Microsoft unveiled new consumer laptops and highlighted its AI assistant, Copilot, at its fall hardware event, which featured the unification of Copilot across Microsoft's products, including Windows 11, as well as AI updates such as image generation and personalized search results; the event also showcased the Surface Laptop Go 3 and the high-end Surface Laptop Studio 2.
The deadline for repaying creditors of the defunct Mt. Gox Bitcoin exchange has been extended from October 2023 to October 2024, potentially providing hope for rehabilitation creditors who may receive repayments by the end of this year. Mt. Gox, once the largest cryptocurrency exchange, collapsed in 2014 after a major hack, leaving 24,000 creditors waiting for the resolution of their claims. The estate holds approximately 138,000 Bitcoin and a similar amount in Bitcoin Cash, along with 69 billion Japanese yen.
Millions of student loan borrowers in the US are facing the challenge of resuming their loan payments after a moratorium, with some borrowers unsure of the due dates and payment amounts. Many are expected to experience financial stress and may need to cut back on spending or explore repayment options such as income-driven plans. The new SAVE plan launched by the Biden administration aims to provide affordable payments, but not all borrowers will see a decrease in their monthly payments.
Rupert Murdoch, media mogul and founder of News Corp. and Fox Corp., is stepping down as chairman of both companies and will be appointed chairman emeritus, while his son Lachlan Murdoch will become sole chairman of News Corp.
The Galaxy Buds FE are budget wireless earbuds from Samsung that offer decent sound quality, touch controls, and a sleek design, making them a good option for those prioritizing sound and call quality over active noise cancellation.
Senate Republicans predict that Speaker Kevin McCarthy will need to reach out to House Democrats in order to prevent a government shutdown, as they don't believe he will be able to unify the entire GOP conference behind a measure to keep federal departments and agencies open.
The author recommends playing the Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 update before the release of Phantom Liberty, as it is unlikely to significantly change the experience for new players and returning players can still have fun experimenting with the new systems.
Several fiction writers are suing Open AI, alleging that the company's ChatGPT chatbot is illegally utilizing their copyrighted work to generate copycat texts.
Apple is set to launch the Series 9 Apple Watch with new features such as a 'double tap' function, enhanced phone location capabilities, and the S9 chip.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travels to Washington to seek renewed American aid for Ukraine's fight against Russia, as Congress debates new funding and public support wavers.
Disney plans to spend $60 billion on parks, experiences, and consumer products over the next decade, but investors are concerned about the return on investment and the impact on free cash flow.
Investors shouldn't worry about a government shutdown as it is unlikely to have a significant impact on the markets.
The Biden administration is investing $600 million in manufacturing COVID tests and will send up to four free tests per household to anyone who requests them through the COVIDtests.gov website.
The prospect of the Bank of England pausing its interest rate hikes increased as the UK's high inflation rate unexpectedly slowed to an 18-month low, causing the pound to fall and investors to see a nearly 50-50 chance of rates staying on hold at the BoE's September meeting.
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The Biden administration has canceled $37 million in student loan debt for former students of the University of Phoenix who were misled into believing the for-profit school had connections with Fortune 500 companies.
Stocks closed lower on Wednesday as Wall Street analyzed the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq sinking the most, while the Fed's updated forecast showed that interest rates will remain higher for longer than previously anticipated.
Billionaire CEO Elon Musk's company Neuralink is preparing to test its first cybernetic implant on a human patient, aiming to restore full body movement for paralyzed individuals and improve human to AI communication by several orders of magnitude.
In an impassioned speech, departing Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley reaffirmed the US military's oath to the Constitution and condemned accusations from former President Donald Trump, declaring that they do not swear an oath to a "wannabe dictator."
Ford and Canadian labor union Unifor have reached a tentative deal, averting strike action in Canada, while striking workers in the U.S. threaten further action if an agreement is not reached by Friday.
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The new Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 have been released, featuring brighter displays, a faster S9 chip, a "Double Tap" gesture, and increased storage, but reviewers suggest that they are only worth upgrading to from older models.
Wall Street stocks rise as investors await the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates, with focus on future rate projections and hints from Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
A group of best-selling authors, including John Grisham and Jonathan Franzen, have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of using their books to train its chatbot without permission or compensation, potentially harming the market for their work.
United Airlines pilots have approved a new contract with significant compensation increases, totaling up to 40.2% over a four-year period, bringing an end to industry-wide negotiations during a pilot shortage.
The potential government shutdown in the US is unlikely to have a significant impact on the stock market, as historical data shows that market returns have been relatively unaffected in the past, and the economic effects of a shutdown are limited with most government workers continuing to receive pay. However, a prolonged shutdown could complicate the Federal Reserve's efforts to control inflation and implement monetary policy changes.
The National Security Agency is establishing an artificial intelligence security center to protect U.S. defense and intelligence systems from the increasing threat of AI capabilities being acquired, developed, and integrated by adversaries such as China and Russia.
French antitrust enforcers raided the offices of a business suspected of engaging in "anticompetitive practices in the graphics cards sector," with the Wall Street Journal identifying the targeted company as Nvidia Corp.
Microsoft will no longer allow users to install and activate Windows 10 or Windows 11 with old Windows 7 and Windows 8 product keys.
Valkyrie, an asset manager, has stated that it will not purchase ether futures until the SEC approves adding it to its Bitcoin Strategy ETF, and it will also unwind any previously made ether futures purchases.
OpenAI is partnering with Sir Jony Ive and SoftBank to develop an AI-based hardware device, aiming to create the "iPhone of artificial intelligence" that is intuitive and enhances natural responses, with SoftBank providing $1 billion in funding; the joint venture's goals are still in the preliminary stages and the commercial device may take years to launch.
Girl Scout cookie prices are increasing to $6 a box in eastern Massachusetts due to inflation's impact on the cost of ingredients and other aspects of cookie making.
The Paris public prosecutor's office is investigating LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault over financial transactions involving Russian oligarch Nikolai Sarkisov, with a preliminary investigation underway since 2022 regarding possible acts of money laundering.
Thousands of cantaloupes sold in 19 states and Washington, D.C. are being recalled due to potential salmonella contamination.
Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Wawa plans to open at least 60 stores across Indiana in the next eight to ten years, with the first two locations set for Hamilton County and groundbreaking expected in mid-2024.
Government bond yields are expected to continue their rise as fiscal concerns and anticipated higher interest rates weigh on the market, leading to losses in bonds and impacting equities and currencies.
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Despite ongoing concerns about lackluster growth, revised data shows that the UK's economy has grown faster than originally estimated since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, outperforming France and Germany.
French authorities are satisfied with a software update from Apple addressing radiation concerns raised about the iPhone 12, preventing a potential ban on the device in France.
Google is expanding access to its generative artificial intelligence-powered search experience (SGE) to teens aged 13 to 17, allowing them to benefit from conversational, natural searching while prioritizing safety and meeting their developmental needs.
