Senior Tax ManagerUnityBengaluru, India5 hours agoApplyThe opportunityCompany Overview:Unity Technologies is the creator of the world’s leading platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D (RT3D) content. Creators, ranging from game developers to artists, architects, automotive designers, and filmmakers, use Unity to bring their ideas to life. Our platform provides tools that enable businesses worldwide to innovate, scale, and bring new experiences to their users.At Unity, we are passionate about fostering creativity, collaboration, and growth. Join us to help power the next generation of creators in their journey to build amazing experiences.The Role:We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Tax Manager to oversee the Unity tax team in India and support the global team in a variety of strategic areas, including India tax, global tax provision, transfer pricing, Global VAT, and US indirect tax. Reporting to the Global Head of Tax, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, managing risks, and driving strategic initiatives related to tax within the region and across the tax organization. This position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of corporate tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax operations across multiple jurisdictions. As we grow, this role will be pivotal in shaping our tax strategy in a fast-moving environment and ensuring alignment with Unity’s global tax policies and business objectives.What you'll be doingTax Compliance and Reporting - lead and manage tax compliance for India, including corporate income tax, GST, TDS, etc.; support the existing APAC tax operations team in managing tax compliance across APAC jurisdictions; oversee tax provision and reporting processes for APAC and global indirect tax; partner with the Finance org and external advisors to resolve compliance and reporting matters; build and oversee a team to support key tax compliance process for EMEA VAT, US indirect tax, and global transfer pricingTax Advisory and Planning - support business expansion and new initiatives from a tax perspective, including M&A activities, new product launches, and restructuring projects; provide regional tax expertise on corporate structure optimization, effective tax rates, and incentives; advise on cross-border transactions, intercompany charges, and ensure compliance with regional transfer pricing regulationsRisk Management and Audit Defense - proactively manage tax risks in the region by maintaining thorough documentation and staying up to date with changing tax laws and regulations; represent the company during tax audits and work collaboratively with tax authorities as necessary; ensure compliance with BEPS (Base Erosion and Profit Shifting) requirements, including economic substance initiatives and Pillar 2 global tax initiativesBusiness Partnering - collaborate closely with finance, legal, and business teams to monitor and support Unity's regional operations; act as a trusted partner by providing clear communication and practical advice on tax matters including contract reviews; develop strong relationships with external tax advisors, government agencies, and other stakeholdersTax Process Improvement - identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tax workflows; support the deployment and integration of tax technology solutions for indirect and direct tax automation, partnering with IT when necessaryWhat we're looking forBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field; CPA, Chartered Accountant (CA), or an advanced degree in taxation is strongly preferred.10+ years of relevant tax experience, including in-house corporate tax in a multinational environment and/or Big 4 advisory firms with domestic Indian tax compliance expertise and exposure to APAC tax jurisdictions and 3+ years managing a team in-house and/or at Big 4 advisory firms.Strong expertise in regional corporate tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax laws (familiarity with countries like China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, India, Taiwan, and others in APAC - knowledge of EMEA VAT and US indirect tax is a plus)Robust knowledge of international tax principles, including OECD guidelines, BEPS, and US GAAP, including ASC 740 tax reporting.Proven experience managing tax audits and disputes across multiple jurisdictions.You might also haveExceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a strong attention to detail.Advanced communication and stakeholder management abilities; able to distill complex tax topics for non-tax professionals.Knowledge or experience in working within the gaming, technology, or software-as-a-service (SaaS) industries.Familiarity with APAC regional tax incentives and grants for technology-driven businesses.Experience with tax technology tools (e.g, Alteryx, Onesource, Power Automate) is a plus.Additional informationRelocation support is not available for this position.Work visa/immigration sponsorship is not available for this positionLife at UnityUnity [NYSE: U] is the leading platform to create and grow games and interactive experiences. Creators, ranging from game developers to artists, architects, automotive designers, infrastructure experts, filmmakers, and more, use Unity to bring their imaginations to life across multiple platforms, from mobile, PC, and console, to spatial computing.As of the third quarter of 2024, more than 70% of the top 1,000 mobile games were made with Unity, and in 2024, Made with Unity applications had an average of 3.7 billion downloads per month. For more information, please visit Unity.Unity is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If there are preparations or accommodations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please fill out this form to let us know.This position requires the incumbent to have a sufficient knowledge of English to have professional verbal and written exchanges in this language since the performance of the duties related to this position requires frequent and regular communication with colleagues and partners located worldwide and whose common language is English.Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. Unity does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Unity will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Unity.Your privacy is important to us. Please take a moment to review our Prospect and Applicant Privacy Policies. 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Position Title: Senior Programmer (Remote/Hybrid) Location: Bethesda, Maryland, United StatesJob Category: Technical SolutionsJob Type: Full TimeDescription:Overview - Senior Programmer (Remote/Hybrid)Salary Range: ($100k-$130k) depending on experience and qualifications. Overview Would you like to work as part of a collaborative, dynamic, multidisciplinary project team of subject matter experts and clinical specialists on a wide range of Technical Applications? Are you energized by designing, building, and maintaining web applications in a fast-paced team environment? Join our team of professionals to help customers realize mission-enabling benefits from implementing leading-edge technologies. The senior programmer creates and maintains innovative software solutions that enhance efficiencies for all MCA/SGS departments. This role's primary responsibility is to lead programming efforts during new solution development and existing solution enhancement. Additionally, the senior programmer is expected to mentor other members of MCA/SGS's software solutions team. The Senior Developer creates and maintains innovative software solutions, which enhance efficiencies for MCA/SGS customers and departments. This role focuses on the development, support, and maintenance of new and legacy web applications in a fast-paced, high-demand team environment to help the customer realize mission-enabling benefits from implementing leading-edge technologies.Remote Senior Programmer ResponsibilitiesDesign and build efficient, well-tested, and reusable User Interface custom components using JavaScript, .NET, C#, WPF, VB.NET, HTML5, CSS, Angular, Atlassian products, Python, 4D, and Batch/Shell scripting.Analyze and interpret complex requirements from customersEnsure consistency with an established software development architectureIntroduce new technologies and best practices as needed to solve business problemsBe a part of the development team to create practical solutions in an Agile/DevOps environmentBe an expert in research and identify a technical solution and be a mentor to other staff team membersWork under consultative or self-initiated direction to develop innovative, data-driven software solutions that enable efficiency or complicated analysisInterface with various MCA/SGS departments and end-users to gather business requirements used to develop useful data capture tools, data manipulations, data views, and tracking mechanisms.Design elegant and understandable code with clear process flow and version control.Create efficient front-end designs and UI/UX.Learn new development techniques and programming languages as the field continues to evolve and MCA/SGS needs dictate.Enhance existing systems through regular communication with key stakeholders, analysis, modification, and improvement.Establish and maintain written processes and systems to identify and correct software defects.Convert current stopgap solutions to long-term MCA/SGS assets.Create new and enhance existing operational documentation.Document lessons learned and incorporate learnings into future workContribute to the development and maintenance of MCA/SGS's SDLCParticipate in cross-functional project teams as required.Consult closely with the Director of Technical Solutions on projects, milestones, and tasks.Comply with all State and Federal regulations and abide by company policies and procedures.Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.Remote Senior Programmer QualificationsBachelor's degree (BA/BS) from an accredited 4-year college or university required in Computer Programming or a related fieldCertification of skill or Database Development/Management, Computer Science preferredStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities10+ years of related programming experienceExperience developing and maintaining software solutions that encompass both database and Windows application solutionsExperience with project management and Agile methodologies preferredExperience using manipulating and presenting data using MS Excel. Experience with MS Office and Visio preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skills to coordinate development efforts with all stakeholders and team members.Ability to write technical documentation to support version control, department SOPs, and collaboration with external entitiesAbility to obtain and maintain a security clearanceU.S. Citizen Software ExpertiseVisual Studio 2015 & laterMS ExcelSource Controls such as GitMS Access Programming ExperienceC#, .NET, WPF, VB.NETWeb APIs and WCF services/API (Windows Communication Foundation).Net Core applicationsHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Angular and JSONPython4DMSSQL/MySQL, be able to develop and maintain SQL scripts including stored procedures, views and functions.Batch/Shell scripting For a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join Sedgwick Government Solutions talented team. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Our clients depend on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable assetstheir employees, and their customers. At Sedgwick Government Solutions, caring counts . Join our team of creative and caring people of all backgrounds and help us make a difference in the lives of others. Sedgwick Government Solutions provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of a specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is ($100,000 - $130,000). