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GitHub: All open-source developers anywhere are welcome
Open-source software rules the world, and if you're an open-source developer anywhere around the globe -- even in countries not on good terms with the US -- you have a home at GitHub.
ACCC alleges Google mislead consumers over Android location data handling
Consumer watchdog says Google collected and used location data without providing users with an informed choice.
TSMC and GlobalFoundries settle patent disputes with cross-licensing agreement
Agreement sets aside multiple lawsuits that dealt with over 40 patents.
Open Invention Network comes to GNOME's aid in patent troll fight
GNOME, the popular Linux desktop, is under attack by Rothschild Patent Imaging, a patent troll. But the non-profit GNOME has friends in this fight. The Open Invention Network is helping defend GNOME.
Samsung boss' retrial for bribery charges begins
Samsung heir-apparent JY Lee made his first court appearance in nearly two years and faces possibly a heavier sentence than before.
GNOME sends message to 'patent trolls' and files defence against lawsuit
The foundation will fight the patent lawsuit.
Deepfakes: For now women, not democracy, are the main victims
Deepfakes pose a serious threat to democracy in the long run but women are likely to suffer first, a new study says.
EU can force Facebook and social media platforms to remove content globally
This includes content that is posted by users outside of the European Union.
Tesla, we're tracking your Smart Summon parking lot scrapes, says safety watchdog
But Tesla doesn't need permission from US regulators to release a feature like Smart Summon.
Singapore online falsehoods law kicks in with details on appeals process
Passed in May 2019 after a brief debate, the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Bill will come into effect from October 2 onwards. It includes an appeals process that costs SG$200 to file and could be heard in the High Court within nine days.
TSMC accuses GlobalFoundries of infringing 25 patents for node processes
It follows the Taiwanese company being sued by GlobalFoundries last month.
Block.one pays $24m to settle SEC ICO dispute
The SEC finds that Block.one violated the registration provisions of the federal securities laws, resulting in a $24 million civil monetary penalty.
Leave GNOME alone: This patent troll is asking for trouble
Sure, anyone can sue anyone, but winning this intellectual property lawsuit against the GNOME Foundation, a leading open-source and Linux non-profit group, will be a heck of a challenge.
Facebook unfurls new measures in Singapore to curb elections interference
Amid calls from Singapore's law minister for regulations to address foreign interference in local elections, Facebook advertisers running campaigns on social or political issues in the country now must confirm their identity and location as the social media giant looks to stem misinformation.
GNOME faces 'baseless' patent lawsuit for organising images
The patent is for a system and method for distributing digital photographic images.
Apple's "Design and Health" Kit Contents
Apple's "Design and Health" kit contents: Weighted mugs, lenticular mouse pads, post-it notes, and more!
Apple's "Design and Health" Guide for Designers
Apple's internal "design and health" guide for their designers (click images to enlarge).
Facebook's greatest controversies and biggest foul-ups
A run down of some of the most controversial decisions or actions by Facebook, including some of their biggest mistakes to date.
Hands on tour of the Amazon Cloud Drive and Amazon Cloud Player
A quick run through of the newly released Amazon Cloud Drive - the online storage service, and the Amazon Cloud Player - the integrated music streaming service.
NBN Co visits Prysmian fibre factory: pics
Prysmian Telecom Cables and Systems was awarded a contract of up to $300 million this week to supply fibre-optic cables for the National Broadband Network (NBN). NBN Co head Mike Quigley visited the company's Dee Why factory after the announcement.
The Definitive Facebook Lockdown Guide - Securing your profile page (Sept. 2011)
(Sept. 2011) This gallery guide will walk you through the settings and features of your profile page.
The Definitive Facebook Lockdown Guide - Securing the miscellaneous bits (Sept. 2011)
(Sept. 2011) This gallery guide will explain miscellaneous tweaks to protect your privacy.
