Adobe Creative Cloud for Educators, Senate Forces Net Neutrality Vote, and Square Acquisitions
On Episode 401 of The Waves of Tech, we are hitting you with some technology news and notes that matter. Adobe is offering the suite of Creative Cloud to educators for an absurd discount – $5 per student per year. Students will have access to Lightroom, Audition, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and more. In net neutrality news, the United States Senate has forced a vote on the floor to reinstate the 2015 Open Internet Order. The ongoing battle over net neutrality between the FCC, the federal government, states, general public, and the tech industry is quickly coming to a boil. Square, the popular payment services company, recently acquired Weebly. The companies form a solid partnership providing a comprehensive solution for business owners and individuals growing their brand, business, and income.
Adobe Offers Creative Cloud at Massive Discount for Educators
Adobe announced last week an incredible discount for the educational industry – the entire suite of Creative Cloud for only $5 per student per year. Creative Cloud includes Lightroom (photography), Illustrator (vector), Audition (audio editing), Dreamweaver and Muse (website creation), XD (design), and other programs. Adobe's chief product officer and leader of the Creative Cloud products stated, "This makes it accessible to everyone."
The license would allow students and kids to use the software at home
Adobe is training the next generation of kids to use their tools and branding
It's a move to make students the next long term customer base
Training, cost, access, and time are all barriers to still using a discounted product
Restoration of Net Neutrality – Senate Vote
In an effort to restore the 2015 Open Internet Order, the United States Senate (made up of 100 elected individuals) expects to vote next week on a new resolution drafted by the Democratic branch of politics. If the resolution passes, the 2015 rules will be reinstated and will place the FCC and Ajit Pai in a particularly tough spot.
The vote is garnishing major support in the tech industry and the activist arena
Tumblr, Reddit, Etsy, and other site have bannered their sites to show support
Net neutrality may be the biggest threat we face to having a open, free, and fair internet
Shortly, we will have a clear idea on where each Senator stands – pro or anti neutrality
Square Buys up Weebly & Food Service Companies
Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter and Square, has been busy buying of companies to provide a more comprehensive and value-added addition to Square. A few weeks ago, it was announced the popular payment system company acquired Weebly. The web hosting service and website builder has a growing base of 625,000 paying subscribers with over 40% of that being international.
Square and Weebly provides users "one cohesive solution to build their business"
An integrated business model should drive interest in using the website services
Square can leverage international markets in Canada, UK, Australia, and Japan
The acquisition of Zesty & Entrees On-Trays boosts their corporate catering branch
Discounted Adobe Suite for Educators
Senate Forced Vote to Restore Net Neutrality
Square is Buying Up Businesses
STEM Jobs, Altaba, AI Displaces Humans And Original iPhone Announcement
On Episode 337 of The Waves of Tech, we dive into tech topics that are meaningful to you, your family, and your friends. We begin by sharing a list of STEM jobs available to workers in the marketplace that do not require a 4-year degree. Next, we share the story of a Japanese company displacing workers with Artificial Intelligence technology. The iPhone was announced 10 years ago by Steve Jobs at the 2007 Apple event, sharing the revolutionary nature of the phone and the announcement. And finally, we provide a Yahoo-Verizon update which includes a strange new branding and company. Enjoy the podcast and continue to ride…the waves of tech.
Green Technology Leads to Worker Safety Concerns And Mac News
Golf Technology, Mac News, and Green Technologies Leading to Worker Safety Concerns. As always, we put a spin on tech and bring you topics that demonstrate the true, all encompassing world of tech.
Video gaming, Overcharged customers, and the Gate's
Video gaming, Overcharged customers, Home movies and the Gate's.
1.The Video Gaming Industry: Nintendo vs. Playstation vs. iPad vs. Zynga
Nintendo to Miss Holiday Season
Nintendo's highly anticipated 3D handheld video game machine (3DS) will miss the holiday shopping season in the US. Compound this announcement with declining sales of Wii console games and Nintendo has growing concern.
PlayStation obviously sees an opportunity to cash in on the motion sensor video gaming industry. PS recently introduced Move in a $100 bundle for those who already own a PS3 or $400 for a new system and the bundle.
iPad and Zynga
Target has begun selling the popular tablet in their stores with hopes of driving holiday traffic into Target stores. Amazon is now selling the iPad as well. Zynga continues to make progress with games such as Farmville and tremendous gift card sales.
2. Verizon To Pay Out $90 Million for Overcharging Customers
15 million Verizon Wireless users will see refunds of $2-$6 on their October or November statements. The FCC has received several complaints about mysterious charges regarding data usage or Internet access. The refund is one of the largest from a telecommunications company. Click here for a link on avoiding bogus mobile phone fees.
3. $30 for a new release movie at home? Studios think you'll pay
The home entertainment business continues to reach new heights. The major movie studios are considering a deal that would place box-office hits in the home between the theater release date and the typical on-demand period. Is this $30 investment worth it for you? Does it fit your lifestyle?
4. Bill and Melinda Gates: $60 Billion Donation
The question is not "What would you do with $1 million?" The real question is "What would you do with $60 billion?" Listen in to hear what Bill and Melinda have decided to do with their amassed fortune. This is an amazing story folks.