Flurry of GROK Tokens Surge and Dive in Crypto Speculation Frenzy
Over the weekend, nearly 400 different GROK tokens were released by anonymous developers, inspired by Grok, an AI chatbot service by social application X.
Elon Musk and Jensen Huang Offer Divergent Views on AI's Impact on Jobs and Remote Work
Elon Musk and Jensen Huang, two prominent figures in the tech industry, have differing views on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on jobs.
New Delhi Chokes on Toxic Haze as Air Quality Plummets to Global Worst
New Delhi, India's capital, experienced extremely poor air quality as a thick layer of toxic haze covered the city, leading to the closure of some schools.
Man Drives Through Gate of South Carolina Nuclear Plant, Evades Security
Authorities are searching for a man who drove through the gate of a nuclear power plant in South Carolina and allegedly attempted to hit security officers before fleeing.
Michigan House Passes Controversial Clean Energy Reforms Amid Climate Change Debate
The Michigan House has approved a set of reforms to combat climate change, which includes a requirement for utilities to rely entirely on clean energy sources by 2040.
Barack Obama Collaborates with Biden Administration on AI Strategy and Oversight
Former President Barack Obama advised the White House on its strategy for addressing artificial intelligence (AI) over the past five months, collaborating with tech companies and engaging in Zoom meetings with top Biden administration aides.
New Bill Seeks Congressional Input on Federal AI Implementation and Safety Standards
A new bill in response to the White House's executive order on AI has been introduced, aiming to provide Congress with input on the federal government's implementation of AI systems.
Orsted Scraps New Jersey Wind Farms Amidst Financial Setbacks in US Offshore Wind Industry
Danish company Orsted has abandoned plans to construct two wind farms off the coast of New Jersey, resulting in potential write-offs of up to $5.6 billion.
WeWork Shares Plummet as Bankruptcy Reports Loom
WeWork's stock price dropped nearly 50% to a record low amid reports that the company is considering filing for bankruptcy next week.
27 Countries, Including US and China, Sign Bletchley Park Declaration on AI for Responsible Development
The United States and China, along with 27 other countries and the EU, have signed the Bletchley Park Declaration on AI during a two-day AI Safety Summit held in the UK.
Toyota's $8 Billion Investment Boosts U.S. Battery Manufacturing and EV Commitment
Toyota is committing an additional $8 billion to its battery manufacturing facility in North Carolina, marking the largest investment by a foreign automaker in the United States since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in 2022.
McDonald's Sees Shift in Customer Demographics Amid Inflation and Price Hikes
McDonald's has revealed that it is gaining middle- and higher-income customers who are trading down to its menu while simultaneously losing lower-income diners due to high inflation.
President Biden's Executive Order Strengthens AI Safety and Regulation
President Biden has issued an executive order aimed at addressing concerns over the safety, security, and trustworthiness of AI technology.
General Motors and UAW Reach Agreement, Ending Detroit Three Strike
General Motors (GM) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) have reached a tentative agreement, ending a six-week-long coordinated strike against the Detroit Three automakers.
Toyota Recalls Over 750,000 Highlanders Due to Bumper Issue, Potential Accident Risk
Toyota is recalling approximately 751,000 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles due to an issue with the mounting tabs on their bumpers that could lead to parts detaching, potentially causing accidents.
Cruise Temporarily Suspends Driverless Car Fleet Amid Safety Concerns and Regulatory Scrutiny
Cruise, the autonomous vehicle operator, has decided to temporarily halt its fleet of driverless cars across the United States, citing a need to reassess its operations and build public trust.
GM and UAW Resume Negotiations Amidst Ford Labor Agreement and Ongoing Strike Impact
Negotiations between General Motors (GM) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) resumed in an effort to reach a labor contract deal and end a six-week-long strike.
UN Report Warns of Impending Global Tipping Points with Irreversible Consequences
A United Nations report highlights that humanity is approaching multiple critical "tipping points" that could result in irreversible ecological and institutional system disruptions.
Ford and UAW Announce Tentative Labor Deal with Significant Wage Increases
Ford and the United Auto Workers (UAW) have reached a tentative labor agreement after a six-week negotiation.
California DMV Revokes Cruise's Autonomous Vehicle License Amid Safety and Transparency Concerns
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has revoked Cruise's license to operate autonomous vehicles in San Francisco due to concerns about safety and transparency.