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.To be considered for this position, please submit a resume, and complete the application.The information provided above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work of the position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Important Information Successful candidates will be required to undergo a financial and criminal background check and obtain and maintain confidential-level security clearance upon hire. We participate in the United States Federal Government E-Verify program to confirm the employment authorization of the employee upon hire. Search Firm Representatives Please be advised that Sedgwick Government Solutions (Government Solutions) is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, a valid written agreement and task order must be in place before any resumes are submitted to Government Solutions. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Government Solutions without a valid written agreement and task order in place will be deemed the sole property of Government Solutions and no fee will be paid in the event that person is hired by Government Solutions. Government Solutions strives to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability-related accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Government Solutions regarding accommodations. Sedgwick Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws as appropriate, or upon the protected status of the persons relatives, friends or associates. Sedgwick Government Solutions abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) . This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. Sedgwick Government Solutions abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) . This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.About Sedgwick Sedgwick Government Solutions is a fully owned subsidiary of Sedgwick. Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits, and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they face a major life event or something unexpected happens. 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Gone CDC can no longer help prevent lead poisoning in children, state officials say Under Trump, the CDC's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program was cut. Beth Mole – May 23, 2025 11:54 am | 97 The three recalled pouches linked to lead poisonings. Credit: FDA The three recalled pouches linked to lead poisonings. Credit: FDA Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only   Learn more Amid the brutal cuts across the federal government under the Trump administration, perhaps one of the most gutting is the loss of experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention who respond to lead poisoning in children. On April 1, the staff of the CDC's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program was terminated as part of the agency's reduction in force, according to NPR. The staff included epidemiologists, statisticians, and advisors who specialized in lead exposures and responses. The cuts were immediately consequential to health officials in Milwaukee, who are currently dealing with a lead exposure crisis in public schools. Six schools have had to close, displacing 1,800 students. In April, the city requested help from the CDC's lead experts, but the request was denied—there was no one left to help. In a Congressional hearing this week, US health secretary and anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told lawmakers, "We have a team in Milwaukee." But Milwaukee Health Commissioner Mike Totoraitis told NPR that this is false. "There is no team in Milwaukee," he said. "We had a single [federal] staff person come to Milwaukee for a brief period to help validate a machine, but that was separate from the formal request that we had for a small team to actually come to Milwaukee for our Milwaukee Public Schools investigation and ongoing support there." Kennedy has also previously told lawmakers that lead experts at the CDC who were terminated would be rehired. But that statement was also false. The health department's own communications team told ABC that the lead experts would not be reinstated. While Milwaukee continues to struggle, a Stat report Friday hints at losses yet to come. Looking back at the national scandal of lead-contaminated apple-sauce pouches, Stat reported that at least six of the CDC scientists and experts who worked on that nationwide poisoning event are gone. The poisonings were first revealed in cases in Hickory, North Carolina, where officials relied on help from the CDC to track down the source. The CDC's investigation subsequently identified 566 lead-poisoned children across 44 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC, and helped get the tainted applesauce off shelves, Stat noted. If the poisonings had happened now, "we wouldn’t have been able to do the broad outreach to tell all the state lead programs to look out for this, and we wouldn’t have been able to measure the impact because CDC is the one that does that across state lines," one laid-off CDC worker told the outlet. Further, the CDC's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is what funded the three North Carolina epidemiologists who collect and process lead-testing data. The funding runs out in October, and with the program now wiped out, it's unclear what will happen. "It’s hard to sleep through the night," Ed Norman, head of the children’s environmental health unit at North Carolina’s health department, told Stat. He tried asking CDC staff what happens after October, but everyone he had been in touch with is gone. Beth Mole Senior Health Reporter Beth Mole Senior Health Reporter Beth is Ars Technica’s Senior Health Reporter. Beth has a Ph.D. in microbiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and attended the Science Communication program at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She specializes in covering infectious diseases, public health, and microbes. 97 Comments

