After former President Donald J. Trump undermined public confidence in elections, Republican lawmakers are defending voting restrictions by citing a lack of public confidence.
How ‘Put That on Top Shot!’ Became a New N.B.A. Mantra
Professional basketball players are buying and selling digital video highlights while preaching the tech industry’s cryptocurrency gospel.
‘Antitrust’ by Amy Klobuchar, and ‘The Tyranny of Big Tech’ by Josh Hawley
The senators are on opposite sides of the aisle, but both speak out on the dangers of big tech in their new books. It’s weird, really, how alike they sound.
Pipeline Hack Points to Growing Cybersecurity Risk for Energy System
Energy infrastructure has increasingly come under assault, and analysts said the attack that cut off fuel supplies this week should be a “wake-up call.”
Coinbase made $771 million in profit in the first quarter, benefiting from cryptocurrency mania.
The company said rivals were swarming the market and increasing competition and that it was spending heavily on marketing and development to keep ahead of its competitors.
The Apple and Amazon Side Hustles
The companies say they always do what’s best for us, but their advertising businesses suggest otherwise.
A Phishing Test Promised Workers a Covid Bonus. Now They Want an Apology.
As pandemic-related scams rise, experts say companies should tread carefully with cybersecurity exercises like one that has prompted anger in Britain.
Biden Signs Executive Order to Bolster Federal Government’s Cybersecurity
President Biden’s order places strict new standards on software sold to the government.
Tesla stops accepting Bitcoin as payment for its cars.
Elon Musk, Tesla’s chief executive, blamed the amount of energy, increasingly generated from fossil fuels, used by Bitcoin.
Lordstown Motors Shares Plunge as Investors See Problems
Lordstown Motors said it would start producing and selling electric pickup trucks this year, but there is little evidence it is ready to do so. Its stock has tumbled from a high of about $30 last year to around $8.
Low-income households can now apply for a $50 monthly discount for internet.
The Federal Communications Commission said 825 broadband providers have agreed to offer the discounts. The program also allows for a one-time laptop subsidy of $100.
Inside Jeff Bezos’ Obsessions
Amazon has had a boss with big ideas and incredible persistence. That hasn’t always been helpful.
Latest News on the Shutdown: Pipeline Resumes Operation
Company says it will take several days before the supply of energy returns to normal.
Feeling Stuck on Twitter and Facebook? So Is Everyone Else.
Our complicated relationship with social media might be simpler than it feels. Just remember how it started.
Why Is New TV So Much Like Cable?
The standard business practices developing around streaming entertainment are rotten and need to change.
Semiconductor Makers and Users Form a Group to Push for Chip Funding
The new coalition comes amid a global semiconductor shortage that has caused disruptions throughout the economy.
When It Comes to Taxes, Being Tracked Can Be a Good Thing
With remote work more common now, tax apps that track your location have become relevant for professionals who want to work wherever they want to live.
FBI Confirms DarkSide as Colonial Pipeline Hacker
The attack by DarkSide, a relatively new criminal group believed to have roots in Eastern Europe, exposed the remarkable vulnerability of key American infrastructure.
Biden Plans Order to Strengthen U.S. Cyberattack Defenses
A hacking of a major pipeline, the latest evidence of the nation’s vulnerabilities to cyberattacks, prompted questions about whether the administration should go further.
As Scrutiny of Cryptocurrency Grows, the Industry Turns to K Street
Companies behind digital currencies are rushing to hire well-connected lobbyists, lawyers and consultants as the battle over how to regulate them intensifies.
Stay Safe From App Tracking
What we can learn from Apple’s privacy labels, and how we can better protect our information.
Colonial Pipeline: A Vital Artery for Fuel
Growing domestic production of oil and gas has led to reduced refining capacity in the Northeast, increasing the reliance on fuel sent from Texas.
Dozens of state prosecutors tell Facebook to stop its plans for a children’s version of Instagram.
“Without a doubt, this is a dangerous idea that risks the safety of our children and puts them directly in harm’s way,” Letitia James, New York’s attorney general said in a statement.
What to Do If Your Car is Recalled
Recalls are common, but receiving a notice can still be unnerving. Here’s what to expect.
Cyberattack Forces a Shutdown of a Top U.S. Pipeline
The operator, Colonial Pipeline, said it had halted systems for its 5,500 miles of pipeline after being hit by a ransomware attack.
Online Cheating Charges Upend Dartmouth Medical School
The university accused 17 students of cheating on remote exams, raising questions about data mining and sowing mistrust on campus.
Pipeline Shutdown Has Had Little Impact on Supplies So Far
But some energy analysts warned of possible shortages and higher prices if the suspension continues into the week.
Seeing the Real Faces of Silicon Valley
For many midlevel engineers and food truck workers and longtime residents, a region filled with extremes has become increasingly inhospitable.
The Separate Worlds of Bill and Melinda Gates
They built an empire that was essential in the pandemic. Now, their impending divorce makes personal a shift that confidants say was well underway in their philanthropic roles.
NASA Mars Helicopter Makes One-Way Flight to New Mission
Ingenuity has flown almost flawlessly through the red planet’s thin air and will now assist the science mission of the Perseverance rover.