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Tech News

What is Airchat and why is everyone fawning over it?

Airchat, an app built around sharing voice notes to connect in the name of authenticity, but how is it different from the Clubhouses past?

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Business Marketing

This case against Starbucks reminds us to brush up on ADA compliance

When you run your own business, there are obvious ADA compliance violations, and some less so - here's a good reason to brush up.

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Business News

Powersport shop settles sex discrimination lawsuit for $75k

A notoriously masculine dominated industry, this powersport shop is facing a hefty settlement for unjust sex discrimination in the office.

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Business Entrepreneur

The life lessons I learned from leaving the entrepreneurial life

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Business Marketing

The intersection between Experience Design & Marketing
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How to stand out against the competition in today’s job market
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‘Quiet quitting’ is a nefarious phrase describing normal boundaries
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How a $36 customer service move won long-term loyalty

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Why facial recognition technology shouldn’t be trusted

Facial recognition as a security measure that is fairly dystopian concept to the modern man. Here's why it's not a reliable source.

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Malvertising scams: staying safe browsing Google advertisements

The most popular search engine continues to struggle with scammy advertisements - here's what you need to know to stay safe from malvertising.

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How underground criminals use deepfake attacks & stolen identities

Deepfake attacks and stolen identities are increasing in number on a daily basis, and underground groups are using them as well.

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Tech News

How language processing could help Alexa get to know you better

One thing Alexa has been missing is conversation context - and now Amazon hopes this that new technology will help it evolve further.

April 8, 2024

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Business Marketing

Can you manage a digital PR strategy on your own?

Having a digital PR strategy is crucial in the age of social media, and many suggest getting outside help - can you do it...

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Business Marketing

Is a resume by ChatGPT worth charging for, or too good to be true?
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Business Marketing

Did you know influencer marketing is actually centuries old?
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Business Marketing

Mortuary workers denied overtime pay despite working the hours
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BBQ joint to pay $56,000 for EEOC sexual harassment lawsuit

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Keeping your promise on shipping times is key as a small business

As a small business, it's imperative that customer satisfaction be a main priority. One way to do this is keep your word on shipping...

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Musk University is coming to Austin, faces competition

Elon Musk has brought forward his plans to build up his school and Musk University, but faces unexpected competition from other universities.

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Prevailing over imposter syndrome as a young entrepreneur

Entering the entrepreneurial space early often leads to rising feelings of imposter syndrome - here's how you can get ahead of it.

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How to Work Through Conflicts in a Family Business

Creating a family business comes with a lot of positives, as well as a lot of challenges. Here's how to handle those conflicts as...

April 8, 2024

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Business Marketing

Study: How do we feel about paying for our social media?

With Snapchat being among the latest to offer a paid option, the question has arose: who's willing to pay for their social media and...

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Meet Chatwise, the social media app that gives its creators equity
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Reddit user? Here’s a Tweetdeck-esque browser app for you
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Social Media

Meta Oversight Board calls for less ambiguous nudity guidelines
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Loophole allowed anyone to bypass Facebook 2FA, Meta confirms

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OSHA cites FL contractor for heat-related death of 26-yo worker

As the summer rolls around again, employers should stand to be prepared to protect their employees from heat to avoid tragedies.

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Auto company agrees to pay $325k to cancer patient they fired

This auto company fired an employee diagnosed with cancer and cited their age, violating the ADA, and now they're paying up.

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Why English majors are the future of the AI revolution

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Opinion Editorials

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How to keep the momentum when your business is growing

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