Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Zuckerberg avoided tough questions thanks to short EU testimony format

Mark Zuckerberg got to cherry-pick the questions he wanted to answer from EU Parliament after it spent an hour taking turns rattling off queires before leaving just a half-hour for his responses. Zuckerberg immediately trotted out his dorm room story of not expecting Facebook’s current duty to safety and democracy, and repeated his pledge to […]

Uber will test a taxi-hailing service in Japan

Ridesharing companies legally require professional drivers in Japan, which limits Uber's options. Right now, it can only offer its most familiar service in areas where there are no viable alternatives. As such, it's trying a different strategy: it's...

Twitter kills its apps on Roku, Android TV and Xbox

Twitter pulled the plug on its official Mac app this past February, and its continuing to shut out other third party apps as well. The company tweeted that as of Thursday, May 24th, Twitter for set top media boxes Roku, Android TV and Xbox will no lo...

Customizable PS4 gamepad helps with your tricky 'Fortnite' builds

Serious gamers or those looking for more comfort while playing PS4 games might have struggled in the past to find a good alternative to Sony's DualShock 4 peripheral. Xbox One, for its part, has strong replacement options for its regular controller,...

Baidu spins out its global ad business to sharpen its focus on artificial intelligence

Baidu, the Chinese search giant, is spinning out its business unit responsible for utility apps and its mobile ad business to sharpen its focus on artificial intelligence. As part of the spin-out, Baidu is selling a large chunk of its equity in the ‘Global DU’ business to as-yet-undisclosed investors. The plan is to sell “a […]

Xfinity website bug revealed home addresses and Wi-Fi passwords

This week, ZDNet reported that a Comcast website used to activate Xfinity routers was leaking personal data, including a person's home address, the name of the Wi-Fi network and password. This bug was first uncovered by two researchers, Karan Saini a...

Google rolls out early access to new YouTube Music subscription service


YouTube today began early access to its rebranded YouTube Music subscription service. What it means: YouTube Music comes with an all-new app, Google’s AI-powered search and insights, and a focus on finding new tunes. If you’ve signed up for early access — and you live in one of the supported countries — you’ll be able to get your groove on as early as today. The details: Google recently announced it was rebranding its YouTube Red service into a few separate entities. Today it’s rolling out YouTube Music in both ad-supported (free) and ad-free ($9.99 monthly). Later, it’ll launch the full…

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Watch SpaceX launch the GRACE-FO and Iridium NEXT satellites here

Today's the day for SpaceX's launch of Iridium's NEXT communications satellites and a pair of twin birds from NASA that will monitor the fresh water on the surface of the Earth. You can watch the launch right here.

The Kata Containers project launches version 1.0 of its lightweight VMs for containers

The Kata Containers project, the first non-OpenStack project hosted by the OpenStack Foundation, today launched version 1.0 of its system for running isolated container workloads. The idea behind Kata Containers, which is the result of the merger of two similar projects previously run by Intel and Hyper, is to offer developers a container-like experience with […]

Drink-a-day startup Hooch raises $5M as it plans blockchain initiative

Right on the heels of launching its concierge service Hooch Black, Hooch announced today that it has raised $5 million in seed funding. The company’s basic subscription of $9.99 gets you one free drink per day from a variety of partner bars and restaurants. Hooch Black (which you have to apply for, and which costs […]

Today’s SpaceX launch will help NASA monitor climate change

Today, SpaceX is scheduled to launch a previously flown Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. Liftoff is currently scheduled for 3:47 PM ET (12:47 PM PT). The payload includes five Iridum NEXT communication satellites and a pa...

