Webb and Hubble telescopes join forces to capture multi-spectrum image of Phantom Galaxy

The JWST has dazzled since it began sending images back to Earth, but sometimes even the most advanced space telescope ever needs a little help from a friend. On Monday, the European Space Agency released a new image of the Phantom Galaxy. Located approximately 32 million light years away from Earth, Messier 74 has been… Continue reading Webb and Hubble telescopes join forces to capture multi-spectrum image of Phantom Galaxy

Twitter planned to build an OnlyFans clone, but CSAM issues reportedly derailed the plan

Twitter discussed creating an OnlyFans clone to monetize the adult content that’s been prevalent on the platform for many years, but its inability to effectively detect and remove harmful sexual content put the brakes on that notion, according to a Verge investigation. A team Twitter put together to find out whether the company could pull… Continue reading Twitter planned to build an OnlyFans clone, but CSAM issues reportedly derailed the plan

The Sense75 is Drop’s play for the premium mechanical keyboard market

The custom mechanical keyboard market has exploded in recent years. Where you previously had to go through arduous group buys to obtain many of the best models, there are now mainstream options you can purchase at any time. Drop (née Massdrop) has been a go-to for many just starting their descent into the hobby. Today,… Continue reading The Sense75 is Drop’s play for the premium mechanical keyboard market

8BitDo reveals wireless versions of its Xbox-style Ultimate Controller

Well-renowned peripheral maker 8BitDo has revealed three new versions of its Ultimate Controller, including two wireless options. There are Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired variants, all of which are available to pre-order now. The controllers will ship on October 28th. Both the Bluetooth and 2.4GHz models have rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and come with a charging dock.… Continue reading 8BitDo reveals wireless versions of its Xbox-style Ultimate Controller

Cox is getting into the mobile industry — again

Cox announced on Monday that it is launching a pilot for Cox Mobile that will be available to Cox’s internet customers. This will be the company’s second major attempt to get into the mobile industry, after its effort launched in 2010 shut down after less than two years, citing an inability to offer “iconic phones”… Continue reading Cox is getting into the mobile industry — again

Tesla slapped with class action lawsuit over phantom braking problem

A Tesla owner from San Francisco filed a proposed class action lawsuit against the electric vehicle company over a phantom braking problem that he claims has turned “a safety feature into a frightening and dangerous nightmare.” The lawsuit was first reported by Reuters. The lawsuit was filed by San Francisco resident Jose Alvarez Toledo in… Continue reading Tesla slapped with class action lawsuit over phantom braking problem

California passes sweeping online safety rules for kids

California has passed a sweeping law regulating how sites operate for minors. AB 2273, the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, passed the state senate and now proceeds to Governor Gavin Newsom, who has not yet indicated whether he’ll sign it. If he does, the bill could raise legal challenges and major questions about the future… Continue reading California passes sweeping online safety rules for kids

Uber partners with ADT to let riders get in touch with a live safety agent

Uber is introducing a new option to its safety toolkit, a section of Uber’s app where users can contact emergency services, report a safety issue to the company, verify rides with a one-of-a-kind PIN code, share trip status and more. Now, Uber has partnered with security company ADT to let riders contact an ADT agent… Continue reading Uber partners with ADT to let riders get in touch with a live safety agent

Flush with fresh funds, UK ‘eco laundry’ startup Oxwash spins up growth plans

Oxwash, a UK startup that’s spent the last few years applying high tech processes to shrink the environment cost of dry cleaning and commercial laundry, has trousered £10 million (~$12M) in Series A funding to expand its nationwide footprint. Currently its service is available in five UK cities: London, Oxford, Cambridge, Bristol and Manchester but… Continue reading Flush with fresh funds, UK ‘eco laundry’ startup Oxwash spins up growth plans

Public Toilet Requires QR Code to Access, Tracks Your Cleanliness Score

Shame of Thrones A Maryland-based startup called Throne Labs thinks it has the answer to the lack of public and clean bathrooms in cities like Washington, DC. That answer? App-based public restrooms that only let you in with a QR code — and which track if you’ve left a mess behind. The company says it’s solving… Continue reading Public Toilet Requires QR Code to Access, Tracks Your Cleanliness Score