AI "godfather" Yann LeCun says it won"t destroy jobs forever
Prof Yann LeCun says fears that AI will pose a threat to humanity are "preposterously ridiculous"......»»
Newly discovered fungus helps destroy a harmful food toxin
Patulin (C7H6O4), a mycotoxin produced by several types of fungi, is toxic to a variety of life forms, including humans, mammals, plants, and microorganisms. In particular, environments lacking proper hygienic measures during food production are susc.....»»
U.S. moves ahead with $12 billion plan to retrofit auto plants for EVs
The funding comes amid tense negotiations between the Detroit 3 and the UAW, which has said the transition to EVs threatens union jobs......»»
What to expect from the iPhone 15 and more on September 12
USB-C, obviously—but there's more. Enlarge / This is the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple's Cupertino campus, where the iPhone event on September 12 is likely to be hosted. Granted, it will probably be a pre-recorded video. (credit:.....»»
Managers need menopause training to protect profits and retain women in senior jobs, say researchers
Women leaving work prematurely due to the effects of menopause costs Australian companies more than $10 billion a year. Macquarie Business School researchers say workplace training for managers is urgently needed to support women's well-being and pro.....»»
Steve Jobs’ handwritten Apple-1 ad fetches big bucks at auction
The draft of an ad penned by Steve Jobs for the Apple-1 computer has just fetched six times more than expected at auction......»»
Steve Jobs’ handwritten Apple-1 ad auctions for big bucks
The draft of an ad penned by Steve Jobs for the Apple-1 computer has just fetched six times more than expected at auction......»»
What does a job as a remote Linux administrator entail: how to become a professional, and the skills you need?
Remote Linux Administrator Jobs: Balancing Flexibility and Technical Excellence Information technology professionals can choose any field they like. In particular, the profession of remote Linux administrator is gaining popularity lately – more.....»»
Pre-Apple Jobs and Woz check sells for $135,000
A check made out by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak for components while creating the Apple I has beaten far exceeded its predicted price at auction.Source: RR AuctionsSteve Jobs checks have been auctioned before, but this one on RR Auction, is only the.....»»
Apple’s second check signed by Jobs and Woz up for auction [U: $135k sale price]
Following the record-breaking auction of a sealed 4GB original iPhone for almost $200,000, a new lot of rare Apple items is up for grabs. The latest auction includes Apple’s second check ever written which is signed by both Steve Jobs and Steve Woz.....»»
GM to close Arizona IT center, eliminating 940 jobs
The IT center, which opened in 2014, is one of four such facilities GM has around the U.S......»»
Clean-energy transition will hurt some communities more than others, so inclusive policy and investments are crucial
Thanks largely to the Inflation Reduction Act, U.S. policy has finally become a force in the clean-energy transition. By one estimate, the $369 billion law has already created more than 140,000 jobs in the renewable energy sector since its passage la.....»»
Living with wildfire: How to protect more homes as fire risk rises in a warming climate
Humans have learned to fear wildfire. It can destroy communities, torch pristine forests and choke even faraway cities with toxic smoke......»»
Auto supplier Plastic Omnium plans $170M hydrogen investment in Michigan
The operation, expected to support 40,000 vehicles annually by 2027, will create 175 jobs, paying an average wage of $1,710 per week plus benefits, according to a state memo......»»
Heavy workloads driving IT professionals to resign
A quarter of IT professionals are seriously contemplating leaving their current jobs within the next six months, potentially costing US companies upwards of 145 billion dollars, according to Ivanti. These statistics highlight the pressing need for or.....»»
Steelworkers union reiterates vow to exclusively back Cleveland-Cliffs in U.S. Steel takeover
Steelworkers President Tom Conway said the union only endorses one bid for the iconic American steelmaker, saying that the Cleveland-based producer’s plan will preserve union jobs......»»
Immigration slowed in COVID-19 pandemic, but migrant jobs not filled by U.S.-born
A prevailing narrative about immigration is that migrants displace U.S.-born residents in the workforce, but new research from University of California, Davis, economists shows that's not the case......»»
Trapped: Australia"s extraordinary alpine insects are being marooned on mountaintops as the world warms
We may not pay invertebrates much thought, but they're the workhorses of all ecosystems. Insects and other invertebrates do essential jobs such as pollinating plants, improving soils and controlling pests. They're also food for many larger animals, w.....»»
Unifor eyes Ford as bargaining target in Canada labor talks
Unifor is leaning toward picking Ford as the target automaker for this year’s contract negotiations, as the union looks to seize a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity to set the benchmark for what good jobs look like in the EV era......»»
Will AI kill cybersecurity jobs?
Some ten years ago, the authors of The Second Machine Age wrote that “computers and other digital advances are doing for mental power—the ability to use our brains to understand and shape our environments—what the steam engine and its descendan.....»»
Tesla’s new CFO has two jobs and a lot of questions; outgoing CFO exits with $590M fortune
The change comes as Tesla builds a factory in Mexico and prepares its Cybertruck pickup for the market. Meanwhile, outgoing CFO Zachary Kirkhorn piled up $590 million, mostly stock options, during his tenure......»»