The Independent

Microsoft is joining cybersecurity software firm CrowdStrike in fighting back against Delta Air Lines, which blames the companies for causing several thousand canceled flights following a technology outage last month. A lawyer for Microsoft said Tuesday that Delta's key IT system is probably serviced by other technology companies, not Microsoft Windows.“Your letter and Delta’s public comments are incomplete, false, misleading, and damaging to Microsoft and its reputation,” Microsoft lawyer Mark Cheffo said in a letter to Delta attorney David Boies.Cheffo said Microsoft was trying to determine “why other airlines were able to fully restore business operations so much faster than...

Microsoft hits back at Delta after the airline said last month's tech outage cost it $500 million

As the tech market shifts from massive hiring by enterprises to small-and-medium sized businesses scooping up talent, the skills needed to catch an employer's eye are also changing. Though the unemployment rate for tech workers remains near historic lows, there’s been a shift in the rate at which firms are...

These are the skills you need to get hired in tech

The person who led the creation of ChatGPT has announced that he is quitting OpenAI in order to work for rival AI startup Anthropic.John Schulman, who was one of the founders of OpenAI alongside Sam Altman and Elon Musk in 2016, said his decision to leave the artificial intelligence company was based on his desire to focus on AI alignment – referring to the effort to ensure an AI system’s objectives are aligned with  human ethics and interests.“I’ve decided to pursue this goal at Anthropic, where I believe I can gain new perspectives and do research alongside people deeply...

ChatGPT creator quits OpenAI to join arch rival AI startup Anthropic

Investors have been banking on the vast potential of generative AI. The unwinding of a "carry trade" rocked global markets, and Nvidia suffered a rare fumble. Bad news for Nvidia and a rate hike on the other side of the world sparked a global sell-off. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been...

Why Palantir Technologies, Super Micro Computer, and Other Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Stumbled Today

Character.AI’s co-founders, Noam Shazeer and Daniel De Freitas, are set to join Google as part of a broader arrangement allowing the tech giant to license the startup’s innovative AI technology. The announcement, made via a blog post by Character.AI on Friday, also revealed that Dominic Perella, formerly the company’s general counsel, will step in as the interim CEO.

Character.AI Founders Rejoin Google in Major Licensing Deal Amid AI Antitrust Concerns

FinanceBuzz

Bypass the coding craze and still cash in on the tech boom! Uncover 15 high-paying tech jobs perfect for non-techies seeking a career upgrade.

15 High-Paying Jobs in Tech (No Tech Skills Required)

PYMNTS

Card issuing platform Marqeta has been named issuer-processor for online bank Varo. “Varo selected Marqeta for its ability to combine sophisticated virtual, tokenized and physical card-issuing technology with faster speed-to-market which will help its customers improve their daily relationship with money,” the companies said in a news release Tuesday (Aug. 6).

Marqeta Becomes Issuer-Processor for Varo Bank

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Google has operated its dominant search engine and signed distribution deals in a manner that violates the Sherman Act, a federal judge ruled Monday in a major antitrust case that could carry significant implications for the digital advertising market. Google controls a roughly 90% market share in online search and...

Google loses U.S. lawsuit alleging antitrust violations

If there’s a common theme emerging among eCommerce platforms this earnings season, it’s that the last moments of a transaction are continually being refined and streamlined. PayPal reported earnings Tuesday (July 30), Amazon did so Thursday (Aug. 1), and Shopify will report this week. Checkout exists as what...

Branded, Faster Checkout Options Gain Momentum as PayPal, Shopify Report Earnings

Mynt, owner of the Philippines’ mobile wallet GCash, is now valued at $5 billion. The company became the Southeast Asian country’s first $5 billion unicorn last week following investments from Ayala Corp. and Japan’s Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG). “GCash is an indispensable infrastructure for everyday life...

Philippines-Based Mobile Wallet GCash Valued at $5 Billion

Online-only or ‘faceless’ banks are becoming a more familiar part of the UK banking landscape, with increasing numbers of businesses managing their finances through digital-only providers like Starling or Monzo. To uncover attitudes towards digital versus traditional business banking, NerdWallet UK surveyed 1,000 business owners and decision-makers of...

Almost Half (46%) of UK Business Leaders Trust Digital-Only Banks as Much as Traditional Banks

Philadelphia, PA

Run by Danae Mobley, Coded By Kids is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia that trains teenagers to become IT industry leaders, whether they are in the C-suite or leading their startups. The organization was started in 2014 by Danae’s husband, Sylvester Mobley. She was most recently elevated to the...

Meet the CEO making it possible for Black youth to own multimillion-dollar tech startups

The Motley Fool

Buying these AI stocks as a part of a diversified portfolio could turn out to be a profitable move in the long run.

2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks That Could Make You a Millionaire

Entrepreneur

Alexandr Wang dropped out of MIT to create his own AI startup. His net worth is now $2 billion.

These Are the AI Skills You Should Learn Right Now, According to the World's Youngest Self-Made Billionaire

Amid revenue declines, ThredUp is not anticipating the financial pressure that consumers are feeling let up any time soon. The online consignment and thrift store shared in its second-quarter 2024 earnings results Monday (Aug. 5) that it saw a 4% decline in total revenue year over year, with U.S. revenue remaining flat and European revenue plummeting by 18%.

ThredUp CEO: It Will Be a While Before Shoppers Splurge Again

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Axios

Red Ventures, the digital media and marketing juggernaut based in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is selling tech news and reviews site CNET to Ziff Davis, the publicly-traded digital marketing behemoth, in a deal valued at over $100 million, sources confirmed to Axios. Why it matters: It's a stunning turn of...

Red Ventures sells CNET to Ziff Davis

Business Insider

Discover what it takes to join Apple, including tips from recruiters and the company's expectations.

How to get a job at Apple, according to tech career experts

NewsBreak

AI Firms Seek Big Tech Rescues as Enthusiasm Wanes

Character.AI and Google. Adept AI and Amazon. Microsoft and Inflection. What do these companies have in common? As The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Tuesday (Aug....

AI Firms Seek Big Tech Rescues as Enthusiasm Wanes

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