Office Apps October - QuikReader

TikTok Users Flee to a Chinese App: 'RedNote'

Chinese users of Xiaohongshu, or Little Red Book, welcome Americans fleeing a feared TikTok ban.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

With a TikTok Ban Looming, Users Flee to Chinese App ‘RedNote’

Some say they joined Xiaohongshu, which translates to “little red book,” to spite the US government after a ban on TikTok became more likely.

Wired - 2d

Apple Faces $1.8 Billion Lawsuit in U.K. Court Over App Store

Lawyers representing the class action said that Apple excluded potential rivals from competing for customers on devices running its iOS operating system by forcing developers to sell their apps ...

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

How to download your TikTok data in case the app goes dark

Some TikTok users are preparing for the likely ban by downloading their data. Here's how to do it.

CBS News - 13h

Lloyds to cut 500 jobs and close two offices

UK bank to review more than 1,500 jobs across multiple departments

Financial Times - 14h

TikTokers turn to other apps before anticipated ban

As TikTokers brace for an expected U.S. ban to take effect Sunday, many users are flocking to different social media apps to try to grow their followings. CNET technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti ...

CBS News - 16h

Chinese TikTok alternative RedNote tops app charts ahead of potential ban

TikTok users are pushing back against the looming TikTok ban Sunday by downloading a Chinese app called RedNote, or Xiaohongshu.

NBC News - 1d

TikTok ban: Here’s what to expect if the app is banned in the U.S. on Sunday

The U.S. Supreme Court is viewed as open to upholding a national-security law that will shut down the video-sharing app nationwide on Sunday if it continues to be controlled by its Chinese parent ...

MarketWatch - 1d

Apple to face court over claims it overcharged UK users on App Store

Class action alleges company is abusing its dominant position in the app market and 30% fee breaches laws. Business live – latest updates Apple will appear in court on Monday accused of ...

The Guardian - 2d

JPMorgan to Require Return to 5 Days in Office

Financial institutions have been rigorous in their attempts to force return-to-office policies.

Inc. - 3d

People are still refreshing their Covid wardrobes to return to the office

Shoppers took advantage of holiday discounts to snag new clothes and shoes, with many heeding employers’ ongoing calls to bring staffers back to their desks.

NBC News - 3d

Watch Duty, a Wildfire-Tracking App, Provides a Lifeline in Los Angeles

A nonprofit runs the app with volunteers and full-time employees, including retired firefighters and dispatchers, to provide live updates on fire conditions.

The New York Times - 4d

The Evacuation App That’s Saving Lives in the L.A. Wildfires

Government agencies were slow to adapt Genasys Protect, created by two tech industry veterans at the request of a fire chief. But the app, which guides people to safety, has proved its value.

Inc. - 5d

Met officer sacked over racist and sexist messages

Charles Ehikioya says he is "dismayed" by the decision made by the misconduct panel.

BBC News - 5d

Browns QB Deshaun Watson tears Achilles for second time since October, availability for 2025 season in doubt

Watson tore his Achilles for the first time on Oct. 20 against the Bengals.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Elon Musk's xAI Launches Stand-Alone Grok App

The AI startup launched its first stand-alone consumer app, as the company tries to catch up with more established players such as OpenAI and Google in the generative AI race.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

Lego Just Announced An Official Nintendo Game Boy Set Releases This October

Nintendo announced its next big Lego collaboration is a set based on the original Game Boy handheld. The new kit joins Lego's line of other video game system replicas like the NES and Atari. Lego ...

GameSpot - 6d

Los Angeles residents turn to Watch Duty app for rapid wildfire updates

Los Angeles residents are turning to a free nonprofit-run app called Watch Duty to help them navigate the chaos caused by the catastrophic fires ravaging the area.

NBC News - Jan. 8

How to Create the Most Productive Office Space in 2025

Kick the year off by refreshing your space with products and tools to help you stay organized and on task.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Oil futures settle at their highest level since October

Oil futures finished higher on Tuesday, shaking off their losses from a day earlier to resume the rally they started the year with and buoyed by expectations for stronger demand.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Nvidia using GenAI to integrate Omniverse virtual creations into physical AI apps

Nvidia unveiled generative AI models and blueprints that expand Nvidia Omniverse integration further into physical AI applications.

VentureBeat - Jan. 7

American Driver Is Fatally Shot by Police Officer in Mexico

The shooting in Ciudad Juárez was being investigated. A prosecutor said the driver, from Texas, had accelerated in the officer’s direction and nearly hit him.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Ex-prison officer jailed over sex with inmate

A video clip of Linda De Sousa Abreu, 30, having sex with an inmate went viral online.

BBC News - Jan. 6

NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatment

Plans for an upgraded NHS app to allow more patients in England to book treatments will be announced by the health secretary on Monday.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Later acquires social influencer app Mavely for $250M

Later, an influencer marketing and social media management firm, is acquiring social influencer app Mavely for $250 million.

VentureBeat - Jan. 3

Turo, the Car-Share App Used in Two Attacks, Is No Stranger to Safety Concerns

After rented vehicles rammed into a crowd in New Orleans and exploded in Las Vegas, some users say a reckoning of the firm’s practices is overdue.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

China’s Hack of U.S. Treasury Breached Sanctions Office

The cyberattack reported earlier this week reached into the Office of Foreign Assets Control and the Office of Financial Research, sections of the agency that oversee economic penalties against ...

Inc. - 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

How marketing pushed these three indie films into box office hits

Despite major obstacles, some indie films thrived this year. Yes, they were artistically accomplished, but inventive ad campaigns also helped draw in crowds.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2

Driver runs down 2 New Zealand police officers, killing 1

The attack jolted a country where the killing of police officers on duty is rare.

CBS News - 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

Movies in 2024: Lessons from a turbulent year at the box office

Movie ticket sales are taking a bit of a hit in 2024

ABC News - 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 ...