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Jan 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket: Another Launch Try on Thursday

Blue Origin, the space company, announced plans on Monday to attempt another launch of its New Glenn rocket early Thursday morning. The initial launch scheduled for Monday was called off due to ice buildup on a critical component. This delay, however, didn't stop Blue Origin from aiming for a Tuesda

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Big Pharma Snaps Up Local Cancer Biotech

As the sun begins to rise at the J. P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, there's a big announcement from GSK plc. They're swooping in to acquire IDRx, a small biotech company based in Plymouth, Massachusetts. IDRx is known for their work on personalized treatments for a rare cancer called gastrointestin

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Using Tech to Boost HIV Patient Brain Power and Self-Care

HIV/AIDS continues to be a big global problem. With tech moving fast, more tools are being created to help patients think clearer and manage their health better. But, there's not much research combining all this info. Researchers are looking into how tech can make a difference. They found that usin

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Jan 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

B-21 Raider’s First Test Flight: A New Era of Stealth Air Power

Edwards Air Force Base buzzed with excitement in 2024 as the first B-21 Raider test flights took to the skies. This sixth-generation stealth bomber, crafted by Northrop Grumman, is a game-changer for U. S. military aviation. Named after the World War II Doolittle Raiders, the Raider is set to replac

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

U. S. Tightens Rules on AI Chips, Keeps Allies in the Loop

The United States government recently announced new rules that limit the export of AI chips to certain countries and allow unlimited access to allies like Japan and the UK. The goal is to keep advanced computing power within the U. S. and its closest allies, while blocking access to countries like C

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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 14 2025BUSINESS

Tech Stocks Take a Hit: What's Happening with Nvidia and Palantir?

Monday was a rough day for tech stocks, with big names like Nvidia, Palantir, and Rigetti Computing seeing significant drops. Nvidia fell by nearly 4%, Palantir by 3. 5%, and Rigetti Computing plummeted by 10%. Even last year's Nasdaq winner, AppLovin, wasn't spared, with a 3% loss. This sell-off ha

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

US Limits AI Chip Exports: China and Russia Affected

The US has just put new limits on AI chip exports to hold back China and Russia. This comes as Biden's term ends and hot on the heels of similar curbs last month. Tech companies like Nvidia and Oracle aren't happy, saying these rules might hurt US tech leadership. Officials say the goal is to keep

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Jan 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

UK's New AI Ambitions: From Caution to Boost

The U. K. is making a big shift in its stance on AI. Instead of focusing on the potential harms, it's now betting big on the technology. The government has launched a new plan to speed up public services and create jobs using AI. They're calling it a "decade of national renewal. " This includes sett

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Jan 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Launch Pushed Back Due to Technical Issue

Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos' space company, had big plans to launch their New Glenn rocket from Florida's Space Coast at the start of 2025. This 320-foot-tall rocket intended to make its debut flight on January 13, within a three-hour window starting at 1 a. m. EST. However, things didn't go as planned.

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