Our tech problems have become more complex, so we are rebooting the Tech Fix column to focus on the societal implications of the tech we use.
Category: Computers and the Internet
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5 Unfounded Claims About Voting in the Midterm Elections
The New York Times – Business:Here are some of the main falsehoods and rumors that have spread on social media in the lead-up to Election Day.
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Elon Musk’s Twitter Faces Exodus of Advertisers and Executives
The New York Times – Business:At least four Twitter executives have left in recent days, as one of the world’s largest ad companies said clients should pause spending on the social media platform.
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Elon Musk’s Twitter Faces Exodus of Advertisers and Executives
The New York Times – Business:At least three Twitter executives have left in recent days, as one of the world’s largest ad companies said clients should pause spending on the social media platform.
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Truth Social’s Influence Grows Despite Its Business Problems
The New York Times – Business:The right-wing social network faces two federal investigations and an uncertain financial future. But it has still managed to outpace its rivals.
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Uber’s Revenue Is Up 72 Percent From Last Year, but It Posts a Loss
The New York Times – Business:The ride-hailing company had strong revenue growth, but it still lost money in part because of its investments in other ride-hailing businesses.
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Elon Musk, Plus a Circle of Confidants, Tightens Control Over Twitter
The New York Times – Business:The billionaire and a group of his friends and advisers are working on layoff plans and how to swiftly change Twitter’s product, said people with knowledge of the matter.
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Midterm Disinformation Has Taken Over Pennsylvania
The New York Times – Business:One state’s experience underscores how pervasive false and misleading information has become in the country’s electoral process, online and off.
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Can Elon Musk Make the Math Work on Owning Twitter? It’s Dicey.
The New York Times – Business:Mr. Musk faces financial challenges in owning Twitter. The site frequently loses money and took on $13 billion in debt for the blockbuster deal.
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Silicon Valley’s Unbridled Euphoria Runs Into Economic Reality
The New York Times – Business:Once-buzzy start-ups had held out against the new reality that the good times are over. No longer.
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Twitter, Once a Threat to Titans, Now Belongs to One
The New York Times – Business:A decade ago, the social media platform was a tool for rebels and those challenging authority. But over time, the powerful learned how to use it for their own goals.
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Elon Musk Buying Twitter Is a Moment of Celebration for Many
The New York Times – Business:The way forward for Twitter is uncertain. But that means Mr. Musk can innovate and change the platform for the better, his supporters say.