CES 2020 Opens to the Media, Chock-Full of Smart Devices
Plenty of smart devices were on display for media’s opening night at CES, including smart makeup mirrors, smart pantry shelves, and a smart mailbox.
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Tech Sector Builds Vast Presence in New York
Both big and small companies are expanding their work forces in New York, turning the city into one of the world’s most important tech hubs.
Apple Executives See Lower Bonuses in 2019
The lower bonus payouts for CEO Tim Cook and other senior executives reflect what was a weaker year for Apple.
Snap Acquires Startup Behind Animated Selfie Feature
AI Factory powers a new Snapchat feature that lets users replace faces in videos and goofy animations with their own selfies.
5G and Autonomous Driving to Headline CES 2020, Says Wedbush’s Ives
Smart speakers and home devices, as well as new AR and VR products should also be a focus, Ives said.
Body Camera Maker Sues FTC Over Antitrust Demands
A lawsuit against the agency shows how tech companies could respond to regulators' demands that they spin off acquisitions.
Tesla Meets 2019 Target, Stock Rises to All-Time High
Despite early 2019 woes, Elon Musk gets the last laugh.
BuzzFeed Eyes MeetUp as It Seeks Membership Communities
BuzzFeed is looking at membership communities as it seeks to create new revenue streams.
Tesla Cuts Price in China Ahead of Local Sales
The price cut shows how aggressive Tesla is moving in China as it looks to the world's largest car market for growth.
Ant Financial Applies for Digital Bank License in Singapore
Ant's ambitions for Singapore could be a precursor to other battles that will take place between Ant and competitors across Asia.
China’s Trip.com and Netease Discuss Secondary Listing in Hong Kong
The move could help the companies, which are listed in the U.S., raise more money and protect them from increased scrutiny of U.S.-listed Chinese firms.
Uber Completes Acquisition of Careem
The deal should help Uber save money in the region by letting it spend less on marketing and attracting drivers.
Shares of Chipmaker AMD Hit All-Time High
AMD, which went public in 1980, appears to be making gains in Intel's traditional stronghold of PC and server chips.
Details of ‘Toxic’ Culture at Indian Hotel Startup Oyo
The latest trouble for SoftBank-backed Oyo? Allegations that it bribed police, faked hotel rooms and stiffed hotel operators.
Former HBO Exec Confirms Apple Plans
Plepler's deal with Apple adds a producer with long ties to HBO to Apple's roster of talent for Apple TV Plus.
In Report, TikTok Says It Got No Requests for Content Removal From China
The report's findings could reflect that TikTok isn't available in China, or could be another attempt by the short video app to distance itself from Beijing.
Former Google Exec Says He Was Ousted Over China Concerns
The executive's departure, and the disagreement over the reasons behind it, show how tech companies continue to struggle over doing business in China.
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern Dies
He served as the commissioner during the league's expansion to become an international business and media force.
Apple Renews License With Chipmaker Imagination Technologies
The licensing agreement is a surprise given Apple had told Imagination in 2017 that it was moving development of graphics chips in-house
Google Health Reports AI Improvement in Breast Cancer Screening
The study provides promising evidence that Google's investment in AI for health care could pay off.
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