Google’s Cloud Sales Disappoint as Advertising Rebounds
October 25, 2023
Parent company Alphabet reports an 11% increase in revenue, driven by strength in search-engine ads.
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Snap Returns to Revenue Growth After Two Quarters of Declining Sales
October 25, 2023
The company behind the popular social-media app Snapchat is seeing improvements in ad spending, but cautions that the Israel-Hamas war could temper its recovery.
States Sue Meta Alleging Harm to Young People on Instagram, Facebook
October 25, 2023
A group of more than 40 attorneys general are filing lawsuits alleging that Meta Platforms built products with addictive features that harm young users.
Meta’s Threads Draws Power Users Seeking Alternative to Musk’s X
October 24, 2023
The new social media service is growing again, although demand for immediacy continues.
Google and Apple Want You to Log In With Passkeys. Here’s How.
October 22, 2023
Passwords are inherently flawed, so tech companies are turning to more secure logins that just require your face or fingerprint.
Inside Meta, Debate Over What’s Fair in Suppressing Comments in the Palestinian Territories
October 22, 2023
The Instagram and Facebook owner has been wrestling with how to best enforce its content rules in the midst of a brutal and chaotic war.
Teens Want Parents to Track Their Phones and Monitor Their Every Move
October 21, 2023
An upbringing filled with anxiety has Gen Z sharing their location via apps.
The Ultra-Affordable EVs That Won’t Be Coming to the U.S. Anytime Soon
October 21, 2023
A new generation of tiny one- and two-passenger electric cars is becoming available around the world. Americans aren’t interested.
Amazon Confronts a New Rival: TikTok
October 21, 2023
In the emerging business of ‘social shopping,’ TikTok dominates the social and is spending big to improve the selling. Amazon dominates selling, and is working on the social.
3 Things I Learned About What’s Next in AI
October 20, 2023
In an interview, OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman discusses job disruption, data and the ‘person-ness’ of bots.
Apple’s Tim Cook Makes Surprise China Visit as iPhone Sales Slump
October 20, 2023
The CEO’s second visit to China in roughly seven months highlights Apple’s increasingly complex relationship with the world’s second-largest economy.
Massaging Balls, Plunge Pools, Memory Foam Dog Beds: Who Needs All This ‘Recovery’ Gear?
October 20, 2023
Trendy new tools pledge to soothe tired, worn muscles. We asked experts for a reality check.
Google Antitrust Trial: Five Key Moments as DOJ Concludes Its Case
October 19, 2023
The Justice Department has presented its last scheduled witness, but weeks of trial testimony are still ahead as Google mounts its defense.
Amazon Introducing Warehouse Overhaul With Robotics to Speed Deliveries
October 18, 2023
The company will use new AI systems at its fulfillment facilities that will work alongside its employees.
Tech Leaders Say AI Will Change What It Means to Have a Job
October 18, 2023
Artificial intelligence will likely lead to seismic changes to the workforce, eliminating many professions and requiring a societal rethink of how people spend their time.
X Is Testing $1 Annual Fee in New Zealand, Philippines to Fight Spam
October 18, 2023
The platform formerly known as Twitter is testing Not A Bot subscription model for new users.
U.S. Tightens Curbs on AI Chip Exports to China
October 18, 2023
The new rules, which significantly constrict sales of advanced semiconductors to the Chinese market, came despite intense lobbying by chip companies.
How Generative AI Will Change the Way You Use the Web, From Search to Shopping
October 18, 2023
Consumers are going to gravitate toward applications powered by the buzzy new technology, analyst Michael Wolf predicts.
WSJ Tech Live 2023: Tech Leaders Discuss the World-Changing Potential of AI, and Some of Its Risks
October 17, 2023
Open AI’s Sam Altman, Meta’s Chris Cox and others spoke at WSJ’s annual event.
Schwarzenegger Says Democratic and Republican Leadership Ranks Need Fresh Blood
October 17, 2023
At WSJ Tech Live, the actor and former California governor praised the U.S. backing of Israel and said his AI future is up to his children.
John Legend Looks to Take on Yelp and Google Reviews
October 17, 2023
The musician’s new social app, called It’s Good, offers personalized food and travel recommendations.
AI Could Spur an Economic Boom. Humans Are in the Way.
October 16, 2023
Artificial intelligence could drive big gains in productivity and growth, but when it happens depends on how people adapt.
vivo Y27: A Better Option for the Sub-Php 10k Segment
October 15, 2023
vivo never stops delivering mid-range smartphones that are budget-friendly and still look expensive due to their premium design and packed features. The vivo Y27 is available on all of vivo’s official websites, e-commerce platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok, as well as in physical stores nationwide, priced at Php 8,990. Design, Display, and Operating [...]
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It Is Time to Rethink Your Media Subscriptions
October 15, 2023
Evaluate your household service use and turn plans on and off without losing your preferences.
Smartwatches Keep Phone-Begging Kids at Bay, but There Are Downsides
October 14, 2023
For the under-13 crowd, a smartphone is still the most coveted technology.
When Our Smartphones Become Windows to a War
October 14, 2023
Phones have enabled people to bear witness to unimaginable images of human suffering—in real time.
Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino Point X in Different Directions Amid Israel-Hamas War
October 14, 2023
Musk jabs at a key European regulator, while Yaccarino, his CEO, hustles to show the platform is in compliance on content moderation.
Sorry, Elon! Satellites of the Future Are Heading to Space Right Now
October 14, 2023
Elon Musk’s Starlink may soon face new competition from satellite companies offering internet service, available from anywhere on Earth where you can see the sky.
The Art of the ‘Lighthearted’ Office Prank: What’s Clever, What’s Cringe?
October 14, 2023
The type of antics you’ve seen in sitcoms can turn colleagues into friends, provided you follow some ground rules. Plus: fun stunts using the tech on your desk.
Microsoft’s Activision Buy Extends Nadella’s Decade of Deals
October 14, 2023
The companies completed the $75 billion deal after a lengthy struggle with regulators.
How Ads on Your Phone Can Aid Government Surveillance
October 13, 2023
Technology embedded in our devices to serve up ads can end up aiding federal agencies that buy the data in bulk.
How to Block Graphic Social-Media Content From Your Phone—and Your Kids’ Phones
October 13, 2023
The war in Israel and Gaza is all over social media. Instagram, TikTok and X have tools that can help you follow the news but control what you see.
The 7 Best Pranks From TV and Movies
October 13, 2023
Pranking frequently serves as a source of tension and relief among fictional characters on screen. Here, our favorite examples.
X Fumbles First Big Musk-Era Test of Content Policies After Israel Attack
October 13, 2023
As social-media companies deal with misidentified videos and graphic violence, the platform formerly known as Twitter struggles to keep up.
TikTok Tells Montana Judge State Ban Is ‘Completely Overboard’
October 13, 2023
The social-media platform is trying to block a law that would bar the app for residents after state statute centered on privacy concerns.
Why Settle for a Robot Vacuum? These Two Double as Mops
October 13, 2023
Early versions of these combination cleaners got a reputation for being ineffective. New models correct the record, for a price.
A look at Huawei’s latest wearable that blends style and smarts
October 10, 2023
Huawei’s latest smartwatch, the Watch GT 4, marks a significant shift in design and functionality. Unlike previous releases that left consumers unsure of the brand’s identity, this device strikes a balance between uniqueness and familiarity. The Watch GT 4 offers seven distinct design options, catering to a variety of preferences. It maintains a consistent button [...]
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No, You Aren’t Getting a Bonus. Your Company Is Just Testing You.
October 10, 2023
Companies are getting creative with phishing tests. Employees are getting annoyed.