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Tesla posts record $12.6 billion profit in 2022 | DPA: Tesla earned more in 2022 than ever before in a fiscal year despite high inflation ...
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Billions in interest payments for Twitter deal present Elon Musk with choice: bankruptcy or take on debt himself?
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Tesla posts record $12.6 billion profit in 2022 | DPA: Tesla earned more in 2022 than ever before in a fiscal year despite high inflation ...
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Billions in interest payments for Twitter deal present Elon Musk with choice: bankruptcy or take on debt himself?
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Victorian government department quits Elon Musk’s X, saying it’s no longer safe or productive
theguardian.com/technology/2024/mar/28/victorian-government-department-quits-elon-musks-x-twitter-department-families-fairness-housing
Quick Glance: Victoria departs from Elon Musk's X due to safety concerns
- A government department in Victoria has decided to part ways with the social media platform X, now owned by billionaire Elon Musk. The choice was made due to safety concerns and lack of productivity in community engagement, with expectations of more agencies following suit.
- The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) has announced their final post on the platform formerly known as Twitter, stating that the breakup was overdue. They will now share news and stories about the communities in Victoria they work with on alternative platforms.
Elon Musk Announces Significant Changes to X. Here’s What to Know: Elon Musk has announced new changes to X (formerly Twitter) that will allow certain accounts ...
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Sam Bankman-Fried Sentencing: SBF Gets 25 Years in Prison Over FTX Collapse: FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for stealing ...
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Quick Glance: Sam Bankman-Fried's Verdict: 25-Year Prison Term - BBC News
- Sam Bankman-Fried received a 25-year prison sentence. Key details from the court hearing in New York were summarized, focusing on his defense lawyer's arguments and the judge's ruling.
- The judge criticized SBF's lack of remorse, noting that he had never expressed a word of regret for committing terrible crimes. Customers who lost money in the collapse reported experiencing nightmares.
- SBF admitted to making a series of poor decisions but claimed that customers could be reimbursed. The judge pointed out that the assertion that customers would be fully repaid through the bankruptcy process was misleading.
- The court hearing also included testimonies from customers who lost significant amounts of money, insights into SBF's background, and the reasons behind the collapse of his company FTX.
After appeal to Musk, X suspends accounts that outed neo-Nazi cartoonist: Researchers, journalists are blocked from sharing the alleged identity of Stonetoss.
wired.com/story/elon-musk-x-blocked-journalists-researchers-neo-nazi-cartoonist/
Quick Glance: Elon Musk's X Responds to Uncovering Alleged Neo-Nazi Cartoonist's Identity
- Research specialists and media professionals faced restrictions on X when attempting to expose the supposed identity of the neo-Nazi artist Stonetoss.
- Critics emphasize Musk's active involvement in endorsing extremists on the platform, supporting their narratives, engaging with their profiles, and shielding them from thorough examinations.
- Despite X's efforts to suppress information, individuals persisted in sharing specifics regarding the Stonetoss investigation by disclosing Graebener's name.
- Following the removal of their content, individuals previously limited for disclosing Graebener's identity have had their access restored. However, the timeline for Caraballo's account reactivation remains uncertain. Furthermore, the suspension of the Anonymous Comrade Collective account persists.
Elon Musk: All US Tesla Buyers Now Get Full Self-Driving Test: Musk believes misconceptions exist around Tesla's self-driving feature, and is establishing a new ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Directive to Implement Full Self-Driving Beta in Every New Tesla Delivery
- Elon Musk has instructed Tesla employees to install and demonstrate Full Self-Driving Beta for all customers receiving a delivery in North America.
- Tesla is committed to enhancing the system continuously, aiming to eliminate the need for driver attention and achieve true autonomous driving.
- In a move to increase customer acceptance, Elon Musk directed Tesla employees this morning to install the FSD Beta software on all newly delivered vehicles and provide brief test drives to the new buyers.
- Requiring a test drive with each new delivery is expected to significantly increase the workload at Tesla stores and delivery centers, a requirement Musk emphasizes as crucial.
Elon Musk to Open Grok AI to Cheaper X Premium Tier: The AI-powered chatbot is currently only available via the most expensive Premium+ ...
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Quick Glance: New Availability of Grok AI Announced for X Premium Subscribers
- Elon Musk has officially announced that Grok, the AI chatbot from Musk's xAI, is now accessible to all X Premium users. Previously, Grok was exclusively available to X Premium+ subscribers.
