Google will pause ads referencing election after polls close on Nov. 3
Google said it will pause elections-related ads on Nov. 3 when polls close "given the likelihood of delayed election results this year."
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The new Apple Watch Series 6 is the best all-around smartwatch, but don't buy it just for the blood oxygen sensor
Should you buy it? It depends who you are. If you've never owned an Apple Watch and want the best Apple Watch, then get the Series 6. You won't be disappointed.
Trian's investment in Comcast highlights stock underperformance but is unlikely to trigger major changes
Trian's investment in Comcast probably won't result in a spinoff of businesses, but shareholders may want a way to take advantage of the company's broadband performance.
Apple reverses decision to charge businesses fees for events, but Facebook still isn't happy
Facebook said Apple temporarily reversed its decision to take a 30% cut of sales from small businesses hosting paid events through Facebook.
Here’s where things stand with the messy TikTok deal
TikTok's deal with Oracle and Walmart is mired in confusion as the app's parent company ByteDance and the bidders put out conflicting statements. Here are the latest developments.
Cloud gaming battle heats up as Amazon enters the ring to take on Microsoft and Google
As Microsoft battles it out with Sony in this year's edition of the console wars, it's now got another rival to worry about.
EU appeals against Apple ruling in $15 billion tax battle
The battle between the EU and Apple on taxation is not over yet.
Amazon announces new Fire TV devices and a brand-new home screen that makes it easier to find stuff to watch
The new Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick Lite will be the first of Amazon's streaming gadgets to offer a totally redesigned home screen experience, which includes support for user profiles and more.
British tech workers are moving to warmer countries as winter approaches
Tech workers across the U.K. are escaping to work remotely in warmer countries in Europe, Asia, and Africa as the British winter sets in.
Amazon's newest Ring device is a flying security camera drone
The $250 autonomous security camera will be available next year.
Facebook adds more guidelines for internal employee speech, banning political images in profile pics
Facebook on Thursday outlined its new set of rules for employee communications within Workplace, the company's internal social network.
Nikola shares fall to new low on Wedbush downgrade, analyst says stock too risky to own
Nikola shares tumbled Thursday to a record low since the company's public debut in early June after Wedbush downgraded the electric truck maker's stock to underperform from neutral.
Google will help employees pay off student loans amid 'debt crisis'
Google on Thursday announced a new perk for employees: contributing up to $2,500 toward paying off student loans.
Amazon announces all-new Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Dot with Clock
The new Echo speakers feature a new orb-like design.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff praises former boss Larry Ellison for TikTok deal: He's the 'master of relevance'
Benioff and Ellison have a longtime relationship, as Benioff worked at under Ellison at Oracle for 13 years before starting Salesforce.
Spotify CEO to invest over $1 billion of his own wealth for 'moonshot' bets in Europe
According to Forbes, Ek is worth $3.6 billion, indicating he’s earmarking roughly a third of his own wealth for the investments.
DOJ unveils Trump administration's legislation to reform tech's legal liability shield
The proposed legislation comes after Trump introduced an executive order targeting Section 230.
Former Cambridge Analytica boss banned from running companies
Former Cambridge Analytica CEO Alexander Nix has been banned from running, or serving as a director of, a limited company in the U.K. until 2027.
WeWork sells majority stake in its China business for $200 million as cost cutting continues
WeWork has sold a majority stake in its China business to existing shareholder Trustbridge Partners for $200 million.
YouTube expands fact-checking feature for video searches to Europe
YouTube will display information and links from third-party publishers on queries related to issues like elections and the coronavirus pandemic.
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