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Report: Apple and OpenAI Reopen iPhone AI Talks
Report: Apple and OpenAI Reopen iPhone AI Talks
April 28, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

Apple has reportedly reopened discussions with OpenAI about integrating artificial intelligence (AI) features into the iPhone.  The two tech companies have begun talking about the possible terms...

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Republic First Sold to Fulton in Latest Regional Bank Failure
Republic First Sold to Fulton in Latest Regional Bank Failure
April 28, 2024  |  Banking

Philadelphia-based lender Republic First Bancorp has been sold after being seized by regulators. Fulton Bank, another Pennsylvania financial institution, has agreed to acquire the lender — which...

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TikTok General Counsel Steps Down to Fight Ban
TikTok General Counsel Steps Down to Fight Ban
April 28, 2024  |  Social Commerce

TikTok’s general counsel is stepping down to focus on fighting a pending U.S. ban. Erich Andersen, who is also general counsel for TikTok parent ByteDance, will leave...

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General Catalyst Reportedly Raises Nearly $6 Billion for Tech Firms
General Catalyst Reportedly Raises Nearly $6 Billion for Tech Firms
April 28, 2024  |  Investments

Venture capital (VC) operation General Catalyst has reportedly raised almost $6 billion for technology startups. The company, which has invested in Stripe, Snap and Mistral, could close its newest fund as...

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Ex-Barclays CEO Bob Diamond Chairs TikTok Challenger Triller
Ex-Barclays CEO Bob Diamond Chairs TikTok Challenger Triller
April 28, 2024  |  Social Commerce

The former CEO of Barclays is now chairing TikTok challenger Triller. As the Financial Times (FT) reported Saturday (April 27), Bob Diamond has been chairing Triller owner AGBA since September...

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EU Antitrust Chief Margrethe Vestager Says AI Needs ‘Vibrant Competition’
EU Antitrust Chief Margrethe Vestager Says AI Needs ‘Vibrant Competition’
April 26, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

In a meeting that underscores the European Union’s ongoing scrutiny of the tech industry, Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s antitrust chief, held discussions with representatives from the French...

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Walmart Grows Omnichannel Capabilities for Shoppers ‘Seeking Convenience’
Walmart Grows Omnichannel Capabilities for Shoppers ‘Seeking Convenience’
April 26, 2024  |  Retail

Walmart has been expanding its omnichannel capabilities across its three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International and Sam’s Club. The company’s people and technology are dedicated...

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California Uber Drivers Reap $1 Billion in Benefits Since 2020
California Uber Drivers Reap $1 Billion in Benefits Since 2020
April 26, 2024  |  Gig Economy

Uber says it has made an investment exceeding $1 billion in benefits for its California drivers and couriers since 2020. This investment is aimed at...

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Iris Partners With Amazon Business on Procurement for UK Schools
Iris Partners With Amazon Business on Procurement for UK Schools
April 26, 2024  |  Partnerships

Iris Software Group has launched an integration with Amazon Business that will help schools in the United Kingdom streamline and automate their purchasing process.  This integration will...

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