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The Sharing Economy: Who Really Benefits?

Businesses like Uber and Airbnb use individuals as their product, but companies like these may ultimately be hurting the economy by circumventing established regulations and the safety of their customers.

Dec 18, 2015 4:07 AM EST

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The Pacemaker DJ App: Now Even Easier to Make a Great Mix

The Pacemaker DJ has released its latest update to allow users more freedom and ease to transition between songs and create any mix they want.

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Saudi Arabia Has First Election with Female Voters and Female Council Seat Winners

Saudi Arabia completed its first election earlier this week with women able to vote and compete for local council seats. 20 women were elected.

The All New 2016 Lamborghini Huracan: Specially Made for Drifting

Lamborghini unveiled its all new Huracan LP 580-2 which is a real wheel drive version of its popular Huracan supercar. This model is said to be an exclusive creation for drifter boys.

IBM Watson to Use Artificial Intelligence to Render Customer Service

IBM's Watson is going to transform customer service, the customer experience, and hospitality. Powered by IBM's Watson, Ivy from Go Moment is an artificial intelligence-driven system capable of handling, in real time, some 90% of the requests that come in from guests on property, without requiring a lick of human intervention. Ivy uses this Watson engine to decipher and fulfill a wide variety of requests from hotel guests in real time.

Dec 18, 2015 3:48 AM EST

Licensed Drivers Required for Self-Drivings Cars in California

California, the largest car market in the United States, rules for self-driving cars, on Wednesday requiring a licensed driver inside the vehicle in case of failure in a plan that stresses safety. The regulations by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) are intended to help nurture the State's nascent but fast-growing autonomous vehicle technology industry while allowing traditional car companies and new entrants like Alphabet Inc and Apple Inc to safely deploy their self-driving cars already in development.

Dec 18, 2015 3:43 AM EST

Dot One made it possible to wear your DNA as a scarf

Dot One is the company owned by Iona Inglesby, which is selling a scarf with a print of an individual genetic code. The process involves the person to swab the inside of the cheek to provide DNA sample. Inglesby says that this product has enabled them to highlight the science behind the genetics.

Dec 17, 2015 10:36 PM EST

California set out policies for Google's driverless cars

Google is working hard to bring driverless cars on roads as soon as possible. But California has announced a new set of regulations, which includes the presence of licensed driver on the front seat and special certification. The technology Roll-out is expected to get delayed till 2017 at least.

Dec 17, 2015 10:27 PM EST

Facebook, Google and Twitter Agrees to remove hate speech in Germany

Recent attacks on Syria have caused more than 1 million influx of refugees in Germany, leading to hateful comments on social media. However, Facebook, Google and Twitter have approved the request to erase all the racist comments on their platforms within 24 hours. Due to Germany's Nazi past, the country does not tolerate racist hate speech.

Dec 17, 2015 10:14 PM EST

After the Outbreak, Chipotle Struggles To Find Alternative Food Peparation Method

After a devastating series of food poisoning in its restaurants nationwide in 2015, Chipotle has to change their food preparation practice.

Dec 17, 2015 9:54 PM EST

The Aftermath of China Smog Red Alert

For the first time in since adopting the four-tier emergency response program for air pollution, last week Beijing issued red alert for smog as the air pollution in China get worse.

Dec 17, 2015 9:51 PM EST

Orders from Obama Administration: The Colorado Marijuana Lawsuit Rejected by the Supreme Court

Obama administration supports Colorado and asks Supreme Court to reject the neighboring state pleas. The marijuana legalization is supported by the Obama administration in this case.

Dec 17, 2015 9:43 PM EST

Deutsche Wohnen CEO warns Vonovia $10.9 Billion hostile Bid to Fail

Deutsche Wohnen warned its shareholders that the Vonovia SE $10.9 billion hostile takeover on the company will fail.

Dec 17, 2015 9:04 PM EST

China's Oukitel to Launch smartphone with a battery life of 10 - 15 days

Chinese phone manufacturer Oukitel will launch its K10,000 phone That has a 10,000 mAh battery capable of lasting up to 15 days on a full charge.

Dec 17, 2015 9:02 PM EST

Amazon pulls out hoverboards, questions safety, after fire-related incidents

After a series of hoverboard fire incidents made it to the headlines, Amazon is pulling out the device from its store and is questioning its standards.

Dec 17, 2015 9:01 PM EST

U.S. bombing on ISIS oil facilities finally taking toll

US-led bombing on ISIS oil facilities is finally taking effect, bringing the terrorist group’s $500 million a year income from this business down to only a fraction.

Dec 17, 2015 8:12 PM EST