The US presidential election is in its final stretch. Before election day on November 5, Engadget is looking at where the candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, stand on the most consequential tech issues of our day. The Biden administration has been more aggressive than almost any in recent American history in its antitrust efforts. In the tech sector alone, it has ongoing cases against Apple, Meta, Google and Amazon, not to mention its battles with Ticketmaster, Microsoft, Kroger, CVS, Visa, Penguin Random House and more. Biden, Lina Khan (chair of the FTC) and Jonathan Kanter (head of the DOJ’s antitrust division) have spent the last several years working to prevent giant mergers, increase competition and punish companies (however lightly) for unfair business practices. It is unlikely that whoever succeeds Joe Biden will be quite as fervent in their fight against monopolies. That being said, it’s not only possible but probable that either a Harris or Trump administration would be very active in the antitrust field. Kamala Harris There is some expectation that a Kamala Harris White House will pursue these sorts of cases less aggressively. Part of that assumption is simply down to the fact that Harris hasn’t said a ton on the issue. She touts her record as attorney general of California in leading lawsuits against the medical industry, and says during her stump speeches that “companies need to play by the rules, respect the rights of workers and unions and abide by... Continue reading at 'Engadget'
[ Engadget | 2024-10-29 13:30:13 UTC ]
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It wouldn’t be San Diego Comic-Con without a little drama, some big questions, and a lot of hype. We've rounded up the big stories of this year's show—among them the show’s future in the city that gives it its name—and the top 21 panels to attend. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-23 04:00:00 UTC ]
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A 7.7% sales increase at the recently restructured Hachette Book Group was a key contributor to a 5% rise in revenue at Lagardère Publishing in the first six months of 2024. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-23 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Cool off with this week's new YA book releases, featuring romance, time loops, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-07-22 14:45:00 UTC ]
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A second-chance K-pop romance, a Sleeping Beauty inspired fantasy, a retelling of the Phantom of the Opera, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-07-20 14:00:00 UTC ]
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After posting lackluster financial results for the first nine months of fiscal 2024, Scholastic’s hopes for a good fourth quarter did not materialize, with the company posting a 10% decline relative to last year’s record quarter and finishing the year down 7% from 2023. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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One Signal takes Timnit Gebru’s AI clarion call, HarperVia picks up enigmatic YouTuber Uketsu’s Japanese horror debut, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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‘A Death in Cornwall,’ Daniel Silva’s lastest Gabriel Allon spy thriller is the #3 book in the country. Plus Sarah Beth Durst makes a cozy foray into romantasy with ‘The Spellshop,’ and YA author Tricia Levenseller embraces ‘The Darnkess Within Us.’ Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Among the week's headlines: ALA welcomes the FCC's decision to allow E-rate funding to be used to purchase and lend Wi-Fi hotspots; parents in Lansing, Mich., are unhappy with plans for two new library-less elementary schools; and Kelly Jensen at 'Book Riot' questions an unusually quiet Pride... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Too hot outside? Stay cool with these YA adaptations you can stream right now on Prime, Hulu, Disney Plus, and Netflix. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-07-18 15:30:00 UTC ]
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The 14th Sharjah Publishers Conference opens its registration for November's staging ahead of Sharjah's International Book Fair. The post UAE: Registration Opens for the 2024 Sharjah Publishers Conference appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-07-18 12:31:13 UTC ]
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In the undertaking of a lifetime, James Folta ranks 100 iconic ALA posters of celebrities urging you to read. | Lit Hub Maris Kreizman on being one of 500 literary voices who contributed to that New York Times best books of the century list: “If you’re a real book lover you know that 10 slots […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2024-07-18 10:30:18 UTC ]
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The Amazon Prime Day sale ends tonight, but don't think that all opportunities to save have come and gone. In typical Amazon fashion, most of the best Prime Day deals on day one of the sale remain the best offers now on day two — if they didn't sell out already, that is. Thankfully, many of the... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-07-17 23:00:36 UTC ]
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Our most popular post of 2024 so far, on feeling like an unserious reader, Robin Hood retellings, and more today on Book Riot. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-07-17 16:35:00 UTC ]
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The most popular posts on Book Riot so far in 2024 offer a glimpse into the trends happening in books and reading this year. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-07-17 11:30:00 UTC ]
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Amazon's shopping holiday is the best time to buy some of the brand's devices that we love. Continue reading at Wired
[ Wired | 2024-07-17 11:10:44 UTC ]
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If you’re looking to save some dough on a computer display, it’s a great time to hunt for monitor deals thanks to Amazon’s Prime Day and competing sales events from other retailers. I’ve scoured the web for the best deals on the best screens. PCWorld constantly reviews the latest... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2024-07-17 10:00:00 UTC ]
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Amazon’s Prime Day wraps up today! I’ve collected the best Prime Day sales on Chromebooks, with deals on both budget and premium machines. In addition to finding you the best Chromebook deals on Amazon, I’ve also reviewed Chromebook discounts from rival retailers like Target, Newegg,... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2024-07-17 10:00:00 UTC ]
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If you’re on your computer for school or work, you want a good keyboard. If you do a lot of PC gaming, you want a good keyboard. If you just like keyboards, you—wait for it—also want a good keyboard. And odds are pretty good that you’d also like a good deal on one. I’ve scoured the web for... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2024-07-17 10:00:00 UTC ]
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Amazon’s Prime Day sales event is here, and there are tons of great deals to be found on chargers and power banks. This year, Prime Day runs from July 16 through July 17, and includes some great bargains. So, whether you’re looking to snag a travel-friendly pocket charger or upgrade to a... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2024-07-17 10:00:00 UTC ]
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Amazon’s Prime Day sales event is here, and there are tons of great deals on desktop PCs. This year, Prime Day will run from July 16 through July 17, and includes solid discounts on everything from gaming PCs to all-in-ones to traditional desktop computers. Deals can be found not just... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2024-07-17 10:00:00 UTC ]
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