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Visa, Mastercard Won't Allow Charges for Services on Pornhub
Mastercard and Visa said Thursday they would block their customers from using the credit cards to make purchases on Pornhub following accusations the pornographic website showed videos of rape and underage sex.
Weeks After Election, YouTube Cracks Down on Misinformation
More than a month after the U.S. presidential election, YouTube says it will start removing newly uploaded material that claims widespread voter fraud or errors changed the outcome.
Pornhub Calls Halt to Unverified Users Posting on its Site
Pornhub said Tuesday it was halting unverified users from uploading video material after a report alleged that the pornographic website was showing videos of rape and underage sex.
How Phones Can Alert You to COVID-19 Exposure
More than 8.1 million people in the U.S. have turned their iPhones and Android devices into pandemic contact-tracing tools, but it hasn't been of much use when their neighbors, classmates and coworkers aren't on the same system.
How Lemonaid is Making Healthcare Accessible and Affordable
Lemonaids Chief Clinical Officer discusses how Lemonaid is at the forefront of making healthcare more accessible and affordable through its groundbreaking virtual platform.
A Year in 60 Secs: TikTok Lists Top Videos, Creators of 2020
From skateboarding to Fleetwood Mac to learning Cardi B's rump-shaking choreography, TikTok users got creative in a pandemic year with new songs, dances and memes in 60 seconds or less.
For Big Tech, Biden Brings a New Era but No Ease in Scrutiny
Biden may aim to take a bite out of the dominance of Big Tech and may welcome an opportunity to work with the opposing side to curb the power of a common adversary.
Holiday Trends to Watch: Adult Play-Doh; Stores that Ship
The pandemic is turning this into a holiday shopping season like no other.
LGBTQIA+ Gamers Who Are Blazing a Trail On and Offline
The world of online gaming is blowing up at the moment with everyone from professional eSports players to live gaming streamers growing in stature as mainstream entertainers and athletes.
Lights, Camera, Sell: Retailers Want You to Watch and Shop
Livestream selling, already popular in China, is taking off in the U.S., ushering in a new way for Americans to shop online. Instead of searching for what they want, they pick up their phones, sit back, and click to buy if they like what they see.
Elton John, TikTok Team Up to Educate About AIDS Epidemic
The Elton John AIDS Foundation and TikTok are teaming up to raise awareness about the disease through a campaign and live event for World AIDS Day.
IBM Apologizes to Transgender Computer Pioneer 52 Years After Firing Her
IBM apologized to a former employee, Lynn Conway, a trailblazing computer scientist who revolutionized the way computer chips are designed and manufactured, for firing her in 1968 for being transgender.
People Proving to Be Weakest Link for Apps Tracking COVID Exposure
A more states roll out smartphone contact-tracing technology, challenges are emerging. Namely, human nature.
Grindr Now Allows Underwear Profile Pics
Earlier this month, Grindr announced it updated its community guidelines, noting in a blog post that the company's "rules are the same as they always have been" except now users can use an underwear snap for their profile pic.
Facebook, Twitter CEOs Facing Questions on Election Measures
A Senate panel is calling on the CEOs of Facebook and Twitter to defend their handling of disinformation in the contest between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden.
Most People Agree That Dating Will Never Be the Same After 2020
Six in 10 Americans believe the COVID-19 pandemic has permanently changed the dating game, according to new research.
Watch: 'Pay For Play' Cameo Personality Michael Cohen Goes Gaga for OnlyFans Matthew Camp
On Cameo - which is 'Pay for Play' for celebrities - Trump's ex-fixer Michael Cohen sent a message to OnlyFans star Matthew Camp that left him blushing.
Apple Unveils First Macs Built to Run More like iPhones
Apple is rolling out new Mac computers powered by the same kind of chips that run iPhones and iPads, a move aimed at making it easier for its most popular products to work together.
China Gears Up For World's Largest Online Shopping Festival
Chinese consumers are expected to spend tens of billions on everything from fresh food to luxury goods during this year's Singles' Day online shopping festival, as the country recovers from the pandemic.
Trump Supporters Furious at 'Stop the Steal' Facebook Prank
Trump supporters who joined a Facebook group called "Stop the Steal" were livid when the group's name was suddenly changed - to "Gay Communists for Socialism."