Coca-Cola is not backing down from its AI adventure. After last year’s AI holiday ad caused a stir, the company is diving even deeper into artificial intelligence this season. Pratik Thakar, the head of generative AI at Coca-Cola, shared his thoughts at the Brandweek 2025 event in Atlanta. He made i
Two game studios, both backed by NetEase, are at a crossroads. T-Minus Zero Entertainment is making a comeback, while Fantastic Pixel Castle is preparing to shut down. T-Minus Zero Entertainment has been reborn as an independent company. A small team of experienced directors and founders has taken
Europe's energy policies are like a big puzzle. Each piece, like climate rules or energy costs, affects the economy in different ways. For example, stricter climate rules can boost new green tech, but they can also make energy more expensive. This can slow down economic growth and raise unemployment
Across the US, voters are making their voices heard in several key elections. In California, a big debate is happening over Proposition 50. Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for this proposal, which would let the state redraw congressional district maps before the usual 10-year cycle. This is a big d
Vietnam's coffee fields are in deep trouble. Too much rain has already soaked the ground, and now another typhoon is heading straight for the country's central highlands. This region is crucial for growing robusta coffee, a type that's in high demand worldwide. The excess water is making the soil to
Luxury brands are now using advanced AI and data science to connect with their most valuable customers. One digital marketing agency has seen a huge increase in website traffic and customer value for their clients who use a special AI-driven approach. The agency says the real challenge is not just
Jennifer Lawrence, a well-known actress, recently shared her thoughts on whether celebrities influence voters. She questioned if her political statements actually make a difference, especially after supporting specific candidates in past elections. Lawrence pointed out that celebrities don't seem to
In Japan, doctors are trying out a new way to remove thyroids. They are using robots! This method is called transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy, or TART for short. It's not the only new way to do this. There's also a method using cameras called video-assisted neck surgery, or VANS. Doctors wanted t
A public company, TON Strategy, recently faced a warning from Nasdaq for breaking rules about getting shareholder approval. They raised over $500 million by selling shares privately to buy a lot of Toncoin, a cryptocurrency linked to Telegram. Nasdaq didn't punish them severely because it seemed lik
Trump's approach to trade with China has been a bit of a rollercoaster. He's been trying to use tariffs to get China to cut down on exports to the U. S. But it's been a bumpy ride, with not much to show for it yet. Let's talk about leverage. In the world of politics, it's all about having power ove