7 tactics you can implement right now to grow your startup


As a first-time founder or entrepreneur, knowing where to start when it comes to scaling your business can be extremely overwhelming. With an overabundance of resources telling you the right way to grow your startup, focusing on the wrong thing before having the basics down pat could spell disaster. With the TNW Conference in Amsterdam fast approaching, we’re lucky enough to have experts behind the growth of some of the world’s most successful companies at our fingertips. To find out what really matters when it comes to growing your startup, we asked the experts scheduled to speak at the Growth…

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Twitter is killing several of its TV apps, too

Twitter is shutting down its TV apps on Roku, Android TV and Xbox starting on May 24, the company announced this morning. The news of the apps’ closure comes at a time when Twitter is now trying to steer its users to its first-party mobile apps and its desktop website by killing off apps used […]

Stickman is Disney’s new headless acrobatic robot

The team at Disney Research never fails to deliver fascinating (if not always particularly useful) experiments. Take Stickman. The robot is essentially one long limb, capable of some cool acrobatic maneuvers. The system, detailed in a new paper from DR titled “Towards a Human Scale Acrobatic Robotic,” has two degrees of freedom and a pendulum […]

Donald Glover fans made /r/thedonald great again

The subreddit /r/thedonald (not to be confused with /r/the_donald) was a venue for fervent Donald Trump supporters to express their affection for America's president. That is, until Donald Glover's "This Is America" (performed as Childish Gambino) to...

Slack introduces Actions to make it easier to create and finish tasks without leaving

As Slack tries to graduate beyond a Silicon Valley darling to the go-to communications platform within a company, it’s had to find ways to increasingly pitch itself as an intelligent Swiss Army knife for companies — and not just a simple chat app — and it is trying to continue that today once again with a […]

Real Vision, a media platform for finance and business, raises $10 million

Real Vision is entering the crowded business and financial new space with a bang. The company, which recently raised a $10 million Series B after a $5 million A round, is working on a number of new initiatives including distribution on Apple TV, a content distribution partnership with Thomson Reuters and an upcoming documentary on […]

Po.et launches lab for developers to build apps on publishing blockchain

Po.et is an open source, not-for-profit publishing network built on the blockchain with the broad ambition of changing how we distribute, license and monetize content on the internet. Today, it announced it was opening the Po.et Development Labs, a place for developers to experiment with new ideas on the po.et platform. It also announced the […]

‘Solo’ is a serviceable Star Wars story

In the trailer for Solo, Chewbacca dangles for dear life from a high speed train barreling through a snowy landscape. “Chewie!” the young Han shouts, as the Wookiee’s head comes within spitting distance of a rocky mountainside, moments before everything goes black. For those with even a passing familiarity with the Star Wars universe, it’s […]

Samsung Club des Chefs: Elena Arzak


Meet Elena Arzak, a member of Samsung Club des Chefs, a three Michelin star chef and co-director of Restaurant Arzak, in San Sebastián, Spain. By combining her Michelin star ideas with Samsung technology, Elena accomplishes results that go beyond expectations.

TT SYNC Controller Overview


Thermaltake brings you a way to “SYNC it All” with the TT SYNC Controller. In this video, we show you an overview of how to install TT SYNC Controller with all cables & Motherboard RGB Software. TT Sync Controller is capable of handling up to 9 Thermaltake addressable LED products. Connect the products of your choice to it, and set the lights conveniently via ASUS Aura Sync, GIGABYTE RGB Fusion and MSI Mystic Light Sync. Please check our website for the supported product list: https://ift.tt/2AReU6R Buy at: https://amzn.to/2Ke9bIz Join the discussion on Thermaltake's Social channels! Tt Community Forums: https://ift.tt/1TERHWS Facebook: https://ift.tt/2qnCHG5 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thermaltake Instagram: https://ift.tt/2qYlwI0

Loading an envelope - Brother MFC-J895DW


Learn how to load an envelope into your Brother MFC-J690W or MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one. The model shown is the MFC-J895DW Models covered: Brother MFC-J690DW inkjet all-in-one Brother MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one For more videos, tutorials, and FAQs visit our support site at: https://ift.tt/KVp7Rt Brother – at your side

Load ink in the Brother MFC-J895DW


Learn how to install or replace the ink in your Brother MFC-J690W or MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one printer. The model shown is the MFC-J895DW Models covered: Brother MFC-J690DW inkjet all-in-one Brother MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one For more videos, tutorials, and FAQs visit our support site at: https://ift.tt/KVp7Rt Brother – at your side

