Posts

Showing posts from September, 2018

Mideast ride-hailing app Careem resumes Oman services

Image
Careem has resumed services in Muscat, Oman after signing an agreement to partner with a local taxi company, the Middle East ride-hailing app company said on Monday. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2xRO2Ac

U.S. sues after California governor signs 'net neutrality' law

Image
The U.S. Justice Department late on Sunday filed suit after California Governor Jerry Brown signed legislation to restore open internet protections known as net neutrality in the state after the Trump administration repealed the rules in December 2017. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2zGO1kb

Trump administration plans to sue California over net neutrality law: Washington Post

Image
The Trump administration plans to sue California over the new net neutrality law the state enacted on Sunday, according to an article in the Washington Post. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2y51O1G

California governor signs state law to reinstate 'net neutrality'

Image
California Governor Jerry Brown late on Sunday signed legislation to restore open internet protections known as net neutrality in the state after the Trump administration repealed the rules in December 2017. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2Ov7Jrn

SEC’s focus on U.S. corporate bosses pays off with Musk settlement

Image
A high-profile settlement with Tesla Inc Chief Executive Elon Musk exemplifies a recent push by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to go after executives and not just their companies, securities law experts said. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2NSafYR

Tesla's SEC deal provides ammunition for U.S. probe, investor lawsuits

Image
Tesla Inc's settlement with U.S. regulators will help soothe investors calling for more oversight of Chief Executive Elon Musk, experts said, even as it gives ammunition to short-sellers pursing separate cases and to a probe by the Justice Department. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2OYwtoE

Strong Defense Makes the Best Offense: Check Point Partners With San Francisco 49ers

As the 2018 NFL season swings into gear, Check Point is excited to team up with the San Francisco 49ers.   “Coach Kyle Shanahan is widely admired for his innovative offensive schemes and dedication to his craft – a perfect fit for the five-time Super Bowl champion San Francisco 49ers. The franchise’s storied history coupled with Coach Shanahan’s creativity resonate deeply with Check Point’s values.” comments Peter Alexander, Check Point CMO.   Those qualities perfectly mirror Check Point’s approach to cybersecurity: proud of our past but always looking forward to the future, as we constantly innovate and looking for creative ways to stay ahead of the cyber criminals.   With such a natural partnership, Check Point is proud to extend its brand with the launch of a new ad campaign at the 49ers’ home, Levi’s Stadium, and in its official program guide.   If you’re as excited as we are about 2018 season, show your colors. Take a selfie or a fun pic and share on social media using the

Tencent announces a restructuring as challenges rise

Image
Chinese internet giant Tencent Holdings announced on Sunday its first restructuring in six years, as it faces increased challenges from tighter government regulations. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2OgtiMb

SEC chairman says Tesla settlement in 'best interests' of shareholders

Image
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission chairman Jay Clayton said in a statement on Saturday that the agency's settlement with carmaker Tesla was in the best interests of the U.S. markets and company shareholders. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2QlnQVI

Musk to resign as Tesla chairman, remain as CEO in SEC settlement

Image
Tesla and Elon Musk have agreed to pay $20 million each to financial regulators and the billionaire will step down as the company's chairman but remain as chief executive, under a settlement that caps a tumultuous two months for the car-maker. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2Na5lBp

Tesla, Musk pay $40 million to settle Tweet charges, Musk to resign as chairman

Image
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Saturday it had reached a settlement with car-maker Tesla and Chief Executive Elon Musk over his Aug. 7 tweets about taking the company private. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2y32uVi

Facebook Wins, Facebook Losses, and More Security News This Week

The Facebook breach, 3-D printed guns on Broadway, and more security news this week. from Security Latest https://ift.tt/2Rbv0Nw

Facebook Hacked — 10 Important Updates You Need To Know About

Image
If you also found yourself logged out of Facebook on Friday, you are not alone. Facebook forced more than 90 million users to log out and back into their accounts in response to a massive data breach. On Friday afternoon, the social media giant disclosed that some unknown hackers managed to exploit three vulnerabilities in its website and steal data from 50 million users and that as a from The Hacker News https://ift.tt/2DERC6b

South Korea's LG Display to cut jobs through voluntary retirement

Image
South Korea's LG Display Co Ltd, an Apple supplier, will cut jobs through voluntary retirement for the first time since its founding, a spokeswoman confirmed on Saturday. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2R7EjxR

Facebook says big breach exposed 50 million accounts to full takeover

Image
Facebook Inc said on Friday that hackers stole digital login codes allowing them to take over nearly 50 million user accounts in its worst security breach ever given the unprecedented level of potential access, adding to what has been a difficult year for the company's reputation. from Reuters: Technology News https://ift.tt/2xWHdwr