Originally from Northern California, Ryan W. Neal came to New York to earn his master's in journalism from Columbia University. He joined IB Times April 2013, and is a writer for the technology section.
He has written for the Santa Barbara Independent, Sacramento News and Review, Summit Daily News, Virgin Red Room, and Forbes Sports Money. He was previously the manager of the blog network at Magnet Media Inc.
When he's not nerding out about tech, he loves sports and snowboarding.
Bitcoin Coming To PayPal 'Very Soon'
EBay CEO John Donohue didn't give a start date but said PayPal would start using bitcoin for peer-to-peer payments.
Did John Oliver Break The FCC's Comment Page?
The outage seemed to highlight the very problem of Internet Service Providers demanding the right to host “Internet fast lanes.”
Privacy Activists To 'Reset The Net'
The anti-surveillance effort aims to give websites, developers and Internet users actionable tools to protect privacy online.
Apple Adds New Private Search Option
Apple seems to have heard the message about protecting customer privacy.
Suzi LeVine Becomes First Ambassador To Take Oath With E-Reader
It may just be a matter of time before a president is sworn in with his or her hand resting on a touchscreen instead of paper.
The Many Revelations Of Apple's iOS 8
One standout feature allows iOS users to view and respond to app notifications just by swiping down from the top of the screen.
What's On Google's Search Removal Form?
Here's the form to ask Google to remove personal information from search results.
Here's The People Who Want To Be Forgotten By Google
Sources say Google has received thousands of requests, including some from criminals, pedophiles and politicians.
Dish Now The Largest Company To Accept Bitcoins
The Colorado-based company is also the first subscription-based TV provider to accept bitcoins.
Google's New Car Is Totally Hands-Free
Get ready for driverless cars: These new two-seaters that look like a Little Tykes Cozy Coupe don’t even have a steering wheel or pedals.
Apple Says Users, Not iCloud, Caused iOS Ransom Attack
Apple didn't provide any additional information about how "Oleg Pliss" was able to lock Australian iPhones and hold them for ransom.
Australian Apple Devices Held For Ransom
This may shatter some Apple users' beliefs that their devices are immune from malicious hackers and malware.
Spotify Hacked, But Just One Unlucky Android User Affected
To avoid a negative reaction by waiting to disclose details about a data breach, Spotify announced a hack after just one user was affected.
Do Robot Cars Need Driver's Licenses?
Starting in September, select engineers can pick up one of the licenses for $150.
UK Data Watchdogs Probe EBay After Security Breach
Probes into the massive data breach will likely focus on the lack of encryption to protect critical customer information.
Data Breaches Could Be The New Norm For Online Shoppers
Security experts think that for the time being, attacks like the one against eBay will continue to occur.
How Pot Policy Keeps The FBI From Hiring Hackers
Recent statements by FBI Director James Comey reflect America's changing attitudes toward weed, even among law enforcement.
US Message To Beijing: We Know What You’re Up To
The detailed indictment against Chinese hackers sends a message about how much the U.S. knows.
SoundCloud Numbers Didn't Add Up For Twitter
Der Spiegel reported that Twitter was concerned about SoundCloud not having licensing agreements to stream copyrighted material.
Will Consumers Lose In AT&T-DirecTV Deal?
If the deal is approved, AT&T will move "very fast" to bundle DirecTV channels, wireless service and broadband connections.