5 Ways AI Could Change the Way We Email
Chatbots, which are capable of holding realistic conversations with human beings, are starting to replace the need for customer service reps in both instant messaging and email, with many companies creating artificial representatives to save companies time and money (like Nuance's chatbot Nina). Read More
Chrissy Teigen leaves Snapchat; Snap Inc.’s numbers reportedly fall
The Wall Street Journal reported that after Rihanna's post, the market value of Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, lost about $800 million. In February, Jenner said she no longer opens the app. Around the time of her tweet, Snap Inc. had its shares fall. Reuters reported at the …
Chrissy Teigen quits Snapchat, driving down Snap shares
Meanwhile, Teigen's exit from Snapchat came a week after pop star Rihanna called out the social-media platform on its rival Instagram for allowing an ad that promoted domestic violence. The ad asked users if they'd rather “Slap Rihanna” or “Punch Chris Brown” — a reference to Brown's 2009 … Read More
Why Chrissy Teigen quit Snapchat
With so many celebrities speaking out against Snapchat, the app is in serious danger. The day after Kylie, 20, stated that she does 'not even open Snapchat anymore' on Twitter, the app's stock dropped six per cent. The total loss was estimated to be between $1.3 billion and $1.6 billion. …
Why Kik Messenger is Launching Kin on Two Blockchains
Kik, the famous chat application has divulged plans to deploy its Kin tokens on both the Ethereum (ETH) and Stellar (XLM) blockchain, making it one of the primary digital currencies to feature bidirectional network support. Gadi Srebnik, who is the Kik developer gave the announcement in a blog post last … …
Monday’s Child: Brothers want to find forever home together
Devondrick is an outgoing young man of Cape Verdean descent. He is quiet and shy around people he does not know, but once he feels comfortable, he is friendly, outgoing and funny. Devondrick is very athletic and loves to play baseball, football and basketball. He participates in team sports regularly, … …
Catalonia’s ex-leader appears before judge in Germany
Catalonia's former president, Carles Puigdemont, appeared before a court in Germany on Monday for an initial hearing on whether he stays in custody, kicking off an extradition process that could take weeks. The closed-door hearing came amid heightened tensions in the Spanish region following … Read More
GateHouse Media, parent of T&G, acquiring Gardner News
WORCESTER – GateHouse Media LLC, owner of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, is acquiring The Gardner News. Kirk A. Davis, chief executive officer of GateHouse Media, made the announcement to employees Monday morning in Gardner. The purchase price was not disclosed. The Gardner News … Read More
YouTube TV Dunks Presenting Sponsorship of NBA Finals
On the heels of its World Series sponsorship, YouTube TV and the NBA said that YouTube TV will be the presenting sponsor of the NBA Finals on ABC. The live streaming service signed a multi-year deal with the league that also includes presenting the WNBA Finals and the finals of …
YouTube TV Will Be The Presenting Sponsor Of This Year’s NBA Finals
When the 2018 NBA Finals begin on May 31, don't be surprised if YouTube's iconic red play button nabs a courtside seat. Thanks to a multi-year pact, the world's top video site's YouTube TV service will be the official presenting sponsor of the NBA's championship series. The partnership between … Read …