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This app makes it easy to compare Uber and Lyft fares in real-time
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. In her hit anthem Friday, a 13-year-old Rebecca Black sang about the torture of not knowing where to sit on the way to school. äàëüøå »
2019-5-30 20:00 | |
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ABN AMRO is helping BUX blockchainify its new stock trading app
A division of the major Dutch bank ABN AMRO and a mobile trading app are collaborating to offer stock investments using the blockchain. The bank‘s securities investment arm ABN AMRO Clearing Bank and BUX announced today that they have signed a partnership contract to use the bank‘s blockchain-based technology in its latest app, called STOCKS. äàëüøå »
2019-5-29 16:01 | |
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This game reveals the hidden racial bias of dating app algorithms
It should be no surprise that racial bias factors into swiping matches on dating apps, like Tinder — but algorithms used by these apps may also reinforce prejudice. This is why developer, Ben Berman, and designer, Miguel Perez created MonsterMatch, a game that simulates a dating app while exposing the inherent bias that fuels its matching algorithms. äàëüøå »
2019-5-29 14:32 | |
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Former Coinbase CTO: “I don’t think any crypto can compete with Bitcoin”
Balaji Srinivasan, the former CTO of Coinbase and general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, believes that the “blockchainification” of every major web app is the obvious investment strategy for the next 10 years. äàëüøå »
2019-5-28 11:42 | |
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PSA: Stay away from this ‘Bitcoin Collector’ app – it’s malware
Have you come across a new “Bitcoin Collector” program promising up to $45 worth of free cryptocurrency each day? It might sound enticing, but best to stay away: the app is a virus designed to infect your system with ransomware or password-stealing malware. äàëüøå »
2019-5-27 13:30 | |
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Thailand’s oldest bank hints at new blockchain app powered by Ripple
Thailand‘s oldest bank, Siam Commerical Bank (SCM), has hinted it will be experimenting with blockchain technology powered by Ripple. Earlier this week, rumors of its blockchain pilot surfaced online after eagle-eyed users took to Twitter to share images of what appears to be a Ripple-based app for cross-border transactions. äàëüøå »
2019-5-23 16:43 | |
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Bolt won’t beat Uber by copying it – it needs to forge its own path
Bolt, previously known as Taxify, is a ride-sharing app and one of Estonia‘s four unicorns (AKA startups valued at over $1 billion). On a visit to Talinn, TNW met with Martin Villig, the company’s co-founder, to hear about Bolt’s plans to become the de facto transport app in the world. äàëüøå »
2019-5-23 15:02 | |
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As Bitcoin surges, hackers rush to spread cryptocurrency malware on Google Play
An unfortunate consequence of Bitcoin’s price revival in recent weeks is the resurgence of cryptocurrency malware on Google Play. ESET security researchers, have verified that there were at least two apps on Google Play specifically designed to steal users’ coins. äàëüøå »
2019-5-23 13:25 | |
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Binance sees ‘higher number of orders’ than peak Bitcoin frenzy of 2017; hints at iOS app for Binance
Binance exchange, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, was reported to have problems with a couple of users since there was too much load on the exchange, especially with Web, PC, APP. äàëüøå »
2019-5-22 21:38 | |
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How the messaging app ‘bthere’ became a sexual assault prevention tool
For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. This story explores how the app bthere wants to combat and prevent sexual assault on college campuses using group messages and geolocation tracking. äàëüøå »
2019-5-21 17:52 | |
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TikTok’s owner is reportedly launching a music streaming app in July
Yesterday, Chinese company ByteDance – which owns TikTok, Helo, and Vigo Video – launched a chat app called Flipchat. Now, a new report from Bloomberg suggests its reportedly launching a music streaming app this year. äàëüøå »
2019-5-21 16:45 | |
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I’m walking Huawei: here are 4 great Android phones you can buy instead
Huawei‘s in a spot of bother. Google has suspended its business operations with the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, meaning Huawei no longer has access to Android and a raft of other Google services. äàëüøå »
2019-5-20 19:08 | |
