Facebook puts Instagram for kids on hold after pushback
Facebook is putting a hold on the development of a kids' version of Instagram, geared toward children under 13, to address concerns that have been raised about the vulnerability of younger users.
Winona facility expanding to fight microchip shortage
WINONA, Minn. (WKBT) -- A Winona manufacturer is expanding its workforce to meet an increasing demand for microchips around the globe. The Watlow facility in…
Eau Claire law enforcement receive donation for body cameras
EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) -- The Eau Claire County Sheriff's Office and Eau Claire Police Department will receive new body cameras, they announced Wednesday, after PESI Inc. pledged nearly $1 million for the program. PESI -- a non-profit continuing education organization…
TikTok disables late-night notifications for teens as part of new safety measures
TikTok won’t send younger teens late-night notifications as part of a series of child safety measures announced Thursday.
A new internet provider comes to La Crosse with gigabit internet
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- MetroNet, an Indiana-based fiber optic internet provider, announced Wednesday that it will be expanding its services to La Crosse, offering customers…
Samsung's new foldable phones are cheaper, more durable and have an under-screen camera
Samsung is still betting on a future where smartphones fold in half. But first it must convince users that's a future they want. At its annual Unpacked event on Wednesday, Samsung will focus on its foldable smartphones instead of its…
Apple to scan U.S. iPhones for images of child sexual abuse
Apple unveiled plans to scan U.S. iPhones for images of child sexual abuse, drawing applause from child protection groups but raising concern among some security researchers that the system could be misused, including by governments looking to surveil their citizens.
Facebook says it’s moving forward with Instagram for kids despite backlash
In a blog post, the company said it is developing “a new Instagram experience for tweens” managed by parents and guardians as part of its efforts to “reduce the incentive for people under the age of 13 to lie about their age.”
The Hubble Space Telescope is functioning again after more than month offline
On Saturday, NASA said engineers had successfully switched the telescope, which orbits 340 miles above Earth’s surface, to backup hardware, a high-stakes maneuver that began Thursday.
More competition: Biden signs order targeting big business
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Friday targeting what he labeled anticompetitive practices in tech, health care and other parts of the economy, declaring it would fortify an American ideal “that true capitalism depends on fair and open competition."
Regional planning organization to offer web training to businesses in nine counties
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — A new economic development initiative aims to help small businesses launch and/or improve their online presence with free in-person and virtual training. Sponsoring the effort, titled "Win the Web: Website Training To Help You Grow…
Microsoft debuts Windows 11, first major update in 6 years
Microsoft has unveiled the next generation of its Windows software, called Windows 11, that has sleeker visual features and is more open to third-party apps.
What to buy in June 2021?
Father’s Day and graduation season are here, which means there will be seasonal deals to cash in on. And, this year, Amazon Prime Day is in June! It falls…
La Crosse MTU expects to roll out two electric buses in fall
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — The La Crosse Municipal Transit Utility and Xcel Energy will break ground soon for electrical charging stations for buses, according to MTU Director Adam Lorentz. The plug-ins won't stand idle, with the arrival of two…
Handy hand and stick vacs
Spring-cleaning can be time-consuming. But one easy way to stay on top of debris on your floors is with a small vacuum, like a stick or hand vac. Consumer Reports runs…
FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit to offer discounts to eligible households
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WKBT) — The Federal Communications Commission's Emergency Broadband Benefit will make substantial discounts on broadband service and computers available to consumers beginning Wednesday. The pandemic-related program will continue until the $3.2 billion in federal funding runs out or…
