Toys that spy on kids and coffee makers that track your habits
Group says array of products have security and privacy issues, from smart coffee makers to connected toy kitchens.
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Conservatives flock to social network Parler
As Facebook and Twitter face criticism for how they moderated content in the 2020 election, conservatives are flocking to Parler. The company brands itself as "unbiased social media" and has captured the attention of several allies of President Trump. Tech Reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN with more on what's behind Parler's surging popularity.
High-tech policing makes mistakes
CBSN Originals producer Elaisha Stokes joined CBSN to discuss the latest CBSN Originals' documentary,"Reverb | A City Under Surveillance."
Preview: CBSN Originals "A City Under Surveillance"
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city's high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and could land innocent people behind bars. Watch the full story at cbsnews.com/policing
A City Under Surveillance
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city's high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBS Reports explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
Apple reaches $113 million settlement over claims it slowed iPhones
"Apple withheld information about their batteries that slowed down iPhone performance, all while passing it off as an update," California's attorney general said in a statement.
Apple slashes App Store fees for most developers
Spotify dismisses tech giant's new program as "window dressing" designed to appease government regulators.
Amazon launches online pharmacy
Amazon is shaking up the competition in the health care industry by launching an online pharmacy. The service lets users buy their medications on their phones or other devices. David Kirkpatrick, the founder and editor-in-chief of Techonomy, joins CBSN to discuss.
U.K. leader says new gas cars sales will be banned in a decade
PM Boris Johnson brings forward deadline on sale of new gas and diesel cars and vans as he promises Britons a future full of green jobs.
Facebook, Twitter CEOs testify before Senate
Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey were back on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, where they faced questions from lawmakers about their role in the 2020 presidential election. CBS News' Debra Alfarone has the latest on the hearing. Then, CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, Imran Ahmed, joins CBSN to discuss why Facebook and Twitter are facing criticism for how they moderated content.
Facebook & Twitter CEOs testify before Senate
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey testified before a Senate committee about their platforms' handling of the 2020 election and their content moderation systems. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with his takeaways from the hearing.
Twitter rolls out disappearing tweet feature "Fleets"
"Fleets" is meant to combat the pressure of tweeting permanent things, a phenomenon that Twitter says can leave good tweets stuck in the drafts.
Money-losing Airbnb files to go public
The company lost $670 million on $4.8 billion in revenue last year, but foresees a post-pandemic turnaround.
Amazon opens online pharmacy that delivers prescriptions
Prime members get free two-day shipping on orders from Amazon Pharmacy, which accepts most insurance plans.
Facebook, Twitter CEOs testify on election measures
Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey have promised lawmakers they would aggressively guard their platforms from being manipulated by foreign governments or used to incite violence around the election results.
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