The new feature is free and was rolled out globally this week on iOS and Android. It allows users to swipe up on a video call or Messenger Room and tap the new Watch Together option. Facebook says there are now 150 million video calls on Messenger a day, and that people send 200 million videos to one another daily. From here, you can select a video suggested for you or choose from a category, such as ‘TV & Movies,’ ‘Watched’, ‘or ‘Uploaded....

Scammers are sending emails threatening that “your Facebook account has been disabled due to a copyright notice.” They then ask for the victim’s login details in an effort to hijack their account and potentially gain access to further logins While phishing is in no way a new phenomenon, it always pays to be aware of the latest methods in order to avoid falling prey to the endless amount of people who would love your login details....

These are all events you’ll find on Speakeasy, a site for discovering semi-private parties that launches on Valentine’s Day. These parties take place in private residences, usually cost less than going to the bar (or nothing at all), and hopefully make it easier to meet people. Bracken should know: he has spent time organizing popular events for Newmindspace, from bubble blowing parties to capture the flag to the famous International Pillow Fight Day (now in 150 cities worldwide)....

The value of local influencers to your SEO campaign is also significant. If influencers spread your brand through sharing, natural links, an d even more traditional methods, you will earn reviews, natural links, etc., so that you become more of a trusted expert. And the more authoritative you become, the higher you will rank on local searches. Developing relationships with local influencers is not the hard part, however. Finding them is....

The Los Angeles-based startup lets users submit video, audio, or photo evidence of local issues related to public safety or the environment: on the app, I saw reports on graffiti, a car that was broken into, and illegal left turns at an intersection. While some were titled “Roadway Danger” or “Sidewalk Danger,” many of the entries were called “Other (Not Listed Please Describe)” – in other words, CitySourced could use a few more category options....

But after a few months, we began to notice something: Many of these downloads weren’t actually leading to fully qualified, revenue-generating users. Our brand power was strong enough to get people to sign up, but when it came to long-term engagement and retention, we weren’t where we needed to be. We didn’t want to be the app you’d rather have and not need than need and not have. We needed to be a functional staple of people’s event planning and travel lifestyle....

For anyone hoping to squeeze a last few crucial projects through in these remaining days before the Christmas holidays, it’s a frustrating break in service that shows just how dependent many businesses have become on G-Suite’s tools. At the time of writing, Google services were beginning to return, though we’ll update this post as more detail emerges. G-Suite Downtime Reported UK downtime reporting site DownDetector flagged a surge in complaints and queries about Google services going down this morning:...

GoFundMe, a charity-oriented for-profit business, probably won’t be the first place any entrepreneur hoping to turn a crowdfunding profit will go for. But it’s an interesting case study in a successful startup: It not only trounces Kickstarter right now, but it also handily beats out 135-year-old charity the Red Cross, which collected a piddling $604 million last year. The Facts Forbes covered GoFundMe in their November 8, 2016 issue, and you can read it on their site now....

While Google Calendar used to mainly serve as just that, a calendar, the exodus from office life has lead to a massive increase in Google Hangouts as a vessel for meetings. Google Hangouts has existed for a while, but it was usually used for occasional meetings when someone couldn’t attend physically. But now that multiple businesses are either working from home entirely or conducting their business through a hybrid style, virtual meetings have become a necessity for many office-based businesses....

The integrated app, which will be called ‘Google Meets’, will inherit features from both video calling platforms, including customizable backgrounds, real-time closed captions, and creative filters and effects. With Google previously merging all of its messaging services under the umbrella of ‘Google Chat‘, it’s clear the tech company is no stranger to a merger. Here’s how Google’s plan to create “one connected solution” might impact you. Best of Both Worlds?...

As the gender wage gap in tech becomes more and more of a problem, The Department of Labor has begun asking companies to provide wage gap data to better inform on their future decisions. And while Google is usually on the right side of history, they claim they are unable to provide the data. The reason? It’s too expensive. From Google’s own perspective, the data collection would cost somewhere in the ballpark of $100,000, along with 500 or so hours of manpower....

