Amazon: The struggle for AI talent is intensifying - Amazon is pouring billions into Anthropic
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C64 look: The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard: The accessories manufacturer 8Bitdo has released its retro keyboard for pre-order in the USA. Specifically ...
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Amazon One launches new app to scan your palm for checkout: Amazon announced Thursday the launch of its new app for Amazon One, its contactless palm recognition ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/28/amazon-one-the-palm-recognition-service-launches-a-new-app/
With Cainiao buyback, Alibaba takes aim at rivals' overseas advance: Alibaba's plan to buy full control of its logistics subsidiary rather than spinning it off ...
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Mark Zuckerberg Says This CEO Is the 'Taylor Swift of Tech': Mark Zuckerberg posted a photo with Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang this week and told a ...
entrepreneur.com/business-news/mark-zuckerberg-nvidia-ceo-is-the-taylor-swift-of-tech/471821
Alibaba Calls Off Cainiao’s IPO After Market Slump Worsens: Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is calling off an initial public offering for its Cainiao logistics arm in ...
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Amazon's senior employees may not get a cash pay raise this year: Amazon.com Inc said on Wednesday its senior employees, whose compensation includes more ...
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Quick Glance: Amazon's Senior Employees May Not Receive Cash Pay Raise
- Amazon mentioned that senior employees, who are primarily compensated in stock, may not get a cash pay raise this year.
- The pay raise for some top employees, however, will significantly exceed last year's due to the strong growth in the e-commerce giant's stock price.
- Despite strong performance, Amazon initiated job cuts across divisions at the start of the year to reduce costs.
- The issue of pay raise was initially reported by Fortune.
Kitchen sponge maker Scrub Daddy explores sale, sources say: Scrub Daddy, the kitchen sponge maker that gained popularity after securing an investment on U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/kitchen-sponge-maker-scrub-daddy-explores-sale-sources-say-2024-03-28/
Urban Sports Club informs about a data protection incident: Urban Sports Club is a company fitness program that is also very popular in Germany. By email...
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Amazon writes its largest venture cheque yet for AI start-up Anthropic: $2.75bn deal is the latest sign of Big Tech’s race to capitalise on the booming sector
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AI hallucinates software packages and devs download them – even if potentially poisoned with malware
theregister.com/2024/03/28/ai_bots_hallucinate_software_packages/
Samsung One UI 6.1 achieves, among other things: the Galaxy S23: Samsung announced that it would begin distributing One UI 6.1 to additional devices this week ...
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Best E-Reader for 2024: The best ebook reader for you should enhance your reading experience without breaking the bank.
cnet.com/tech/computing/best-e-reader/
Ryan Gosling & Apple Original Films Exec Jessie Henderson Launch General Admission Label, Ink Multi-Year First Look With Amazon MGM Studios
deadline.com/2024/03/ryan-gosling-jessie-henderson-general-admission-amazon-mgm-studios-1235869939/
Kids’ clothing and gear is more expensive than ever. Kidsy has a sustainable solution for discounts
techcrunch.com/2024/03/28/kidsy-is-a-startup-selling-liquidated-childrens-clothing-and-gear-like-a-tj-maxx-for-kids/
Amazon adds $3.7 billion to its stake in AI start-up Anthropic: The additional investment shows the enormous resources that tech companies are pouring into AI.
straitstimes.com/business/amazon-adds-37-billion-to-its-stake-in-ai-start-up-anthropic
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024): From 429 euros: Sometimes it's funny. Samsung released the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) on March 25th. listed on its Romanian ...
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YouTube Shorts: 25% of affiliate program participants earn money from this: Since the launch of YouTube Shorts in 2021, the division has been growing ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/youtube-shorts-25-der-partnerprogramm-teilnehmer-verdienen-damit-geld/
Shein’s fast fashion comes with fast-finance risks: For a sign of how the internet has changed the way consumers shop for clothes, consider the “Shein haul ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/sheins-fast-fashion-comes-with-fast-finance-risks-2024-03-28/
Matter Venture Partners raises $300M first fund to invest in ‘hard tech’: Matter Venture Partners will invest in between 15 and 20 companies with the new fund in ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/28/wen-hsieh-matter-venture-partners-300m-fund/
‘A Simple Favor 2’: Paul Feig Gets The Gang Back Together For Amazon MGM & Lionsgate Sequel
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Microsoft Teams supports AV1 codec: Microsoft has announced that it has added the AV1 video codec to Microsoft Teams to improve screen sharing. The ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-teams-unterstuetzt-av1-codec/
Apple defeats consumers' crypto-payment antitrust case for now: A federal judge in San Francisco has dismissed a consumer lawsuit accusing Apple of driving up ...
reuters.com/legal/transactional/apple-defeats-consumers-crypto-payment-antitrust-case-now-2024-03-27/
Quick Glance: Apple's Planned Chatbot Absence in iOS 18
- Apple is not intending to include its own generative AI chatbot in upcoming software updates.
