Jeff Bezos on the economy | Group14 lands $100M from DOE for battery manufacturing

Jeff Bezos on the economy: The Amazon founder issued a warning of sorts on Tuesday, tweeting that “the probabilities in this economy tell you to batten down the hatches.” That’s what Amazon and other tech companies are doing as they aim to curb spending amid an uncertain economic climate. 

Serial killer rumor is a misinformation lesson: The quick-spreading claims online about multiple women being killed in Seattle highlighted some of the ways in which social media can fuel misinformation. A University of Washington researcher offers insight on the debunked rumor and tips for seeking out the truth. Read more.

Menopause health startup acquired: Unified Women’s Healthcare bought Seattle-based Gennev, which launched in 2016 to provide telehealth services and products for women going through perimenopause and menopause.

Tech Moves: Algorithmia founder to open Seattle office for Silicon Valley fund; Expedia Group hires new execs; and more key personnel changes.

Is this real life? Is this just fantasy? Seattle artist Rudy Willingham typed out the lyrics to Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” in Microsoft Word to make a unique little music video.