Clearview AI's creepy facial-recognition business takes a major legal hit
Even a limited win for digital privacy can feel significant, especially when Clearview AI is on the losing end. Clearview AI, the facial-recognition company which made headlines in January of 2020 for secretly scraping billions of photos from social media sites, will be prohibited from selling access to its tools under the terms of a […]
Bitcoin falls more than half its all time high, other cryptocurrencies take a dive with it
It’s not a good day if you’re a crypto investor. The majority of the cryptocurrency market tumbled on Monday. At the time this article was published, Bitcoin had fallen to around $30,500 USD. That’s less than half of its all-time high of $68,990 from November 2021. According to blockchain analytics firm Glassnode, around 40 percent […]
Get a smart TV for less than $100
SAVE 41%: If you’re looking for a straightforward TV, the Insignia 24-inch Smart HD 720p Fire TV is on sale for just $99.99, which is 41% down from its original price of $169.99. 8K and OLED TVs are all well and good for those with some extra cash to splurge with and priorities that prize […]
White House announces a program to make high-speed internet cheaper for millions of Americans
Depending on your income status, your internet bill could get a good deal cheaper soon. The Biden White House announced Monday that low-income Americans will be eligible for reduced broadband prices through a new Affordable Connectivity Program (or ACP). This is being done through partnerships with 20 internet service providers (ISPs) around the country, including […]
Some new BMWs are missing Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Buying a new BMW? It might come without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto support – at least at first. According to a report by Automotive News Europe (via 9to5Google), certain new BMW models are being shipped without support for Apple and Google’s auto services. BMW confirmed the report and told the outlet that the issue […]
How to watch Google's I/O 2022 keynote live
It’s Google announcement time, folks. Buckle up. Everyone’s favorite search engine and Android giant is gearing up for its annual I/O developer conference, which will be held virtually for everyone but Google employees this year. Google I/O will run between May 11 and 12. The schedule is full of talks about artificial intelligence, machine learning, […]
Elon Musk's plan for Twitter: Massive increase of users and revenue
A few days ago, soon-to-be Twitter owner Elon Musk (should the deal go through) casually tweeted about introducing a fee for some users of the service. “Twitter will always be free for casual users, but maybe a slight cost for commercial/government users,” he wrote. It sounds almost inconsequential, but it appears that Musk’s plans for […]
Super Thanks: how to tip your favorite video creator on YouTube
If you spend time on YouTube, you’re likely quite familiar with “Super Chats” on YouTube livestreams. Viewers can use Super Chats to give their favorite creators a one-time payment of anywhere from $1 to $500 during a live video. In return, they receive a highlighted comment in the chat, and as a bonus, YouTube creators […]
Save 87% on the holistic Ultrahuman app and work on your mental and physical health
TL;DR: As of May 9, a lifetime subscription to the Ultrahuman Holistic Fitness App is just $49.99. It’s usually worth $399, so that’s a discount of 87%. Most fitness apps focus strictly on physical health. But mental health is a major factor in your overall well-being, too. For a more holistic look at your health, […]
Customize your browser’s homepage with Start.Me — on sale for half off
TL;DR: As of May 9, you can get a lifetime subscription to Start.Me Pro Web Productivity for just $49. It usually costs $100, so that’s a discount of 51% off. Customization is the catalyst for productivity. From your desktop to your dresser drawers to your spreadsheets, a personalized system is what keeps you focused on […]