The Definitive Facebook Lockdown Guide - Securing your account settings (Sept. 2011)
(Sept. 2011) This gallery guide will help you secure your Facebook account.
The Definitive Facebook Lockdown Guide - Securing your privacy settings (Sept. 2011)
(Sept. 2011) This gallery guide is designed to help you secure your Facebook privacy settings.
Privacy Icons: A graphical approach to online privacy
A quick look over the proposed Privacy Icons to simplify the online privacy policies.
Mobile speed: Ericsson LTE demo photos
Everyone's talking about mobile. They want to access the internet while they're on the go, and they want it to be fast. Ericsson is one of a swathe of vendors conducting trials for the next generation of mobile technology — Long Term Evolution (LTE).
Cracking open Hewlett Packard's IIP, the original personal LaserJet printer
The Hewlett Packard LaserJet IIP popularized the desktop personal laser printer. TechRepublic cracks it open to see what made the IIP tick.
Old circuit boards become office products and household decorations
Artist turns old printed circuit boards into useful items--clocks, clip boards, picture frames, pencil holders and more.
Augmented reality and health care - Qualcomm's mobile future
Chipmaker Qualcomm offered a glimpse of what the future might hold for the next generation of smartphones.
Bizarre Microsoft patent: Clear box that's a reading stand and book holder
One of Microsoft's early US patents had nothing to do with computers. Drawings show a reading stand and book holder that Microsoft patented in 1986.
EU rethinks relationship with China as new corporate espionage case surfaces
A new case of suspected Chinese industrial espionage highlights Europe's tricky balancing act between exploiting opportunities in China and guarding against the theft of technology back home.
Critics say Singapore's bill against fake news could lead to government abuse
If the legislation is passed, social media platforms may be ordered by government to disable accounts spreading fake news.
Apple opens up to outside repairs but maintains grip on parts
Apple slightly loosens its grip on who mends your devices. Read more: https://zd.net/2IhP4vg
Microsoft includes Azure-powered IoT devices in patent protection program
Microsoft is extending its Azure IP Advantage patent-protection program into the IoT space to help its customers fight patent trolls.
Europe's new internet copyright rules target YouTube, Facebook and Google News
Europe wants copyright to work the same was online as offline. That could have a big impact on how news and other content is shared.
Apple vs. Spotify: Who owns the app users?
Apple's just a 'monopolist': Spotify hits back over revenue split.
Spain: No country for ride-hailing services
While Barcelona's MWC hyped the latest in transportation tech, scenes on its streets told a different story. Read more: https://zd.net/2Csyjdm
i-voting? Estonia can teach the world a few lessons
In this month's Estonian parliamentary elections, a whopping 44 percent of the ballot was cast using e-voting. Read more: https://zd.net/2HrnUlf
Facebook Messenger gets unsend option (you have 10 minutes)
Facebook rolls out the unsend feature it promised last April.
YouTube ripping sites the new piracy site-block target
Thanks to the expansion of piracy site-block laws to websites that have the primary effect of facilitating copyright infringement, a series of music copyright holders have sought the block of sites that allegedly allow users to download YouTube videos and strip them down to audio files.
Jobs, R&D, and data: No-deal Brexit rattles UK tech industry
Impact of no-deal Brexit is already being felt on recruitment and investment. And uncharted waters lay ahead. Read more: https://zd.net/2Gc3YDm
Facebook and Google employees get to use Apple iOS apps again
Google and Facebook have regained enterprise certificates to run internal iOS apps with employees.
Struggling with new privacy laws? Microsoft 365 rolls out tools to help
Microsoft wants to make it easier for organizations to deal with new privacy regulations like EU's GDPR.
Cobots are here to stay and in 2019 the sector must focus on safety
After explosive growth in the industry, some fear not enough attention has been paid to safety. This is the year that could change.
Russia opens case against Facebook and Twitter over data-localization law
Facebook and Twitter are in breach of laws requiring personal data to be kept on Russian soil, say the authorities.
