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Jan 15 2025SCIENCE

A Project to Revive Extinct Animals Gets Huge Investment

Imagine bringing back animals that have been wiped out, like the woolly mammoth or the Tasmanian tiger. That's what Colossal Biosciences is trying to do. This week, they got a big boost with $200 million in funding. That brings their total funding to a whopping $435 million since they started in 202

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Jan 15 2025BUSINESS

Meet Pryce Yebesi: The 24-Year-Old Entrepreneur Revolutionizing Accounting Software

At just 24, Pryce Yebesi has already made a big splash in the tech world. His first company, Utopia Labs, was snapped up by Coinbase. Now, he's back with a new venture called Open Ledger, which aims to modernize accounting software. Open Ledger embeds automated accounting tools into products that bu

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Bioptimus Bags $41M to Create AI for Biology

A young French AI startup, Bioptimus, has snagged $41 million to build a special AI model for biology. Think of it like a super-smart tool for understanding and predicting biological stuff, from tiny molecules to whole organisms. The challenge? Biological data is sensitive and not easy to get. But B

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Overhaul's Big Funding Boost

Overhaul, a supply chain visibility company based in Austin, Texas, has secured a whopping $55 million in funding. Leading the charge was Springcoast Partners, with existing investors Edison Partners and Americo also chipping in. This new cash influx aims to turbocharge Overhaul’s development in AI

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Jan 13 2025BUSINESS

AI Race: Why the U. S. Should Act Now

Imagine a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is as crucial as electricity. That future is closer than you think, and OpenAI wants the U. S. to take the lead. The AI startup recently shared its game plan, saying the U. S. needs serious cash and smart rules to outpace China. It’s all about chips

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Jan 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

How Does James Bond Afford His Fancy Lifestyle?

James Bond isn't just a spy; he's a style icon. From his luxurious mansions to his high-end suits, Bond lives a life that many dream of. But how does he afford it on a government salary? Let's dig into the details. First, let's talk money. In the books, Bond's annual salary is around £4, 200, which

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

Why Funders Are Key in Making Research More Meaningful

Research that brings together different communities to solve real-world problems is becoming more popular globally. This type of research, known as "engaged research, " involves partners with different perspectives and knowledge to address issues that matter most. The goal is to create fairer and mo

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Jan 10 2025INFRASTRUCTURE

James Island's Long-Awaited Pedestrian Project Finally Moves Forward

For years, residents of James Island have been asking for safer pedestrian routes. Now, the Charleston County Finance Committee is set to award a contract for a much-needed project. This initiative will create sidewalks and a crosswalk on Woodland Shores Road and Maybank Highway. The project, known

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Jan 10 2025EDUCATION

West Hartford Schools Get Tech and Furniture Upgrade Funds

Recently, the West Hartford Town Council made a significant move to support local schools. They decided to allocate $300, 000 from the town's surplus funds for important upgrades. This money will be used to boost the school system's technology infrastructure and replace old furniture. The council ap

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fact-Checkers Brace for Job Cuts as Meta Stops Funding

Mark Zuckerberg's decision to end fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram in the US has fact-checking journalists worried. Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been funding fact-checking organizations for years. These groups check the accuracy of posts and can reduce the reach of fal

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