Dave Smith

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Smith manages and coordinates the activities of the technology subsection of the company, contributing his own stories, news and analyses of the latest technology companies, gadgets, and innovations.

He joined the IBTimes in September 2011 as a technology reporter, after holding various editorial positions within Inc. Magazine and USA TODAY.

Smith received a B.A. in print and online journalism from The University of Maryland, College Park.

Louis CK made $500,000 in four days after taking a big risk on selling his new special for only $5 and making it DRM-protection free.

Louis CK: How He Made $500K in 4 Days

Comedian Louis CK took a major risk by putting his new stand-up special online for $5 without any copy restrictions, but the risk paid off. He raked in over $500,000 in revenue in four days.

Eric Abadie's resignation as chairman of the European Medicines Agency's (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) is effective immediately. The spokesman for Europe's equivalent of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the Agence F

U.S. Cracking Down on Medicare Painkiller Abuse

Health authorities are directing Medicare prescription drug plans to withhold payments for popular painkillers when they suspect patient abuse, part of a wider effort to combat fraud.

More than 3,000 people were killed in distracted driving crashes in the United States in 2010, according to Transportation Department figures.

Safety Board Proposes Ban on Cell Use While Driving

U.S. safety investigators called on Tuesday for a nationwide ban on texting and cell phone use while driving, a prohibition that would include certain applications of hands-free technology becoming more common in new cars.

Apple iPhone 5 Release: Will Flash be The Key?

Apple's purchase of Anobit, an Israeli maker of Flash chips, likely means the iPhone 5 will greatly improve its memory storage capabilities.

George Takei has been an advocate for human rights and gay rights, but on Tuesday he attempted to unite Star Wars and Star Trek fans against one common enemy: Twilight.

George Takei Trashes Twilight: Actor Petitions Star Wars, Trek Fans to Unite

Actor George Takei steps into the heated battle between Star Wars and Star Trek, and urges both groups of fans to instead focus their hatreds toward Twilight.

Craig James was a former running back for the SMU Mustangs and has been a long-time commentator and analyst for ESPN. He now hopes to make his way into the U.S. Senate.

Craig James, ESPN Analyst and Former SMU Mustang, Runs for U.S. Senate

Former SMU Mustang and ESPN analyst Craig James will run for a seat in the U.S. Senate in his home state of Texas.

Apple introduced iTunes and iCloud 16 Latin American countries on Tuesday, but only brought its iTunes Match service to Brazilian customers.

Apple Launches iTunes Store, iCloud, iTunes Match in Latin America

Apple introduced its various music services to Brazil and Latin America on Tuesday, including the iTunes Store, iCloud and iTunes Match services.

Facebook Launches Suicide Prevention Program: Chat With A Counselor 24/7

Facebook launched a suicide prevention program with the Lifeline Tuesday, which will give troubled users an ability to chat with crisis experts 24 hours a day.

Malaria kills twice as many people worldwide than originally thought.

Deaths From Malaria Fall, But Funding Woes Loom

Malaria deaths have fallen dramatically in the past decade thanks to increased aid allowing more people access to nets and medicines, but the economic slowdown threatens to curb future progress, the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday.

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development found between 30 and 50 percent of all new disability benefit claims in OECD nations are now due to poor mental health.

Poor Mental Health Harming Productivity

One in five workers suffer from a mental illness such as depression or anxiety and these conditions increasingly affect productivity in the workplace as many struggle to cope, a report by the OECD said on Monday.

Tim Tebow and Tom Brady have led their respective teams to the top of their divisions, and on Sunday in Mile High Stadium, the two quarterbacks will square off against one another to claim AFC supremacy.

Tim Tebow vs. Tom Brady: MVP Candidates Clash on Dec. 18

Unlikely 7-1 starter Tim Tebow and his Denver Broncos will face off against MVP candidate Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in Mile High Stadium on Sunday. The NFL's two most popular quarterbacks have great respect for one another.

New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul won't be going to any Los Angeles teams anytime soon. The deal between the Hornets and the Clippers is off.

No Chris Paul to Clippers: Why He'll Stay in New Orleans This Season

The potential deal that would've sent the New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul to the Los Angeles Clippers is off.

Amazon will roll out updates for its first tablet, the Kindle Fire, in about two weeks.

Amazon Kindle Fire: Big Navigation Update Coming in 2 Weeks

Amazon will release an over-the-air update for its Kindle Fire in less than two weeks, which hopes to remedy a number of ongoing issues with its touchscreen navigation.

About 141 New York City store clerks and merchants were arrested in five days from the NYPD sting operation, targeted at iPhone and iPad thieves.

