apple Apple Unveils M1 Chip, Ushering in New Era for Mac Computers Apple introduces the M1, its first custom-designed silicon chip for Mac computers, promising massive leaps in speed and battery life. The new chip immediately powers updated MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini models.
twitter Twitter and Facebook Flag Trump's Misleading Election Claims Major social media platforms slap warning labels on the president's baseless posts about election theft. The companies restrict engagement on the disputed content while vote counting continues in key states.
sec SEC Approves NYSE Rule Change to Allow Capital Raising in Direct Listings The SEC gives the green light to a new NYSE rule that lets companies raise capital through primary direct floor listings without using traditional underwriters. However, the effectiveness of this rule remains temporarily stayed due to an impending legal challenge.
tiktok Trump Gives Conceptual Approval to Oracle-Walmart TikTok Partnership President Trump approves a new partnership in concept that involves Oracle and Walmart taking a combined stake in TikTok. The proposed deal aims to resolve U.S. national security concerns by moving all American user data to separate domestic clouds.
apple Apple Unveils New Apple Watch and iPad at September Hardware Event Apple holds its annual September hardware event, introducing the Apple Watch Series 6 and new iPad models while delaying the iPhone launch. The company also confirms the official release date for its highly anticipated iOS 14 software update.
nasa NASA and SpaceX Delay Historic Astronaut Launch Due to Stormy Weather NASA and SpaceX scrub their historic Demo-2 mission just minutes before liftoff due to severe weather conditions in Florida. The team now prepares for a second launch attempt on Saturday.
gig economy Gig Workers Face Public Health Crisis Due to Lack of Employee Benefits Rideshare drivers say their classification as independent contractors during the coronavirus pandemic creates a public health disaster. Without paid sick leave or health benefits, these essential workers face impossible choices between their health and their livelihoods.
nike Nike and Apple Shut All US Stores to Slow Coronavirus Spread Major retailers Nike and Apple close their U.S. storefronts until late March to promote social distancing, while other chains like Walmart reduce operating hours.
remote work Essential Tech Upgrades for a Smooth Remote Work Setup As more businesses mandate remote work during the coronavirus pandemic, upgrading home technology makes the transition much easier. Key improvements include updating Wi-Fi routers to handle increased network traffic.
5g US Officials Alarmed as 5G Conspiracy Theories Spark UK Cell Tower Arson U.S. intelligence officials conclude that recent arson attacks on British cell towers stem from debunked online conspiracy theories linking 5G technology to the coronavirus pandemic. Authorities on both sides of the Atlantic fear these dangerous falsehoods could inspire similar violence elsewhere.
stock market Dow Suffers Worst Week Since 2008 Financial Crash Amid Coronavirus Fears US stock markets plummet as uncertainty over the spreading coronavirus drives massive sell-offs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average experiences its worst weekly drop since the 2008 financial crisis.
ivanka trump Ivanka Trump Delivers Buzzword-Filled CES Keynote With Few New Details Ivanka Trump takes the CES 2020 stage to promote the administration's job-training initiatives and discuss immigration, but offers little new insight to the tech industry.
tesla Tesla Cybertruck Surpasses 200,000 Preorders Despite Polarizing Design Elon Musk reveals that Tesla's uniquely angular Cybertruck reaches 200,000 preorders just days after its unveiling. The all-electric pickup truck requires only a $100 fully refundable deposit and starts at $39,900.
new zealand Tech Giants Struggle to Quickly Remove Viral New Zealand Shooting Video Major social media platforms face intense scrutiny after graphic footage of the New Zealand mosque shootings remains online for hours. The incident highlights the massive challenge tech companies face when trying to stop viral content from spreading across the internet.
facebook Facebook CEO Zuckerberg Surprisingly Urges Increased Government Regulation Mark Zuckerberg publishes a Washington Post op-ed calling for more government oversight of the internet, focusing on four key areas.