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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Space and AI: A New Powerhouse Emerges

Imagine combining satellite technology with cutting-edge artificial intelligence. That's exactly what happened when Yahsat, a satellite operator from the UAE, merged with Bayanat, an AI company specializing in geospatial data. Their new venture, Space42, aims to bring together satellite communicatio

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Automation at Ports: Job Growth or Loss?

In 2022, a study by the Pacific Maritime Association claimed that automating two Los Angeles container terminals in 2015 led to an 11.2% increase in union workforce by 2021. However, another study backed by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union found that automation eliminated the equivale

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Chronic Pain in Kids: A Hidden Crisis

Imagine having a constant, nagging pain that never goes away. This is the reality for one in five kids and teens. We often think of chronic pain as an adult problem, but youngsters suffer just as much. The trouble is, doctors don't always know how to help them. There's a big disconnect between what

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Bitcoin's Price Drops: Mt. Gox Repayments and Government Sales

Bitcoin's price has taken a steep dive, falling 8% over just two days. What's behind this drop? Some major players are selling their bitcoins. The infamous Mt. Gox exchange, which went bankrupt back in 2014 after a huge hack, has started paying back its creditors. It's estimated that Mt. Gox still h

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

AI vs Bitcoin: A New Race in West Texas

In the heart of West Texas lies Abilene, a town formerly known for cattle grazing but now transforming into a hub for artificial intelligence (AI). Two companies, Lancium and Crusoe Energy Systems, have teamed up to build a massive AI data center outside Abilene. This 200-megawatt project is the fir

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Watch Executives Chat About Life-Saving Features

In a recent talk with David Phelan from The Independent, Apple bigwigs Jeff Williams, Dr. Sumbul Desai, and Jay Blahnik discussed the health benefits of the Apple Watch. Williams, the head of the Apple Watch team, explained how the idea to expand health features came from users who credited the watc

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Navigating Hype: Experts Share Insights at Disrupt 2024

Ever felt like you were drowning in the latest tech trends? It’s tough to tell what’s real and what’s just hype. Join Pegah Ebrahimi from FPV Ventures, Harry Tannenbaum from Mill, and Natalie Sportelli from Bullish at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. They’ll talk about how to spot real opportunities amid al

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI Partners: Accenture and Nvidia Team Up for Big Business

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is causing quite a stir in the IT world, with mixed opinions on its future. While some see it as a threat, others are eager to adopt it. Accenture and Nvidia have just announced a big expansion of their AI partnership, aiming to sell machine learning algorithms to more b

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

A New Team-Up for Wound Care: Magle Chemoswed and I2Pure Join Forces

Imagine two companies, each with their own special sauce, coming together to make a big difference in wound care. Magle Chemoswed is known for its clever starch microspheres, while I2Pure has made waves with its safe and effective molecular iodine technology. What happens when these two meet? A powe

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Job Cuts Hit Kelowna’s QHR Technologies

In a surprising turn of events, some employees at QHR Technologies in Kelowna have been let go. The company, which specializes in electronic medical records, was bought by Loblaws in 2016 for a whopping $170 million through its subsidiary Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. This week, the company underwent a ma

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