Goldman Elevates CIOs to Management Committee
The committee appointments signal that Goldman is putting its technology development at the same level as its trading and investment banking businesses.
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Instagram Criticized for Deleting Posts in Iran About Soleimani Killing
Facebook, Instagram's parent company, says posts praising Soleimani were removed to comply with U.S. law. Critics say the deletions undercut free speech.
Washington State Rolls Out Privacy Bills Again
Lawmakers in Washington State are hoping they succeed at passing privacy legislation this year, after last year's efforts failed.
Away Founder to Return as Co-CEO
Away co-founder Steph Korey, who stepped aside weeks ago amid complaints about her treatment of employees, says she will return as co-CEO.
U.S. Officials to Urge U.K. to Exclude Huawei From 5G Network
The meetings are part of the Trump administration’s attempt to convince U.S. allies to exclude the Chinese technology company’s products.
U.S. to Halt Drone Program on China Tech Concerns
It would be the Trump administration's latest step to limit the use of Chinese technology in the U.S. on national security grounds.
WeWork Sells Software Firm Teem
WeWork has been trying to offload a half-dozen of its previously acquired companies. This was the second sale it completed.
Barstool Nears Sale to Casino Operator
The sale was expected as majority owner Chernin Group sought to capitalize on the growing business and hot sports betting market
Judge Orders Facebook to Respond to Critics of FTC Settlement
The order by a federal judge, who has yet to approve Facebook's $5 billion settlement with the FTC, is the latest sign of skepticism about the deal.
Casper’s IPO Filing Shows Mounting Losses
The increasing losses could raise a red flag for investors and take some of the shine off direct-to-consumer retail companies.
Russia May Be Meddling With Biden Campaign
U.S. intelligence officials are looking into whether Russia is using disinformation efforts against former VP Joe Biden, the Democratic front-runner.
Ex-Intel, Google Exec Bryant Joins Medical AI Startup
After spending 32 years at Intel, and seven months at Google Cloud, Diane Bryant's next role will be leading a medical AI startup focused on brain disorders.
Alphabet’s David Drummond to ‘Retire’
Drummond has been surrounded by controversy over recent years due to his history of relationships with fellow employees.
Takeaway in $8 Bln Merger with Just Eat as EU Food Consolidation Quickens
Consolidation offers a way forward for food delivery companies as competitive pressures ramp up.
Oyo to Lay Off 3,000 Employees in India, China
The company has laid off about 1,800 workers so far, with more to come in the next few months. It's the latest purge at a SoftBank-backed firm.
Alibaba Wins Kudos for Gay-Friendly Ad
The ad, which appeared to show a gay couple, was a rare depiction of China's LGBT community.
Grubhub Finally Speaks, Says It’s Not Selling Itself
The statement drove the stock lower, but the delay in responding to reports of a possible sale may lead to some skepticism about what it said.
Grubhub Changes Phone Ordering Amid Sale Talk
The change follows a backlash in New York City from restaurants that were sometimes forced to pay fees for calls that didn't result in food orders.
Verizon Gives Customers Choice on Internet, TV Bundles
Verizon's new TV offering gives customers a little more choice in the cable channels they pay for but it doesn't go as far as most would probably want.
Zuckerberg Predicts ‘Breakthrough’ AR Glasses This Decade
Of all the Silicon Valley titans, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is perhaps the most bullish on the promise of AR glasses replacing mobile phones.
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