Yahoo Singapore overhauls operations, dismissing editorial and social teams. Shift towards content curation with layoffs affecting 17 staff.
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Majority of Americans Think SocMed Companies Have Too Much Influence Over Politics, Pew Research Finds
The survey of 10,133 US adults between February 7 and 11, 2024, found that 78% felt social media companies had excessive political influence.
FTC Orders Razer to Refund $1.1 Million Over False Claims of 'N95-Grade' RGB Face Mask
The FTC found that Razer and its affiliates marketed the Zephyr mask as N95-grade without proper testing or certification from authorities like the FDA or NIOSH.
EU Launches Investigation Against Meta Platforms Over Suspected Election Interference, Foreign Disinformation
The EU is preparing to initiate formal procedures against Meta, the company of Facebook and Instagram, over concerns that it is not doing enough to combat Russian disinformation ahead of the EU elections in June.
Philippines Ramps Up 2024 Borrowing to P2.57 Trillion Amid Fiscal Concerns
Philippines ramps up borrowing to P2.57 trillion, a 4% increase, addressing fiscal needs amid economic challenges. Economists raise concerns about implications on deficit, debt, and interest rates.
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Nokia plans to launch a groundbreaking 4G network to the moon this year to establish reliable communication beyond Earth.
The Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) warns of potential price surges in bread, biscuits, and beer in the UK due to persistent wet weather.
Venice counters over-tourism by implementing a $5 day-trip fee, but the city faces backlash from critics who question its effectiveness and impact on the city's authenticity.
Nike designed the uniforms, which made their widespread appearance this season, and Fanatics manufactured them.
A former top executive at China's largest vaccine manufacturer, who oversaw the creation of the country's first inactivated COVID-19 vaccine, has been removed from the national legislature.
The United States (US) reportedly acquired 81 obsolete Soviet-era combat aircraft from Russia's previous ally, Kazakhstan.
Goldman Sachs and Barclays are reportedly vying to acquire General Motors' credit card business.
This advice is particularly relevant as activists increasingly pressure companies to adopt positions on controversial political matters.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is reportedly aligning with Donald Trump to assist the former president in his fundraising efforts ahead of the November 2024 presidential election.
