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Coronavirus: How COVID-19 is changing the way we live
5 key insights on coronavirus from Bill Gate’s Reddit AMA
Philanthropist Bill Gates took to Reddit to answer some questions about the COVID-19 outbreak during an Ask Me Anything session on the Coronavirus subreddit.
Coronavirus panic is creating a scammer’s paradise. Don’t let your guard down
Hackers and scammers are taking advantage of the coronavirus crisis. Here's how to protect yourself.
This app could tell you if you crossed paths with someone who has coronavirus
The free, open-source app shares location data between people’s phones to let them know if they have come in contact with someone who has the coronavirus.
Skillshare unlocks thousands of courses for students at home amid coronavirus
With schools closed during the coronavirus outbreak, Skillshare is opening up its extensive list of unique class offerings for high school and college students.
Facebook bug caused valid coronavirus articles to be marked as spam
A Facebook bug temporarily filtered out legitimate articles about the coronavirus, blocking links to news sites and preventing people from sharing the content.
Tesla’s California plant stays open despite coronavirus closure order
Tesla appears intent on keeping its California factory open despite a recent so-called “shelter in place” orders announced in response to the coronavirus.
Frank Turner’s coronavirus concert livestream cut short by Facebook
Singer Frank Turner had his livestream show knocked offline by Facebook as he sought to raise funds for his crew after gigs were cancelled due to COVID-19.
How often should you clean your gadgets? Probably more than you do
The COVID-19 outbreak has made people much more conscious about washing their hands properly, but are they giving enough attention to the things they touch?
Google’s coronavirus screening website accused of mining health data for profit
Project Baseline, a pilot site set up by Google to give access to COVID-19 testing sites, has been accused of collecting patient data and selling it for profit.
U.S. government and big tech want to use location data to fight coronavirus
Facebook, Google, and other tech companies are in talks with the U.S. government to examine compiling location data to follow the spread of the coronavirus.
Digital Trends Live: Tesla Model Y, TikTok vs. ‘ugly’ people, PlayStation 5
On this Digital Trends Live, host Greg Nibler discusses the biggest tech stories, including coronavirus updates, Tesla delivers the Model Y and PlayStation 5 news.
Facebook gives employees $1,000 each to help them deal with coronavirus crisis
Facebook announced it would give each of its 45,000 full-time workers a $1,000 bonus amid the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, with further bonuses to come later.
Microsoft is retrofitting Teams for work in the coronavirus era
Microsoft Teams has new features focused on people who are noe working from home. These include real-time noise suppression, a raise-hand feature, and more.
AMC and Regal close all their movie theaters over coronavirus
AMC Theatres said it would close all 1,000 of its theaters for at least six to 12 weeks, and Regal Cinemas will close its 542 locations until further notice.
Uber and Lyft suspend carpool option to help prevent coronavirus spread
Rideshare companies Uber and Lyft are temporarily suspending their carpool options for rides amid the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, effective immediately.
Spanish cops deploy speaker-drones to enforce coronavirus lockdown
Spain has told its citizens to stay indoors for the next 15 days as part of measures to tackle the coronavirus, and it's using drones to enforce the order.
Apple offers advice to customers hobbled by its global store closures
Apple Stores outside of China are closed until March 28 due to the coronavirus. A new FAQ page answers a bunch of questions related to possible customer issues.
In the time of the coronavirus, a home gym offers the safest workout
Gyms are prime candidates for strict closures. Considering how people use machines, showers, and other public spaces, it's worth looking into a home gym.
Universal Pictures moves to release movies currently in theaters to On Demand
Universal Pictures will this week release movies like Emma, The Invisible Man, and The Hunt on Xfinity On Demand for two-day rentals starting at $20 per movie.
Israel seeks treasure trove of sensitive phone data to track coronavirus cases
The classified dataset would help the government decide what citizens should be quarantined based on if they crossed paths with someone who has the coronavirus.
Virtual learning: How to keep your kids engaged while they’re off from school
A lot of kids are home from school these next few weeks due to the coronavirus, but that doesn’t mean they have to pause educational and interactive learning.
Hackers try to disrupt Health and Human Services Department’s COVID-19 efforts
No data was taken from Sunday's cyberattack, but false information about a national quarantine quickly spread throughout the internet as a result of the hack.
Microsoft launches a coronavirus tracker as part of Bing
Microsoft has launched its own tracker for people to follow the spread of coronavirus, officially called COVID-19, as part of its Bing search engine.
GM, Ford, FCA, and UAW join forces to limit effects of coronavirus
GM, Ford, FCA, and the United Auto Workers have joined forces to implement new measures designed to protect employees and avoid disruption caused by COVID-19.
NBA season suspension due to coronavirus breaks part of NBA 2K20 MyLeague mode
The NBA Today option of NBA 2K20's MyLeague mode is causing the game to crash, as there are no matches to simulate due to the suspension of the NBA season.
NASA urging employees to work remotely after second confirmed coronavirus case
NASA is requesting its employees work from home after a case of the coronavirus, officially called COVID-19, was confirmed at the Marshall Space Flight Center.
Apple bans nonofficial coronavirus apps from its App Store
Apple is forbidding the release of entertainment or gaming apps related to the global outbreak of coronavirus from its App Store.
Hackers using Johns Hopkins’ online coronavirus dashboard to trick victims
Hackers are using a false version of Johns Hopkins University's online coronavirus dashboard to spread malware, amid concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
Samsung stores, service centers offer to disinfect smartphones with UV-C light
Samsung is offering the free Galaxy Sanitizing Service in select stores and service centers. It disinfects smartphones with UV-C light instead of chemicals.
Trump said Google is making a website to help coronavirus testing. It’s not
President Donald Trump announced Friday that Google will develop a website that will help streamline testing for COVID-19. Google was surprised by the news.
Pokémon Go’s latest event avoids coronavirus by allowing you to play from home
Pokémon Go's latest event won't make players leave the house, which is good for those trying to avoid gatherings and stay safe from any coronavirus concerns.
Amazon the latest firm asking staff to work from home — if possible
Amazon is the latest tech firm asking its global workforce to work from home where possible, part of measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
AT&T halts caps on broadband data as coronavirus drives many Americans inside
AT&T is the first internet service provider to temporarily halt its cap on broadband speeds due to the coronavirus. Other ISPs are being urged to follow suit,
President Trump suspended travel from Europe. What does it mean for tech?
President Donald Trump announced a 30-day suspension of travel from Europe. Here's how it impacts tech.
This website will tell you what’s been canceled because of coronavirus
On isitcanceledyet.com, you can find the events, organizations, sporting events, places, and more that have been canceled or postponed due to the coronavirus.
Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus, Ring Video Doorbell 3, Blue Origin peek
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories of the day, including the continued dramatic fallout of coronavirus cancellations, and more.
Fast & Furious 9 release postponed as coronavirus fears grip Hollywood
The release of Fast & Furious 9 has been delayed one year due to the growing spread of the coronavirus. The sequel film is now set for release in April 2021.
NBA suspends season after Utah Jazz player diagnosed with coronavirus
The National Basketball Association opted to suspend its season after a player for the Utah Jazz tested positive for COVID-19, the new strain of coronavirus.