Mythili Sampathkumar
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Mythili is a freelance journalist based in New York. When not reporting about politics, foreign policy, entertainment, and climate change, she is reading during a subway delay and attempting to be artistic.
Kickstarter loses 40% of its staff after a wave of layoffs and buyouts
Crowdfunding platform Kickstarter laid off 25 employees and with 30 more employees accepting voluntary buyouts, the company has reduced its staff by nearly 40%.
Lawmakers don’t like Uber’s potential Grubhub acquisition plans
Ride-sharing giant Uber is coming under attack for its attempt to add to its food delivery capabilities by buying GrubHub. Could it lead to a monopoly?
European Netflix customers are still seeing lower-quality video, slow speed
Netflix is still reducing video bitrates for the streaming giant's European users two months after reducing bandwidth at the height of the coronavirus pandemic.
Twitter is letting some employees work from home forever
Social media giant Twitter announced Tuesday it will allow some of its employees to continue working remotely — even after the coronavirus pandemic has ended.
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt is back with an interactive special on Netflix
Almost two years after Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and its quirky characters ended their run on Netflix, the cast is back with an interactive special on Tuesday.
You can now buy the Impossible Burger at Kroger’s
Impossible Foods will now sell its plant-based burger in nearly 3,000 grocery stores, thanks to the addition of 1,700 Kroger's locations all over the U.S.Â
Johns Hopkins opens coronavirus testing data to the public
Johns Hopkins University has made public its data on coronavirus testing, including testing sites, how many test have been done, and state-by-state comparisons.
How to run in a virtual race
Runners have been participating in virtual races to exercise and compete during the coronavirus lockdown. Here's how you can stay fit while still staying safe.
YouTube partners with Tribeca, Cannes, Sundance for free film festival
YouTube is partnering with Tribeca, Cannes, Sundance and several others to offer a free film festival on its platform from May 29 to June 7, 2020.Â
CDC adds six new coronavirus symptoms to watch out for
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has added six new symptoms to its list for COVID-19, including chills, sore throat, and sudden loss of smell.
How to watch the NFL Draft 2020
Tune into the first virtual NFL draft on Thursday, April 23, as coronavirus has shut down all other major live sporting events.
Piracy, lost deals, and apps: The risks film festivals face while going digital
Film festivals face a tough decision of whether to cancel altogether or stream films during the COVID-19 lockdown, both of which would result in lost revenue.
Facebook map shows you where people are reporting coronavirus symptoms
Facebook posted an interactive map which tracks how many people say they are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus, by U.S. county
Denis Villeneuve explains why Dune had to be adapted into two movies
Director Denis Villeneuve said his adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune will allow the rich, intricate world of the 1965 sci-fi book to unfold across two films.
Netflix stars to host Instagram Live series about coping with coronavirus
Netflix announced it will be starting a new Instagram live series to talk about mental health during the coronavirus lockdown.
Cyberbullying increases amid coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what parents can do
As students become physically isolated because of COVID-19, experts say cyberbullying has become a growing problem. There are ways for parents to help, however.
Intel pledges $50 million for coronavirus response efforts
Intel has pledged $50 million for pandemic relief efforts, with initiatives to improve patient care, make online learning easier, and fund scientific research.
Startup partnering with Dennis Quaid wants to make podcasts like a ‘movie for your ears’
Movie star Dennis Quaid is branching out by partnering with Audio Up, a new podcast company which aims to take the world of podcast from black and white into technicolor.
YouTube pulls down conspiracy theory videos linking 5G to coronavirus
YouTube is doing its part by limiting content on conspiracy theories and 5G technology. The move comes after a spree of attacks on 5G cell towers in the U.K.Â
Roku is offering 30-day free trial of premium video
Roku is giving new users 30 days of free access to premium channels, but it comes with a slight catch.
Instagram shuts down major meme account over coronavirus scam
An Instagram account with close to 14 million followers was taken down by the social media company for perpetuating misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic.
The best free resources to keep students engaged while stuck at home
As teachers, parents, and students of all ages adjust to the world of distance learning at home, educational tech outlets are responding with free offerings.
Yelp adds GoFundMe button to boost local restaurants and bars hurt by closures
Yelp has partnered up with GoFundMe to raise money for local, independent businesses and restaurants that have been forced to close during the coronavirus.
Coronavirus exposes digital disparities between students as learning goes online
With universities across the country closing campuses and moving everything online, the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic has complicated learning for many.
Max von Sydow, star of Seventh Seal, Star Wars, and Game of Thrones, dies at 90
Max von Sydow, who starred in The Exorcist and Game of Thrones, and even made a late-in-life appearance in a Star Wars film, has passed away at the age of 90.
