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US politics
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

MAGA populists call for holy war against Big Tech

NatCon attendees framed AI developers as apostates, criticized tech CEOs' faithfulness, and positioned Big Tech as an existential threat to Western civilization.
#journalism-funding
US politics
fromWIRED
3 days ago

All the President's Tech CEOs

Leading Silicon Valley executives publicly praised President Trump and reported large U.S. investments during a White House dinner, indicating closer ties between Big Tech and the administration.
#antitrust
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Welcome to Optimizer, our relentless quest to live a smarter, healthier life

Big Tech often promises life-improving devices and AI, but hands-on testing reveals mixed results, including data overload, faulty sensors, and user frustration.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

US stocks rally as Alphabet and Apple jump after court victory

Google dodged a breakup that would have included selling its Chrome browser after a judge ruled against the government's toughest proposals in the biggest antitrust case in three decades. The decision was also a big win for Apple, as Google will still be allowed to pay its partners. Apple gets about $20 billion a year for making Google search the default on iPhones. Alphabet shares rallied 8%, touching a record high; Apple rose 2%.
US news
fromabovethelaw.com
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 09.03.25

* Google avoids having to spin off Chrome. [Law360] * Lawyers using time saved by AI for more work. [Legal Cheek] * Charging documents for former Biglaw associate arrested in D.C. say someone said hostile things to National Guard troops and a day later they decided it was him. We might have another no bill on our hands. [National Law Journal]
US news
Startup companies
fromComputerworld
6 days ago

How to prepare for an AI bubble burst

Smaller specialized AI firms face high risk of failure, acquisition, or merger unless they serve narrow, valuable niches that larger players do not address.
fromFortune
6 days ago

Stocks are falling towards their worst day in a month amid tech sector declines and tariff concerns

Wall Street is sinking on Tuesday as rising pressure from the bond market pulls U.S. stocks further from their records. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% and was on track for its worst day in a month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 412 points, or 0.9%, as of 2:30 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 1.3% lower. All three are still relatively close to their recently set all-time highs.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

When Will the Stock Market Fall 20%?

The market dropped almost 20% in April. It is now 34% above its 52-week high. There is no single reason to think it will stop rising, except that it is already rising. The market is expensive, based on S&P ratio yardsticks. However, strong earnings, particularly in the big tech sector, can offset this. Big tech rules the market value. Big tech earnings were super.
Business
#reproductive-rights
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Starmer hails breakthrough' on security guarantees after White House Ukraine talks

Elon Musk's PAC is being investigated, while The Independent continues to cover crucial stories like reproductive rights and climate change.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Starmer hails real progress' on Ukraine after European leaders gather at White House

The Independent prioritizes accessible, on-the-ground journalism to cover critical issues across the political spectrum.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I interned at Google, but chose to start my career at an AI startup. You can do a lot more things here than in Big Tech.

A software engineer chose a startup over Big Tech to gain broader, faster learning despite gaining large-scale engineering skills during Google internships.
#artificial-intelligence
#career-change
fromAol
1 week ago
Digital life

I was earning $300,000 at Google and saving for early retirement - then I quit for a more flexible life. It changed how I view success.

fromAol
1 week ago
Silicon Valley

I was earning $300,000 at Google and saving for early retirement - then I quit for a more flexible life. It changed how I view success.

fromAol
1 week ago
Digital life

I was earning $300,000 at Google and saving for early retirement - then I quit for a more flexible life. It changed how I view success.

fromAol
1 week ago
Silicon Valley

I was earning $300,000 at Google and saving for early retirement - then I quit for a more flexible life. It changed how I view success.

