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March 08, 2018
Judge to Weigh Whether Trump's Twitter Blocks Violate Free Speech

Plaintiffs say president's Twitter account is a public forum, and that denying them access based on their views violates the First Amendment.

March 07, 2018
Ocean Discovery XPRIZE Competition Finalists Announced

Nine teams with members from 25 countries entered the final phase of the $7 million Ocean Discovery XPRIZE competition for technologies that could cheaply and efficiently map the floors of the world’s oceans. Using current technology this feat would take up to 600 years. VOA’s George Putic reports.
March 07, 2018
FBI Chief: Corporate Hack Victims Can Trust We Won't Share Info

Contrasting FBI's approach to that of other regulators and state authorities, Christopher Wray says bureau’s primary mission is to help
March 07, 2018
FOMO at SXSW: How to Conquer Fear of Missing Out in Austin

AP's advice to attendees: you need a plan, you can't just wing it; be ready for long lines, but have some backups
March 07, 2018
UK Researchers Building 3-D Visualizations of Classic Children’s Books

Classic children’s books are getting a 21st century upgrade, as British researchers have begun testing a project that would bring 3-D versions of children’s stories to life on gaming platforms. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff reports.
March 06, 2018
Facebook, Twitter Urged to Do More to Police Hate on Sites

Wiesenthal Center, in annual digital terrorism and hate report card, gives B-plus to Facebook, a B-minus to Twitter and a C-plus to Google
March 06, 2018
Porsche Says Flying Cab Technology Could Be Ready Within Decade

Volkswagen's sports car division is in the early stages of drawing up a blueprint of a flying taxi as it ponders new mobility solutions for congested urban areas
March 06, 2018
Preventing Unauthorized Use of Face Recognition

Every day, billions of photos uploaded to the Internet contain faces. Experts say sophisticated algorithms can collect these images, compare and glean information – some for law enforcement agencies and some for hackers, intent on stealing and misusing that data. An Israeli company says there’s a way to prevent that. VOA’s George Putic has more.
March 06, 2018
Smart Shoes Provide the Right Beat for Health and Safety

Shoes that promote health and safety were featured last week at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Faith Lapidus reports.
March 05, 2018
Washington Becomes First State to Approve Net-neutrality Rules

New law also requires internet providers to disclose information about their management practices, performance and commercial terms
March 05, 2018
To Engage Customers, Smart Mirrors Take Cues from Social Media

Mirrors allow consumers to apply virtual lipstick shades, eyeglasses and earrings; they’re gaining popularity among retailers who want to lure shoppers back into stores
March 05, 2018
Applications for Facial Recognition Increase as Technology Matures

From a shopping center and an airport to a concert venue or even your own phone, these are all places facial recognition technology can now be used due to technological advancements in the last few years. The types of applications are growing in a world where the idea of privacy is constantly evolving. VOA's Elizabeth Lee explains.

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Silicon Valley & Technology

Thursday 8 March 2018

Judge to Weigh Whether Trump's Twitter Blocks Violate Free Speech

Ocean Discovery XPRIZE Competition Finalists Announced

FBI Chief: Corporate Hack Victims Can Trust We Won't Share Info

FOMO at SXSW: How to Conquer Fear of Missing Out in Austin

UK Researchers Building 3-D Visualizations of Classic Children’s Books

Facebook, Twitter Urged to Do More to Police Hate on Sites

Porsche Says Flying Cab Technology Could Be Ready Within Decade

Preventing Unauthorized Use of Face Recognition

Smart Shoes Provide the Right Beat for Health and Safety

Washington Becomes First State to Approve Net-neutrality Rules

To Engage Customers, Smart Mirrors Take Cues from Social Media

Applications for Facial Recognition Increase as Technology Matures

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