Tuesday, 22 February 2022

10 Things in Tech: Google salary data

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Welcome back from the long weekend. We've got lots in store for you today, including the latest salary data from Google, and the Tinder Swindler's controversial Cameo gig.

Let's dive in.

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1. How much would you get paid at Google? Though the search giant doesn't make salaries publicly available, all American companies must disclose how much they intend to pay employees who are hired on a visa — so we analyzed thousands of offers Google made to visa workers to learn how much it pays for these roles. Here's what we found:

Hardware engineers can expect to be paid between $97,600 and $262,000.
Research scientist salaries range from $135,000 to $277,000.
Cloud partner managers at Google can make $186,000.
Google has a range of other unique positions, including a senior director of sustainable development, which makes $398,000.
Our data covers salaries through all of 2021. However, these figures only represent the base salaries, not the additional stock grants that can significantly increase total compensation.

See dozens of other roles and their pay here.

Also, be sure to look through Insider's big tech salary database.

In other news:

2. The Boring Company submitted a proposal for a 6.2-mile tunnel system in Miami. Elon Musk's company hopes to build the North Miami Beach Loop, an underground transit system that would ferry Teslas between seven stations. Everything we know about the proposal.

3. Spotify inked deals with stars from Kim Kardashian to Jordan Peele — but few have released podcasts. Despite splashy announcements of marquee partnerships, Spotify's three-year push to produce its own shows has been rocky. Leaked memos and insiders revealed a creative "bottleneck" at the company. Inside Spotify's struggles to produce original shows.

4. Wordle tracks you more now that The New York Times owns it. According to Gizmodo, The Times has added trackers to the viral word game, some of which are used to send data to third parties, including Google. What we know so far.

5. These 37 Black investors are changing the VC industry. By starting their own funds, these VCs hope to effect change by investing in more underrepresented startup founders. From Brandon Brooks' Overlooked Ventures to Kimmy Paluch's Beta Boom, meet the VCs dedicated to funding diverse startup founders.

6. Hundreds of Salesforce employees are protesting the company's NFT plans. After the software giant announced plans to launch a platform where users can create and sell NFTs, more than 400 workers signed an open letter against the move, citing environmental and economic concerns. Get the full rundown here.

7. Unsealed court records show police relied on Facebook to investigate protests in 2020. Following protests in Kenosha over the police shooting of Jacob Blake, the DOJ filed a search warrant for property-damage suspects' history of likes, posts, and comments, as well as records of voice and video calls. They got everything they wanted.

8. "The Tinder Swindler" is now on Cameo. Simon Leviev, the subject of a new Netflix documentary who was convicted of defrauding women that he met on the dating app, is charging $200 for personalized video messages — and despite backlash, Cameo has defended its decision to partner with Leviev.

Odds and ends:

9. Mercedes-Benz unveiled another electric luxury sedan. On sale next year, the Mercedes-AMG EQE — with up to 677 horsepower and a zero-to-60 time of as little as 3.2 seconds — could prove to be a worthy rival to the standard-setting Tesla Model S. Get a look at the AMG EQE.

10. You probably shouldn't get your mortgage in bitcoin. Milo, a financial-tech company, has launched what it calls "the world's very first" crypto mortgage, but an expert says it may not be the best option for a typical borrower. Why you may not want a crypto mortgage.

What we're watching today:

Kanye West's "Donda 2" is being released today — but you won't be able to find it on any streaming service.
Virgin Galactic is expected to report earnings. Keep up with earnings here.
Museum of the Future opens in Dubai, featuring immersive exhibits exploring new science and technology.
Cyber Security Digital Summit is being held virtually today and tomorrow.
The 11th annual Autonomous Vehicles Silicon Valley conference takes place today.

Curated by Jordan Parker Erb in New York. (Feedback or tips? Email jerb@insider.com or tweet @jordanparkererb.) Edited by Michael Cogley in London.

Friday, 18 February 2022

10 Things in Tech: Peloton's big game

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Happy Friday, folks! Today we're telling you about the arrival of Peloton's video game, and sharing the best Presidents' Day sales available now.

BTW — We'll be off Monday in observance of Presidents' Day. We'll be back in your inboxes on Tuesday.

Now, let's get started.

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1. It's here: Peloton's long-awaited video game has finally arrived. Lanebreak, the company's in-app video game that aims to make exercise entertaining, is now available for Peloton Bike and Bike Plus owners. Here's the rundown:

In the game, riders control a "wheel-like avatar" along a six-lane track (think Mario Kart's Rainbow Road). The further right a rider goes, the higher the resistance becomes, and the harder the workout gets.
Bikers can choose from four different difficulty levels, from beginner to expert, and from several different playlists, with music from artists like David Bowie and David Guetta. Here's how to find the game on your peloton.
The game's release comes despite weeks of drama for the connected-fitness company, which saw thousands of layoffs following its CEO's resignation earlier this month. Leaked screenshots seen by Insider showed employees' names disappearing en masse from the company's Slack.

