Google Reportedly Overruled a Risk Assessment to Launch Bard AI
Senior Google leadership reportedly sent out a "code red" in December 2022 to accelerate AI programs.
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Microsoft Drops Twitter From Ad Platform, Musk Threatens Lawsuit
Smart Campaigns users can't create tweets or view past engagement, pushing more advertisers away from Twitter.
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5 Precautions You Need to Take When Using ChatGPT
Plagiarism, copyright violations, and bad math: You need to check for them, because ChatGPT won't.
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AI Can Probably Guess Your Password Within Seconds
AI tool PassGAN needs less than 6 minutes to bypass any kind of 7-character password.
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Mullvad VPN’s New Browser Wants to Keep Your Data Private
The new browser has private mode enabled by default, and will block third-party trackers and cookies.
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Germany Might Block ChatGPT Over Data Security Concerns
Italy officially blocked ChatGPT last Friday, saying the program potentially violated EU data protection rules.
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The Quick Guide to QuickBooks for NonProfits
QuickBooks is one of the leading names in accounting software. Is its nonprofit platform right for you?
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The Next Industry AI Is Taking Over? Phishing Emails
AI chatbots like ChatGPT can improve spelling while creating longer and better phishing emails.
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The FDIC Plans to Auction Off Silicon Valley Bank
The bank failed on March 10, and the FDIC couldn't find a buyer for it last week. Now, auctions are the next step.
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Report: Disney Could Cut 4,000 Jobs Next Month
Disney has reportedly directed its managers to plan out budget cuts and put together lists of employees to be laid off.
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Amazon Will Lay Off 9,000 More Employees
The cuts impact four divisions of the ecommerce company: Amazon Web Services, advertising, Twitch, and human resources.
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Fleet Insurance AI Company Fairmatic Raises $46 Million
Keeping drivers safe is a top-three concern for any fleet. Will AI risk profiles help your business?
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The US Government Threatens to Ban TikTok If It Won’t Be Sold
The new order comes from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, which pushed for the same ban under Trump.
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Microsoft Office’s New ‘Copilot’ AI Tool Can Create PowerPoints
The tool draws on large language models, pairing them with the personal user data available within Office apps.
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Senators Are Launching a Bill to Let the US Ban TikTok
Can TikTok be trusted? Without strong evidence, the proposed TikTok ban may face First Amendment challenges.
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Now Even Phones Block Background Noise in Google Meet Calls
Google's expanded noise cancellation tool is coming to phones but won't affect audio capture from screen sharing.
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Samsara vs Motive – Price and Features Comparison 2025
Motive has a great value, but Samsara has great features. Compare costs, functions, 24/7 support, and much more.
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Best Hotel Accounting Software: Sector-Specific Features, Costs & More 2025
Zoho Books the best hotel accounting software, due to its features, price, and ease of use, but it's not the only choice.
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What Is Payroll Software & Does Your Business Need It?
Payroll software automates the process of paying employees, from paychecks and taxes to benefits and more.
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How to Use QuickBooks Online in 2025: A Step-By-Step Guide
QuickBooks Online is packed with features. Where do you even start? We'll walk you through setup and common processes.
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How to Do Payroll Yourself – Small Business Guide
Learn the basics of how to handle the payroll on your own, from business insurance to pre-tax and post-tax deductions.