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AI Is Powerful, But Be Sure to Use It Wisely in Your Business
AI is a powerful too that can improve your business performance but it is important to use AI wisely — here are some potential downsides.
Disrupting Biotech: The Business Model Behind NeOnc Technologies
NeOnc Technologies focuses on brain cancer treatments and a business model that is designed for sustainability and impact.
Microsoft Invested Billions in ChatGPT Maker OpenAI — So, Who Owns It?
OpenAI, the maker of the AI tool ChatGPT, is owned by a group of technology entrepreneurs. It has received multiple investments from Microsoft.
Linda Yaccarino Will Be the Next Twitter CEO — How Much Will She Make?
Elon Musk named Linda Yaccarino as his successor as Twitter CEO in a tweet on May 12, 2023. What is her new salary?
Get Rewarded and Make a Difference in the World With Microsoft Rewards
As the number of rewards points and customer loyalty programs increases, you may not know Microsoft has one too. So, how does Microsoft Rewards work?
AI Adoption Is Everywhere — How Will It Impact the Food Service Industry?
What is AI in food service going to do to the industry? More restaurants are adopting AI technology for tasks in food service. Here's what we know.
Education Tech Firm Chegg Faces Off Against ChatGPT
Who owns Chegg? The education technology company is facing a battle against new competitor ChatGPT. Here's what we know about the company.
Lensa AI Owner: Unmasking the Masterminds Behind the AI Portrait App
The Lensa AI app lets you edit photos and turn yourself into an artistic avatar. But there's some controversy behind it. Who owns the Lensa AI?
What Happened to Clubhouse? Next Great Social Network Has Gone Quiet
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the buzz surrounding the social audio platform Clubhouse was deafening, but it has gone quiet. What happened to Clubhouse?
Beyond Windows and Office: Exploring Microsoft's Extensive Holdings
What does Microsoft own? With the news of its planned purchase of Activision Blizzard, see other high-profile acquisitions Microsoft has made.
From Rags to Riches: You Won't Believe Shou Zi Chew's Mind-Blowing Net Worth!
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew's net worth will leave you amazed. Find out the details behind the tech CEOs net worth below.
Ginni Rometty Has Broken Glass Ceilings — How Much Is She Worth?
Ginni Rometty was the first female CEO of IBM. What's she doing now after retiring from IBM and how much is Ginny Remetty's net worth?
Find Out If You're Eligible for Facebook Privacy Settlement Money
The Facebook class-action lawsuit payout is a massive total, but you must file a claim. Here's who's eligible for the Facebook settlement money.
Follow These Steps to Open an Apple Savings Account
How can you open an Apple Savings account? The tech giant continues to expand its financial services, but does Apple Savings stack up?
Ryan Reynolds Became a Mint Mobile Stakeholder, but Does He Own It?
Ryan Reynolds became an owner of Mint Mobile in 2019. The Hollywood star claims he was a customer before becoming a stakeholder in the company.
Apple’s High-Yield Savings Account Is Now Active: How to Open One
Apple partnered with Goldman Sachs to offer a savings account to current and future Apple Card customers. Here's how to get an Apple Savings account.
FBI Warns About Using Public Phone Charging Stations
The FBI has warned consumers not to use public phone charging stations. This caution is based on FCC guidance against "juice-jacking."
Want to Participate in Neuralink Human Clinical Trials? How to Apply
Neuralink hasn't started accepting applications for volunteers who want to participate in clinical trials. However, you might still be able to apply.
WhatsApp Sold for Billions in 2014 — Who Owns the Networking App Now?
WhatsApp is a free social media app that allows users to text and call each other. In 2014, it was acquired by one of the largest social media companies.
Logan Green's Net Worth Skyrocketed After Co-founding Lyft — What's Next for Him?
Logan Green, Lyft's co-founder and CEO, is stepping down from day-to-day responsibilities to become chair of the board. What's his net worth?
What Is the "Click to Cancel" FTC Rule? Details
The FTC has created a new effort to put an end to consumers being trapped by unwanted fees. So, what's the "Click to Cancel" FTC rule?
Roku vs. Fire Stick: Which Streaming Device Is More Cost-Effective?
If you’re ready to pull the plug on cable and switch to streaming, how do you know which device to use? Let’s look at Roku vs. Fire Stick.
Will YouTube TV Be Worth It After a Price Hike?
Is YouTube TV worth it? The cost is going up in March 2023, but its features may still be worth the extra expense for some customers.
Trump’s TRUTH Social App Is Available on iOS and Android, but for How Long?
Truth Social became available on Apple Play Stores in February 2022, though Android users had to wait longer. Is Truth Social on Android now?
Who Owns Mint Mobile? T-Mobile to Acquire Company for Up to $1.35 Billion
Mint Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator that runs on the T-Mobile's network. T-Mobile likely to acquire the company for up to $1.35 billion.
