Articles by Anne Patterson
New Jersey allows online casinos to go live
Starting Tuesday, November 26, online casinos will go live in New Jersey. New Jersey has allowed online crypto casino to go live. Starting Tuesday, November 26, gamblers across New Jersey will be able to place online bets.
Why are sky gazers going gaga over Comet ISON?
Sky gazers are going gaga over the comet of the century - Comet ISON- which is a "sungrazer."
Wine cellar of pre-Jesus era discovered in Israel
A wine cellar of pre-Jesus era has been discovered at an archaeological site in northern Israel.. A wine cellar of pre-Jesus era has been discovered at an archeological site in northern Israel.
Beastie Boys mulls suing GoldieBlox for using its song in viral ad
Beastie Boys is contemplating suing toy company GoldieBlox for using its song "Girls" in a an ad that has gone viral.
Facebook's Zuckerberg talks on civil rights issues
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg speaks out on civil rights issues. Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shared his views on civil rights issues. In an exclusive interview with ABC's "This Week", Zuckerberg criticized the current U.
Apple has bigger plans for Touch ID sensor: Report
Apple has much bigger plans for the Touch ID sensor, reveals a new patent filing. Apple has far bigger plans for the Touch ID sensor than we thought. According to a 612-page patent application the company filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Apple is considering a wide range of new uses for the fingerprint sensing technology in its mobile devices.
Science research proponent Fred Kavli succumbs to cancer
At 86, science research proponent Fred Kavli succumbed to cancer and passed away in his Santa Barbara house.
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire sweeps weekend box office
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire has created quite a stir at the box office, raking in $161.1 million already.
Zuckerberg says US 'really blew it' on privacy issues
According to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, the U.S. 'really blew it' on privacy issues and the NSA could have handled the surveillance program PRISM, better.
NSA dumped malware on 50k computer networks worldwide: Report
NSA has reportedly dumped malware on more than 50k computer networks globally. The National Security Agency (NSA) is in the news again - this time for dumping malware on more than 50,000 computer networks around the world.
Wikimedia wants Wiki-PR to immediately stop editing site, but why?
Wikimedia Foundation wants Wiki-PR to cease editing its site. Wikimedia Foundation wants editing services firm Wiki-PR to immediately stop editing the site.
Teens are not deserting Facebook: Sheryl Sandberg
During Facebook's Q3 2013 earnings report, CFO David Ebersman revealed that young teens were using Facebook less. It prompted speculations that teens were losing interest in Facebook and turning their attention elsewhere. Now, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg is trying to clear the air.
Verizon refuses to stop charging for spammy SMS
Verizon Wireless has said it will continue to "support text-to-donate for charitable programs and text-to-contribute for political campaigns," which use premium SMS (or PSMS).
Google keen on selling Glass in optical stores?
Google is reportedly looking to sell its Google Glass in optical stores. The latest buzz has it that Google is keen on selling its Google Glass device in optical stores.
Motorola team up with 3D Systems on Project Ara
Motorola has teamed up with 3D Systems on Project Ara. Motorola has teamed up with 3D systems to develop a continuous 3D printing production platform for Project Ara.
What fire? Tesla Model S tops Consumer Reports' owner satisfaction survey
Despite reports of Tesla Model S catching fire, the car has topped the Consumer Reports' owner satisfaction survey.
Hyundai 'The Walking Dead Chop Shop' (review)
Hyundai's 'The Walking Dead Chop Shop' gets you - or rather your car - ready for the zombie apocalypse.
Now you can (almost) make in-flight cell calls
Soon passengers will be able to make in-flight cell calls. Soon you will be able to make in-flight calls with your mobile phone, if all goes well. The U.
Samsung must pay Apple $290 million for copying iPhone, iPad features: Jury
Samsung will have to pay Apple $290 million in damages per the jury verdict. The jury has reached a verdict in the Apple vs. Samsung patent infringement retrial - it said Samsung must pay Apple $290 million for copying iPhone and iPad features in its devices.
Privacy is over-exagerrated: Vint Cerf
Pioneer of internet, Vint Cerf, believes that online privacy is over exaggerated. According to Google's chief Internet evangelist Vint Cerf, online privacy is over-exaggerated.
Monster dad shoots toddler daughter dead after posting murder plan on Facebook
A Colorado-based father kills his 19-month old daughter. After posting on Facebook his murderous intent.
Google goes beyond digital with Google Wallet Card
Google Wallet Card is now available in the U.S. Google Wallet has gone beyond being a digital wallet as the company has introduced a new debit card to access accounts.
Guess which tech companies stand the best chance of keeping NSA out?
Here's a look at the tech companies that have the best chance of keeping NSA out. Can you guess which tech companies have the best chance of keeping the National Security Agency (NSA) from spying and keep your data protected against interception? Google, Dropbox, SpiderOak and Sonic.
Scientists invent self-healing battery electrode, promises less charging time
Researchers have invented self-healing battery electrodes that will require less charging time. Scientists have invented self-healing battery electrodes that need less charging time.
Twitter app update brings search filters and more
Twitter has updated its iOS and Android apps, bringing new search filters, the option to view all tweets, and more.
Politicians, wireless carriers express opposing views on cellphone 'kill switch'
Politicians and wireless carriers are divided on the cellphone "kill switch." Even as lawmakers in New York and San Francisco push cellphone makers to approve of the "kill switch," politicians and wireless carriers express opposing views.
Bill Gates turns emotional when talking about hunt for Steve Ballmer's successor
Bill Gates became emotional when speaking about the Microsoft CEO hunt. However, the show must go on.
Chinese supercomputer Tianhe-2 makes rival eat dust in speed test
Tianhe-2 retains the crown as the fastest supercomputer in the world. Tianhe-2, a supercomputer made by the Chinese government has held on to the top spot, making rivals eat dust in a speed test of the world's most powerful systems.
NASA MAVEN starts historic journey to Mars
NASA's MAVEN spacecraft has begun its journey to Mars. NASA's MAVEN spacecraft has begun its historic journey to Mars. MAVEN or Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN was launched on Monday, November 18 at 1:28pm ET from Cape Canaveral in Florida.
Jury to resume deliberations in Apple-Samsung patent retrial
The jury will resume deliberations, Wednesday, in the Apple vs. Samsung patent infringement retrial.
