Redbox’s owner, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, has recently filed for bankruptcy protection after a tumultuous period of financial instability. The DVD rental company defaulted on loans, faced repossession orders for its cars, and missed payroll for its employees. This series of events has exposed the severe financial mismanagement within the organization. The employees
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Mt. Gox, once the largest spot bitcoin exchange globally, faced bankruptcy a decade ago due to a major hack. The exchange lost up to 950,000 bitcoins in the 2011 cyberattack when the cryptocurrency’s value was significantly lower than it is today. However, approximately 140,000 bitcoins have been recovered, resulting in a projected $9 billion worth
Amazon’s cloud infrastructure arm, AWS, is ramping up its efforts to attract startups by doubling the value of credits offered to them. Starting July 1, startups that have recently secured Series A funding will be eligible for $200,000 in credits, up from the previous $100,000. This move comes as Amazon faces stiff competition from Microsoft
When ultrafast electrons are deflected, they emit light called synchrotron radiation. This form of light is used in storage rings to force particles onto a closed path. While the current method yields longitudinally incoherent light with a broad spectrum of wavelengths, there is potential for a more efficient and powerful approach. In 2010, physicist Alexander
The argument for electric vehicles (EVs) often includes the point that they require less maintenance compared to traditional gas-powered vehicles. No more oil changes, fewer moving parts – it all sounds promising. However, the reality is that EVs are essentially computers on wheels, and as we all know, computers are not immune to problems. The
Recently, a video ad for a new AI company called Bland AI went viral on social media platforms. The ad featured a person interacting with a bot that sounded remarkably human, sparking a discussion about the ethics of such technology. The AI voice bots created by Bland AI are designed to automate support and sales
Assassin’s Creed fans have something to look forward to as Ubisoft hints at potential remakes of older games in the popular open-world series. Yves Guillemot, the CEO of Ubisoft, expressed excitement about revisiting some of the past games and modernizing them to appeal to a new generation of players. This move could potentially breathe new
Soccer, once known as a simple sport with minimal technology, has now become a playground for cutting-edge innovations. Euro 2024 has showcased the significant advancements in equipment and sports science that are altering the game as we know it. From smart-enabled match balls to artificial intelligence, every aspect of soccer is undergoing a transformation aimed
In a recent exclusive interview, CEO of Chinese smartphone company Honor, George Zhao, emphasized the crucial need for user data protection in the realm of artificial intelligence. Zhao pointed out that while AI has the potential to transform various aspects of technology, it is essentially worthless without proper safeguards in place to protect user data.
Facebook and Instagram advertisers using iOS devices will now have to pay an additional 30% fee directly to Apple when purchasing ads. This change was first introduced to U.S. advertisers in February and is now expanding to all regions. To avoid these extra charges, advertisers can opt to purchase ads through facebook.com or instagram.com on