In a major setback for app-based gig economy companies like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash, a Massachusetts court ruled on Tuesday to throw out a proposed ballot measure that would, if passed, define gig workers as independent contractors rather than employees. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court’s unanimous decision found that the ballot initiative violated state law… Continue reading Massachusetts court rejects ballot to define gig workers as contractors
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Elon Musk says that Lucid and Rivian are tracking toward bankruptcy
Elon Musk says that electric vehicle startups Lucid and Rivian are tracking toward bankruptcy unless something changes. During an interview with the Tesla Silicon Valley Owners Club, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that both Lucid Motors and Rivian, two US-based electric vehicle startups, are trending toward bankruptcy. The CEO said: Unless something changes significantly with… Continue reading Elon Musk says that Lucid and Rivian are tracking toward bankruptcy
Here’s why Bloomberg thinks Volkswagen’s EV sales will overtake Tesla’s by 2024
According to a comprehensive report published this morning by research firm Bloomberg Intelligence, Tesla will hold its global crown for EV sales for the next 18 months but will then be usurped by Volkswagen electric vehicles. The full BEV outlook report predicts that many legacy automakers will lag in sales through 2025, but Volkswagen is… Continue reading Here’s why Bloomberg thinks Volkswagen’s EV sales will overtake Tesla’s by 2024
Meta’s Giphy acquisition will likely stay blocked after UK appeals court ruling
In a judgment on Tuesday, an appeals tribunal in the United Kingdom largely upheld a previous ruling ordering Meta (parent company to Facebook) to unwind its acquisition of Giphy, as first reported by the Financial Times. The judgment comes more than six months after the initial ruling by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)… Continue reading Meta’s Giphy acquisition will likely stay blocked after UK appeals court ruling
Lime is testing out a new shared electric motorbike in California
You’ve got to hand it to Lime — they really lean into the whole fruit thing. Case in point: the shared scooter company is trialing a new electric motorbike in Long Beach, California, called, wait for it, the Citra. It’s the latest lightweight electric vehicle to join the company’s fleet, which has been diversifying beyond… Continue reading Lime is testing out a new shared electric motorbike in California
Make Quick Work of Cleaning Up With These Dish Racks
Your dish rack only has one job, but this underrated kitchen accessory is completely necessary. A good dish rack will have enough space to hold several plates, bowls, glasses, and utensils without taking up too much of your counter space. We’ve scoped the internet to find the best dish racks that can accommodate any situation.… Continue reading Make Quick Work of Cleaning Up With These Dish Racks
Elon Musk: “Starship Will Be Ready to Fly Next Month”
Is it finally happening? Next Month According to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, “Starship will be ready to fly next month,” an exciting new update after years of delays and governmental red tape. “I was in the high bay and mega bay late last night reviewing progress,” he added. The inaugural space launch of the massive… Continue reading Elon Musk: “Starship Will Be Ready to Fly Next Month”
Transcript of Conversation With “Sentient” AI Was Heavily Edited
AI researcher Blake Lemoine claims to have had conversations with an advanced AI-powered chatbot — which led him to believe the AI has become “sentient.” Lemoine was suspended by Google after reportedly violating the company’s confidentiality policy, according to The Washington Post, a story that immediately lead to widespread media coverage over the weekend. The stakes, after all,… Continue reading Transcript of Conversation With “Sentient” AI Was Heavily Edited
Best Compost Toilets of 2022
Cottages, tiny homes, RVs, and campsites give you the opportunity to escape modern society and experience what nature has to offer. But there may not be plumbing lines or even septic tanks, so to ensure that you always have a place to relieve yourself when nature calls, it’s a good idea to invest in an… Continue reading Best Compost Toilets of 2022
What Black One Direction Fans Reveal About Activism and Fandom
Gabrielle Foster had been a fan of One Direction since she was 11 years old. “We all come from different backgrounds. We all bond over Harry, but we don’t personally know what’s going on in each other’s lives,” she told me. “I just want there to be more representation for everybody.” Now in her early… Continue reading What Black One Direction Fans Reveal About Activism and Fandom