Customers Rage as Smart Home Company Insteon Shuts Down Services Abruptly
What happened to Insteon? The smart home technology company shut down its services abruptly on April 15, angering customers.
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What to Expect from the iPhone 14 Amid Leaks and Rumors
The iPhone 14 is rumored to release sometime in September 2022 with many new upgraded features including satellite connectivity. Here's what you can expect.
Apple Retail Workers Fight for a Union — Demands, Explained
Apple retail workers in New York City are signing on for a union. What are the Apple union demands? Why are workers seeking unionization?
The Internet of Things Likely Helps You in Ways You Don’t Realize
The Internet of Things (IoT), a network of everyday objects, offers many potential benefits to businesses and households.
Twitter Board Votes to Kill Elon Musk's Offer With a Poison Pill — What That Means
In response to an offer from Elon Musk to buy Twitter's stock out well over market value, Twitter's board voted to adopt a poison pill strategy. We explain what that means.
Elon Musk's Twitter Plans: Private Company, Subscriptions, and Free Speech
As Elon Musk pushes forward with his hostile takeover of Twitter, here is what happens to the microblogging site if Musk buys it. Will the board accept his offer?
Should Investors Buy Twitter (TWTR) Stock Amid Elon Musk Drama?
Twitter has been very volatile over the last two weeks. Elon Musk disclosed a major stake and later offered to acquire the company. Should you buy TWTR stock?
Pegatron's Factory Shutdown Could Lead to a Massive iPhone Shortage
Pegatron is one of Apple's biggest manufacturers for iPhones. With the Taiwanese company suspending operations, how does that affect Apple?
What Happened to TRUTH Social and Is It Still Working?
An account under the Fox News name that appeared recently on the new TRUTH Social platform wasn't authorized. What happened to TRUTH Social?
Meta Lets Some Horizon Worlds Creators Sell Virtual Assets — Fees Spark Outrage
Meta intends on taking a 47.5 percent cut from creators who complete the sale of a digital asset on its Horizon Worlds platforms. Here's a breakdown of the cost.
How to Block Spam Group Texts on an Android Phone
If you've seen a recent influx of spam group texts, here's how to block them on an Android phone, and some more tips for dealing with these unwanted messages.
Shopify's Proposed 10-for-1 Stock Split Has One Major Stipulation
Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify plans to split its stock for the first time since going public in May 2015. The company is based in Ottawa, Ontario.
What You Should Know If You’re Waiting for Axiom Space to IPO
Investors are eagerly waiting for Axiom Space to IPO as forecasts suggest the space economy could be worth $1 trillion.
What to Expect From Apple at Its Annual WWDC — Rumors Addressed
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is scheduled to begin on June 6, 2022, and will run through June 10. New hardware and software could be unveiled.
Twitter Users Have Begged for an 'Edit' Function for Years — And They May Soon Get Their Wish
Many social media users wonder why Twitter doesn't have an edit button, unlike virtually all other platforms. Developers could do it, but there are other complicating factors.
What Intel’s New Crypto Mining Chip Can Do for Blockchain Technology
Intel just launched its new Bitcoin (BTC) mining chip, a small element that could make a huge difference in the state of blockchain technology.
Uber Drivers' Pay Per Ride Fluctuates — Pay Structure, Explained
Many people are looking for a side hustle and driving for Uber might seem like a good idea but how much do Uber drivers make per ride?
The Best Demo Trading Accounts to Help Investors Master Key Skills
Demo trading accounts are very useful for practicing your trading skills. What are the best demo trading accounts for investors?
ScholarshipOwl Is Legit but Has Its Limitations
With many students applying for scholarships to support their higher studies, scams are proliferating. Is ScholarshipOwl legit?
eToro vs. Robinhood: How To Pick the Right Trading App
eToro and Robinhood have become among the most popular trading apps. Which is the best for trading stocks and cryptocurrency?
Verizon Customers Are Receiving Spam Text Messages From Their Own Number
Verizon customers are complaining that they're receiving spam text messages from their own number. How is that possible?
Uber and Curb Are Now Strategic Partners — Will an Acquisition Follow?
Uber and Curb are still separate entities, though they will now be working together — what does that mean? An explanation of their partnership.
Apple Might Release Its Own Vehicle — Will It Be With Porsche?
Apple and Porsche are in talks because both companies are interested in the electric vehicle space. Are they considering creating an electric vehicle together?
Was Pete Davidson Paying for His Blue Origin Ticket to Suborbital Space?
Comedian and actor Pete Davidson was supposed to go into space, courtesy of Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin, as an honorary guest. How much does a ticket usually cost?
Was Anonymous's Cyberattack Against Russia a Success? It Appears So
Anonymous alleges its cyberattack against Russia has been a successful one thus far. Here's the websites the group's hack compromised.
