Volkswagen wants to use quantum computers to optimize traffic
"If you've ever had your bus show up later than scheduled, here's a welcome development for you. Volkswagen, with the help of D-Wave, has tapped the power of quantum computing to develop a traffic management system that can better process transport information…" https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/volkswagen-quantum-computer-traffic-management/
The EFF’s VR experience helps users spot surveillance devices
" With surveillance technology becoming ever more ubiquitous, it would be useful to know where to look for it. At least that's the thinking behind the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Spot the Surveillance VR experience. It puts users in a virtual neig..." https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/eff-vr-experience-help-spot-surveillance-devices/
Lime puts $3 million toward promoting e-scooter safety
" E-scooter companies have faced plenty of criticism for allegedly doing too little to foster safety (not to mention basic respect for the law) among riders, and Lime appears to be tackling this issue head-on. It's launching a $3 million "Respect the Ride" camp…" https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/lime-campaign-promotes-e-scooter-safety/
Amazon may split new headquarters between two cities
"Amazon may have an unexpected solution to its location for a second headquarters: split it in two. A Wall Street Journal source says Amazon has decided to divide HQ2 "evenly" between two locations, with 25,000 jobs each. It's mainly a matter of fin..." https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/amazon-may-split-hq2-between-two-cities/
Instagram might be exploring collaborative School Stories
" When Facebook launched, the social network was limited to students, and now the company appears to be testing a new Instagram feature that brings to mind those early days. TechCrunch reports that Instagram might be considering collaborative School St..." https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/instagram-exploring-collaborative-school-stories/
" Gab is back online following a brief shuttering in the wake of the anti-Semitic shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue late last month. The social network had been banned by its hosting provider Joyent and domain registrar GoDaddy, and blacklisted by oth..." https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/gab-back-online/
Facebook pulls Trump ad TV networks took off the air
" Facebook confirmed that it has followed in the footsteps of most major media outlets and pulled a controversial advertisement released by the Donald Trump campaign. The social media giant, which allowed the video to run for several days on its platfo..." https://www.engadget.com/2018/11/05/facebook-pulls-trump-caravan-ad/
