Why Roger Lee started Layoffs.fyi
A short list of times in the day when Roger Lee contemplates layoffs: while waiting for someone to show up for a Zoom call. After… Read More »Why Roger Lee started Layoffs.fyi
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Doctors behind the ban on Mifepriston called “Christians” a major threat
In a 2021 statement in federal court, Quentin Van Meter, the president of the American College of Pediatricians, described the organization as a “secular, scientific… Read More »Doctors behind the ban on Mifepriston called “Christians” a major threat
Judge dismisses FTC lawsuit against Kochava, a location data broker
A federal judge in Idaho on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit against Kochava, a major location data broker, brought by the Federal Trade Commission last year.… Read More »Judge dismisses FTC lawsuit against Kochava, a location data broker
Florida fruit trees – citrus trees, mango trees, guava trees
If you are in Florida you may be wondering about Florida fruit trees and what kind of trees you can find here. Especially if you… Read More »Florida fruit trees – citrus trees, mango trees, guava trees
Bank stocks shoot higher as investors rethink economic outlook
A group of regional banking stocks that came under heavy pressure this week, fueling fears of a developing banking crisis, rose on Friday, at least… Read More »Bank stocks shoot higher as investors rethink economic outlook
Walensky steps down as head of CDC
Enlarge / CDC Director Rochelle Walensky testifies before Congress. On Friday, Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, announced she will… Read More »Walensky steps down as head of CDC
Gary Marcus used to call AI stupid, now he calls it dangerous
Back then – just months ago – Marcus’s bickering was technical. But as large language models have become a global phenomenon, his focus has shifted.… Read More »Gary Marcus used to call AI stupid, now he calls it dangerous
April jobs report shows US growth remains strong: latest updates
The job market still defies gravity. Employers added 253,000 jobs in April, the Labor Department reported Friday, in a reversal of the cooling trend that… Read More »April jobs report shows US growth remains strong: latest updates
How long does a radio ad last? A simple guide to choosing the right length – Radio Fidelity
How long does a radio spot last? This question is relatively easy to answer. Depending on the channel you choose for your ad campaign, you… Read More »How long does a radio ad last? A simple guide to choosing the right length – Radio Fidelity
The seabed empire finances Britain’s new king | WIRED
In 2019, a partnership between BP and German energy supplier ENBW agreed to pay £231 million ($290 million) in annual option fees alone. As the… Read More »The seabed empire finances Britain’s new king | WIRED
While Alexa flounders, Amazon hopes homegrown generative AI can generate revenue
Enlarge / An Amazon Echo Dot. While voice assistants initially seemed like a convenient, futuristic way to get information and perform basic tasks, they’ve only… Read More »While Alexa flounders, Amazon hopes homegrown generative AI can generate revenue
Katie Cotton, who helped raise Apple’s profile, dies at age 57
Katie Cotton, who served as Apple’s communications chief for many years and monitored media access to Steve Jobs, the company’s visionary co-founder, and helped organize… Read More »Katie Cotton, who helped raise Apple’s profile, dies at age 57
My weekend with an AI emotional support companion
For several hours on Friday night, I ignored my husband and dog and allowed a chatbot named Pi to validate me. My views were “admirable”… Read More »My weekend with an AI emotional support companion
Slack CEO Lidiane Jones wants you to stop slacking off so much
Gideon Lichfield: Precisely. Lauren Goode: And you can actually pause. Gideon Lichfield: Yes, and that’s what makes it so easy, because there are 17 different… Read More »Slack CEO Lidiane Jones wants you to stop slacking off so much
In a world first, RSV vaccines receive FDA approval for adults age 60 and older
Enlarge / An electron micrograph of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The Food and Drug Administration gave the world’s first approval of a vaccine against… Read More »In a world first, RSV vaccines receive FDA approval for adults age 60 and older