Everything else to know about Lanebreak.

In other news:

2. Spotify reportedly paid $200 million for Joe Rogan's podcast. Spotify's exclusivity deal with the controversial podcast was initially valued at $100 million — but the streamer actually paid Rogan double what was reported, according to the NYT. Get the full rundown here.

3. Leaked document shows Amazon's ambitious physical stores plans are falling short of expectations. Data viewed by Insider revealed far fewer people are using Dash Carts, its cashierless grocery carts, than it predicted. While it hoped the carts would handle roughly 30% of all shopping sessions, the number is between 11% to 15%. What the minimal usage could mean for Amazon.

4. Future Chevrolet Bolts could have airless tires. According to CNN, Michelin has been working with General Motors to develop airless tires that would be sold on the next-generation electric vehicle, expected to go on sale in the coming years. CNN has the details.

5. Microsoft is hiring for over 6,600 US roles — so we outlined the qualifications you need to get hired. The tech giant is ramping up hiring in areas like engineering and data science, with many jobs paying over $100,000 in base salary. To nab one of those high-paying roles, applicants need certain certifications and skills, which we broke down here.

6. Cisco is making more changes to how its salespeople are compensated. Now, employees will earn a higher commission when selling subscription-based products than they would for one-time purchases —and some are worried it'll hurt their bottom line.

7. Experts share what privacy changes Apple could make next. Apple roiled advertisers last year with its ad updates, and insiders think it could have more plans to clamp down on tracking — like creating its own version of Privacy Sandbox. Here's how it could disrupt the ad industry next.

8. People with bionic eye implants are going blind again as the gadget expires. Hundreds of people have a discontinued retinal implant in their eyeballs — and the nearly bankrupt company that made it isn't offering to remove or update the device. More on the discontinued implants.

Odds and ends:

9. Review: The hybrid Lexus UX proves even luxury cars can be quirky and fun. Starting at $36,425, the 2021 Lexus UX 250h hybrid is young, fun, and colorful, with a sporty exterior and a beautifully designed — but slightly cramped — interior. Read the full review here.

10. We listed the 45 best Presidents' Day sales available now. Big names like Best Buy, Mirror, and GoPro are lowering their prices on tech and appliances this weekend. See the biggest sales happening now.

The latest people moves in tech:

Electric vehicle startup Canoo's talent exodus continues as its manufacturing and investor relations execs leave the company.
CNN's executive vice president and chief marketing officer Allison Gollust resigned on Tuesday.
Peloton's supply chain chief, chief business officer, and chief operating officer have left the company.
Nick Clegg was promoted to president of global affairs at Meta.
Key dogecoin developer Ross Nicoll is stepping away from the meme-based coin.

Curated by Jordan Parker Erb in New York. (Feedback or tips? Email jerb@insider.com or tweet @jordanparkererb.) Edited by Michael Cogley in London.

Thursday, 17 February 2022

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Wednesday, 16 February 2022

10 Things in Tech: Meet the Metamates

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Howdy. Facebook employees are now called "Metamates," and tickets are going on sale for Virgin Galactic space flights.

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1. Meta is on a renaming spree. After 15 years, the company is changing the name of Facebook's News Feed, the homepage that displays posts from users' friends and family. Now, the page will simply be called "Feed."

That's not all. Yesterday, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced updates to the company's core values. The company had long been known for its slogan "move fast and break things," which was changed years ago to just "move fast." Now, it's "move fast together."
"Live in the future," "build awesome things," and "be direct and respect your colleagues" were announced as other core values. But the change that has garnered the most vitriol from employees is — drumroll, please — "Meta, Metamates, Me."
"Meta, Metamates, Me" refers to the naval adage "ship, shipmates, self," which Meta's CTO said is something Instagram has been using for a while internally.
The slogan — which places primary importance on the company, then one's teammates, then the individual — is "about taking care of our company and each other," Zuck wrote in a Facebook post.

Learn more about Metamates.

In other news:

2. Virgin Galactic will open ticket sales for commercial space flights today. If you've got a spare $450,000 laying around, you can secure your spot on the 90-minute flight to space — complete with "several minutes of out-of-seat weightlessness" and "breathtaking views of Earth." Here's the latest on the tickets.

3. Social-media creators are flocking to Web3. Growing tired of supporting major platforms like YouTube and not sharing its massive financial success, some creators are beginning to see NFTs and tokens as an opportunity for autonomy, money, and community. They share why they're partaking in the Web3 craze.

4. Billionaire investor Peter Thiel is reportedly pouring $1.5 million into a dating app for conservatives. After announcing his departure from Meta's board, Thiel is investing in a seed round for "The Right Stuff," a dating app built for conservatives living in major, liberal-leaning cities. What we know so far.

5. Some tech workers from underrepresented backgrounds doubt they have much leverage in pay negotiations. As employees quit their jobs in droves, job seekers are buzzing about negotiating better benefits and, in some cases, almost doubling their pay — but some say their experiences interviewing at giants like Google make them doubt they have the same sway. Here's what tech workers told us.

