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eBrands raises €7.5 million to help consumer brands grow internationally with AI
- Finnish export platform eBrands has secured €7.5m ($8.9m) in funding to help consumer brands expand globally using AI.
- This latest funding round brings eBrands' total funding to €50m.
- eBrands' export platform, powered by its AI tool Apollo, simplifies international expansion for consumer brands, enabling them to scale across various sales channels without operational hurdles.
- The funding will support the development of Apollo, which helps brands expand into 60 markets without heavy investments or local infrastructure.
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From Amazon to Pinterest: The 40 tech companies that file the most H-1B immigrant work visas
- Tech companies, especially giants like Amazon and Microsoft, file for thousands of H-1B visas annually for skilled foreign workers.
- President Trump's immigration policies have caused a stir around the future of H-1B visas, sparking debate within the tech industry.
- Key figures in Trump's base have expressed opposition to the H-1B program, while tech leaders like Elon Musk acknowledge the need for improvement.
- A public analysis revealed that tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple are among the heaviest users of H-1B visas.
- These companies utilize the program to fill various roles such as software engineers, research positions, and data science roles.
- In the 2024 fiscal year, Amazon filed the most H-1B requests with a total of 14,783, followed by Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, and Apple.
- The top 40 tech companies sponsoring H-1B visas also include IBM, Intel, Oracle, Tesla, Salesforce, Nvidia, Cisco, and Qualcomm, among others.
- The future of the H-1B program remains uncertain, and any changes could significantly impact America's largest technology companies.
- While the number of filings does not directly translate to hires, these companies rely on H-1B visas to access global talent for critical positions.
- The analysis focused on tech product companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, excluding IT consulting firms traditionally large users of H-1B visas.
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A James Bond expert shares the 1 thing Amazon should focus on to get 007 right — and the 1 thing it should avoid
- The news that Jeff Bezos' Amazon has taken control of the Bond franchise from its longtime producers, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, marks the end of an era and raises questions about the franchise's future.
- Bond expert John Cork says casting the right 007 is crucial to maintaining the franchise's legacy.
- Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson had deep ties to the legacy of 007, and their influence on the franchise will be missed.
- Casting the right James Bond should be Amazon's main focus and will be their biggest test.
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Massively OP Podcast Episode 509: Lord of the Transfers
- LOTRO's server migration causing major issues.
- APB and Fallen Earth experiencing month-long downtime.
- Throne and Liberty receives a substantial expansion.
- Guild Wars 2 introduces Repentance patch.
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DeWalt's 20V Max 9-Tool Combo Kit Is $350 Off Right Now, and It's Got Every Power Tool You Could Need at Home
- DeWalt's 20V Max 9-Tool Combo Kit is currently $350 off on Amazon.
- The kit includes a drill driver, impact driver, reciprocating saw, circular saw, oscillating tool, LED work light, grinder, jobsite speaker, and a right angle drill.
- The set has received over 2,300 five-star ratings on Amazon and is praised for its durability and performance.
- With limited availability, take advantage of the 37% discount and add this highly valued tool kit to your cart now.
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New World cranks out Update 1.3 and the latest iteration of the Legacy of Crassus event
- New World released Update 1.3 with combat skill improvements, UI stability, and fix for persisting issues.
- The Legacy of Crassus event is active until May 31st, with increased challenge and rewards.
- New World released a dev video on key changes to Outpost Rush.
- Players can now test the changes to Outpost Rush in April.
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Amazon's Ultra-Popular Outdoor String Lights Are Only $20 Right Now, and Shoppers Say They Look Fantastic
- The 50-foot set of Addlon LED Outdoor String Lights is on sale for a mere $20—33% off the original $30 price tag.
- They earned an IP65 waterproof rating and can handle rain, snow, wind, humidity, and more.
- The 16 bulbs provided are shatterproof and these LED bulbs are energy efficient.
- The 50-foot Addlon LED Outdoor String Lights have been purchased more than 5,000 times on Amazon in the past month.
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The AI data center boom will create new jobs. Most won't be at Amazon, Microsoft, Google, or Meta.
- A PwC study found that data centers contributed 4.7 million jobs to the US economy from 2017 to 2023, with most of the jobs attributed to the 'multiplier effect.'
- President Donald Trump claimed AI project Stargate would create over 100,000 American jobs, although little evidence supports this.