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TikTok maker’s new app is another shot in the Chinese social media battle
ByteDance, the world likes and preferences. A (rough) translation of its iTunes description reads: Fly chat is an interest-based social app. Here you will find familiar [features like] chat, audio and video calls. äàëüøå »
2019-5-20 15:20 | |
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Google’s new free app teaches kids to read by listening to them
Google has just ripped the beta label off Rivet, its free mobile app designed to help young children learn to read. Designed by the company’s Area 120 incubator for employees’ big ideas, Rivet comes with more than 2,000 books for children, categorized by topic and reading level. äàëüøå »
2019-5-16 17:53 | |
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This site generates batshit crazy blockchain use-cases that are stupidly real
The blockchain space has struggled with a lack of legitimate use-cases — but a new site solves that problem by generating revolutionary projects on demand. Thanks to marketeer Tamas Torok, cryptocurrency entrepreneurs can simply click a button to receive “inspired” applications of distributed ledger technology like the one below. äàëüøå »
2019-5-14 18:43 | |
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PSA: Update WhatsApp now to prevent spyware from being installed on your phone
WhatsApp, the messaging app used by more than 1. 5 billion worldwide, says it’s patched a critical security vulnerability which allowed attackers to secretly infect phones with malicious spyware by just calling phone numbers over an in-app audio call. äàëüøå »
2019-5-14 14:18 | |
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Twitter bug accidentally shared location data of some iOS users
Twitter says it has fixed a bug that resulted in a user’s approximate location information being shared with an unnamed Twitter partner. “We have discovered that we were inadvertently collecting and sharing iOS location data with one of our trusted partners in certain circumstances,” the company said in a blog post. äàëüøå »
2019-5-14 10:46 | |
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Supreme Court ruling means Apple could face lawsuits from lots of angry customers
The United States Supreme Court ruled this week that users could sue Apple for allegedly monopolizing the App Store and driving up the price of apps. This means that, if you’re so inclined, you could bring suit against Apple for overcharging you. äàëüøå »
2019-5-14 23:12 | |
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Google brings playable podcasts to search results
At I/O 2019, Google announced that it will start including podcasts in search results so that you can listen to them right away without the need for a standalone podcast app. The feature, as of today, has gone live across both desktop and mobile web. äàëüøå »
2019-5-10 17:23 | |
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Control as Liability
The regulatory and legal environment around internet-based services and applications has changed considerably over the last decade. When large-scale social networking platforms first became popular in the 2000s, the general attitude toward mass data collection was essentially “why not?”. äàëüøå »
2019-5-11 04:03 | |
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Tencent’s Chinese PUBG dupe has enemies who wave after you shoot them
Tencent revealed this week it would be pulling its test version of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds from the Chinese market. Instead, it’s going to publish a similar but more, um, approachable app called “Game for Peace. äàëüøå »
2019-5-10 03:41 | |
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Bumble’s Louise Troen on censoring dick pics using AI
We’re coming to you live from day one of TNW 2019, our flagship conference in Amsterdam. Up next is Louise Troen, Bumble’s iconic VP of Internal Marketing and Communications in the UK. Troen joined Bumble when the billion-dollar company was still a small team. äàëüøå »
2019-5-9 12:53 | |
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WeChat quietly bans cryptocurrency fundraising
The Chinese equivalent of WhatsApp, WeChat, has updated its terms of service to ban merchants from fundraising by using tokens or cryptocurrencies. The Tencent-operated chat messaging app quietly revised its policy last month; the new policy will take effect on May 31. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 17:19 | |
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TNW2019 Daily: Don’t miss these great workshops
We only have two more days until TNW Conference! Things are really coming together now. We’ve started building at NDSM and it’s looking super cool. Check it out: But speaking of getting ready for TNW2019, have you registered for workshops yet? The best companies in tech are sharing their knowledge – don’t miss the chance to learn from them! Make sure to sign up with your ticket. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 16:40 | |
