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Brené Brown says she's pausing her Spotify-exclusive podcast
Brené Brown is pausing her popular Spotify podcasts right as artists are leaving the service over Joe Rogan's COVID-19 misinformation.
T-Mobile will fire unvaccinated corporate employees starting April 2nd
T-Mobile will fire corporate employees who aren’t fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by April 2nd.
Spotify reportedly has a very limited set of COVID content guidelines
Apparently, Spotify reviewed multiple controversial Joe Rogan Experience episodes and found that they didn't meet the threshold for removal.
Joni Mitchell will remove her music from Spotify over 'lies' that cost 'people their lives'
Mitchell published a short statement saying "irresponsible people are spreading lies that are costing people their lives."
Fox News host Dan Bongino earned himself a Google Ads ban too
Days after he was permanently banned from YouTube, Dan Bongino has also lost his ability to earn revenue from Google ads.
Neil Young was fed up with Spotify’s ‘shitty’ sound quality anyway
The musician 'felt better' after his music was removed from the platform this week.
Moderna begins early-stage trials of mRNA-based HIV vaccine
Moderna has begun early-stage clinical trials of an HIV mRNA vaccine,
iOS 15.4 beta supports Face ID while wearing a mask
You soon may might not need an Apple Watch or a passcode while masked up.
Spotify will remove Neil Young music following Joe Rogan dispute
Spotify is removing Neil Young's music after the artist gave an ultimatum over Joe Rogan's vaccine misinformation.
Airbnb will offer travel insurance this spring
Airbnb will offer travel insurance this spring to reassure guests worried about resuming travel.
COVIDTests.gov is accepting orders for free rapid tests a day early
You can request four tests per household and the USPS will start deliveries later this month.
Face mask sensor can detect leaks and your heart rate
A new face mask sensor can measure your heart rate and even detect leaks.
Apple reportedly requires employees to get COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
Apple will reportedly require all retail and corporate staff to get COVID-19 vaccine booster shots if they want to enter stores and offices.
Fox News host Dan Bongino suspended on YouTube over COVID-19 misinformation
Bongino was suspended after claiming masks are useless in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
US residents can order free, at-home COVID-19 tests starting on January 19th
The White House has set up a website where you can request four tests per household.
Doctors and scientists call on Spotify to create misinformation policy
The doctors and scientists fighting vaccine misinformation want Spotify to establish a clear policy on the matter.
Meta delays return to office to an optimistic March 28th
The company, which was known as Facebook at the start of this pandemic, has updated its guidance a half dozen times.
Recommended Reading: The fate of Apple and Google's contact tracing tech
Recommended Reading highlights the week's best long-form writing on technology and more.
E3 will be online-only again this year
The ESA cited concerns over 'COVID-19 and its potential impact on the safety of exhibitors and attendees.'
Some Facebook moderators can work from home following protests
Facebook moderators can work from home after protesting their contractor's demand they return to the office.