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! For those U.S.-based readers out there, enjoy the long Memorial Day weekend, and if you’re on the road, expect it to be crowded. AAA projects 45.1 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day holiday period, from Thursday to Monday. About 39.4 million of those folks will use a car. Let’s get to it! This edition has news on loads of companies, including Aurora, Uber, Tesla, and Waymo. Plus, a number of startups you may be interested in. A little bird Image Credits:Bryce Durbin Got a tip for us? Email Kirsten Korosec at kirsten.korosec@techcrunch.com or my Signal at kkorosec.07, Sean O’Kane at sean.okane@techcrunch.com, or Rebecca Bellan at rebecca.bellan@techcrunch.com. Or check out these instructions to learn how to contact us via encrypted messaging apps or SecureDrop. Deals! Image Credits:Bryce Durbin Luminar, the lidar startup turned SPAC, appears to be grasping for capital. Why else would the company make a deal with Yorkville Advisors Global that could bring another $200 million into its coffers through the sale of convertible preferred stock over an 18-month period? Under the terms, Luminar will issue $35 million in convertible preferred stock to the investors. Luminar may issue additional tranches in amounts of up to $35 million no more than every 60 days at a purchase price equal to 96% of the stated value of the convertible preferred stock. You might recall Luminar’s board recently replaced founder Austin Russell as its CEO. The company is also going through another restructuring — its third in a year. Other deals that got my attention … Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW SparkCharge, which offers what it calls “charging-as-a-service” for fleets, raised $15.5 million in a Series A-1 round led by Monte’s Fam, with participation from Cleveland Avenue, Collab Capital, Elemental Impact, MarcyPen, and non sibi ventures. Alongside the equity round, SparkCharge also secured a $15 million venture loan from Horizon Technology Finance Corp. Sylndr, a Cairo-based online used car sales startup that is expanding into auto financing, servicing, and tools for dealers, raised $15.7 million. The round was led by Development Partners International’s Nclude Fund. The startup also raised nearly $10 million in debt financing from local banks in the past year. Is an auction a deal? Perhaps for someone. Nikola’s hydrogen trucks, which have a value of about $114 million, are up for auction — one of the company’s last steps in unloading all of its assets after filing for bankruptcy in February. Notable reads and other tidbits Image Credits:Bryce Durbin Autonomous vehicles Aurora has put human “observers” in its self-driving trucks at the request of its partner PACCAR, a disclosure that has some scratching their heads about the move. To be clear, these “observers” are not human safety operators, meaning they can’t intervene. An Aurora spokesperson confirmed and noted they have a different role than the human safety operators in the company’s supervised hauls.  This news prompted folks to send me a slew of messages with questions like “Why?” and “What’s the point?”  Einride founder Robert Falck is stepping down from the role of CEO. Einride’s CFO, Roozbeh Charli, will take over the role of chief executive effective immediately. Reliable Robotics, the autonomous aviation company, appointed Marc Stoll as its new CFO. Stoll is the former VP of Finance at Apple and partner at Eclipse Ventures. Zoox has completed the “initial mapping phase” and will begin testing its self-driving vehicles in Atlanta later this summer. The California Public Utilities Commission approved Waymo’s request to expand its commercial robotaxi service area into more communities south of San Francisco. Meanwhile, Waymo and Uber plan to start offering robotaxi rides in Atlanta to select customers who signed onto a waitlist earlier this year. Tesla plans to limit where its robotaxis operate in Austin, Texas, to specific areas the company deems “the safest,” according to Elon Musk. Using a geofence represents a major strategy shift for Musk, who spent years claiming his company would be able to create a general-purpose self-driving solution that could be dropped into any location and work without human supervision.  Electric vehicles, charging, & batteries Arc unveiled a new electric boat called the Arc Coast, a $168,000 watercraft with a center console design. Senate Republicans have voted to overturn a waiver that allowed California to set stricter air pollution standards for vehicles. The state has received waivers more than 100 times since federal laws granted the right some 50 years ago. Gig economy Uber plans to launch a B2B logistics service in India through a partnership with a government-backed nonprofit that aims to break the domination of Flipkart, the e-commerce giant backed by Amazon and Walmart. AI Uber Freight recently launched a suite of AI features to shippers around the world as part of its existing supply chain software. That includes an expansion of Insights AI, which Uber Freight quietly launched in 2023, as well as more than 30 AI agents built to “execute key logistics tasks throughout the freight lifecycle.” Senior reporter Sean O’Kane interviewed CEO Lior Ron about the company’s dive into AI — including the how, why, and what’s next. This week’s wheels Image Credits:Rebecca Bellan Yup, “This week’s wheels” is back with Rebecca Bellan, who writes about her time on the new Heybike Alpha, a sturdy, fat-tire, all-terrain e-bike with a $1,699 price tag.  The entire review can be read here.  For those who want the highlights: The Alpha ticked a lot of boxes for Bellan — notably the mid-drive motor with torque sensor and long-lasting battery. There were some frustrations, though, too. Putting the bike together, the app, and outsized horn were disappointments. But generally, Rebecca felt the Alpha was an excellent all-around e-bike, whether you want to take it on off-road adventures or use it in the city to do your weekly Trader Joe’s shopping.

