Tech worker visas face uncertain future under Trump, Sessions
SAN FRANCISCO The main U.S. visa program for technology workers could face renewed scrutiny under President-elect Donald Trump and his proposed Attorney General, Senator Jeff Sessions, a long-time critic of the skilled-worker program.
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LONDON Facebook said it would expand its presence in Britain by 50 percent in 2017, joining other U.S. technology firms in increasing investment despite the uncertainty sparked by the country's vote to leave the European Union.
Opera CEO says no longer aiming for acquisitions or divestment
OSLO Norway's Opera Software no longer plans to buy or sell companies and will instead stay focused on developing its mobile advertising units after the recent divestment of a key business, chief executive Lars Boilesen told Reuters on Monday.
Alibaba Cloud stretches global reach with four new facilities
BEIJING Alibaba Cloud plans to open four new data facilities outside China, the cloud unit of Alibaba Holdings Ltd said on Monday, as it seeks to grab global market share from leading players Amazon.com Inc and Microsoft.
Aixtron says has arguments to counter security worries over China deal
FRANKFURT German chip equipment maker Aixtron said on Monday it had factual arguments to overcome U.S. and German concerns about its being bought by a Chinese consortium, which appear to hinge on the defence applications of its technology.
Galaxy Note 7 recall did not damage Samsung brand in U.S. - poll
SAN FRANCISCO A global recall of fire-prone Galaxy Note 7 smartphones did not appear to hurt U.S. consumers' willingness to buy Samsung Electronics phones, a Reuters/Ipsos opinion poll released on Sunday showed.
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