Tech Repository: November 2022

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Foxconn: iPhone maker offers payments for finding new workers

Apple has warned shipments of the iPhone 14 would be delayed due to Covid-19 restrictions. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-6381...

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Sam Bankman-Fried: 'I didn't try to commit fraud'

Frank Weeze 7:13 PM 0 Comments

In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times, the former FTX chief says he has almost no money left. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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San Francisco to allow police 'killer robots'

Frank Weeze 2:14 PM 0 Comments

The measure permits police to deploy robots equipped with explosives in extreme circumstances. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technolog...

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UK strikes digital trade deal with Ukraine

Frank Weeze 1:17 PM 0 Comments

The agreement is expected to improve cooperation on cyber security, AI and new technologies. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-...

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EU tells Elon Musk 'huge work ahead' for Twitter

Frank Weeze 12:14 PM 0 Comments

Twitter risks a ban if it is not in compliance with EU rules on targeted adverts and disinformation. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/bus...

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Apple M2 Max leaked benchmark gets us excited for MacBook Pros in 2023

Frank Weeze 4:58 AM 0 Comments

Apple’s M2 Max chip, which will succeed the current M1 Max , has been spotted in leaked benchmarks giving us an idea of how much faster the...

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

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Can age verification stop children seeing pornography?

Frank Weeze 10:13 AM 0 Comments

As part of the Online Safety Bill, all sites that publish pornography will have to age-check their users. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Apple expands its coding education resources with a new Today at Apple session

Frank Weeze 8:10 AM 0 Comments

In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, Apple is introducing a new coding session at Apple Store locations around the world.

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Apple Music launches new Replay experience; reveals 2022’s Top Charts

Frank Weeze 7:10 AM 0 Comments

Beginning today, Apple Music subscribers can learn their top songs, artists, albums, genres, and more in a redesigned Replay experience.

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Apple announces the 2022 Apple Podcasts Award winner

Frank Weeze 6:10 AM 0 Comments

Slate’s narrative nonfiction series ‘Slow Burn’ honored for latest season covering Roe v. Wade.

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Intel Raptor Lake laptop CPU benchmark points to a multi-core monster

Frank Weeze 3:49 AM 0 Comments

One of Intel’s incoming laptop processors for Raptor Lake has been spotted in a benchmark, and it beefs up the core count compared to its...

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Monday, November 28, 2022

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Crypto firm BlockFi files for bankruptcy after FTX collapse

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

The collapse of FTX had already forced BlockFi to suspend most activity on its platform. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-637862...

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Government denies weakening Online Safety Bill

Frank Weeze 3:13 PM 0 Comments

New law will not require removal of "legal but harmful" content, which critics said risked free speech. source https://www.bbc.c...

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Facebook: Meta fined €265m by Irish Data Protection Commission

Frank Weeze 1:13 PM 0 Comments

Phone numbers and email addresses of up to 533m users appeared on an online hacking forum. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-...

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Meta fined €265m by Irish data watchdog over breach

Frank Weeze 11:13 AM 0 Comments

The Irish Data Protection Commission says its inquiry has found Meta breached GDPR rules. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-637...

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Reach new depths with the Oceanic+ app and Apple Watch Ultra

Frank Weeze 6:10 AM 0 Comments

Today, the Oceanic+ app comes to Apple Watch Ultra, turning Apple’s most rugged watch into a fully capable, easy-to-use dive computer.

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The birth pangs of the Grand Theft Auto franchise

Frank Weeze 3:13 AM 0 Comments

On its 25th anniversary, an early GTA producer reveals the trials faced by its original developers. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-s...

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Saturday, November 26, 2022

mobile-computing

One of our favorite productivity laptops is heavily discounted this Black Friday

Frank Weeze 7:49 AM 0 Comments

We love the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon series, and the latest Gen 10 model is no exception. It's a timeless design that Lenovo has subtl...

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Friday, November 25, 2022

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Twitter: Romance, business and campaigns born on the platform

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

Three women share their stories of how being on Twitter has changed their lives for the better. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technolo...

