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naturalnews.compolitics17 days ago
Democratic Senators Urge House to Reject Kids Online Safety Bill
Two Democratic senators warned House members against advancing a House version of the Kids Online Safety Act, saying it could face tech industry pressure in the Senate and risk years of bipartisan work. The House measure is scheduled for floor consideration next week under suspen…
upi.compolitics46 days agoUpdated
U.S. Central Command received reports of location data used to target troops
U.S. Central Command received multiple threat reports about commercial location data being used to target or surveil U.S. personnel in war zones. Lawmakers raised concerns about the adtech industry and called for stronger safeguards on military devices.
CoinDeskfinance69 days ago
Coinbase Lays Off 14% of Its Workforce
Coinbase announced layoffs affecting 14 percent of its employees, or roughly 660 to 700 people, as the cryptocurrency exchange adapts to artificial intelligence and market volatility. CEO Brian Armstrong cited AI's role in enabling smaller teams to work faster. The move aligns wi…
thehindu.comfinance81 days ago
Meta Lays Off 8,000 Employees Amid Broader Tech Industry Adjustments Following Pandemic Hiring Surge
Major tech companies including Meta, Microsoft, Oracle, and Block have announced significant job cuts. Layoffs this year are less severe than in 2023, with AI contributing to about a quarter of reductions. Job postings for software roles are rising, signaling potential recovery a…
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AMC Releases New Black Comedy Series on Tech Industry
AMC has launched a new black comedy series that centers on a tech executive facing personal and professional challenges. The show examines aspects of the technology sector through satirical storytelling. It is available for viewing on AMC's platforms.
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Podcast Episode Discusses Exon Science Developments and Biotech Industry Topics
The latest episode of 'The Readout LOUD' from STAT News explores renewed interest in exon science research. It also covers concerns among biotech venture capitalists and the search for PhRMA's next CEO. The discussion provides insights into current trends in biotechnology and pha…
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PhRMA CEO John Ubl to Depart Amid Biotech Industry Developments
John Ubl, chief executive of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, plans to exit his role. The announcement comes as the traditional biotech venture capital model faces challenges. These updates are part of broader news in the biotech sector reported by STAT N…
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