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Hiker Rescued After Following Google Maps On a ‘Dangerous,’ Non-Existent Trail
A hiker was rescued from a cliff edge on Saturday after allegedly following a Google Maps trail that didn’t actually exist, making him one of several hikers who followed the same trail to get stranded. A search and rescue team responded to reports of a hiker stranded on Mount Fromme in Vancouver, Canada, who attempted…
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Uber, Lyft Agree to $US328M Settlement After NY Wage Theft Allegations
Uber and Lyft will pay drivers a combined $US328 million as part of a settlement that the companies unlawfully withheld pay and benefits including paid sick leave in New York state. As part of the settlement, New York drivers for the ride-hailing companies are now guaranteed minimum hourly wages, and paid sick leave, and will…
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Apple’s Payment Requirements Are Out of Control, Dutch Regulators Say Enough Is Enough
Apple’s payment practices requiring subscription-forward apps to exclusively accept payments through Apple Pay violated antitrust laws, according to a Dutch regulator ruling reported by Bloomberg. The Dutch Authority for Consumers & Markets ruled that Apple violated European Union antitrust laws by unfairly targeting apps that offer subscription services. The Dutch regulator reportedly cited Match Group…
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Google Maps Now Uses AI to Find Where People Are Having Fun
Google is improving Maps with features including where to find EV charging stations and in-depth visualisation.