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Black Friday Laptop Deals Under $299

Frank Weeze 5:49 AM 0 Comments

Black Friday is finally here! The massive savings event is upon us and we're here to sift through the clutter and help you snag your ne...

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

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Elon Musk says Twitter will offer 'amnesty' to suspended accounts

Frank Weeze 8:13 PM 0 Comments

Several accounts - including Donald Trump's - have already been reinstated by the multi-billionaire. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news...

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Why Donald Trump isn't returning to Twitter (for now)

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

How the former US president might lose money if he starts tweeting. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63725948?at_medium=RSS...

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Mercedes-Benz to introduce acceleration subscription fee

Frank Weeze 9:13 AM 0 Comments

Owners of some Mercedes electric cars in the US can soon pay a $1,200 annual fee to speed up faster. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

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Foxconn: iPhone maker apologises after huge protests at China plant

Frank Weeze 10:14 PM 0 Comments

It comes after protests broke out at the world's largest iPhone factory over pay and work conditions. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Meta claims US military link to online propaganda campaign

Frank Weeze 11:13 AM 0 Comments

The campaign impersonated media outlets and activists but had "little or no engagement", Meta says. source https://www.bbc.co.uk...

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7 reasons why Amazon Kindle Paperwhite may be the sleeper hit of Black Friday

Frank Weeze 9:49 AM 0 Comments

If you're struggling to find the perfect, yet affordable (think sub $100 / £ 100 ) gift for family, friends, and children, let me point...

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China claims youth gaming addiction resolved

Frank Weeze 9:14 AM 0 Comments

Children's access to video games has been strictly rationed in China because of addiction concerns, source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

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China Covid: Angry protests at giant iPhone factory in Zhengzhou

Frank Weeze 10:14 PM 0 Comments

Videos show workers marching, with some being confronted by people in hazmat suits and riot police. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/worl...

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'I wouldn't leave South Africa, I have a kid here'

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

South African software developers discuss what it means to them to do business in the country. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-...

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FTX: Court says Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX as a 'personal fiefdom'

Frank Weeze 1:13 PM 0 Comments

FTX's collapse was described in court as "one of most abrupt and difficult" in corporate America. source https://www.bbc.co....

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Apple and Google face gaming and mobile browser probe

Frank Weeze 10:13 AM 0 Comments

The UK competition watchdog launches a market investigation into cloud gaming and mobile browsers. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Monday, November 21, 2022

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US tech layoffs: India workers face painful exit from the US

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

Indians are among thousands of educated and skilled immigrant workers laid off by US tech giants. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-...

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Twitter charity partners condemn Musk's 'dangerous' changes

Frank Weeze 3:13 PM 0 Comments

Two of Twitter's most important civil rights partners criticise reinstatement of Trump and West accounts source https://www.bbc.co.uk/...

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Are flying taxis getting closer to lift-off?

Frank Weeze 2:14 PM 0 Comments

US air regulators said they would add flying taxis to the list of regulated aircraft. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63709754?...

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Twitter boss Elon Musk keeps conspiracy theorist Alex Jones off platform

Frank Weeze 4:14 AM 0 Comments

Chief executive Elon Musk said he "had no mercy" for anyone using children's deaths for political gain. source https://www.b...

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Sunday, November 20, 2022

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Musk lifts Donald Trump's Twitter ban

Frank Weeze 4:13 PM 0 Comments

The former US president's account is reinstated - but he says he sees no reason to return. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-...

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FTX crypto exchange owes biggest creditors $3.1bn

Frank Weeze 1:13 PM 0 Comments

FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-6...

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Friday, November 18, 2022

The new Apple Pacific Centre opens in Vancouver

Frank Weeze 4:10 PM 0 Comments

Today the new Apple Pacific Centre opens on the vibrant intersection of West Georgia and Howe streets in the heart of Vancouver, British Col...

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Is this really the end of Twitter?

Frank Weeze 5:13 AM 0 Comments

The BBC's technology editor looks at claims that Twitter may be heading for calamity. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-636...

