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Susan Wojcicki
YouTube CEO says people are discovering different kinds of videos as the pandemic rages
CNN - By Brian Stelter, CNN Business
New York (CNN Business) — In between all the music performances and prank videos that are staples of YouTube's trending video section, there are a few that would have made no sense before mid-March. There's
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YouTube at 15: what happened to some of the platform’s biggest early stars?
The Guardian - Chris Stokel-Walker
As YouTube celebrates its 15th birthday, we talk to five early adopters about how the all-singing all-dancing platform has evolved Late on the evening of 14 February 2005, Jawed Karim, Chad Hurley and
February 16
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On YouTube’s 15th birthday, longtime creators talk about the platform they grew up with
Fast Company - KC Ifeanyi
As YouTube figures out its awkward teen years, some creators have been left behind, others are skeptical, and some hopeful for where the platform is headed. YouTube was first conceived 15 years ago, and
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The first ever YouTube video was uploaded 15 years ago today. Here it is
CNN - By Leah Asmelash, CNN
(CNN) — Time to hit rewind. The first ever YouTube video was uploaded on April 23, 2005 -- exactly 15 years ago, today. YouTube co-founder Jawed Karim posted the 18-second video, titled "Me at the zoo."
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YouTube turns 15 | How it Has Changed the World Forever | Digital Trends
Digital Trends - Caleb Denison
It started with a wardrobe malfunction. Fifteen years later, YouTube has changed the world, and it’s more relevant and influential today than ever …
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Susan Wojcicki
YouTube's CEO suggested content that 'goes against' WHO guidance on the coronavirus will get banned
Business Insider - Charlie Wood
YouTube Susan Wojcicki has suggested that the video platform will remove content that contradicts the World Health Organization's advice on COVID-19. In an interview with CNN published Sunday, Wojcicki
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Business
Fandango just purchased Vudu from Walmart to better compete against Amazon, iTunes
The Verge - Julia Alexander
Hot off the soft launch of its Peacock streaming service, NBCUniversal is welcoming another streaming service into its family, but this one is designed to help movie ticket seller Fandango expand its reach.
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Netflix puts 10 free docuseries and documentary films on YouTube
CNET - Joan E. Solsman
Our Planet, Babies and other docs are free for teachers and parents to use in remote learning, but they're also available for anyone who wants to watch.
April 17
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Netflix to raise $1 bln in debt to fund new shows
Reuters - Reuters Editorial
April 22 (Reuters) - Netflix Inc said on Wednesday it plans to raise about $1 billion in debt, a day after the streaming pioneer doubled its own projections for new customers as stuck-at-home users binged
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Netflix blows away new subscriber expectations
CNBC - Lauren Feiner
The company said it would have free cash flow for the year of negative $1 billion or better compared to its previous expectation of negative $2.5 …
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HBO Max: Streaming Service Set To Launch On May 27 | Digital Trends
Digital Trends - Allison Matyus
You can binge-watch HBO Max when it finally joins the streaming world on May 27. The streaming service will reportedly have 10,000 hours of content at …
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Apple and CMU researchers demo a low friction learn-by-listening system for smarter home devices – TechCrunch
TechCrunch - Natasha Lomas
A team of researchers from Apple and Carnegie Mellon University’s Human-Computer Interaction Institute have presented a system for embedded AIs to learn by listening to noises in their environment without
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Mobile Technology
Apple's iPhone SE Proves You Don’t Need a Fancy Phone
WIRED - Lauren Goode
I’m here to tell you that you don’t need the most expensive iPhone. You don’t need the most expensive iPad, either! (We’ve already covered this.) If …
3 days ago
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How to check your PC specs | Trusted Reviews
trustedreviews.com - Adam Speight
Whether you’ve just got a new PC or laptop or you’ve had them for a while but are still not quite sure about what’s going on inside, you might feel …
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A VR workout app killed my quads
Engadget - Cherlynn Low
"Supernatural" is surprisingly effective, if you have the space and money. “Part Beat Saber, part Dance Dance Revolution, part Guitar Hero with your whole body.” That’s how a rep for VR studio Within its
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Privacy
How to delete your Houseparty account in 5 easy steps
Business Insider - Marissa Perino
It's easy to delete your Houseparty account. If you no longer find yourself using the video chat service, you can access the settings menu on the mobile app. The "Privacy" tab will give you the option
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9to5Google Daily 428: Google Store gets a minor UI refresh, Gboard gaining clipboard shortcuts, plus more - 9to5Google
9to5Google - Damien Wilde
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through dedicated
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Episode 265: How to make the electric grid more like the internet – IoT Podcast – Internet of Things
iotpodcast.com - Author Stacey Higginbotham
This week Kevin and I dig into two sets of best practices for privacy and data collection relating to track-and-trace programs enacted on our …
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AdTech
Digital ads are disappearing, seriously denting revenue for Big Tech - Marketplace
Marketplace
Digital advertising is the lifeblood of the internet, and it’s drying up fast. Digital media sites are shutting down, laying off employees and some …
2 days ago
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Feeling lonely? Isolated? Your smart speaker can help (seriously)
art19.com
Your daily consumer tech news update, plus the latest gadget reviews and straight talk about how the latest tech innovations affect you, with USA …
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This Week in Google 556: Internet Pretzels
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Google Debit Card, Zoom Burnout• Google is working on a debit card to rival Apple card • Google posts testing center maps • Zoom burnout is now a …
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E1048 Power of Accelerators E1 Dreamit Ventures’ Steve Barsh: top portfolio cos, nailing interviews
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FLOSS Weekly 575: XCP-ng
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XCP-ng is an open-source virtualization platform that is hosted in the Linux Foundation. It aims to be the bridge between the user community and the …
2 days ago
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9to5Google Daily 427: Fortnite comes to the Play Store, 'Hey Google' hotword sensitivity settings coming, plus more - 9to5Google
9to5Google - Damien Wilde
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through dedicated
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OnePlus, a favorite of Android fanboys, wants to grow up (The Daily Charge, 4/22/2020) from The Daily Charge
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OnePlus Chief Marketing Officer Kyle Kiang talks about how the company got its start, and where it wants to go. Part one of a three-part interview.
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No webcam? Use smartphone instead.
art19.com
Your daily consumer tech news update, plus the latest gadget reviews and straight talk about how the latest tech innovations affect you, with USA …
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Can 3D printing fill COVID-19 medical equipment needs? - Marketplace
Marketplace
There’s a lot of hope that 3D printing can play a crucial role in creating medical supplies during the COVID-19 crisis. Companies like Ford and HP …
3 days ago
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iPhone SE
All About Android 469: Pixel 4a vs. iPhone SE
twit.tv
Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro hands-on, iPhone SE's impact on the Pixel 4a, the Google Card.• Hands-on with the Huawei Mate 40 Pro. • Hands-on …
3 days ago
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Gear & Gadgets
How to watch Travis Scott’s Fortnite concerts
The Verge - Jay Peters
Rapper Travis Scott is hosting five concerts inside of Fortnite over the next three days, and Epic promises the show, titled “Astronomical,” will be “an other-worldly experience” with the world premiere
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Apps
These white-noise apps have great reviews—but are they worth it?
reviewed.com - Lindsey Vickers
Drowning out sounds that can disrupt your sleep is a great way to maximize your night, without having to keep asking whomever you live with—partner, …
April 15