NASA is working with Japanese startup MetroWeather Co. to map out wind patterns in an effort to improve drone and air taxi safety. Drones are becoming more important than ever to many industries, including agriculture, retail, delivery, security and more. Read More
Reddit Hits $10 Billion Valuation
Reddit has secured another round of funding, bringing the social media company’s valuation to $10 billion. Reddit has been the darling of the social media industry, posting impressive growth, especially compared to its larger rivals. The company has been moving toward Read More
Google Shopping issues in the UK lead to sharp KPI declines
If your accounts or campaigns have been affected by this issue, it’s critical to communicate to clients and stakeholders that this change is a glitch in their metrics, and not indicative of other issues. Chatter on LinkedIn and Twitter indicates Read More
T-Mobile Takes Top Spot in PCMag’s Annual Speed Test
In PCMag’s annual test of the US wireless networks, T-Mobile has decisively taken the top spot for 5G service. PCMag’s annual review involves sending its drivers across the country, covering more than 10,000 miles, and more than 30 cities and 6 different rural Read More
Rackspace Elastic Engineering for Security Tackles Multicloud Security
Rackspace is looking to help companies tackle multicloud security with its Rackspace Elastic Engineering for Security. Multicloud deployments have become a popular option. In fact, a recent poll showed that, among banks and financial companies using cloud computing, 17% were using multicloud. Read More
Wedbush: Microsoft’s Office Price Hike Could Raise Stock 18%
Wedbush analyst Dan Ives believes Microsoft’s Office 365 price hike could boost the stock price as much as 18%. Microsoft announced price hikes for Office 365 of $1 to $2 per month. While relatively minor, when factoring in hundreds of Read More
Intel Wins Pentagon Contract for US-Made Chips
Intel has won part of a $100 million contract to build US-made chips for the Pentagon, a win for the company’s upcoming foundry division. The Pentagon has specific semiconductor needs, needs which security concerns dictate be met by US companies. Read More
Google Cloud and GE Appliances Partner on Smart Home Appliances
Google Cloud and GE Appliances have signed a multi-year deal to create the next generation of smart home appliances. GE Appliances is already a leader in the appliance industry, while Google is a major player in the smart home market. Read More
Huawei Planning a Return to the ‘Smartphone Throne’
Huawei is planning a return to the “smartphone throne” after crippling sanctions had a devastating impact on the company’s business. Huawei was the company to beat in the smartphone market, eclipsing Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi and every other company. Despite its Read More
Top stories images aren’t showing in Google Search
The company has confirmed that it’s a bug and is working to resolve it. Beginning early this morning, there have been numerous reports of images not loading in Google’s Top stories carousel (as seen below). The issue seems to affect search results Read More