Coding bootcamps: fraud, false promises, poor quality, angry students and income share agreements
Ichinoseki Think twice before signing papers with a coding or cybersecurity bootcamp, especially if they require you to sign an income share agreement (ISA). Fraud is rampant among the growing amount of bootcamps promising students a quick and easy way to learn coding or cybersecurity. These bootcamps often promise a higher paying job immediately after graduating. ….read more
Internet access: a basic human right and critical public utility required for modern survival
A global internet connects us all, is a part of modern life, and is required for basic survival, education, health, entertainment, and communication needs. Every human deserves unfiltered high speed internet access as a basic human right. Regardless of your political stance, the internet has become one of the most widely used communication mediums in ….read more
These are the cheapest no contract cell phone plans for budget-minded students
I tested the two cheapest US cell plan providers most people have never heard about. How about a national network cell phone plan for $10 to $35 per month – including taxes, and no hidden charges? If you like saving money, this article is for you. Earlier this year, both Republic Wireless and US Mobile ….read more
Would you spend $1k on a smartphone without a headphone jack or memory card slot?
Some people are loyal to brands, paying $800-1,200 on new smartphones that offer little to no difference in function or performance, compared to previous versions. When it comes to the right phone, options, speed, and functionality are key. But what happens when the price tag increases and the consumer options decrease? Apple and Google have ….read more
Use a food delivery app? About 28% of delivery drivers say they’ve tasted your food
Technology is great, but it might have also made it a bit easier for your delivery driver to taste your food. Just about anyone can sign up to be a delivery driver through popular apps, such as Uber Eats and Doordash. These two have been in the news recently about how they handle tipping, but ….read more
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