X “unfit” for banking because of complicity in Saudi spying, lawyers argue
Read the letter urging regulators to end Musk’s dream of turning X into a bank. Enlarge (credit: Manuel Augusto Moreno | Moment) Just two weeks after Elon Musk took over Twitter in fall 2022, he told employees that his.....»»
Apple hires Cynthia Bowman as new VP of diversity
Apple this week announced the hiring of Cynthia Bowman, a banking veteran, as its new Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity. She’s taking over the role from Barbara Whye, who joined the company in 2021 after leaving Intel. more….....»»
Apple’s supply chain could include ‘blood minerals’ from eastern Congo
International lawyers representing the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo have said that Apple’s supply chain could include “conflict minerals” or “blood minerals.” The terms are used to refer to minerals sourced from conflic.....»»
Apple is ignoring Congo"s accusations over conflict materials, say lawyers
Lawyers for the Congo government say that Apple has not responded to its requests over the use of conflict minerals in the iPhone and other devices — and that it has new evidence against the company.Apple has been asked to verify that it doesn't us.....»»
Apple is ignoring Congo"s accusations over conflict materials, say lawyers [u]
Lawyers for the Congo government say that Apple has not responded to its requests over the use of conflict minerals in the iPhone and other devices — and that it has new evidence against the company.Apple has been asked to verify that it doesn't us.....»»
Americans leave large sums at airport security checkpoints—what it means for the debate over getting rid of pennies
Should the U.S. get rid of pennies, nickels and dimes? The debate has gone on for years. Many people argue for keeping coins on economic-fairness grounds. Others call for eliminating them because the government loses money minting low-value coins......»»
29 best thriller movies on Netflix right now
Netflix has an impressive roster of excellent action and psychological thriller movies available to stream. Here are 29 of the best thriller movies streaming on Netflix now. One could argue that thrillers are among the best movie genres. On one.....»»
How to watch the Fury vs Usyk live stream: Time, PPV price, and more
Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury with square off to unite the heavyweight championship belts in Saudi Arabia this weekend. Here's how to watch......»»
Square Enix is Banking a lot on Multi-platform Titles
The new plan rests primarily on four pillars. The post Square Enix is Banking a lot on Multi-platform Titles appeared first on Phandroid. Just a couple of months after the launch of its highly-anticipated Final Fantasy VII remake sequel, J.....»»
There is an urgent need for democratizing knowledge to revolutionize global food systems, researchers argue
In an article published today in Nature Food, a team of international experts delves into the urgent need for democratizing knowledge to revolutionize global food systems. Titled "Knowledge Democratization Approaches for Food Systems Transformation,".....»»
AI and social media may be fueling the climate crisis, say researchers
Generative artificial intelligence and social media can undermine efforts to address climate change, argue researchers in a new forum article published in the journal Global Environmental Politics......»»
How suppliers are tackling four challenging legal and regulatory issues
Suppliers, dealing with a bumpy transition to electric vehicles, new regulations and rocky relationships with some of their customers, are turning to their lawyers to help them navigate issues related to contracts with automakers......»»
The FCC Votes to Reinstate Net Neutrality Protections
Service providers argue that the regulations stifle innovation and investment. The post The FCC Votes to Reinstate Net Neutrality Protections appeared first on Phandroid. In what is officially the latest development following a long back-a.....»»
First evidence of ancient human occupation found in giant lava tube cave in Saudi Arabia
If you look from above, you can see thousands of stone structures dotting the landscape of the Arabian peninsula. On the ground, you can find a bounty of stone tools and ancient fireplaces scattered along the edges of ancient lakes, as well as rock a.....»»
First evidence of human occupation in lava tube cave in Saudi Arabia
Recent strides in interdisciplinary archaeological research in Arabia have unveiled new insights into the evolution and historical development of regional human populations, as well as the dynamic patterns of cultural change, migration, and adaptatio.....»»
Zuckerberg has no personal liability in child addiction lawsuit [U]
Update: A court has ruled that Mark Zuckerberg cannot be held personally liable for claims that Meta sought to make its apps addictive to children. Lawyers will be able to re-file, this time claiming against Meta rather than Zuckerberg. Two separa.....»»
Neutron stars could be heating up from dark matter annihilation
One of the big mysteries about dark matter particles is whether they interact with each other. We still don't know the exact nature of what dark matter is. Some models argue that dark matter only interacts gravitationally, but many more posit that da.....»»
Google adds new AI-powered "Vids" app to Docs, Sheets, and Slides
Google Vids is the latest addition to Workspace, and it can use Gemini AI to put together slide presentations for work. Because sometimes making a deck takes too much effort. That's what Google is banking on, anyway, with its newest addition to.....»»
Visa warns dangerous new malware is attacking financial firms
JSOutProx is a banking trojan that can grab screenshots, drop other malware, and control device peripherals......»»
Russian antitrust regulator asks Apple about banking apps while ignoring Ukraine war
Russia's Federal Antimonopoly Service has asked Apple why Russian users cannot access full banking and payment services, while seemingly ignoring how banks in the country were sanctioned over the Ukraine war.Moscow, RussiaFAS wrote to Apple on Thursd.....»»
Marine protected areas safeguard more than ecology—they bring economic benefits to fisheries and tourism
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been used as a conservation measure for decades, but critics continue to argue that evidence of their economic benefits is weak, particularly with regard to fisheries......»»