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Energy bills to rise in October despite predictions of relief for households

Independent funds journalists to report on reproductive rights, climate, and Big Tech while keeping reporting free and funded by donations.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump threatens tariffs on countries that discriminate' against US tech

Donald Trump threatened tariffs and export restrictions on countries that impose digital taxes or regulations targeting US big tech, citing discrimination and China favoritism.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Helicopter crashes on Isle of Wight as emergency services race to scene

Independent journalism provides on-the-ground investigative reporting, stays paywall-free, and relies on donations to cover issues from reproductive rights to climate and Big Tech.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Some CEOs fear AI could become the user interface for almost everything

AI investment enthusiasm has created concentrated market gains and bubble risks as major tech firms and AI startups attract massive capital, risking sharp market corrections.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

How the MAGA goon squad became tech lobbyists

Big Tech lobbyists are struggling to navigate the unpredictable political landscape during the second Trump administration.
#digital-advertising-tax
fromAP News
3 weeks ago
US politics

Maryland's first-in-the-nation tax on digital ads violated Big Tech's free speech, judges say

fromAP News
3 weeks ago
US politics

Maryland's first-in-the-nation tax on digital ads violated Big Tech's free speech, judges say

US politics
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Maryland's first-in-the-nation tax on digital ads violated Big Tech's free speech, judges say

Maryland's digital advertising tax was ruled unconstitutional for violating free speech rights.
#journalism
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Trump Has Shielded 165 Companies From Federal Enforcement Actions Since January

Tech giants are benefiting from the Trump administration's decision to drop lawsuits and investigations, leading to reduced accountability for corporate crime.
US politics
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Air Force bid for Tesla Cybertrucks in target practice symbolizes the 'evolving' relationship between the Pentagon and Big Tech, expert says

The U.S. Air Force plans to use Tesla Cybertrucks as missile targets for battlefield training.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Starmer vows unwavering support' for Ukraine after Zelensky rules out giving up land

Sir Keir Starmer has reiterated the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine following President Zelensky's rejection of Donald Trump's suggestion for a peace plan that involves territory concessions to Russia. President Zelensky firmly stated that "Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier," emphasizing their strong stance against any territorial compromises. Zelensky and Starmer share concerns over discussing unrealistic options, underscoring the importance of maintaining Ukraine's sovereignty in the face of aggression.
UK news
#ai
fromDigiday
1 month ago
E-Commerce

Ad Tech Briefing: Lines are being drawn in Amazon and Google's evolving rivalry

fromDigiday
1 month ago
E-Commerce

Ad Tech Briefing: Lines are being drawn in Amazon and Google's evolving rivalry

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe mistakes charity rowers for illegal migrants'

Rupert Lowe mistakenly accused a charity rowing team of being illegal migrants after spotting their boat off the Norfolk coast.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Big Tech employees share how they've navigated the industry's favorite visa

The H-1B has allowed me to have a dream career, but it comes with uncertainty. I've been on an H-1B visa with Google for nearly seven years.
US politics
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Introducing Regulator and The Stepback, our new subscriber-exclusive newsletters

Three new exclusive newsletters for Verge subscribers focus on tech and politics, essential tech stories, and the intersection of tech and entertainment.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Citizen Lab director warns cyber industry about US authoritarian descent | TechCrunch

Ron Deibert plans to address the merging of technology and authoritarianism at the Black Hat cybersecurity conference, emphasizing the role of big tech in collective insecurity.
Privacy professionals
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 Top Energy Stocks Set to Surge from Big Tech's AI Spending Spree

Big Tech's $380 billion AI capex boom drives demand for chips and energy infrastructure, benefiting chipmakers and energy providers significantly.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechSpot
1 month ago

Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Samsung revise advertising over exaggerated AI claims after regulator scrutiny

Companies must provide clear, honest marketing claims about AI technology to avoid scrutiny from regulators.
#meta
fromAP News
1 month ago
EU data protection

Meta will cease political ads in European Union by fall, blaming bloc's new rules

fromAP News
1 month ago
EU data protection

Meta will cease political ads in European Union by fall, blaming bloc's new rules

US politics
fromAol
1 month ago

Meta to halt political advertising in EU from October, blames EU rules

Meta Platforms will cease political and social issue advertising in the EU due to new regulatory complexities.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Will there be a heatwave this weekend? Latest UK weather forecast

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. We choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls.
UK news
Women
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Zoe Aldcroft: World Cup success for England can herald change in women's rugby

Support for independent journalism is crucial for unearthing important stories from diverse perspectives.
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