Google says Microsoft's cloud practices anti-competitive, slams deals with rivals

reuters.com Alphabet's (GOOGL.O) Google Cloud has accused Microsoft (MSFT.O) of anti-competitive cloud computing practices and criticised imminent deals with European cloud vendors,…

‘Unstable’ Review: Rob Lowe and Son John Owen Lowe Make a Winning Pair in a Netflix Comedy That Keeps the Focus on Fun

hollywoodreporter.com If you were, as I was, a big fan of ABC’s workplace satire Better Off Ted, it may feel slightly surprising at first that Netflix’s Unstable hails from the same creator —…

China e-commerce giant Alibaba outlines future strategy

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Daily Open: Markets rallied because nothing broke yesterday

cnbc.com This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no…

How ChatGPT and Bard Performed as My Executive Assistants

nytimes.com Brian X. Chen is the lead consumer technology writer and the author of Tech Fix , a column about the social implications of the tech we use. Google’s Bard chatbot fared far…

Corporations, culture and coins: Paris might be burning but its crypto ecosystem isn’t

theblock.co When the Paris Blockchain Week organizers were hatching plans to hold this year’s event at the Carrousel Du Louvre, crypto was in a very different place. “To be honest with…

How To Sell on Etsy in 2023: A Comprehensive Guide

entrepreneur.com Want to start selling your handmade goods online? This article outlines how to start and grow your business using Etsy. Do you have a knack for making high-quality handmade…

Carnival Row: What Exactly Is A Sparas?

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The AMERICA Act spotlights Capitol Hill’s ingrained antipathy for Big Tech

digiday.com Big Tech is under fire from all quarters with public figures often keen to score points against such political pariahs in a bid to play to the gallery. Last week TikTok’s…

Elon Musk said he eats a donut every morning and is 'still alive'

businessinsider.com Elon Musk. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Elon Musk revealed on Tuesday that he eats a donut every morning for breakfast. "I eat a donut every morning. Still alive," Musk…

The dollar held steady as Treasury yields were flat after the calmest day in a month

financialjuice.com Equities in Asia struggled to find direction after a Wall Street rally catapulted US tech companies into a bull market on expectations that interest rates will soon rise and…

Lee Child Personally Taught Alan Ritchson How To Be Jack Reacher

looper.com Lee Child Personally Taught Alan Ritchson How To Be Jack Reacher Although Lee Child's legendary literary character, Jack Reacher, had a divisive start on the live screen,…

How to choose the best wet cat food, according to veterinarians

nbcnews.com Cat food is one of the most important needs for your pet. Yet there are so many options to choose from today, it can seem like a daunting task to find the best one. The two…

Google reshuffles virtual assistant unit with focus on Bard A.I. technology

cnbc.com Google CEO Sundar Pichai speaks on stage during the annual Google I/O developers conference in Mountain View, California, May 8, 2018. Google is reshuffling the reporting…

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datadriveninvestor.com may have reached the limits of streaming. The Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) is investing heavily in streaming programming. For example, Disney+ streaming investment could grow by…

Big Tech, Retail Healthcare Ambitions Make Inroads with Millennials

pymnts.com Healthcare may be among the sectors most primed for a digital makeover. As the pandemic recedes, some things linger: We’re used to getting more done online, from checking in…

Tech Companies Ditch AI Ethics Staff As Panic Rises

thedailyupside.com Over 1,000 academics and techies signed an open letter calling for companies to pause training on any training of AI models “more powerful” than GPT-4 for six months. While…

Daily Open: Nothing broke yesterday. Markets cheered

cnbc.com This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no…

UK SMBs Fall Behind as In-Store Digital Wallet Use Jumps 549% YoY

pymnts.com Digital wallets are gaining popularity due to flexibility and convenience they offer, leading to an increasing number of consumers using them to pay for purchases in-store.…

Boho Style: Where to Buy the Perfect Crochet Bikinis, Dresses, Tops & Coverups

billboard.com All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the…

Lyft might drop shared rides, stay focused on basics under new CEO

techcrunch.com Lyft might once again drop its shared rides offering, just one of several changes the company’s newly appointed CEO could make in a bid to focus on its core ride-hailing…

Stock futures are little changed as investors come off winning day: Live updates

cnbc.com Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on February 27, 2023 in New York City. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 14 points,…

Incoming Lyft CEO David Risher says rideshare company will 'get back to the basics'

foxbusiness.com The incoming CEO of Lyft on Wednesday said the rideshare company will "get back to the basics" and focus on its customers as it competes with Uber. David Risher, who will…

Senate Democrats grill former Starbucks CEO over allegations of anti-union practices

pbs.org The former head of Starbucks went head to head with Democrats on Capitol Hill in a tense hearing over union drives at the company he founded. Howard Schultz's opposition to…

Amazon Will Warn You About Frequently-Returned Products

howtogeek.com Perhaps the worst part of buying things online is having them delivered to your doorstep only for them to be damaged. Sure, you can return them, but it’s an annoying…

Disney Shutters Metaverse Division

thedefiant.io Entertainment powerhouse The Walt Disney Company has reportedly shut down its metaverse division. Disney’s next-generation storytelling and consumer-experiences unit was…

‘I just think you’re wrong’: Democrats, Schultz tangle in Starbucks union-busting hearing

thehill.com Senators on Wednesday grilled former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz over widespread allegations of illegal union-busting tactics at the coffee chain under his leadership.…

Banks Lost in the Stock Market This Month, Tech Companies Gained

observer.com Tech stocks earned a much-needed boost this month in the wake of the chaos that overtook the U.S. banking industry. Some are up as high as 14 percent, while some bank stocks…

