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Here’s What’s In Store For Remote Hiring In 2021

by Lucille Avery on February 21, 2021 in Technology Development

The pandemic threw traditional hiring models into disarray, with overnight work-from-home policies forcing the processes online for countless organizations across the globe. With no option but to adapt, many companies have discovered the numerous benefits of remote hiring, and are now looking to build out their strategy for the year ahead—especially as 82% of US companies are planning to hire in 2021.

That’s exactly why Talview conducted the Remote Hiring Trends for 2021 survey. The report surveyed more than 145 organizations across 20 countries and over 15 industries, and features organizations such as Amazon, Uber, Disney, and Zoom, alongside many

The Technology 202: Here’s how Biden could force greater accountability in Silicon Valley

by Lucille Avery on January 19, 2021 in Technology Evolution

Biden is expected to have a very different relationship with Silicon Valley than he had as vice president.

“The Biden administration knows we need to update our technology regulations for the 21st century,” said Sen. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), who has long called for wide-ranging reform.

Some companies, including Facebook, are scrambling to hire more Democrats after staffing up on Republican lobbyists during the Trump era. “I think for the Internet industry, in particular, it’s going to be tough sledding for the next two years at least,” Rob Atkinson, the president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, a think

Callers swamp COVID vaccine appointment hotlines around Charlotte. Here’s what to know

by Lucille Avery on January 6, 2021 in Technology Consultant

Technology issues have slowed the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out for many people age 75 and older trying to sign up for appointments in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties.

This week, many N.C. counties will host their first public coronavirus vaccination clinics, offering shots to anyone 75 or older. But some sign-ups have been delayed by the large number of people trying to call the hotline, according to Mecklenburg and Gaston counties.

On Monday, Mecklenburg County announced that appointments for shots at the Bojangles Coliseum clinic could be made by calling 980-314-9400 and selecting Option 3, or online at mecknc.gov/COVID-19 or https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/83g1hcpv/.

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Here’s How Micron Technology Stock Gained 27% in November

by Lucille Avery on December 9, 2020 in Technology Consultant

What happened

Shares of Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) rose 27.3% in November 2020, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The rally started when management held an upbeat presentation at a mid-month industry conference.

So what

The memory chip maker’s stock closed 6.8% higher on Nov. 16, following a strong business update from CFO David Zinsner at the Sanford Bernstein Operational Decisions Conference.

Zinsner said that everything is coming up aces in the third quarter, both in terms of market demand and Micron’s operating results. Looking ahead, he saw several significant tailwinds for memory sales in 2021 and beyond.

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Here’s Why Micron Technology Stock Jumped Today

by Lucille Avery on December 6, 2020 in Techology Advancement

What happened

Shares of Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) were trading 6.2% higher by 11:50 a.m. EST, boosted by a fresh set of guidance targets for the first quarter of fiscal year 2021. The memory chip giant’s stock had risen as much as 7.1% in earlier trading.

So what

The midpoint of Micron’s revenue guidance was boosted from $5.2 billion to $5.73 billion. Gross margins are turning out to be wider than expected. Micron’s adjusted first-quarter earnings are now seen landing near $0.71 per share, up from $0.47 per share. Analyst estimates were roughly in line with Micron’s guidance midpoints.

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