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XOi raises $230M, acquires Specifx to expand its tech for field service technicians
Field service engineers may not be the first group of customers that come to mind when you think about lucrative opportunities in B2B technology. But that same blind spot speaks of the opportunity in the space for those who are stepping up and targeting “the job site.” One of the players in that space, XOi […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Google tells employees why it’s ending DEI hiring goals
Google is joining Meta, Amazon, and other big tech companies in winding down its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. In a Wednesday memo to employees that I obtained (and you can read below), Google’s head of HR, Fiona Cicconi, said there will no longer be DEI hiring targets due to the company’s status as […]
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Google ditches DEI hiring goals
Google will no longer have diversity hiring targets and will review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, according to an email sent to employees seen by the Wall Street Journal. Google now joins other tech companies rolling back DEI practices, especially as DEI practices come under fire from conservative groups. Amazon and Meta have also […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Ford lost $5 billion on EVs in 2024
Ford’s electric vehicle and software business lost $5.1 billion in 2024, up from $4.7 billion lost in 2024. And the automaker doesn’t anticipate any relief this year, when it predicts it will lose as much as $5.5 billion on its EV business. Ford reported its fourth quarter and full-year earnings on Wednesday, beating Wall Street […]
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The biggest breach of US government data is under way
Elon Musk's DOGE has taken control and accessed large swathes of Americans' private information held by the U.S. federal government. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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There’s a hidden message in Amazon’s event invites
Amazon sent out five different invites to its upcoming product event, and when pieced together, they spell out a familiar word: Alexa, the name of the company’s digital voice assistant. We assumed the event would be about Alexa’s long-heralded renaissance, and given this message, plus Amazon telling Reuters that the event will be Alexa-focused, it seems certain the new Alexa […]
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Sonos lays off 200 employees as its struggles continue
Things at Sonos are getting worse before they get better — if they’re going to get better. Today the company laid off approximately 200 employees, The Verge has learned. The news was announced at around 4PM ET, and a letter to employees from interim CEO Tom Conrad was posted on Sonos’ website shortly thereafter. “One […]
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How Rejection Turned into an LA Microbudget Movie Love Letter
Their film, Sour Party, is set to premiere in LA on Saturday, February 8, at Gardena Cinema.The film is about two broke, struggling 30-somethings who desperately need to come up with money for a baby shower gift.The film is reaching the end of its journey after three long years.
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All the news on Qi2 wireless charging
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has (finally) released the new Qi2 standard that will help new devices and chargers line up perfectly, thanks to the magic of magnets. Version 2.0 of the Qi wireless charging standard supports up to 15W charging so that iPhone owners don’t have to get expensive MagSafe-certified accessories to enjoy optimal […]
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Amazon reportedly gears up to release next-gen Alexa
Amazon may be gearing up to release a next-gen, AI-powered Alexa experience, according to Reuters. Per the outlet’s report, Amazon plans to preview an upgraded version of Alexa, the company’s smart home assistant that runs on a number of first- and third-party devices, at an event on February 26. The revamped Alexa is said to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Paragon spyware used to target citizens across Europe, says Italian government
WhatsApp said users in several European countries were targeted with Paragon spyware, according to the Italian government. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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What’s on your desk?
Many of us work from home, and so one of the most important places in those homes is our workspaces — in other words, our desks. Everyone’s workspace is different. What kind of desk — and desk chair — do you use? Is your workspace neat and organized or filled with tchotchkes and toys? Do […]
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ChatGPT drops its sign-in requirement for search
ChatGPT no longer requires you to log in to use the AI chatbot’s search engine, OpenAI announced on Wednesday. With the feature, ChatGPT will surface responses based on information from the web while presenting a list of sources it used to inform its answer. OpenAI first launched its search engine to paid ChatGPT subscribers last […]
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The Lord of The Rings: Duel for Middle-Earth Board Game Review
Though you may want to pass if you already own 7 Wonders: Duel, The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-Earth offers an exciting and varied new take on the original game, while still being accessible for newcomers.
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Apple rumored to kick off M5 chip production using TSMC performance-enhanced 3nm node
South Korean website claims that TSMC has started high-volume production of Apple's M5 processors using N3P fabrication process.