Posted on : May 23, 2025 By Tech World Times Fintech  Rate this post In today’s fast-evolving financial landscape, investors are presented with more options than ever before. From innovative fintech platforms to traditional brokerage firms, the choices for managing and growing your investment portfolio are abundant. One of the newest contenders in this arena is Money6x.com, a digital platform that aims to revolutionize the way people invest. But how does it really compare to tried-and-tested traditional brokerages? In this article, we’ll break down the strengths and weaknesses of each to help you decide which approach best suits your financial goals. Understanding Money6x.com Money6x dot com positions itself as a next-generation investment platform. With a focus on technology-driven solutions, it promises users an intuitive interface, cutting-edge tools, and potentially higher returns. It markets itself primarily to younger, tech-savvy investors who are looking for more control, transparency, and speed in their financial decisions. Key Features of Money6x.com: User-Friendly Dashboard: The platform boasts an easy-to-navigate interface that helps users manage portfolios effortlessly. AI-Based Investment Insights: It uses artificial intelligence to offer predictive analytics and market trend forecasts. Low Fees: Money6x.com generally charges lower fees than traditional brokerages, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors. Automated Portfolios: For those who prefer a hands-off approach, it offers robo-advisory features to manage investments automatically. Real-Time Analytics: Users get access to live data, alerts, and performance metrics. Traditional Brokerages: A Proven Track Record Traditional brokerage firms like Charles Schwab, Fidelity, and TD Ameritrade have decades of experience and a broad customer base. They offer a wide range of services, including in-depth research reports, one-on-one advisory support, and retirement planning. Key Features of Traditional Brokerages: Human Advisors: Clients can speak with certified financial advisors to receive personalized advice. Comprehensive Services: Beyond investing, these firms often offer banking, insurance, estate planning, and more. Established Reputation: These institutions have a long history and are often seen as safer and more reliable. Educational Resources: They provide extensive learning materials, webinars, and tutorials for all levels of investors. Diverse Investment Options: From mutual funds and ETFs to real estate and fixed income, traditional brokerages cover all asset classes. Comparing the Two: A Side-by-Side Breakdown FeatureMoney6x.comTraditional BrokeragesUser ExperienceTech-savvy, app-based, intuitiveMore complex, sometimes outdated UIFees and CostsLow or zero commissionHigher fees, advisory chargesInvestment GuidanceAI and robo-advisorsHuman advisors and comprehensive planningEducational ToolsLimited, more data-drivenExtensive learning resourcesPersonalizationAlgorithm-basedPersonalized by financial expertsSpeed and FlexibilityHigh; real-time trading and analyticsMedium; depends on advisor availabilityRegulatory AssuranceNewer, less establishedHeavily regulated and trusted Which Is Better for Your Portfolio? The answer depends largely on your investing style, experience level, and financial objectives. Here are a few scenarios to consider: You might prefer Money6x if: You’re a self-directed investor who enjoys researching and making decisions independently. You want to minimize costs and optimize returns. You are comfortable using digital platforms and tools. You prefer immediate access to data and execution. You might prefer a traditional brokerage if: You require hand-holding or personalized financial advice. You value a diversified set of financial services (insurance, estate planning, etc.). You are investing for long-term goals like retirement and want a trusted advisor. You are not tech-savvy or prefer human interaction. For many modern investors, a hybrid approach might be best. Using Money6x.com for agile, short-term trades and a traditional brokerage for long-term, strategic planning could provide the best of both worlds. Risk and Reliability When choosing any financial service, safety and security are top concerns. Traditional brokerages are typically members of regulatory bodies like FINRA and SIPC, which means investments are insured up to certain limits. Money6x.com, being a newer platform, may not yet have the same level of regulatory backing, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s less safe. Many fintech platforms employ strong encryption, secure APIs, and two-factor authentication. However, always check whether the platform is registered and what kind of investor protections are in place. Technology and Innovation One of the biggest draws of Money6x.com is its focus on technology. From AI-driven insights to mobile-first design, it appeals to investors who want to stay ahead of the curve. The platform often integrates with other fintech tools like budgeting apps and crypto wallets, providing a more holistic view of financial health. In contrast, traditional brokerages have been slower to