- Discussions have been held with companies like Google, OpenAI, and Baidu regarding potential generative AI partnerships.
- Apple will reveal new AI features to aid users in daily tasks, but details remain vague.
- The iOS 18 beta will be accessible to developers post-WWDC keynote, with a full release expected in September.
Amazon fined $7.8 mln by Polish consumer watchdog: Amazon has been fined 31 million zlotys ($7.8 million) in Poland for misleading customers about product ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/amazon-fined-78-mln-by-polish-consumer-watchdog-2024-03-27/
Quick Glance: Amazon Faces Heavy Fine in Poland and Scrutiny Over Delivery Practices
- Poland's consumer watchdog, UOKiK, imposed a $7.8 million (31 million zlotys) fine on Amazon for allegedly misleading customers about product availability and delivery dates.
- Since September 2021, Amazon's sales practices have been under scrutiny following complaints from shoppers. The authority found potential deception in sales contract conclusions and the use of deceptive design elements to create a false sense of urgency.
- It was highlighted that Amazon failed to provide clear information about the rules of its delivery service before orders, despite guaranteeing delivery.
- Amazon intends to appeal the fine, emphasizing its dedication to customer satisfaction and collaboration with authorities.
Amazon loses court fight to suspend EU tech rules' ad clause: Amazon on Wednesday lost its fight to suspend a requirement regarding its online advertising under ...
reuters.com/technology/eus-top-court-rejects-amazons-request-suspend-eu-tech-rules-ad-clause-2024-03-27/
Supermarkets supersized their profits during the pandemic: Operating incomes at major grocery chains grew in 2021 — and are still climbing
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6 ‘healthy’ foods you may not realise are ultra-processed: All foods can make up a balanced diet, but there are always several factors to consider.
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Man buys entire house on Amazon for £20,500 but spots issue when he steps inside: If you're struggling to get on the housing ladder, Amazon may have a ...
mirror.co.uk/money/man-buys-entire-house-amazon-32451012
www.derstandard.at/story/3000000213297/kopftuch-nicht-erwuenscht-was-sagt-das-arbeitsrecht For a new Billa Corso branch in the Döbling district of Vienna, Billa is looking for an employee for delicatessen sales starting in April - for a ... Show more
Why online shopping is often more environmentally friendly than brick-and-mortar retail
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‘ALIENS’ is now available on 4K UHD for the first time ever.
Order here: www.amazon.com/Splatoon-3-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B09T5SJQGV #ad
Alibaba and Other Chinese Stocks Slide as ‘Uneven’ Economic Recovery Laid Bare
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African B2B e-commerce giant Wasoko marked down to $260M after VC halves stake | TechCrunch
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Chinese TikTok sellers complain of under-fire platform tightening US rule enforcement
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PayPal backs Indonesian insurance startup Qoala in $47M funding: PayPal Ventures’ latest investment is in an Indonesian startup that provides personal insurance ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/paypal-backs-indonesia-insurance-startup-qoala-in-47m-funding/
Wisconsin Supreme Court dismisses Amazon challenge to ruling that drivers are employees
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Quick Glance: Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Ruling on Amazon Drivers
- Wisconsin Supreme Court affirms lower court ruling classifying some Amazon delivery drivers as employees, not independent contractors.
- The decision means an Amazon subsidiary faces a tax bill of over $200,000.
- Labor unions and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development advocated for Amazon Flex workers to be recognized as employees.
- Legal experts suggest the case could have implications for similar gig economy worker classification cases.
Why Amazon should be afraid of Temu: Our podcast on markets, the economy and business. This week, the Chinese e-commerce giant seems intent on disrupting one of ...
