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The companies are backing proposals in other states that would give workers the ability to form unions—but still consider them contractors, not employees. Powered by WPeMatico

Local health departments rely on the old-fangled tech to track cases. A hastily developed machine-learning program gives it an assist. Powered by WPeMatico

Branches of the British grocer Southern Co-op are using surveillance technology to look for potential shoplifters. Powered by WPeMatico

Plus: A visit to the agency’s headquarters, a license for engineers, and a holiday reprieve. Powered by WPeMatico

The company is facing multiple lawsuits from the Department of Justice and three dozen states. Here’s what you need to know. Powered by WPeMatico

As Covid-19 shut down air travel, the industry quickly pivoted to hauling more stuff. It won’t be pivoting away anytime soon. Powered by WPeMatico

Chefs tinkered with food chemistry, while dining apps reengineered logistics. Those changes will endure even after the pandemic is over. Powered by WPeMatico

The small nation of Togo used image analysis algorithms to target economic support for its most vulnerable residents. Powered by WPeMatico

The California Public Utility Commission demanded details on sexual assault cases involving drivers. But Uber says complying would compromise victims’ identities. Powered by WPeMatico

State and local officials are scrambling to figure out how to inoculate millions—after health care workers and the elderly—against the novel coronavirus. Powered by WPeMatico