Move over Siri, here comes Facebook's personal concierge M
It's a virtual digital assistant like no other. Facebook's M teams up AI and man, providing not just links to the Internet but also actual customer service. The digital helper launched a few days ago in the California Bay area and will make a global rollout soon.
Aug 31, 2015 12:23 AM EDT
Consumer Group calls for more transparency in product labels, more than what barcodes provide
Barcodes may soon be gone in store products as shoppers and owners look for more information on the products. Experts suggest that there should be new global standards when it comes to products and labels information.
Tech companies are next targets for overtime pay cases - Oakland Labor Lawyer
Lawyer Bryan Schwartz recently won a settlement from the Bank of America worth $36 million for failing to pay employees the proper overtime rates. Schwartz said overtime cases will hit tech industries next.
China's shrinking demand for copper costs US jobs
China’s demand for copper is fizzling and U.S. mining workers are losing their jobs over it. Copper is used for electronic products, cars, wiring, building construction, and plumbing.
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September 9 Apple Event may bring out a revamped Apple TV and the iPhone 6S
Apple announces its traditional iPhone launch on September 9, rumored to launch new iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus, and possible Apple TV.
Aug 31, 2015 12:01 AM EDT
Donald Trump still undecided to sign South Carolina's Republican Party pledge
Presidential billionaire candidate Donald Trump is yet to decide whether to sign the South Carolina Republican Party pledge, but the SC insists on it. Seems that Trump will gain votes as he had presented policy proposals to revive America.
Aug 30, 2015 11:58 PM EDT
Wall Street clocks biggest 2-session surge since 2008 crisis
The rebound on Wall Street has wiped out half of the losses it suffered during the worst crash ever since 2008 crisis. The market recovery on Wednesday and Thursday helped Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq post gains of over six percent.
Aug 30, 2015 11:55 PM EDT
Commerce Sciences lands $4M to make website personalization for small-to-mid-sized businesses easier
Commerce Sciences raised $4 million investment funds to improve its site personalization service for small-to-mid-sized businesses. They are considered Robin Hoods of the small online entrepreneurs.
Aug 30, 2015 11:50 PM EDT
Is it the end of contract employment? Controversial NLRB Ruling makes companies responsible for violations made by contractors
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) made the biggest decision giving a ruling Thursday that companies can be liable for the labor violations done by their contractors and franchisees, which may end contract employment.
Aug 30, 2015 11:46 PM EDT
YouTube Gaming launched; Brings gaming, commentary, and live-streaming to the next level
Google launched the new YouTube Gaming site, which focuses on gaming, game play, commentary, and even live streaming.
Aug 30, 2015 11:41 PM EDT
Donald Trump favors higher tax rate on rich, hedge funds
Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump favored high taxes on rich and hedge funds. While asuring lower tax for middle class and other working people, Trump said he would stop corporate inversion that's costing Amercia trillions of dollars.a
Aug 30, 2015 11:38 PM EDT
Twitter launches Music on Vine for iOS and Android to help you discover and create music
Twitter announced that Vines is bringing music closer to its users with its new features, allowing them to find and create their own music easier.
Aug 28, 2015 8:07 AM EDT
McDonald's terminated supplier's contract due to animal cruelty
A chicken farm supplier's contract with McDonald's was put to an end after accusations had been proven of the farm's cruelty treatment to the birds. Such animal abuse by the workers was recorded in a footage by a Mercy for Animals investigator.
Aug 28, 2015 8:05 AM EDT
When Is the Right Time to Transfer Balances to a New Credit Card?
More and more people are enjoying purchases using their credit cards and not all aware of the consequences especially if they skipped payment. Likewise when they turn to a new credit card issuer and transfer their balance.
Aug 28, 2015 8:04 AM EDT
Decline in revenues forces Caterpillar Inc to cut 475 jobs further
Caterpillar Inc has decided to further reduce its employess by 475 following decline in revenues. The sluggishness in global construction and mining sectors is impacting the heavy machinery manufacturer's performance.
Aug 28, 2015 8:02 AM EDT
Intel invested $60M to develop drones with Yuneec International
Intel, the semiconductor company invested $60M to China-based drone manufacturer, Yuneec International. The partnership aims to revolutionize the industry by using UAV to provide services.
Aug 28, 2015 7:59 AM EDT
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