As BNPL startups raise, a look at Klarna, Affirm and Afterpay earnings
To better understand what's going on with the companies hoping to help you finance your next mistaken purchase, let's check out earnings results from Klarna, Afterpay and Affirm. As the e-commerce market grows, startups are racing to help o.....»»
LastPass’ CIO vision for driving business strategy, innovation
Recently, LastPass appointed Asad Siddiqui as its CIO. He brings over two decades of experience leading startups and large technology organizations. It was the perfect time for Help Net Security to find out what’s next for Siddiqui in his new r.....»»
Using AI to replicate odors and validating them via experimental quantification of perfume perception
A small team of chemical engineers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, working with a colleague from IA Murins Startups, has developed a way to use machine learning to replicate odors and then validate them using experimental quant.....»»
Uber adds a new ‘rider rating’ score for monitoring your environmental impact
Uber on Monday announced a new feature that aims to raise awareness among its users about the impact of CO2 emissions on the atmosphere. Named “Emission Savings,” the feature is now being rolled out and will let riders get a better idea of their.....»»
Webb and Hubble telescopes affirm the universe"s expansion rate, but the puzzle persists
The rate at which the universe is expanding, known as the Hubble constant, is one of the fundamental parameters for understanding the evolution and ultimate fate of the cosmos......»»
What are EV startups doing to ride out weak demand?
U.S. electric vehicle startups are turning to cheaper models, slamming the brakes on their production ramp-up plans and laying off employees to navigate a slump in demand due to steep borrowing costs and high repair expenses for the vehicles. Tesl.....»»
Apple"s newest hire is another step towards ads in Apple TV+
Apple has hired away an advertising executive from NBCUniversal, as it continues to build out its rumored video ad business for Apple TV+.Apple TV+ logoApple has been rumored to be adding advertising to Apple TV+ for a while, which could help raise A.....»»
Vehicle subscriptions work to prove worth in a sink or swim market
The few startups and programs still in operation are trying to find the right pricing and logistical models to survive......»»
Analyst: AutoNation seeks to expand store network
"I will tell you that we have a number of opportunities at this point in time," CEO Mike Manley said during the company's fourth-quarter earnings call......»»
Dutch people adapt their climate beliefs more easily than their behavior, find researchers
Climate interventions do not lead to more climate action among Dutch, but they do raise awareness about climate change. That can be derived from the Climate Intervention Webapp, a database that has mapped the most effective strategies for promoting c.....»»
China offers AI computing ‘vouchers’ to its underpowered start-ups
Chinese AI startups are getting help to access resources as the country faces a serious chip shortage......»»
EU fine and shift to AI applying opposing forces to Apple"s value, holding it steady
An analyst note suggests regulation from the EU and the $2 billion fine may put pressure on Apple's earnings per share, but its shift to AI will help keep the earnings multiple even at about 25x.Apple is dealing with regulatory pressures and other un.....»»
AutoNation, Lithia making progress with captive finance companies
AutoNation and Lithia Motors, the two public franchise auto retailers with the ability to approve car loans for their own customers, said on fourth-quarter 2023 earnings calls they are making progress building those fledgling captive finance companie.....»»
Suppliers, competing with UAW raises, expect higher labor costs in 2024
During quarterly earnings calls with analysts and investors in February, suppliers frequently highlighted one area in which cost increases are expected to persist this year: labor......»»
Stop trying to raise the perfect child, says new parenting book
Two University of the Sunshine education experts are calling for more parents to "ground" their children—but not as punishment for misdeeds......»»
Self-driving sensor maker Luminar"s shares fall as production delay at Volvo hits earnings
Luminar Technologies shares tumbled about 11% Wednesday after the self-driving sensor maker's fourth-quarter results missed estimates on delayed production schedule for Volvo Cars' new EX90 electric crossover......»»
Fisker to report Q4 earnings amid EV slowdown, pivot to franchised dealers
Questions submitted by investors for the earnings call reflected concerns about Fisker's financial stability and problems with its first vehicle, the Ocean, which launched in the U.S. in late June......»»
Apple Pay Later plans will show up on credit reports
Apple Pay Later will officially become the first buy now, pay later loan service to have information reflected in Experian credit reports.Apple Pay LaterUntil now, if you used a short-term buy now, pay later (BNPL) or pay-in-4 (Pi4) loan, such as tho.....»»
Amazon to spend $1 billion on startups that combine AI with robots
“We’re also a long way off from replacing all humans.” Enlarge / Digit, a bipedal robot, is being tested at an Amazon facility in the US. (credit: Financial Times) Amazon’s $1 billion industrial innovation fund.....»»
Week in review: 10 cybersecurity startups to watch, admins urged to remove VMware vSphere plugin
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Inside the strategy of Salesforce’s new Chief Trust Officer In this Help Net Security interview, Arkin discusses a collaborative approach to build.....»»
Rivian, Lucid earnings reports tell a tale of a tough EV market
Rivian and Lucid are burning through cash. Sales are expected to be flat this year. The EV startups, along with Tesla, are trying to move downmarket for growth......»»