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March 14, 2016
More Startups Are Emerging To Take On Internet Trolls
At a recent hackathon, attendees came up with creative ways ways to fix tech's great online harassment problem.
Two weeks ago, a group of developers, journalists, and policy experts showed up at the headquarters of Google and Facebook to brainstorm ideas about how to solve one of the Internet's pervasive problem: Trolls.
Get Ready To Stream Movies With Gogo's New In-Flight Wi-Fi Service
The new service, which is coming to Delta Airlines later this year, allows airborne streaming video on up to 50 devices at a time.
I'm flying high over Central Texas, watching Friday Night Lights, one of the best TV shows ever made about the state.
How Imgur Became An Image-Sharing, Meme-Generating Megacommunity
It serves up almost a trillion images a year. But it's the weird, jokey comradeship that keeps its most loyal members coming back.
"Everybody! Everybody! Sarah is going to give a speech!"
New $20K Honda Civic Can Drive Itself (Sometimes)
Self-driving safety features are getting more common in affordable cars, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Honda is adding features to its $20,000 Honda Civic LX that will make the entry-level car able to drive itself down the highway, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Meet Viv, The "Giant Brain" From The Creator Of Siri
The next-generation "giant brain," from Siri's creator, promises more intelligence than Apple's digital assistant.
Move over, Siri. Dag Kittlaus, the creator of Apple's iconic virtual assistant, is working on a next-generation "global brain" called Viv that's said to be more intelligent and adaptable than Siri and her current competitors.
How Much Do You Know About SXSW?
Take our quiz to test your knowledge of SXSW history.
If you're in Austin this week, take a second to brush up on some SXSW Interactive trivia—and up your geek cred—with our quiz. Don't miss our coverage of the festival, and stop by the Fast Company Grill!
BuzzFeed Launches New Cross-Platform Ad Format
Swarm will allow advertisers to target viewers across BuzzFeed's site, apps, and social media accounts.
BuzzFeed has debuted a new ad format called Swarm, which will let advertisers simultaneously target viewers across BuzzFeed's website, mobile apps, and six top social networks, according to Adweek. The product was unveiled at South by Southwest Interactive, during a keynote on Saturday by BuzzFeed CMO Frank Cooper.
How To Shop For A Backpack You Can Wear To Work
The latest packs are both minimalist and stylishly kind to our spines.
Travel sacks go in and out of style. Briefcases, messenger bags, fanny packs, and duffel bags have all taken their turn. Luckily, the fashionable choice right now happens to be the most ergonomic and healthiest for your body.
March 13, 2016
60% Of Women Polled At SXSW Have Received Unwanted Sexual Attention In Their Offices
Elephant in the Valley: At SXSW, some of the biggest women in tech are speaking frankly about the issues that face females in the workplace.
60% of women have experienced unwanted sexual advances in the workplace. 88% have colleagues and clients who address questions to their male peers that should have been addressed to them.
SXSW's Online Harassment Summit Nods At The Problem, But Finds Few Real Solutions
The summit took place under high security at a venue removed from the main conference.
The South By Southwest Interactive conference in Austin is a celebration of the fun, camaraderie, and innovation of the Internet, but in recent years the event has been forced to take a frank look at the darker side of the web—harassment and bullying.
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