FollowNearly 6,000 Bessemer workers could kick off a movement that takes Amazon's reputation for reliable delivery out of its control.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.8 min readFor the first time in seven years, warehouse workers are deciding whether to unionize, which could give them more say in their hours, pay and working conditions. Union drives rarely...…FollowNearly 6,000 Bessemer workers could kick off a movement that takes Amazon's reputation for reliable delivery out of its control.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.8 min readFor the first time in seven years, warehouse workers are deciding whether to unionize, which could give them more say in their hours, pay and working conditions. Union drives rarely...WW…

FollowPeople are receiving tax forms or getting letters from a state unemployment agency for unemployment income they didn't receive.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.4 min readAs the pandemic prompted millions of job losses in 2020, the federal government responded by putting an extra into the pockets of people receiving unemployment benefits, then later in...…FollowPeople are receiving tax forms or getting letters from a state unemployment agency for unemployment income they didn't receive.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.4 min readAs the pandemic prompted millions of job losses in 2020, the federal government responded by putting an extra into the pockets of people receiving unemployment benefits, then later in...WW…

Amazon's founder will remain as executive chairman. Jassy is currently head of Amazon Web Services and has been with the company since 1997.CEO will step down later this year, turning over the reins of the world's largest e-commerce company to Andy Jassy, a longtime lieutenant who runs Amazon Web Services. Amazon nested the news in its announcement of fourth-quarter earnings, which beat expectations. The transition comes as Amazon navigates a tricky period in its history. The company is reaping huge profits as consumers, locked at home because of the crisis, become more reliant on both...…Amazon's founder will remain as executive chairman. Jassy is currently head of Amazon Web Services and has been with the company since 1997.CEO will step down later this year, turning over the reins of the world's largest e-commerce company to Andy Jassy, a longtime lieutenant who runs Amazon Web Services. Amazon nested the news in its announcement of fourth-quarter earnings, which beat expectations. The transition comes as Amazon navigates a tricky period in its history. The company is reaping huge profits as consumers, locked at home because of the crisis, become more reliant on both...WW…

FollowJenna Ryan is raising money to cover legal costs and "other losses" brought on by her arrest. But she can't collect funds via PayPal anymore.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.2 min readTexas real estate agent Jenna Ryan can't accept donations on PayPal anymore, the payment processing giant said Thursday. PayPal closed her account after she made a plea...…FollowJenna Ryan is raising money to cover legal costs and "other losses" brought on by her arrest. But she can't collect funds via PayPal anymore.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.2 min readTexas real estate agent Jenna Ryan can't accept donations on PayPal anymore, the payment processing giant said Thursday. PayPal closed her account after she made a plea...WW…

FollowOfficial MAGA merchandise is no longer for sale through Shopify from Trump-associated stores, and an account that supported Trump supporters who traveled to DC is deactivated.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readOnline commerce and payment services have stopped the flow of money to Trump-related accounts in light of Wednesday's insurrection at...…FollowOfficial MAGA merchandise is no longer for sale through Shopify from Trump-associated stores, and an account that supported Trump supporters who traveled to DC is deactivated.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readOnline commerce and payment services have stopped the flow of money to Trump-related accounts in light of Wednesday's insurrection at...WW…

FollowOfficial MAGA merchandise is no longer for sale through Shopify from Trump-associated stores, and an account that supported Trump supporters who traveled to DC is deactivated.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readOnline commerce and payment services have stopped the flow of money to Trump-related accounts in light of Wednesday's insurrection at...…FollowOfficial MAGA merchandise is no longer for sale through Shopify from Trump-associated stores, and an account that supported Trump supporters who traveled to DC is deactivated.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readOnline commerce and payment services have stopped the flow of money to Trump-related accounts in light of Wednesday's insurrection at...WW…

FollowExclusive: Advertisers are collecting info that can help them skirt an Android privacy feature, according to new research.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.6 min readSome apps may track your activity over time, even when you tell them to forget the past. And there's nothing you can do about it.Roughly 17,000 apps collect identifying information that...…FollowExclusive: Advertisers are collecting info that can help them skirt an Android privacy feature, according to new research.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.6 min readSome apps may track your activity over time, even when you tell them to forget the past. And there's nothing you can do about it.Roughly 17,000 apps collect identifying information that...WW…

FollowIn a separate vote, lawmakers strengthen a program that examines privacy issues raised by government requests for data.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readFor the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the and websites.The US Senate voted down an on Wednesday that would create a tougher standard for government...…FollowIn a separate vote, lawmakers strengthen a program that examines privacy issues raised by government requests for data.Laura HautalaSenior WriterLaura writes about e-commerce and Amazon, and she occasionally covers cool science topics. Previously, she broke down cybersecurity and privacy issues for CNET readers. Laura is based in Tacoma, Wash. and was into sourdough before the pandemic.3 min readFor the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the and websites.The US Senate voted down an on Wednesday that would create a tougher standard for government...WW…