Monday, February 18, 2019

Amazon Resets Its Film Operation After Rough Year at Box Office

The tech giant put “too much focus” on art-house fare, the head of Amazon Studios said. The tech giant will now focus more on films for a broader audience, including “sexy date-night movies.”

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2Ijl2ZX

India needs to be absolutely active in Latin America: Argentine foreign minister

India needs to be absolutely active in Latin America: Argentine foreign minister

from India Today | World http://bit.ly/2T7eguF

A Real Tube Carrying Dreams of 600-M.P.H. Transit

Virgin Hyperloop One is testing a system that would put passengers in pods hurtling through vacuum tubes. Other companies are moving ahead with similar plans.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2TVSKpy

Facebook Targeted in Scathing Report by British Parliament

New government regulation of Silicon Valley is needed, a parliamentary committee concluded after an 18-month investigation.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2BGk9ou

Chinese and Iranian Hackers Renew Their Attacks on U.S. Companies

President Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal and his trade conflicts with China are believed to have inspired new waves of attacks.

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2DSbTSH

Sunday, February 17, 2019

In Bid to Conquer Oscars, Netflix Mobilizes Savvy Campaigner and Huge Budget

Lisa Taback, who worked with Harvey Weinstein on awards campaigns for best picture winners like “The Artist” and “The King’s Speech,” is in charge of the lavish effort behind “Roma.”

from NYT > Technology https://nyti.ms/2ttoLdg

Saudi crown prince signs $20 billion in agreements with Pakistan

Saudi crown prince signs $20 billion in agreements with Pakistan

from India Today | World http://bit.ly/2tsi4b7