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It’s been a busy and productive year here at MIT Technology Review. We published magazine issues on power, creativity, innovation, bodies, relationships, and security. We hosted 14 exclusive virtual conversations with our editors and outside experts in our subscriber-only series, Roundtables, and held two events on MIT’s campus. And we published hundreds of articles online,…
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X updates its terms, files countersuit to lay claim to the ‘Twitter’ trademark after newcomer’s challenge
X’s new terms of service say that no one can use the Twitter name, trademarks, logos and more without written consent.
X updates its terms to lay claim to the ‘Twitter’ trademark after newcomer’s challenge
X’s new terms of service say that no one can use the Twitter name, trademarks, logos and more without written consent.
Study shows Instacart may be charging some shoppers 20% more for the same product
The delivery app has claimed that price testing is part of a longstanding practice in retail sales.
Why Google Co-Founder Sergey Brin Says His Early Retirement Was ‘the Worst Decision’
Google co-founder Sergey Brin tried to retire in 2019, but quickly decided that it was the wrong move.
Blockchain Payments Are Booming — But This Major Obstacle Is Preventing Real Growth
With stablecoin use projected to reach up to $3 trillion USD by 2030, unified standards aren’t optional; they’re essential for scaling blockchain payments globally.
Slate crosses 150,000 reservations despite waning EV truck enthusiasm
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People are earning big with side hustles, and you can, too.