FedNow is finally live in the US
The United States government’s long-awaited instant payment system for transferring money, FedNow Service, is finally live.
FedNow is finally live in the US
The U.S. government’s instant payment system, FedNow Service went live this week. Here’s a quick refresher on what that is: FedNow is an instant payment infrastructure for transferring money that promises to be a faster payment rail for financial institutions, offering immediate access to funds no matter the day or time. As you know, this \[…\]
AMC scraps plan to charge more for better seats
AMC Theaters is dropping plans to charge more for preferred seats and less for front row ones through a tiered pricing system.
AMC scraps plan to charge more for better seats
AMC Theaters has announced that it’s dropping plans to charge more for preferred seats and less for front row ones through a tiered pricing system. The plan, called “Sightline,” was being tested in three U.S. markets since March. The company says it saw “little or no increase in patronage of front row seating, despite a \[…\]
"Glorbo" isn't real, but a news-writing AI model didn't know it—and then it wrote about itself.
Redditors prank AI-powered news mill with “Glorbo” in World of Warcraft
"Glorbo" isn't real, but a news-writing AI model didn't know it—and then it wrote about itself.
Save the Planet, Put Down that Hamburger
Save the Planet, Put Down that Hamburger
Researchers examined the diets of 55,500 people and found that vegans are responsible for 75 percent fewer greenhouse gases than meat-eaters.
Tesla’s margins remind us that it’s an automaker, not a tech company
Tesla's stock price took a hit after it reported decreased Q2 margins and problems that are unique to automakers, not tech companies.
Tesla’s margins remind us that it’s an automaker, not a tech company
Tesla's stock price took a hit after it reported decreased Q2 margins and problems that are unique to automakers, not tech companies.
TechCrunch+ Roundup: Generative AI marketing, European edtech report, falling fintech valuations
There’s a lot of performative behavior in startup land, such as foosball tables in reception areas and kitchens with kombucha taps.
TechCrunch+ Roundup: Generative AI marketing, European edtech report, falling fintech valuations
There’s a lot of performative behavior in startup land, such as foosball tables in reception areas and kitchens with kombucha taps.
OpenAI's head of trust and safety is stepping down
OpenAI’s head of trust and safety announced on Thursday plans to step down from the job.
OpenAI's head of trust and safety is stepping down
OpenAI's head of trust and safety announced on Thursday plans to step down from the job.
Lana Del Rey spotted serving customers a Waffle House in Alabama
Lana Del Rey is serving up waffles.
Lana Del Rey spotted serving customers a Waffle House in Alabama
Lana Del Rey is serving up waffles.
Department of Transportation investigating lengthy Delta Air Lines delay in triple-digit temperatures
Federal officials are investigating a Delta Air Lines flight that taxied around the Las Vegas airport for nearly 90 minutes on Monday in triple-digit temperatures, causing at least one person to need medical treatment.
Department of Transportation investigating lengthy Delta Air Lines delay in triple-digit temperatures
Federal officials are investigating a Delta Air Lines flight that taxied around the Las Vegas airport for nearly 90 minutes on Monday in triple-digit temperatures, causing at least one person to need medical treatment.
Justice Department planning legal action against Texas over floating border barrier
The Justice Department told Texas Thursday that it intends to file legal action against the placement of floating barriers in the Rio Grande as part of the state’s operation along the Texas-Mexico border, according to sources familiar and a letter obtained by CNN.
Justice Department planning legal action against Texas over floating border barrier
The Justice Department told Texas Thursday that it intends to file legal action against the placement of floating barriers in the Rio Grande as part of the state's operation along the Texas-Mexico border, according to sources familiar and a letter obtained by CNN.
Michael Cohen reaches settlement with Trump Organization in dispute over unpaid legal bills
Michael Cohen reached a settlement with the Trump Organization in a dispute over nearly $1 million in unpaid legal bills, averting a civil trial set for Monday.
