Key takeaways from new reports on Russian disinformation
Russians seeking to influence U.S. elections through social media had their eyes on Instagram and the black community. These were among the findings in two reports released Monday by the Senate intelligence committee. Separate studies from University of Oxford researchers and the cybersecurity firm New Knowledge reveal insights into how Russian agents sought to influence Americans by saturating...
Russians seeking to influence U.S. elections through social media had their eyes on Instagram and the black community. These were among the findings in two reports released Monday by the Senate intelligence committee. Separate studies from University of Oxford researchers and the cybersecurity firm New Knowledge reveal insights into how Russian agents sought to influence Americans by saturating...
Russia social media influence efforts ongoing, report says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Russia's sweeping political disinformation campaign on U.S. social media was more far-reaching than originally thought, with troll farms working to discourage black voters and "blur the lines between reality and fiction" to help elect Donald Trump in 2016, according to reports released Monday by the Senate intelligence committee.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Russia's sweeping political disinformation campaign on U.S. social media was more far-reaching than originally thought, with troll farms working to discourage black voters and "blur the lines between reality and fiction" to help elect Donald Trump in 2016, according to reports released Monday by the Senate intelligence committee.
GOP campaign committee reports 'cyber intrusion'
The National Republican Congressional Committee says it was hit with a "cyber intrusion" during the 2018 midterm campaign and the breach has been reported to the FBI.
The National Republican Congressional Committee says it was hit with a "cyber intrusion" during the 2018 midterm campaign and the breach has been reported to the FBI.
Facebook blocks 115 accounts ahead of US midterm elections
Facebook said it blocked 115 accounts for suspected "coordinated inauthentic behavior" linked to foreign groups attempting to interfere in Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections.
Facebook said it blocked 115 accounts for suspected "coordinated inauthentic behavior" linked to foreign groups attempting to interfere in Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections.
Amazon to split HQ2 between two cities; Dallas among finalists
There’s been a change in plans for Amazon’s new second headquarters that can now benefit more than one city.
There’s been a change in plans for Amazon’s new second headquarters that can now benefit more than one city.
Google employees say 'Not OK,' walk out to protest treatment of women
Carrying signs that included a mocking reference to the company's original "Don't be evil" motto, thousands of Google employees around the world briefly walked off the job Thursday to protest what they said was the tech giant's mishandling of sexual misconduct allegations against executives.
Carrying signs that included a mocking reference to the company's original "Don't be evil" motto, thousands of Google employees around the world briefly walked off the job Thursday to protest what they said was the tech giant's mishandling of sexual misconduct allegations against executives.
DOJ suing state of California over hours-old net neutrality protections law
California Gov. Jerry Brown signed the nation's toughest net neutrality measure Sunday, requiring internet providers to maintain a level playing field online. The move prompted an immediate lawsuit by the Trump administration.
California Gov. Jerry Brown signed the nation's toughest net neutrality measure Sunday, requiring internet providers to maintain a level playing field online. The move prompted an immediate lawsuit by the Trump administration.
Twitter permanently bans Alex Jones, Infowars citing abuse
Twitter is permanently banning right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his "Infowars" show for abusive behavior.
Twitter is permanently banning right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his "Infowars" show for abusive behavior.
New technology to help paralyzed veterans showcased at Dallas event
A national group of paralyzed veterans is in North Texas this week showcasing the newest technology and healthcare advancements for disabled vets.
A national group of paralyzed veterans is in North Texas this week showcasing the newest technology and healthcare advancements for disabled vets.
Twitter CEO defends decision not to ban Alex Jones, Infowars
LONDON (AP) — Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey defended his company's decision not to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his "Infowars" show, as many other social media platforms have done, saying he did not break any rules.
LONDON (AP) — Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey defended his company's decision not to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his "Infowars" show, as many other social media platforms have done, saying he did not break any rules.
Gun blueprint maker Cody Wilson says "How can I build a project that can end American gun control?"
A dispute over 3D-printed guns has transformed into a national legal debate over weeks, drawing attention to a technology that seems somewhat science fiction.
A dispute over 3D-printed guns has transformed into a national legal debate over weeks, drawing attention to a technology that seems somewhat science fiction.
Apple becomes first publicly traded company to be worth $1 trillion
Apple is the world's first publicly traded company to be valued at $1 trillion, the financial fruit of stylish technology that has redefined what we expect from our gadgets.
Apple is the world's first publicly traded company to be valued at $1 trillion, the financial fruit of stylish technology that has redefined what we expect from our gadgets.
Facebook finds 'sophisticated' efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to disrupt elections
Facebook says it has uncovered 'sophisticated' efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to influence U.S. politics on its platforms.
Facebook says it has uncovered 'sophisticated' efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to influence U.S. politics on its platforms.
EU fines Google a record $5 billion over mobile system, Mountain View company vows to appeal
The European Union's antitrust chief has fined Google a record $5 billion for abusing the market dominance of its Android mobile phone operating system.
The European Union's antitrust chief has fined Google a record $5 billion for abusing the market dominance of its Android mobile phone operating system.
Fox4ward: The Promise, and the Perils, of Artificial Intelligence
You've no doubt noticed the technology we use every day is getting smarter and smarter, capable of doing more and more, at ever-increasing speed. However, some very prominent people are voicing serious concerns, about what Artificial Intelligence means to our future. Dan Godwin takes a look, in this Fox4ward.
You've no doubt noticed the technology we use every day is getting smarter and smarter, capable of doing more and more, at ever-increasing speed. However, some very prominent people are voicing serious concerns, about what Artificial Intelligence means to our future. Dan Godwin takes a look, in this Fox4ward.
Governor directs ADOT to suspend Uber's ability to test autonomous cars on AZ roads
Governor Doug Ducey has directed the ADOT to suspend Uber's ability to test and operate autonomous cars on Arizona's public roadways, indefinitely.
Governor Doug Ducey has directed the ADOT to suspend Uber's ability to test and operate autonomous cars on Arizona's public roadways, indefinitely.
Atlanta Mayor: No evidence citizen, employee data compromised in cyberattack
Atlanta city leaders are bracing for the impact of a cyberattack affecting several city departments. Atlanta Mayor Kesha Lance Bottoms confirmed on Thursday that the city's computer servers were under attack.
Atlanta city leaders are bracing for the impact of a cyberattack affecting several city departments. Atlanta Mayor Kesha Lance Bottoms confirmed on Thursday that the city's computer servers were under attack.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg releases statement on data breach
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg released a statement Wednesday following Facebook’s massive data breach in the incident with Cambridge Analytica.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg released a statement Wednesday following Facebook’s massive data breach in the incident with Cambridge Analytica.
AP Exclusive: Russia Twitter trolls deflected Trump bad news
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Disguised Russian agents on Twitter rushed to deflect scandalous news about Donald Trump just before last year's presidential election while straining to refocus criticism on the mainstream media and Hillary Clinton's campaign, according to an Associated Press analysis of since-deleted accounts.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Disguised Russian agents on Twitter rushed to deflect scandalous news about Donald Trump just before last year's presidential election while straining to refocus criticism on the mainstream media and Hillary Clinton's campaign, according to an Associated Press analysis of since-deleted accounts.
Lawmakers release Russia-linked Facebook ads
Lawmakers on Wednesday released a trove of Facebook ads linked to a Russian effort to disrupt the American political process and whip up tensions around divisive social issues.
Lawmakers on Wednesday released a trove of Facebook ads linked to a Russian effort to disrupt the American political process and whip up tensions around divisive social issues.