August 31, 2024 Why platform stations are better than satellites for global internet connectivity Platform stations would be faster, more cost-effective, and more flexible than satellite-based systems. BY The Conversation About one-third of the global population, around 3 billion people, don’t have access to the internet or have poor connections because of infrastructure limitations, economic disparities, … Continue reading Why platform stations are better than satellites for global internet connectivity
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TikTok’s blazing UX makes Trump’s lies spread faster than ever
August 12, 2024 TikTok’s blazing UX makes Trump’s lies spread faster than ever Trump told a lie about Kamala Harris. And TikTok is still spreading it with abandon. BY Hunter Schwarz The race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump has its first controversy over misinformation. But rather than faked images that push … Continue reading TikTok’s blazing UX makes Trump’s lies spread faster than ever
Three simple ways to change your life for less than $50
August 10, 2024 Three simple ways to change your life for less than $50 Can’t afford a deluxe trip to Lake Como? Here are a few easy ways to change your life. BY Francine Maroukian I get bored on the regular, often in anticipation of seasonal shifts. While I’m not restless enough to be airlifted out … Continue reading Three simple ways to change your life for less than $50
CrowdStrike’s $10 peace offering brews more trouble than it’s worth
CrowdStrike’s $10 peace offering brews more trouble than it’s worth Suswati Basu Tech journalist In a quirky twist of corporate apology-gone-awry, cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike has left social media chortling after reportedly offering a meager $ 10 Uber Eats gift card to soothe the frazzled nerves of IT staff and partners bogged down by last … Continue reading CrowdStrike’s $10 peace offering brews more trouble than it’s worth
The return-to-office debate is settled: Offices are busier than ever
July 22, 2024 The return-to-office debate is settled: Offices are busier than ever A new “office busyness index” shows growing usage, even on Mondays. BY Nate Berg Offices around the country are slowly but steadily seeing workers return. According to a new set of monthly office occupancy data, offices are increasingly busy, with “busyness” up in … Continue reading The return-to-office debate is settled: Offices are busier than ever
Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week than expected
July 11, 2024 Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week than expected Initial claims for state unemployment benefits fell 17,000 to a seasonally adjusted 222,000 for the week ended July 6, the lowest level since late May, the Labor Department said on Thursday. BY Reuters The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits … Continue reading Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week than expected
Female entrepreneurs can fundraise 20% faster than men on crowdfunding platforms, research finds
July 10, 2024 Female entrepreneurs can fundraise 20% faster than men on crowdfunding platforms, research finds The gender pay gap is reversed in this one situation, a new study suggests. BY Chris Stokel-Walker Crowdfunding campaigns fronted by women reach their fundraising targets 20% faster than those promoted by men and couples, according to a new study. … Continue reading Female entrepreneurs can fundraise 20% faster than men on crowdfunding platforms, research finds
American Airlines flight attendants offered 17% pay bump. It’s less than what they wanted
June 05, 2024 American Airlines flight attendants offered 17% pay bump. It’s less than what they wanted American Airlines’ flight attendants say they have not had a pay raise in over five years and have asked for an immediate raise of about 33%. BY Reuters American Airlines has offered its flights attendants immediate wage increases of … Continue reading American Airlines flight attendants offered 17% pay bump. It’s less than what they wanted
What’s more potent and harder to regulate than nicotine in vapes? Nicotine alternatives, FDA says
May 29, 2024 What’s more potent and harder to regulate than nicotine in vapes? Nicotine alternatives, FDA says Manufacturers can sell vapes containing synthetic nicotine analogues, such as 6-methyl nicotine, in the United States without seeking authorization from the FDA. BY Reuters Nicotine alternatives used in vapes being launched in the U.S. and abroad, such as … Continue reading What’s more potent and harder to regulate than nicotine in vapes? Nicotine alternatives, FDA says
Why startups need more than just press releases
Understand the roles of earned media and crisis communications under the PR umbrella and why startups need all three for success. Shama Hyder on May 17, 2024 You’ve got a solid business plan and secured funding, and you are eager to introduce your brand to the media. You’re told that you need PR, which … Continue reading Why startups need more than just press releases