
Here’s what’s on the Thursday menu.
Facial scans at U.S. airports violate Americans’ privacy, says a new report by researchers at the Center on Privacy and Technology at Georgetown University’s law school. (NYT)
“Bright,” marketed as a blockbuster movie starring Will Smith, makes its debut on Netflix Friday. Netflix has already ordered a sequel. (Bloomberg)
Another look at how the tax bill affects tech companies, with Apple as the focus: Apple wins big with U.S. tax bill but faces snag on foreign patents. (Reuters)
Amazon files to trademark “AmazonTube,” a bad sign for those hoping that Amazon and YouTube will kiss and make up. (USA Today)
Related to above: Firefox is now available on Amazon’s Fire TV, and it can access YouTube. (Verge)
A fourth class-action lawsuit against Google claims the company rips off publishers and their advertisers. (Business Insider)
Facebook and fake news: Company says it will stop using “disputed” label and will instead offer up “related articles” to provide context. (Company blog post)
Key NSA surveillance program’s reauthorization hits roadblock in Congress. That’s Section 702 of FISA. (Washington Post)
Microsoft should ban private arbitration in racial discrimination cases, too, the Congressional Black Caucus says. (USA Today)
After six years and $1.9 billion, Magic Leap unveiled its smart glasses for first time on Wednesday. (Business Insider)
North Korea rejects U.S. accusation, says it is not linked to any cyber attacks. (Reuters)
Photo: Netflix’s headquarters in Los Gatos. (Courtesy Netflix)