Reuters Technology Report: May 3, 2016

Click to View in Browser Tuesday, May 3, 2016 Twitter makes following accounts easier with new Connect tab NEW YORK (Reuters) - A new Connect tab on Twitter Inc's mobile app makes it easier for people to find accounts to follow, the social network said on Tuesday as it launched the new feature to attract more users. Brazil judge overturns 72-hour suspension of WhatsApp SAO PAULO (Reuters) - A Brazilian judge on Tuesday overturned a suspension of Facebook Inc's WhatsApp messaging application that affected some 100 million users, after many people voiced frustration at the second such freeze in five months in the South American country. Google to buy minivans for self-driving tests from Fiat Chrysler DETROIT/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Alphabet Inc's Google unit has agreed to buy about 100 plug-in hybrid minivans from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV to expand its self-driving vehicle testing program, the two companies said on Tuesday -- in the most advanced partnership to date between Silicon Valley and a carmaker. Vanguard Group says glitch fixed on app for Apple devices BOSTON (Reuters) - Vanguard Group has fixed a software application after a glitch caused some clients to see inflated account balances on their Apple mobile devices, a spokeswoman said on Tuesday. Match Group revenue beats as Tinder attracts more paid users (Reuters) - Dating website operator Match Group Inc reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue, as its popular dating app Tinder attracted more paying users. Twitter lawsuit partly dismissed over U.S. information requests SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A U.S. judge on Monday partly dismissed a lawsuit filed by Twitter Inc in which the social media company argued it should be allowed to publicly disclose more details about requests for information it receives from the U.S. government. Yelp surges on Einhorn stake but some on social media are skeptical NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shares of Yelp Inc shot to a three-month high on Tuesday morning after hedge fund manager David Einhorn unveiled a new stake, but seesawing social media sentiment among active traders signaled skepticism about the business review site's longer-term prospects and Einhorn's prowess as a stock picker. Canadian ordered out of Nepal after criticizing government on social media KATHMANDU (Reuters) - A Canadian living and working in Nepal who criticized the government on social media has been ordered to leave the country within two days, a Nepali official said on Tuesday. Tencent venture poaches Google talent as Chinese tech firms pile into autos BEIJING (Reuters) - An automaker launched last year by firms including tech giant Tencent Holdings Ltd has poached autonomous driving personnel from Google and Daimler AG, marking China's latest high-profile hires in the race to make self-driving cars. Starboard's Smith says Yahoo 'welcoming' since his arrival LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Yahoo Inc's management team and directors have given a warm welcome to Starboard Value LP Chief Executive Jeffrey Smith since he joined the company's board after a contentious battle, he said on Monday. Related Video App ensures tree grown from ashes stays alive Urine test kit to help beat malaria Mediafile How about Hightail-ing it? On Twitter, dubious health claims from e-cigarette bots A daily digest of breaking business news, coverage of the US economy, major corporate news and the financial markets. Register Today A quick-fix on the day's news delivered when you want it. Register Today » » MORE NEWSLETTERS - 3 Times Square New York, NY 10036 USA © Copyright 2016 Thomson Reuters Ensure delivery of Reuters Newsmails, add newsletters@email.reuters.com to your address book. Subscribe to other Reuters newsletters. Unsubscribe from this newsletter. Follow us on Twitter Friend us on Facebook