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Amazon's pharmacy will offer same-day delivery in L.A. and NYC and plans to expand
latimes.com/business/story/2024-03-26/amazon-pharmacy-same-day-delivery
Vinyl records outsell CDs for the second consecutive year: Those vinyl sales mean the format outsold CDs by 6 million units, according to the Recording Industry ...
techspot.com/news/102407-vinyl-records-outsell-cds-second-consecutive-year.html
Walgreens beat Wall Street's earnings expectations but warned of a 'challenging retail environment'
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Consumer advice center considers legal action against Temu: Consumer advocates accuse the Chinese online retailer Temu of several violations and send it a ...
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Is the US media layoffs phenomenon the next housing crisis?: The media sector’s challenges amplify shadow banks’ toll on the US economy and mirror the 2008 ...
aljazeera.com/economy/2024/3/27/is-the-us-media-layoffs-phenomenon-the-next-housing-crisis
UAE: Noble numbers online auction raises Dh78.3 million for mothers’ endowment campaign - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: UAE: Noble Numbers Online Auction Raises Dh78.3 Million for Mothers' Endowment Campaign
- The online charity auction has successfully raised over 78.3 million Dh to support the Mothers' Endowment campaign.
- The auction showcased a collection of 555 license plates for regular vehicles in Abu Dhabi, including special numbers for motorcycles and classic cars.
- The Abu Dhabi Police Commander highlighted the strong turnout for the auction, emphasizing the community's commitment to fostering values of social cohesion and solidarity.
- The Mothers' Endowment campaign aims to promote education and instill values like filial piety, empathy, and community solidarity to support children's education.
LOL Season 5 is now on Amazon Prime - and fans of the Bully hit can look forward to even more
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Star ditches undies in see-through outfit: A British reality star has revealed she ditched her undies to wear a see-through catsuit on “date night” with her ...
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Why Amazon should be afraid of Temu: Our podcast on markets, the economy and business. This week, the Chinese e-commerce giant seems intent on disrupting one of ...
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Canada Goose is laying off 17% of its corporate staff: The outwear maker said the reduction will have “immediate cost savings” and will streamline its workforce
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The Art of ‘INSIDE OUT 2’ is releasing on May 7, one month before the film hits theaters.
Order here: www.amazon.com/Art-Inside-Out-Disney/dp/1797225057 #ad
The rise of dupe culture: This app scours the internet for fancy furniture knockoffs
fastcompany.com/91069178/dupe-app-scours-internet-for-fancy-furniture-knockoffs
Shocking moment Deliveroo rider is stabbed by robber on busy street: Lewis Livingstone, 19, launched the unprovoked attack after spotting the courier cycling in ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/28/shocking-moment-deliveroo-rider-stabbed-robber-busy-street-20548975/
Lucian Baltaru, Sameday Group: We anticipate that industrial logistics projects must integrate advanced technologies and automation to streamline processes and ...
business-review.eu/br-exclusive/industries-to-watch-in-2024/lucian-baltaru-sameday-group-we-anticipate-that-industrial-logistics-projects-must-integrate-advanced-technologies-and-automation-to-streamline-processes-and-address-market-complexit
Man buys house on Amazon for £20k but spots major issue when he steps inside: The shopper nabbed the fully-fledged quirky house from the online giant on a whim.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/man-buys-house-amazon-20k-32453891
Exclusive: Standard AI shifts focus to computer vision analytics for retailers, now valued at $1.5 billion
venturebeat.com/ai/exclusive-standard-ai-shifts-focus-to-computer-vision-analytics-for-retailers-now-valued-at-1-5-billion/
Top ad guru Martin Sorrell downplays chances of Trump's Truth Social capturing serious market share
cnbc.com/2024/03/28/trumps-truth-social-wont-capture-serious-market-share-sorrell-says.html
Project Ghostbusters: Facebook intercepted data traffic from the Snapchat app - Golem.de
golem.de/news/project-ghostbusters-facebook-hat-datenverkehr-der-snapchat-app-abgehoert-2403-183610.html
For misleading customers: Amazon has to pay a fine of 7.2 million euros: The online retailer Amazon was fined 7.2 million euros in Poland. The ordering process ...
heise.de/news/Amazon-wegen-Irrefuehrung-zu-7-8-Millionen-US-Dollar-Strafe-verurteilt-9668857.html
Your smart TV is snooping on you. Here's how to limit the personal data it gathers
zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/your-smart-tv-is-snooping-on-you-heres-how-to-limit-the-personal-data-it-gathers/
Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse: Latest Updates: The collapse of the span, triggered when a cargo ship struck a support structure of the Francis Scott Key Bridge ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/03/27/us/baltimore-key-bridge-collapse
Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
‘THE IRON CLAW’ is now available on Blu-ray.
