Why Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard Dominated the Internet
StandardSocial media has been flooded with videos from the domestic abuse and defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, whose marriage fell apart in 2016.
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Apple’s battle with Fortnite could change the iPhone as we know it
StandardEpic Games transformed the video game industry with Fortnite. Now it wants to upend Apple’s iPhone too. On Monday, the two companies will face off in court.
Zuckerberg takes Facebook data apology tour to Washington
StandardThe creator of the world’s largest social network is testifying at two congressional hearings this week. The crux: Can we trust Facebook?
Twitter, what the hell with all the harassment?
StandardCommentary: The social network has changed the face of media and politics, but does it take harassment seriously enough? Let’s ask CEO Jack Dorsey — together.
Can tech help Alzheimer’s sufferers?
StandardFrom CNET Magazine: Brain-training apps might one day help the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s.
The rise of the Internet police
StandardFor decades, the Internet has been like the Wild West, with anonymous users creating racist or hate-filled posts. Now the world’s largest social networks are doing something about it.
Apple, Samsung in Renewed Settlement Talks, but Deal Elusive
StandardApple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co. have held a series of private negotiations about their patent disputes since last summer when Apple notched a victory in one case, according to legal documents and people familiar with the matter.
Driverless Cars Move Closer to Reality
StandardDriverless cars are no longer the domain of science fiction.
Apple’s Secrets Revealed at Trial
StandardApple Inc., one of the world’s most secretive companies, is finding there’s a price in pushing its grievances against rival Samsung Electronics Co. in federal court: disclosure.
In just the first few days of its patent trial this week, Apple has publicly discussed how it created the iPhone and iPad, showed early designs of the devices and described intimate details about its product team.
Apple Offered Licensing Deals to Patent Foes
StandardApple Inc. is fighting a multi-front patent war against competing makers of mobile devices, demanding injunctions that would block sales of their products. But the company has also indicated a willingness to cut deals with competitors, according to people familiar with the matter.
The consumer-electronics company has put forth proposals to Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co. to settle some pending litigation in exchange for royalty payments to license its patents, among other terms, these people said.
This is not a new tactic; Apple had some discussions with companies such as Samsung before initiating litigation, according to statements made to a court in at least one suit.