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Apple lawsuit: market cap drops $100bn, so what’s the good news?
Anyone who holds Apple stock and did not sell today may be feeling queasy. We go over the highlights of the tech giant's law suit and what if anything could be the silver lining in all of this
The U.S. Department of Justice, along with…
Big tech’s child labour problem isn’t going away
TECH TOPIC OF THE WEEK
A recent US court decision has thrown a wrench into the fight against child labour in the tech industry, according to news reports. Will IT contractors speak up or keep silent for fear of losing their jobs?
The…
YouTube music Cognizant contractors axed and escorted off premises in 20 minutes
In an ironic turn of events, members of the YouTube Music Content Operations team, represented by the Alphabet Workers Union (AWU), were informed they were being laid off during a live Austin, Texas City Council meeting on February 29th.…
Gamers beware: £34.6 Million Stolen from Gaming and Metaverse in 2023
A recent study reveals that gamers and metaverse enthusiasts lost a whopping £34.6 million to cryptocurrency scams last year.
Binance was the most targeted blockchain for scams in the gaming and metaverse sector
February is the…
Freelancers to gain from US chip R&D boom
US chip boom calls for specialist talent across multiple skill setsThe Biden administration has announced a significant $5 billion investment in a newly formed public-private consortium dedicated to research and development (R&D) of…
Which Gemini features are best for freelancers?
We look at how Gemini's suite of features can supercharge the productivity and client services of independent professionals
Google parent company Alphabet has launched a premium subscription model for its rebranded Bard AI bot now…
Best tablets with stylus pens for 2024
This guide to tablets with stylus pen capabilities compares some of the most exciting tablets by features and price points, helping you find the perfect fit for your needs and budget
Tablets with stylus pens have become increasingly…
EBay trims contractor workforce among major job cuts
eBay cuts 1,000 jobs and reduces work for outside contractors
Move follows previous layoffs and reflects economic challenges.
Impact on contractors and long-term company strategy unclear.
In a double blow to its workforce,…
What do the latest tech layoffs mean for freelancers?
Tech layoffs set to continue in 2024 despite tug-of-war for AI talent
This week, another wave of tech layoffs washed over the industry, with giants like Amazon, YouTube, and Wayfair joining the ranks of those trimming their workforces.…
25 Reasons why HMRC could use AI for umbrella company background checks
Automating background checks to weed out tax-avoiding umbrella companies could save HMRC time and resources compared to manual investigations. It could also save thousands of freelancers financial heartbreak. Here we share 25 reasons why…