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Data found Black drivers in accounted for 72% of police stops for vehicle code violations, while only 43% of the city’s population is Black.

“I hope that the committee goes after them and holds them accountable,” President Joe Biden said after landing on Marine One on Friday.

China has launched three astronauts to its space station for a record-setting six-month stay for the country

Crystal Tse / Bloomberg:Expensify files for an IPO, and reports net income of $15M on revenue of $65M in H1 2021, up from $3.5M on revenue of $41M in H1 2020  —  Expensify Inc. filed for an initial public offering, disclosing growing revenue and income.  —  The maker of expense management software in its filing Friday …

The streaming company says the worker leaked internal company data to the press.

Amid ongoing internal strife among Apple employees, Apple is said to have fired one of the organizers of an internal worker movement.

Prosecutors say he has ties to the far-right extremist group Three Percenters. The judge said those who represent themselves have “a fool for a client.”

It expanded its definition of what it considers to be harassment under its policy after speaking with stakeholders about their personal experiences.

And should we?

And should we?

You can view Instagram Stories anonymously by using an unidentifiable account or, to an extent, by turning on airplane mode.

Choosing languages may soon be as easy as changing the channel. But a lot more could get transformed along the way.

Choosing languages may soon be as easy as changing the channel. But a lot more could get transformed along the way.

Former Safeway and Walgreens executives testified about their companies’ failed deals with Theranos. One said he had “never been more frustrated.”

You can connect nearly any Xbox controller to an iPhone, whether it’s from the Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S.

Ian Birnbaum / VICE:Some indie game developers say connecting with fans on Discord is helping humanize developer teams, shielding them from backlash and abuse  —  A thriving Discord community has become an essential part of the game dev toolkit—especially for small independent games and busy community managers.

Warren criticized the retailer for selling everyday products while also controlling the primary platform people use to purchase such products.

The Pixel 6’s distinctive look is easy to spot at a distance. | Image: Evan Blass on TwitterWe’re just a few days away from Google’s October 19th launch event for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but if you want an early look at what to expect, you might want to check out this big thread of leaked images from prolific leaker Evan Blass. The thread includes what appear to be official renders of both phones, images of cases, and some photos of people using the phones — and it’s that last category of images that were the most interesting to me. Ever since early rumored renders of the Pixel 6 lineup hit the web, I wondered exactly why Google decided to make the massive camera bar across the back of both phones. It never really appealed to me, and since the bar isn’t flush with the back of the phones, I’ve been worried it’s going to… Continue reading…

Janneke Parrish, who was a program manager for Apple Maps in Austin, Texas, was one of the two leaders of a group that called itself AppleToo.

From a luxury band you already know, these picks are smartwatch tech in designer accessories.

Two lightweight, fast VPN services go head to head.

The company behind a digital token called Tether has agreed to pay $41 million to settle charges that it misled investors for years by falsely claiming its token was fully backed at all times by U.S. dollars and other fiat currencies

Photo by Dieter Bohn / The VergeOne year ago yesterday, I wrote how MagSafe could be the biggest reason to buy an iPhone 12. I believed it, too. It looked like Apple had cracked the code to effortlessly accessorize the iPhone and even add modular new capabilities. The company showed its pricey new MagSafe cases and wallets seemingly snapping into place, plus faster wireless charging. The future looked bright. But if you became an early adopter like me, you might have wound up disappointed. As Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman points out, two of Apple’s first overpriced MagSafe accessories are already out of date. First, we just learned Friday that Apple’s $129 MagSafe Duo Charger can’t fast-charge an Apple Watch Series 7. Second, Apple has already replaced the $59 MagSafe… Continue reading…

You can connect your Alexa device to smart lights in your house and set up context-aware lighting using the Alexa app.

To turn off autoplaying videos on Netflix, head to your account’s “Playback settings” page in a web browser.

Illustration by Alex Castro / The VergeThe ransomware business is booming this year and could be bringing in billions for some of its top players, according to a report released by the US Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FinCEN (via The Record). The report analyzed the massive growth in ransomware payments in the first half of 2021 by looking at suspicious activity reports from financial institutions and was even able to estimate how much some hacking groups were making by analyzing blockchain transactions linked to their wallets. The report found that reports of suspicious ransomware-related transactions totaled around $590 million from January 2021 to June 2021. One of the most shocking numbers in the report is that the top 10 hacking groups have… Continue reading…

On Friday, Intel released its Alder Lake Developer Guide, an in-depth look at how game developers can leverage the new architecture found in the company’s 12th generation Alder Lake processors. In doing so, it also confirmed several details about the upcoming CPU lineup that have leaked over the past few…

Pjotr Sauer / The Guardian:Moscow introduces Face Pay in its metro system, which Russia says is the world’s first mass-scale facial recognition payment system, across 240 stations  —  Campaigners say Face Pay, launched in over 240 stations, is ‘dangerous step’ in efforts to control population

Any delay between your controller and the game can kill you. These are the TVs that minimize lag and maximize picture quality.

You can reset an Amazon Echo speaker by pressing buttons on the physical device or via the Alexa app.

The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is $50 per year, and that seems like a lot. But Nintendo also likes money.