adapt. While many have made strides in improving their apps and online dashboards, they often lag behind in terms of innovation and integration. Final Verdict Choosing between Money6x.com and a traditional brokerage depends on your individual needs, comfort level with technology, and investment strategy. If you’re seeking speed, low fees, and advanced analytics, Money6x.com might be the ideal fit. On the other hand, if you value in-depth guidance, a wide array of financial services, and human interaction, a traditional brokerage could serve you better. Ultimately, both platforms have their advantages, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Diversifying your approach, much like diversifying your portfolio, may offer the most balanced outcome. FAQs Q1: Is Money6x.com safe to use for investing? Yes, but ensure it is regulated and uses strong security features. Check for SSL encryption and two-factor authentication.Q2: Are traditional brokerages better for retirement planning? Generally, yes. They offer personalized planning, tax strategies, and long-term financial advice.Q3: Can I use both Money6x.com and a traditional brokerage? Absolutely. Many investors use both to leverage the strengths of each.Q4: Does Money6x.com offer human advisory services? It primarily uses robo-advisors and AI tools. It may not offer direct human financial advice.Q5: Which is more cost-effective, Money6x.com or traditional brokerages? Money6x.com usually has lower fees, making it more cost-effective for active traders and budget-conscious investors.Tech World TimesTech World Times (TWT), a global collective focusing on the latest tech news and trends in blockchain, Fintech, Development & Testing, AI and Startups. If you are looking for the guest post then contact at techworldtimes@gmail.com

Here’s the deal: Only 4 days left to save up to $900 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket — and an additional 90% off for your +1. From October 27–29, San Francisco’s Moscone West transforms into the epicenter of tech innovation as 10,000 tech, startup, and VC leaders gather for the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt — celebrating two decades of championing startups, driving innovation, and fueling growth across the ecosystem. The clock’s ticking. Lock in your ticket here before the price jumps on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. What makes the 20th TechCrunch Disrupt unmissable Disrupt isn’t just a conference — it’s a catalyst. It’s where big ideas meet unexpected moments. In the middle of thousands of ambitious minds, it’s the personal connections that leave a lasting mark. A conversation that sparks a pivot. A speaker who reframes your thinking. A stranger who becomes your next collaborator. This is where momentum starts. Real talk, real insight These tech leaders didn’t just build the future — they’re here to show you how. Six stages packed with the insight and inspiration you need. With topics ranging from AI and space to startup launches, IPOs, and next-gen tech, there’s something for every innovator. Image Credits:Matthias Balk / Getty Images Adam Bain, 01 Advisors Astro Teller, X, The Moonshot Factory David Cramer, Sentry David George, Andreessen Horowitz Gale Wilkinson, VITALIZE Venture Capital Nikola Todorovic, Wonder Dynamics, an Autodesk Company Nirav Tolia, Nextdoor Ryan Petersen, Flexport Sangeen Zeb, GV (Google Ventures) Zeya Yang, IVP See the growing speaker lineup You’ll hear from technologists on the edge of AI breakthroughs. Investors who don’t just fund trends but shape them. Startup founders who somehow found the clarity to bet everything on a problem no one else thought to solve. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 20: Audience members watch panels during TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 on October 20, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Kimberly White/Getty Images for TechCrunch)Image Credits:Kimberly White / Getty Images The Disrupt difference This isn’t a spectator event — it’s three days of full-throttle innovation and real interaction. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW Dynamic breakout sessions built for real dialogue with today’s top tech leaders.  Interactive, deep-dive roundtables that go beyond the surface.  The energetic Startup Battlefield, our live global pitch competition where the world’s most promising early-stage startups compete for a $100,000 equity-free prize — and get real-time feedback from top VCs. Ready to compete? Submit your application before June 9. Cutting-edge demos and next-gen tech from around the world, all under one roof in our immersive Expo Hall. Startups: want in? Secure your table here before your competitor does. What happens at Disrupt isn’t just seen — it’s felt. Image Credits:Eric Slomonson, The Photo Group Lock in your savings before May 25 Now’s the moment to act. Early Bird pricing saves you up to $900 on your pass. Want to bring a colleague, cofounder, or friend? You can grab a second ticket at 90% off. These savings expire on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Secure your spot today and be a part of the Disrupt experience.

