Oversight board members defend punting decision on Trump's ban back to Facebook
Their defense essentially boiled down to: It's not our job to write Facebook's rules.
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How Apple's latest iOS update could help Amazon's growing ad business
Amazon's advertising business is soaring, and Apple's recent privacy changes will likely add more fuel to its growth.
Retail investors are using a slew of digital platforms to cash in on the IPO boom
In Britain, some investment platforms are lobbying for the government to let retail investors take part in IPOs.
Facebook and Signal are fighting over an ad campaign. Here’s why
Facebook, the world's largest social media platform, found itself in a public dispute with communications app Signal this week over an ad campaign.
Facebook upholds Trump ban but will reassess decision over coming months
Facebook's oversight board effectively punted the decision on the length of the suspension back to the social media company.
Nio plans to start delivering cars to Norway in September
Chinese electric car start-up Nio announced it plans to begin deliveries in Norway in September, for the company's first entry into a market outside China.
Accuracy of Theranos blood tests at heart of Elizabeth Holmes' criminal case
Wednesday's hearing was the second day of arguments on what evidence can be permitted and excluded from Holmes' criminal fraud trial, which begins on August 31.
The Facebook Oversight Board proved it's not Mark Zuckerberg's puppet — now it's his move
Facing its first major case since its creation in October 2020, Facebook's Oversight Board deftly walked the line between agreement and rebellion.
Google relaxes remote work plan, will let 20% of employees telecommute
Google is softening its approach to the return to work in permitting remote work for some employees as tech workers see greater flexibility elsewhere.
Etsy slides more than 9% after it warns of slowing growth
Etsy saw its business boom early on in the pandemic, as shoppers turned to it and other online retailers for goods.
Bezos sells nearly $2 billion worth of Amazon shares
The sales come one week after Amazon reported first-quarter earnings results, trouncing Wall Street's expectations.
Uber losses dramatically improve thanks to sale of self-driving unit
Uber's first-quarter net loss was $108 million, a tremendous improvement from a $968 million loss in its fourth quarter of 2020.
You don’t actually own the bitcoin you buy on PayPal. But you can still make a profit
Buying bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin is easier than ever with PayPal, but users don't actually own the coins.
Uber partners with Softbank-backed Gopuff to deliver everyday essentials, from snacks to toothpaste
If you order potato chips, toothpaste or over-the-counter medication through the Uber Eats app, it will soon be fulfilled and delivered by start-up Gopuff.
Mark Zuckerberg can no longer deflect blame for Trump's Facebook suspension
After oversight board's finding, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg can no longer deflect blame for a decision on Trump's suspension.
Elon Musk's upcoming SNL appearance is fueling dogecoin's rise, says analyst
Elon Musk's upcoming SNL appearance is fueling dogecoin's latest record run higher, according to Edward Moya, senior market analyst at Oanda.
DeepMind extends hunt for the world’s best A.I. researchers to Toronto
The company posted a job ad for a research scientist in Toronto on its website last week and confirmed that it plans to build a small team in the city.
Elizabeth Holmes back in court for first time in 15 months, putting Silicon Valley culture under scrutiny
The hearing featured both sides sparring over critical motions, including how the culture of Silicon Valley influenced Holmes' behavior as CEO of Theranos
Facebook Workplace reaches 7 million paid subscribers
Facebook's Workplace enterprise communications software has now reached 7 million paid subscribers, trailing well behind Microsoft Teams.
Lyft shows more signs of pandemic recovery with revenue up 7% over last quarter
Lyft showed continued signs of pandemic recovery, beating on the top and bottom lines and exceeding Wall Street's rider expectations for its first quarter.
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