Huawei devices have long been argued to pose a security threat – one of the reasons US consumers can’t purchase Huawei phones. But, this latest declaration is at least partially in response to the notable economic dispute that has been raging for a little more than year between the two countries. So what does this national emergency entail for technology relations between these two giant economies? We explain all you need to know....

The online world is riddled with threats at this point in history. Ransomware attacks, security breaches, and run-of-the-mill phishing scams have become commonplace throughout the internet, and businesses and individuals alike are having trouble keeping up with them. Now, the US government is investing some money to train more and more cybersecurity professionals that can fight back against these nefarious hackers. The effort to close the cybersecurity skills gap will not be an easy one, unfortunately....

Two reasons for wastefulness are that most Americans prefer aesthetically-pleasing foods – the un-bruised apple, the perfect peach – and that to “cover their bases” farmers oftentimes overharvest crops. The latter results in more than 6 million pounds of fruits and vegetables thrown out, or un-harvested, every year. With the world’s population anticipated to hit 9 billion by 2050, and the global hunger crisis affecting some of the poorest communities all over the world, maybe planting and harvesting more food isn’t the answer....

We all know he got his start with Ooma followed by an early investment into Airbnb. Ever since then there have been rumors that he’s gotten some expert guidance from undisclosed mentors, and it’s hard to argue with that given his results. However, Kutcher credits a lot of his success with simply staying educated to keep ahead of the curve. In other words, Kutcher is saying that he needed, and still needs, the right resources to ensure his continual success in the tech investment realm....

Eat Omega 3s An essential fatty acid found in a variety of nuts, oils, and fish such as salmon, omega 3s play a critical role in brain function and also help your body store carbohydrates as energy. Adding foods to your diet that are rich in this ingredient can help increase your energy levels, and support your ability to focus on tasks throughout the day. Whole Grains Eating carbohydrates can spike your blood sugar, but this is often followed by a crash – particularly when you eat too many of them and it can also translate into fatty weight gain....

With the entire tech world eagerly waiting for Apple’s expected announcement on September 10, the question on many consumers’ minds right now is when they should get rid of their old smartphone. Unbeknownst to them, waiting too long to get rid of their iPhone could mean losing out on a substantial amount of money. Instead, what we have found is that you should already be locking down a good rate for your old iPhone clunker as soon as possible – and definitely not wait until the new release....

The study from HighSpeedInternet.com conducted three million different independent speed tests, ranking each state based on the best and worst connections across the country. Take a look at the results below, and try not to get too upset if your state is in the bottom ten. Depending on how well you remember your US geography lessons, you might realize that the top five states are all in the D.C.-area, with Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Washington D....

But BEFORE the Philadelphia Mixer & Startup Showcase, we want you to vote for your ONE favorite startup! That’s right, we want to know which startup you think should represent the great city of Philadelphia during Tech Cocktail’s Celebrate Conference in Downtown Las Vegas on Oct 6 & 7. The local winner is chosen based on your voting, so do your research and choose wisely, below. The startup poll will close on October 1st, 5:00 PM CST, so vote now!...

Pick a food and there’s a study out there telling you that it’ll boost your cancer risk. And that it’ll lower it. No joke: Vox just released an article featuring an entertaining chart proving it with such staples as corn, beef, milk, and eggs. How did the media get to a place where it just accepts the whichever dumb health studies get churned up? Why the Studies Are Bad Scientists run studies constantly....

She released her informal study on her blog, and the most disappointing finding was how often women get interrupted. Of 314 total interruptions, 238 – 76% – were of women. 70% of men’s interruptions were of women, and 87% (!) of women’s interruptions were of women. In other words, something is stopping people from interrupting men, while they – both genders – feel comfortable interrupting women. Her study also confirmed that men do slightly more interrupting – 212 out of 314 interruptions (68%), when the room was usually 60% men....

With the coronavirus pandemic in full force, video chat has become an incredibly popular means of conducting business and staying in touch with friends. Zoom has been the primary beneficiary, with millions of new users signing on in just the last few months. That boom, unfortunately, caused a lot of security snafus that the company has struggled to manage in real-time. Now, Zoom has launched an update that should help fix the privacy issues that plagued the app over the last few weeks....

Text Request is a cloud-based business texting software built for personal conversations between employees and consumers. Founded in late 2014, the company aims to “revolutionize the way businesses and consumers engage with each other.” Small- and medium-sized businesses in both the United States and Canada are using the service for lead generation, customer service, following up with leads and closing sales, appointment scheduling, internal communications, and notifications, among other reasons....

Some very successful startups have come out of Chicago. A few names that will likely be familiar to you include GrubHub, Belly, SitterCity, and Groupon. Aside from having innovative products and exemplary business chops, all of these companies had the help of VC firms to get off the ground and scale. Built in Chicago recently posted a list of 23 VC firms in the city that are helping startups raise the capital they need....

Easy ShiftThis is an innovative application method of keeping tab on various product movements and also gathering data, used by many companies. The task is simple, the user is only required to check if a product is available at certain outlets, check the barcodes of the products and check the price of the product. The payout that a person can expect here varies between $2.00 to $20.00 per task and the payment comes via PayPal....

In the early aughts, people turned to Myspace as their primary social media tool. And, while it quickly became a popular platform, it wasn’t until the rise of Facebook and Twitter did companies begin to see the potential benefits of having a presence on social media. Indeed, with more than 1.5 billion active users across the globe, it shouldn’t be hard to see why it makes sense for businesses to have some kind of presence on Facebook....

To find out the specifics, we asked members from Young Entrepreneur Council how they use technology to shave off hours of their work week. Here’s what they said: Use an AI Assistant and Ride-Share Apps Time is the most valuable thing we have. The technologies I use to shave off hours daily are ride-sharing apps and my AI assistant. By not driving, I gain approximately 200 hours per year. My AI assistant schedules all my meetings, which saves literally thousands of emails per year, which is time and energy I can then refocus on executive level tasks for running my influencer marketing company....

With all these accomplishments under his belt, it’s no wonder Elon Musk is so prone to memorable quotes. From the future of self-driving cars to his desire to change the world, Musk has been quoted on more stages than you can count, which is why they wrote a book about it. Rocket Man: Elon Musk In His Own Words is a new book that will hit shelves on February 14th....

While the importance of a website cannot be overstated, you don’t have to spend a fortune on a professional web designer to create your website. There are hundreds of tools out there that can make a beautiful website for everyone’s favorite price: zero. While you don’t need to enlist the help of a professional, skipping out on quality products is an absolute no-no. Choosing the right web design software can be tricky to navigate, but not impossible....

AngelList AngelList can help you find startups that are hiring in any part of the country. Through the site, you can connect directly to companies or people working at those companies. Your overview of jobs will also include available jobs in your professional network. And because AngelList is such a robust community of startup folks, people will sometimes note that they’re interested in you. AngelPad Whether you’re attempting to land a job in Silicon Valley or Silicon Alley, AngelPad offers you info on their portfolio companies and which ones are looking to hire....

This is changing, however. When the original Star Wars trilogy was first released, the technology in the films seemed completely in the realm of science fiction. Now, however, many examples of Star Wars technology that actually exist. This technology not only exists, but some of it is easily accessible and affordable to regular consumers (and perhaps even more affordable than Star Wars toys soon due to a changing global manufacturing scene)....