Here’s the deal: Only 4 days left to save up to $900 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket — and an additional 90% off for your +1. From October 27–29, San Francisco’s Moscone West transforms into the epicenter of tech innovation as 10,000 tech, startup, and VC leaders gather for the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt — celebrating two decades of championing startups, driving innovation, and fueling growth across the ecosystem. The clock’s ticking. Lock in your ticket here before the price jumps on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. What makes the 20th TechCrunch Disrupt unmissable Disrupt isn’t just a conference — it’s a catalyst. It’s where big ideas meet unexpected moments. In the middle of thousands of ambitious minds, it’s the personal connections that leave a lasting mark. A conversation that sparks a pivot. A speaker who reframes your thinking. A stranger who becomes your next collaborator. This is where momentum starts. Real talk, real insight These tech leaders didn’t just build the future — they’re here to show you how. Six stages packed with the insight and inspiration you need. With topics ranging from AI and space to startup launches, IPOs, and next-gen tech, there’s something for every innovator. Image Credits:Matthias Balk / Getty Images Adam Bain, 01 Advisors Astro Teller, X, The Moonshot Factory David Cramer, Sentry David George, Andreessen Horowitz Gale Wilkinson, VITALIZE Venture Capital Nikola Todorovic, Wonder Dynamics, an Autodesk Company Nirav Tolia, Nextdoor Ryan Petersen, Flexport Sangeen Zeb, GV (Google Ventures) Zeya Yang, IVP See the growing speaker lineup You’ll hear from technologists on the edge of AI breakthroughs. Investors who don’t just fund trends but shape them. Startup founders who somehow found the clarity to bet everything on a problem no one else thought to solve. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 20: Audience members watch panels during TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 on October 20, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Kimberly White/Getty Images for TechCrunch)Image Credits:Kimberly White / Getty Images The Disrupt difference This isn’t a spectator event — it’s three days of full-throttle innovation and real interaction. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW Dynamic breakout sessions built for real dialogue with today’s top tech leaders.  Interactive, deep-dive roundtables that go beyond the surface.  The energetic Startup Battlefield, our live global pitch competition where the world’s most promising early-stage startups compete for a $100,000 equity-free prize — and get real-time feedback from top VCs. Ready to compete? Submit your application before June 9. Cutting-edge demos and next-gen tech from around the world, all under one roof in our immersive Expo Hall. Startups: want in? Secure your table here before your competitor does. What happens at Disrupt isn’t just seen — it’s felt. Image Credits:Eric Slomonson, The Photo Group Lock in your savings before May 25 Now’s the moment to act. Early Bird pricing saves you up to $900 on your pass. Want to bring a colleague, cofounder, or friend? You can grab a second ticket at 90% off. These savings expire on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Secure your spot today and be a part of the Disrupt experience.

Lidar company Luminar reached a deal with Yorkville Advisors Global and another unnamed investor that could bring another $200 million into its coffers through the sale of convertible preferred stock over an 18-month period. The agreement, which was announced in a regulatory filing Wednesday, follows an abrupt change in leadership and layoffs. Earlier this month, Luminar’s board replaced founder Austin Russell as CEO and board chair. Luminar’s board appointed Paul Ricci to the role. Ricci is the former chairman and CEO of Nuance. The company also launched another round of layoffs — its third since spring 2024. Under the terms, Luminar will issue $35 million in convertible preferred stock to the investors. Luminar may issue additional tranches in amounts of up $35 million no more than every 60 days at a purchase price equal to 96% of the stated value of the convertible preferred stock. However, Luminar isn’t under any obligation to issue additional stock. “Today’s transaction provides us with additional financial flexibility and further strengthens our balance sheet,” Luminar CFO Tom Fennimore said in a statement “We’ve made substantial progress in extending our liquidity runway with our restructuring efforts, and the additional capital available to us under this facility provides us with another tool to realize our long-term value.” The company said proceeds from the initial $35 million issuance are expected to be used for general corporate purposes and debt retirement. Yorkville has offered these lifelines to other struggling publicly traded companies, a list that includes failed Lordstown Motors, Faraday Future, and the now bankrupt Canoo. Luminar was founded by Russell in 2012 when he was just a teenager. Luminar, and Russell, became Silicon Valley darlings when the lidar startup broke cover in April 2017 after operating for years in secrecy and at the height of the autonomous vehicle technology hype cycle. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW In 2021, Luminar merged with special purpose acquisition company Gores Metropoulos Inc., with a post-deal market valuation of $3.4 billion. Today, Luminar has a market cap of $179 million. Luminar raised $250 million prior to the SPAC announcement. Luminar has had some wins, but also restructured several times. Luminar cut about 30% of its workforce in 2024 via two rounds of layoffs. Some of those layoffs spilled into the first quarter of 2025. A total of 212 employees were laid off. In a regulatory filing earlier this month, the company said it began additional layoffs May 15. These new layoffs are expected to cost $4 million to $5 million in cash charges. These costs are expected to be incurred in the second and third quarters of this year. Topics

