Walgreens' Covid testing site exposes patient data
Millions of people got Covid-19 tests through Walgreens. Their information wasn’t adequately protected. Recode’s Sara Morrison explains. Read her report here. Have a tip for one of our reporters? Ema...
14 Sep 202111min
Facebook’s smart glasses: cool or creepy?
Facebook and Ray-Ban announced their new collaboration: Ray-Ban Stories, their version of smart glasses. And they are surprisingly normal-looking, something developers hope will someday make their sma...
13 Sep 202111min
Why El Salvador made bitcoin a national currency
El Salvador recently became the first and only country to recognize bitcoin as an official currency. It’s a high-risk, high-reward experiment for the and the world is watching. The Wall Street Journa...
10 Sep 202113min
How gig work became a full-time job
The pandemic put a lot into perspective, especially when it comes to work. Millions of Americans lost their jobs during lockdown, while others found themselves juggling remote work and child care. And...
9 Sep 202111min
You’ve got my mail
We use email for practically everything. We use it for everyday things like food delivery apps, newsletters, and streaming services. We also use it for serious things like managing our finances, apply...
8 Sep 202112min
Start your holiday shopping NOW!
The pandemic has put immense strain on the global supply chain. Everything from basic food items like chicken wings to critical tech components like computer chips is running low. Recode’s Rebecca Hei...
7 Sep 202111min
Air conditioning is not cool
Air conditioning technology was considered revolutionary in the 20th century, but over the years, it’s proven to be devastating for the environment. Today, Recode’s Adam Clark Estes is joined by Eric ...
2 Sep 202115min
How the levees held
Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana on Sunday, August 29. The powerful storm grew to Category 4 by the time it crashed into the coast, and with a storm this strong, one big question was on everyb...
1 Sep 202110min
