Instagram influencer 'Ray Hushpuppi' gets 11 years in prison for money laundering
Prosecutors called Ramon Abbas, known online as Ray Hushpuppi, "one of the most prolific money launderers in the world."
Prosecutors called Ramon Abbas, known online as Ray Hushpuppi, "one of the most prolific money launderers in the world."
Elon Musk warns Twitter employees of ‘difficult times ahead,' ends remote work: report
In a mass email, Elon Musk reportedly told employees that changes would be difficult and there was "no way to sugarcoat the message."
In a mass email, Elon Musk reportedly told employees that changes would be difficult and there was "no way to sugarcoat the message."
Musk tries to reassure Twitter advertisers after chaotic takeover
Elon Musk is trying to reassure big companies that his chaotic takeover of Twitter won't harm their brands.
Elon Musk is trying to reassure big companies that his chaotic takeover of Twitter won't harm their brands.
Binance to buy rival FTX Trading in apparent bailout
The cryptocurrency exchange Binance said it plans to buy its rival FTX Trading, in the latest example of how fortunes can change rapidly in the crypto world.
The cryptocurrency exchange Binance said it plans to buy its rival FTX Trading, in the latest example of how fortunes can change rapidly in the crypto world.
How to read your social media feeds on Election Day 2022
Voters are likely to encounter rumors, hearsay, and misinformation. Here are some tips for navigating social media on Election Day, and in the days or weeks that follow.
Voters are likely to encounter rumors, hearsay, and misinformation. Here are some tips for navigating social media on Election Day, and in the days or weeks that follow.
Airbnb to display total prices up front, end 'unreasonable' checkout tasks
“I’ve heard you loud and clear—you feel like prices aren’t transparent and checkout tasks are a pain,” Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said in a statement.
“I’ve heard you loud and clear—you feel like prices aren’t transparent and checkout tasks are a pain,” Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said in a statement.
University of Kentucky student accused of using racial slurs during assault
A white University of Kentucky student is accused of physically assaulting a Black student worker while repeatedly using racial slurs.
A white University of Kentucky student is accused of physically assaulting a Black student worker while repeatedly using racial slurs.
Robot first responders saving lives in natural disasters
Next generation first responders use technology to not only save the lives of victims, it saves the lives on those first on the scene too.
Next generation first responders use technology to not only save the lives of victims, it saves the lives on those first on the scene too.
Twitter's blue check: A history of the platform's verification system
The story of Twitter's blue checkmarks — a simple verification system that's come to be viewed as an elite status symbol — began with some high-profile impersonations, just as the site began taking off in 2008 and '09.
The story of Twitter's blue checkmarks — a simple verification system that's come to be viewed as an elite status symbol — began with some high-profile impersonations, just as the site began taking off in 2008 and '09.
Ralph Lauren, Fortnite announce digital apparel collaboration
Ahead of the digital clothing and accessories launch, Ralph Lauren will launch a physical collection that will closely match its digital counterparts on Fortnite.
Ahead of the digital clothing and accessories launch, Ralph Lauren will launch a physical collection that will closely match its digital counterparts on Fortnite.
FCC commissioner urges US government to ban TikTok
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr discussed concerns about Americans' data on TikTok being sent back to Beijing. "I don’t believe there is a path forward for anything other than a ban."
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr discussed concerns about Americans' data on TikTok being sent back to Beijing. "I don’t believe there is a path forward for anything other than a ban."
Hidden AirTags reveal location of stolen luggage, passenger claims
A California filmmaker claims equipment stolen from his checked bags wound up at a home in a different state, based on info from his hidden AirTags.
A California filmmaker claims equipment stolen from his checked bags wound up at a home in a different state, based on info from his hidden AirTags.
Twitter verification could cost $8 a month, Elon Musk says
On Tuesday, Musk outlined the Twitter verification plan in a series of tweets, following pushback over reports that Twitter would start charging a fee of $20 a month.
On Tuesday, Musk outlined the Twitter verification plan in a series of tweets, following pushback over reports that Twitter would start charging a fee of $20 a month.
Instagram claims issue that left many users locked out of accounts has been fixed
Some Instagram users reported seeing a message that they were locked out but were still able to scroll through their feeds. Others said they were completely shut out.
Some Instagram users reported seeing a message that they were locked out but were still able to scroll through their feeds. Others said they were completely shut out.
Toyota to limit smart keys to 1 per new vehicle sold, due to semiconductor shortage
In an effort to ration semiconductors, Toyota Motor Corp. reportedly announced Thursday that it would replace one of the two "smart" keys it delivers in Japan with a mechanical one.
In an effort to ration semiconductors, Toyota Motor Corp. reportedly announced Thursday that it would replace one of the two "smart" keys it delivers in Japan with a mechanical one.
Twitter is reportedly planning to charge $20 a month for verification
That blue checkmark on Twitter accounts could start costing hundreds of dollars a year for users to keep.
That blue checkmark on Twitter accounts could start costing hundreds of dollars a year for users to keep.
TikTok lawsuit settlement: Some users receiving payments up to $167
A federal lawsuit alleged TikTok collected and shared the personal data of TikTok and Musical.ly users without notice or consent.
A federal lawsuit alleged TikTok collected and shared the personal data of TikTok and Musical.ly users without notice or consent.
Apple confirms iPhone will get USB-C charging after EU mandate
Apple has confirmed that the iPhone will support USB-C charging following a European Union mandate.
Apple has confirmed that the iPhone will support USB-C charging following a European Union mandate.
No, scientists didn't 3D-model Mary's husband, Joseph — that's Andre the Giant
A viral tweet this week claimed scientists at Stanford University had reconstructed a 3D model of how Joseph, the husband of Mary, might have looked.
A viral tweet this week claimed scientists at Stanford University had reconstructed a 3D model of how Joseph, the husband of Mary, might have looked.
USDA announces $759M for high-speed internet in rural areas
The grants are part of the broader $65 billion push for high-speed connectivity.
The grants are part of the broader $65 billion push for high-speed connectivity.