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INRIX takes on Apple and Google in connected car battle with OpenCar acquisition
OpenCar builds a connected car platform that allows automakers to develop their own software and services, like this weather app, for example. Photos via INRIX.INRIX today announced an […]
Confirmed: Amazon leases 20 Boeing 767 freighter aircraft, continues to expand delivery network
In-depth Amazon coverage from the tech giant’s hometown, including e-commerce, AWS, Amazon Prime, Alexa, logistics, devices, and more.GeekWire Photo IllustratioGeekWire Photo IllustrationAmazon has agreed to lease 20 Boeing […]
Drone delivery to tanker ships — yes, it’s happening, and it could save money
Tugboat captains should beware. Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), may start cutting into one of their revenue streams.Maersk Tankers, a shipping company based in Denmark that operates […]
NFL gives $2.5M to UW Medicine for new Sports Health and Safety Institute
The NFL today announced a $2.5 million donation to the University of Washington School of Medicine for a new institute that will study how to prevent and treat […]
Halo 5 gets ‘Teen’ rating for first time in series history
Each traditional game in the Halo series over the past several years has received a “Mature” rating from the ESRB. Halo 5: Guardians, however, is officially rated as […]