6. Google is hiring more than 1,000 advertising roles, many of them paying over $150,000. The tech giant is pushing to attract top tech talent across account management, marketing, and engineering. More on Google's hiring push.

7. How much does an Instagram influencer earn in a month? We spoke with Mary Margaret Boudreaux, an Instagram and TikTok creator who has about 20,000 followers — and can make thousands of dollars on her platforms. She breaks down how much she earns, and how she does it.

8. Meta agreed to pay $90 million to settle a lawsuit. The suit, filed in 2012, alleges that Facebook kept tracking users even after they logged off. If approved, it would be one of the 10 biggest data privacy class action settlements ever. Get the rundown on the settlement.

Odds and ends:

9. Victoria's Secret's axed annual fashion show could return … in the metaverse. A series of trademark applications show the lingerie giant plans to sell virtual goods and run virtual fashion shows, which could signal a digital revival of the famed show that was killed in 2019. More on Victoria's Secret's metaverse patents.

10. The pros and cons of the $24,000 Hyundai Santa Cruz. After test-driving the compact pick-up, Insider's transportation reporter broke down a few things to consider before buying. From its spacious trunk to its not-so-spacious back seat, here are eight pros and cons to think about.

What we're watching today:

Cisco, DoorDash, and Shopify are reporting earnings today. Keep up with earnings here.
The House Administration Committee is having a hearing on Big Data at 2 p.m. EST.
"jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy," a new documentary about Ye, launches on Netflix.

Curated by Jordan Parker Erb in New York. (Feedback or tips? Email jerb@insider.com or tweet @jordanparkererb.) Edited by Michael Cogley in London.

Tuesday, 15 February 2022

10 Things in Tech: Microsoft's office return

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Good morning, readers. Today we've got the latest news on Microsoft's reopening plans, and a collection of witch NFTs.

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1. Microsoft's headquarters are set to reopen on February 28. An internal email shows the company is reopening its Redmond, Washington, headquarters, and Bay Area offices later this month for more employees. The email describes all the new rules, including how unvaccinated employees will social distance from colleagues in the office:

Microsoft expects workers in Washington state to adopt their new schedules by March 28, according to the internal email.
Employees must upload proof of vaccination to return to the workplace, but fully vaccinated employees aren't required to wear face coverings indoors in most cases.
There will still be a hybrid work option, though: Microsoft in 2020 introduced a new flexible-work policy to allow remote work for many employees even after the company reopens offices.

Get all the details from the email.

In other news:

2. Texas is suing Meta over its facial recognition program. The state's attorney general says Facebook violated state law by obtaining Texans' biometric identifiers without consent. Now, he's seeking "hundreds of billions of dollars" in civil penalties.

3. A collection of witch NFTs is catching fire with women. The "crypto coven" is a collection of 9,906 digital images of witches that have been minted as non-fungible tokens — and have generated over $20 million in sales. How five friends created the crypto coven.

4. Peloton is reportedly close to launching its own rowing machine. The Financial Times reported that the company is working to add two new products to its connected-fitness lineup: the long-awaited rowing machine, and a piece of strength equipment. Get the rundown on the rowing machine, codenamed Project Caesar.

5. Shopify is all in on its Shop app. The company has indicated that many more features are on the way to the app — and analysts say its work on Shop could help the company compete more directly with PayPal and Square. The $20 billion reason Shopify is growing its app.

6. The latest in the bitcoin couple case: The couple accused of laundering $4.5 billion in bitcoin appeared before court for the first time since their arrest, where a judge ruled Heather Morgan can await trial at home, but her husband must wait behind bars. Here's what else happened in court.

7. New filings show Elon Musk donated $5.7 billion worth of Tesla shares to charity last year. The donations made in November came days after the UN gave Musk details of its plan to fight world hunger. More details on Musk's donations here.

8. DoorDash will start punishing McDonald's restaurants for slow service and order mistakes. The delivery service is lowering its base commission rate for McDonald's, but is hiking rates for locations that keep its delivery drivers waiting. Here's what you need to know.

Odds and ends:

9. This writer bought an iPhone after only using Android smartphones. After avoiding Apple products for nearly a decade, Asonta Benetti tried out the iPhone 13 — and despite some differences, was ultimately happy she switched. She shares the five things that surprised her.

10. A billionaire astronaut bought up to three SpaceX flights. Through an initiative called the Polaris Program, billionaire Jared Isaacman hopes to launch several flights later this year. More on that here.

What we're watching today:

Airbnb, Roblox, and others are reporting earnings today. Keep up with earnings here.
The Singapore Airshow begins today.
Meta, Facebook's parent company, is set to appeal the UK block on its GIPHY acquisition.

Curated by Jordan Parker Erb in New York. (Feedback or tips? Email jerb@insider.com or tweet @jordanparkererb.) Edited by Michael Cogley in London.