FTC issuing nearly $1,000 in average refunds to victims of tech support scam
Victims of the scheme were tricked into buying “expensive and unnecessary tech support services,” the FTC said. The scammers often claimed to be affiliated with Microsoft, Apple, and other tech companies.
Victims of the scheme were tricked into buying “expensive and unnecessary tech support services,” the FTC said. The scammers often claimed to be affiliated with Microsoft, Apple, and other tech companies.
Robotic legs allowing children to take first steps
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
'Thanks for the great ride!' CEO, co-founder of Cruise steps down from position
Cruise's co-founder Kyle Vogt resigned as chief executive officer, according to a series of tweets made Sunday evening.
Cruise's co-founder Kyle Vogt resigned as chief executive officer, according to a series of tweets made Sunday evening.
Microsoft hires OpenAI founder Sam Altman after being ousted
Meanwhile, the new head of ChatGPT maker OpenAI said Monday that he would launch an investigation into the firing of Sam Altman -- a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world.
Meanwhile, the new head of ChatGPT maker OpenAI said Monday that he would launch an investigation into the firing of Sam Altman -- a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world.
More TikTok users turn to app for their news, Pew research says
The survey found that in the past three years, the amount of Americans who say they get their news from TikTok has more than quadrupled.
The survey found that in the past three years, the amount of Americans who say they get their news from TikTok has more than quadrupled.
YouTube testing new AI feature that emulates voices of popular singers
The new tool lets users create a track by humming a song.
The new tool lets users create a track by humming a song.
Apple agrees to improve texting between iPhones and Androids
But are the green bubbles going away? Here's what to know about Apple's decision to adopt the RCS messaging standard that will bring a wider range of iMessage-style features to chats between iPhone and Android users.
But are the green bubbles going away? Here's what to know about Apple's decision to adopt the RCS messaging standard that will bring a wider range of iMessage-style features to chats between iPhone and Android users.
New app gives Orlando residents deep discounts for restaurant dishes
It's no secret that food prices haven't been cheap, lately. A new app in Central Florida aims to help.
It's no secret that food prices haven't been cheap, lately. A new app in Central Florida aims to help.
Soccer ball unveiled for Euro 2024 promises more accurate offside decisions
A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup.
A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup.
Venmo Groups will now help split expenses: ‘One of our most requested features’
Venmo has the answer for the headache of splitting up the bill, whether you’re traveling in a group or all out to dinner.
Venmo has the answer for the headache of splitting up the bill, whether you’re traveling in a group or all out to dinner.
Airlines warn passengers of fake social media account scams
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
What will it cost you now to cut the cord and only stream content?
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
Man crushed to death by industrial robot that confused him for a box: police
The victim, a worker in his 40s, was inspecting the robot's sensor at a vegetable-packaging plant this week when the incident took place.
The victim, a worker in his 40s, was inspecting the robot's sensor at a vegetable-packaging plant this week when the incident took place.
More tech job layoffs announced at Google, Amazon, and Snap
Neither Google nor Amazon disclosed how many jobs were being cut this time.
Neither Google nor Amazon disclosed how many jobs were being cut this time.
Disney to start testing a combined Disney+ and Hulu app in December
Here’s when you can expect to see a combined Disney+ and Hulu app, according to Disney CEO Bob Iger.
Here’s when you can expect to see a combined Disney+ and Hulu app, according to Disney CEO Bob Iger.
Couple's viral 'Taylor Swift Jar' has wife paying a quarter whenever she mentions the star
Saying Taylor Swift's name in this family home will cost you — "Travis Kelce included."
Saying Taylor Swift's name in this family home will cost you — "Travis Kelce included."
Video game 'Grand Theft Auto' makes a return after ten years
Rockstar Games will bring a new "Grand Theft Auto" game to market.
Rockstar Games will bring a new "Grand Theft Auto" game to market.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink seeks 1st volunteer to have robot insert wires inside their skull
Would you put a tiny computer chip in your brain? Neuralink is one of many working on linking the nervous system to computers, aimed at helping treat brain disorders and injuries.
Would you put a tiny computer chip in your brain? Neuralink is one of many working on linking the nervous system to computers, aimed at helping treat brain disorders and injuries.
Mental health app 'Together by Renee' using artificial intelligence to assist doctors
Staying on top of your health can take a lot of work. Now, there’s a new app on the market that uses the help of artificial intelligence to check your vitals, along with seeing if you have anxiety or depression.
Staying on top of your health can take a lot of work. Now, there’s a new app on the market that uses the help of artificial intelligence to check your vitals, along with seeing if you have anxiety or depression.
New Waze feature will warn you about crash-prone roads
Google, which owns Waze, says users report accidents on the app about every two seconds.
Google, which owns Waze, says users report accidents on the app about every two seconds.