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Instagram now lets you regram your posts to 2019-01-09 13:52:23Instagram is swaying the balance toward simplicity but away from originality. It’s adding the ability to publish feed posts to different account

Twitter gives events a boost with new publisher 2019-01-09 13:22:27As Twitter continues to look for ways to monetize its platform beyond basic advertising, it is building more tools for businesses that turn Twitter in

Daily Crunch: Well Facebook, you did it again 2019-01-09 12:10:11The Daily Crunch is TechCrunch’s roundup of our biggest and most important stories. If you’d like to get this delivered to your inbox ever

Microsoft’s latest Teams features take aim at shift 2019-01-09 11:12:10Collaboration tools tend to be geared toward workers who are sitting at a desk for much of the day, but there are plenty of shift workers, also known

Cambridge Analytica’s parent pleads guilty to breaking UK 2019-01-09 10:58:15Cambridge Analytica’s parent company, SCL Elections, has been fined £15,000 in a UK court after pleading guilty to failing to comply with

Vietnam threatens to penalize Facebook for breaking its 2019-01-09 07:16:56Well, that didn’t take long. We’re less than 10 days into 2019 and already Vietnam is aiming threats at Facebook for violating its draconi

Facebook is the new crapware 2019-01-09 06:22:46Welcome to 2019, where we learn Facebook is the new crapware. Sorry #DeleteFacebook, you never stood a chance. Yesterday Bloomberg reported that

LinkedIn now requires phone number verification for all 2019-01-09 06:16:11LinkedIn’s China site looks and functions just like LinkedIn everywhere else, except now it asks users in the country to verify their identities

Facebook and PayPal pull pages of far-right British 2019-01-08 18:28:53Facebook has confirmed it has removed the pages and profiles of a far-right political activist in the U.K. after concerns were raised in parliament ab

Zuckerberg’s 2019 challenge is to hold public talks 2019-01-08 15:03:05Rather than just focus on Facebook’s problems like his 2018 challenge, this year Mark Zuckerberg wants to give transparency to his deliberations

TikTok’s quietly launched ‘Lite’ app has reached over 2019-01-04 14:46:57Short-form video app TikTok has been growing in popularity across international markets, including in the U.S. where a merger with Musical.ly has seen

Workplace, Facebook’s enterprise platform, adds another major customer, 2019-01-03 10:41:50While Facebook continues to repair its image with consumers disenchanted with the social network’s role in disseminating misleading or false inf

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Thousands of photographs of the bygone Ottoman Empire 2019-01-11 16:15:45The Getty Research Institute has digitized over 3,000 photos from 19th century Turkey. The moments captured were primarily in Ottoman Turkey and tell

Playstation 4 approaching 100 million units sold worldwide 2019-01-11 16:13:43The console launched in 2013 and has been beating its competitors in unit sales ever since. Read more...More about Gaming, Mashable Video, Culture, Pl

AI tech can identify genetic disorders from a 2019-01-11 16:10:59The AI reviews a photo of a patient's face and proposes a list of ten possible rare genetic disorders. The tech has even outperformed clinicians Read

True friend takes 'send me a pic' to 2019-01-11 16:08:30Anyone that’s ever done their shopping online knows that things always look different in real life. So, when Twitter user @Dnschtt's friend ask

Logan Paul says he's 'going gay' for a 2019-01-11 15:54:49Oh, look, Logan Paul did something controversial again! This time he claimed he's "going gay" for a New Year's resolution.  A little over a y

One of Samsung's best-selling curved monitors is on 2019-01-11 15:18:19If you're still attempting to work on flat computer monitor, WYD? Whether you're aiming to get that salary raise in 2019 or are just trying to beat

This waste-to-energy plant doubles as a ski slope 2019-01-11 14:52:22Copenhagen’s waste-to-energy power plant lets you ski on its roof, while it converts 400,000 tons of trash into electricity and heating. Designe

'Bird Box' challenge to blame for car wreck 2019-01-11 14:07:23Despite warnings from Netflix and just general common sense, it looks like people are still participating in that stupid Bird Box Challenge. Now, it h

