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NetEase opens game studio in Montreal as part of global expansion
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 19:35
NetEase, one of China's big internet and online game publishers, has launched a new video game studio in Montreal as part of a global expansion.
Amazon Alexa scientists boost information retrieval with novel AI training technique
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 16:15
Scientists at Amazon's Alexa division say they've developed a technique that boosts the performance of information retrieval systems.
Building The Pipeline Of Entrepreneurial Leaders Across East Africa
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 23:42
The Invest2Impact competition has launched across East Africa, starting in Nairobi. The competition will provide one hundred female entrepreneurs with a range of resources from funding to support services and raising the...
I'm trying to beat Comcast Xfinity's data cap -- even if it kills me
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 23:01
In my area, Comcast Xfinity has some fast data speeds, a 1TB data cap, and a monopoly on high-speed internet. So I'm stuck battling against the behemoth.
Ten Market Niches Entrepreneurs Can Strategically Target For Still More Growth.
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 22:37
The bigger a category grows, the more specialized niche segments it spawns. Here are ten niches that are still not done growing.
AI generates interesting story endings
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 22:10
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed an AI model that generates interesting and diverse story endings.
UNESCO explores digital tech and games for 'more peaceful and sustainable societies'
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 20:55
UNESCO is promoting social and emotional learning in children and how to use digital technologies to build more peaceful and sustainable societies.
How To Win Friends And Influence People With A Podcast
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 19:59
Making the world a better place through podcasts is a theme of Kristin Sunanta Walker's work.
11 Ways To Earn More Revenue From Your Existing Customers
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 19:15
Grow your business by taking advantage of your current customers or clients with these steps from Forbes New York Business Council experts.
Apple releases iOS 12.4 and watchOS 5.3 ahead of Apple Card launch
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 19:00
Apple's 2018 operating systems for iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch are likely seeing their final point releases ahead of major updates this fall.
As Sierra Ventures Announces 12th Fund, MD Mark Fernandes Offers A Look Inside The Firm
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 17:57
The venture capital firm, Sierra Ventures, announced its 12th fund, raising $215 million. Co-founder and managing director, Mark Fernandes, offers a look inside the firm, where it focuses in terms of technologies and ent...
Huawei reportedly helped North Korea build and support cellular network
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 17:49
The embattled Chinese company is alleged to have supplied hardware and expertise to the country for years, in violation of international sanctions.
Slack's desktop app now launches 33% faster, uses 50% less memory
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 17:00
Slack's desktop app is getting an upgrade that makes it launch 33% faster and use roughly 50% less computer memory.
Asian Americans And Leadership: A Double-Edged Sword (Pt. 2)
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 15:50
Although Asians have become the largest racial cohort in the tech industry, they are the least likely to become managers. In this interview, James Lee, COO for SAP, discusses his experiences as an Asian American professi...
Asian Americans And Leadership: A Double-Edged Sword (Pt. 1)
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 15:50
Although Asians have become the largest racial cohort in the tech industry, they are the least likely to become managers. In this interview, James Lee, COO for SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass, discusses his experiences as a...
Etsy acquires musical instrument marketplace Reverb for $275 million
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 15:45
Etsy has announced plans to acquire Reverb, a marketplace for new and used musical instruments, in a deal worth $275 million.
Shopify Has Cracked The Code On Succeeding In Ecommerce
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 15:11
The gig economy is transforming the way people work, travel and buy products. Some of the companies behind these trends are household names. Shopify is not one of those.
New Adobe XD tools let you export prototypes to Alexa-enabled devices
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 15:00
Adobe's new Adobe XD tools let designers export prototypes to Alexa-enabled devices like the Amazon Echo Dot and Lenovo Smart Display.
Microsoft invests $1 billion in OpenAI to develop AI technologies on Azure
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 15:00
OpenAI and Microsoft will partner to develop AI technologies on the latter's Azure platform, and to commercialize some of those technologies over time.
Founder Stress: An Expert's Guide
Forbes - 22 Jul 2019 15:00
Don't let the stress of running a business cloud your understanding of your self-worth.
Micro LED screens will be ready for thinner, brighter 2020 Apple Watch
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 14:55
A brighter, more energy-efficient next-generation screen technology is reportedly ready to hit Apple's wearables next year, enabling longer run times.
Equifax to pay at least $575 million settlement for 2017 data breach
Venture Beat - 22 Jul 2019 14:50
Equifax is facing a fine of at least $575 million for a mammoth 2017 data breach that impacted more than 140 million people.