Nanya posts profit hike in 1Q21
Taiwan-based DRAM maker Nanya Technology has reported net profit hiked 192.7% sequentially to NT$2.71 billion (US$95 million) in the first quarter of 2021. EPS for the quarter came to NT$0.88......»»
T-Mobile switches users to pricier plans and tells them it’s not a price hike
T-Mobile: "We are not raising the price... we are moving you to a newer plan." Enlarge / A T-Mobile store on April 3, 2020, in Zutphen, Netherlands. T-Mobile is moving people to newer, more expensive plans starting with.....»»
PSA: T-Mobile unlimited plans to get price hike – but you can opt out
If you’re on one of four older T-Mobile unlimited plans, you’re facing a price hike of around $10 per month – but you can opt out of the increase … more….....»»
Elon Musk"s X says it has removed "hundreds" of Hamas-affiliated accounts
X says it has removed "hundreds of Hamas-affiliated accounts" and taken down thousands of posts since the attack on Israel by the Palestinian militant group......»»
Samsung flags 78% profit drop as chip demand remains weak
Samsung warned that operating profit in the third quarter likely plunged 78% as it continues to contend with lower than usual demand for consumer devices......»»
“€25m Profit” Pirate IPTV Group Dismantled, 10 Arrested, 12 Vehicles Seized
Greek police say they have dismantled a criminal organization behind an illegal IPTV operation that caused broadcasters over €100m in losses. Over eight years it's alleged the operators generated over €25 million in profits, laundered money throu.....»»
UAW workers to get 19% wage hike under Mack Trucks contract deal
Workers must still ratify the agreement covering 4,000 hourly workers that includes a $3,500 ratification bonus, improved retirement benefits, additional vacation and a reduction in the time needed to get to top pay. The agreement includes an immedia.....»»
It looks like another Netflix price hike could be coming
According to the latest rumors, it seems that Netflix is getting ready to increase its prices again. The post It looks like another Netflix price hike could be coming appeared first on Phandroid. It didn’t feel too long ago that Netflix.....»»
Netflix will wait until Hollywood strikes end to hike streaming prices
After a prolonged strike by Hollywood actors, Netflix is considering raising the price for its ad-free streaming service, falling in line with recent price changes among the top streaming platforms across the country.Credit: David Balev/UnsplashAd-fr.....»»
GM, Stellantis face $9.5 billion in U.S. fuel economy fines, according to industry letter
The proposal by President Joe Biden's administration to hike fuel economy standards through 2032 would cost General Motors $6.5 billion in fines and Stellantis $3 billion, according to a letter from the American Automotive Policy Council......»»
iPhone scalpers used bots to buy millions of dollars’ worth of iPhone 15 models, says report
A cybersecurity company says that iPhone scalpers seeking to profit from early demand for iPhone 15 models used bots to make millions of dollars’ worth of purchases from the Apple website as soon as orders went live. The activity is lucrative fo.....»»
Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts
The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users......»»
A 1% increase in unbroken rice could help feed millions more, boost producer profit
A 1% increase in unbroken rice kernels after milling could mean millions more servings of this critical staple grain, increased food security around the globe and improved producer profitability, a study from two Arkansas researchers suggests......»»
UAW adds 38 GM, Stellantis parts distribution centers to strike but spares Ford with progress made
UAW President Shawn Fain said he is not adding new Ford sites to the strike because the automaker had increased its offers for profit-sharing payouts and job security......»»
Donald Trump Jr."s X account was hacked, his spokesman says
A spokesman for former President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Donald Trump Jr.'s account on X -- the platform formerly known as Twitter -- had been compromised after the account began sharing a series of unusual and erratic posts......»»
Researcher examines benefits, harms and ethics of online crowdfunding
Would you help a complete stranger in desperate need of money, based solely on their social media posts? Simon Fraser University professor and bioethicist Jeremy Snyder examines the complex dimensions of this question in his new book, "Appealing to t.....»»
Sexualized Instagram imagery found to affect young women"s body image
Viewing sexualized Instagram posts by online influencers increases the negative mood and body dissatisfaction of young female adults who view them, and promotes negative effects among viewers beyond striving for thinness and attractiveness......»»
iPhone 15 Pro Max expected to get price hike, rest of line may be safe
Market research firm TrendForce claims that Apple plans to solely increase the price of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, not the regular iPhone 15 Pro, but also that both will continue to start with 128GB storage.Mockup of the iPhone 15 ProIt's been widely exp.....»»
TV Museum Will Die in 48 Hours Unless Sony Retracts YouTube Copyright Strikes
Rick Klein and his team have been preserving TV adverts, forgotten tapes, and decades-old TV programming for years. Now operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the Museum of Classic Chicago Television has called YouTube home since 2007. However, copyrig.....»»
Apple posts iPhone 15 event video countdown on YouTube
You can now join the virtual waiting area for Apple’s iPhone 15 event before it goes live on September 12. Apple posted the livestream video countdown on YouTube today ahead of event kickoff next Tuesday. more….....»»
Conservative judges revive case on FDA’s “you are not a horse” ivermectin posts
You are still not a horse, but FDA will go to court over its authority to advise you. Enlarge / Tablets of ivermectin. (credit: Getty | Nurphoto) A panel of conservative judges has revived a lawsuit over the Food and Dr.....»»