When it comes to older relatives using technology, the hardest challenge is finding them devices they'll actually use. Family Circle Magazine's Lynya Floyd joins Cheddar to reveal the easiest tech solutions for the senior loved ones in our lives. She discusses why the issue is so important as millennials get older, and become caregivers in their own right.
Floyd says it's always best to start with smartphones when thinking of the right tech for seniors. She recommends an easy-to-use device called Jitterbug. Technology can help make it easier for people to maintain their independence as they get older.
Some everyday gadgets like Roomba, Nest, and Amazon's Alexa are a perfect fit for older people. Floyd says their simple interfaces will ensure your relatives actually use them. We also learn about a company that ensures people never forget to take their medications at the right times.
While crypto exchanges have been used to aid Ukraine amid the Russian invasion, critics point to possible sanction evasion on the Russian side using the same technology. Cheddar's Alex Vuocolo takes a closer look.
TikTok is extending the maximum length of its platform's clips to 10 minutes in length, a big leap from its three-minute cap, in order to keep up with competitors such as YouTube and Instagram Reels.
JPMorgan Chase celebrates black culture and our communities every day as we continue to celebrate Black History Month. Cheddar News is highlighting prominent Black Americans who are carving their own historic paths and trailblazing in their industries. Today we turn our focus to one leader helping shift the culture of amateur sports across the U.S through esports. CEO and Founder of PlayVS, Delane parnell, joined Cheddar to discuss more.
Oliver Gale, CEO and Co-founder of Panther Protocol, explains why the crypto industry is seeing a new wave of enthusiasm from Ukraine and discusses if any crypto-related sanctions can be placed on Russia due to the ongoing invasion.
Worker-first platform WorkWhile has raised $13 million dollars in a Series A round led by Reach Capital. WorkWhile says it connects the right workers to the right shifts. Hourly workers can use the company's platform to choose when, where and how they want to work. WorkWhile also says it hopes to help companies address the current labor shortage in the U.S. Jarah Euston, CEO and founder of WorkWhile, joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss.
