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Paden Gayle interviewed for Google twice and got rejected. Then he switched up his approach to interview prep and landed an offer.

A Google software engineer who was initially rejected gives 3 pieces of advice for landing a coding job

This week, we’re looking at some companies being created, funded, shut down and acquired — the circle of startup life. While one company made a splash out of stealth, a few others faded from the radar this week. Out of the woods: Black Forest Labs is the name...

Another week in the circle of startup life

“One of my favorite things about the company is that I am the main user of Rippling at Rippling,” he said on a recent episode of TechCrunch’s Found podcast. In addition to running payroll and approving expenses, he uses the product to manage benefits and set HR policies right down to device management systems. “I think that’s a really great feedback loop. Because it means that if things aren’t working well, or if it’s a pain to use, it gets fixed very quickly, because I’m using it day to day.”

Rippling’s Parker Conrad says founders should ‘go all the way to the ground’ to run their companies

Kirsten Korosec, Mary Ann Azevedo and Devin Coldewey kicked off this Friday’s episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast with a discussion of WeRide, a Chinese autonomous vehicle startup, seeking an initial public offering in the United States at a $5 billion valuation. The company also recently got the green light to test its driverless vehicles with passengers in California.

AI for landlords, Grok-2 unleashed and the latest attempt at AI regulation

Small merchants in China have been holding rallies this month to protest Temu's fines and refund policies, multiple outlets reported.

Dozens of angry Chinese suppliers swarmed Temu's office, saying they're tired of giving Westerners refunds without returns

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Working remote doesn't mean you won't get paid well. Here are 12 remote entry-level jobs that pay at least $50,000 a year.

12 Remote Entry-Level Jobs That Pay at Least $50,000 a Year

Hello, Quartz members, and welcome to Sunday Reads!. Who will soon forget the week that Elon Musk interviewed Donald Trump on X, after 48 minutes of technical glitches? Not to mention Starbucks tossing its CEO like a cold Venti. Suggested Reading. But it’s Sunday, and time to shift your gaze...

Sunday Reads: Ponzi schemes and pet wills

Many or all of the products here are from our partners that compensate us. It’s how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures our experts’ opinions aren’t influenced by compensation. Terms may apply to offers listed on this page. KEY POINTS. We found several remote side...

You Can Earn Over $1,000 a Month With These 7 Remote Side Jobs

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Everyone wants to know how to make more money. The first idea is asking for a raise at work. But if that isn't coming, Paula Pant, founder and podcast host of the "Afford Anything" podcast, has three...

I’m a Money Expert: Here Are 3 Side Hustles You Should Start Now To Make Money

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Maggie Zheng says  tech bros often treat dating like a business and lack emotional intelligence — but they can also make thoughtful partners.

I've dated tech bros who treat dating like they're working on a startup. Once I found the right one, we applied this mindset to improve our relationship.

Are you seeking a job as a product manager at Meta? The company shared how to land the prized gig.

Meta is often looking for product managers. Here's what you can do to land the job.

The COVID-19 pandemic turned the U.S. economy upside down. The lockdown resulted in high levels of unemployment with lots of businesses closing their doors, leaving many without a paycheck. Today,...

5 Effortlessly Profitable Service Businesses You Can Launch Right Now

Fortune

Brian Niccol says that if leaders aren’t curious, then they don’t care about their company.

The new Starbucks CEO shares the best business advice he ever got

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No further specifics were given, but these schemes typically involve fraudsters tricking employees at a company — often in finance or with access to the executive suite — into initiating a bank transfer of company funds to a bank account controlled by the fraudsters. These schemes can involve the hacking of email accounts used by executives to send fraudulent instructions to staff on their behalf, or even use deepfakes in efforts to trick unsuspecting employees into transferring funds.

Texas firm says it lost $60M in a bank wire transfer scam

It’s hard to deny the allure of remote work in 2024, particularly over the last few summer months. The idea of being able to maintain a flexible work schedule and ditch the commute has been a sought-after perk for employees in virtually every industry. So, how do you actually...

47 Fully Remote Jobs You Can Apply for in August 2024

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Orion S.A., a global supplier of carbon black (a solid form of carbon), has revealed it fell victim to a sophisticated scam and ended up transferring $60 million to accounts belonging to the scammers.The company confirmed the fiasco in a 8-K form filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on August 10.In the document, the company said an employee (not a member of the C-suite) was targeted by criminals: “On August 10, 2024, Orion S.A. determined that a Company employee, who is not a Named Executive Officer, was the target of a criminal scheme that resulted in multiple...

A bank wire transfer scam cost this company millions — here's how you can stay safe

The news positions Revolut as one of Europe’s most valuable private tech companies. Founded in London in 2015, Revolut is one of numerous fintechs to emerge from Europe over the past decade to challenge the big bank incumbents. Revolut offers a range of services spanning multi-currency accounts, payment and transfer services, crypto products, insurance and more. The company has also expanded beyond the U.K. into international markets including Europe and the U.S.

UK neobank Revolut valued at $45B after secondary market sale

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A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Finding work is still tough for many jobseekers facing drawn-out interview processes and stiffer competition for roles in some industries — but that could soon change. "It's getting progressively harder to land a job," ZipRecruiter chief economist Julia Pollak tells CNBC Make It. The unemployment rate ticked up to...

52% of U.S. companies are hiring for new jobs in the fall and winter—here are the most in-demand roles

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The chief executive and founder of an Atlanta-based financial consulting firm is also the leader of a $300 million Ponzi scheme who used investors’ cash to fund his own luxurious lifestyle, according to federal regulators. Suggested Reading. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday charged Drive Planning CEO...

A finance CEO's $300 million Ponzi scheme funded a 'lavish' lifestyle, authorities say

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Selling a startup in an ‘acqui-hire’ is more lucrative than it seems, founders and VCs say

Such acquisitions may feel like a huge disappointment for founders and senior employees. They were dreaming of building a massive, highly valuable company that would make...

Selling a startup in an ‘acqui-hire’ is more lucrative than it seems, founders and VCs say

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