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"......»»
Apple beefs up smartphone services in “silent war” against Google
Apple enhances maps, search, and online advertising on iOS to challenge rival Android. Enlarge / Apple allegedly still holds a ‘grudge’ against Google ever since co-founder Steve Jobs called its rival Android operating system.....»»
Students lacking language skills will miss out on jobs, according to new report
British students wanting to get ahead in the world of work should be studying an additional language. New research from the University of Portsmouth, based on the analysis of job adverts targeted at graduates, shows a high demand for language skills.....»»
40 years ago, Apple’s original Macintosh started a revolution
When Apple co-founder Steve Jobs introduced the Macintosh computer, it changed how we interacted with machines forever......»»
"Rubble pile" asteroids nearly impossible to destroy, study suggests
Curtin University-led research into the durability and age of an ancient asteroid made of rocky rubble and dust, revealed significant findings that could contribute to potentially saving the planet if one ever hurtled toward Earth......»»
Spotify cuts jobs in latest round of tech layoffs
The music-streaming company says it is shedding 6% of its workforce......»»
Ford job cuts in Europe: Where the ax will fall
Ford's plans to cut thousands of jobs, mostly in product development, triggered a union threat of Europewide disruption......»»
Google cuts 12,000 jobs, the largest layoff in the company’s history
Google will slash 12,000 jobs, or about 6 percent of the company. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Google CEO Sundar Pichai has been on a cost-cutting tear over the last six months, shutting down various projects inside.....»»
Ford to cut jobs as it restructures in Europe
Ford is creating a new business structure in Europe as it quits low margin volume segments to focus on all-electric cars......»»
D&D maker still wants to revoke earlier versions of “open” gaming license
Core rules would go under Creative Commons, "hateful" content would be barred. Enlarge / Artist's conception of D&D-maker Wizards of the Coast trying to destroy its original Open Gaming License with fire. (credit: Lego / WotC).....»»
Google-parent Alphabet is cutting 12,000 jobs
Google parent Alphabet is eliminating about 12,000 jobs, or 6% of its workforce, the company said Friday, in the latest cuts to shake the technology sector......»»
Google parent Alphabet to cut 12,000 jobs
Six per cent of Alphabet's workforce will be lost worldwide, and US staff will be affected immediately......»»
Apple Lisa changed computing 40 years ago, but the world didn"t notice
Just about everything the Mac brought to technology was already there a year before with the failed Apple Lisa, that launched on January 19, 1983.Steve Jobs with an Apple LisaIt wasn't a public launch, it wasn't anything like the kind of presentation.....»»
Revisiting Apple’s ill-fated Lisa computer, 40 years on
On its 40th anniversary, we look back at the machine that brought the GUI to personal computers. Enlarge / Steve Jobs posing with the Lisa in 1983. (credit: Ted Thai) Forty years ago today, a new type of personal comput.....»»
Microsoft confirms major layoffs
Microsoft is set to cut 11,000 jobs as it looks to "align" cost structure with revenue, CEO Nadella says......»»
Microsoft to cut 10,000 jobs as spending slows
Chief executive Satya Nadella says cuts will cost $1.2bn as tech firms scale back from Covid growth......»»
Microsoft could be the next tech giant to announce massive layoffs
More tech jobs are at risk as rumors spread that Microsoft is set to cut 11,000 jobs......»»
15 years of MacBook Air: The iconic Steve Jobs unveil, the troubled years, and the future
The MacBook Air was announced by Steve Jobs 15 years ago today, on January 15, 2008. The event has become one of the most iconic Apple events ever, thanks in large part to the moment Jobs pulled the MacBook Air out of a manila envelope. Beyond the e.....»»
Apple to hold its 2023 Investor Meeting on March 10 with another virtual conference
Apple on Thursday invited its investors to its 2023 Annual Meeting on March 10, which will once again be held virtually rather than in person. In the past, the meeting was usually held in the Steve Jobs Theater, but Apple has changed this in recent.....»»
Apple shareholder meeting to be held on March 10
Apple will hold its annual shareholders meeting on Friday, March 10 at 9:00 AM Pacific time.Apple ParkAs with previous years, the meeting will be held virtually. Prior to the pandemic, meetings were held at the Steve Jobs Theater. Read more........»»
Apple considering 2025 debut of touchscreen MacBook Pro
Apple is allegedly working on adding touchscreens to its MacBook lineup, despite the previous assertion that the feature does not work well.Credit: AppleWhile Apple co-founder Steve Jobs had called touchscreen laptops "ergonomically terrible," a new.....»»