- In March of this year, xAI took a significant step by releasing Grok as an open-source project. This move enables developers and researchers to leverage the powerful 'weights and architecture' behind xAI's Grok chatbot for their projects at no cost.
- The release of Grok is under the Apache 2.0 license, allowing commercial use. Reports indicate that Grok is now available on GitHub, allowing anyone to freely experiment with the 'raw' basic version of the pre-trained Grok big language models.
- Grok, the 'conversational AI for understanding the universe,' was first introduced to the public at the end of 2023. The Grok chatbot can access real-time X data, which sets it apart from competitors, aiming to establish itself as a more modern and edgy alternative to other chatbots.
Istanbul to host 2027 European Games: Istanbul has been unanimously chosen as the host for the fourth European Games in 2027, the European Olympic Committees ...
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Don Lemon Says His Elon Musk Interview Has Been Suppressed by X | Exclusive: Don Lemon believes X suppressed his interview with Elon Musk after the Tesla boss ...
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Quick Glance: Don Lemon cancels show partnership with X after Elon Musk's decision
- Don Lemon canceled the partnership for his show with X after Elon Musk's decision.
- Elon Musk lifted the exclusivity of the show on X after months of pursuing exclusive content.
- Don Lemon challenged Musk, discussing his ketamine use and hate speech on X.
Twitter's lawsuit against hate-speech researchers gets SLAPPed out of court: How's that free comment thing working out, Elon?
theregister.com/2024/03/25/musk_lawsuit_hate_speech/
Quick Glance: Court dismisses Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog
- A U.S. judge rejected Musk's lawsuit against an organization holding him accountable for hate speech on his X social media platform.
- The judge stated that X Corp sued the Center for Countering Digital Hate to punish criticism and deter advertisers.
- X plans to appeal the ruling, as Musk faces criticism for handling abusive content since acquiring Twitter.
- The ruling supports accountability for social media companies and demonstrates Musk's inability to manipulate the law.
Lloyd's of London sees multi-billion dollar insurance loss from Baltimore bridge collapse
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Yen Jitters: The Bloomberg Close, Asia Edition: Good afternoon. Here's what you need to know to end your day.
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Intel CEO Gelsinger proposes a fab tour for Elon Musk — could be an attempt to win orders from Tesla, other Musk companies
tomshardware.com/tech-industry/intel-ceo-gelsinger-proposes-a-fab-tour-for-elon-musk-could-be-an-attempt-to-win-orders-from-tesla-other-musk-companies
Biden hosts fundraiser with his two-term Democratic presidential predecessors, striving to join their ranks
cnn.com/2024/03/28/politics/biden-obama-clinton-nyc-fundraiser/
Quick Glance: Significant Donations for Biden at Election Fundraiser in NYC
- A fundraising event for President Joe Biden in New York City, featuring Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, raised an impressive $25 million, setting a record for the highest fundraising amount for a political gathering, according to his campaign.
- The upcoming event at Radio City Music Hall will serve as a prominent highlight following a recent series of campaign travels by the president. Biden's visits to various political battlegrounds in the weeks since his State of the Union address have emphasized his bid for reelection. Furthermore, the event will bring together more than thirty years of Democratic leadership.
- With varying levels of access based on donors' generosity, the event will feature a significant aspect, an on-stage discussion among the three presidents, moderated by late-night host Stephen Colbert. Additionally, a lineup of musical talents, including Queen Latifah, Lizzo, Ben Platt, Cynthia Erivo, and Lea Michele, will be hosted by actress Mindy Kaling. Attendance is expected to be high, with ticket prices starting as low as $225.
- The support of Obama and Clinton is assisting Biden in further strengthening his substantial financial lead over Trump. As of the end of February, Biden had $155 million in available funds, in contrast to Trump's $37 million and his Save America political action committee.
Elon Musk and top executive Shivon Zilis had twins last November: Court documents show that Elon Musk and a 36-year-old Neuralink executive, Shivon Zilis ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Top Executive Shivon Zilis Had Twins Last November
- Elon Musk and Shivon Zilis quietly had twins last November, changing their names to include Musk's last name and Zilis' last name as part of their middle name. The twins were born before Musk and Claire Boucher's second child in December.
- Musk, the wealthiest person globally, leads four companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink where Zilis works. He aimed to purchase Twitter for $44 billion and SpaceX paid a flight attendant $250,000 to keep quiet after allegations against Musk.
