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- After controversy, Facebook promises stricter scrutiny over research
Facebook is planning stricter scrutiny when conducting research. Facebook came under fire for a 2012 study that manipulated users' newsfeeds without their knowledge.
- Windows 10: Microsoft's apologia for Windows 8 blends new with familiar
Although the current, wildly unpopular version is called Windows 8, Microsoft is skipping ahead to Windows 10 to emphasize the scope of the redesign.
- Cybersecurity: What is the Bash Shellshock bug?
'Shellshock' is a bug in 'Bash,' software that runs on Mac and Linux computers. The 'Bash' bug is believed to be as serious a threat as 'Heartbleed.'
- BlackBerry (BBRY) hopes new 'Passport' phone will help struggling company
BlackBerry (BBRY) has unveiled its new 'Passport' phone. BlackBerry is hoping the new phone will help its struggling sales.
- NASA's Maven explorer arrives at Mars after a year-long journey
NASA's Maven spacecraft has arrived at Mars. After a 442 million-mile journey, the Maven spacecraft is orbiting Mars to study the planet's upper atmosphere.
- Just how durable is the new iPhone 6?
SquareTrade, a company that provides extended protection plans, compared the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus to the iPhone 5S and Samsung's Galaxy S5.
- Why NASA is sending 3D printer to Space Station
NASA expects astronauts will be able to use the 3D printer fix their spacecraft by cranking out spare parts on the spot. It could also prove useful on Mars.
- eBay shares are up, but Google is keeping its distance
Although rumors had signaled that Google could be buying eBay, the online auction company has denied ever talking with Google about it acquiring any stake in the e-commerce company.
- Technophiles salivate at prospect of new Apple toys
Apple's is expected to reveal the iPhone 6, the iWatch, and a mobile wallet at a 'special event' Tuesday. Could there be any additional surprises?
- Alibaba expected to make big splash with IPO
The initial public offering of Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba is expected to make it the biggest technology listing in the United States.
- After conspiracy charge, four tech giants appeal judge's decision
Apple, Google, Adobe, and Intel are appealing the ruling of a US District Judge that rejected a settlement reached in April to pay workers $324.5 million as part of a class-action lawsuit.
- Why Netflix will make Facebook recommendations more discreet
Most people don't want to share their Netflix choices with a large Facebook audience. Starting Wednesday, Netflix will let subscribers decide who among their friends on Facebook will see their selections.
- Record-breaking cybercrime: Russian hackers steal 1.2 billion online passwords
In addition to stealing more than a billion passwords, the hackers also amassed 500 million e-mail addresses to help them engineer other crimes, according to a report published Tuesday.
- New patent reveals Apple's plans for iTime smart watch
The Apple iWatch (or is it iTime) could come loaded with sensors, according to a newly awarded patent.
- Sheryl Sandberg apologizes for Facebook experiment, sort of
Sheryl Sandberg apologized in a TV interview, even as British regulators are looking into the controversial Facebook psych experiment. "Facebook cannot control emotions of users," said Sheryl Sandberg.
- Tech moguls raise cash to fight Washington's 'big money problem'
A group of influential Internet moguls aim to fix what they refer to as the "big money problem" in Washington politics by, well, raising cash.
- Google car: Look Ma, no steering wheel!
Google plans to build 100 prototypes of a self-driving car. The Google cars will have no steering wheel, no brake and gas pedals. Instead, buttons for go and stop.The top speed will be 25 m.p.h.
- Will AT&T's DirecTV deal mean higher prices for everyone?
Here's a quick Q&A about how AT&T's DirecTV deal might affect customers.
- Why Twitch may be worth $1 billion to YouTube
Reports say YouTube will buy Twitch for $1 billion. Is the video game streaming site worth that much?
- Google search results now limited by European court
In a decision that lifts privacy rights above freedom of information, Europe's highest court ruled individuals should have control over Google search results showing personal information. The decision applies to all search engines.