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Record the Moon in UHD 4K with the New Nikon COOLPIX P1100
This COOLPIX P1100 model is set to bring 125x optical zoom which will span across a 24-3000mm full-frame equivalent focal length.Let’s look at this new COOLPIX P1100, its 16MP CMOS sensor, and its photo and video recording capabilities.The Nikon COOLPIX P1100 is available for pre-order now with shipments expected to be delivered end of the month.
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Why IQ is a poor test for AI
During a recent press appearance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that he’s observed the “IQ” of AI rapidly improve over the past several years. “Very roughly, it feels to me like — this is not scientifically accurate, this is just a vibe or spiritual answer — every year we move one standard deviation of IQ,” […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Newer Sony cameras can now upload images to Google Drive and Lightroom
Sony has updated its Creators’ Cloud platform so that images uploaded to a user’s cloud storage from select Sony cameras can be automatically transferred to Google Drive or Adobe Lightroom. With Google Drive, you can save photos for backup and sharing, and with Adobe Lightroom, images can be processed almost immediately, even by a remote […]
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The Jurassic World Franchise Wrote a Check That the Rebirth Trailer Refuses to Cash
The “new era” of the Jurassic World franchise still seems to be holding back based on the first trailer for Rebirth.
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Huawei manages to pull $118 billion in revenue despite strict U.S. sanctions and restrictions
Huawei's consumer business has bounced back since August 2023, following the launch of new smartphones featuring domestically produced chipsets that bypass U.S. sanctions.
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Where to Stream Every Jurassic Park Movie Online in 2025
Our up-to-date streaming guide on how to watch all of the Jurassic Park movies online in 2025.
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Reddit tells communities threatening Elon Musk and DOGE workers to cool down
Reddit has seen an increase in rule-breaking posts across “several communities,” and it has issued a temporary ban on one that featured users calling for violence against people who work for the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). That community, r/WhitePeopleTwitter, was given a 72-hour ban on Tuesday, as reported by Engadget. Screenshots shared […]
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As GLP1s boom, dietician startups Berry Street, Fay each nab $50M rounds
For decades, the US healthcare system has struggled to address the diet-related chronic illnesses affecting nearly half of all adults. That changed in recent years with the discovery of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs that help people lose weight. While insurance covers these medications, doctors frequently require patients to see a nutritionist as part of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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The 25 Best Valentine's Day Movies
My ideal Valentine's Day is watching a movie with the person I love. So, what are the best Valentine's Day movies?I made a list of my 25 favorites, so if you and your special someone are stuck, I can help you pick out something fun to check out.
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Amazon Is Dropping Prices on the Less Popular Pokémon Squishmallows
Every Pokémon deserves love.
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Look at this keyboard
Hey, real quick: look at this keyboard. There’s something cool about it. It’s a mechanical keyboard. It’s a laser keyboard. It’s a magnetic induction keyboard. It has the new switches. It has the old switches. It’s very thin. It’s got a weird layout. It has a trackpoint. Or a screen. It has cool keycaps. It […]
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Ransomware payments dropped in 2024 as victims refused to pay hackers
Ransomware payments fell by more than one-third in 2024 as an increasing number of victims refused to negotiate with hackers. In a report published Wednesday, crypto forensics firm Chainalysis said that while ransomware gang leak sites posted more victims than in previous years during 2024, fewer victims gave in to the hackers’ demands. Chainalysis reported […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Step up your monitor game with the Alienware AW2724DM for just $199
Grab Alienware's AW2724DM for just $199, a great value 1440p high refresh rate gaming monitor.
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Stripe makes $1.1 billion crypto bet as it closes on Bridge acquisition
Stripe has closed on its $1.1 billion purchase of stablecoin platform Bridge – marking the payment giant’s largest acquisition to date and tangible push into crypto. Co-founded in 2022 by Coinbase and Square alumni Zach Abrams and Sean Yu, San Antonio, Texas-based Bridge built an API that helps companies accept stablecoins. The pair raised $58 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Nintendo says it’s ‘taking risks’ to meet Switch 2 demand
Nintendo is gearing up for the Switch 2’s launch sometime in 2025, and president Shuntaro Furukawa says that the company is “taking risks and proceeding with production so that we can meet as much demand as possible,” according to a machine translation of an earnings Q&A. The company had some trouble keeping the original Switch […]