- Zilis is a rising figure in Musk's empire, involved in operational projects at Neuralink, including surgical trials with brain chips on monkeys and pigs. She shares intellectual passions with Musk, like space travel, transportation, and artificial intelligence.
- Musk has emphasized the importance of families and reproduction in shaping humanity's future, highlighting concerns about declining birth rates as a serious threat. He advocates for spreading humanity across multiple planets for species survival, expressing worry about declining population rates.
MacKenzie Scott doubles donations in spite of Elon Musk's accusations: Scott says she's donating $640 million to more than 360 nonprofits. The sum is more than ...
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Quick Glance: MacKenzie Scott Increases Donations Despite Elon Musk's Accusations
- MacKenzie Scott continues to generously donate to charitable organizations despite Elon Musk's criticisms.
- She has raised her planned donation pledge from $250 million to $640 million.
- The organization Lever for Change is assisting Scott with her philanthropic projects, with 361 organizations receiving either 1 or 2 million each.
- Scott's donations also include support for women's health and minority groups, along with a no-strings-attached approach towards her funding.
Elon Musk's SpaceX Sees Starlink Black-Market Trade Grow Worldwide: Starlink’s effectiveness as a communications tool makes the satellite internet service a ...
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Musk questioned in defamation lawsuit over X post about street brawl: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk was questioned on Wednesday as part of a defamation ...
reuters.com/legal/government/musk-questioned-defamation-lawsuit-over-x-post-about-street-brawl-2024-03-28/
'The Don Lemon Show' in tailspin after being dumped by Elon Musk: 'Nobody is watching'
nypost.com/2024/03/26/media/the-don-lemon-show-in-tailspin-after-being-dumped-by-elon-musk-nobody-is-watching/
Setback for Elon Musk: US court dismisses X's lawsuit against hate speech researcher
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MacKenzie Scott doubles donations in spite of Elon Musk's accusations: Scott says she's donating $640 million to more than 360 nonprofits. The sum is more than ...
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Quick Glance: MacKenzie Scott doubles donations despite Elon Musk's accusations
- MacKenzie Scott is criticized by Elon Musk for her philanthropy, but that doesn't stop her from donating.
- Scott more than doubled her planned $250 million donation pledge, increasing it to $640 million.
- Musk previously accused Scott of being a 'super rich ex-wife' who's destroying Western civilization.
The number of US Twitter / X users has fallen by a fifth since Elon Musk took over, claims report
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FDA Ignored 'Troubling' Neuralink Violations, US Lawmaker Says: Elon Musk's Neuralink already has its first human patient, but one US representative is asking ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
Elon Musk's X anti-hate group case thrown out: A US judge says Mr Musk's social media firm had sued to punish its critics.
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Singapore Charges Ex-Sembcorp Marine CEO in Brazil Bribery Case: Sembcorp Marine’s former CEO was accused of bribing Brazilian officials millions of dollars to ...
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Elon Musk replies to post by far-right Austrian linked to Christchurch terrorist after X account restored
theguardian.com/technology/2024/mar/19/elon-musk-replies-x-twitter-martin-sellner-far-right-identitarian-movement-christchurch-terrorist-attack
Elon Musk is impressed with Cathie Wood's latest big vision: The ambitious investor caught Musk's eye with ARK's most recent prediction.
thestreet.com/technology/why-elon-musk-is-impressed-with-cathie-woods-latest-research
Nigeria Currency Naira (NGN/USD) Pushes to Post-Devaluation High on Rate Hikes - Bloomberg
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13,000 jobs: Scholz and Habeck open new gigafactory on the North Sea: Europe secures a key technology with the Northvolt battery factory in the hope of being ...
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Hyperloop: Europe's longest Hyperloop test tube is ready - Golem.de: The tube is over 400 meters long and also allows you to test turning. It is open to all ...
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European flying car technology sold to China: The Slovakian AirCar, built with a BMW engine and run on normal fuel, will now be made in China.
bbc.com/news/technology-68669296
Elon Musk’s Neuralink shows brain-chip patient playing online chess: Noland Arbaugh, paralyzed after diving accident, received implant in January but experts ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/mar/20/elon-musk-neuralink-brain-chip-patient-chess
Quick Glance: Neuralink showcases paralyzed individual playing chess on laptop
- Elon Musk's brain science startup, Neuralink, provided a glimpse into how a quadriplegic person is using its brain implant to control a computer.
- Neuralink's first human patient, Noland Arbaugh, paralyzed below his shoulders, plays chess and turns off the laptop's music solely with his thoughts.
