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Media Archive

Archives for August 2015

Explainers
The controversial federal raid on Rentboy, the biggest gay escort website, explainedThe controversial federal raid on Rentboy, the biggest gay escort website, explained
Explainers

A website that was little known outside of LGBTQ circles is triggering a huge debate about sex work and prostitution.

By German Lopez
Syria
This cringe-inducing Larry King story shows what polite Islamophobia looks likeThis cringe-inducing Larry King story shows what polite Islamophobia looks like
Syria

The former CNN host had a pretty regrettable exchange with a fan who happened to be Saudi.

By Max Fisher
Technology
Facebook Says It’s Finally Ready to Start Cracking Down on Video PiratesFacebook Says It’s Finally Ready to Start Cracking Down on Video Pirates
Technology

Facebook says it’s starting to work on a version of YouTube’s Content ID system. It has a long way to go.

By Peter Kafka
Media
Tech nerds are smart. But they can’t seem to get their heads around politics.Tech nerds are smart. But they can’t seem to get their heads around politics.
Media

A primer, for all you nerds.

By David Roberts
Technology
Tech Puts a Spin on Tennis at the US OpenTech Puts a Spin on Tennis at the US Open
Technology

Thanks to increasingly sophisticated and available analytics, wearable tech and smart devices, tennis fanatics have never been closer to the pros.

By Kim Stevenson
Technology
‘Puzzles Are Fun. Search On’: Google Cops to Secret Recruiting Tool Baked Inside Search‘Puzzles Are Fun. Search On’: Google Cops to Secret Recruiting Tool Baked Inside Search
Technology

Google wants you to follow the white rabbit.

By Mark Bergen
Technology
AT&T Says Injecting Ads Into Airport Wi-Fi Was a Test That Is Now OverAT&T Says Injecting Ads Into Airport Wi-Fi Was a Test That Is Now Over
Technology

The company confirms it was adding ads for a time at two Washington, D.C., airports, but said the test has ended.

By Ina Fried
Technology
The Ashley Madison Hack: Sleeping With the EnemyThe Ashley Madison Hack: Sleeping With the Enemy
Technology

The insider hack at Ashley Madison demonstrates the vital importance of rigorous privilege management.

By Tom Kemp
Technology
Here Are the Original Shows Netflix Viewers Say They’re WatchingHere Are the Original Shows Netflix Viewers Say They’re Watching
Technology

“Orange,” “House of Cards” and ... “Kimmy Schmidt.” “It’s a miracle!”

By Peter Kafka
Technology
Snapchat Is Adding Three New Publishers -- But Won’t Cut Old OnesSnapchat Is Adding Three New Publishers -- But Won’t Cut Old Ones
Technology

Mashable, IGN and Tastemade are all joining Discover this week.

By Kurt Wagner
Technology
Connor Goes to Hollywood: Chasing Stardom in YouTube’s Crowded UniverseConnor Goes to Hollywood: Chasing Stardom in YouTube’s Crowded Universe
Technology

Connor Manning tries to turn his YouTube popularity into something real. Whatever that is.

By Ryan Bradley
Politics
Jorge Ramos is the most trusted name in Latino news. Trump bounced him from a briefing.Jorge Ramos is the most trusted name in Latino news. Trump bounced him from a briefing.
Technology
Snapchat Hires Mattel Executive Drew Vollero as Finance VP (And Maybe CFO)Snapchat Hires Mattel Executive Drew Vollero as Finance VP (And Maybe CFO)
Technology

The company has been looking for someone to handle the books for almost nine months.

By Kurt Wagner
Technology
Maker Studios Gets Its First Report Card From DisneyMaker Studios Gets Its First Report Card From Disney
Technology

Disney will pay Maker Studios backers an earn-out bonus of $105 million. Maker could have made $200 million.

By Peter Kafka
Media
Dear groups that oppose the Iran deal: Here’s why you’re losing, and how to fix itDear groups that oppose the Iran deal: Here’s why you’re losing, and how to fix it
Media

Your strategy is failing. Here’s a better strategy — and why I suspect you’re not using it.

By Max Fisher