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Dispute Could Mean Financial Panic In Bitcoin
Got some bitcoin? An internal dispute over the digital currency could soon mean financial losses, whipsawing prices and delays in processing payments.
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July 22,2017
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Facebook Working On Way To Charge For Reading News Artilces
Facebook is working on a way for news organizations to charge readers for articles they share and read on the social network.
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July 22,2017
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Netflix Still Piling Up Viewers And Big Programming Bills
Netflix Still Piling Up Viewers And Big Programming Bills
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July 22,2017
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Riveting 'Dunkirk' Is Nolan's, and Year's, Best
Riveting 'Dunkirk' Is Nolan's, and Year's, Best
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July 22,2017
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Poll: Young Americans Say Online Bullying A Serious Problem
Teens and young adults say cyberbullying is a serious problem for people their age, but most dont think theyll be the ones targeted for digital abuse.
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October 7, 2018
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Why You Can't Always Trust Your Handy Map App
For centuries, people have relied on maps to figure out where they are and where theyre going. But todays digital maps seemingly more precise than ever arent always as dependable as they appear.
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October 7, 2018
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Aid Groups Now Using The Same Data Technology As Bitcoin
In the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan, Amar Al-Eid heads toward the checkout of the food distribution store carrying supplies for his two children. The shopkeeper raises a black box to his face and scans the Syrian refugees iris. The transaction goes through and a days rations are secured.
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October 7, 2018
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Inflatable Sea Monster Takes Over A Rusting Warehouse
A giant sea monster has taken over a building at Philadelphias Navy Yard, but only temporarily.
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October 14, 2018
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Losses From Natural Disasters Surge Over Last 20 Years
The U.N. office for disaster risk reduction said that worldwide reported economic losses from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, hurricanes and other climate-related disasters surged to total nearly $2.9 trillion over the past 20 years.
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October 14, 2018
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Netflix Assembles New US Production Hub In New Mexico
Netflix has chosen New Mexico as the site of a new U.S. production hub and is in final negotiations to buy an existing multi-million dollar studio complex on the edge of the states largest city, government and corporate leaders announced this week.
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October 14, 2018
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Steve Jobs: His Legacy Continues To Shape Apple
APPLES FUTURE LIES IN ITS PAST:Theres no denying Steve Jobs impact on Apple and the way in which his visions have shaped the company.
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October 14, 2018
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UN Report: Technologies Can Help Lives But Boost Inequality
New technologiesfrom artificial intelligence to gene editing hold immense potential to improve people's live - but can also drive greater inequality and social dislocation, according to a U.N. report launched this week.
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October 14, 2018
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Google Brings Camera Twists, Bigger Screens To Pixel Phones
Googles new Pixel phones mirror an industry trend toward lusher, bigger screens and add twists on the camera for better pictures.
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October 14, 2018
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Hubble Space Telescope Working Again After 3-Week Shutdown
The Hubble Space Telescope is studying the cosmos once again after a three-week shutdown.
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Virgin Orbit Mates Rocket To Jet For Airborne Launch System
Southern California-based Virgin Orbit has reached a milestone in developing its airborne orbital launch system.
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Michigan Awards $4.8M In ‘Mobility' Grants To Help Disabled
The state of Michigan announced the final round of “mobility” grants it gives out to encourage pilot projects to help transport seniors, the disabled and veterans with autonomous vehicles and other technology.
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Grocery Robots Detect Spills - With Some Far-Off Human Help
A wheeled robot named Marty is rolling into nearly 500 grocery stores to alert employees if it encounters spilled granola, squashed tomatoes or a broken jar of mayonnaise.
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Colorado Students Photographed For Facial Recognition Study
More than 1,700 people walking on a University of Colorado campus were unknowingly photographed as part of a facial recognition research project funded by U.S. intelligence and military agencies, a newspaper reported.
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June 01, 2019
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In ‘Parabellum,' John Wick Is On The Run Again
Movies can be blessedly simple.
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May 25, 2019
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Photos: A Privacy-Conscious Social Media From Cupertino
It would be tempting to think that Apple just doesn’t ‘get’ social media.
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May 25, 2019
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Why A U.S. Vs China 'Tech Cold War' Could Be Upon Us
Perilous stakes for both superpowers
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June 01, 2019
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Salesforce Buying Tableau As Businesses Embrace Data
Salesforce, a maker of customer-management software, is buying Tableau Software in an all-stock deal valued at $15.7 billion.
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June 15, 2019
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Britain To Intensify Fight Against Climate Change
Britain’s outgoing prime minister on Wednesday announced plans to eliminate the country’s net contribution to climate change by 2050.
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June 15, 2019
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Uber, Volvo Cars Launching New Self-Driving Vehicle
Uber is teaming with Volvo Cars to launch its newest self-driving vehicle.
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June 15, 2019
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Customs Says Hack Exposed Traveler, License Plate Images
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said this week that photos of travelers and license plates collected at the nation’s borders have been exposed in a malicious cyberattack.
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June 15, 2019
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Wisconsin Assembly Passes 5G Technology Regulation Bill
The Wisconsin Assembly has passed a bill that would limit the regulation of 5G, or “small cell,” technology.
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June 22, 2019
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NASA Astronaut Describes Close Call Following Failed Launch
The NASA astronaut who survived last weeks failed launch and emergency landing knew he needed to stay calm.
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October 21, 2018
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Looking For An Edge: Teams Trying To Turn Data Into Wins'
Data is pored over by coaches and staff of the Orlando Magic on a regular basis. Theyll dissect how far a player runs during practice, how quickly that player accelerates and decelerates, how his performance changes as the workout goes along, biometric measurements like his heartbeat or when his workload is particularly heavy.
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October 21, 2018
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Tesla Secures Land In Shanghai For First Factory Outside Us
Electric auto brand Tesla Inc. said it signed an agreement this week to secure land in Shanghai for its first factory outside the United States, pushing ahead with development despite mounting U.S.-Chinese trade tensions.
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October 21, 2018
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Language App Adds Navajo Courses
A popular language-learning app is adding Navajo to its portfolio.
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