A group of over 420 entertainment industry insiders, including actors Natasha Lyonne, Bette Midler, and Ava DuVernay, has signed an open letter urging the government to maintain strong copyright laws for artificial intelligence. The move comes as major U.S. companies like OpenAI and Google have recommended relaxing regulations on AI training using copyrighted materials. The … Read more
A top heart doctor has revealed that five foods often maligned for their cholesterol content are actually beneficial for heart health. Dr Evan Levine, a cardiologist at Mt Sinai Hospital in New York, says eggs have been unfairly targeted due to their yolks containing high amounts of “bad” LDL cholesterol. However, research shows that the … Read more
US stocks rallied for a second consecutive day on Monday as investors sought bargains after the Nasdaq and S&P 500’s four-week decline and assessed recent economic data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.85%, the S&P 500 gained 0.64%, and the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.31%. Retail sales rebounded marginally in February, but fell short of … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s implementation of tariffs on several countries is causing concern about stock market volatility. The S&P 500 has dropped nearly 9% from its February record high, with inflation and growth fears rising. President Trump says he’s not concerned about the market’s performance as he implements his protectionist agenda. However, economic experts have … Read more
Swedish fintech firm Klarna has secured an exclusive deal to provide buy now, pay later loans for Walmart customers, taking a coveted partnership away from rival Affirm. The partnership is expected to be launched in the coming weeks and will be available on all Walmart channels by the holiday season. Klarna’s OnePay brand will handle … Read more
President Donald Trump appointed Michelle Bowman, current Federal Reserve Governor, as the central bank’s vice chair for supervision. The move has been welcomed by Wall Street banks and smaller lenders, who believe she will be more favorable to their interests. Bowman, who has served on the Fed’s Board of Governors since 2018, brings expertise in … Read more
Netflix’s hard-hitting drama Adolescence has received widespread praise from viewers and critics alike, with many hailing it as a landmark TV show. The four-part series follows the aftermath of a teenage girl’s stabbing, exploring the corrosive impact of social media and misogynist influencers on some young boys. The show shines a light on male rage, … Read more
Apple’s recent string of hardware releases has left many wondering if the company is focusing on the right priorities. With the introduction of Apple Intelligence, which promises to revolutionize the way users interact with their devices through a more intelligent Siri, it seems that Apple is struggling to deliver on this promise. A delayed and … Read more
A leading social media provider has been collecting vast amounts of user data, sparking concerns over personalization and ad tracking. The company’s data collection practices include using information for personalization and measuring advertising effectiveness. Critics argue that this raises serious questions about user privacy and consent. As a result, many users are taking steps to … Read more
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued multiple recalls affecting over 100,000 General Motors vehicles. The most recent recalls include issues with transmissions in Cadillac and Chevrolet models. General Motors recalled approximately 90,081 vehicles due to a transmission control valve problem. This may cause gradual loss of pressure, leading to harsh shifting or … Read more