SpaceX is gearing up for an exciting new mission, Polaris Dawn, which is set to launch at the end of the month. This mission, part of billionaire Jared Isaacman’s Polaris Program, will mark the first attempt at a spacewalk by a private venture. The crew, led by Isaacman himself, will include long-time colleague Scott Poteet,
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The advancement in technology has led to a new era where tracking brainwaves and capturing neural data are becoming a reality. This raises a critical question – what is a thought and how can it be measured and commodified? Recently, Colorado passed a groundbreaking privacy act aimed at protecting the rights of individuals in the
Despite the ongoing litigation and financial challenges faced by Landmark Theatres, the company remains resilient in its commitment to the business. With a recent judge setting an auction date for the chain and other properties due to defaulting on a significant loan, the future may seem uncertain. However, Landmark Theatres is dedicated to finding a
The volatile nature of the stock market is evident in the premarket trading activities of various companies. Kellanova’s shares rose significantly after agreeing to be acquired by Mars, while Alphabet experienced a drop in share prices due to reports of potential regulatory actions. This highlights the influence of external factors on company performance and investor
Chipotle took a hit on Tuesday with a significant drop in their stock price due to the announcement that CEO Brian Niccol will be leaving his position at the end of August to lead Starbucks. The stock plummeted by 10% during the day, ultimately closing 7% lower than the previous day’s close. Since taking over
India’s markets regulator issued a statement urging investors to stay calm and exercise caution in response to reports from US-based shortseller Hindenburg Research. The report in question alleged that the head of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Madhabi Puri Buch, had previous investments in offshore funds also utilized by the Adani Group. Despite
At the recent D23 Disney fan event, Walt Disney unveiled plans for a new ‘Avatar’ experience at its Disney California Adventure theme park. This new attraction will be based on the upcoming film, “Avatar: The Way of Water,” the second installment in the popular science fiction franchise. Along with this, a show highlighting the life
The recent passing of former YouTube CEO, Susan Wojcicki, has left a profound impact on the tech community. Wojcicki, who played a pivotal role in the growth and success of Google and YouTube, was known for her incredible leadership and innovative vision. Her journey in the tech industry served as an inspiration to many, especially
John Schulman, the co-founder of OpenAI, recently announced his departure from the Microsoft-backed company to join Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup funded by Amazon. This move comes shortly after the dissolution of OpenAI’s superalignment team, which was dedicated to ensuring human control over advanced AI systems. Schulman, who led OpenAI’s post-training team focused on AI
The U.S. Commerce Department is reportedly considering a proposal to prohibit Chinese software in autonomous and connected vehicles, a move that could have far-reaching implications for the automotive industry. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Biden administration is expected to introduce a rule that would ban Chinese software in vehicles with Level 3
Tadge Juechter, often referred to as the “godfather” of the modern Corvette, recently retired from General Motors after an illustrious career spanning nearly five decades. His journey with the iconic sports car began in 1985 when he conducted research to determine if there was a market for a new high-performance model, the ZR1. Fast forward
In a season marked by restrained consumer spending, one company in particular – Chinese toy company, Pop Mart – has stood out with impressive double-digit growth figures in the first half of the year. Providing a refreshing perspective in an otherwise gloomy economic climate, Pop Mart recently announced that it anticipates a revenue increase of
In the last quarter, Berkshire Hathaway’s cash pile swelled to a record $276.9 billion, marking a significant increase from the previous record of $189 billion set in the first quarter of 2024. This surge came as Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, sold off large portions of stock holdings, including a significant portion of his
Five9, a prominent cloud software company specializing in contact center solutions, has recently faced challenges in maintaining its growth trajectory. With a slowdown in revenue growth from 40% in 2021 to 17% last year, investors are becoming increasingly concerned about the company’s ability to sustain its competitive edge in the market. This deceleration in growth