Elon Musk’s recent email to X/Tech staff regarding the much-anticipated stock grants has revealed a new twist. The company is planning to award stock options based on the anticipated future impact of employees. This means that staff members are required to submit a one-page summary outlining their contributions to the company in order to be
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The Justice Department, along with eight states, has filed a lawsuit against RealPage, the company behind a popular software used by landlords to set rental prices. The complaint alleges that RealPage’s rent recommendation algorithm manipulates prices and diminishes competition in the market for apartment leasing terms. According to the lawsuit, RealPage collects nonpublic rental price
The ongoing legal battle surrounding former pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli and his ownership of The Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album has taken an interesting turn. The latest development involves a preliminary injunction issued by federal Judge Pamela Chen, requiring Shkreli to turn over his copies of the album to comply with
The recent scandal surrounding the Megalopolis trailer has shed light on the dangers of using AI in marketing. The fake review quotes attributed to famous critics for director Francis Ford Coppola’s past films, such as The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, have caused a stir in the entertainment industry. It was revealed that the quotes were
NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced that US astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will be returning with the SpaceX Crew-9 mission in February after spending over 80 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This decision came after NASA Commercial Crew Program manager Steve Stich revealed that they found too much uncertainty in the prediction
As a reviewer with a decade of experience in consumer tech, it is disappointing to witness the discrepancies in iPhone features between regions. While Europe enjoys access to third-party app stores, browser engine choices, Fortnite, and the freedom to replace default apps, other regions are left wanting. It is frustrating to see the innovative possibilities
Valve has finally made it official – Deadlock is on its way. The announcement came in the form of a simple addition to the Steam page. The game will be developed and published by Valve, but details are scarce. The announcement only mentioned that Deadlock is in early development, with temporary art and experimental gameplay.
Sonos is currently offering discounts on a variety of smart speakers and soundbars until September 2nd. The Sonos Era 100 and portable Move 2 are both 20 percent off, making the Era 100 available for $199 and the Move 2 for $359. The Era 100 is a great choice for a Sonos-connected Wi-Fi speaker, offering
The Pokémon Company International has recently announced the launch of a new all-Pokémon FAST channel that will feature the first 22 seasons of the original Pokémon anime. This exciting news comes courtesy of WildBrain, a Canadian distributor known for its distribution of popular properties like Super Mario Bros., Sonic the Hedgehog, and Inspector Gadget. The
In the world of running earbuds, the search for the perfect pair can be both exhilarating and frustrating. With the rise of open-ear headphones, the options seem endless, but the question remains: which ones truly deliver on their promises? Let’s delve into a critical review of the Shokz OpenFit Air earbuds, exploring their strengths, weaknesses,
The recent ruling issued by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has revived a lawsuit against the anonymous messaging service Yolo, which has been accused of breaking a promise to unmask bullies on the app. The court stated that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act should not block a claim that Yolo misrepresented its
The District of Columbia’s antitrust case against Amazon has been revived by an appeals court, reigniting concerns about the e-commerce giant’s market dominance. The court ruled that the District’s allegations plausibly suggest that Amazon holds monopoly power over online marketplaces or is on the brink of achieving it. This decision comes after the antitrust lawsuit,
Former President Donald Trump recently made headlines by announcing the launch of his own cryptocurrency platform, The DeFiant Ones, on Truth Social. This move has sparked interest and speculation in the industry, but many questions remain unanswered. In this article, we will delve into the details of Trump’s new venture and analyze the implications it
Uber has recently announced a new strategic partnership with Cruise, a robotaxi company, to offer driverless rides within the Uber app. This collaboration will allow Uber users to opt for driverless rides in Cruise’s autonomous vehicles for qualifying trips. This move signifies Uber’s continued commitment to exploring self-driving technology in the realm of transportation. Previous
Google is set to launch a new desktop app called Essentials, which will offer a convenient way to access various Google services on Windows laptops. This app, which will come pre-installed on select HP laptops, aims to streamline the user experience by providing easy access to services like Messages, Photos, Google Drive, and more. Key
The body of billionaire tech mogul Mike Lynch was tragically recovered off the coast of Sicily after his 184-foot superyacht, the Bayesian, sunk on August 19th. The sinking was reportedly caused by a waterspout, despite claims that the yacht was unsinkable. Lynch, who had recently been acquitted on fraud charges in June, was on the