Intuit lays off 1,800 people amid a shift to AI

Intuit, the company behind QuickBooks, Credit Karma, and TurboTax, is laying off 1,800 employees, which is about 10% of its global workforce. CEO Sasan Goodarzi emphasized that these layoffs are not intended to cut costs but to realign the company’s focus on AI and generative AI technologies. The layoffs are part of Intuit’s broader strategy […]

Amazon reviews losing trust as number of fake reviews are uncovered

Amazon’s customer review system, once trusted for its verified buyer opinions, is increasingly under scrutiny as more and more stories of fake reviews surface in the news. Recent investigations have revealled how easily this system can be manipulated by unscrupulous sellers. A PCWorld contributor reported received an offer of $21.65 for a five-star review on […]

Apple Vision Pro U.S. sales plummet

Apple’s Vision Pro headset, priced at $3,500, is experiencing a significant drop in U.S. sales. Market analysts report a 75% decrease by the end of August 2024, with less than 100,000 units sold. Apple has adjusted its sales expectations and shifted focus to international markets like Europe and Asia. The potential for a cheaper model […]