Michael Cohen reaches settlement with Trump Organization in dispute over unpaid legal bills
Michael Cohen reached a settlement with the Trump Organization in a dispute over nearly $1 million in unpaid legal bills, averting a civil trial set for Monday.
New Jersey sues over New York City's congestion pricing plan
New Jersey is suing to stop New York City’s landmark congestion price plan to charge drivers entering downtown Manhattan.
New Jersey sues over New York City's congestion pricing plan
New Jersey is suing to stop New York City's landmark congestion price plan to charge drivers entering downtown Manhattan.
Democratic worries bubble up over Cornel West's Green Party run as Biden campaign takes hands-off approach
Cornel West’s candidacy on the Green Party line confuses some of his longtime political allies and friends – while also alarming top Democrats and Black leaders as a potential ticking time bomb for President Joe Biden in next year’s election.
Democratic worries bubble up over Cornel West's Green Party run as Biden campaign takes hands-off approach
Cornel West's candidacy on the Green Party line confuses some of his longtime political allies and friends -- while also alarming top Democrats and Black leaders as a potential ticking time bomb for President Joe Biden in next year's election.
Florida group files federal lawsuit against DeSantis and other state officials over voting rights of prior felons
The Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, a voting rights group, and several Florida citizens this week filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials, alleging they created “a bureaucratic system around the implementation of Amendment 4,” preventing Florida citizens wi...
Florida group files federal lawsuit against DeSantis and other state officials over voting rights of prior felons
The Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, a voting rights group, and several Florida citizens this week filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials, alleging they created "a bureaucratic system around the implementation of Amendment 4," preventing Florida citizens with prior felony convictions from voting.
Amsterdam to Bar Cruise Ships From Central Terminal
Amsterdam to Bar Cruise Ships From Central Terminal
The Dutch capital will stop cruise ships from docking in the city center as part of a campaign to curb pollution and reduce the flow of tourists.
Amazon is building a $120M facility in Florida for Project Kuiper satellite processing
Amazon will spend $120 million on a new satellite processing facility at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center ahead of first launches next year.
Amazon is building a $120M facility in Florida for Project Kuiper satellite processing
Amazon will spend $120 million on a new satellite processing facility at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC), as the company gears up to launch the first batch of Project Kuiper prototype satellites in 2024\. Construction is already underway on the new facility, the company said Friday. It will be strategically located near the launch operators \[…\]
Cirque du Soleil Hopes to Expand Audience by Luring Gen Z
Cirque du Soleil Hopes to Expand Audience by Luring Gen Z
Cirque du Soleil is hoping that it can expand its audience, perhaps with perfume that smells like a trapeze artist or a couch that embodies the spirit of clowning.
Astranis moves to Plan B after first commercial internet satellite malfunctions on orbit
Astranis' first commercial internet satellite will be unable to provide continuous coverage to Alaska due to a technical issue.
Astranis moves to Plan B after first commercial internet satellite malfunctions on orbit
Space-based internet startup Astranis said Friday that its first commercial internet satellite will be unable to provide continuous coverage to Alaska due to a malfunction with both spacecraft’s solar panels. The San Francisco-based company launched the dedicated internet satellite for Alaska, called Arcturus, on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy at the beginning of May. Shortly after, \[…\]
Red Hat saved IBM’s bacon this quarter
IBM reported earnings this week, which weren't exactly stellar, but without Red Hat's revenue, it could have been far worse.
Red Hat saved IBM’s bacon this quarter
IBM reported earnings this week, which weren't exactly stellar, but without Red Hat's revenue, it could have been far worse.
The makers of Camera+ releases Photon, a new image capture app for pros
Makers of the popular iPhone app Camera+ have launched a new iOS app called Photon for pro image shooting.
The makers of Camera+ releases Photon, a new image capture app for pros
The developers of the popular iPhone app Camera+, LateNiteSoft, have launched a new iOS app called Photon. This new app is focused on pro image shooting. The developers are banking on the app’s simple interface and multi-format support to attract users. The app will let you shoot in auto mode from the get-go, but it \[…\]
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