TuesdayMar 11, 2025 9:00 am

5 Trends Likely to Redefine Ecommerce in Years to Come 

Ecommerce is changing fast. New technology, shifting consumer habits, and innovative business strategies are shaping the future of online shopping. As more people turn to digital platforms for their shopping needs, businesses must stay ahead of trends to remain competitive. Here are five key trends that are expected to redefine ecommerce in the coming years. Social Shopping Will Dominate Online Retail Social shopping is becoming a major force in online retail. Social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are now more than just places to connect with friends. They have become shopping destinations where users can discover, review, and…

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FridayMar 07, 2025 10:45 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), Staque Develop Hybrid Quantum Application to Optimize Autonomous Agriculture Vehicles

The companies expect the application to accelerate autonomy in agriculture, streamlining agricultural operations. The technology aims to enhance efficiency in large-scale farming by providing real-time optimization solutions. The initiative is part of a broader strategic partnership between D-Wave and Staque to accelerate commercial adoption of annealing quantum computing. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, and the first supplier of production-grade quantum computers, and Staque, a leading consulting and development practice in AI, blockchain and quantum computing, collaborated to develop a hybrid-quantum system designed to optimize the movements of autonomous agricultural vehicles…

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FridayMar 07, 2025 10:00 am

UK to Launch Investigation into the Use of Children’s Personal Information on Video Sharing Platforms

The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched a series of investigations into the handling of children’s personal information on social media and video-sharing platforms. The move targets three major platforms—TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur—raising concerns about data privacy, age verification, and exposure to inappropriate content for young users. Among the platforms under investigation, TikTok is facing particular scrutiny regarding how it collects and processes the personal data of users aged 13–17. The ICO is assessing how the platform’s recommendation algorithms use this information to serve content to young audiences. With increasing concerns about the influence of social media on children,…

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ThursdayMar 06, 2025 10:00 am

Las Vegas Woman Used Dating Apps to Lure Older Men and Steal from Them

A shocking case of fraud and deception has emerged as authorities investigate a Las Vegas woman accused of using dating apps to lure unsuspecting men into a dangerous trap. Aurora Phelps, 43, is currently in custody in Mexico and faces multiple charges including wire fraud, identity theft, and even kidnapping. The FBI has described Phelps’ scheme as a “romance scam on steroids.” Using popular dating platforms such as Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble, she allegedly targeted older men, building trust before persuading them to meet her in Mexico. Once there, she reportedly drugged them with prescription sedatives, allowing her to steal…

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TuesdayMar 04, 2025 10:00 am

Proposed Senate Bill Seeks to Combat Crypto Scams

Cryptocurrency ATMs are now a common sight at gas stations and grocery stores across the U.S. While they provide convenient access to digital currency, they have also become a tool for scammers—especially targeting older adults. Illinois Senator Dick Durbin has proposed the Crypto ATM Fraud Prevention Act to combat fraud and enhance consumer protection. The bill proposes new transaction limits to prevent large-scale scams. If passed, new users would be restricted to spending $2,000 per day and $10,000 over 14 days at crypto ATMs. Additionally, companies would be required to speak directly with new users attempting to conduct transactions over…

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