foldable smartphone after reports that the device was malfunctioning. Samsung Postpones Rollout of Galaxy Fold Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreCommentary: It could’ve been so much worse. Galaxy Fold delay a setback for Samsung, but it's no Note 7 debacle – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe company is testing a feature that could put a stop to endless Netflix scrolling. Netflix's random play button is a binge-watcher's dream come true – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Sri Lankan government’s decision to shutter access to social-media sites after Sunday’s deadly bombings may mark a turning point in how countries around the world perceive Silicon Valley — and their willingness act to stop the spread of falsehoods online. Sri Lanka’s social media shutdown illustrates global discontent with Silicon Valley Source: Washington Post
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