[ad_1] Earlier this month, YouTube declined to remove videos of right-wing commentator Steven Crowder, even though they contain homophobic and racist speech targeted at Vox host Carlos Maza. YouTube claimed the videos were “clearly hurtful” but didn’t violate any of its policies. Understandably, YouTube was criticized for its decision. In his email, Pichai said he […]
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Literacy app taps Marvel comics to teach kids to read
[ad_1] Kuato Studios worked with researchers from the University of Portland Oregon, as well as teachers and schools in the UK to develop the vocabulary content for the app. They mapped levels to US and UK literary grade standards, so the storylines adapt to users’ ages. As kids complete activities, they’ll advance to more difficult […]
Oculus blocks SteamVR streaming on Quest
[ad_1] “I’m sorry to announce this but Oculus doesn’t want the SteamVR streaming feature in their store,” he wrote on Reddit. Godin said that he’s been developing virtual reality tech for more than five years now and saw an opportunity with his app to give people more access to the games on their PC. According […]
Tariffs are forcing Big Tech to move production out of China
[ad_1] Last month, the US increased import tariffs on certain Chinese goods from 10 percent to 25 percent. If the tariff hike goes through, items like motherboards, smartphones, video game consoles and computers could be subject to the 25 percent tax. At that rate, Nintendo might be forced to sell its consoles at a loss […]
Ten states sue to block T-Mobile merger with Sprint
[ad_1] The states said they gave “significant consideration” to the companies’ talk of expanded rural coverage, but noted that T-Mobile hadn’t provided evidence of cell site expansion in these areas that wouldn’t already be served by at least one of the two networks. They also rejected the carriers’ argument that a union was necessary to […]
Amazon opens its second Go store in New York
[ad_1] In addition to groceries, the store will offer ready-to-eat meals and snacks, including offerings from locals bakeries and vendors Dominique Ansel, Magnolia Bakery, Ess-a-Bagel, Epicured, Bien Cuit, Hale & Hearty and Terranova Bakery. There will also be Amazon meal kits and freshly brewed coffee and espresso on sale, following the launch of coffee at […]
G20 countries agree to close tax loopholes for tech companies
[ad_1] A final report on the plans would be available by 2020, according to the draft. The challenge, as you might imagine, would be obtaining a consensus from a large group includes countries like China, India and South Africa in addition to G8 mainstays like the US, UK and Russia. The US in particular has […]
Comcast to pay $9.1 million for adding service plans without consent
[ad_1] Just over 240,000 of the stated violations were committed by signing up customers who were completely oblivious. For the remaining 205,000 violations, Comcast is accused of either failing to mention the cost or falsely representing it. The pure damages will only account for a fraction of the $85 million Comcast is estimated to have […]
Maker Faire ceases operations amid financial trouble
[ad_1] This doesn’t necessarily represent the permanent end to Maker Media. The company is avoiding bankruptcy in favor of a different process to please creditors, and it’s trying to both keep the Make: online archive and print magazine running. You may hear more as negotiations progress over the next few weeks. It’s not unexpected. Dougherty […]
China warns tech firms against cooperating with US trade ban
[ad_1] The meetings reportedly involved three government divisions, suggesting that approval likely came from the highest ranks of Chinese leadership. Officials didn’t mention Huawei by name, but there wasn’t much doubt that the company was involved. Whether or not the threats hold much weight is another story. If accurate, China effectively wants companies to risk […]