Most of us know that there’s a new strain of Covid going around dubbed Omicron. With recent news regarding Omicron becoming the dominant variant, Stock and Cryptocurrency markets are showing bearish momentum, with Bitcoin dropping below $50,000. What’s going on with Omicron, and is it the reason for today’s crypto […]
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India Threatens With Jail Time for Citizens not Using its Coronavirus Contact Tracing app
The coronavirus crisis has certainly sparked a lot of controversial debate. When it comes to getting people to install a contact tracing app, forcing them to do so is always an option in India. Protecting consumers from the coronavirus remains a top priority at all times. A Controversial Coronavirus Solution […]
Coronavirus Crisis Forces Uber to lay off Thousands of Full-time Workers
The coronavirus crisis is causing a lot of people for many different companies around the world. Uber, the ride-sharing company, will effectively lay off nearly 4,000 employees as a result of the ongoing crisis. It is interesting to see how different companies handle the coronavirus crisis. Major Uber Layoffs Were […]
Apple’s and Google’s Coronavirus app Will not Allow GPS Location Tracking
During the coronavirus crisis, there have been many debates regarding the use of contact tracing apps. Apple and Google are now taking measures to protect user information for any of these apps being built on their technology. Apple and Google have been actively developing infrastructure to support contact tracing apps. […]
YouTube Keeps Banning Channels Covering Conspiracy Theories
YouTube has taken a rather aggressive stance on what type of video content is allowed on its platform. Anyone leaning in the direction of sharing conspiracy theories can expect a ban hammer these days. The YouTube of old is no longer available today, which is a shame. No More Conspiracy […]
How the Coronavirus Pandemic’s Economic Fallout affects Cryptocurrencies
Over the last few months Coronavirus has affected everything from lifestyle to businesses. Unsurprisingly cryptocurrencies are affected as well, especially due to the looming threat of an economic fallout. But how is the Coronavirus and its economic fallout really affecting cryptocurrencies? To be frank – its impact is being felt […]
UK’s NSH Wants a Centralized Coronavirus app Despite Privacy Concerns
As part of the global coronavirus crisis, many contact-tracing applications are under development. The NHS in the UK keeps an eye on the proceedings, but will not go with the plan outlined by Apple and Google. A contact-tracing application can be of great value during the global coronavirus crisis. NHS […]
Chinese Hackers go About Their Business Regardless of the Coronavirus Crisis
Even though the coronavirus wreaks havoc globally, some things will never change. More specifically, hackers in China are still going about their business as if nothing else goes on in the world. Chinese hackers are always up to something, regardless of what goes on in the world. Coronavirus Won’t Stop […]
US Coronavirus Symptom Tracker Won’t Sell Data Gathered Despite Privacy Policy
The coronavirus crisis doesn’t need any more controversies. Unfortunately, that is exactly what is happening, at least where a symptom tracker app is concerned. There are many solutions on the market to try and fight the spreading of the novel coronavirus. Coronavirus Symptom Tracker Raises Questions One of those solutions […]
Coronavirus Pandemic Triggers Raspberry Pi Sales Surge
The coronavirus crisis is having some very unexpected consequences in the retail sector. Sales of Raspberry Pi units are surging all of a sudden, as the small computer board is gaining popularity. There are many things one can do with a Raspberry Pi. Coronavirus and the Raspberry Pi These cheap […]
New York State Begins Issueing Marriage Licenses Over Zoom
During the coronavirus crisis, it is pertinent to make the most of every situation. In New York state, a very interesting solution to issue marriage licenses has come to light. Zoom Marriages in New York State The New York state region has been hit very hard by the coronavirus outbreak. […]
Coronavirus Forces Tor Browser Team to lay off 13 Members
The non-profit company responsible for creating the Tor Browser is cutting staff due to the coronavirus crisis. This move was entirely to be expected, albeit it may only be the beginning of what is yet to come. The Tor Browser is developed by a non-profit team of developers. Coronavirus Crisis […]
Amazon Suspends Over 6,000 Vendors for Price Gouging Coronavirus Supplies
As the global coronavirus crisis is far from over, individuals will try to capitalize on the situation. Amazon has now banned over 6,000 sellers for price gouging, with more to follow. Cracking down on price gouging is crucial during a pandemic. Price Gouging on Amazon Remains a Problem While one […]
Bay Area Coronavirus Update: At-Risk Youths Received Thousands of Free Meals
During the global coronavirus crisis, a lot of efforts seemingly go by unnoticed. Bay Area residents want to take notice of G-Eazy’s effort to provide free meals to children over the next month. The coronavirus affects everyone on this planet in one way or another. Feeding At-risk Youths in Coronavirus […]
Tesla Notes a Third Consecutive Month of Car Sales Growth in China
The coronavirus keeps dominating media headlines, and making life difficult for a lot of companies. In the case of Tesla, it seemingly has the opposite effect, at least where its sales figures in China are concerned. China was the first country in the world to deal with the novel coronavirus. […]
Bitcoin Might not Turn Bullish until After the Coronavirus Crisis
There are still many questions regarding the future of Bitcoin once the coronavirus crisis is over. deVere Group CEO Nigel Green expects big things and plenty of positive momentum. Financial uncertainty remains in place all over the world. Nigel Green Expects Bitcoin Action After the Coronavirus Crisis Any financial market […]
Mining Operator Bitfarms Temporary Lays off Staff due to Coronavirus Guidelines
It was to be expected that the coronavirus crisis would have a big impact for most businesses around the world. Even Bitcoin mining farms are now being affected, resulting in multiple people losing their job. The coronavirus crisis has taken the entire world by storm, but not in a positive […]
YouTube Bans all Content Linking 5G and the Coronavirus
The coronavirus crisis has yielded some very interesting debates and discussions. One conspiracy theory involves how 5G spreads the virus, resulting in a blanket ban by YouTube. There are many thoughts and ideas as to how the coronavirus pandemic really began. A Sensible ban by YouTube, for a Change Theories […]