FTC smacks down robocallers, but the penalties don’t match their heinous crimes
The fight against robocallers is just getting started, and the wheel of justice turns slowly, but the FTC just took down a handful of major operations...
The Marriage of Silicon Valley and the Pentagon Is Happening Whether You Like It or Not
Reports of the death of Silicon Valley’s relationship with the Pentagon have been greatly exaggerated. Read more… Source : The Marriage of Silicon Valley and the...
Mattress startup Casper valued at $1.1B with new funding
Direct-to-consumer mattress business Casper has secured a $100 million Series D investment from existing investors Target, NEA, IVP and Norwest Venture Partners. The fresh infusion of...
How Historic Flooding in the Midwest Could Fuel the Gulf of Mexico ‘Dead Zone’
The byzantine networks of rivers and streams that drain the Midwest is facing a flooding crisis of historic proportions. The multibillion disaster centered in Nebraska will...
7 of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s most inspirational speeches
Since Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was elected to Congress, she’s brought a refreshing and powerfully passionate energy to Washington, DC. When she isn’t mastering the art of the...
‘Game of Thrones’ announces behind-the-scenes doc to air week after finale
Those tight-lipped Game of Thrones creators are finally ready to spill their secrets. Announced today by HBO, Game of Thrones: The Last Watch is an upcoming...
How to make sure that your product is accessible to all users
Beth Franssen Contributor Beth Franssen is an expert in digital accessibility, WCAG and Section 508 compliance. She helps fintech, retail and payment companies implement digital accessibility...
Sleepy monk seal queen passes out in the sand
There have been many times in my life when I’ve just wanted to pass out on the floor — whether I’ve been sober or not sober,...
How to find out if your password has been stolen
Given the recent spate of data breaches, it has become necessary to secure your online accounts. These tools will help you figure out if your account...
In the Wake of Failed Alzheimer’s Drug Trials, Scientists Are Cautiously Finding Hope With a New Strategy
The field of Alzheimer’s research is one filled with disappointment. Just last week, yet another drug failed its Phase 3 clinical trial, continuing the 15-year-long losing...