Lyft and Uber Impose Temporary Surcharges to Account for Gas Prices
Lyft and Uber drivers were losing money due to high gas prices — until the gig-worker-dependent companies added a new surcharge to compensate.
Who Owns Uber and Lyft, the Top Rideshare Providers in the U.S.?
Uber and Lyft hold a tight grip on the U.S. market. Who owns the rideshare providers?
Is Brave Chinese Owned? More on the Privacy-Focused Browser
Brave has become a massively popular browser, especially among privacy-focused internet users. Who owns Brave? Is it Chinese owned?
Brian Acton Turned Against Facebook After Selling WhatsApp to the Company
Why did WhatsApp sell to Facebook? Co-founder Brian Acton told Stanford students why he sold the messaging app to a company he later turned against.
How Does Instacart’s Store Navigation Tool Work?
Knowing how to use Instacart's in-store navigation feature correctly helps you shop faster and earn more.
How To Pay With PayPal on Amazon
Amazon doesn’t directly accept PayPal, but there are several ways you can use your PayPal balance to pay for purchases on Amazon.
Will Apple Stock Split in 2022? Seems Unlikely Right Now
Apple stock has gone up a lot in the past 10 years, which sometimes can prompt stock splits to bring down the price per share. However, Apple hasn't announced a stock split for 2022.
Credit Cards: Who Invented Them and When
The credit card has a long and interesting history. Here's the story of who invented the payment method.
Intel's Mobileye Self-Driving Unit Plans to Go Public
Self-driving system manufacturer Mobileye plans to go public after a recent filing. Why did Intel purchase Mobileye in the first place?
Austin Geidt Went From Intern to Uber's Head of Strategy Before Quitting in 2020 — Where Is She Now?
Austin Geidt went from Uber's first intern to the ride-sharing app's head of strategy before leaving the company in 2020. So, where is she now?
Apple Will Unveil Four New Devices in 2022 — Are the Rumors True?
Many people love Apple products and anxiously wait for new releases. There have been rumors that Apple will be dropping four new devices soon. Are the rumors true?
Uber's Greyball Program Was Real — How the App Identified and Sabotaged Law Enforcement
Uber hasn't been a stranger to scandal over the years, but few remember Greyball. Here we explain how Greyball worked to thwart investigations by regulators and law enforcement.
Apple Co-Founder Ronald Wayne's Doesn't Regret Bailing, Despite Losing Out on Billions
Despite being one of the founders of tech giant Apple, Ronald Wayne bailed out early, which explains his modest net worth compared to the late Steve Jobs and fellow founder Steve Wozniak.
How Does Augmented Reality Fit in the Metaverse?
Some people are confused about how augmented reality and the metaverse work. Are the concepts one and the same?
Is Nokia Stock a Good Investment Now?
Nokia’s new management is focusing on 5G and resuming dividends and buybacks. What's NOK stock's forecast?
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's Children Inspire Him to Give Back
Microsoft lead Satya Nadella is much more than just a chief executive. He’s also a dad of three kids, one of whom recently passed.
Elon Musk Says SpaceX Starlink IPO Is a While Off, But Still Very Much a Goal
Elon Musk stated that Starlink's IPO will be coming in a few years and retail investors be prioritized.
Elon Musk Provides Starlink Services to War-Torn Ukraine, Earns Praise
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis, Ukraine’s vice PM asked Elon Musk for help and he obliged. What did Elon Musk do for Ukraine?
The Best EV Supplier Stocks for Investors Right Now
Electric vehicle parts suppliers will likely benefit from EVs becoming more affordable and climate concerns.
Snap Partners With Ticketmaster to Launch Concert Discovery Features
Snap Inc. has partnered with Ticketmaster to allow Snapchat users to discover nearby events and share experiences with friends on the platform.
Uber Gives Passengers a Glimpse Into How Their Ratings Are Calculated
Uber has made it possible for passengers to see how their ratings are calculated. Here’s how you can check drivers' ratings for passengers.
3G Network Is Being Phased Out in Favor of 5G — Will Your Devices Be Affected?
Cell providers are phasing out 3G completely to make room for 5G. Providers have released lists on which devices will be affected.
The World’s Top 5 Smartphone Companies Ranked
Despite a global supply chain crisis and component shortages, a handful of companies continue to dominate the global smartphone industry.
Will SoftBank’s Arm IPO Plans Dissolve? Sale to Nvidia in Question
Chinese holding company SoftBank Group is in the midst of a legal battle over one of its holdings, chip designer Arm. Will SoftBank's Arm IPO plans dissolve?
Lidar Versus Radar: Musk-Bezos Rivalry Is at Play in Autonomous Cars
There are different technologies for autonomous cars and lidar and radar are among the most popular. What's the difference between lidar and radar technology?