Amazon Shipped Over One Billion Items During The 2016 Holiday Season
Look out, Santa: Amazon shipped over one billion items this holiday season. Its Amazon Echo and Dot voice-controlled devices were among the best selling items.
The Top Five Tech Companies Likely To File For IPO In 2017: What Investors Can Expect
CB Insights has released its annual Tech IPO Pipeline Report, which has indicated the top five companies most likely to go public in 2017.
Asus C302CA: Unannounced 2-in-1 Chromebook From Asus Leaks Online
A previously unannounced 2-in-1 Chromebook from Asus leaked, thanks to a listing posted on online retailer Newegg.
How To Play Snapchat's Latest Game, Santa's Helper
Snapchat is adding games to its filters and lenses. The latest title to appear is Santa's Helper. Here's how to play it.
Are E-Cigarettes Safe? U.S. Senator Calls For Ban On Devices From Planes Following Battery Explosions
A top Democratic senator is calling on airlines to ban e-cigarettes from flights following reports of exploding batteries.
Wearables: Growth Expectations For Fitness Trackers and Smartwatches Slashed By Experts
Wearable devices didn't catch on in 2016, and it appears they won't in 2017 either according to market analysis company eMarketer.
Steam Vs. Australia: Valve Fined $3 Million For Failing To Give Refunds To Australian Steam Users
Valve Corporation was hit with a $3 million fine by the Federal Court of Australia after it was found to be ignoring refund requests from Australian consumers.
HPV Vaccine: Critics Call For Removal Of Paper Claiming Harmful Effects
Critics are calling for the removal of a paper from a scientific journal for fears that it may cause undo concerns over a vaccine for Human papillomavirus.
Tesla Models Coming to China? New Policy Could Allow Electric Car Makers To Build In Country
China is exploring a new policy that would lighten some of its protectionist laws and allow electric car manufacturers like Tesla to start building their vehicles in the country.
Android Wear 2.0 Will Be On Two New Smartwatches From Google In Early 2017
Google confirmed it will be shipping two flagship smartwaches in the first quarter of 2017, both of which will make use of the new Android Wear 2.0 platform.
Edward Snowden News: Declassified Report Claims NSA Whistleblower Has Ties to Russian Intelligence, He Responds
A new declassified report from the House Intelligence Committee claims Edward Snowden has ties to Russian intelligence agencies — a charge the former NSA contractor refuted on Twitter.
Facebook Privacy: Government Requests For User Information Increases 27 Percent in 2016
Facebook released its latest transparency report on Wednesday, which revealed a 27 percent increase in the amount of government requests for user data during the first half of 2016.
FDA Is Reviewing Policy For Drug Advertisements On Social Media
The FDA is collecting public comments as it reviews its policies for allowing pharmaceutical companies to advertise their products on social media.
How To Set People As Destinations For Uber Trips
A new update to Uber allows users to set contacts as their destination and use new trip-specific Snapchat filters. Here's how to use the features.
Drone Deliveries: France Approves Plan To Deliver Packages With Drones Once A Week
France has approved a plan that will allow drones to deliver packages once a week in a limited fashion to a tech-friendly region of the country.
Obama Offshore Oil Drilling Ban: U.S., Canada Block Exploration In Arctic, Atlantic Ocean
The action comes after a considerable push made by environmental groups and 14 Democratic senators.
Google Rethinking Search Queries After 'Did Holocaust Happen' Results Feature Denial Sites
Following reports that search queries about the Holocaust led to sites denying the event happened, Google is rethinking the way it generates its search results.
Google Privacy Policy: Groups File Complaint To FTC Over Data Collection Policy
Privacy groups have filed a complaint against Google to the Federal Trade Commission regarding the search giant's new policy that combines personally-identifiable data with browsing information gathered by advertisers.
Facebook-WhatsApp Data Sharing: EU Charges Social Media Giant With Providing Misleading Information On Linking Accounts
The European Union is charging Facebook with misleading its commission when it reviewed the social network's multi-billion dollar purchase of the popular messaging service WhatsApp.
Apple EU Tax Ruling: Ireland Appeals Requirement To Collect Nearly $13.5 Billion In Taxes
Despite being required by the European Union to collect $13.5 billion in taxes from Apple, the Irish government is refusing to do so and appealing the decision.
South Carolina Porn Ban: State Proposes Requiring Porn Filter, Charging Fee To Remove It
A new bill proposed by South Carolina representatives would require any internet connected device to come with a porn filter pre-installed and would charge a $20 fee to remove the block.
AirPods Reviews Show Apple's Wireless Earbuds To Be Well-Received
Despite delays to the launch, Apple's AirPods appear to be well-liked among reviewers who got their hands on the wireless earbuds.
Microsoft And AI: Using Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence To Diagnose Blindness
Microsoft is expanding its program that uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to help diagnose blindness and visual impairments.
'Super Mario Run' Data Usage: Game Consumes Over 60 Megabytes Per Hour, Report Says
'Super Mario Run' has already become a hit, but it's cosuming more data than players would like. A report indicates it uses up to 60 megabytes of data per hour.
Russian Hacking Election News: FBI, CIA Now Agree DNC Hack Meant To Help Trump While Hillary Blames Russia For Loss
The FBI reportedly agrees with the CIA's assessment that Russia intervened with the U.S. elections in order to help Donald Trump win the presidency.
Nintendo Switch Tour, Release Date: How To Try The New Console Before It's Available To Buy
Nintendo is taking its new console, the Nintendo Switch, on tour across North America. Here is how to get your hands on the console before it's available to buy.
AT&T Vs. FCC: Carrier Takes Shots At Regulatory Body Over Zero-Rating Policy
AT&T has been at odds with the FCC on several occasions in the last few years and made a point to take a couple parting shots at regulators who won't be around to serve under the incoming Donald Trump administration.
Amazon Is Making An App To Connect Drivers To Packages In Need Of Delivery
Amazon is reportedly working on an Uber-like app that will connect truck drivers with packages in need of delivery.
Facebook Messenger: How To Use The New, Snapchat-Style Camera
Facebook introduced a new feature to its popular Messenger app that offers users a Snapchat-like camera with effects and filters. Here's how to use it.
Facebook Vs. Fake News Sites: Social Network Announces Plan To Fight 'Hoaxes' In Your Newsfeed
Facebook announced a four-part plan to fight fake news on its platform. The initiative will rely on reports from users, third-party fact checkers, and algorithms.