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Microsoft releases Visual Studio dev kit for Ethereum dapps
Microsoft is further broadening its suite of enterprise-grade blockchain tools with the launch of a Visual Studio development kit for Ethereum and its own Azure blockchain. The Redmond giant tech firm officially announced the launch of the dev kit in a blog post yesterday, as spotted by CoinDesk. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 14:39 | |
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Twitter will now let you add pictures, GIFs, and videos to RTs
Starting today, Twitter will now let you add pictures, videos, or GIFs to your retweets with comments. This update is rolling out to its iOS, Android, and mobile web app worldwide. In a strange way of showing off the feature, the company responded to one of the users’ older tweets demanding the feature, with a GIF. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 12:54 | |
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Brave browser gaining impressive traction on Android, on par with Chrome
Among mobile web browsers downloads, Brave has pushed its way into third, narrowly behind Google Chrome by Play Store rankings. Through a combination of innovative features including a native cryptocurrency, built-in privacy, and a streamlined experience, the app has been able to make headway in a well-entrenched industry. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 12:46 | |
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Windows 10 gets a legit Linux kernel and a souped-up terminal app
Aeons ago, a sweat-drenched Steve Ballmer took to the stage of a Windows 2000 conference and, with the hypnotic repetition of a Gregorian monk on acid, chanted “Developers, developers, developers. äàëüøå »
2019-5-7 03:49 | |
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Apple’s iOS 13 slated to focus on replacing other companies’ apps
Apple’s developer conference WWDC now less than a month away, and Bloomberg’s latest report spills beans on what to expect from the event. The company will reportedly bring a ton of changes with iOS 13, watchOS 6, and MacOS 10. äàëüøå »
2019-5-6 18:45 | |
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How Lush is elevating the retail experience through ethical technology
Cosmetics company Lush is well-known for using their voice to support global causes. From wildlife protection to LGBTQ+ rights, Lush aims to give more than it takes from society and the environment – and they’re using the latest tech to do it. äàëüøå »
2019-5-3 16:03 | |
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TNW2019 Daily: Working parent? We got you
We’re exactly one week away from TNW Conference! As we get closer to the event, I’d like to share some practical resources for you to use on May 9 and 10. TNW2019 tips and tricks Make your life easier by downloading the official TNW2019 app. äàëüøå »
2019-5-2 18:32 | |
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PSA: You can now auto-delete your location and web history on Google
It’s no secret that, unless you explicitly opt out, Google keeps an extensive record of your every activity on its digital real estate. From your location history to the searches you perform on Google and YouTube, the company goes to great lengths to glean more information about you in the hope that it can serve better ads based on your web habits. äàëüøå »
2019-5-2 10:21 | |
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Amazon wants to deliver crime news and fear to Ring doorbell owners
Amazon is in the process of a curious hire – a Managing Editor, News – to help bring “breaking crime news alerts” to owners of Ring’s home security gadgets. It’s odd because it’s arguably the first time a security firm has required someone to fill this position within its ranks. äàëüøå »
2019-4-30 10:41 | |
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Mobile VR game gathers ‘1,700 years’ worth of Alzheimer’s research data
A virtual reality game and its app predecessor, intended to help detect early signs of Alzheimer’s, have accrued over 1,700 years’ worth of data in the two years it’s been on the market, according to its developers, thanks to its millions of players. äàëüøå »
2019-4-30 00:35 | |
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TNW2019 Daily: Get the official app
TNW Conference, our tech festival in Amsterdam, is only ten days away. As the countdown approaches zero, we want to make sure you have everything you’ll need at the touch of a button. That’s why we built our very own TNW2019 app. äàëüøå »
2019-4-29 18:29 | |
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Lolli, The Bitcoin Cash Back Shopping Rewards Web Browser App, Gets A Trial Run
Test Run Of Bitcoin Rewards App Lolli Lolli is a bitcoin rewards app that states it rewards users with free bitcoin when they shop online. A recent article by BreakerMag discusses a test run with the application. äàëüøå »
