Tech titans curb hiring in a 'challenging macro environment'
From e-commerce colossus Amazon to social networking star Facebook, US tech firms that once grew with abandon have reined in hiring to endure tumultuous times.
May 15, 2022
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After layoffs, ex-Amazon workers wonder about 'Earth's Best Employer'
When their phone pinged with a meeting reminder in January, one former Amazon employee was confused. The company had let them go four days earlier—yet they were still getting invitations to new meetings.
Feb 10, 2023
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Chinese tech mogul not seen in weeks after official probe: reports
The boss of a leading Chinese livestreaming platform has not been seen in public for weeks, state-run media outlets reported, after an investigation into illegal content on his site.
Nov 7, 2023
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Why the promised fourth industrial revolution hasn't happened yet
It's nearly a decade since the term "fourth industrial revolution" was coined, yet many people won't have heard of it, or know what it refers to.
Feb 28, 2023
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VW has 'one shot' to survive shift to digital era: CEO
Volkswagen needs to make urgent changes to become more of a tech company as the industry enters the digital era, CEO Herbert Diess said Thursday, warning that the German car giant had just "one shot" at staying in the game.
Jan 16, 2020
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Google parent Alphabet settles sexual misconduct lawsuit
Alphabet on Friday announced moves to address sexual misconduct at Google and its other operating divisions, putting in place changes worked out to settle a lawsuit filed by shareholders.
Sep 26, 2020
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In Davos, AI excitement persists but fears over managing risks
Walking around in Davos where the global elites gathered for the World Economic Forum this week, there were two inescapable words on the windows: artificial intelligence.
Jan 19, 2024
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UK plans big fines for online companies over harmful content
Social media and other internet companies face big fines in Britain if they don't remove and limit the spread of harmful material such as child sexual abuse or terrorist content and protect users on their platforms, officials ...
Dec 15, 2020
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Activision Blizzard chief may step down if misconduct not fixed: media
The chief of Activision Blizzard, accused of mishandling harassment complaints at the video giant, has signaled he would consider stepping down if he cannot quickly fix company culture, the Wall Street Journal reported Sunday.
Nov 22, 2021
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Air Canada to temporarily lay off half its workforce
Air Canada announced Monday it would temporarily lay off nearly half of its employees and reduce activity by up to 90 percent in the second quarter due to the coronavirus.
Mar 31, 2020
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