Why did Facebook change policies on ‘Trending Topics’
Facebook Inc. said on Monday that it had changed some of the procedures for its “Trending Topics” section after a news report alleging it suppressed conservative news prompted a U.S....
EU countries call for the removal of barriers to data flows
Half of the European Union’s member states on Monday called for the removal of barriers to the free flow of data both within and outside the 28-nation bloc to ensure the continent can benefit...
To halt smartphone slide, Samsung rewrites playbook
From the way it chooses smartphone components to the models it brings to market, Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) has undergone a painful process of breaking from its past to reverse a slide in its...
Improving the fan experience with technology
The head of IBM’s sports and entertainment practice, Jim Rushton, talks about fan-centric design. From dealing with traffic to parking issues to where to find a hot dog once inside the stadium, he...
Wrist-band device for alcohol monitoring wins U.S. prize
A San Francisco-based company has won a U.S. government-sponsored competition with an alcohol monitoring devices that can be worn on the wrist, the latest milestone in the development of wearable...
Apple unveils new store design in San Francisco
Apple Inc unveiled a new vision for its hugely successful retail stores on Thursday, aiming to give shoppers the experience of setting foot in the headquarters of the company credited with inventing...
Facebook’s Zuckerberg meets U.S. conservatives over bias controversy
Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg heard from more than a dozen U.S. conservative leaders on Wednesday and said he will work to build trust with users who believe the social network displays...
Can virtual reality translate into real profits?
A growing number of U.S. companies are counting on virtual reality for real profits. With growth hard to come by amid the lethargic economy, companies ranging from snowmobile manufacturers to...
