Selena Gomez makes history as 1st woman to reach 400 million Instagram followers
The actress and singer passed Kylie Jenner as the most-followed woman on the popular social media platform.
Book publishers file suit against Internet Archive over free digital library
Publishing companies have sued the Internet Archive, alleging that the Archive's e-book digital lending is actually "willful digital piracy."
Old Westbury hopes high-tech darts will help police avoid dangerous chases
A device dubbed StarChase, like you’d see in a James Bond movie, is the newest tool installed in police cars in the village of Old Westbury. The goal is to nab anyone who refuses to comply with traffic stops – without risk of injury.
Amazon to cut 9,000 more jobs amid 'uncertain economy'
Amazon announced Monday that it plans to cut an additional 9,000 roles within the next few weeks amid the uncertain economic environment.
TikTok will add specific STEM feed with math, engineering content, amid recent restrictions
The news follows China appealing Friday to other governments to treat its companies fairly after Britain and New Zealand joined the United States in restricting use of TikTok due to fears the Chinese-owned short video service might be a security risk.
Long Island rabbi uses artificial intelligence to create sermons
Rabbi Josh Franklin used ChatGPT to help write his Shabbat sermon when he had a bout of writer’s block last year. When he finished, he challenged congregants at The Jewish Center of the Hamptons to guess who wrote it.
Donald Trump posts on Facebook for 1st time since Jan. 6 riot
Trump's post comes nearly two months after Facebook’s parent company said it would allow the former president to return to the platform.
LinkedIn tests AI tools to help write profiles, job descriptions
The AI-powered features will begin testing today before being rolled out to LinkedIn Premium subscribers.
YouTube TV users will see 13% subscription price increase
The new price is $72.99 per month, up from $64.99.
TikTok under federal investigation for spying on Americans: reports
Both the FBI and the FCC have warned that ByteDance, which is based in Beijing, could share TikTok user data with China’s authoritarian government.
Carmakers are dropping AM radios from electric vehicles. Is that bad?
In a letter, former FEMA officials said eliminating AM radio from electric vehicles prevents drivers from receiving safety alerts in an emergency.
New FCC rules target spam text messages
Spam text messages are up 500% since 2015, according to the FCC.
US threatens TikTok ban if Chinese owners don't sell stakes in company
Lawmakers are considering a measure that would give the Biden administration more power to clamp down on TikTok amid national security concerns.
Nearly half of Americans would support a ban on TikTok, poll finds
Support for a ban on TikTok is split among people based on a new poll, but some states and federal agencies have placed restrictions on the use of the app.
Waze adds feature for EV drivers to find compatible charging stations
Users will now be able to enter their electric vehicle and plug type into the Waze app to find relevant charging stations along their route.
Chat GPT-4 is here - Will it change our lives?
The AI chatbot known as ChatGPT was born in November 2022 and is already reaching adulthood, with its creator, the Microsoft-funded Open AI updating the technology for a fourth time.
De-Influencing: How social media stars are encouraging responsible consumerism
Social media influencers are now advocating for de-influencing and encouraging their followers to make cheaper purchases.
World’s first flying bike, inspired by ‘Star Wars’ franchise, hits market for $500K
The bike features a 228-horsepower motor and weighs more than 661 pounds.
New York City Council propose e-bike charging stations at fire, police stations
The proposal comes amid a rise in fires sparked by e-bike batteries.
March Madness fans will be able to watch up to 4 games at once with new YouTube feature
If this sounds absolutely futuristic that's because it sort of is