A sex toy for women won and then 2019-01-11 13:40:38Startup Lora DiCarlo is raising awareness for gender bias at CES after their sex toy was selected as a CES 2019 Innovation Awards honoree, only to be

'Jeopardy' contestant hilariously botched a question about Beyoncé 2019-01-11 13:18:49If you want to be the Queen of Jeopardy, we suggest you brush up on your knowledge of Queen Bey first. On Thursday night's episode, a Jeopardy contes

Dash buttons ruled illegal in Amazon's second largest 2019-01-11 13:10:09Amazon's Dash buttons are perhaps the company's most overt effort to make you forget that buying something actually means handing over your hard-ear

Google Chrome to start blocking intrusive ads worldwide 2019-01-11 12:57:29Google Chrome's built-in ad blocker is going global this summer. Starting on July 9, "Chrome will expand its user protections and stop showing all a

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Alien Blackout backlash shows fans and creators see 2019-01-11 13:27:08Fans and game makers are clashing over a newly revealed mobile game, Alien Blackout. A continuation of the Alien series, revived so spe

IBM teaches AI to debate humans by crowdsourcing 2019-01-11 13:20:25IBM sent its AI to Las Vegas this week to argue with people. And, since arguing is something humans do well, the company wants your help. ‘Proje

NASA looks to secure flight data with blockchain 2019-01-11 12:05:48NASA is exploring potential use-cases for blockchain technology in a bid to safeguard the privacy and security of aircraft flight data. A research pap

Blockchain startup Zwoop collapses following cancellation of ICO 2019-01-11 09:07:11VC-backed cryptocurrency startup Zwoop has gone into administration. According to an exclusive report by The Telegraph’s James Cook, the company

For $41, here’s all the training you need 2019-01-11 09:00:00For a true developer, there’s no substitute for serious programming knowledge. You can bank all the coding know-how for any web project with the

A super simple guide to using cryptocurrency anonymously 2019-01-11 08:45:25Welcome to Hard Fork Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice to keep you up to date in the cryptocurrency and blockchain world. Crypt

200 million Chinese resumes leak in huge database 2019-01-11 08:42:05Last night, HackenProof published a report stating that a database containing resumes of over 200 million job seekers in China was exposed last month.

These Chrome tab shortcuts will help you handle 2019-01-11 07:21:46Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and connected service

VLC hits 3 billion downloads, and will soon 2019-01-11 07:12:51You’ve used a computer before, right? And you’ve watched a video on that machine? Well, that means you probably know VLC. Not only is it t

Pablo Escobar’s estate launches cryptocurrency to impeach Trump 2019-01-11 07:10:35The brother of late drug kingpin Pablo Escobar is launching a new cryptocurrency in a bid to boot US President Donald Trump from office. Les

New blockchain center opens in New York amid 2019-01-11 06:11:56The city of New York has a new blockchain center. Opened by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) as part of a partnership with

Don’t overestimate AI’s understanding of human language 2019-01-11 03:39:59This article is part of Demystifying AI, a series of posts that (try to) disambiguate the jargon and myths surrounding AI. It’s very easy t

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5 Incredible Startups We Found at CES 2019-01-11 16:00:00From AI-powered translation to the first smart train set, here are five entrepreneurs changing the game in their industries.

How One Entrepreneur Is Bringing Vintage Clothes to 2019-01-11 13:30:00Jessica Abo sits down with Shilla Kim-Parker, the CEO and Founder of ShopThrilling.com, to discuss how she's helping unique and eco-friendly fashion

Google Sued for Allegedly Covering Up Sexual Misconduct 2019-01-11 13:00:00A shareholder said Alphabet's board of directions were directly involved.

3 Capabilities the Software Industry Needs, to Solve 2019-01-11 12:30:00Today, we see more and more job descriptions for developers asking not only for test-driven experience but also behavior-driven design and development

This Week in Weed: Can The Black Market 2019-01-11 12:29:00The black market thrives, edible prices won't budge, and Congress introduces a new bud bill.

6 Inspiring Women Changing Tech and Business This 2019-01-11 12:00:00Until the industry offers all women in tech equal opportunity and representation, these six up-and-coming women can be great role models.

