Google Restores Updated ToTok to Google Play Store
The new version of the chat app, which was described last month as a spy tool for the United Arab Emirates, seeks user permission before accessing contacts.
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France Warns U.S. Against Digital Tax Retaliation
France is trying to head off trade sanctions over its imposition of a digital services tax on large U.S. companies such as Google and Amazon.
Uber Won’t Face Foreign Bribery Charges
An unsavory chapter of Uber's history in Asia is over.
SoftBank Confounds Startups With Delays and Investment Reversals
The unusual investing behavior could make the Japanese investing behemoth a less attractive backer for young startups and limit its returns in the long run.
Xerox Lines Up Financing for HP Takeover
Xerox's latest move raises the pressure on HP to negotiate a merger.
Google, Kleiner Perkins Alum Raising Cash for Buttigieg
Swati Mylavarapu, who worked at Google and Kleiner Perkins, is looking at potential donors to Pete Buttigieg's campaign as "investors."
Megvii Cleared for IPO in Hong Kong Despite U.S. Blacklist
The clearance is good news for Megvii, whose IPO was in question after it was a placed on a U.S. blacklist for aiding human rights violations in China.
CES 2020 Opens to the Media, Chock-Full of Smart Devices
Plenty of smart devices were on display for media’s opening night at CES, including smart makeup mirrors, smart pantry shelves, and a smart mailbox.
Tech Sector Builds Vast Presence in New York
Both big and small companies are expanding their work forces in New York, turning the city into one of the world’s most important tech hubs.
Apple Executives See Lower Bonuses in 2019
The lower bonus payouts for CEO Tim Cook and other senior executives reflect what was a weaker year for Apple.
Snap Acquires Startup Behind Animated Selfie Feature
AI Factory powers a new Snapchat feature that lets users replace faces in videos and goofy animations with their own selfies.
5G and Autonomous Driving to Headline CES 2020, Says Wedbush’s Ives
Smart speakers and home devices, as well as new AR and VR products should also be a focus, Ives said.
Body Camera Maker Sues FTC Over Antitrust Demands
A lawsuit against the agency shows how tech companies could respond to regulators' demands that they spin off acquisitions.
Tesla Meets 2019 Target, Stock Rises to All-Time High
Despite early 2019 woes, Elon Musk gets the last laugh.
BuzzFeed Eyes MeetUp as It Seeks Membership Communities
BuzzFeed is looking at membership communities as it seeks to create new revenue streams.
Tesla Cuts Price in China Ahead of Local Sales
The price cut shows how aggressive Tesla is moving in China as it looks to the world's largest car market for growth.
Ant Financial Applies for Digital Bank License in Singapore
Ant's ambitions for Singapore could be a precursor to other battles that will take place between Ant and competitors across Asia.
China’s Trip.com and Netease Discuss Secondary Listing in Hong Kong
The move could help the companies, which are listed in the U.S., raise more money and protect them from increased scrutiny of U.S.-listed Chinese firms.
Uber Completes Acquisition of Careem
The deal should help Uber save money in the region by letting it spend less on marketing and attracting drivers.
Shares of Chipmaker AMD Hit All-Time High
AMD, which went public in 1980, appears to be making gains in Intel's traditional stronghold of PC and server chips.
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