Two Evangelical Christian leaders sent an open letter to President Trump on Wednesday, warning of the dangers of out-of-control artificial intelligence and of automating human labor.The letter comes just weeks after the new Pope, Leo XIV, declared he was concerned with the “defense of human dignity, justice and labor” amid what he described as the “new industrial revolution” spurred by advances in AI.“As people of faith, we believe we should rapidly develop powerful AI tools that help cure diseases and solve practical problems, but not autonomous smarter-than-human machines that nobody knows how to control,” reads the open letter, signed by the Reverends Johnnie Moore and Samuel Rodriguez. “The world is grappling with a new reality because of the pace of the development of this technology, which represents an opportunity of great promise but also of potential peril especially as we approach artificial general intelligence.”Rodriguez, the President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, spoke at Trump’s first presidential inauguration in 2017. Moore, who is also the founder of the public relations firm Kairos, served on Trump’s Evangelical executive board during his first presidential candidacy.The letter is a sign of growing ties between religious and AI safety groups, which share some of the same worries. It was shared with journalists by representatives of the Future of Life Institute—an AI safety organization that campaigns to reduce what it sees as the existential risk posed by advanced AI systems.The world’s biggest tech companies now all believe that it is possible to create so-called “artificial general intelligence”—a form of AI that can do any task better than a human expert. Some researchers have even invoked this technology in religious terms—for example, OpenAI’s former chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, a mystical figure who famously encouraged colleagues to chant “feel the AGI” at company gatherings. The emerging possibility of AGI presents, in one sense, a profound challenge to many theologies. If we are in a universe where a God-like machine is possible, what space does that leave for God himself?“The spiritual implications of creating intelligence that may one day surpass human capabilities raises profound theological and ethical questions that must be thoughtfully considered with wisdom,” the two Reverends wrote in their open letter to President Trump. “Virtually all religious traditions warn against a world where work is no longer necessary or where human beings can live their lives without any guardrails.”Though couched in adulatory language, the letter presents a vision of AI governance that differs from Trump’s current approach. The president has embraced the framing of the U.S. as in a race with China to get to AGI first, and his AI czar, David Sacks, has warned that regulating the technology would threaten the U.S.’s position in that race. The White House AI team is stacked with advisors who take a dismissive view of alignment risks—or the idea that a smarter-than-human AI might be hostile to humans, escape their control, and cause some kind of catastrophe.“We believe you are the world’s leader now by Divine Providence to also guide AI,” the letter says, addressing Trump, before urging him to consider convening an ethical council to consider not only “what AI can do but also what it should do.”“To be clear: we are not encouraging the United States, and our friends, to do anything but win the AI race,” the letter says. “There is no alternative. We must win. However, we are advising that this victory simply must not be a victory at any cost.”The letter echoes some themes that have increasingly been explored inside the Vatican, not just by Pope Leo XIV but also his predecessor, Pope Francis. Last year, in remarks at an event held at the Vatican about AI, Francis argued that AI must be used to improve, not degrade, human dignity.“Does it serve to satisfy the needs of humanity, to improve the well-being and integral development of people?” he asked. Or does it “serve to enrich and increase the already high power of the few technological giants despite the dangers to humanity?”To some Catholic theologians, AGI is simply the newest incarnation of a long-standing threat to the Church: false idols. “The presumption of substituting God for an artifact of human making is idolatry, a practice Scripture explicitly warns against,” reads a lengthy missive on AI published by the Vatican in January. “AI may prove even more seductive than traditional idols for, unlike idols that ‘have mouths but do not speak; eyes, but do not see; ears, but do not hear’, AI can ‘speak,’ or at least gives the illusion of doing so. Yet, it is vital to remember that AI is but a pale reflection of humanity—it is crafted by human minds, trained on human-generated material, responsive to human input, and sustained through human labor.”