Monthly Archives: May 2023

6 Google Bard enhancements worth exploring

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Now more widely available, Bard can not only help with programming and Google Sheets functions but also make it easy to move a response into Gmail or a Google Doc. The post 6 Google Bard enhancements worth exploring appeared first … Continue reading →

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Alibaba’s cloud spin-off may serve as a good yardstick to value other major players

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Chinese technology giant Alibaba is shaking up its corporate structure in a series of moves that will allow large pieces of its business to raise capital and potentially even go public. That may not be a bad idea, when you … Continue reading →

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Apple still has a diversity problem

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

The higher you climb up the corporate ladder at Apple, the whiter it gets. That’s according to data analyzed by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), the union that’s helping retail workers at Apple stores organize. As some Apple retail … Continue reading →

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Wagepoint Review (2023): Pricing, Features, Pros and Cons

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Wagepoint helps small Canadian businesses pay employees, remit taxes and track time at a low starting price. The post Wagepoint Review (2023): Pricing, Features, Pros and Cons appeared first on TechRepublic.

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With government backing, Ireland’s Elkstone closes first VC fund at $108M for early-stage startups

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Yet another early-stage VC fund has closed in Europe this week, as Elkstone finalized a €100 million ($108 million) pot aimed at Irish startups. It comes a day after Lifeline Ventures closed a €150 million ($163 million) fund for fledgling … Continue reading →

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TuSimple to lay off 30% of US workforce, keep China business

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

TuSimple, the once high-flying autonomous trucks company that went public in 2021, is restructuring and laying off about 30% of its U.S. workforce as it works to preserve cash and stay in business. The announcement early Thursday comes a week … Continue reading →

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6 Tech-Enabled Ways to Improve a Student’s Experience

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

From positive technological disruption to pandemic-induced shifts in environments and protocols, educational experiences for students have gone through many changes in recent years. The pandemic was a one-time event that educators and students alike have put behind them.  However, technology … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court skirts decision on rule that protects social media companies from what users post

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

In the case, Gonzalez v. Google, the court said it would “decline to address the application” of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

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Amazon’s 100 drone deliveries puts Prime Air far behind Alphabet’s Wing and Walmart partner Zipline

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Amazon’s Prime Air drones recently passed 100 deliveries, hundreds of thousands less than competitors such as Alphabet’s Wing and Walmart partner Zipline.

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Google Workspace cheat sheet: What is it & how does it work?

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Techme101

Formerly known as G Suite and Google Apps, this comprehensive guide outlines the essential features of Google Workspace for organizations. The post Google Workspace cheat sheet: What is it & how does it work? appeared first on TechRepublic.

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