Month: August 2021
Facebook will reportedly launch its own advisory group for election policy decisions
Facebook is looking to create a standalone advisory committee for election-related policy decisions, according to a new report from The New York Times. The company has reportedly approached a number of policy experts and academics it is interested in recruiting for the group, which could give the company cover for…
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Nuro is building a factory and test track in Nevada for its autonomous delivery robots
Nuro, the autonomous delivery startup founded by two ex-Google engineers, announced a dramatic expansion of its physical footprint. The company said it will spend $40 million on the construction of a manufacturing facility and test track for its fleet of self-driving robot vehicles. Both facilities will be located in Southern…
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Surfshark launches antivirus to go alongside your VPN Surfshark One
In addition to securing your internet connection with its VPN service, Surfshark is now able to protect your devices from online threats as the company has launched a new cybersecurity bundle which also contains antivirus software. Surfshark Antivirus comes included as part of the company’s new Surfshark One cybersecurity bundle.…
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Panasonic photoshopped a white man’s head onto a Black man’s body
We recently wrote how Panasonic maybe went a little overboard with wacky promotional images for its new SoundSlayer wearable gaming speaker. Fun, right? Here’s something less amusing: it appears that Panasonic couldn’t be bothered to take actual photos of its product on actual human beings, so it digitally inserted them…
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We’re focusing on fintech at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021
Do you dig digital currency? Dream about decentralized finance, need to know NFTs? Maybe you’re just crypto-curious. Heck, check “all of the above” and get ready to focus on fintech at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. Disrupt is known for bringing the top experts, visionaries, founders, investors and makers…
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Best headphones 2021: your definitive guide to the latest and greatest audio The Sony WH-1000XM4, the Best Headphones you can buy, lying on a desk
What are the best headphones in 2021? With so many brands, models, and designs to choose from, finding the right headphones can be an ordeal – but we’re here to help. Which headphones style is best for you? Our list below features all of the best headphones you can buy…
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