Even though the researchers only used a RBD from one version of Covid, their vaccine generated a robust polyclonal response—meaning it created multiple antibody types, rather than just one. To Saunders, this is part of the approach’s charm: Creating many antibody types is beneficial, he says, because one that is extremely effective against a certain… Continue reading These Vaccines Will Take Aim at Covid—and Its Entire SARS Lineage
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Density Acquires Prevision.io
Density, a San Francisco, CA-based company building hardware and software that helps companies measure, analyze and optimize physical space, acquired Prevision.io, a Paris, France-based data science company. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The acquisition is part of a larger global expansion, starting in Europe. Density is also announcing it has hired J… Continue reading Density Acquires Prevision.io
Zomato shares tank to record low as investors rush to exit after lock-in goes
Shares of Zomato touched a record low on Monday, as the mandatory lock-in period for promoters, employees and other investors came to an end, a year after the food delivery provider made a stellar debut on the Indian bourses. While the company debuted at a 53% premium last year, its shares have lost about 72%… Continue reading Zomato shares tank to record low as investors rush to exit after lock-in goes
Cleantechnica: Loneliness of the Long-Distance Tesla Uber Driver 002130
Lack of charging infrastructure can give a Tesla Uber driver the blues. By Adam Nelson, as told to David Waterworth For over 6 years, I have provided transportation services for Uber, Didi, Ola, and my own business, while accepting various other rideshare bookings. Last year, I purchased a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range. I have… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Loneliness of the Long-Distance Tesla Uber Driver 002130
Uber admits covering up 2016 hacking, avoids prosecution in US settlement
Uber Technologies Inc on Friday accepted responsibility for covering up a 2016 data breach that affected 57 million passengers and drivers, as part of a settlement with U.S. prosecutors to avoid criminal charges. In entering a non-prosecution agreement, Uber admitted that its personnel failed to report the November 2016 hacking to the U.S. Federal Trade… Continue reading Uber admits covering up 2016 hacking, avoids prosecution in US settlement
The Best Accessories and Tech Essentials for Your Dog
AT WIRED, WE really love our dogs. We also love each other’s dogs, whether they’re adorable little nuggets in New York City apartments, pit mixes in the country, or loyal heelers that spend all day, every day, within 6 inches of my left foot. For the past few years, my colleagues and I have been… Continue reading The Best Accessories and Tech Essentials for Your Dog
Uber avoids federal prosecution over data breach that exposed data of 57 million users
Uber has officially accepted responsibility for hiding a 2016 data breach that exposed the data of 57 million passengers and drivers. On Friday, the company entered into a non-prosecution agreement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), reports Reuters. As part of the deal, Uber admitted it failed to inform the agency of the cyberattack. It… Continue reading Uber avoids federal prosecution over data breach that exposed data of 57 million users
Here’s what Cadillac’s new $300,000 electric sedan will look like
The Celestiq marks a pivot for Cadillac into hand-built vehicles, which are typically reserved for high-end sports cars and uber-luxury models. Go to Source
Two additional sexual assault survivors, who allege they were sexually assaulted by Uber rideshare drivers filed suit against Uber, joining over 1,750 women who have filed suit against Uber since 2020 alleging sexual assault by Uber drivers.
LOS ANGELES, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Who: Attorneys with Carrillo Law Firm represent plaintiffs in two civil lawsuits: In Re Uber Sexual Assault Cases – JCCP 5188 What: A San Francisco superior court judge will be overseeing the massive litigation against Uber for the sexual assault of passengers by Uber drivers. The coordinated… Continue reading Two additional sexual assault survivors, who allege they were sexually assaulted by Uber rideshare drivers filed suit against Uber, joining over 1,750 women who have filed suit against Uber since 2020 alleging sexual assault by Uber drivers.
Can Alto succeed at employee-driven ride-hail?
Ride-hail startup Alto thinks the current gig worker-based market is inherently broken. Drivers’ salaries are squeezed by the costs of owning and maintaining a vehicle; riders aren’t guaranteed a high-quality service; cities have had to deal with angry taxi drivers; and the app-based companies themselves that have undercharged users to expand into new markets are… Continue reading Can Alto succeed at employee-driven ride-hail?