Why two startups are betting on debt instead of equity
When there’s a need for capital, not every startup goes the venture route. Boast.ai, a company that plugs into business systems and automatically finds them R&D tax breaks, announced Wednesday it has raised a $100 million credit facility from Breve.....»»
Nearly 10 million UK households in crisis due to health inequity from cold homes
The lack of meaningful action to tackle Britain's cold homes over the last decade has intensified existing inequalities—with many millions of households now at the point of crisis, finds a new report from the UCL Institute of Health Equity (UCL IHE.....»»
New study identifies 13 strategies for advancing racial and ethnic equity in the academic health sciences
Amid continued debate over how to advance diversity and equity in higher education following the Supreme Court's decision striking down affirmative action, researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital and Northeastern University have issued a "roa.....»»
Study suggests anti-Black racism may account for conservatives" negative reactions to jobs requiring DEI statements
According to new research from Rice University and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, conservative-leaning job applicants indicate being less likely to pursue positions that require personal statements on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and.....»»
Suppliers may get high debt under control in 2024
Suppliers, after years of racking up debt amid uneven production schedules and increasing costs, should be in a better position this year to get debt under control, though significant uncertainty remains......»»
Hands on: Apple Sports brings a limited experience to tracking your favorite teams
The new Apple Sports app is an oddly empty experience with a lot of potential, but its minimal interface and emphasis on betting odds may keep people away.Apple SportsEvery time Apple introduces a new app, it is usually with good reason. The app tend.....»»
10 cybersecurity startups to watch in 2024
At Help Net Security, we’ve been following the cybersecurity business landscape closely for the past 25 years. Through our Industry News section, we’ve been tracking the pulse of the cybersecurity world, bringing you product news from com.....»»
Rivian and Lucid to report Q4 earnings as the once-hot startups face cooling EV demand
Rivian and Lucid cut vehicle prices in February even as both burn through cash. The startups once had higher market valuations than GM or Ford but are now worth a small fraction of their market peaks......»»
36% of code generated by GitHub CoPilot contains security flaws
Security debt, defined as flaws that remain unfixed for longer than a year, exists in 42% of applications and 71% of organizations, according to Veracode. Worryingly, 46% of organizations have persistent, high-severity flaws that constitute ‘critic.....»»
Drowning in "digital debt"? AI assistants can help—but we must use them carefully
In recent days, the "right to disconnect" has entered Australia's legislative agenda. It refers to employees' rights to refuse unreasonable after-hours contact from their employer......»»
State laws governing debt collection lawsuits vary widely and most still offer little protection to consumers
While most states have laws that specifically govern debt collection lawsuits, the laws vary widely and few offer protections for consumers, according to new data released today by the Center for Public Health Law Research at Temple University Beasle.....»»
Lucid cuts U.S. prices, joining Rivian and Tesla as EV startups face easing demand
Lucid's base Air sedan gets a $7,500 reduction, now starting at $71,400 with shipping. The move comes after a $3,100 price cut on base Rivian models and a $1,000 discount on some Tesla Model Y trims......»»
Looking for Love? Let the Market Decide
Manifold.love lets users create prediction markets for their dating lives and those of other users. There are 103 people betting on whether Austin Chen and Rachel Weinberg will still be married in five years time. The aggregation of.....»»
Apollo to Artemis: Why America is betting big on private space
A private Houston-based company is set this week to lead a mission to the moon which, if successful, will mark America's first lunar landing since the end of the Apollo era five decades ago......»»
Stealing Apple trade secrets can get you 120 days in prison and a boatload of debt
A former Apple engineer who pled guilty to stealing trade secrets related to Apple Car has finally been sentenced to 120 days in prison, three years probation, and $146,984 in restitution.Apple's Project Titan could lead to an Apple CarXiaolang Zhang.....»»
Navigating the playground of odds
In today’s digitalized betting world, those who frequently indulge in the exhilaration of predicting outcomes understand that it’s not just about luck; it’s a craft, an art that’s as psychological as it is tactical. As we delv.....»»
Lucid turns to Saks Fifth Avenue for test drives, marketing
As some EV startups recruit U.S. dealers for retail help, Lucid is partnering with Saks for Air sedan test drives and marketing. Air sales fell 10 percent in the fourth quarter to 1,734 despite generous promotions......»»
Air mobility meets autos: Stellantis, Toyota, Hyundai bring manufacturing muscle to new market
Air mobility startups envision deploying thousands of eVTOL aircraft. That's where the automotive industry's mass manufacturing capabilities enter the picture. Here's a look at the key automotive-aviation tie-ups, how they've grown and where they sta.....»»
FordDirect debuts online marketplace for Ford, Lincoln dealers
The Shop is a marketplace where Ford and Lincoln dealers can buy software and services from curated vendors and startups......»»
Tesla drops minority-worker terms after Musk"s rants over DEI initiatives
Musk has repeatedly denounced diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in recent weeks on social media, calling them “literally the definition of racism.”.....»»
Researcher: Debt, wage theft and coercion drive the global garment industry—the only answer is collective action
Major fashion brands including Barbour and PVH (the owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger) have agreed to pay over £400,000 in compensation to migrant workers in Mauritius. These workers from Bangladesh, India, China and Madagascar had been force.....»»