Illustration by Alex Castro / The VergeGames that use blockchain technology or let users exchange NFTs or cryptocurrencies won’t be allowed on Steam, according to a rule added to Valve’s “What you shouldn’t publish on Steam” list. The change was pointed out by SpacePirate, a developer working on an NFT-based game, who said that the change was because the company doesn’t allow game items that could have real-world value. But Steam could also be avoiding controversy with the move. Steam is one of the most well-known PC game stores, but it’s not the only one. While Epic’s CEO Tim Sweeney has said that the company isn’t interested in touching NFTs, that policy doesn’t seem to apply to games in its store: Epic told The Verge that it’s “open” to the idea of games that use NFTs or… Continue reading…

Illustration by Alex Castro / The VergeEpic tells The Verge that it’s “open to games that support cryptocurrency or blockchain-based assets” on its game store, unlike its competitor Valve which has banned games that feature blockchain technology or NFTs from Steam. When we asked about allowing games that featured NFTs, Epic told us there’d be some limitations, but that it’s willing to work with “early developers” in the “new field.” Epic says that the games would have to comply with financial laws, make it clear how the blockchain is used, and have appropriate age ratings. It also says that developers won’t be able to use Epic’s payment service to accept crypto; they would have to use their own payment systems instead. Epic will clarify its rules in the future Epic’s CEO Tim… Continue reading…

To view and delete your Amazon Prime Video watch history, go to the Settings page of Amazon Prime Video.

Nintendo announced today that it’s new tier for Nintendo Switch Online is going to costs $50 a year, and I’m still trying to process that.

The governor warned that he would take legal action against a journalist who identified a vulnerability that exposed teachers’ Social Security numbers.

If you want to opt out of Amazon Sidewalk on your various Amazon devices, you can disable the feature from your Alexa app.

Christine Hall / TechCrunch:Clarifai, which uses AI to help companies manage unstructured data, raises a $60M Series C led by New Enterprise Associates, bringing its total raised to $100M  —  Clarifai wants to bring artificial intelligence into the lives of developers, business operators and data scientists …

Rumor has it that Bioware’s next installment in the Dragon Age franchise will be a “next-gen” exclusive, meaning that Xbox One and PlayStation 4 users will miss out on the fun. The news comes via a Twitter user who happened to notice that Dragon Age 4’s former Lead Player Designer…

Prologis said 98% of its warehouse spaces was leased as of September 30 amid soaring demand that led to “record increases” in rent prices.

We’ve found 62 gifts she’s sure to love, and none cost more than $50. From jewelry to cookbooks and plants to painting kits, we have you covered.

Photo by McDonald’sMcDonald’s new plant-based burger, aptly named the McPlant, is coming to eight restaurants across the US (via CNBC). The fast-food chain teamed up with Beyond Meat to make the meatless option. This comes about a year after McDonald’s ended its P.L.T. pilot, another Beyond Meat branded burger. It’s still unclear what the differences are between the McPlant and the P.L.T., other than the name. A post on McDonald’s website says that the McPlant patty will contain peas, rice, and potatoes and will also be topped with tomatoes, lettuce, onions, pickles, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and American cheese. That sounds a lot like the P.L.T., but we won’t really know until the start of its test on November 3rd. It’s also important to note that the… Continue reading…

Apple may announce a new MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and more during its latest launch event. You can watch the announcement on October 18 at 1 p.m. ET.

Chavi Mehta / Reuters:Jack Dorsey says Square is considering building an open source Bitcoin miner, using custom silicon, for individuals and businesses  —  Square Inc (SQ.N) Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey said on Friday the fintech firm is looking to build a bitcoin mining system based on custom silicon …

If they love music, you’ll want to gift them something that reflects their passion. These gifts are perfect for musicians and music fans alike.

A Russian actress and director are on the station filming a movie in space. They’re supposed to return on the glitching spaceship.

A-Pro membership gets you unlimited access to all of Codecademy’s online coding and programming courses, including certificates of completion.

The company plans to release an update addressing the error later this month.

This flash sale lets you save up to $220 when you bundle the OnePlus 9 or 9 Pro with the OnePlus Buds Pro.

The Batman director Matt Reeves has revealed a new image of Zoë Kravitz’s Catwoman/Selina Kyle ahead of the upcoming trailer for the film. Kravitz will play the iconic Batman character alongside Robert Pattinson’s Bruce Wayne, Paul Dano’s Riddler, Jeffrey Wright’s Jim Gordon, John Turturro’s Carmine Falcone, Peter Sarsgaard’s Gil Colson, Andy Serkis’ Alfred Pennyworth, and Colin Farrell’s Penguin. The Batman is scheduled to release in theaters on March 4, 2022.Catwoman has been a common inclusion in the modern era of live-action Batman films, having been played by Michelle Pfeifer in Batman Returns and Anne Hathaway in The Dark Knight Rises, in addition to a solo Catwoman film in 2004 starring Halle Berry. Kravitz is the latest star to bring Selina Kyle to the big screen, though she’s previously voiced the character in The LEGO Batman Movie. Depending on how The Batman performs at the box office, she could be playing the character for years to come.A new image released on Twitter by Reeves shows Kravitz’s Selina Kyle sporting a shoulder-length haircut and a white tank top, staring intently at someone out of frame. It’s not the full shot of her Catwoman costume that some may have been hoping for, but it’s still a fun look at what’s sure to be a fierce new version of the character. Check out the new Catwoman image below.Developing…Source: Matt Reeves