Google's dropped its dumbass Real Names policy for social media, but don't worry, the adorable little fella found a welcome home in China, where bloggers and other social media users are now prohibited from using aliases or parody names.
G+'s Real Names policy has moved to China
China skyscraper engulfed in flames
A skyscraper reported to be the offices of China Telecom went up in flames today, reports the BBC, with footage showing one side of tower consumed by fire and blanketed in thick smoke. In another video, dozens of people could be seen fleeing the scene as flaming debris rained down from the skyscraper's upper floors.… READ THE REST
Chinese kids posing as "American Teens" in front of blue lockers at Ikea
Vice recently reported on a new trend that entails Chinese youth posing as "American Teens" in front of the blue lockers at Ikea. Chloe Xiang explains: IKEA's blue locker rooms are being used not to store bags, but to pose in front of as a pseudo-American high school. One of the biggest trends right now… READ THE REST
Tik Tok executive refuses to say it will stop sending U.S. user data to China
Testifying in congress, Tik Tok Chief Operating Offiders Vanessa Pappas did not reply directly to a pointed question from Sen. Rob Portman (R—Ohio): "Will TikTok commit to cutting off all data and data flows to China?" TikTok does not operate in China, Pappas said, though it does have an office in China. TikTok is owned… READ THE REST
Refurbished savings: Get a near-mint Surface 3 tablet at a budget-friendly price tag
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Save 74% off an expertly refurbished Apple MacBook Air this month
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. From watches to earbuds to computers, Apple products are some of the most dependable on the market, especially for working professionals. But with that reliability comes pretty gnarly price tags. And while… READ THE REST
Put computing power in your palm with 60% off this iPad mini 4
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