This Wednesday, WeWork (also known as The We Company if you want to make it official) filed their initial paperwork to go public. They set their valuation at an astounding $47 billion dollars, and they’re claiming that their justification behind this is that they are a tech company. The S-1 filing that WeWork submitted states: […]
It comes as no surprise that social media and depression are linked, as there have been several studies done over the years proving this. Previously, the focus of these studies has been on teens and adolescents. Now, there’s a new one out, and it’s pointing to how social media and depression affect millennials. A recent […]
There are a lot of tech things we are well aware hackers have access to. Smart home devices, emails, Wi-Fi devices, smart TVs, routers, your computer, cars; we’re well aware they can all be targets for people looking to get a hold of your sensitive information. Printers, though? I’m sure you never thought of this […]
Hey, Disney fans! I’m sure ever since Disney announced back in September of 2017 that they were creating their very own streaming service, you’ve been dying to know all the details. Well, we’re inching closer to their official launch date of November 12, 2019, and here’s everything you need to know about Disney’s new streaming […]
It’s hard to wade through the news overload and keep up with the key things happening in tech, but Chip Chick has the highlights! Let’s jump right into what you need to know! People Got Scammed Into Working For A Fake Gaming Company Well, this is pretty surprising but 25 people were apparently scammed into […]
I’m sure you don’t stop and think twice before posting a selfie with your pet online, and it’s certainly never something that crossed my mind as a problem, but in doing this you could be putting yourself at risk for fraud. Santander Bank has recently warned younger people that following trends set by celebrities such […]
It’s hardly news to realize that there’s always someone out there that’s going to find a way to abuse or manipulate technological advancements for a greater malevolent purpose. It is surprising to learn though that there’s disturbing data that points to smart home tech being abused by domestic abusers. A recent report released by The […]
Social media platforms are promising to do a better job of policing content and taking down anything hateful or disturbing, but what you’re about to hear proves that there’s just a long way to still go on this. I mean, we have AI that’s better at diagnosing diseases than actual doctors…but we don’t have a […]
The ’90s! It was a time of Jennifer Aniston hair, and also some of the other stuff that happened. Some of that stuff was tech! The ’90s were a truly special time in tech — the World Wide Web came into being, owning your own computer went mainstream, and there were no Facebooks or Googles to […]
I say Amazon Prime, you say free 2-day shipping. Ok, while that’s definitely one of the biggest and most exciting perks the service has to offer, there’s really so much more to it. So much, that I feel like I’m still learning about everything that comes along with it and I’ve been on Amazon Prime […]
Instagram just announced that they’re taking big steps in order to crack down on online bullies. Cyberbullying is only a growing issue, and it’s becoming pretty frequent to read in the news about a young adult or child taking their life because of it. The Cyberbullying Research Center released a report in 2016 saying 33.8% […]
4th of July proves a challenging time of year for a lot of animal owners, and I’m sure you can relate. Fireworks may be beautiful, but they’re quite upsetting for a lot of animals, and dogs are no exception. One of my dogs Lola, in particular, is very bothered by the loud noises associated with […]
I know a lot of moms that let their toddlers have unlimited access to an iPad, the TV, and even their iPhone. There is a new study out though that says too much time in front of screens can have dire consequences for your toddler, and that’s definitely concerning. The US Department of Health and Human Services […]
The days of thinking coffee actually might not be so good for you are long over, and now you won’t have to worry about having that third or fourth (or even fifth) cup. Not only does coffee increase your life, but it also helps reduce your risk of getting cancer, heart disease, Parkinson’s, and type […]
As pretty much all things in life are, social media is great in moderation. But when you find yourself spending all your free time online, it’s time to make a change. Social media burnout can leave you feeling like you’re out of control and without a realistic perspective anymore. Social media burnout can also even […]
Jodie May is a Mom from Granville, Michigan. After her 15 year old teen daughter got in trouble at school, she decided to dole out what seemed to be a very fair punishment. She took away her phone. Jodie expected this act of parenting to help her daughter realize the error of her ways. “I was […]
Amanda Deibert is best known for her award-winning work as a comic book and television writer. She has written for shows such as Breakthrough With Dr. Steve Perry and OWN Tonight. She also has written for live, sketch, and comedy shows on Hulu and Syfy. She’s also becoming know for what she just posted on Twitter because […]
You have a lot to already worry about in regards to keeping your home safe, without adding smart home devices to the table. Unfortunately, the reality is pretty much every device you can connect to your home can potentially be hacked, which definitely jeopardizes your safety and that of your family. Unlike break-ins, where you […]
Technology is a beautiful thing, don’t get me wrong. There are so many technological advances we can credit with doing things such as improving our lives and prolonging our lifespans, but on the flip side to this, some technology we have is downright terrifying, in addition to being completely harmful. Let’s take a look at […]
Smart home devices as a whole make your life easier and help you accomplish everyday tasks. Amazon Alexa hit the market fairly recently, and it’s certainly one of my favorite pieces of smart home tech. From helping to solve a murder, to achieving some super cool skills, to potentially being your doctor; the possibilities with […]
It’s hard to wade through the news overload and keep up with the key things happening in tech, but Chip Chick has the highlights! Let’s jump right into what you need to know! Some Geniuses Managed To Steal $40.7 Mil In Bitcoin You read that right, some genius hackers managed to steal $40.7 million in […]
