Alphabet, Facebook and other tech giants could benefit from surprise ad rebound in Q3, analysts predict
A recovery for the advertising market could mean bright things for Big Tech's ad businesses when they report earnings later this week.
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Facebook’s former head of international HR worries graduates could miss out due to the coronavirus
Fiona Mullan, Facebook's former head of international HR, told CNBC she has concerns about graduates joining companies during the coronavirus pandemic.
SAP just saw $35 billion wiped off its market cap and it's on track for its worst trading day in 12 years
SAP saw its valuation fall by nearly $35 billion on Monday as shares collapsed by 21% following disappointing third-quarter results.
Ant Group closes Hong Kong book early due to strong demand for its record dual IPO
Ant Group will close its Hong Kong institutional book building process a day earlier than expected due to strong demand for its record initial public offering (IPO),
Facebook says it helped 4.4 million people register to vote in the U.S. this year
The social media giant set a goal in June to help 4 million people register to vote in the upcoming election.
Uber and Lyft are pouring millions of dollars into Facebook ads to protect their business in California
In the past 30 days, Yes on Prop 22, backed by Uber and Lyft, has spent $3.7 million on Facebook ads in California.
Remote schooling in the pandemic has made Chromebooks a bigger force in the computer market
Chromebooks have been around since 2011, but the coronavirus has made them suddenly more popular in schools and businesses.
Big Tech's 'danger scenario' is a Democratic sweep in November, says investor Bradley Tusk
Bradley Tusk, a start-up investor and political strategist, wrote a memo to portfolio companies, laying out his views on how election results will impact tech.
Scientists make digital breakthrough in chemistry that could revolutionize the drug industry
At the Cronin Lab at the University of Glasgow chemists developed a robotic chemist called a "chemputer" that turns words into molecules.
Facebook launches cloud games but says Apple won't allow it on iOS
Facebook announced the launch of cloud gaming on its desktop website and Android app, but said it's unable to bring the games to iOS due to Apple's "arbitrary" policies.
Apple reportedly will launch new AirPods, AirPods Pro to further boost wearables business
The updates to the AirPods will make it more like the AirPods Pro, with a shorter stem and replaceable ear tips, but will lack noise cancellation, Bloomberg said.
Google's long-time rivals say DOJ antitrust suit shows it's lost its 'halo' in the eyes of regulators
Three Google opponents called the lawsuit a good first step, though they hope state AGs will expand the case.
Ant Group to raise $34.5 billion, valuing it at over $313 billion, in biggest IPO of all time
Ant Group would raise $34.5 billion in its dual initial public offering after setting the price for its shares on Monday, making it the biggest listing ever.
TikTok parent ByteDance in early IPO talks to list businesses including short video app Douyin
Chinese technology giant ByteDance is in early stage talks to take some of its business including Douyin public, a person familiar with the matter told CNBC.
Ripple CEO rejects Coinbase's 'apolitical culture,' says Silicon Valley has an ‘obligation’ to society
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong caused a stir recently when he announced a policy of non-engagement on social and political issues.
Shares of Samsung Electronics and affiliates mostly higher after chairman's death
The company announced on Sunday that Lee, 78, died with his family by his side, including Vice Chairman Jay Y. Lee, six years after being hospitalized following a heart attack.
Tesla recalls nearly 50,000 Model S and X cars in China over faulty suspension
The China State Administration for Market Regulation announced the recall of nearly 50,000 Tesla Model S and Model X cars.
How Amazon keeps a close eye on employee activism to head off unions
Amazon has managed to keep unions out of its ranks since the company's founding in 1994, partly by relying on surveillance tools to spot activity before it spreads.
Will masks become the 'new normal' even after the pandemic has passed? Some Americans say so
Some Americans are realizing that wearing a mask isn't a big deal. Even after the crisis has passed, they'd keep wearing them in crowded places, especially with a cough or sniffle.
That missing iPhone 12 charging plug is poised to provide a boost to one of Apple's hottest growth areas
Apple's "other products" category has already been growing rapidly thanks to AirPods and the Apple Watch.
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