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<p>France's digital tax will hit tech companies for millions.</p>

France will start collecting digital tax from US tech giants next month

The country expects to raise 400 million euros this year from the collecting the tax.

Articleby Katie CollinsNovember 25, 2020 7:30 AM PST

Facebook changed algorithm post-election, Twitter revamps verification

In today's top stories, Facebook reportedly changed its algorithm to prioritise authoritative news sources after the US elections in November, Twitter is calling for help on revamping its verification rules and Elon Musk becomes the second richest person in the world.

Videoby CNETNovember 25, 2020 4:00 AM PST

This cellphone case came from the ocean

4ocean is creating products made from ocean-reclaimed plastic. We spoke with co-founder Alex Schulze about 4ocean's global cleanup initiative and the tech it's developing to help.

Videoby Stephen BeachamNovember 24, 2020 6:00 AM PST

<p>Prometheo's device uses sensors to measure carbon monoxide, temperature, humidity and smoke concentration</p>

When a hurricane blows out your internet, a drone can drop an instant Wi-Fi network

New technology like instant Wi-Fi networks and body monitoring sensors are helping first responders in the field save more lives.

Articleby Kent GermanNovember 24, 2020 4:00 AM PST

Snapchat takes on TikTok, Twitter's fleets run into a problem

In today's top stories, Snapchat gets a feature that spotlights short videos. What an idea! Meanwhile, Twitter finds out its disappearing tweets were not disappearing as they were supposed to.

Videoby Iyaz AkhtarNovember 24, 2020 3:00 AM PST

<p>Apple's chief of global security has been indicted in a bribery scheme.</p>

Apple security chief accused of offering bribe of iPads for gun permits

The scheme involved donating 200 iPads worth $70,000 to the Sheriff's Department in exchange for four concealed carry permits, according to the DA's office.

Articleby Steven MusilNovember 23, 2020 4:29 PM PST

<p>737 Max aircraft painted in American, Southwest and United liveries sit outside Boeing's factory in Renton, Washington on Nov. 18, 2020. </p>

US airlines detail plans for resuming Boeing 737 Max flights

If you don't want to fly on the Max, American, United and Southwest will let you change flights without penalty. Plus, how to tell when you're booked on a Max flight.

Articleby Kent GermanNovember 23, 2020 3:50 PM PST

<p>Google headquarters in Mountain View, California</p>

Google's antitrust battles: Here's what you need to know

The latest: Seven states plan to file a lawsuit next month and combine their case with the DOJ's complaint.

Articleby Richard NievaNovember 23, 2020 3:18 PM PST

Foxconn to assemble Google server components in Wisconsin plant, report says

The beleaguered Wisconsin factory had been touted as a key to bringing manufacturing back to the US.

Articleby Richard NievaNovember 23, 2020 1:36 PM PST

<p>Facebook has a new tool to create donation drives.</p>

Facebook aims to spur more holiday giving with new tool

The social network will also match up to $7 million in eligible donations to US nonprofits on Dec. 1.

Articleby Queenie WongNovember 23, 2020 4:00 AM PST

<p>AT&T and FEMA trucks in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael. </p>

How carriers keep your phones working when the world falls apart

Hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires can knock out phone network service right when we need it most.

Articleby Eli BlumenthalNovember 23, 2020 4:00 AM PST

Charli D'Amelio hits 100M followers, SpaceX launches new satellite

In today's top stories, TikTok influencer Charli D'Amelio rockets past the 100 million subscriber mark, Space X launches another satellite and production for Black Panther 2 is tentatively scheduled.

Videoby CNETNovember 23, 2020 3:10 AM PST