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Amazon employees defends tribe from 'Purposeful Darwinism' culture story

While Amazon's boss Jeff Bezos ruled out the investigation report from The New York Times saying it doesn't describe the Amazon he knows, a majority of employees defended the company in various online forum. The fast growing online retailer Amazon has been receiving flak from some employees and has recently become the center of discussion in the media as its punishing work culture was put on the spotlight.

Aug 19, 2015 10:38 PM EDT

Google brings Android One to Africa

Google's Android One initiative will now be coming to Africa. Android One is an initiative started by the search engine giant, Google, as a way to help bring inexpensive yet still useful smartphones to developing countries.

Aug 19, 2015 4:48 AM EDT

Bitten by the travel bug? There's an app for that!

Here is a collection of some of the most essential apps for today's average frequent flyer. Survive the hassle of travel by arming your phone with these apps.

Aug 19, 2015 4:43 AM EDT

Toshiba wants new blood to lead its board; Interim president stays

Japanese major Toshiba Corp has reshuffled its board by inducting more outside directors, while retaining interim President on permanent basis. Toshiba has conveyed an extraordinary shareholders' meeting to seek approval for the board restructuring.

Aug 19, 2015 4:33 AM EDT

BuzzFeed enters TV and film with the NBCUniversal deal

BuzzFeed CEO Jonah Peretti was overwhelmed that NBUniversal agreed to fund $200M for the online publication to expand on movies and TV. Along with that, the website also teamed up with Yahoo! Japan, Facebook, Apple and Snapchat to broaden its reach.

Aug 19, 2015 4:28 AM EDT

US drone flights to increase by 50% over next four years

The US military is boosting its capability to deal with growing global security threats by increasing the number of its drone flights. The expansion, which comes with increased capacity for lethal strikes, will unfold over the next four years.

Aug 19, 2015 4:19 AM EDT

Starbucks to serve alcohol at 70 locations; Booze business will be in 2,000 locations within 5 years

Starbucks will now include alcohol in its menu in 70 of its locations nationwide. The coffee company will add booze in its menu in places such as New York, Miami, Denver, northern California, and Orlando.

Aug 19, 2015 2:43 AM EDT

Apple rebrands iTunes Festival to Apple Music Festival; Featuring Pharrell, One Direction, and more

Apple rebrands its iTunes Festival to Apple Music Festival, which is a move to promote its latest music streaming venture.

Aug 19, 2015 2:02 AM EDT

More IPOs from technology-driven healthcare to hit Wall St

The affordable digital healthcare solutions supported by the US government are expected to result in more activity in the industry. This will witness more IPOs hitting the Wall Street, according to industry analysts.

Aug 19, 2015 1:59 AM EDT

Tianjin blasts estimated to $1.5 billion in insurance claims

Due to a chain reaction of explosion, China has now an estimated of $1.5 billion of insurance claims from individuals and different business sectors. The blast that killed hundreds, injured many and left other missing created great damage to the many establishments surrounding the area and polluted the air with toxic substances.

Aug 19, 2015 1:56 AM EDT

IRS releases additional statement on illegal access to taxpayer accounts

IRS repeatedly assures public that they're doing their best to protect the information on the 330,000 hacked taxpayers' account impressing the importance on the safety of taxpayers' information to them.

Aug 19, 2015 1:21 AM EDT

Project Sunroof: Google uses maps and weather history to help owners calculate solar power consumption

Carl Elkin introduces the Google Project Sunroof, it's a solar panel roof designed to help homeowners consume energy. The team uses maps and weather history to determine the amount of sunlight and how much people would consume.

Aug 19, 2015 1:13 AM EDT

Claren Road Investors want their money back; Prepares to pull out $2B from the hedge fund

Investors are ready to pull half of their money out of Claren Road Asset Management thinking that the company has come to the end of the road. This is another blow for the Carlyle Group LP’s firm.

Aug 19, 2015 1:09 AM EDT

Euro nations take a vote on Greece bailout ahead of crucial meetings

Many European nations are holding crucial meetings on the third round of bailout package to Greek. The Eurozone is divided over euro 86B package to the ailing Greece economy. A clear picture is likely to emerge after Wednesday.

Aug 19, 2015 1:05 AM EDT

Feds give Shell go signal to drill for oil in Arctic Ocean off Alaska

US federal government gives two thumbs up for Royal Dutch Shell to start drilling in the Arctic Ocean this summer.

Aug 19, 2015 12:57 AM EDT

Citigroup pays $180M over collapsed hedge funds, More than seven years after the financial crisis

Citigroup has agreed to pay almost $180 million to investors to settle allegations of making false representations on hedge funds that collapsed during the financial crisis.

Aug 18, 2015 11:42 PM EDT

Bored with problem sets? Why not solve real people's problems - and make money out of it

Why choosing to become an entrepreneur even while in college can work out to be a net positive. Here's a roundup of the benefits of starting an entrepreneurial life while in college.

Aug 18, 2015 10:57 PM EDT

IRS reveals cyberattacks on tax returns more extensive than previously reported

The IRS revealed Monday that hackers gained access to 330,000 accounts and tried to penetrate 280,000 other accounts. These numbers are twice as much as what was earlier reported in May.

Aug 18, 2015 10:49 PM EDT

FCC denies $3.3B subsidy claim of Dish Network

The Federal Communications Commission prohibits Dish Network Corp. from availing the $3.3 billion credit to get more airwaves through spectrum.

Aug 18, 2015 10:42 PM EDT

How to Create Loyal Customers in 5 Easy Ways

Running a business is difficult. It is even more difficult to create loyal customers. To keep them coming back, know what they want and what they need. Acknowledge their complaints and concerns and resolve it in a timely manner. Excellent customer service should be provided.

Aug 18, 2015 9:19 AM EDT

Things Your Lawyers Won't Reveal To You about Bankruptcy Filing

Bankruptcy filing has its advantages and disadvantages. Before doing so, make sure you are making the right decision and talk to your lawyers if filing bankruptcy is the best thing to do to save your business and assets.

Aug 18, 2015 9:13 AM EDT

What has schooling got to do with retail? India's top e-retailers are running free 'universities'

Free “universities” are becoming a fast growing trend among India’s top online retailers with millions of merchants in the country selling their products online.

Aug 18, 2015 9:10 AM EDT

XYZ to host Google's Alphabet, Inc. but owner says the domain is not for sale

The 29-year-old owner of .xyz domain, Daniel Negari, was overwhelmed when he found out that Google will use xyz for its umbrella company, Alphabet Inc. But he told the reports it is not currently for sale.

Aug 18, 2015 7:39 AM EDT

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos: Amazon is not a jungle

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon CEO counters the recent report appeared on the New York Times that Amazon is carrying out cruel practices to its employees.

Aug 18, 2015 7:36 AM EDT

Mixed news regarding the economy ultimately leads to rising U.S. stocks

Two market forces acting on opposite ends of the economy ultimately lead to rising U.S. stocks. The rate of manufacturing slowing down within the state has plunged to near historic levels while the world was caught by surprise as China's yuan was devalued last week.

Aug 18, 2015 7:32 AM EDT

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