Nintendo is releasing a limited-edition Switch OLED to celebrate the new Legend of Zelda game

businessinsider.com When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Nintendo loves selling limited-edition consoles inspired by big games. Nintendo…

Daily Crunch: After raising $3M seed, global fintech platform Payday plans to secure licensing in Canada, UK

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Apple to ‘Wallop’ Competition with New Buy Now Pay Later Service

tech.co Apple has officially entered the “buy now, pay later” market with a new service that some analysts predict will “wallop” the competition. There's nothing worse for business…

Electronic Arts lays off hundreds of workers despite strong profits

polygon.com Electronic Arts will lay off more than 700 employees — 6% of the video game publisher’s worldwide workforce of roughly 12,900 — CEO Andrew Wilson said on Wednesday. The mass…

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO Earned $39.3 Million in 2022

thewrap.com Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav received $39.3 million as compensation for his work overseeing the newly merged Discovery-Warner Media empire. That’s the pay package…

Commercial-property losses will add to banks’ woes

economist.com A to describe the outlook for commercial property and you will get a colourful response. “Office is a dumpster fire,” says Daniel McNamara of Polpo, an investment fund. His…

That was fast! Microsoft slips ads into AI-powered Bing Chat

techcrunch.com Microsoft is “exploring” putting ads in the responses given by Bing Chat, its new search agent powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4. While these sponsored responses are clearly labeled…

Tech leaders urge a pause in the 'out-of-control' artificial intelligence race

npr.org Are tech companies moving too fast in rolling out powerful artificial intelligence technology that could one day outsmart humans? That's the conclusion of a group of…

Grocers Boosted Digital Adoption by 27% in the Last Year

pymnts.com Grocers’ efforts to drive digital engagement have led to a surge in online food purchases. The Context Leading grocers have been expanding their digital businesses, both…

‘Swarm,’ ‘Daisy Jones’ and ‘The Consultant’ Are Giving Amazon a Moment on Top

thewrap.com Prime Video has three breakout new shows drawing significant audience demand Prime Video seems to be having a moment. Three of the top most in-demand breakout shows for…

DirecTV says actively discussing NFL Sunday Ticket rights for businesses

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Dave & Buster’s Leverages Digital Data to Upgrade In-Person Experiences

pymnts.com As restaurants explore the possibilities of consumer data, Dave & Buster’s is enhancing the in-store experience. The dining and entertainment chain said during its latest…

World’s 50 Best Chef Virgilio Martínez Opens Exclusive Tasting Menu Restaurant In Riviera Maya, Mexico

forbes.com Chef Virgilio Martínez needs no introduction. Best known for his revered Lima-based restaurant, Central (#2 on World’s 50 Best Restaurants of 2022), Martínez has been a…

Sprinklr Earnings, Revenue Top Estimates Amid Strong Guidance

investors.com on Wednesday reported January-quarter earnings and revenue that topped estimates. The social media marketing specialist's guidance for CXM stock also came in above…

'Amazon don't play!' Driver delivers package amid Raleigh police standoff, goes viral

wral.com RALEIGH, N.C. — A TikTok video of an Amazon driver walking casually through a police standoff in Raleigh is going viral. The video shows a cul-de-sac full of multiple…

Microsoft Among 19 Stocks To Watch That Are Launching New Moves

investors.com The best stocks to watch offer telltale clues as they prepare to launch breakout moves. The key is to identify those clues while also managing risk. Here's a look at 19 top…

Amazon Is Starting to Let Customers Know What Products Are Returned Often

entrepreneur.com The e-commerce giant has begun flagging certain items that were frequently sent back. Returns are a glut for e-commerce companies and a hassle for customers — but Amazon has…

Why Are Cathie Wood's Ark ETFs Still Trailing Nasdaq Stocks?

benzinga.com From their all-time highs towards the end of 2021, tech stocks have suffered a significant blow from the Federal Reserve's interest rate hike cycle. The sectors and…

Bungo Stray Dogs Season 5

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10 movies that prove WWE stars can be movie stars too

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This Won't Last. Apple's 9th Gen iPad is Just $269 at Amazon

thestreet.com At just $269, the entry-level iPad is close to the lowest price we've tracked on Amazon. We're constantly looking for discounts on Apple gadgets and while this isn't the…

Amazon Ekes Its Way into Restaurants with Digital Ordering Partnerships

pymnts.com After Amazon’s ill-fated early forays into the restaurant industry, the company is reapproaching the space. On Wednesday (March 29), fast-casual giant Panera Bread announced…

How Uber left Lyft in the dust

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Self-driving cars are oftentimes victims in hit-and-run incidents

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Swipe your badge or get fired? Employers and workers face a reckoning over returning to the office

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Walmart is rolling out a new perk to its $98 annual Walmart+ membership

businessinsider.com Oreo's new flavor, Blackout Cake, will be on shelves nationwide on April 3. Oreo Oreo unveiled a new flavor, the Blackout Cake cookie, this week that will hit shelves on…

No, Amazon, You Don't Need 10,000 AMC Screens, This Movie Theater Chain A Better Buy: Analyst

benzinga.com AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc AMC is reportedly in the crosshairs of Amazon.com Inc AMZN, as the e-commerce giant has long-coveted a theater chain to bolster the prestige…

Tech giants are cutting back on AI ethics research as Elon Musk calls for a cautious approach

fortune.com Tech leaders and public figures who have stepped forward to urge companies to take a more cautious approach to artificial intelligence may have been disappointed Wednesday…

The Devil’s in the Details: Amazon Receipt Exposes NFT Gameplan

nftplazas.com Ecommerce giant, Amazon, has inadvertently revealed details of its gameplan for its forthcoming NFT initiative. Nikhilesh De, the managing editor for global policy and…