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Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced on Monday a $10 billion investment to build new data centers in Ohio by 2030. This move brings Amazon’s total investment in the state to over $23 billion, solidifying Ohio’s status as a growing technology hub in the Midwest. Expansion of Cloud and
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Generative AI (Gen AI) has remarkable capabilities: it’s always on, endlessly scalable, instantly responsive, and equipped with vast knowledge. These attributes have made it an intimidating yet powerful tool, particularly for white-collar work. Yet, as AI continues to reshape industries, there remain critical areas where humans still hold a
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Nvidia has launched the $249 Jetson Orin Nano, a compact, palm-sized computer designed for running artificial intelligence applications locally. This new iteration doubles the speed and efficiency of its predecessor while cutting the price in half, according to Nvidia. The Orin Nano is capable of processing up to 70% more
Energy
Artificial intelligence’s sudden expansion has unleashed enormous potential—but at a steep cost: skyrocketing energy consumption. As AI models grow larger and more complex, they require vast amounts of power, leaving tech companies scrambling to find sustainable solutions. The Energy Crisis Behind AI Data centers, the backbone of AI
Branding
Brands are in a constant race to remain relevant. The ability to adapt — to change with the times, pivot strategies, and evolve offerings — has become the single most powerful competitive advantage a business can possess. Here’s why. 1. Markets Move Fast, and So Must You Technology, consumer preferences, and
Media
Threads, Meta’s social media platform, now boasts over 100 million daily active users, according to CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s announcement on Monday. This marks a significant milestone for Threads and is the first time Meta has publicly shared a daily active user count for the app. View on Threads
Real Estate
U.S. home prices are expected to continue rising in 2025, albeit at a slower rate than this year, according to a recent forecast from Bank of America. The investment bank’s mortgage-backed securities (MBS) research team predicts a 2% increase in national home prices next year. This projection marks
Mobile Apps
Chinese shopping app Temu has reclaimed its spot as the most downloaded free app in the U.S., according to Apple's year-end rankings released Monday. This marks Temu’s continued dominance after taking the top position in 2023, pushing TikTok, which held the crown in 2022, down to
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Google is stepping up its game in AI video and image generation with the release of Veo 2, the newest version of its video generation model. Positioned to compete directly with OpenAI’s Sora, Veo 2 delivers more realistic, high-resolution videos with improved understanding of real-world physics, human movement, and
Economy
In a joint press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Monday, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a monumental $100 billion investment into the United States over the next four years. Joined by President-elect Donald Trump, Son emphasized that the decision reflects his confidence in the U.S. economy under Trump’s leadership.
Leadership
Empathy is often innate in childhood—kids naturally feel upset when they see someone in pain or trouble. But as we grow up, especially in fast-paced work environments, empathy often takes a backseat. A recent survey of 1,000 U.S. workers revealed that 52% felt their company’s efforts
Tech Insights
Apple may soon enter the foldable market with two groundbreaking devices. After years of development, the tech giant is reportedly preparing to launch a foldable iPhone and a larger foldable device resembling an iPad, potentially revolutionizing its product lineup. The Foldable Devices: What to Expect Foldable iPhone: * Designed to offer