Author: Vidya Saras

In Niel, ByteDance has found a board member who revels in challenging the establishment. Just as TikTok has lured eyeballs away from the likes of Instagram and YouTube, Niel’s telecoms firm was also an outsider in the 1990s, attempting to rival the telecoms giants known as France’s big three: Orange, SFR, and Bouygues Telecom. He also has direct experience clashing with competition. In 2013, Niel’s ISP Free blocked all web ads by default. The move, seen as an attack on Google during negotiations about whether the tech giant should pay to use Free’s infrastructure, sparked major backlash. In that battle,…

Politics / September 20, 2024 Republicans might disavow Mark Robinson now, but they elevated him knowing his extremism. Ad Policy Soulmates: Mark Robinson joins the stage with Donald Trump during a rally at The Farm at 95 on April 9, 2022, in Selma, North Carolina.(Allison Joyce / Getty Images) At a rally in Greensboro on March 2, Donald Trump endorsed Mark Robinson’s bid to become governor of  North Carolina by describing the candidate as “Martin Luther King on steroids.” Trump added, “I told that to Mark. I said, ‘I think you’re better than Martin Luther King. I think you are…

As the U.S. presidential election approaches, it’s worth examining how past elections have influenced Bitcoin’s price. Historically, the U.S. stock market has shown notable trends around election periods. Given Bitcoin’s correlation with equities and, most notably, the S&P 500, these trends could offer insights into what might happen next.S&P 500 CorrelationBitcoin and the S&P 500 have historically held a strong correlation, particularly during BTC’s bull cycles and periods of a risk-on sentiment throughout traditional markets. This could phenomenon could potentially come to an end as Bitcoin matures and ‘decouples’ from equities and it’s narrative as a speculative asset. However there’s…

As a global public resource, technology must remain open, accessible, and dedicated to promoting the greater good. The Next Billion Fellowship Program is a testament to this vision, seeking to capture stories of communities whose lives are changing for the better. Today, we are proud to introduce seven individuals with remarkable stories to share. Their narratives offer a glimpse into their diverse contexts and possible futures — ones we cannot fully foresee but where humanity is uplifted. By drawing inspiration from the Next Billion Fellows’ stories, we hope to imagine a future where this open protocol of human coordination serves…

Image Credit: Siemens PLANO, Texas, Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today that the Orient Express Racing Team is using the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to aid in preparation for upcoming 37th America’s Cup and to gain competitive advantage. The Orient Express Racing Team, founded by sports tech company K-Challenge, brings together some of the best French athletes, engineers, technicians and experts with the aim of winning the most prestigious international sailing competitions, including the America’s Cup. Mastering this ultra-competitive environment is the drive behind the company’s creativity and capacity for innovation. Working in close collaboration with…

If you’re a fan of endless runner games with a twist, you’ve likely come across Dookey Dash: Unclogged. This quirky, viral sensation from the creators of Bored Ape Yacht Club is back for Season 1, and the stakes are higher than ever, with a prize pool exceeding a staggering $1 million. From plunging through the chaotic sewers to dodging bizarre obstacles, this game combines humor, fast-paced racing, and Web3 customization like never before. Here’s everything you need to know about the game and its creators. From the Minds Behind Bored Ape Yacht Club: Yuga Labs Dookey Dash is the brainchild…

In this article, we’ll look at quant trading and discuss why employing an AI crypto trading bot in your trading routine may be a good idea. With the advent of artificial intelligence, the financial trading industry underwent major changes. Although quantitative trading is not a new phenomenon, the AI-powered software helped to refine and enhance the identification of the best investment opportunities. In this article, we’ll look at quant trading, explore its biggest pros and cons, and discuss why employing an AI crypto trading bot in your trading routine may be a good idea. What Is Quantitative Trading? Large financial…

A pleasant female voice greets me over the phone. “Hi, I’m an assistant named Jasmine for Bodega,” the voice says. “How can I help?”“Do you have patio seating,” I ask. Jasmine sounds a little sad as she tells me that unfortunately, the San Francisco–based Vietnamese restaurant doesn’t have outdoor seating. But her sadness isn’t the result of her having a bad day. Rather, her tone is a feature, a setting.Jasmine is a member of a new, growing clan: the AI voice restaurant host. If you recently called up a restaurant in New York City, Miami, Atlanta, or San Francisco, chances…

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a three-year, $193 million extension. This is the largest and longest extension Embiid is allowed to sign. The deal will bring Embiid’s contract to five years and just under $300 million in total, with a $69.1 million player option on the final season in 2028-29. Embiid will decline his player option for the 2026-27 season. That will allow the All-NBA center to add three seasons to his deal. Philadelphia signed Paul George to a four-year, $212 million contract this summer. The Sixers also re-signed Tyrese Maxey to a five-year, $204 million…

Meta Connect, the big developer event and hardware showcase from the company that runs Facebook and Instagram, is kicking off next week. Meta is likely to show off its new VR and mixed-reality technology, put a shiny polish on its meandering metaverse ambitions, and delve into all the fresh ways it plans to squeeze artificial intelligence into every crevice of its devices and services.The event takes place on Wednesday September 25, starting at 10 am Pacific time. The keynote address, where most of the new stuff will be announced, will be livestreamed. The host for the event will be Meta…