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SoftBank Teams With Nvidia To Bring Japan’s Largest AI Supercomputer With Blackwell Chip Power

Nov 13, 2024 09:59 am UTC| Technology Business Economy

SoftBank Group Corp., in collaboration with Nvidia Corp., is set to unveil Japans largest AI supercomputer powered by advanced Blackwell chips. This landmark project is a bold stride toward positioning Japan as a leader in...

Instacart Lowers Q4 Forecasts as Holiday Spending Softens, Intensifying Online Delivery Competition

Nov 12, 2024 23:37 pm UTC| Economy

Instacart has reduced its fourth-quarter outlook, forecasting lower gross transaction value and core profit amid cooling consumer demand and stiffening competition in the online delivery market. The company now anticipates...

Trump tariffs: What the president-elect’s rhetoric tells us about how Canada could be affected — again

Nov 12, 2024 05:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Donald Trump is known for his often outlandish rhetoric. The president-elect of the United States regularly makes public statements that are exaggerations, or vows to take action but fails to do so, which is not...

Restricting cars in cities: a cost-benefit analysis of Low Emission Zones

Nov 12, 2024 04:46 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Faced with unmanageable traffic and health-threatening air quality, hundreds of cities across Europe are adopting measures to reduce the number of vehicles clogging their streets, with the aim of lowering air pollution...

Jobs of the future: South Africa has major gaps in skills needed to shape the green economy

Nov 11, 2024 07:13 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Globally, theres a shortage of people with the expertise and skills needed to drive the transition towards a green economy known as green talent. The pool of green talent needs to be doubled by 2050 if the world is to...

Gold Prices Decline Amid Trump’s Victory and Dollar Strength

Nov 11, 2024 06:40 am UTC| Economy

Gold Prices Slide as Trumps Victory Weighs on Bullion Gold prices saw further declines in Asian trading on Monday, extending losses from the previous week. The drop followed a surge in risk appetite after Donald Trumps...

COP29 Summit: Azerbaijan Hosts Critical Talks on Climate Finance and Trade Disputes

Nov 11, 2024 06:20 am UTC| Economy

Azerbaijan Hosts COP29 Summit Amid Climate Urgency The U.N. climate summit, COP29, opens in Baku, Azerbaijan, with countries aiming to reach a crucial deal for $1 trillion in annual climate finance for developing...

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Economy

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Nvidia CEO: Trump’s AI Export Limits Won’t Halt Global Tech Collaboration

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, expressed confidence that global tech collaboration will persist, even under U.S. export restrictions on advanced AI technologies introduced during Trumps term. Speaking in Hong Kong, Huang...

Canada retail sales rises in September

According to Statistics Canadas preliminary estimate, retail sales increased by a strong 0.4% month-over-month (m/m) in September. When inflation was taken into account, the gain was even more noticeable, with retail sales...

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Politics

Donald Trump’s top speeches of 2024: Key moments

Former President Donald Trumps 2024 campaign trail was marked by fiery rhetoric, bold declarations, and a series of controversial speeches that drew attention across political divides. As he sets the stage for his return...

Donald Trump’s cabinet in 2025: Key players and their roles

As Donald Trump gears up for another term as president, his cabinet selections for 2025 are drawing intense scrutiny. While supporters praise the appointments as a team of proven loyalists and experts, critics argue the...

Donald Trump’s Shocking FBI Overhaul Plan: ‘Sweeping Reforms to Root Out Corruption’ or a Power Grab?

Former President Donald Trump has announced sweeping plans to reform the FBI in 2025, setting the stage for a dramatic restructuring of the federal agency. The proposed overhaul aims to address longstanding criticisms of...

Donald Trump’s Bold 2025 National Security Plans: ‘Unprecedented Measures’ or a Controversial Gamble?” Sparks Heated Debate

Former President Donald Trump has unveiled his national security agenda for 2025, presenting a sweeping framework aimed at addressing evolving global threats and restoring U.S. dominance in international affairs. The plan...

Donald Trump’s 2025 Cybersecurity Plan: Bold Action or Risky Gamble? ‘We Must Defend Our Digital Borders’ Sparks Debate

As cyber threats continue to rise globally, former President Donald Trump has unveiled his ambitious cybersecurity agenda for 2025. The plan, which builds on his administrations previous initiatives, aims to fortify U.S....

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Stellar Jumps 80% to $0.55 as Grayscale Trust Adds Millions—Is $1 Within Reach?

Stellars price surged over 80%, reaching $0.55 amid strong buying momentum and a sharp rise in trading volumes. Analysts suggest a bullish pattern could drive prices toward $3 or even $5, sparking renewed investor...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes 49,646% as SHIB Price Climbs 10% in Stunning Market Rally

Shiba Inu witnessed a burn rate surge of 49,646% in just one day, eliminating over 175 million tokens. This extraordinary burn event paralleled a remarkable 10% price jump, solidifying SHIBs market momentum. Shiba Inus...

Dogecoin Rockets 25% as Analyst Forecasts Bullish Breakout to $0.82

Dogecoin soared nearly 25% in the past 24 hours, reaching an intraday high of $0.48. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez predicts a bullish breakout to $0.82, suggesting DOGE could surpass its previous all-time high. The surge...

Bitcoin Targets $180K in 2025, TYMIO Founder Predicts Supply Shock

Bitcoins price could surge to $180,000 by the end of 2025 due to supply constraints and halving events, according to TYMIO founder Georgii Verbitskii. He highlights increasing demand and lost coins as catalysts for a...

Arthur Hayes Drives Solana Meme Coin Rally, FlowerAI’s Market Cap Jumps $8M After Social Media Post

FlowerAI surged over 35% after Arthur Hayes post, bringing its market cap to $30 million. The promotion highlights the continued dominance of Solanas meme coin ecosystem, which is outperforming Ethereum in decentralized...