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

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Elon Musk: Twitter closes offices until next week

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

It comes amid reports that large numbers of staff have resigned from the social media platform. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business...

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New FTX boss condemns crypto exchange's failure

Frank Weeze 11:13 AM 0 Comments

John Ray says there was a "complete absence of trustworthy financial information" at the company. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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China urges military veterans to work at iPhone factory

Frank Weeze 7:14 AM 0 Comments

The country wants retired military personnel to help boost production at the plant in Zhengzhou. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...

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Lab-grown chicken safe to eat, say US regulators

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

It is the first time a meat product grown in a lab has been cleared for human consumption in the US. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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World of Warcraft to go offline in China

Frank Weeze 5:13 AM 0 Comments

A number of Activision Blizzard titles will disappear, following the end of an arrangement with publisher NetEase. source https://www.bbc....

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

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Astronomer in Twitter limbo over 'intimate' meteor

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

An animated video of a meteor shower shared by Mary McIntyre was banned by Twitter's automated tools. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Elon Musk tells Twitter staff to work long hours or leave

Frank Weeze 10:13 AM 0 Comments

Elon Musk says workers at the social media firm must be "hardcore" if they want to stay, reports say. source https://www.bbc.co....

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Apple and Major League Soccer announce MLS Season Pass launches February 1, 2023

Frank Weeze 9:10 AM 0 Comments

MLS Season Pass will launch February 1, 2023, introducing an unprecedented subscription service to fans in over 100 countries and regions.

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

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Amazon staff laid off as tech giants cut costs, according to LinkedIn posts

Frank Weeze 11:13 PM 0 Comments

This week it was reported that the firm is planning to cut 10,000 jobs, around 3% of its office staff. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/b...

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People still booking Ubers in UK despite downturn

Frank Weeze 7:13 PM 0 Comments

The boss of Uber UK says just as many people are using the app, despite the cost-of-living crisis. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Byjus, Meta, Twitter: India tech workers fight back amid mass layoffs

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

Many young Indians who've lost their jobs are looking for ways to air their frustration and build support. source https://www.bbc.co.u...

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Intel Raptor Lake mobile CPUs leaked – could these be the future of laptops?

Frank Weeze 11:49 AM 0 Comments

Intel’s upcoming Raptor Lake laptop CPUs have been leaked, and the line-up looks pretty enticing, indeed. This comes from regular hardwar...

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Suffolk Police apology over sex abuse victims' data on website

Frank Weeze 9:13 AM 0 Comments

A police investigation is launched after the personal details of sexual abuse victims appear online. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-...

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Google to pay record $391m privacy settlement

Frank Weeze 7:14 AM 0 Comments

The technology company tracked users' locations despite them opting out, a US investigation found. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/t...

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Emergency SOS via satellite available today on iPhone 14 lineup

Frank Weeze 5:10 AM 0 Comments

Apple’s groundbreaking safety service Emergency SOS via satellite becomes available to customers in the US and Canada starting today.

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Monday, November 14, 2022

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Amazon 'prepares mass job cuts' as sales slow - reports

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

The reductions could affect about 10,000 people at the e-commerce giant, reports suggested. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-636...

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Biggest crypto exchange Binance urges new industry rules

Frank Weeze 8:14 AM 0 Comments

The boss of Binance tells the G20 the collapse of a rival exchange shows crypto needs regulations. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Apple News presents After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe podcast

Frank Weeze 7:10 AM 0 Comments

After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe, a new limited series podcast from Apple News launching November 17, follows the World ...

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Sunday, November 13, 2022

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The fall of the FTX ‘King of Crypto’ Sam Bankman-Fried

Frank Weeze 4:14 AM 0 Comments

How a crypto empire built on video game battles and beanbags came crashing down. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63612489?at_...

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Friday, November 11, 2022

mobile-computing

New iPad 2023: what we want to see

Frank Weeze 9:49 PM 0 Comments

The iPad 10.9 (2022) is one of the best tablets you can buy, whether you’re looking specifically at iPads or open to any option on the ma...

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