Apple to Open Giant Data Center in Arizona

The company plans to invest $2 billion in creating a data center in Mesa, Ariz., after it dropped plans to produce sapphire, a hardened and light material, at the facility.

from BWCWeb http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/02/apple-to-open-giant-data-center-in-arizona/?_r=1

Raspberry Pi Computer Gains More Horsepower

The low-cost computing device, popular with hobbyists and students, can do more than ever. But it will still cost $35.

from BWCWeb http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/02/raspberry-pi-computer-gains-more-horsepower/?_r=1

In Net Neutrality Push, F.C.C. Is Expected to Propose Regulating the Internet as a Utility

Tom Wheeler, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, is expected to propose reclassifying high-speed Internet as a telecommunications service.

from BWCWeb http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/03/technology/in-net-neutrality-push-fcc-is-expected-to-propose-regulating-the-internet-as-a-utility.html?_r=1

Daily Report: Uber, Known for Playing Hardball, Tries Softer Approach

The striking reversal in tone comes at a crucial time for Uber, which once somewhat prided itself on its antagonistic attitude.

from BWCWeb http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/02/daily-report-uber-known-for-playing-hardball-tries-softer-approach/?_r=1

Twitter Displays Its Value With Instant Timeline for New Users

The social network, which is under pressure to attract new users more quickly, has begun testing a feature that allows new users to dive into Twitter’s content without investing much time setting up an account.

from BWCWeb http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/02/twitter-displays-its-value-with-instant-timeline-for-new-users/?_r=1

Hard-Charging Uber Tries Olive Branch

The striking reversal in tone comes at a crucial time for Uber, which once somewhat prided itself on its antagonistic attitude.

from BWCWeb http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/02/business/hard-charging-uber-tries-olive-branch.html?_r=1

A Question Over the Reach of Europe's 'Right to Be Forgotten'

A man’s victory in a Paris court could has perhaps set a precedent that Europe’s “right to be forgotten” ruling should apply far more broadly than originally understood.

from BWCWeb http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/01/questions-for-europes-right-to-be-forgotten/?_r=1