Techmeme Ride Home Fri. 04/10 – HUGE: Apple and Google Join Forces For Coronavirus Contact Tracing
Apr 10, 2020
Apple and Google are teaming up to create contact tracing tools for pandemic management. Amazon is ramping up its game with plans for COVID-19 testing labs for employees, showcasing its resilience during the crisis. Meanwhile, Google is rolling out a new application for unemployment claims in New York. Instagram is enhancing its game with web access for Direct Messages, catering to influencers. Lastly, discussions on Airbnb's struggles during the pandemic add depth to the landscape of tech and rental markets.
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Contact Tracing App
- Apple and Google partnered to create a contact tracing app using Bluetooth technology.
- This helps individuals know if they've been near someone infected with COVID-19.
Amazon Employee Testing
- Amazon is developing COVID-19 testing for its employees and antigen testing.
- This aims to ensure worker health and maintain operational efficiency.
Google and Unemployment Claims
- Google built a portal for New York State to handle unemployment claims.
- They are open to offering similar services to other states struggling with outdated systems.
