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James Vincent

    Latest articles by James Vincent

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    Microsoft’s New Philanthropy Effort Will Focus on Access to TechnologyMicrosoft’s New Philanthropy Effort Will Focus on Access to Technology
    Technology

    A $75 million commitment to computer education efforts.

    By James Vincent
    Technology
    Tokyo Police Unveil Net-Wielding Interceptor DroneTokyo Police Unveil Net-Wielding Interceptor Drone
    Technology

    Using a net means no dropped drones.

    By James Vincent
    Technology
    Samsung Finally Agrees to Pay Apple $548 Million, With a Few CaveatsSamsung Finally Agrees to Pay Apple $548 Million, With a Few Caveats
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    Suit over smartphone patents was filed almost five years ago.

    By James Vincent
    Technology
    Sony Buys Toshiba’s Image Sensor Business for $155 MillionSony Buys Toshiba’s Image Sensor Business for $155 Million
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    The facilities will operate under Sony’s new wholly owned subsidiary, the Sony Semiconductor Corporation.

    By James Vincent
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    Dubai Has Ordered 20 Jetpacks for Firefighters and First RespondersDubai Has Ordered 20 Jetpacks for Firefighters and First Responders
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    For rescue operations in skyscrapers, at least initially.

    By James Vincent
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    Toyota’s $1 Billion AI Company Will Develop Self-Driving Cars and Robot HelpersToyota’s $1 Billion AI Company Will Develop Self-Driving Cars and Robot Helpers
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    Totally different from what Google’s self-driving unit is working toward, but just as cool.

    By James Vincent
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    U.K. Bill Would Force ISPs to Store Citizens’ Internet History for a YearU.K. Bill Would Force ISPs to Store Citizens’ Internet History for a Year
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    This level of online monitoring has been banned in the U.S., Canada and every other European nation.

    By James Vincent
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    Apple’s Survey App Helps Venues Easily Create Indoor MapsApple’s Survey App Helps Venues Easily Create Indoor Maps
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    The Indoor Survey App uses a combination of Wi-Fi and radio signals to track positions.

    By James Vincent
    Technology
    European Parliament Rejects Amendments Protecting Net NeutralityEuropean Parliament Rejects Amendments Protecting Net Neutrality
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    Critics say the new regulations contain a number of loopholes that could lead to the creation of a tiered Internet service.

    By James Vincent
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    Aurous, the Popcorn Time of Music, Is Already Being SuedAurous, the Popcorn Time of Music, Is Already Being Sued
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    Music labels say the app’s creators are “well aware of the copyright infringement.”

    By James Vincent