At China’s Internet Conference, a Darker Side of Tech Emerges

The World Internet Conference in Wuzhen, China, has long showcased flashy new tech. This year, discussions also dealt with counterterrorism, data breaches and surveillance.

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Gunman who killed 12 in California was a former marine

Gunman who killed 12 in California was a former marine

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Google, After Employee Walkout, Overhauls Sexual Misconduct Policy

A week after 20,000 employees around the globe staged a walkout over the handling of sexual harassment and assault cases, Google said it was altering some of its policies.

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We Tried Facebook’s New Portal Device (So You Don’t Have To)

Here’s what happened when two Times tech reporters installed Facebook’s new Portal video-calling gadgets in their bedrooms.

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Corner Office: Sundar Pichai of Google: ‘Technology Doesn’t Solve Humanity’s Problems’

Growing up in India, he slept on the floor of a house without a refrigerator. Today, the chief executive is steering Google through the most turbulent period in its history.

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Tesla Names New Chairwoman as It Seeks a More Stable Image

The car company tapped Robyn Denholm, one of its independent directors, as it seeks a counterbalance to Elon Musk, its chief executive.

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Several injured in shooting at bar in California, US

Several injured in shooting at bar in California, US

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