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Tech & Media
News and analysis on tech, media and everything in between. Also, memes.
Samantha Bee apologizes for 'inexcusable' remark aimed at Ivanka Trump
White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders lashed out at Bee, calling the epithet aimed at the president's daughter and senior adviser "vile and vicious."
Facebook CEO faces tough questions from European lawmakers
A relatively staid hearing became interesting toward the end when some of the lawmakers said Zuckerberg did not answer their questions.
Future of CBS in limbo as parent company seeks to block independence vote
CBS surprised the media industry on Monday with a lawsuit against National Amusements as it seeks to prevent a forced merger with Viacom
Trump's decision to eliminate role of cybersecurity czar rattles experts. Here's why.
"This is definitely not the signal you want to send to your allies and your adversaries," a former cyber czar says.
As tech moves into Pittsburgh, longtime residents worry about being left behind
Tech companies are moving into Pittsburgh, attracted by the city’s affordability, bringing with them new jobs and challenges, as some longtime residents struggle with housing and feeling left behind.
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Yanny or Laurel? Here's why everyone is hearing something different
First, we had "The Dress." Now, we have Yanny and Laurel.
Facebook blocks foreign ads ahead of Irish referendum on abortion
Facebook is taking unprecedented action to block outside forces from advertising in the Irish referendum on abortion laws.
Top U.S. official says China's ZTE cellphones could be used for spying
President Trump wants to help the Chinese firm, but a top intel official told the Senate that ZTE cellphones may be used by the Chinese government to spy.
Jared Leto on movies, tech and the Met Gala
The actor, fashion aficionado, musician, and startup executive opens up.
Dems disclose new batch of Russian ads. Here's who was targeted.
The ads highlight how Russia's efforts focused on divisive cultural issues.
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Google is now ready to let its tech do your talking
Google's AI is now so good that it can call a restaurant and schedule your reservation.
Amazon Prime is getting more expensive
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos revealed there are more than 100 million Prime subscribers
