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FCC launches a formal inquiry into why broadband data caps are terrible
The Federal Communications Commission is once more looking into broadband data caps and wants to hear about how they impact consumers.
Anna Washenko10.16.2024
Google Shopping gets even more AI-powered features
Google Shopping will have more AI powered functions than before in the US, starting today.
Jeremy Gan10.15.2024
Google strikes a deal with a nuclear startup to power its AI data centers
Google is turning to nuclear energy to help power its AI. On Monday, the company said it will partner with the startup Kairos Power to build seven small nuclear reactors in the US.
Will Shanklin10.15.2024
Amazon will reportedly merge its pharmacy operations and some grocery-delivery services
Amazon is working to merge its online pharmacy and grocery services after years of buying various companies.
Jeremy Gan10.15.2024
NLRB accuses Apple of illegally restricting employee Slack and social media use
In a complaint filed Thursday, the National Labor Relations Board accused Apple of infringing on its employees’ rights to advocate for better working conditions.
Igor Bonifacic10.12.2024
Engadget Podcast: Hunting data center vampires with Paris Marx
We chat about how data centers suck up vast amounts of power, water and other resources, and why the AI boom is exacerbating those issues.
Devindra Hardawar10.11.2024
Google tests feature to show full recipes in search results
Google's Quick View feature shows full recipes in search results in limited early testing.
Anna Washenko10.11.2024
Amazon to bring same-day prescription deliveries to nearly half of the US next year
Amazon just announced it’s bringing its same-day prescription service to 20 more cities next year. This will include nearly half of the US population.
Lawrence Bonk10.10.2024
Amazon will start offering regular and grocery items in a single same-day order
Amazon is rolling out new online ordering methods for Prime members, including the ability to bundle standard orders and groceries in one same-day shipment. The company is also fitting more Amazon Fresh fulfillment centers with Amazon.com orders and trialing a Whole Foods store where robots pack your household items while you shop for groceries.
Will Shanklin10.10.2024
Zoom's latest feature update focuses heavily on its AI assistant
Zoom is introducing many AI-powered features for Zoom Workplace. There are also new upcoming features aimed at specific industries using Zoom.
Jeremy Gan10.10.2024
The Justice Department could force Google to break itself up
The US Department of Justice is considering having Google break off parts of its business and share search results with competitors after a federal judge found that it abused its monopoly over the search industry.
Mariella Moon10.09.2024
More than a dozen states sue TikTok, alleging that it’s designed to addict kids
More than a dozen states sue TikTok, alleging that it’s designed to addict kids. The suit says the company violated the law by “falsely claiming its platform is safe for young people.”
Lawrence Bonk10.09.2024
Google ordered to open up the Play Store in Epic Games antitrust ruling
Google has to open up the Play Store. On Monday, US District Judge James Donato issued a permanent injunction forcing the company to open its storefront to competitors for three years and make Android apps available in alternate stores.
Will Shanklin10.08.2024
Apple will reportedly debut its in-house 5G modem with the iPhone SE 4
According to 9to5Mac, the iPhone SE 4 will be the first iPhone to use Apple's in-house 5G modem.
Mariella Moon10.04.2024
Texas is suing TikTok for allegedly violating its new child privacy law
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against TikTok claiming the company violated a new child privacy law in the state.
Karissa Bell10.04.2024
WordPress founder sued for alleged libel and attempted extortion
WordPress founder sued by WP Engine for alleged libel and attempted extortion. This follows a public spat over the trademark.
Lawrence Bonk10.03.2024
More ads are coming to Amazon Prime Video
More ads are coming to Amazon Prime Video. This is great news for company executives and not-so-great news for everybody else, as ads are annoying.
Lawrence Bonk10.03.2024
Serve Robotics and Wing will partner for drone delivery pilot in Dallas
Wing and Serve Robotics will test a new drone delivery system in Dallas.
Danny Gallagher10.03.2024
US labor board accuses Apple of violating employees’ rights
Apple has been accused by a US labor board of violating its employees' rights.
Jeremy Gan10.02.2024
The unsealed New Mexico Snapchat lawsuit alleges the company ignored child safety
The unredacted New Mexico Snapchat lawsuit shows how the company willingly tolerates sexual predators who target children.
Jeremy Gan10.01.2024