Order here: www.amazon.com/Iron-Claw-Bluray-DVD-Digital/dp/B0CS6YYG6T #ad
France and Brazil announce $1.1 billion investment plan for the Amazon: The Brazilian and the French presidents announced on Tuesday a plan to invest 1 billion ...
apnews.com/article/lula-macron-brazil-amazon-investment-9c938a9164baa7b01dbd69002bb76798
British Museum Sues Former Curator for Return of Stolen Items: The museum accuses Peter Higgs, a former keeper of Greek and Roman antiquities ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/arts/design/british-museum-thefts-peter-higgs.html
Impulse Buying Is Hard to Stop. 5 Expert Tips That Can Help You Resist the Urge: Forget the advice you've heard before. Overspending goes deeper than you ...
cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/advice/give-your-bank-account-a-break-im-a-money-coach-and-these-are-my-top-tips-to-curb-overspending/
Apple Vision Pro Deal Offers You the Chance to Save on the Headset Everyone's Talking About
cnet.com/deals/apple-vision-pro-deal-offers-you-the-chance-to-save-on-the-headset-everyones-talking-about/
Audible Launches Investigative Podcast About The Origins Of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby Character
deadline.com/2024/03/audible-podcast-scott-fitzgerald-great-gatsby-character-1235868337/
Amazon's advertising unit hit with another round of layoffs: Amazon extends job cuts in its advertising unit, according to an internal email obtained by Business ...
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Shops evacuated and cordon erected as gas-masked firefighters tackle blaze in chip shop: www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/shops-evacuated-cordon-erected-gas-28896083
Consumer advice center considers legal action against Temu: Consumer advocates accuse the Chinese online retailer Temu of several violations and send it a ...
wn.de/welt/wirtschaft/verbraucherzentrale-erwaegt-klage-gegen-temu-2946523
Amazon's pharmacy will offer same-day delivery in L.A. and NYC and plans to expand
latimes.com/business/story/2024-03-26/amazon-pharmacy-same-day-delivery
Product piracy: Amazon fights against fake goods: The US internet company identified, confiscated and disposed of more than seven million counterfeit products on ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/unternehmen/amazon-kaempft-gegen-fake-ware-19613185.html
Canada Goose is laying off 17% of its corporate staff: The outwear maker said the reduction will have “immediate cost savings” and will streamline its workforce
qz.com/canada-goose-corporate-staff-layoffs-1851366694
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Meet Uzbekistan’s first unicorn: e-commerce startup Uzum: Uzum, an e-commerce startup offering online shopping, fintech and food deliveries to millions of ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/25/uzbekistan-unicorn-uzum-series-a-funding/
Ocado Retail sales rise as sharper prices win more customers: British online supermarket Ocado Retail said a focus on sharper prices helped it win more customers ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/ocado-retail-quarterly-sales-up-106-it-wins-more-customers-2024-03-26/
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba's bumpy restructuring journey: Alibaba said on Tuesday it would shelve plans to list its logistics arm, the latest twist in the ...
reuters.com/technology/chinese-e-commerce-giant-alibabas-bumpy-restructuring-journey-2024-03-26/
Amazon.de Visa Card: Redeem your last reward points today: Amazon and Landesbank Berlin (LBB) are ending their cooperation for the Amazon.de Visa Card ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/amazon-de-visa-karte-unbedingt-heute-die-letzten-praemienpunkte-einloesen/
Fireworks.ai open source API puts generative AI in reach of any developer: Just about everyone is trying to get a piece of the generative AI action these days ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/fireworks-ai-open-source-api-puts-generative-ai-in-reach-of-any-developer/
Why Amazon should be afraid of Temu: Our podcast on markets, the economy and business. This week, the Chinese e-commerce giant seems intent on disrupting one of ...
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Former Nextdoor exec raises $25 million for PipeDreams, a startup rolling up HVAC companies
techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/former-nextdoor-exec-raises-25-million-for-pipedreams-a-startup-rolling-up-hvac-companies/
34-year-old making $49,000 a month in passive income: What I always tell people who want to build successful side hustles
cnbc.com/2024/03/25/ryan-hogue-top-passive-income-side-hustle-myths.html
The first ever ‘SUCCESSION’ Funko POPs have been revealed & are now available for pre-order.
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