Technology & Communications

Of late, tech companies have been quite interested in healthcare companies. Why are tech companies buying healthcare companies?

Google shut down its data centers in Iowa on Aug. 8, which is the second time in the last few weeks that the company has shut down its facilities.

Groupon laid off about 15 percent of its workforce is the latest round of job cuts as it attempts another reorganization. What do Groupon layoffs mean for the company?

Roomba was one of the first companies with robotic vacuums on the market. Now, Amazon owns the company after purchasing its parent company iRobot.

Online dating companies Match and Bumble compete for market share in a promising sector. How does their stock measure up?

Taiwan is a powerhouse in the semiconductor industry, and it has the biggest chip firm in the world. Could that be why it's so important to China

What are the signs that a company will be doing layoffs? Those signs may be good to know as some wonder if Google will do layoffs next.

The SkyQuad drone has created a lot of buzz with many positive and negative reviews on the internet. Is the SkyQuad drone a scam or legitimate?

We all pay for internet, whether it's for WiFi at home or data on our mobile devices. How do internet speeds work, exactly?

Snap's board approved a 2-for-1 stock split on one condition — share prices have to reach $40 within the next 10 years. The condition seems reasonable.

Twitter’s balance sheet looks weak amid the Elon Musk drama and digital ads slowdown. Is the social media company going out of business?

If you like kicking back with a Caramel Macchiato while listening to your favorite Spotify playlist, here’s how Spotify users can get a free Starbucks drink.

Ever wonder which TikTok creators make the most money? Here's a list of the top earners, which includes some very A-list celebs and a few surprises.

The French photo app BeReal is the No. 1 free app downloaded from Apple’s App Store. That kind of traction is surely welcome news for BeReal app founder Alexis Barreyat.

SIM cards are starting to become outdated as companies have developed eSIMs, which make transferring data between phones much easier.

TikTok is reportedly laying off employees as part of a company-wide restructuring plan. Some are being warned their positions may be eliminated.

Users are complaining on social media that the Google Timer, with its stopwatch and timer, isn't available. It isn't clear whether it's a temporary glitch or permanent.

Netflix has disclosed that its subscriber count dropped by 200,000 in the first quarter of 2022. Why is Netflix losing subscribers?

Beyond trying to find out why there's a semiconductor chip shortage, investors want to know the best stocks to buy amid the crisis.

The Nothing Phone has been hyped around parts of the U.K. and in other parts of Europe. What features does the phone have? Is all of the hype legit?

After unveiling its paid premium subscription, Snapchat is readying for a new release: an NFT feature.

Twitter is experiencing a shake-up. Elon Musk wants to terminate his bid, and board members don't want to let him. Who owns the company now, amid the drama?

Like many tech giants, Snap had humble beginnings. Here's a full timeline of Snapchat's 11-year history, including a big lawsuit with cofounder Reggie Brown.

Twitter has sued the Indian government over social media restrictions. Here’s what the lawsuit says and whether Twitter will prevail.

Snapchat recently launched Snapchat Plus, a paid subscription version of its original app. Is Snapchat Plus worth paying for? Here's what we know.

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr is requesting that Apple and Google remove the app from their app stores. Where are the app's servers located?

Although FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has asked Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores, there's no reason to suspect that they will do so on July 8.

Google is ready to settle an antitrust lawsuit that developers filed over its Google Play app store. Here are legal logistics and what it all means.

A leaked memo suggests Meta is “coping with macroeconomic pressures and data privacy hits." Could this mean Meta will begin laying off employees?

Pinterest CEO Ben Silbermann is stepping down from his post, and a former Google executive is replacing him. What is Silbermann’s net worth?

Micron Technology stock may have a dimmer future than previously anticipated, according to analysts. Here’s the outlook for MU stock moving forward.

If you’re one of those people who love to sing along with your favorite songs, you’ll love Spotify’s new karaoke feature. Here’s how to use the Spotify karaoke feature.

Facebook and Instagram users have started using the platforms to help women gain access to abortion pills through the mail. Here's how Meta is responding.

The gaming industry has taken a hard hit in sales due to various supply shortages, even for Microsoft. Why is there an Xbox controller shortage?

Amazon Prime Day is scheduled for July 12 and13, although the company is already offering deals on various electronics.

Cashing out on DraftKings can help you break even or take home some profit from a bet you made on the platform. What does "cash out suspended" mean?

When are Uber shared rides returning? The company has launched UberXShare in select cities, and plans to include more as the summer progresses.

Internet Explorer, the original web browser launched by Microsoft in 1995, ends its gradual phase-out today. The company is pushing Microsoft Edge as its browser.

Now that tensions between Beijing and Washington are abating, investors are eager to find the best Chinese tech stocks to buy.

Netflix's business is struggling as the streaming industry grows more competitive. Could Netflix buy Roku to help its business?