Groupon initially filed for an IPO in June for $750 million. Its IPO roadshow, delayed in September, may start early next week. The discount can be traced back to this summer’s equity market volatility, as well as concerns unique to Groupon. The company lost two COOs this year, Margo Georgiadis and predecessor Rob Solomon, and media and investors have questioned the long-term potential of its business model. While gaining revenue and signing up over 100 million subscribers, Groupon reported a net loss of $102....

Initially launched by Samsung at CES 2018, the microLED took another leap forward at CES 2019, showing off the technology’s scalable, modular side. How does this new tech work, and when is it rolling out to everyday consumers? Here’s what to know about the bright-lit, inky-black future of TV tech. What Is MicroLED? To understand what MicroLED is, you need to start with LED. Short for “light emitting diode,” this TV tech uses a liquid crystal display that is lit from behind by diodes....

The List LinkedIn analyzed thousands of member profiles for those who had graduated between 2015 and 2017, compiling their report from data they found. While the full report covers plenty of extra information — notably the best metro areas for recent grads in the U.S. and which industries they support — this collection of the top 15 job titles is the most interesting. It contrasts each positions’ median total compensation after one year against the number of entry-level roles that are open....

Bolt Motorbikes came with some unique features that have helped them stand apart from other electric and non-electric vehicles with capability of digital interaction. As far as source of energy is considered, Bolt Motorbikes just did the same revolutionary thing what years ago Tesla Motors did for electric cars. The company has introduced two different motorbikes. The Economy Mode of Bolt M-1 offers a speed of 20 mile per hour speed, while the Sport Mode of the same range is capable to run at a speed of 40 mile per hour....

Fortunately, two web designers, who also happen to be die-hard Cubs fans, have come up with a few solutions that could make user experience at Wrigley Field that much more enjoyable. Mark Baldino and Ben Ihnchak are the cofounders of Fuzzy Math, a company that does user experience design, so they know what they’re talking about. Check out what improvements they would make to the historic ballpark’s jumbotrons: Enhanced In-Game Experience When you’re in Wrigley field, it’s hard not to get swept up by the history and excitement of the legendary ballpark....

The impact could be huge: The Boston Consultancy Group has estimated that U.S. insurers could reduce annual claims in their nearly $10Bn-a-year industry by 40 to 60 percent, just with the real-time data smart devices could provide. Like our content? Subscribe now to get articles like this delivered to you weekly. Now back to your reading… As CES continues, I chatted with ROC-Connect’s senior vice president, Kevin Meagher, about the company’s presence at the event and their plans at the intersection of insurance and IoT....

Then the coronvirus pandemic swept the world, ushering in a series of global-economy-threatening lockdowns — all to stave off a wave of even-more-economy-threatening mass deaths. Grim stuff. The pandemic is shaping up to be a life-changing event for many around the world, and it will reshape countless industries in the process. Now, we have new data on how it has impacted one such industry, the world of podcasting. What was the Pandemic’s Impact?...

Your website load speed can have a large impact on whether or not people will investigate further, and it can also have a negative impact on whether or not your website is even shown at all in popular search engines. Many are surprised to learn that coding and website load time have a contributory role in SEO. Search engine optimization isn’t just about flooding your page with keywords; it’s about content, layout, coding and other factors such as your load speed that lead to greater visitor satisfaction and conversion rates....

To say that cyberbullying has become a problem on social media would be a dire understatement. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram have been plagued with hate speech for years, causing millions of users to jump ship for less vitriolic experiences online. Meta is hoping to quell some of this behavior, though, by instituting a small feature that has actually been proven to cut back on cyberbullying. As for how effective this method will be at deterring cyberbullies from badgering those on the platform, Instagram insists that research shows these kinds of messages do have a positive impact when it comes to hate speech....