- Neuralink is one of at least three companies that have evidence of a functioning brain implant, with others like Blackrock Neurotech and Synchron having a head start.
- Scientists have noted Neuralink's significant progress, although the company's clinical trial is in early stages with limited public information available.
Ukraine Tries to Reassure Gas Traders Its Storage Sites Are Safe: Ukraine is seeking to reassure European natural gas traders that it’s still safe to store the ...
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After a sharp correction: Bitcoin jumps back above 70,000 dollars - what's behind it
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Olympics 2024: Opening ceremony without athletes from Russia and Belarus: The participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Summer Olympics in Paris is ...
de.euronews.com/2024/03/19/olympia-paris-ioc-eroeffnungsfeier-russland-belarus
Quick Glance: IOC Excludes Russians from Olympic Parade
- Russian athletes are allowed to participate as neutral athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris, but are not permitted to attend the opening ceremony.
- Athletes from Russia and Belarus are also excluded from the opening parade due to the Russian war in Ukraine.
- Participants from these countries must compete under a neutral flag, are not allowed to display national symbols, and undergo strict scrutiny to ensure no connections to the army or security agencies.
- The Russian Olympic Committee is suspended, and Russian politicians and top sports officials have no access to the Olympic competitions.
Trump: Court reduces bail to 175 million dollars: 175 instead of 454 million dollars: Former US President Donald Trump must post a significantly lower bail and ...
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Elon Musk’s improbable path to making X an “everything app”: X must do more than tack on new features if it wants WeChat's success.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/03/elon-musks-improbable-path-to-making-x-an-everything-app/
CATL Working With Tesla on Fast-Charging Cells, Supplying Nevada: Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. is working on faster charging batteries for Tesla Inc ...
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Five Things You Need to Know to Start Your Day: Americas: Good morning. The yen touched its lowest level versus the dollar since 1990, fueling intervention bets ...
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U.S. Falls Out of Top 20 Happiest Countries for the First Time Ever: For the first time in the World Happiness Report’s dozen-year history, the U.S ...
time.com/6958494/united-states-falls-world-happiness-report/
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Tesla in Grünheide: “We will not allow ourselves to be driven away”: The Tesla factory in Brandenburg continues to struggle with local acceptance ...
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Bail for Donald Trump: what happens if he can't pay?: Things are getting tight for Donald Trump: he has to post 454 million US dollars bail ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Secures Pause on $454 Million Civil Fraud Judgment
- Donald Trump wins the ability to pause his $454 million civil fraud judgment by posting a $175 million bond within 10 days.
- A mid-level state appellate court grants Trump's request to delay enforcement of a February 16 judgment while considering his appeal.
- Presidential candidate Trump continues to raise funds for his campaign and legal costs as he faces four upcoming criminal trials.
- Trump's legal team seeks a delay in a New York state criminal trial over hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, revealing new federal documents.
Saleha Mohsin on How the US Dollar (USD) Became a Weapon of War: Understanding the extraordinary reach of the US Treasury.
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Business Class from Taipei, Taiwan to Singapore for only $486 USD roundtrip (lie-flat seats)
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Missouri AG sues Media Matters over its X research, demands donor names: Media watchdog slams "meritless, expensive, and harassing investigations."
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/03/missouri-ag-sues-media-matters-in-lawsuit-echoing-elon-musks-complaints/
JPY USD: Big Yen Option Bet Risks Crushing Traders as FX Intervention Looms: The imminent expiry of nearly $3 billion in dollar-yen options has traders on edge ...
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Bitcoin Struggles Around $70,000. What Will It Take for Another Big Move in Cryptos?
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Elon Musk says the US needs a 'red wave' to save it: "I voted 100% Dem until a few years ago. Now, I think we need a red wave or America is toast ...
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454 million dollars due: Eric Trump complains about allegedly excessive bail against his father
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Quick Glance: Trump civil fraud case: Court gives 10 days for $175M deposit
- A New York appeals court agreed to pause collection of Donald Trump's $454 million civil fraud judgment if he deposits $175 million within 10 days.
- This ruling marks a significant victory for the former president as he defends his real estate empire.
- While the judgment still stands, New York Attorney General Letitia James will pursue collection efforts, as Trump plans to post a bond to cover the $175 million sum.
- The court also reversed certain aspects of the ruling that barred Trump and his sons from corporate leadership, allowing them to resume their roles.