TikToker Turns the Tables on No WFH Policy, Outsmarts Boss
A TikToker deleted Microsoft Teams and his company email from his phone after being told he couldn't work from home. The work landscape has changed.
Best Buy Is Expanding Into Healthcare Technology, Faces Slowing Electronics Sales
Who owns Best Buy? The electronics retailer has been expanding into healthcare technology in recent years to balance out slowing consumer electronics sales.
Apple's Freeform App Is Great for Building Businesses — Here's How
Technology has provided incredible advancements when it comes to collaboration in the digital age. What is the Freeform app used for?
The John Lewis Credit Card Is Popular — Does It Support Apple Pay?
Apple Pay supports a number of credit cards. Is the John Lewis credit card one of them? Find out here, plus details on the rewards the card offers.
Discussing Your Pay Is Usually Taboo — TikTok Weighs In on Debate
The ongoing hush-hush attitude over openly sharing pay is being challenged. It's not illegal to discuss your pay. TikTok has weighed in on the topic.
Meta to Test a Paid Subscription Service for Facebook and Instagram
Meta will test a new monthly paid subscription service for Facebook and Instagram. Users will pay $11.99 or $14.99 a month to get a blue verified check.
Susan Wojcicki's Net Worth — Success Runs in YouTube CEO's Family
Susan Wojcicki's net worth is directly tied to her success at YouTube. She recently announced that she's stepping down. What's her net worth?
Diddy Promotes Uber One in New Super Bowl Commercial — Is the Service Worth It?
Whether Uber One is worth it depends on how often you use Uber and Uber Eats. If you only use the service occasionally, then it isn't worth the cost.
HQties Are No More — The Rise and Fall of HQ Trivia
What happened to HQ Trivia? Former host Sarah Pribis recently revealed what happened to the viral game app and how much money she made.
Twitter Plans to Charge Businesses for Gold Verification — Here's How Much
Businesses will soon have to pay $1,000 per month for Twitter's gold verification. It's the latest in a series of major changes made by new CEO Elon Musk.
Talk of a Dish Network and AT&T Merger Have Started Again — Who Owns Dish?
Dish Network was founded in 1995 by Charlie Ergen. Some of its more popular subsidiaries include Sling TV and Boost Mobile. Who owns Dish Network now?
Yelp Co-Founder Jeremy Stoppelman Is Worth Millions
Jeremy Stoppelman, Yelp CEO, has built a net worth in the millions through his salary and stock ownership in Yelp, a company he co-founded in 2004.
What Happened to MeTV? Don't Panic — Here's How to Watch
Viewers who tune in to TV programs like 'M*A*S*H' or 'The Three Stooges' may be surprised to find that MeTV isn’t there. What happened to MeTV?
Was T-Mobile Hacked? What Customers Need to Know
T-Mobile announced that someone hacked into its systems and obtained certain customer information. Here's what customers need to know.
Rumors Are Swirling That Elon Musk Is Buying Google — Details
Elon Musk purchased Twitter in 2022. Will he consider adding another company to his shopping cart in 2023? Is he buying Google? Here's what we know.
Uber Could Implement Surge Pricing on New Year's Eve — How to Avoid It
If Uber implements surge pricing on New Year’s Eve, you could pay more than eight times the normal fare. Here are a few tips to avoid it.
Taco Bell Employee Ousts Restaurant for Being Out of Key Ingredients
A viral TikTok video posted by TikToker Jason (@gay4jaciee) exposes Taco Bell for being out of key ingredients, including chicken, beef, and cheese.
Twitter Headquarter Items Are Up for Auction — Here’s How to Bid
Twitter is auctioning off items from its headquarters in January 2023. Here's how to bid on the Twitter HQ auction. We have all the details.
TikTok Influencer and Millionaire Liver King Has Admitted He Takes Steroids
Liver King built a substantial net worth even before starting his social media persona. He ran a successful supplement company, Ancestral Supplements.
The Telegram Messaging App Gained Millions of Users After a Facebook Outage
The Telegram messaging app attracted millions of users after a Facebook outage in 2021. Here's who owns Telegram now.
Here’s What Has Happened at Twitter Since Elon Musk Took Over
Elon Musk has angered plenty of Twitter employees and users since he bought the company. Here's a rundown of what has happened at Twitter so far.
Mark Zuckerberg Announces Mass Layoffs in Bid to Make Meta More Efficient
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that he’s reducing the company’s workforce by about 13 percent and letting more than 11,000 employees go.
WhatsApp Communities Finally Launched — Here’s How to Use the New Feature
WhatsApp has launched its long-awaited Communities feature, a move that could boost the relevance of the end-to-end encrypted communication app.
Bye Bye Twitter! These Celebrities Are Leaving the Elon Musk-Owned Platform
Celebrities are leaving Twitter after Elon Musk finally purchased the platform. Here’s a list of who’s leaving (or has already left) so far.