While software is eating the world, it’s also siloing data along the way, stifling progress and innovation in the enterprise. Cybersecurity is woefully behind other industries in embracing an API-first mentality, and…
Month: January 2021
Bumble’s algorithm will now report you for body-shaming
Bumble has stepped up its efforts to provide a safe dating space for users by banning body-shaming on the app. The app will use an algorithm to flag derogatory comments about someone’s appearance….
The Apple privacy offensive continues — and Google and Facebook are shook
One of my favorite longburn stories over the past couple of years is the Apple privacy drive. It’s a winding narrative, but the easiest way to sum it up is the company…
EU to commit $3.5B to EV battery production to stop China’s dominance
The European Union is reportedly working on plans to help fund electric vehicle (EV) battery production within the bloc to prevent potential dominance from China. According to reports, the EU looks set…
London DOUBLED its number of rapid EV chargers in 2020 — nice
This article was originally published by Christopher Carey on Cities Today, the leading news platform on urban mobility and innovation, reaching an international audience of city leaders. For the latest updates follow Cities…
How to reach your first $1M investment: Tips from someone who’s actually done it
Funding is one of the biggest challenges in the entrepreneurial journey. Navigating the world of venture capitalists and storytelling is no easy feat, especially when looking for your first seed round or…
How to get back your sense of smell after COVID-19, according to science
The link between COVID-19, smell, and taste disturbance became apparent in March 2020 as the pandemic swept around the globe. To date, nearly 100 million people have been infected with the coronavirus. Around 60%…
Why Tesla’s impractical butterfly steering wheel probably won’t make it into production
have a ‘butterfly’ shaped steering wheel or a fighter jet like joystick. Instead, a vehicle must have a circular wheel at least 13 inches along its outside diameter.” Source
Vivaldi is introducing two-level tabs — and I want it in every browser
Vivaldi browser has had a unique approach to tab management. Over the years, it has introduced features such as stacking, muting, and pinning tabs; it also lets you view two tabs in…
WhatsApp will require a fingerprint or face ID to use its desktop apps
WhatsApp is adding another layer of security to its web app today, helping stop others from accessing your account when you’re not looking. In an update rolling out soon, WhatsApp will begin…