Talking Tech

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What is WallStreetBets? Jan 30, 2021

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We take a closer look at the Reddit community that has help fuel this surge in shares of GameStop.

The GameStop stock rollercoaster Jan 29, 2021

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Why is stock in struggling video game retailer GameStop surging? And what does it have to do with Reddit? We explain.

Want to go on a Birdwatch? Jan 28, 2021

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Twitter announced a new program called Birdwatch, part of its plan to help slow the spread of misinformation.

The newest tag team: Peacock and WWE Jan 27, 2021

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NBC's new streaming service reached a deal with the pro wrestling giant to feature all its content including pay-per-view events.

Google's plan to help with COVID-19 vaccines Jan 26, 2021

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Google announced several steps to help Americans get vaccinated, including opening up some of its facilities as vaccination sites.

Can't pick a Netflix show? Let the app decide Jan 25, 2021

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The streaming giant is planning to roll out a new Shuffle Play feature worldwide this year.

Ready to shop with a "smart cart?" Jan 24, 2021

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Supermarket chain Kroger is testing out smart carts, which let users shop at the grocery store without ever visiting a checkout.

Apple reportedly working on a VR headset Jan 23, 2021

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A report from Bloomberg says the tech giant is working on a new VR headset with bolder ambitions aimed at augmented reality.

A milestone for DuckDuckGo Jan 22, 2021

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The search engine DuckDuckGo, which is focused on keeping users' info private, just hit a big milestone: 100 million search queries in a day.

Here comes Paramount+ Jan 21, 2021

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ViacomCBS announced its streaming service, Paramount+, will arrive on March 4. Are you ready for yet one more streaming option?