USPS commits to 40% EV fleet: Starting in late 2023, nearly half of the USPS’ fleet will be all-electric, which could accelerate EV adoption efforts as logistics companies modernize their own fleets.
Uber steps up its grocery game as Instacart struggles: The company is revamping its grocery service to be more convenient and easier to use.
We detail why layoffs are only the tip of the iceberg for health tech companies like it this year.
A call for talent in revenue cycle management: We take a look at how companies are hiring for RCM and the role that RCM software adoption will play in addressing the labor shortage.
FDA approves clinical wearable that detects atrial fibrillation: We unpack what the news means for managing cardiac conditions.
Gaming segment stutters: Inflation, shortages, and price increases have all contributed to a decline in YoY spending on video games, hardware, content, and accessories. Can the gaming industry rebound in 2022?
Nielsen ONE gets a boost from Google: New features preventing ad duplication will help the company’s crucial new measurement service.
Gaming’s rejection of NFTs foreshadows their future: A reputation for scams and fraud have caused consumers and gaming brands to turn away from the technology.
To reduce screen time, consumers are turning to the past for other entertainment mediums. Retailers, take note, as what’s old is new again.
Around one-quarter of people in the US ages 13 to 34 are fans of the metaverse. But for every person who gives it a thumbs-up, there are about two in that age group who dislike or have never heard of the concept.
Hasbro and Mattel are optimistic about the future: The resiliency of the toy category coupled with strong IP properties should keep both companies in the green, even in the event of a recession.
Bots to the talent crisis rescue: Organizations flock to automation to ease the labor shortage, but some getting left behind in the digital transformation race need human experts to help.
Robot colleagues on the rise: As robots enter more industries, startups are developing systems for the bots to work collaboratively with humans. Economic turbulence will help and hinder the movement.
On today's episode, we discuss Netflix choosing Microsoft to help with the streaming service's upcoming ad-supported tier, the need for a chief media officer, what to make of inflation still not slowing down, whether YouTube is the future of cable, whether customers will buy into in-car subscription services, an unpopular opinion about the term "influencer," what exactly a "black box" really is, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Dave Frankland, Evelyn Mitchell, and Max Willens.
Starling posts a $44.1M profit as Varo Bank lays off 10% of its staff and plans to restructure.