2013 Record: Business
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos buys The Washington Post for $250 million, signaling a new era for legacy media. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The… Read More »2013 Record: Business
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2013 Report: Microsoft’s Project Adam
Microsoft demonstrates Project Adam, a system 50 times faster and more efficient at training neural networks than Google’s systems from the previous year, capable of… Read More »2013 Report: Microsoft’s Project Adam
2013 File: The Super Bowl Blackout
Super Bowl XLVII is interrupted by a 34-minute power outage in the New Orleans Superdome, leading to iconic „dunk in the dark” social media marketing.… Read More »2013 File: The Super Bowl Blackout
2013 Digest: Lifestyle
„Juice Cleanses” reach their peak popularity as a New Year’s resolution staple. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2013 Year of the Selfie &… Read More »2013 Digest: Lifestyle
2013 File: The Rise of Slack
Slack is founded, prioritizing bot integration and automation from day one. Data from millions of professional conversations becomes a new source for learning contextual business… Read More »2013 File: The Rise of Slack
2013 Edition: The Death of Paul Walker
The Fast & Furious star dies in a tragic car accident in November, leading to a massive outpouring of grief from fans worldwide. Part of… Read More »2013 Edition: The Death of Paul Walker
2013 Classic: Politics
Chris Christie is embroiled in „Bridgegate,” a scandal involving intentional traffic jams on the George Washington Bridge. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2013… Read More »2013 Classic: Politics
2013 Archive: iPhone 5s and Touch ID
Apple introduces the A7 processor with the „Secure Enclave.” It uses AI algorithms to map a user’s fingerprint, becoming more accurate with every use and… Read More »2013 Archive: iPhone 5s and Touch ID
2013 File: Technology
The „Selfie” is named the Oxford Dictionary’s Word of the Year after a 17,000% increase in its usage. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The… Read More »2013 File: Technology
2013 Vault: Law
The George Zimmerman trial concludes with a „not guilty” verdict, sparking protests across the United States. Part of the 59 Fun Facts: The 2013 Year… Read More »2013 Vault: Law