FTC issuing nearly $1,000 in average refunds to victims of tech support scam
Victims of the scheme were tricked into buying “expensive and unnecessary tech support services,” the FTC said. The scammers often claimed to be affiliated with Microsoft, Apple, and other tech companies.
Victims of the scheme were tricked into buying “expensive and unnecessary tech support services,” the FTC said. The scammers often claimed to be affiliated with Microsoft, Apple, and other tech companies.
Chipotle renames Kansas City location after Travis Kelce's old tweet
“Went from class to therapy, now I need some #chipolte and then I'm off to check out my new apt!!" the now-NFL star posted in 2011.
“Went from class to therapy, now I need some #chipolte and then I'm off to check out my new apt!!" the now-NFL star posted in 2011.
OpenAI employees threaten to quit, follow Altman
The future of OpenAI is in question after hundreds of employees at the artificial intelligence company are threatening to quit. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the ongoing saga with MarketWatch reporter Jon Swartz.
The future of OpenAI is in question after hundreds of employees at the artificial intelligence company are threatening to quit. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the ongoing saga with MarketWatch reporter Jon Swartz.
Robotic legs allowing children to take first steps
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
Microsoft hires OpenAI founder Sam Altman after being ousted
Meanwhile, the new head of ChatGPT maker OpenAI said Monday that he would launch an investigation into the firing of Sam Altman -- a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world.
Meanwhile, the new head of ChatGPT maker OpenAI said Monday that he would launch an investigation into the firing of Sam Altman -- a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world.
YouTube testing new AI feature that emulates voices of popular singers
The new tool lets users create a track by humming a song.
The new tool lets users create a track by humming a song.
Apple agrees to improve texting between iPhones and Androids
But are the green bubbles going away? Here's what to know about Apple's decision to adopt the RCS messaging standard that will bring a wider range of iMessage-style features to chats between iPhone and Android users.
But are the green bubbles going away? Here's what to know about Apple's decision to adopt the RCS messaging standard that will bring a wider range of iMessage-style features to chats between iPhone and Android users.
Senate hearing on senior scams and AI
"While these predatory schemes have existed for decades, we know that the pandemic has only exacerbated this issue, as fraudsters preyed on fear and uncertainty surrounding the virus" said Chairman Bob Casey during opening statements at the special committee on aging.
"While these predatory schemes have existed for decades, we know that the pandemic has only exacerbated this issue, as fraudsters preyed on fear and uncertainty surrounding the virus" said Chairman Bob Casey during opening statements at the special committee on aging.
These are the most popular pet names of 2023, according to Rover
Rover released its most popular pet names of 2023, drawing from millions of pet names submitted by pet parents on the pet care app.
Rover released its most popular pet names of 2023, drawing from millions of pet names submitted by pet parents on the pet care app.
Soccer ball unveiled for Euro 2024 promises more accurate offside decisions
A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup.
A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup.
Venmo Groups will now help split expenses: ‘One of our most requested features’
Venmo has the answer for the headache of splitting up the bill, whether you’re traveling in a group or all out to dinner.
Venmo has the answer for the headache of splitting up the bill, whether you’re traveling in a group or all out to dinner.
Watch: Russian-born mayor in Colombian town legally proves he's not a hologram
Russian-born Mayor Mikhail Krasnov of Tunja, Colombia, faced an unusual challenge as he had to prove his authenticity and dispel hologram and microchip implantation accusations through a legal action known as "tutela."
Russian-born Mayor Mikhail Krasnov of Tunja, Colombia, faced an unusual challenge as he had to prove his authenticity and dispel hologram and microchip implantation accusations through a legal action known as "tutela."
Airlines warn passengers of fake social media account scams
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
Travelers have increasingly relied on social media platforms to contact airlines regarding flight issues so they can avoid waiting on hold for a customer service agent.
What will it cost you now to cut the cord and only stream content?
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
Many streaming services have implemented recent price increases, leaving some potential cord-cutters wondering how cable stacks up against multiple platform subscriptions.
Rocket launches amid beautiful Alaskan aurora
A rocket launched by NASA had a spectacular backdrop on November 8 as it was launched into a night sky filled by aurora. Credit: Vincent Ledvina via Storyful
A rocket launched by NASA had a spectacular backdrop on November 8 as it was launched into a night sky filled by aurora. Credit: Vincent Ledvina via Storyful
Man crushed to death by industrial robot that confused him for a box: police
The victim, a worker in his 40s, was inspecting the robot's sensor at a vegetable-packaging plant this week when the incident took place.
The victim, a worker in his 40s, was inspecting the robot's sensor at a vegetable-packaging plant this week when the incident took place.
Apple’s iPhone software update lets you send FaceTime video voicemails. Here’s how it works
This latest voicemail feature is available on iOS 17.
This latest voicemail feature is available on iOS 17.
Solar superstorm could 'wipe out the internet' for weeks or months, scientist says
Scientists are working to create an early warning system for dangerous solar activity that could damage critical technology.
Scientists are working to create an early warning system for dangerous solar activity that could damage critical technology.
Could a solar super storm kill the internet?
Professor Peter Becker of George Mason University discusses the real threats of strong solar flares.
Professor Peter Becker of George Mason University discusses the real threats of strong solar flares.
Disney to start testing a combined Disney+ and Hulu app in December
Here’s when you can expect to see a combined Disney+ and Hulu app, according to Disney CEO Bob Iger.
Here’s when you can expect to see a combined Disney+ and Hulu app, according to Disney CEO Bob Iger.