Load letter paper - Brother MFC-J895DW


Learn how to load letter paper into your Brother MFC-J690W or MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one. The model shown is the MFC-J895DW Models covered: Brother MFC-J690DW inkjet all-in-one Brother MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one For more videos, tutorials, and FAQs visit our support site at: https://ift.tt/KVp7Rt Brother – at your side

FAR: Lone Sails - 4K/60FPS Gameplay


A look at the first 10 minutes of FAR: Lone Sails, a vehicle adventure game available now, check it out on Steam! https://ift.tt/2wYCBsL

Brother MFC-J895DW - Connecting the telephone and power cords


Learn how to connect the power cord and phone line to your Brother MFC-J690W or MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one. The model shown is the MFC-J895DW Models covered: Brother MFC-J690DW inkjet all-in-one Brother MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one For more videos, tutorials, and FAQs visit our support site at: https://ift.tt/KVp7Rt Brother – at your side

Unboxing the Brother MFC-J895DW


Learn how to unbox your Brother MFC-J690W or MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one printer. The model shown is the MFC-J895DW Models covered: Brother MFC-J690DW inkjet all-in-one Brother MFC-J895DW inkjet all-in-one For more videos, tutorials, and FAQs visit our support site at: https://ift.tt/KVp7Rt Brother – at your side

Advanced Orthotics With Multi Jet Fusion and Invent Medical | Jet Fusion 3D Printer | HP


Invent Medical are improving life for penitents all ages. HP Multi Jet Fusion technology powers their innovation, allowing custom made final part orthotics and prosthetics – produced and delivered faster than before. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2kb5JDM Or contact us here: https://bit.ly/2rZjqKd SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/2mGfXhF SHOP NOW: https://ift.tt/1JCcLcK About HP: HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for everyone everywhere — every person, every organization, and every community around the globe. Through our portfolio of printers, PCs, mobile devices, solutions, and services, we engineer experiences that amaze. Connect with HP: Visit HP WEBSITE: http://www.hp.com Like HP on FACEBOOK: https://ift.tt/13D8wrJ Follow HP on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/HP Follow HP on INSTAGRAM: https://ift.tt/2vDuX0M Follow HP on LINKEDIN: https://ift.tt/1YmXXU2 Advanced Orthotics With Multi Jet Fusion and Invent Medical | Jet Fusion 3D Printer | HP https://www.youtube.com/user/HP

How to Service the Hyundai HYM510SPER Electric Key Start Roller Lawn Mower


Learn how to service your Hyundai HYM510SPER Electric Key start Roller Lawn Mower. Air filter change 0:19 Spark plug change 1:00 Oil change 3:06 Drain fuel 6:26 Charging the battery 9:05 OPC adjustment 9:32 Blade & drive belt replacement 11:31 Please note: Spark plug spanner not included. For more information please visit: https://ift.tt/2GbyYTo

Are you getting bored with your Apple Watch face? (The 3:59, Ep. 406)


Why Apple needs a Watch face store, Zuck heads to the EU and a new Intel flaw. Good morning from CNET NY Studios while we record the daily news-bite podcast: The 3:59. Hangout while we cover a multitude of stories from around the tech world and then the CNET staff will take your questions and comments in the chat. Watch more episodes of 3:59 on Youtube: http://bit.ly/29LVP7F Livestream: https://ift.tt/2jPXbF8... Periscope: https://ift.tt/2qU1nTf Subscribe to the audio podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/29T3fbf Google Play: http://bit.ly/2hkXp5P Feedburner: http://bit.ly/2tVTkqw TuneIn: http://bit.ly/2uVg9vN Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2vfeHXE Amazon Echo: http://amzn.to/2BrTnhT Cnet: http://bit.ly/2veEfEw Subscribe to CNET: http://bit.ly/17qqqCs Watch more CNET videos: https://ift.tt/1Lg5Xzr Follow CNET on Twitter: http://twitter.com/CNET Follow CNET on Facebook: https://ift.tt/UQQ9wc Follow CNET on Instagram: https://ift.tt/1YieDuO Follow CNET on Snapchat: CNETsnap