Amid losses, Twitter confirms that 9 percent of its workforce will be let go
Following its highly anticipated third-quarter earnings release, Twitter announced extensive job cuts this week.
HTC Vive and HTC 10 help trim company’s third-quarter losses
HTC remains optimistic despite its continued quarterly losses, though they are dwindling thanks to the HTC Vive and 10.
11-year-old entrepreneur starts online rummage sales to help fund schools
When 11-year-old Belle Pan saw other kids her age working on a presentation at Startup Weekend event, she quickly pitched her own idea for iRummage.
Robots are most likely to take the jobs of those who least expect it
In cruel irony, those most in jeopardy of losing their jobs to robots are in the greatest denial it will happen.
AT&T buys Time Warner for $85 billion
Telecommunications giant AT&T has agreed to buy Time Warner for $85 billion. The purchase will provide an instant menu of television channels and films.
Uber hunts for more business in Mexico with Uber-branded debit card
Bank cards don't always allow use for online payments in Mexico. Uber has partnered with Bankaool for its own Mastercard debit card.
Airbnb files federal lawsuit after passage of prohibitive New York bill
With the law's passage, owners can be fined $1,000 for their first violation, $5,000 for their second, and $7,500 for the third and future violations.
Walmart invests $50 million in Chinese online grocery and delivery company
To compete with Amazon, Walmart is investing $50 million in Chinese online grocery and delivery company New Dada, the retail giant announced Friday.
Nissan completes acquisition of 34-percent stake in Mitsubishi
Nissan completed its acquisition of a 34-percent stake in Mitsubishi, formally incorporating the carmaker into its alliance with Renault.
Peek inside the former coal power plant Apple is preparing to call home in London
Apple has chosen a new location for its London HQ -- the Battersea Power Station. The historic landmark will house offices, restaurants, and more.
An online shopping retailer has been sold for $3.3 billion, and no, it’s not Jet.com
Naspers is selling Allegro, the Polish eBay rival, to Permira consortium for $3.3 billion, after Walmart purchased Jet for the same price tag in August.
Yahoo’s data breach has Verizon feeling buyer’s remorse, may withdraw acquisition
Yahoo disclosed it discovered a data breach from 2014 that affected 500 million accounts. Verizon thinks that could affect its deal to acquire it.
Are you a Lyft or Uber user? Chances are you're both, new study finds
A new report from consumer insights firm 7Park Data examines how the competition is heating up between Lyft and Uber.
FCC slaps Comcast with $2.3 million fine, its biggest ever for a cable company
Comcast has been hit with the biggest cable fine the FCC ever issued, this time over cramming, or charging customers for equipment they weren't aware of.
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are helping retail stores regain relevance
Sixty years after the opening of the first shopping mall, retailers are turning to mixed commerce, combining smaller physical spaces with 3D technology.
More warehouses, faster delivery keys to Walmart's plan to overtake Amazon
Make no mistake, Walmart has its sights set on building online sales and be one of if not the largest web-based retailer.
Koru’s Millennial test seeks out the right candidate for job opportunities
Koru studies employers to determine the unique factors important to employee success and then matches candidates to the same factors.
Federal court reinstates Apple’s $120 million patent win over Samsung
A U.S. federal court has ruled to reinstate a $120 million Apple win over Samsung over patents related to Apple's 'slide-to-unlock' feature, among others.
For Alphabet companies that aren't Google the free-wheeling days are over
It's been a year since Google formed Alphabet as a holding company to separate and organize its various projects and businesses. For some life got tougher.
New York City rideshare company Juno reserves company stock for drivers
New York City rideshare company Juno offers shares in the company as a way to recruit and keep drivers. Juno also takes a low 10-percent commission.
Wall Street rumor: Is Disney interested in bringing Netflix into the fold?
A Wall Street rumor has the House of Mouse interested in purchasing internet streaming video giant Netflix.
Report examines Blue Apron’s alleged less-than-savory working conditions
Buzzfeed found that in over three years of operation in Blue Apron's facility, "the Richmond Police Department has received calls twice because of weapons."
Apple loses its patent battle against VirnetX, faces over $300 million in damages
According to VirnetX, its security technology is being used by Apple in applications like FaceTime without proper permissions.
Google’s Indonesian office was just raided after the firm refused a tax audit
Google's Jakarta office has been raided by Indonesian authorities after a warning was issued when the company refused a tax audit.
Salesforce wants regulators to investigate Microsoft’s LinkedIn acquisition
Just months after Microsoft Corporation’s $26 billion LinkedIn takeover, Salseforce is insisting that U.S. and EU regulators investigate the acquisition.
Millennials will change commercial banks, though they’d prefer a dental visit
Commercial banks have an opportunity, and need, to impress Millennials. A new study shows most Millennial business-decision makers willing to switch banks.
Google’s home delivery service is expanding to 13 more states on the East Coast
Google announced it is expanding the Google Express home delivery service to be available in a dozen more states.
Watch out Apple! Xiaomi reveals plans to open 1,000 retail stores by 2020
Apple may have some retail competition on its hands. Xiaomi has announced plans to open 1,000 retail stores by 2020.
Report: Jawbone is nearly out of fitness tracker inventory, can’t pay its partners
Jawbone is struggling to pay the bills -- according to recent reports the company has failed to pay some of its key partners and has nothing left to sell.
ULA points to SpaceX’s recent launch woes as the reason why it should win contract
What do you do when youre aiming for a big-time government contract? Point out your competitor's flaws, which is what United Launch Alliance has done.
Nowhere to drive? Uber tells its drivers to relax and learn during downtime
Uber suggests drivers take walks, listen to music, and browse libraries during breaks between trips. The emphasis is on relaxation and education.
Being an Uber driver is the perfect job for college students … says Uber
Uber is recruiting college students. According to the company working as an Uber driver is perfect for college students because of scheduling flexibility.
Reports: Apple hit with $118 million fine for underreporting income in Japan
Apple is finding more trouble when it comes to taxes -- the company has been slapped with a $118 million fine for underreporting its income in Japan.