TechFlash: Cantor's loss hinders immigration reform; Airbus loss good for Boeing

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Eric Cantor's primary loss could mean death of immigration reform this year House Majority Leader Eric Cantor lost his re-election bid in a primary election in Virginia on Tuesday. Cantor was leading support for immigration reform, and his defeat has many declaring the prospects for reform dead. Score one for Boeing: Emirates' cancellation of Airbus A350 order may keep it in 777 camp ​Emirates' decision to cancel purchase of 70 Airbus A350s could prove a further boost for Boeing's 777. Amazon teaser video hints at eye-tracking smartphone ahead of June 18 event Amazon gets "overwhelming response" to Seattle event that will reportedly unveil a new smartphone. Portland gets closer to Google Fiber franchise agreement The city of Portland is one step closer to getting the super fast Google Internet service but there is still work to be done. Gatheredtable raises $2M round led by Starbucks' Schultz to solve 'the dinner problem' The menu planning startup led by former Starbucks executive Mary Egan has raised a total of $3.8 million. Software security firm SourceClear raises $1.5M "Developers love us," says CEO. Uber launches new programs in Seattle despite uncertain future ​Even with no deal in ride-share negotiations and an uncertain future in Seattle, app-based transportation service Uber is launching new programs and promotions. Expedia now takes bitcoin You can now book hotels using bitcoin as part of Expedia trial. Now it's 'The Lego Movie!' Amazon battles Warner Bros. Similar to its fight with Hachette, Amazon's angling for a better deal. Microsoft combats U.S. request to turn over Irish emails Microsoft said privacy protection would suffer if it handed over the emails; the U.S. says Microsoft is wrong. Amazon among tenants inking deals at Stack House Apartments and Supply Laundry Amazon.com Inc. is taking the majority of the Supply Laundry Building at the corner of Yale Avenue North and Republican Street. National Tech News

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