Why TikTok Users Are Downloading ‘Red Note,’ the Chinese App

Both New Year’s Day Attackers Rented Their Vehicles Through Turo, an App Known for Convenience

Even terrorism reflects trends in society and technology. Here’s how.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Ex-Red Wings Goalie Hits Big Rough Patch

This former goalie for the Detroit Red Wings is not having a great year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

U.S. Weighs Ban on Chinese Drones, Citing National Security Concerns

The Commerce Department requested that private companies comment on the implications of the rule by March. The final decision will fall to the Trump administration.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

New Orleans attack and Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion put car-rental app Turo in the spotlight

The peer-to-peer service was used to rent vehicles used in the incidents on New Orleans’ storied Bourbon Street and at a Trump Organization–operated hotel in Las Vegas, leading investigators to ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 2

Ward wants Red Roses to emulate Lionesses in 2025

Bristol Bears forward Abbie Ward is full of optimism for 2025 and hopes England can create a legacy by winning the World Cup on home soil.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Europe needs to tackle its red tape problem

Complex overlapping rules and burdensome reporting requirements are strangling EU growth

Financial Times - Jan. 2

GOP lawmakers request Yellen briefing on Chinese hackers' Treasury breach

Republican lawmakers are swiftly urging the Treasury Department to provide answers on a recent cybersecurity attack from China that infiltrated various workstations, as outlined in ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

What is Turo? Car rental app used in New Orleans and Las Vegas

Turo, a San Francisco-based company founded in 2010, operates differently from traditional car rental services.

The Hill - Jan. 2

Small Businesses Brace Themselves for TikTok Ban

If the Jan. 19 ban on the popular social video platform goes into effect, millions of entrepreneurs will lose a valuable marketing and outreach channel.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen

Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.

CBS News - Jan. 2

A TikTok Ban Looms. Creators Say They'll Believe It When They See It.

Status-quo videos are still proliferating on the Chinese-owned app. Madison Avenue remains upbeat just weeks before the potential U.S. ban.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Brooke Eby’s Humor About Living With A.L.S. Made Her a TikTok Star

After being diagnosed with A.L.S. in 2022, Brooke Eby could have turned inward. Instead, she opened up — and found a fan base online.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Alibaba sells stake in Chinese hypermarket operator at steep discount

Sun Art deal is ecommerce group’s second major divestment of bricks-and-mortar assets in less than a month

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Why it’s hard to be a friend of America

Nippon Steel’s bid for US Steel shows the flaws in the ‘friendshoring’ approach

Financial Times - Jan. 2

BYD, Chinese EV Peers Post Record Sales for December

Chinese electric-vehicle makers have benefited from a government trade-in program in the world’s largest market for EVs.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1

Chinese government hackers targeted US Treasury office that administers sanctions – report

Treasury disclosed hack earlier this week, with Washington Post reporting targets were Office of Foreign Assets Control and Office of Financial Research. Chinese government hackers breached the US ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

What to know about the car-renting app used in the Las Vegas and New Orleans attacks

The car-renting app Turo is in the spotlight after both the cars used in the New Orleans and Las Vegas attacks on New Year's Day were rented through the company. In New Orleans, a pickup truck ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Alibaba to Sell Stake in Chinese Hypermarket Operator

Alibaba Group has agreed to sell its shares in Sun Art Retail in a $1.7 billion deal, the latest divestment as part of efforts to focus on its core e-commerce business.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1

Red Wings Prospect Can't Stop Putting Up Points

The Detroit Red Wings have an impressive prospect on their hands.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

Halal tech: how Muslim-friendly websites and apps blossomed in 2024

With firms such as Makani and Boycat, founders answer a growing demand: help their users support Palestinians. Amany Killawi made a breakup playlist every time she was dumped, three in all. The ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Our Favorite Fitness Apps for 2025, Tested and Reviewed

These fitness apps will help you turn New Year's resolutions into real results.

Wired - Jan. 1

Quitting smoking may be easier with a smartwatch app, researchers say

Motion-sensor software sent alerts to prevent lighting up at most vulnerable moments for those trying to quit. Smartwatches could be used to help people quit smoking, a study suggests.. Researchers ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1