When the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June, many technology companies assured employees that they would help those who needed to travel to another state to access abortion care. But at some companies, one major segment of their workforces remained shut out: gig workers. Today, a group of 25 Democratic members of… Continue reading US Lawmakers Push Tech Firms on Abortion Benefits for Gig Workers
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The Next Silicon Valley Will Be in the US Heartland
The Rise of the Rest investments you extoll certainly benefited from that exuberance—and now may suffer. Some Silicon Valley venture capitalists who were focused on rising cities might pull back. But most will realize it’s crazy that 75 percent of venture capital has gone to just three states over the last decade. In the next… Continue reading The Next Silicon Valley Will Be in the US Heartland
California Voted for Cheaper Uber Rides. It May Have Hurt Drivers
In 2020, California voters approved Proposition 22, a law that app-based companies including Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash said would improve worker conditions while keeping rides and deliveries cheap and abundant for consumers. But a report published today suggests that rideshare drivers in the state have instead seen their effective hourly wage decline compared to what… Continue reading California Voted for Cheaper Uber Rides. It May Have Hurt Drivers
The Best Car Phone Mounts and Chargers
Getting ready for a drive? Whether you use your phone for navigation, music, or podcasts—or are just bringing it along for the ride—the right accessories can make it the perfect passenger. A good car mount will keep it within easy reach and in view, so you don’t need to dangerously fumble for your handset and… Continue reading The Best Car Phone Mounts and Chargers
The Fungus That Killed Frogs—and Led to a Surge in Malaria
Though Bd swept through Central America from the 1980s to the 2000s, the analysis that demonstrated its effect on human health could be accomplished only recently, says Michael Springborn, the paper’s lead author and a professor and environmental and resource economist at UC Davis. “The data existed, but it wasn’t easily obtainable,” he says. Over… Continue reading The Fungus That Killed Frogs—and Led to a Surge in Malaria
Telegram Has a Serious Doxing Problem
Burmese influencer Han Nyein Oo rose to prominence in 2020, posting memes and gossip about Burmese celebrities on Facebook to an audience that grew to several hundred thousand people in Myanmar by early 2021. Then, after the country’s military seized power that February, he lurched rightwards, becoming a full-blooded supporter of the junta, which has… Continue reading Telegram Has a Serious Doxing Problem
How My Daughter and I Learned to Speak the Same Language
“We had to take language classes in school, and they weren’t always great experiences,” Blanco explains. “We want to show learners that no matter their age, education, background, or familiarity with the language you can build up proficiency. The experience is really important to us.” I love that the program is built for everyone, even… Continue reading How My Daughter and I Learned to Speak the Same Language
Our Favorite Xero Barefoot Shoes Are on Sale Right Now
Our favorite barefoot shoes, Xero Z-Trail sandals, are roughly half-off right now, at around $40 ($40 off)—the exact deal varies slightly by color and size. Xero’s big sale also extends to some of our other top shoes from the brand, including our favorite road running shoe, the HFS, for $60+ (up to $45 off), and… Continue reading Our Favorite Xero Barefoot Shoes Are on Sale Right Now
The Best Budget Phone Plans to Ditch the Big Carriers
There are four tiers: 4 GB for $25, 10 GB for $35, 15 GB for $45, or Unlimited for $40. The prices are the lowest if you pay for a year at a time. Mint has an offer that lowers the prices to $15, $20, $25, and $30 per month, respective to the aforementioned plans,… Continue reading The Best Budget Phone Plans to Ditch the Big Carriers
The Uber Hack’s Devastation Is Just Starting to Reveal Itself
On Thursday evening, ride-share giant Uber confirmed that it was responding to “a cybersecurity incident” and was contacting law enforcement about the breach. An entity that claims to be an individual 18-year-old hacker took responsibility for the attack, bragging to multiple security researchers about the steps they took to breach the company. The attacker reportedly… Continue reading The Uber Hack’s Devastation Is Just Starting to Reveal Itself