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Social Media X Removes Block Feature
In a move that is likely to trigger discussions within the online community, social media company X, formerly known as Twitter, is poised to eliminate a crucial protective feature that allows users to block other accounts. The decision, spearheaded by the company’s owner Elon Musk, follows a series of controversial decisions that have marked his…
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BYD’s Call to Unite for Global Auto Success
China’s top automaker, BYD, has issued a patriotic rallying cry for the Chinese auto industry to unite and overcome global market challenges. Founder and chairman Wang Chuanfu emphasized the emotional significance for the Chinese people to witness a Chinese brand achieving global success. This call, which comes from Tesla’s main competitor in the global electric…
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Fortnite x Jujutsu Kaisen Collaboration: Thrilling Changes Await
The much-anticipated collaboration between Fortnite and Jujutsu Kaisen is finally here, and players are in for a treat with an array of captivating changes taking center stage on the game’s island. Notably, the introduction of Cursed Llamas is causing a stir, effectively replacing the traditional Loot Llamas. These unique Cursed Llamas promise an enticing array…
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Apple Slumps in Sales Amid Strong Profit Performance
Apple has recently projected a decline in sales for the current quarter, causing a 2% drop in its shares, despite the company surpassing Wall Street’s expectations for sales and profits in the fiscal third quarter. The decline in sales comes as Apple grapples with a fiercely competitive smartphone market, especially for its flagship product, the…
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US Lawmakers Push for Stricter Emissions Limits
A bipartisan group of 95 lawmakers in the United States, consisting of Democratic senators and House members, is putting pressure on the Biden administration to implement more stringent emissions limits than what was proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) back in April. These legislators are urging the EPA to finalize tailpipe emissions regulations that…
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Nvidia Leads the AI Chip Technology Revolution
Nvidia, the prominent designer of artificial intelligence (AI) chips, has witnessed a substantial increase in share value, suggesting a growing demand for these specialized chips and indicating an AI revolution in the technology sector. AI chips, although lacking a universally agreed-upon definition, are custom-designed computing hardware optimized for AI workloads, specifically for tasks like training…
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Leading Scientists Urge Action on AI Risks
In a concise yet urgent statement, prominent scientists and high-level executives from leading tech companies, including Microsoft and Google, have issued a warning regarding the perilous implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for humanity. The statement advocates for prioritizing the mitigation of AI risks at a global scale, placing it on par with other existential threats…
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Boeing Cascade Climate Model: Advancing Sustainable Aviation
Boeing has taken a significant step towards achieving net zero carbon emissions in the commercial aviation industry by unveiling the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model. This data modeling tool is designed to analyze and quantify the effects of various sustainability solutions aimed at reducing carbon emissions in aviation. As part of Boeing’s commitment to a…
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Nio Ventures into Fusion Technology: Diversifying Beyond EVs
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio is expanding its horizons beyond the EV sector with an investment in a startup called Neo Fusion. The company is dedicated to developing fusion technologies and aims to research and create controlled fusion solutions for commercial use worldwide within the next two decades. Neo Fusion, with a registered capital of…
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