Don't Let Blockchain Technology's Security Loopholes Go Unnoticed 2019-01-11 11:00:00Do you assume, for instance, that private 'permissioned' blockchains are secure? You're wrong.

The Founder of Meditation App Simple Habit Shares 2019-01-11 10:46:00Yunha Kim shares how she keeps wellness a priority while she grows her company, which recently closed a $10 million series A funding round

Kathleen Griffith's Best Bite-Sized Pieces of Advice for 2019-01-11 10:45:00Whether you're looking to hire, market to or collaborate with women, this quick-hitting advice might be able to help.

Here's What Investor Phil Town's Daily Routine Looks 2019-01-11 10:30:00The finance guru breaks down the structure of his typical day.

Elon Musk Shows Off the First SpaceX Starship 2019-01-11 10:16:28It's a suborbital version of the company's upcoming massive rocket.

Become a Blockchain Expert for Less Than $20 2019-01-11 09:30:00Set to go mainstream later this year, blockchain is a must-know tool.

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Watch: Naked Inmate Squeezes Himself Through Small Jail 2019-01-11 15:07:13Caught by CCTV cameras, a hopeless prisoner astonishingly squeezed his naked body through the small prison cell opening where food’s served. The

At The U.S. Border What REALLY Happens To 2019-01-11 11:00:22Immigration is an implausibly red-hot issue. Though, there’s much ignorance about what truly occurs when immigrants get to the border. When immi

Flat Earth Cruise Is Real And Is Set 2019-01-11 09:39:21Okay, if you ever needed proof that flat-Earthers exist around the world (yes, around) en masse, then you have it here now. There is no shortage of th

1950s Show Goes Viral For Episode With Villain 2019-01-11 09:09:09There are a lot of television shows which have predicted what’s going to happen in the future (we’re looking at you The Simpsons). These a

Beyond the Pyramids: Five Hidden Travel Destinations in 2019-01-10 22:24:03With its rich culture and impressive history, Egypt is a paradise for soul searchers and wanderers. The country is famous for its pyramids, temples, a

Tunnel Rush Review – Tunnel Vision 2019-01-10 22:14:50Some games feature expansive, borderless open worlds that allow players to travel their length and breadth, seeking adventure in corners far and wide.

Because Of Rare Condition Woman Can’t Hear Men’s 2019-01-10 16:16:29One day Chen, from Xiamen in China, woke up and she was incapable of hearing her boyfriend when he spoke – or as it turned out, any men. Stress

Millionaire Sues Ex-Wife After Discovering Kids He Raised 2019-01-10 13:51:51In a divorce settlement, a millionaire was ordered to pay $5.09 million to his ex-wife and then sued her after he found out the 3 kids he raised were

Florida Man (Yes, Him Again) Found With 3 2019-01-10 10:11:57What is it with Florida men these days? Always getting themselves in viral news headlines because of their otherworldly hijinks. Someone ought to make

New Study Claims Baby Boomers Share Fake News 2019-01-10 09:44:28We all know that baby boomers, people born from the ’40s to the ’60s, all did things better than any of us. Just listen to your grandparen

Girl Who Sold Her Virginity For $1M Now 2019-01-09 19:36:04Jasmine, a young student, sold her virginity to a ‘successful’ and ‘smart’ older Wall Street Banker – and now, the pair

[VIDEO] Security Footage Shows Prowling Man Licking Doorbell 2019-01-09 09:47:59Not having a security camera installed in your home can be scary, that would be inviting trouble over. However, having a security camera opens your ho

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How Companies Are Using Social Media to Show 2019-01-02 16:44:30Social media is a great avenue for companies that want to improve their customer service. We see a lot of brands talking to their clients on social me

Why Business Professionals Struggle to Create Great Posts 2019-01-01 23:46:41Social media is filled with friends, business professionals and companies all trying to have their voices heard. Friends and family may be on social m

5 Gig Economy Marketing Tips for Social Media 2018-12-19 16:25:34Smartphones, apps and the Internet have given rise to the “gig economy,” where independent contractors take on temporary positions. The &l