In a pivotal development for labor rights, hundreds of Amazon delivery workers in New York have successfully organized under the banner of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. This move reflects a growing trend among various sectors within Amazon’s logistics framework to unite for improved working conditions. These drivers are affiliated with three separate delivery firms
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For those entrenched in the world of cryptocurrency, particularly bitcoin, the last week has been nothing short of paradoxical. On one hand, bitcoin celebrated a significant surge, boasting a 12% increase over the course of just seven days. Meanwhile, the network hash rate soared to unprecedented heights. This metric represents the cumulative computational power deployed
As global technological landscapes evolve, nations are racing to secure access to cutting-edge advancements. Saudi Arabia, a nation traditionally dependent on petroleum, is now setting its sights on transforming its economy through artificial intelligence (AI). This shift is epitomized by its ambition to partner with NVIDIA, a leading American chipmaker known for its high-performance computing
Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle, recently celebrated his 80th birthday. This milestone is a testament to his enduring legacy in the tech industry. While some of his counterparts in legacy tech companies like Intel and Cisco are struggling to adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of artificial intelligence, Oracle has emerged as a standout
California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently issued a warning to executives at major tech companies, emphasizing the need to safeguard voters from deception, intimidation, and dissuasion, especially in the lead-up to the upcoming elections. Bonta highlighted the crucial role that social media and artificial intelligence services play in providing news and information to millions of
While much of the global focus on generative artificial intelligence has centered around big U.S. companies such as OpenAI and Google, China’s tech giants have also made significant strides in this field. Over the past 18 months, companies like Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu, and Huawei have launched their own AI models, aiming to capitalize on the
The former CEO of British chip design firm Arm, Warren East, recently highlighted the challenges facing the U.K. in commercializing technology businesses on a global scale. According to East, there is a pressing need for a mindset shift within the investor community to help the country succeed on the world stage. He noted that lackluster
Northvolt, a leading battery producer for Europe’s electric vehicle industry, recently made the decision to cut jobs, close down a site, and engage in discussions with partners and investors to secure the future of a facility in Poland. This move came after a strategic review of its business operations, leading to some difficult decisions about
Creators on platforms like YouTube have long relied on Google’s algorithms and ad revenue as their main source of income. However, with the landscape becoming increasingly unpredictable, some creators are exploring alternative revenue streams to ensure financial stability. The Try Guys, a popular creator group, have transitioned to a subscription-based model with the launch of
Roblox, a popular gaming platform for kids, is making a significant shift by allowing developers to charge users real money for certain games. This change, announced during the company’s annual developer conference, marks a departure from its reliance on virtual currency. With the new pricing model, developers can sell their games directly to users without