The Federal Reserve has unveiled plans to reduce capital rules imposed since the 2008 financial crisis, in response to growing concerns about economic uncertainty. The move is aimed at making it easier for banks to operate and restore lending, which has slowed in recent months. However, the Fed’s decision also raises concerns among regulators who … Read more
The auroras are coming back! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center, several northern US states will experience clear views of the sky show tonight into this week. Alaska, Washington, northern Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine … Read more
Torsten Sløk, chief economist at Apollo Global Management, warns that the US economy is at a critical inflection point for stagflation. This dire scenario combines slowing economic growth with persistently high inflation. The situation has been triggered by President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which increase the probability of an economic slowdown while driving up prices. As … Read more
Apple Inc. tested its new big-screen movie strategy with a Formula One film featuring Brad Pitt, ahead of the Grand Prix in Monaco. The tech giant invested heavily in the project, spending over $200 million on it. As part of this investment, Apple is seeking to create immersive experiences that simulate racing at high speeds. … Read more
Researchers at MIT have found that using AI chatbots like ChatGPT can lead to significant changes in brain activity, with users showing weaker neural connectivity and under-engagement of critical thinking skills. The study, which involved 54 adults, also revealed that participants who used ChatGPT experienced “lazier” writing habits and were more likely to develop paranoid … Read more
A recent study by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development has found a significant increase in the use of certain English words since the launch of ChatGPT, including meticulous, delve, realm, and adept. The analysis of 280,000 academic YouTube videos revealed that AI models are using these words to a greater extent … Read more
Apple has released the second developer beta of macOS Tahoe, which includes several new features and changes for Mac users. Here are the key updates: * The Finder app icon has been redesigned to its former glory, addressing user feedback from the first beta. * The Migration Assistant app icon also received a fresh coat … Read more
A Japanese company, ispace, has blamed a laser navigation tool for its second lunar crash landing, which occurred earlier this month. The lander, named Resilience, was attempting to touch down on the moon’s far north side when it lost contact and crashed. According to officials, the problem lay with the lander’s laser range finder, which … Read more
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Politico website review issues have been resolved. The site, known for its in-depth coverage of politics and policy, recently experienced technical difficulties that prompted a verification process. After confirming the user’s identity, the platform’s security measures were re-evaluated to ensure a safe browsing experience. Users are now able to access the site without any disruptions. … Read more