TikTok, social media trends push performance crimes into US spotlight

A rise in thefts of Hyundais and Kias is linked to viral videos posted to TikTok and other social media platforms that teach people how to exploit a security weakness to steal the cars.

Starbucks changes ice cubes for drinks, sparking debate

The change — albeit very small — is apparently infuriating some customers who claim the new nugget ice melts faster and can even dilute drinks.

Montana enacts complete ban on TikTok
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Montana has become the first state to effectively ban TikTok completely with the governor signing a measure that goes into effect on Jan. 1. Brian Haugli, the CEO of Sidechannel joined LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow to discuss the ban and how it would work.

Google says it will begin deleting inactive accounts

If you haven’t logged into your Google account in a while, here's what you need to do in order to avoid losing access to Gmail, YouTube or Google Photos accounts.

Texas parents charge 19-year-old daughter rent; reveal criticism and support

People are sounding off on TikTok as parents charging their children rent has become a topic of discussion. Check out how one family navigated their adult daughter living at home.

Google to add pre-written text prompts to suicide-related search results

When someone searches for suicide-related terms, they’ll see a prompt with conversation starters they can send via text in an effort to “reduce the stigma” of reaching out for help.

Amazon to increase delivery speed while cutting costs

Amazon.com has overhauled its logistics network in an attempt to reduce how far packages have to travel in an attempt to speed deliveries.

Starbucks adds new cold drinks to its 2023 summer menu

The new menu items are now available at Starbucks stores nationwide "for a limited time," the company said.

Jeffrey Epstein-related suit: Virgin Islands says it can’t find Google co-founder Larry Page

The U.S. Virgin Islands government says it's unable to locate Google co-founder Larry Page to serve him a subpoena in an ongoing lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase for allegedly enabling Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring, a new federal filing revealed.

Facebook reaches 3 billion users despite many of them being old

The social media platform born before the iPhone is approaching two decades in existence, and for years it has struggled to stay relevant as newer social media rivals emerge.

Google launches no-password log in feature

The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.

When could the SpaceX Starship launch again?

The SpaceX Starship rockets have been grounded by the Federal Aviation Administration following the historic April 20 Texas launch that resulted in a fiery explosion, with pieces falling into the Gulf of Mexico. 

Apple, Google team up to stop creepy tracking tactics

The two companies submitted a proposal to set standards for combatting secret surveillance on Apple’s AirTag trackers and similar devices.