Employer.com scoops up another fintech in purchase of MainStreet.com

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Techme101

Employer.com has acquired MainStreet.com for an undisclosed amount, the latest fintech startup to get snapped up by the workforce management company. In a post on X, Employer.com Chairman and co-founder Jesse Tinsley said the two companies were “merging forces to simplify business back office solutions into one powerhouse platform.” Tinsley confirmed the acquisition to TechCrunch. […]

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OpenAI says non-profit will remain in control after backlash

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Techme101

The move follows a bitter power struggle over the business.

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The people refusing to use AI

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Techme101

Worried about the environment and the loss of skills, some people are resisting the rise of AI.

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Waymo ramps up robotaxi production at new Arizona factory

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Techme101

Waymo has played coy for years about exactly how many Jaguar I-Pace EVs are in its autonomous fleet — a figure that covers vehicles used in testing and commercial robotaxi operations. On Monday, the Alphabet company finally provided a peek at the commercial side of the fleet. Waymo said Monday, as part of a larger […]

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Here are the SpaceX employees who were elected to run Musk’s new company town of Starbase, Texas

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101

Elon Musk’s SpaceX prevailed in an election over the weekend to turn Starbase into a city that’s now led by employees.

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Uber and WeRide set their robotaxi sights on 15 more cities

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101

Uber and Chinese autonomous vehicle technology company WeRide plan to expand a commercial robotaxi partnership and bring the service to another 15 cities over the next five years. The expansion comes five months after the two companies launched a commercial robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi.  The companies said the expansion will include cities in Europe. Under […]

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OpenAI Backs Down on Restructuring Amid Pushback

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101

The startup behind ChatGPT is going to remain in nonprofit control, but it still needs regulatory approval.

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Hinge Health says revenue increased 50% in first quarter — still no price range for IPO

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101
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Hims & Hers gives weak outlook but says more collaborations are coming

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101

Hims & Hers shares fell in extended trading on Monday after the company reported first-quarter earnings that offered soft guidance.

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FTC bans hidden fees for live events and short-term rentals, effective May 12

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Techme101

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Monday released new documentation detailing its new “Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees.” The rule, set to take effect on May 12, prohibits hidden fees for live events, hotels, and short-term rentals. It also bans practices such as “bait-and-switch pricing” and any actions that conceal or misrepresent total prices […]

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