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Timothy B. Lee

Timothy B. Lee

Former senior correspondent

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    Supreme Court struggles to discipline patent courtSupreme Court struggles to discipline patent court
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    The court that brought you the patent troll crisis keeps losing at the Supreme Court.

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    Why Apple’s new cloud service will probably faiWhy Apple’s new cloud service will probably fai
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    Apple has a long history of creating unsuccessful online services.

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    Your Mac and iPhone are about to get more powerfulYour Mac and iPhone are about to get more powerful
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    Apple unveiled new versions of the operating systems for Macs, iPads, and iPhones. Here are 7 of the most important new features.

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    40 maps that explain the internet40 maps that explain the internet
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    Where the internet came from, how it works, and how it’s used by people around the world

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    Why robots won’t lead to mass unemploymentWhy robots won’t lead to mass unemployment
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    Some experts think robots and artificial intelligence will throw many Americans out of work. But technologist Marc Andreessen says we shouldn’t worry.

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    Uber’s feud with Lyft is great for customersUber’s feud with Lyft is great for customers
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    Some drivers worry that competition between Uber and Lyft will drive down their incomes. But the companies’ rivalry is great for customers.

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    Steve Ballmer buys the LA Clippers for $2 billionSteve Ballmer buys the LA Clippers for $2 billion
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    Microsoft billionaire Steve Ballmer has signed a deal to acquire the Clippers basketball team.

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    Who cares if Snowden raised concerns at the NSA?Who cares if Snowden raised concerns at the NSA?
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    The NSA says Ed Snowden is lying when he claims to have raised concerns about NSA programs inside the agency. But it wouldn’t have made a difference if he had.

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    How Obama is changing our appeals courtsHow Obama is changing our appeals courts
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    When Barack Obama took office, 10 out of 13 courts had Republican majorities. Today, 9 out of 13 are dominated by Democratic nominees.

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    Steve Jobs never would have bought BeatsSteve Jobs never would have bought Beats
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    Apple’s purchase of Beats is the latest sign that Tim Cook is turning Apple into a normal company.

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