Easter offer: "Make America Pray Again" - Trump advertises the sale of special copies of the Bible
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Carry Trade Roars Back in Egypt as Yield Hunters Pounce on Bonds: Investors enticed by high yields and a cheaper currency are piling into Egypt’s local bonds at ...
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History of Japan's intervention in currency markets: Japanese authorities held an emergency meeting this week to discuss the weak yen and suggested they were ...
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Quick Glance: Japanese Authorities Address Weakening Yen, Signal Intervention
- Masato Kanda, vice finance minister for international affairs, mentions Japan's readiness to respond to disorderly FX moves.
- Japan's three main monetary authorities held an emergency meeting to discuss the weakening yen and indicated willingness to intervene to stop speculative currency market moves.
- Amid the yen falling to a 34-year low against the dollar, urgency was emphasized by the Bank of Japan, Finance Ministry, and Financial Services Agency to stabilize the yen.
- A weaker yen raises Japanese import costs, fuels inflation, and increases the cost of living.
JPY USD: What to Know About Japan Policy Language on Yen and Intervention: The yen is within striking distance of a three-decade low against the dollar after a ...
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Fewer people using Elon Musk’s X as it struggles to keep users: The number of people using X daily is falling, more than a year after tech billionaire Elon Musk ...
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Will Paris really host the first gender-equal Games?: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced it had achieved full gender parity for the first time ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/03/27/finden-in-paris-wirklich-die-ersten-geschlechtergerechten-spiele-statt
Sterling bows to dollar strength after UK GDP data: The pound eased on Thursday after data confirmed the UK economy entered recession in the second half of last ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/sterling-bows-dollar-strength-after-uk-gdp-data-2024-03-28/
Israel warns 4 European countries against Palestinian statehood recognition: Israel told four European countries on Monday that their plan to work toward ...
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Elon Musk's Starlink terminals are showing up in Yemen, Sudan, and other hotspots: 'No accountability'
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Poland: Russia violates NATO airspace in attack on Ukraine: A Russian cruise missile has entered Polish airspace after Russia launched a major attack on the ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Violates Polish Airspace and Launches Massive Air Strikes
- A Russian cruise missile violated Polish airspace near Western Ukraine.
- Poland activates air force after another airspace violation by Russian missile.
- Massive Russian air strikes on Kyiv and Western Ukraine cause damage to infrastructure.
- Ukrainian army intercepts Russian attacks, despite damages to heating and power grids.
Grok-1 chatbot code released – open source or open Pandora's box?: What hasn't been released by Elon Musk's xAI is also of note
theregister.com/2024/03/18/grok_chatbot_code_released/
Quick Glance: Grok-1 Chatbot Code Released - Open Source or Pandora's Box?
- Elon Musk has released the code behind the xAI chatbot Grok-1, including the network architecture and model weights. The chatbot was released under the Apache 2.0 license and has 314 billion parameters that require hardware with sufficient GPU memory to run.
- Critics have highlighted the relatively sluggish performance in benchmarks compared to other models. Grok-1 has access to real-time data via X.com and differs from other LLMs trained on data with a cutoff point in time.
- Based on The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy model, Grok-1 is intended to answer almost anything and suggest questions. The release coincides with the first anniversary of OpenAI's GPT-4 model launch, while Musk is in legal disputes with former AI colleagues.
- The release of Grok-1's code and weights aims to diverge from OpenAI's proprietary approach. Open-sourcing AI tools has sparked controversy, with concerns about potential abuse and arguments for the benefits of transparency.
Creators are still cautious about hosting content on X: Creators are still cautious of hosting content on X due to issues with wary advertisers and ...
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Outgoing Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun has 51 million reasons to hope his successor turns things around
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Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Further investigation shows sharp drop in user numbers on X: Data from Sensor Tower shows a drop of 23 percent since November 2022, but X's own data contradicts ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000213119/weitere-untersuchung-zeigt-starken-nutzerschwund-auf-x
55 Things You Need to Know About Nicole Shanahan: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to name the Bay Area lawyer, entrepreneur and philanthropist as his running ...
