Google Offers Voluntary Exit Program to Pixel, Android, and Chrome Teams
Google announces voluntary severance program for US-based employees in its Platforms & Devices team, citing need for commitment to mission and focus on building great products.
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Microsoft Denies Using Office Docs to Train AI, Amid Growing Concerns Over User Data
Microsoft clarifies it doesn't use customer data from Microsoft 365 apps to train AI models, addressing recent online reports and highlighting user concerns over data privacy.
Amazon Curtails DEI Programs, Following Meta and Microsoft's Lead
Amazon becomes the latest tech giant to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, citing a focus on programs with proven outcomes.
Amazon Winds Down DEI Programs, Citing Evolution to 'Built-in' Inclusivity
Amazon is ending some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, citing a shift towards 'built-in' and 'born inclusive' approaches, following a similar move by Meta.
Apple's Board Rejects Proposal to Abolish Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
Apple's board of directors opposes a proposal to end DEI programs, citing existing compliance measures and commitment to a culture of belonging.
Arm CEO Weighs in on Intel's Struggles, Samsung's Leadership Shuffle, and AI Advancements
Arm CEO Rene Haas shares insights on Intel's situation, Samsung's leadership changes, and AI developments, including Sam Altman's AGI prediction and Amazon's Nova AI models.
Bezos Expresses Optimism About Trump's Second Term, Offers to Help with Regulation
Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos says he's 'very optimistic' about Donald Trump's second term, citing the president's energy around reducing regulation, and offers to help.
Global App Economy Sees 15.7% Growth in Consumer Spending, Despite Decline in Downloads
The global app economy experienced a 15.7% increase in consumer spending in 2024, reaching $127 billion, despite a 2.3% decline in app downloads across both Apple App Store and Google Play.
GM Abandons Cruise's Autonomous Vehicle Mission, Shifts Focus to Personal Vehicles
General Motors ends funding for Cruise's autonomous vehicle project, absorbing the company into its efforts to develop driver assistance features and fully autonomous personal vehicles.