Apple iPhone, iPad to Add Bluetooth 4.0 for Advanced Airplay

With Bluetooth 4.0, Apple's separate iOS devices could be instantaneously connected without a Wi-Fi connection. This could allow Apple to become a viable gaming or TV platform.

Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones reprise their roles as Agent J and K, respectively, in the new Men in Black 3 trailer.

'Men in Black 3' Official Trailer Releases: Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones Return in Time-Space Adventure

The third Men in Black movie just got its first official trailer Monday, which showcased a new plot involving space and time travel.

Apple's next iPad, presumably called "iPad 3," will double the display density of the iPad 2 and feature a better, longer-lasting battery.

Apple iPad 3 Release: Production Begins, Expected in February 2012

Apple's foreign supply chains have begun delivering parts to the company's original equipment manuacturers

Fitness experts from aerobics instructors to modern dancers are extolling the virtues of feeling the ground beneath their feet.

Barefoot Workouts Gain Ground

With barefoot running all the rage, the unshod workout is gaining ground across the exercise spectrum.

Bayer CEO Eyes Falling Margins in Drugs, Plastics

Bayer expects to see falling profit margins in drugs and plastics as the euro debt crisis sends tremors through economy, chief executive Marijn Dekkers told a German newspaper.

With Sunday's unlikely win over the Bears in overtime, Tim Tebow and the Broncos have improved from worst to first in the AFC West.

Tim Tebow, Denver Broncos Shock Chicago Bears in OT: AFC West Crown Within Reach

Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos have strung together six straight wins, thanks to a late lift from kicker Matt Prater to beat the Bears. Next week, the Tebow show plays host to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.

Tim Tebow has a real shot at winning the MVP award, after bringing his team back from a 1-4 start to a big 8-5, leading his team to the AFC West summit.

Tim Tebow: How He Can Win the NFL MVP

Stringing together six straight wins, Denver Broncos' season got another late lift from Tebow to beat the Chicago Bears. Why the former Florida Gator is a certifiable candidate for the league's MVP award.

Miguel Angel Torres Fired by UFC Over Rape Joke

MMA fighter Miguel Torres was fired by the UFC Friday after making an off-color rape joke on Twitter.

Samsung's tablet will reportedly feature Android Ice Cream Sandwich, Android Beam, and run on a dual-core Exynos 5250 processor, which can run at 2 GHz.

Apple iPad 3 Killer? Samsung Developing Rival Tablet [REPORT]

Looking ahead to next spring when Apple is expected to release the iPad 3, Samsung is reportedly working on a rival tablet that bests Apple's display resolution.

Apple iPad 3 Release Slated for February 2012 [REPORT]

One Citi analyst, citing sources close to the situation, believes Apple will release its next-generation iPad in February of 2012. The tablet will reportedly feature double the pixel density of the iPad 2, as well as a new LED system.

Personalized magazine apps Zite and Flipboard are built on similar ideas, but provide very different experiences on the iPhone.

Zite vs. Flipboard: iPhone News Apps Duke it Out

Zite and Flipboard released iPhone apps within three days of one another. Here we break down their features decide which personalized digital magazine experience takes the cake.

Apple Store, Grand Central spans 23,000 square-feet, but the company has several other ways to keep crowds under control.

Apple Store Grand Central Opens: How It Will Control The Crowds

The Apple Store in Grand Central enjoyed its grand opening Friday. While the 23,000 square-foot store is large enough to accommodate the mobs, the company has other ways to keep crowds at bay.

Jawbone's act of customer confidence, which gave UP bracelet owners an opportunity to receive full refunds and keep the product, has earned the company $40 million in funds from a new group of influential investors.

Jawbone Refunds All UP Wristbands Starting Dec. 9: Why the Policy is Brilliant

Jawbone's CEO responded to customer complaints, offering full refunds on its dysfunctional UP wristband, but also giving customers the option to get their money back AND keep the bands.

Vitamin D Doesn't Prevent Heart Attack or Cancer

Among seniors with a high risk of bone fractures, taking vitamin D or calcium pills has no impact on their chances of dying from cancer or vascular disease, researchers say in a new study.

Medication responders saw significantly bigger improvements in their depression symptoms than patients assigned to the placebo. Non-responders, however, did worse.

Some Depressed People Do Worse on Medications

According to a new look at past antidepressant trials, up to a fifth of patients on Cymbalta and similar medications may actually do worse than those given drug-free placebo pills.

Barnes & Noble needs Overstock's digital help to keep its revenue stream afloat, as lagging sales at its physical stores are hurting the company's reputation.

Overstock and Barnes & Noble Will Sell eBooks Together

Overstock.com and Barnes & Noble are working as partners to help sell books through the Nook Store. The partnership can help Barnes & Noble compensate for the company's poor physical book sales.