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New Balance Joins Blockchain, Uses Cardano For Users To Authenticate Sneakers
New Balance will be utilizing the power of a "third-generation blockchain," Cardano, to combat counterfeits of its sneakers as the two join forces to form a strategic partnership.
Tech Layoffs 2019: Austin, Texas-Based Internet Media Company Cuts 13 Percent Of Staff
Internet media pioneer Rooster Teeth issued the first round of layoffs in the company's 16-year history on Thursday.
IBM Acquires Linux Developer Red Hat For $34 Billion
Linux developer Red Hat is now part of the IBM cloud team.
IBM Patent Shows Smartwatch That Transforms Into Phone Or Tablet
A new patent reveals IBM’s plans for a smartwatch that transforms to become a smartphone or tablet.
The Future Of Eco-Friendly Finance
New financial technologies are being built to tackle bigger social problems, even beyond climate change.
IBM Layoffs: Tech Giant Confirms 1,700 Job Cuts
Tech giant IBM will lay off a small percentage of its employees reinforcing speculative reports that were appearing in many media outlets.
China Could Be Spying On US Tech Firms Through Plugs And Power Cords
China’s alleged espionage capabilities are scaring many American tech giants who reportedly urged their Taiwanese suppliers to shift components production from mainland China and keep them safe.
IBM Apologizes For 'Racial Slurs' On Recruitment Website
The incident came to light after a jobseeker applying for a technical role in IBM contacted the Register about the contents of the forms.
Is Artificial Intelligence Good Or Evil?
Artificial intelligence will create jobs even as it eliminates other jobs, so the best way to prepare yourself is to learn a new set of skills.
Microsoft's Blockchain As A Service Dislodges IBM From Top Spot: ABI Research
Market foresight advisory firm ABI Research assessed a number of platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Amazon and Alibaba, that provide blockchain as a service.
Walmart, IBM Launch Blockchain-Enabled Food Tracing Initiative
For tracing the food products sold in its stores, Walmart has tied up with technology company IBM to implement blockchain in its food supply chain process.
The 25 Highest Paying Jobs That Don't Require a College Degree
The path to financial security doesn't have to come with a diploma. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are numerous well-paying professions that don't require higher education.
IBM Sued For Ageism After Firing Thousands Of Employees Over 40
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against IBM over claims that the company has been discriminating against older employees.
IBM Introduces Blockchain World Wire For Cross-Border Payments
Ripple’s existing product xRapid has already been adopted by companies like Western Union and SBI virtual currencies. IBM wants to enter the cross-border payments space with its Blockchain World Wire service.
US Open Stadium Naming Rights Not For Sale Despite $600 Million Renovation
The US Open recently completed a $600 million renovation project but the organizers have no plans of selling the naming rights to companies.
Boeing Announces AI-Driven, Blockchain-Based Flying Taxi Plans
Aircraft giant Boeing will start working on a fleet of flying taxis.
World’s Smallest Computer Invented By Michigan University
With this invention, the university has regained its title of making the world’s smallest computer from IBM who put together a computer measuring 1mm in March this year.
5 Altcoins You Should Consider Investing In
There are thousands of alternative coins that show stable growth and will likely be big for crypto announcements, but there are five in particular worth looking into.
Artificial Intelligence Stocks That Are Good Bets For The Future
Artificial intelligence will make its way into all sorts of technologies in the near-term and long-term future. Here are stocks that may benefit from the rush.
Ivanka Trump Visits Connecticut School, Parents Pull Kids Out Of Classes
Parents who opposed the views of President Donald Trump pulled their kids out of class when Ivanka paid a surprise visit to Norwalk Early College Academy in Connecticut.
How Much Can We Trust AI?
Blockchain technology and machine learning are reshaping the fintech landscape. The key — for us humans — is having the right expectations.
Twitter Reveals Timetable For Platform Safety Changes, Explains Why It Takes Time
Twitter releases a calendar detailing safety changes it will roll out and explains why new policies take time to launch.
Apple, GE Team Up For Industrial IoT Apps, Launching SDK This Month
Apple and General Electric announce their partnership for industrial IoT apps.
Zcash Brings Privacy Technology To JPMorgan
Now all businesses can use cryptography for private contracts.
Online Hate: Jack Dorsey Says Twitter Will Roll Out 'More Aggressive" Rules'
Twitter promises to take a stronger stance against unwanted sexual advances, hate symbols, violent groups, more.
Sonic Hack: Restaurant Confirms Malware Stole Customer Credit Cards
Sonic confirmed malware infected the restaurant's point of sale system and was used to steal customer credit card numbers, which are now being sold on the dark web.
From Light To Sound: Digital Information Storage For Photonic Circuits
Researchers from University of Sydney have created a microchip that converts data from photons into acoustics and then back to the optical domain, and it could change the way computers work.
Blockchain Insurance Collective B3i Launches Reinsurance Beta In Monte Carlo
B3i has 15 members including the likes of Aegon, Swiss Re, Allianz and Zurich Insurance Group.
Wells Fargo Scandal: Banks Tap Watson To Monitor Employee Activity
Banks and financial institutions are tapping IBM's Watson to surveil of employees in the wake of a major scandal at Wells Fargo.
Sweden Cryptocurrency Boom: Top 3 Swedish Fintech Startups To Watch
Sweden's fintech scene is booming in Stockholm.