- Data centers have rapidly grown, with a PwC study reporting a 60% increase in data center-related jobs from 2017 to 2023.
- However, most jobs created by big tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Meta through data center projects are not direct tech jobs.
- The accuracy of job creation claims by the data center industry has been debated among economic development experts.
- Data center investments by tech giants are expected to continue, with significant capital expenditures allocated for expansions.
- A large portion of the jobs attributed to the data center industry are categorized as 'indirect' and 'induced,' rather than 'direct' industry jobs.
- Economists question the methodology of quantifying induced and indirect jobs in the data center industry, highlighting potential inaccuracies.
- Construction jobs play a significant role in data center development, requiring skilled labor ranging from cooling systems to specialized server equipment.
- Data center construction leads to economic benefits for various sectors, such as increased demand for hospitality services due to the influx of construction workers.
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Amazon's No. 1 Bestselling Pressure Washer Is Nearly 50% Off Right Now—Its Lowest Price Since 2019
- The Karcher K1700 Pressure Washer is on sale for $106, a 47% discount from its normal price of $200.
- The Karcher K1700 is the No. 1 bestselling pressure washer on Amazon, with nearly 6,000 five-star reviews.
- The pressure washer features a powerful electric motor, 1.46 gallons per minute flow rate, and up to 2,125 psi pressure capacity.
- It comes with a 35-foot power cord, 25-foot hose, and various attachments for different cleaning tasks.
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Amazon Tops 30% Market Share for Electronics
- Amazon captured 30% of total sales in the electronics and appliances sector, solidifying its role as a leader in discretionary spending.
- Amazon's share of the total U.S. food and beverage market rose to 2.7% in 2024, signaling its growth as a serious competitor to Walmart.
- Amazon's aggressive pricing strategies, personalized shopping experiences, and digital advantage have contributed to its expanding market share.
- While Walmart struggles to increase its market share, Amazon continues to gain ground in nonessential categories, dominating the retail sector.
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Amazon VP who oversaw flagship AI product is leaving after a big shake-up
- Amazon's VP of AI/ML services, Baskar Sridharan, is leaving after a recent reorganization.
- Sridharan oversaw AWS's flagship AI product, Bedrock, which is a development tool for multiple models.
- A new Agentic AI team was created, and Swami Sivasubramanian was promoted to lead the team.
- The shake-up in AWS also involves organizational changes and the departure of other high-profile executives.
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Amazon's No. 1 Bestselling Humidifier With 90,000+ Sold in the Last Month Is on Sale for Just $30 Right Now
- The Levoit Classic 160 Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier is on sale for $30, a 25% discount from its normal price of $40.
- It is the No. 1 bestselling humidifier on Amazon with over 90,000 sold in the last month.
- The compact humidifier has a top-fill design, 360-degree nozzle, and runs for up to 25 hours on low setting.
- Customers have praised it for being easy to use, perfect for smaller spaces, and improving air quality and humidity levels.
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Anthropic CPO: Startup Isn’t Interested in Hardware or Consumer Entertainment
- Anthropic, the maker of Claude AI, is not planning to get into hardware or consumer entertainment.
- The startup will focus on developing generalist foundation models for enterprise use cases.
- Anthropic wants to help people get work done through its AI models and enable use cases for all industries.
- The company is less interested in consumer entertainment and is more focused on pragmatic and professional use cases.
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Alan Ritchson's Net Worth Feels Just Right For a Real-Life Jack Reacher
- Alan Ritchson's net worth is $6 million dollars, mostly earned from his acting career.
- Before his role as Reacher, Ritchson was known for his roles as Aquaman in Smallville and Thad in Blue Mountain State.
- Alan Ritchson's best movies and TV shows can be streamed on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, Hulu, Netflix, and Max.
- In 2025, Ritchson will star alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in The Man With the Bag.
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My period cramps don't stand a chance with this heat pad, and now it's 20% off
- The Pure Enrichment PureRelief XL King Size Heating Pad is currently on sale for 20% off on Amazon.
- This heating pad is highly recommended for relieving period cramps and other types of pain.
- It features six heat settings, built-in safety features, an extra-long cord, and a machine-washable plush cover.
- With over 10,000 five-star ratings, customers praise its comfort, durability, and affordable price.
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