Amazon recently announced it’s closing all its operations in Quebec.This move will cut about 1,950 jobs, including 1,700 full-time workers. The company says it’s shifting back to a third-party delivery model, claiming this will save customers money. But labor unions and critics are asking: Is this really about saving money, or is it about getting rid of unionized workers? A … [Read more...] about Why Amazon’s Decision in Quebec Raises Familiar Questions
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Nest Purchases Dropcam for $555M of Google’s Money
A lot of companies are buying a lot of other companies these days, with one of the latest acquisitions being Nest's $555 million dollar grab for Dropcam. Designed to be a cloud-based WiFi video streaming service, Dropcam may seem like an unusual investment for a company known best for thermostats and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors; at least until you consider that there seems … [Read more...] about Nest Purchases Dropcam for $555M of Google’s Money