2019-4-26 21:52 | |
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Gab Forks Brave, Adding Bitcoin Lightning For a New ‘Free Speech Browser’
The controversial social media site Gab has built its own Dissenter web browser. The browser is the first step in eventually creating a “free-speech marketplace and app store that is powered by free-speech money, bitcoin. äàëüøå »
2019-4-26 19:00 | |
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Brave Blockchain Browser Asks Gab ‘What the Fork’ as New Gab Web Browser is Based on BAT Code
As many of our regular readers are probably well aware of, pro-free speech social media platform ‘Gab’ has been on the lookout for creative ways to resist being silenced recently. This is because the app is banned from pretty much every popular payment processor on the market. In the wake of these developments, Gab’s core […] äàëüøå »
2019-4-26 17:25 | |
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Mario Kart Tour could be Nintendo’s biggest smartphone win
Nintendo is preparing to offer up its next mobile game, and rumor has it the company is hoping this one will be a gold mine. Given the franchise it’s from — and what Nintendo has done adapting its less well-known series — it probably will be. äàëüøå »
2019-4-25 20:11 | |
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TikTok is no longer banned in India — but the app is still unavailable
A week-long ban of popular social video creation app TikTok in India has been reversed, according to a report by Reuters, citing two lawyers involved in the case. The Android and iOS apps, however, are yet to return to Apple and Google’s app stores. äàëüøå »
2019-4-25 15:02 | |
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China’s dating apps are experimenting with livestreamed matchmaking
Chinants, a sort of talk show where app users are both the hosts and the audience. Confused? We’re not surprised. There’s nothing like it in the western app space, so here’s a quick breakdown of the feature flow: 1. äàëüøå »
2019-4-25 11:49 | |
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eToro is giving away $1,650,000 worth of Ethereum for free
Have you been itching to make your first cryptocurrency investment, but you’re too afraid to get in on the hype at the wrong time? eToro‘s got your back. The social trading platform is giving away free Ethereum to anyone who opens an account in its standalone wallet app. äàëüøå »
2019-4-24 16:35 | |
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WhatsApp is failing to stop the spread of child abuse videos
Facebook-owned WhatsApp continues to be a hotbed for sharing sexual abuse videos in India, according to fresh findings from Cyber Peace Foundation (CPF), a New Delhi-based cyber security and policy think tank that fights against online crimes and warfare. äàëüøå »
2019-4-24 16:32 | |
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BlackBerry Messenger is shutting down after nearly 14 years (unless you pay)
Before there was WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or WeChat, there was BlackBerry Messenger. Launched in August of 2005, BBM was the first popular mobile chat to pull people away from text messages or desktop clients. äàëüøå »
2019-4-19 03:53 | |
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Google/Amazon deal sends YouTube to FireTV and Prime Video to Chromecast (finally)
After a stand-off that’s lasted years, Google and Amazon have made peace and finally agreed to put their streaming apps on each other’s platforms. Yes, that means Prime is coming to Chromecasts, while YouTube will finally be available on Fire TVs. äàëüøå »
2019-4-18 20:40 | |
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Apple’s reportedly making a tag to track your things
Last night, 9to5Mac reported that Apple is working on an app – codenamed GreenTorch – that’ll replace Find My iPhone and Find My Friends app with merged functionality. The company is also supposedly working a tag-like hardware device – internally known as “B389”– to help you find non-Apple products. äàëüøå »
2019-4-18 14:45 | |
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How to set a monthly budget for your Google Play purchases on Android
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Google has updated its Play Store with a handy new feature that lets you set a monthly budget to help keep your app and digital media purchases in check. äàëüøå »
2019-4-18 11:23 | |
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India asks Google and Apple to ban TikTok — because ‘porn’
A few weeks after an Indian High Court asked the country’s government to ban TikTok, the authorities have asked Apple and Google to remove the app from their stores. The high court had accused the 15-second video making app of allegedly ‘encouraging pornography. äàëüøå »
2019-4-16 12:02 | |
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