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Supreme Court Could Allow Suit Over Apple iPhone Apps' Sales

The Supreme Court seemed ready to allow an antitrust lawsuit to go forward that claims Apple has unfairly monopolized the market for the sale of iPhone apps.

Eu Urges Internet Giants To Work Harder Fighting Fake News

European Union authorities warned leading tech companies including Facebook, Google and Twitter this week that they need to work harder to combat fake news ahead of upcoming blocwide parliamentary elections.

A Deluge Of Drones Fly Over Super Bowl Stadium, Despite Ban

The sky above the stadium that will host Sunday’s Super Bowl is being “inundated” with an alarming number of drones, raising the specter of injuries to tourists or others — or a possible collision with aircraft, the FBI said.

How Apple May - Or May Not - Be A Leader On Privacy And Data Use

There has been big news on the battle for privacy and data recently, as Apple took action against some of the other biggest names in the business.

Scrawny Dwarf Planet, Named Goblin, Found Well Beyond Pluto

A scrawny dwarf planet nicknamed the Goblin has been discovered well beyond Pluto.

Fans Rejoice: Subscription Free Streaming For NFL Games

The good news for football fans: It’s going to be much easier to watch NFL games online this year. 

‘Small Fry' More Than A Steve Jobs Story

“Small Fry: A Memoir” (Grove Press), by Lisa Brennan-Jobs

Poll: Teens Say Social Media Makes Them Feel Better

Today’s teens are always on their smartphones, many check social media “constantly” and prefer texting over face-to-face communication.

New iPhones And Apple Watches Headline 2018 Keynote

The event started with a short movie showing an Apple employee running around the Cupertino complex, performing various feats of parkour, with an urgent package to deliver to Tim Cook. Is this the new iPhone or Apple Watch to be unveiled in the presentation?

Massive Boom Hopes To Corral Pacific Ocean's Plastic Trash

Engineers are deploying a trash collection device to corral plastic litter floating between California and Hawaii in an attempt to clean up the world’s largest garbage patch in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. 

Swedish Regulator Ends Investigation Of Birth Control App

Swedish regulators have closed their investigation of a birth control app after finding that the rate of unwanted pregnancies, which had gained media attention, was actually in line with clinical data.

US Blacklists NKorean-Controlled It Firms In China, Russia

The Trump administration blacklisted two North Korean-controlled information technology companies based in China and Russia on Thursday as it pushed for progress by Kim Jong Un’s government on denuclearization. 

Disney Results Miss As Fox Studio Business Underwhelm

Disney is feeling some pain from its biggest transformation in decades as its acquisition of Fox’s entertainment businesses contributed to a 39% drop in earnings.

iOS 13: On A Whole New Level

In one of the iPhone’s biggest updates to date, iOS 13 revolutionizes the smartphone once again. It’s jam-packed with a bunch of improvements including a systemwide Dark Mode, the Find My app, performance enhancements all-new Photos and Reminders apps, and major privacy features. This week, we go hands-on with the beta ahead of its public release…

Energy Department Wants To Build Nuclear Test “Fast” Reactor

A new nuclear test reactor is needed as part of an effort to revamp the nation’s fading nuclear power industry by developing safer fuel and power plants, the U.S. Department of Energy said this week.

What Is The Online Forum 8Chan?

An anonymous online forum called 8chan has drawn attention in the wake of mass shootings in Texas and Ohio because violent U.S. extremists have used it to share tips and encourage one another.

China Imports From US Fall 19% In July Amid Trade War

Chinese imports of American goods plunged in July as a tariff war with Washington intensified. Imports of U.S. goods fell 19% from a year earlier to $10.9 billion, customs data showed Thursday, though that was an improvement over June’s 31.4% fall. Exports to the United States declined 6.5% to $38.8 billion.

Foxconn Leaders, Wisconsin Officials Meet; Details Unclear

Foxconn Technology Group executives met Wednesday with Wisconsin’s governor, legislative leaders, and others but no one is saying much about what they discussed.

China Threatens Retaliation If US Tariff Hikes Go Ahead

China on Thursday threatened retaliation if Washington steps up their war over trade and technology by going ahead with planned Sept. 1 tariff hikes on additional Chinese imports.

Gyllenhaal Attributes Conquering Fear To Oscar-Winning Doc

Few performances are as daunting as the one-person play.

HY-Vee Warns Of Security Problem With Credit Card Readers

An Iowa-based grocery store chain is warning customers about what it says is a security incident involving payment card systems.

The Remarkable History Of Instant Messaging

The very notion of being able to instantly send a message to someone located on the other side of the world – or even just the other side of one’s home or office – would have seemed nigh-on inconceivable to most of the world’s population not so long ago.

Virgin Galactic Unveiling Mission Control For Space Tourism

Spaceport America is no longer just a shiny shell of hope that space tourism would one day launch from this remote spot in the New Mexico desert.

As iPhone Sale SAG, Apple Touts Apps and Services Instead

Kobe says goodbye, and hello.  

MacOs Sierra: Everything We Know So Far

MacOs Roundup: What's Coming with the New Mac Operating System?

After Nearly A Decade, Matt Damon Is 'Jason Bourne' Again

It’s a sweltering afternoon in Hollywood and Matt Damon has just gotten out of couple’s therapy.

'Mr. Robot, 'Suicide Squad' Debut in VR Form at Comic- Con

The anti-heroes of “Mr. Robot” and “Suicide Squad” are breaking into San Diego Comic-Con in 360 degrees.

Samsung's New Ju, bo Phone unlocks With IRIS Scanner

You’ll be able to unlock Samsung’s new phone by just looking at it.

Amazon's Already large Distribution Empire Keeps Expanding

Online shoppers want their packages - now. And Amazon is spending heavily to make sure that happens.

News Outlets Seek To Negotiate With Google, Facebook On Ads

News outlets are seeking permission from Congress for the right to negotiate jointly with Google and Facebook, two companies that dominate online advertising and online news traffic.