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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Linus Torvalds Says AI Tech is Mostly Hype

Linus Torvalds, a well-known Finnish software engineer, shared his opinions on AI technology during an open-source event in Vienna. The creator of the Linux kernel isn’t impressed with the current state of AI. He believes that 90% of what we hear about AI is just marketing, and only 10% is real. Mo

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Oct 29 2024BUSINESS

Consumers Boost Confidence as Election Day Nears

As the United States gears up for Election Day, American consumers are showing a significant boost in confidence, according to a recent report by a business research group. The Consumer Confidence Index, which measures both current economic conditions and future expectations, jumped to 108. 7 in Oct

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Plan: A Fresh Name for Top-Tier Phones

Have you ever wondered why Samsung might want to change the name of its premium smartphones? Well, it's not just about a new label. Samsung is considering a big shift from its iconic "Galaxy" brand for its high-end phones. Why? To make a clear split between their innovative top-tier devices and the

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Oct 29 2024FINANCE

Green Boost: Investing in Asia's Future

Imagine investing in a future where Asia's economy thrives on clean energy and sustainable practices. That's what the Newton Hexon Asia Growth Fund is all about. This fund, a joint venture between Newton Hexon Capital and PMB Investment Berhad, is focused on businesses that are leading the charge in

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Oct 29 2024SPORTS

Caitlin Clark’s Impact on Women’s Basketball: A Boost for Butler’s New Coach

Since joining the WNBA, Caitlin Clark has become a massive draw. Her popularity sold out draft tickets in minutes and she has a jaw-dropping Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) value of $3. 1 million. Her impressive stats and record-breaking performances have boosted the WNBA’s popularity significantly.

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Oct 29 2024FINANCE

Why Japan's Markets Went Up Despite a Political Shake-Up

On Tuesday, markets in the Asia-Pacific region mostly rose, following the lead from Wall Street. Japan's Nikkei 225, for instance, inched up by 0. 77% and closed at 38, 903. 68, building on the previous day's gains. This happened even though Japan's ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party, lost i

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Drone Attacks Hit Russia’s Explosive Factories: Ukraine’s Strike and Russia’s Response

Ukraine has taken the fight to Russia, with drone strikes targeting ethanol plants in the Voronezh region. These plants are crucial for producing explosives, making them prime targets. Two people were injured, and two industrial enterprises were damaged in the attacks, which also sparked a fire. Fir

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Oct 29 2024FINANCE

Stocks See-Saw: Dow Down, Nasdaq Up on Tesla's Surprise Earnings

Investors had a rollercoaster day as the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged over 200 points, while the Nasdaq Composite Index soared. This happened because Tesla's earnings report was a pleasant surprise. Tesla's stock jumped by 20% after the company announced better profits than expected. This is

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

iPhone 16 and Huawei's Comeback: China's Smartphone Race

In the third quarter of 2024, the iPhone 16 gave Apple a boost in China's smartphone market, helping it secure a spot among the top five vendors. Although Apple's market share dipped slightly to 15. 6%, the new iPhone still made waves. Huawei, on the other hand, is staging a strong comeback. Despite

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Oct 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chalamet Look-alikes Gather: A Sunday Afternoon in Washington Square Park

On a sunny Sunday, Washington Square Park was filled with excitement. People flocked to see who would win the Timothée Chalamet Look-alike Competition. A QR code and signs directed folks to a Partiful page, where they learned about the $50 cash prize. More content creators than actual look-alikes sh

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