Friday, May 31, 2019

The Week in Tech: Disinformation’s Huge Inaction Problem

Almost everybody wants something done about disinformation. So why does it seem that nothing is changing?

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2HO4w1J

China Plans a List of U.S. Firms to Block, in Answer to Trump

Without disclosing details, officials say they plan to retaliate against those who blockade Chinese companies, in an apparent response to Huawei’s problems.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/30WJlC9

North Korea executes envoy in a purge after failed U.S. summit - media

North Korea executes envoy in a purge after failed U.S. summit - media

from India Today | World http://bit.ly/2Z2rcBk

Are Likes and Followers the Problem With Social Media?

Social networks built on public status markers are now starting to hide them.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2wvgUx7

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Pakistani Army general gets life sentence on spying charges; brigadier gets death penalty

Pakistani Army general gets life sentence on spying charges; brigadier gets death penalty

from India Today | World http://bit.ly/2JNaAJU

Apps Purged by Apple Say It Holds the Key They Need to Get Back In

Seventeen companies that make apps designed to fight iPhone addiction called on Apple to let them use technology that would resolve privacy concerns.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2VZg1r3

Uber’s First Results After I.P.O. Show Slowing Growth and $1 Billion Loss

The ride-hailing giant’s earnings report raised questions about where the company will find new growth and if it can ever make money.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2EK6HBq