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Chinese Hackers Target Trump Campaign via Verizon Breach

The Chinese spy operation adds to the growing sense of a melee of foreign digital interference in the election, which has already included Iranian hackers’ attempt to hack and leak emails from the Trump campaign—with limited success—and Russia-linked disinformation efforts across social media. Ahead of the full launch next week of Apple’s AI platform, Apple… Continue reading Chinese Hackers Target Trump Campaign via Verizon Breach

Apple reportedly tested a blood glucose monitoring app

Apple is reportedly still working on glucose management — this time through software. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says the company tested an app this year for pre-diabetic people, helping them manage their diet and lifestyle. Apple is said not to have plans to launch the app to consumers, but it could play a part in future… Continue reading Apple reportedly tested a blood glucose monitoring app

Cash App users can claim thousands of dollars in a data breach settlement

Heads up if you’ve had a Cash App account over the last six years or so: you may now be able to claim thousands of dollars as a result of a class-action settlement. The company proposed the $15 million settlement earlier this year following two security incidents. If you’re eligible to make a claim, you… Continue reading Cash App users can claim thousands of dollars in a data breach settlement

8Bitdo has a new $50 Android gaming controller with Hall effect sticks and triggers

8BitDo, once known exclusively as a purveyor of Nintendo-infused nostalgia, has expanded in recent years into all sorts of gaming controllers and accessories. The company’s latest foray is into mobile gaming controllers. The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller takes the highlights of its well-received Ultimate series — Hall effect included! — and brings them to… Continue reading 8Bitdo has a new $50 Android gaming controller with Hall effect sticks and triggers

Apple updates its beta testing service Testflight with redesigned invites and more

Apple’s beta testing service Testflight just got a fairly substantial update, according to a report by TechCrunch. The software refresh gives developers much more control over who can join a beta and how new features are shared. It also allows beta testers to get more information about an app before they dive in. Developers will… Continue reading Apple updates its beta testing service Testflight with redesigned invites and more

McDonald’s restaurants can finally repair their own McFlurry machines

There are days where it feels like nothing will ever change and the best thing you can do is just learn to tolerate mediocrity. Today is not one of those days. Public Knowledge announced that the US Copyright Office granted an exemption request from the non-profit public interest group and the DIY repair site iFixit to… Continue reading McDonald’s restaurants can finally repair their own McFlurry machines

Google’s Waymo closes $5.6b funding to expand autonomous cab serviceThe round also saw participation from existing investors including Andreessen Horo…

Alphabet’s self-driving unit, Waymo, said on Friday it had closed a $5.6 billion funding round led by the Google parent, as it looks to expand its autonomous ride–hailing service. Automakers and technology companies are investing in autonomous ride–hailing services to capitalize on the technology to drive commercial success, even as it faces widespread skepticism and tight regulatory scrutiny. The investment round also saw participation from existing investors including… Continue reading Google’s Waymo closes $5.6b funding to expand autonomous cab serviceThe round also saw participation from existing investors including Andreessen Horo…

Hong Kong IPO market shows green shoots of recovery after 3 yearsHorizon Robotics $700m listing lifts investor hopes for sustained rally.

This week, Hong Kong saw its two largest initial public offerings so far this year, raising hopes for a revival of the Chinese IPO market, which has been struggling for the past three years. Start your deal-making journey now! Subscribe now to enjoy unlimited access at just $59. Premium coverage on private equity, venture capital,… Continue reading Hong Kong IPO market shows green shoots of recovery after 3 yearsHorizon Robotics $700m listing lifts investor hopes for sustained rally.

Blackstone in talks to buy US pipeline stakes from EQT in $3.5b dealBlackstone is planning to make the investment through its credit and insurance arm…

Private equity firm Blackstone is in advanced talks to acquire minority stakes in the interstate natural gas pipelines owned by EQT Corp for about $3.5 billion, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. If the talks are successful, the deal would help the natural gas producer slash the debt pile it accumulated from its acquisition of pipeline operator Equitrans Midstream earlier this year. Blackstone is planning to make the investment through its… Continue reading Blackstone in talks to buy US pipeline stakes from EQT in $3.5b dealBlackstone is planning to make the investment through its credit and insurance arm…