Data leak exposed 38 million records, including COVID-19 vaccination statuses
A Microsoft misconfiguration reportedly left data from more than 1,000 web apps in the open.
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Oculus makes it easier to create mixed reality apps
Expect VR and the real world to blend.
GoPro aims to develop an action camera ecosystem with its new API
Open GoPro will allow for smartwatch control, voice commands and more.
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Apple will shut down Dark Sky's iOS app and website by the end of 2022
That's later than suggested, but it won't be thrilling to Dark Sky fans.
Google and Qualcomm are making neural network API updates easier on Android
Even older phones and versions of Android can get better performance for on-device AI processing.
Facebook is putting #StopAsianHate notifications in the news feed this month
The company is highlighting the impact and diversity of Asians and Pacific Islanders.
Twitter confirms outage was caused by 'inadvertent change'
All Twitter can tell us is that 'something went wrong.'
Twitter’s new API for third-party apps is now live
Twitter says it’s trying to be friendlier toward developers.
The first US COVID-19 app built on Apple and Google tracking tech is here
Virginia's COVIDWISE app is out of beta and available on both mobile platforms.
The first US COVID-19 exposure notification apps could arrive within 'weeks'
Canada's exposure notification app launched Friday.
UK switches COVID-19 contact tracing app to Apple and Google framework
It will use the decentralized approach meant to better protect users’ identities.
Switzerland pilots a contact tracing app using Apple and Google's tech
Several thousand people are now testing SwissCovid.
Apple and Google's COVID-19 contact tracing tech is ready
Twenty two countries have requested the API.
Apple and Google will release COVID-19 contact-tracing tools next week
France's own COVID-19 tracking app will arrive in mid-May.
WhatsApp debuts coronavirus fact-checking hub
The company also donated $1 million to support fact-checking organizations.
Visa acquires fintech startup used by Venmo, CoinBase for $5.3 billion
Plaid’s API lets apps connect to users’ bank accounts.
Samsung’s SmartThings app will soon connect to your car too
Samsung is teaming up with Smartcar to bring vehicles into its smart home platform.
Facebook is facing an EU investigation over data collection
Regulators also opened a 'preliminary investigation' into Google's data practices.
Aibo update lets you program your robot puppy's actions
You can also feed and potty train the mechanical canine.
Chrome web apps will soon tout desktop-like speed
You wouldn't even need internet access to load some web apps.
