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CBS News - Technology

Cyberattack shutters Canvas learning platform for schools across the U.S. -- A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.

24 minutes ago

Can AI help you figure out how much money you need to retire? -- As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.

6 hours ago

How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. -- Mar 28, 2024

7 months ago

Google unveils screenless Fitbit -- Fitness trackers started as devices for measuring workouts, but now they are designed for 24/7 monitoring and the passive collection of health data. Fitbit announced its latest device, called the Fitbit Air, to compete with other screenless trackers like the Whoop. Tech journalist Lexi Savvides joins CBS News with more.

6 hours ago

Former OpenAI board members testify in trial -- The high-stakes OpenAI trial pitting tech giants Elon Musk and Sam Altman against each other is wrapping up its second week with testimony from former board members. Ashley Gold, Axios senior tech policy reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.

6 hours ago

Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection -- ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems. -- Aug 25, 2022

3 years ago

AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts -- New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.

7 hours ago

What to know about Apple settlement -- If you bought an iPhone recently you may be able to get some of your money back. Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement in a lawsuit over false advertising. Kelly O'Grady explains who is eligible.

7 hours ago

Autonomous cars to be ticketed in California -- Autonomous cars in California will no longer be immune to traffic tickets once a new law takes effect in July. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to discuss this and other top technology stories of the day. -- May 6

7 hours ago

iPhone owners could get up to $95 from a new Apple settlement -- A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.

1 day ago

Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them? -- Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.

1 day ago

OpenAI co-founder's diary surfaces in Musk trial -- The high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI now involves testimony about a co-founder's personal diary. Vanity Fair contributor Tom Dotan joins to discuss. -- May 5

15 hours ago

Coinbase to lay off 700 workers as crypto company embraces AI -- "This is a new way of working, and we need to leverage AI across every facet of our jobs," CEO Brian Armstrong said in a letter to employees. -- May 5

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Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional -- A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged. -- May 5

1 day ago

GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid -- EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer. -- May 4

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