Tech

The recent decision by the DC Court of Appeals to revive the antitrust case against Amazon has raised concerns about the tech giant’s alleged monopoly power over online marketplaces. The District of Columbia claims that Amazon’s practices drive up prices on rival platforms, ultimately restricting competition and harming consumers. Former DC Attorney General Karl Racine
Uber has recently announced a new partnership with Cruise, a robotaxi company, to provide driverless rides through its app. This adds to Uber’s existing partnerships with companies such as Waymo and Aurora, showcasing the company’s commitment to offering autonomous vehicle options to its customers. The driverless ride industry has faced its fair share of challenges,
In May 2024, reports emerged that around 200 employees at Google DeepMind, which represents approximately 5 percent of the division, signed a letter urging the company to terminate its contracts with military organizations due to concerns about the use of AI technology in warfare. The employees expressed worries about Google’s defense contract with the Israeli
The body of billionaire tech mogul Mike Lynch was tragically recovered off the coast of Sicily, following the sinking of his 184-foot superyacht, the Bayesian. The yacht went down on August 19th after reportedly being struck by a waterspout, despite its manufacturer’s claim that it was unsinkable. Lynch was on board the yacht with family