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/03/26/nicole-shanahan-rfk-jr-2024-bio-00149015
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Lawsuit from Elon Musk’s X against anti-hate speech group dismissed by US judge: Ruling says case appeared to be directed at "punishing" speech from ...
ft.com/content/c67975ac-040c-440e-99fa-744469248160
Europe Considers Leveraging Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine: Some European leaders are warming up to the idea to use financial engineering to boost the profits ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-22/europe-considers-leveraging-frozen-russian-assets-for-ukraine
Kara Swisher says Musk ‘subtle as a brick’ with Trump support: Tech journalist Kara Swisher said in a Sunday interview that Elon Musk is as “subtle as a brick” ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4554016-kara-swisher-says-musk-subtle-as-a-brick-with-trump-support/
RBG’s son fights decision to give Musk and Murdoch mother’s namesake award: Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch receive Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership award ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/18/rbg-elon-musk-rupert-murdoch
$200,000 for a Tesla Cybertruck? Nobody wants to pay it anymore: Why even order a Cybertruck if you can't immediately flip it for twice what you paid?
qz.com/tesla-cybertruck-price-elon-musk-1851359981
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Quick Glance: $200,000 for a Tesla Cybertruck? Lack of Interest in Paying
- The Tesla Cybertruck auction ended at $158,000, well below the expected $200,000.
- Despite strong initial bids, the bidding competition slowed down after the first day.
- With a potential profit of only $56,000, the seller was disappointed with the outcome.
- It appears that the demand for a Tesla Cybertruck at a price of $200,000 has diminished.
Egypt’s Currency Crisis (EGP/USD) Is Over. What’s Next?: In a few short weeks in March, Egypt emerged from its worst currency crisis in decades to become the ...
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Mana College students raise tens of thousands for school's first Europe trip: A Porirua high school has raised more than $72,000 towards a trip to Europe - the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512736/mana-college-students-raise-tens-of-thousands-for-school-s-first-europe-trip
Yuan (CNY USD) Traders Stumped as China’s Key Daily Fixing Signal Clouds Over: Traders seeking to navigate the most crucial part of China’s foreign-exchange ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-27/yuan-traders-stumped-as-china-s-key-daily-signal-clouds-over
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Japan Airlines to Buy 42 New Planes From Airbus and Boeing: Japan Airlines Co. will buy 42 new Boeing Co. and Airbus SE jets in a multibillion dollar order ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-21/japan-airlines-to-buy-42-new-planes-from-airbus-and-boeing
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Quick Glance: Airbus Wins Most of Japan JAL's Order for 42 New Planes
- Japan Airlines orders 21 Airbus and 10 Boeing wide-body jets, along with 11 Airbus narrow-body jets for the fleet.
- Korean Air orders 33 Airbus A350 for $13.7 billion ahead of the merger with Asiana Airlines.
- Japan Airlines plans delivery between the financial years 2025 and 2033.
- Higher demand for more efficient planes is driven by the recovery of international travel.
After fraud verdict: "Have almost 500 million dollars in cash" - Trump contradicts his own lawyers
spiegel.de/politik/donald-trump-widerspricht-eigenen-anwaelten-habe-fast-500-millionen-dollar-in-cash-a-ef580cca-f14a-4a3b-b8ed-9f5d7cdb8891
This Is What X’s New TV App Allegedly Looks Like: An early look at the app, which will reportedly be available on Amazon and Samsung smart TVs ...
gizmodo.com/x-tv-app-elon-musk-youtube-ripoff-1851362515
Italy opens highest Tibetan bridge in Europe: Tibetan bridge located midway between cties of Foligno and Spoleto.
A new Tibetan bridge ...
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Quick Glance: Italy Inaugurates Europe's Highest Tibetan Bridge
- A new Tibetan bridge, touted as the tallest in Europe, was inaugurated over the Vigi valley in central Italy's Umbria on Saturday.
- Suspended 175 meters above the valley floor, the structure spans over 517 meters and includes 1,023 steps.
- Adventurous visitors need between half an hour and 45 minutes to cross the suspension bridge linking the villages of Sellano and Montesanto.
- The bridge will be open continuously in both summer and winter. Entrance tickets priced at €25 can be purchased online by selecting a time slot.
Scandi happy people laughing: Northern Europeans are the most joyful folk in the world
politico.eu/article/world-happiness-report-northern-europe-finland-denmark-iceland-sweden/
Stanley Cups, AI Nurses, a Bad Interview for Elon and More: It's another week where things aren't what they appear to be.
gizmodo.com/stanley-cup-lead-ai-nurse-don-lemon-elon-musk-1851359126
Elon Musk's X to pay legal bills for Canadian doctor chastised over COVID-19 tweets
ctvnews.ca/canada/elon-musk-s-x-to-pay-legal-bills-for-canadian-doctor-chastised-over-covid-19-tweets-1.6820221
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