Big Tech and the digital economy

Investigation Reveals Dangerous Conditions and Exploitation Among Migrant Workers in Europe's Datacentre Boom

A joint investigation by the Guardian and Investigate Europe exposes severe safety hazards, disease outbreaks, and unpaid wages affecting migrant workers constructing datacentres across Europe for major tech giants…

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Big Tech and the digital economy

Why Your Smartwatch Cannot Distinguish Between Stress and Excitement

While smartwatches can track physiological changes linked to anxiety, a study reveals that elevated heart rates do not always reflect actual stress, as devices struggle to differentiate between negative pressure and…

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Big Tech and the digital economy

Big Tech's Data Center Spending Surge Sparks Investor Concerns Over Cash Flow

Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Meta are projected to spend over $720 billion this year on data centers, tripling their investment from two years ago. This aggressive capital expenditure has led some firms to issue new…

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