FBI says China’s Salt Typhoon hacked at least 200 US companies
The FBI’s cyber chief says the long-running China-backed hacking campaign is “ongoing” and affecting companies all over the world.
The Download: failed social media bans, and extending pets’ lives
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Kids are outsmarting social media bans. That’s not a problem we need to solve. —Michal Luria, Aliya Bhatia, and Danah Boyd Social media bans are stacking up. In July, France joined…
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Google and Grok are catching up to ChatGPT, says a16z’s latest AI report
The report, in its fifth iteration, showcases two and a half years of data about consumers’ evolving use of AI products.
Corporate Whole Foods Staff Will Soon Receive Employment Offers From Amazon
The compensation packages will reportedly include new titles, salaries, and benefits.
OpenAI co-founder calls for AI labs to safety test rival models
In an effort to set a new industry standard, OpenAI and Anthropic opened up their AI models for cross-lab safety testing.
Judge denies Meta’s request to dismiss sexual harassment lawsuit filed by early employee
Stonelake, who worked at Meta from 2009 until being laid off in early 2024, filed the suit against Meta in Washington state earlier this year, alleging sexual harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation.
What I Learned About Business Growth From 5 Successful Founders Who Started Small
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No More Non-Competes? What Entrepreneurs Can Do to Protect Their Business Now
The FTC’s proposed ban on most non-compete agreements, currently stalled by an injunction, shifts toward greater employee mobility, urging entrepreneurs to rely on alternative legal tools and strong workplace culture.
Chipolo, an AirTag rival, debuts rechargeable trackers with a six-month battery life
Chipolo debuts a lineup of rechargeable trackers to compete with AirTag and others.
The Boring Company is finally testing Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ in its Las Vegas tunnels
It may seem like a great place to test Tesla’s driver assistance tech, but the underground convention center shuttle program will stay human-driven for a while.
How to Consistently Exceed Customer Expectations and Build Unshakeable Trust
Delivering more than you promise builds lasting trust and sets you apart from competitors. Set realistic expectations, then consistently exceed them.