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Operation Indiscriminately Infects iPhones With Spyware

Researchers say suspected nation-state hackers infected Apple iPhones with spyware over two years in what security experts called an alarming security failure for a company whose calling card is privacy.

Joaquin Phoenix Discusses Preparing For Role In ‘Joker'

Joaquin Phoenix is having a hard time defining the Joker, but then again, he doesn’t really want to.

Huawei Accuses US Of Cyberattacks, Coercing Employees

Chinese telecom equipment maker Huawei accused U.S. authorities on Wednesday of attempting to break into its information systems and of trying to coerce its employees to gather information on the company.

Computer Glitch In France Delays Hundreds Of Flights Beyond

A computer breakdown briefly disrupted all air traffic in France and caused a cascade of delayed flights in multiple countries on Sunday (01), the last day of the European summer holidays.

Huawei And Xiaomi: The Companies Behind The Phones

Huawei and Xiaomi: The companies behind the phones

How A Credit Card Loan's Fast And Easy Cash Can Cost You

Credit card companies want to turn your unused credit line into cash that you can borrow for things like home improvements or unexpected expenses. But accepting this loan offer may not be the best choice for your wallet or your credit score.

'IT Chapter 2' Is A Big-Screen Fun House

It can be a cheesy thing when a novel is split up and spread out over a handful of films, but Stephen King’s “It” is not one of those books.

Entertainment+: Apple And Other Giants Transforming The Sector

Ten years ago, if you wanted to watch a blockbuster movie or play the latest gaming title, you’d need to head to the theatre or buy a new console.

European Mobile Payment Systems Team Up

Seven European mobile payment systems said they are joining forces to better develop crossborder contactless payments.

Booksmart

Two high-school seniors on the brink of graduating, the similarly studious Molly Davidson (Beanie Feldstein) and Amy Antsler (Kaitlyn Dever), are aghast when they realize that their classmates, despite partying more during high school, still got into good colleges.

Iconology - EP Missy Elliott

Missy Elliott has been pretty quiet on the hip-hop scene since releasing her sixth studio album The Cookbook back in 2005.

Netflix To Give ‘The Irishman' Exclusive Theatrical Release

Netflix will give “The Irishman” an exclusive theatrical release for about four weeks, providing theaters most of November to play Martin Scorsese’s big-budget crime epic before it lands on the streaming service.

Tech Firms Struggle To Police Content While Avoiding Bias

Take the post down. Put it back up. Stop policing speech. Start silencing extremists.

Russian Firm Sues Boeing Over Max Jet, Says Defects Hidden

A Russian aircraft leasing company that ordered 35 Boeing Max jets is suing the U.S. aircraft maker and seeking to cancel the deal, accusing Boeing of hiding defects in the plane that was grounded after two deadly crashes.

Russian Capsule Carrying Robot Docks At Space Station

A Russian space capsule carrying a humanoid robot has successfully docked at the International Space Station after a failed attempt last week.

Toyota, Suzuki Partnering In Self-driving Car Technology

Japan’s top automaker, Toyota, and smaller rival Suzuki are partnering in the development of self-driving car technology, as manufacturers around the world grapple with innovations in the industry.

Survey Finds New Auto Technology Can Annoy Drivers

Alerts from new driver-assist systems can be so annoying that some motorists are turning the features off, according to a new survey.

NASA To Help With Umaine Project To Study Forest Health

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is helping Maine get a better handle on the health of its forests.

Huawei And Xiaomi: Chinese Tigers On The Prowl

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Jolie Shares Pride In Son Maddox, Oining Marvel Movie

Angelina Jolie says she’s “so proud” that her 18-year-old son is leaving home to study biochemistry in South Korea.

How Uber's Quest For Self-driving Tech Led To Criminal Case

A self-driving vehicle pioneer who used to work for Google has been charged with stealing secrets from the company before he joined Uber’s efforts to build robotic vehicles.

Hawaii Or Spain? Telescope Experts Say It May Not Matter

When starlight from billions of years ago zips across the universe and finally comes into focus on Earth, astronomers want their telescopes to be in the best locations possible to see what’s out there.

Employees Of Big Tech Are Speaking Out Like Never Before

When Liz O’Sullivan was hired at the New York City-based artificial intelligence company Clarifai in 2017, she felt lucky to find work at the intersection of two of her main interests: technology and ethics. Two years later, she found herself facing a moral dilemma.

Fall Movie Preview: Hollywood Goes All-In On Original Films

When 20th Century Fox greenlit James Mangold’s “Ford v. Ferrari” — an original movie with a nearly $100 million budget — the director’s agent had some advice.

Apple Health: Dominating With Old And New Tech

Apple has transformed the way we work, communicate, spend, and work out, and now it’s hoping to become your personal doctor.

China Lets Yuan Sink, Trump Says Serious Talks To Start

China allowed its yuan to sink and U.S. President Donald Trump said the two sides will talk “very seriously” about their war over trade and technology following tit-for-tat tariff hikes and Trump’s threat to order American companies to stop doing business with China.

Facebook Tightens Political Ad Rules, But Leaves Loopholes

Facebook is tightening its rules around political advertising ahead of the 2020 U.S. presidential elections, an acknowledgment of the previous misuse.

Frustrated With Event Ticketing? New Ventures Try To Help

Event organizers hoping to eliminate ticket scams and huge markups in the secondary market are increasingly turning to companies that use technology to allow fans to buy and resell their tickets while putting caps on prices.

British Airports To Introduce 3D Screening For Carry-on Bags

Putting small containers of liquids in plastic bags could soon be a thing of the past for airline passengers in Britain after the government announced plans to introduce 3D screening equipment for carry-on luggage at all major airports.

Apple Apologizes For Use Of Contractors To Eavesdrop On Siri

Apple is apologizing for allowing outsiders to listen to snippets of people’s recorded conversations with its digital assistant Siri, a practice that undermined its attempts to position itself as a trusted steward of privacy.