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February 23, 2016
See Looks From Amazon's New Private-Label Fashion Lines
Amazon quietly debuted seven clothing lines for men, women, and children.
As rumored, Amazon has introduced several private label fashion lines with clothing options for men, women, and children. But its latest foray into the fashion world may not appeal to customers who usually scour Amazon for deals from upscale brands—the new offerings feature neither high-end designer names nor rock-bottom prices.
Lyft May Share Ride Data With Los Angeles Metro Authority
Lyft and L.A.'s transportation authority are close to sharing data on rides that begin and finish at metro stations.
Ride-hailing startup Lyft and the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority are nearing a deal that will see the company share data about its rides that begin and finish near metro stations, reports the Los Angeles Times. The data is something the MTA has been interested in since Lyft started operating in the city three years ago.
February 22, 2016
Why The FBI Chose To Try The Apple Encryption Case In The Media
Cases like this are usually tried under seal as a national security matter, but the FBI sought a very public showdown.
The legal face off between Apple and federal law enforcement over the right of the government to ask tech companies for a "back door" to access user data is just the culmination of a debate that has been flaring for months. But the very high-profile fight over access to the data on San Bernardino shooter Syed Farook's iPhone may be the flashpoint that brings the whole thing to a dramatic conclusion.
Why Uber Doesn't Have A Panic Button
The company says that it doesn't want to compete with 911.
In the wake of Saturday's seven-hour shooting rampage in Kalamazoo, Michigan, by a registered Uber driver who reportedly picked up and dropped off passengers between shootings, some have questioned why the ride-sharing service doesn't feature a panic button?
Mark Zuckerberg: Soon, The Majority Of Content We Consume Will Be Video
During a keynote at Barcelona's Mobile World Congress, Zuckerberg also pledged his support for Apple in its battle with the government.
As expected, Mark Zuckerberg was quick to support Apple in its ongoing standoff with the FBI during his keynote address Monday at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. This came as little surprise: Facebook already published a statement pledging its support for Apple last week, along with other prominent tech leaders. But that wasn't all Zuckerberg said today—he also described the types of content he is excited to continue exploring at Facebook, like virtual reality and video content.
Twitter Snags Former Apple PR Exec For Communications Role
Chances are you've tweeted more often than the latest addition to Twitter's executive ranks.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced Monday that Natalie Kerris, who most recently helped lead Apple's PR team, is the company's new VP of global communications. Kerris is taking on a role last held by Gabriel Stricker, who left Twitter last July after three years at the company. The new hire also comes on the heels of high-profile departures from Twitter last month.
Kalamazoo Shooting Renews Spotlight On Uber's Screening Process
Ride-sharing app's driver suspect had no apparent criminal history.
The tragic shooting rampage by an Uber driver in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Saturday is casting a new spotlight on the ride sharer's screening process.
Tim Cook Sends Internal Email To Employees Discussing FBI Battle
Calls for commission on intelligence, technology, and civil liberties and also launches public FAQ about the case.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has sent an internal email to every Apple employee to lay out more details on the company's stance regarding its battle with the government over unlocking the accused San Bernardino shooter's iPhone. The company has also launched a public FAQ page answering questions it has received about the government's request and Apple's security measures and stance on the issue.
FBI Director Hopes People Will "Stop Saying The World Is Ending" Over iPhone Battle
Pens emotional op-ed laying out the government's case to the public.
It's been less than a week since a federal judge ordered Apple to help the FBI unlock the San Bernardino killer's iPhone, and in that time we've seen everyone from Tim Cook (penning a letter to express his opposition to the ruling) to the heads of major tech companies and presidential candidates weigh in on the matter. It has become increasingly clear that besides being played out in the courts, the final resolution may rest heavily on public perception of the issue.
The Aha Moments Behind La Colombe's Latte Innovation
La Colombe is rolling out its popular Draft Latte to the rest of the world—in a can. For this development, you have a 4-year-old to thank.
Todd Carmichael, the founder of La Colombe Coffee Roasters and the inventor behind the cold-draft latte craze, is sitting in a booth in the company's Noho cafe in New York City. It's 24 degrees Fahrenheit outside, but the picture windows opening onto East 4th Street have a solarium-like effect, and jackets are quickly shrugged off as patrons line up at a quick clip for the frothy, barely sweet beverages—no ice—pulled straight from a tap at the bar.
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