A recent antitrust case filed against Apple by the Department of Justice could have significant implications for the smartphone market. The federal government is accusing Apple of monopolizing the market and driving out competition, which drives up consumer prices. The lawsuit alleges that Apple has created barriers that make it difficult and expensive for competitors
Airbnb, the popular online marketplace for lodging, is taking steps to address customers’ privacy concerns by banning all security cameras in its rentals. While cameras have always been prohibited in bathrooms, the company is now expanding the ban to include common areas and outdoor showers. In a statement, Airbnb emphasized the importance of privacy for
The Federal government has launched a criminal investigation into Facebook’s parent company, Meta, for its alleged role in the illicit sale of drugs on its platforms. According to a Federal grand jury subpoena reviewed by ABC News, prosecutors are concerned that social media companies like Meta are not doing enough to prevent the sale and
Waymo Robo Taxis have officially hit the streets of Los Angeles, offering a new way to travel without needing a driver. These autonomous vehicles are now available for rides across 63 square miles, allowing passengers to travel from downtown LA to Santa Monica without awkward chit-chatting with a human driver. While some people have expressed
The House of Representatives has passed a bill that could potentially result in a nationwide ban of the popular video app TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the platform. This decision comes amidst growing concerns about the potential national security threat posed by the company’s current ownership structure. In a bipartisan vote of
TikTok has risen in popularity quickly, especially among younger users, with its short video format and viral challenges. However, concerns about privacy and data security have plagued the app since its inception. The idea that user data could potentially be accessed by the Chinese government has led to calls for action to be taken against
In his State of the City address, Mayor Eric Adams declared that New York City has taken a groundbreaking step by designating social media as an environmental toxin or a “public health hazard.” He emphasized that particular social media companies are exacerbating a mental health crisis, particularly among the youth. To address this concern, Dr. Ashwin
During a silver jubilee celebration for Vistex in Hyderabad, India, CEO Sanjay Shah and company president Raju Datla attempted a special aerial entrance in a small iron cage meant to be lowered in front of 700 employees. The cage wobbled and fell 15 feet when the chain broke, causing both men to land on the
Siggi’s, a dairy company, is offering a chance to win $10,000 to anyone who can go a whole month without their smartphone. This challenge aims to help participants start new and healthy habits heading into 2024. The company will choose ten participants based on the essays they submit when they sign up. Those selected will
According to reports, Ford is considering adding a self-repossession option for their self-driving cars. While the idea seems like it may be efficient for the company, many safety questions have been posed. If the car can be remotely controlled to drive itself back to the dealership or manufacturing facility, what safeguards are in place to
