WikiLeaks releases 8,761 alleged CIA classified docs and files from 2013-2016 describing malware, zero-day exploits for iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux
, WikiLeaks begins its new series of leaks on the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency. Code-named “Vault 7” by WikiLeaks …
Mozilla releases Firefox 52 with WebAssembly, a new standard that lets web apps run in a browser at near-native speeds, disables all NPAPI plugins except Flash
New version of Firefox should run complex apps much faster in the browser, but dropping support for some plug-ins could be an issue for Google Hangout fans.
Microsoft announces general availability of Visual Studio 2017, which focuses on multi-platform development and is more modular, says new IDE is faster to use
Microsoft this morning released Visual Studio 2017, the latest version of its integrated development environment …
Sources: Tinder has a members-only version called Tinder Select for its top users, with participation by invitation
Tinder has been operating a members-only version of the platform called Tinder Select, which is meant to serve only the elite users on the app, including CEOs, super models …
Microsoft partners with Qualcomm and Cavium to develop Windows for servers using ARM processors, has been testing it in Azure for search, storage, more
The software maker seeks to cut costs in its Azure cloud business by developing new hardware — Microsoft Corp. is committing …
Sources: Nest is working on a cheaper sub-$200 thermostat with individual room control, a home security alarm system, and a digital doorbell
Nest, the pioneer of the iPhone-like digital thermostat, is readying several new products in its quest to modernize the home. — by
BBC Worldwide and ITV's joint streaming service, BritBox, launches in the US for $7/month, available on web, Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Android devices
BritBox, the streaming child of British media giants BBC Worldwide and ITV, has officially launched stateside.
According to WikiLeaks docs, CIA and MI5/BTSS developed program that used Samsung F8000 TVs as covert listening devices
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Vimeo now supports 360-degree video on web and mobile, with monoscopic or stereoscopic modes, on Google Daydream, Samsung's Gear VR, and Zeiss VR One
Virtual reality hardware wouldn't be anywhere without content to play on it — that's why so many big video companies …
Microsoft says its So.cl social network will shut down March 15
Socl has been a wonderful outlet for creative expression, as well as a place to enjoy a supportive community of like-minded people, sharing and learning together. In supporting you, Socl's unique com...
Nvidia unveils Jetson TX2 Pascal-powered AI board computer; pre-order dev kit for $599, or the module from $399, shipping Q2
For a few years now, NVIDIA has been offering their line of Jetson embedded system kits. Originally launched using Tegra K1 in 2014, the first Jetson was designed …
Sources: Google is acquiring Kaggle, a platform with ~500K data scientists, which hosts data science and machine learning competitions and has raised $12.75M
Sources tell us that Google is acquiring Kaggle, a platform that hosts data science and machine learning competitions.
Flickr Adds ‘Similarity Search’ to Help You Discover Visually Similar Photos
Despite its uncertain future, Flickr continues to add features, doing their best to remain a relevant part of today's photo sharing landscape. Their latest update adds something called “similarity se...
Google launches first original podcast City Soundtracks, a guide to the musical highlights of different cities, available on Play Music and iTunes
Google Play Music has today launched its first original podcast, City Soundtracks. Available on Google's streaming service (and on iTunes! …
John Steele, the lawyer behind Prenda Law, pleads guilty to fraud and money laundering, admits he made $6M+ by defrauding internet users
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Uber confirms it is searching for a COO who can “partner” with CEO Travis Kalanick
If you live in an American city … Carl Velasco / Tech Times : After Multiple Media Maelstroms, Uber's Travis Kalanick Is Now ‘Actively Seeking’ Chief Operating Officer For Aid Katie Benner / New York ...
CNN launches a VR news unit, CNNVR, which will cover major news events and produce VR livestreams
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Sources: Softbank to sell 25% of UK chip designer ARM, worth about $8B, to SoftBank-led Saudi-backed $100B Vision Fund
Financial Times :
In open letter, ACLU, EFF, Writers Guild of America, West, and over 160 other organizations urge FCC and Congress to preserve net neutrality
Jacob Kastrenakes / The Verge :
Avaya says it will sell its networking business to Extreme Networks for $100M after filing for Chapter 11 in January
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Doppler Labs sues Bose, claims Bose's Hearphones mimic Here Buds, alleges Bose feigned interest in partnering to study Doppler tech to make a competing product
Jeff Dunn / Business Insider :
ZTE to pay $892M to US, plead guilty to violating US sanctions on Iran and obstructing federal investigation, resolving the 5-year probe
Wall Street Journal :
Instagram Stories debuts Geostickers to let users add and arrange illustrations related to their locations, as its Snap cloning continues
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Spotify announces it has acquired audio detection and music discovery startup Sonalytic
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Amazon debuts Amazon Prime in Mexico for $46/year, with first year discount of $23, after launching full operations in the country less than two years ago
Sarah Perez / TechCrunch :
Amazon drops its case concerning First Amendment rights extending to Alexa commands and audio capture after defendant in murder trial agrees to hand over data
Rich McCormick / The Verge :
Pinterest updates its browser extension to let users search for products using any image, without having to visit Pinterest's homepage
Kurt Wagner / Recode :
Giphy quietly acquired imoji last year to build out its emoji and sticker business
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