Intel and AMD imports in Russia fell by up to 95% in 2024, but local companies disagree
A leading Russian business magazine said that the Federal Customs Service (FCS) reported that imports of AMD and Intel CPUs into the country have fallen by 81% and 95%, respectively, compared to 2023. According to Kommersant [machine translated], chip deliveries in 2024 totaled around 37,000 units, amounting to 439 million
How AI Is Changing the Way Companies Hire Talent
Finding the right job or the right candidate has always been a challenge. Resumes pile up, interviews take weeks to schedule, and for both employers and applicants, the process often feels slow, repetitive, and frustrating. But that’s changing—artificial intelligence is transforming recruitment. Smarter Hiring Starts with Better Screening Companies are
Will Starlink and other sat companies eventually rival cell carriers?
Andrew Grush / Android Authority Starlink has truly opened our eyes to the power of satellite technology, delivering speeds that rival cable internet in areas previously lacking high-speed options. But Starlink isn’t just about traditional internet use. Earlier this year, T-Mobile and Starlink introduced emergency satellite-to-cell features, including full texting,
The impact of AI on the operations of travel companies
Phocuswright hosted the first of The New Age(nts) Trend series events online. Mike Coletta, senior manager of research and innovation, and Robert Cole, senior research analyst for lodging and leisure, were joined by Anna Jaffe, CEO of Mobi.ai, Bobby Healy, founder and CEO of Manna and founder and non-executive director of
The Worst Ways Auto Insurance Companies Might Use Your Data
Andrew Angelov/Shutterstock The United States is one of the busiest countries in the world in terms of road traffic, with nearly 230 million drivers and about as many vehicles in operation, per Statista. Given these figures, it does not come as a
How much onus is on travel companies for overtourism?
The travel industry has often discussed how travelers and governments are responding to the issue that some destinations around the world are consistently burdened with crowds of visitors—and particularly whether consumers factor this issue into their planning and if so, how? Accor, Booking.com and the University of Surrey recently released
Game companies will standardize accessibility labels on storefronts and product pages
Console makers and game developers like Microsoft, Nintendo and Electronic Arts have created a new initiative, managed by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), that aims to make it easier to know what accessibility features games have. The new Accessible Games Initiative has defined a set of 24 accessibility tags that
House GOP subpoenas tech companies over AI 'censorship pressure' from Biden administration
The Republican-led House Judiciary Committee is looking into whether the Biden administration tried to "censor" artificial intelligence. Representative Jim Jordan has sent subpoenas to sixteen different tech companies that work with AI in some capacity to ask for any and all communications from the previous administration about limiting "harmful bias"
Revolutionary travel management companies do exist
A recent opinion piece on PhocusWire suggested that the corporate travel world is fundamentally broken and that most travel management companies (TMCs) are not fit for purpose. I strongly disagree, let me tell you why. In my 32+ years in travel, it’s very rare I hear a corporate saying “I
The Best Questions to Ask Before Hiring Top Roofing Companies
Selecting the right roofing company is a decision to make with caution in mind since a roof plays a crucial role in protecting against different weather conditions for safety and comfort reasons. Hence, it is vital to opt for a reliable and skilled roofing contractor when needed. This article offers
