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WorkWalking pneumonia is surging ahead of cold and flu season - WSJ Levels of this milder lung infectionwhich can lead to walking pneumonia"are 10 times greater than last year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Though the CDC doesnt officially track the disease, it issued an alert last month noting the rise in cases. Levels of walking pneumonia, so named because patients often feel well enough to go about their normal daily activities, typically peak every three to seven years. WorkChina plans to crash a spacecraft into a distant asteroid - The Economist SPACE ROCKS collide with Earths atmosphere all the time. The vast majority are too small to do any damage, but the risk of a larger asteroid (or comet) wiping out a city is one that space agencies around the world are taking seriously. The first goal of such would-be planetary defenders is detection: finding all objects capable of wreaking such damage and confirming that they are not on a collision course with Earth. The other goal is testing technologies that could either destroy such asteroids or else, more plausibly, deflect them away from the planet.
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WorkThe new Jeffrey Epstein tapes and his friendship with Trump, explainedThe election is finally here and the stakes are higher than ever. At Vox, we strive to bring clarity in uncertain times and help you understand what really matters. We know the impact of this election will be huge, and we believe you deserve to understand how the outcome will affect your life. WorkHere's What Time the Polls Close in Every StateThe presidential election between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris will come to a head on Nov. 5 as final voters cast their ballots. Thats not the only thing that will be decided at the polls though, with abortion, marijuana, and local and state representative elections also set to be voted on down ballot
WorkNuclear energys AI boom blew a fuseheres what could happen next - WSJ Owners of nuclear power plants had been riding high on hopes that they could sign lucrative contracts with tech companies to sell always-available power. A ruling from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission wont extinguish those prospects, but does throw a bit of cold water on them. Work
WorkWorkUbers real threat isnt from robots | Company Business News - WSJ Uber has been on a particularly wild ride over the past month. Teslas much-hyped Robotaxi Day on Oct. 10 turned out to be a bit of a bust for its investors given the canned demos and lack of details about the companys plans. But that turned out well for Uber: Its stock had been under pressure for much of the year because of worries about the prospect of Tesla launching a fleet of self-driving cabs and a network to run them on. The ride-hailing pioneers stock jumped nearly 11% the day after the event.
WorkWorkAn airline is giving AI a shot at scheduling flights“When a scheduler, let’s say, realizes there are three [flights] going into a city that has two gates [and] they need to move one of those flights by an hour, now they’re doing it intuitively,” Casley told Fast Company. “What this product will do is, when they move that flight, it will show them several things: It will simulate the flow of that schedule for that [airplane] and determine if you’re impacting the potential for delay and predict the revenue.”
WorkWorkResearch Grid raises $6.4M to automate clinical trial admin | TechCrunchThe hardest part for Hill was getting the company off the ground during the pandemic as a solo founder. She managed through and is now in growth mode. Revenue grew over 20x last year and is expected to continue to grow, she said. The company is working across Big Pharma, Contract Research Organisations, and Clinical Sites, hiring more experts, and improving their AI technology. WorkCanoo loses its CFO and top lawyer | TechCrunchCanoo is also facing multiple lawsuits from suppliers alleging unpaid bills, as TechCrunch previously reported. Another supplier, Kistler Instrument Corporation, has since filed a lawsuit against Canoo as well in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking $56,000 in damages. WorkWorkWhat the Chainsmokers bring to the cap tablefor cybersecurity startup ChainguardMaggie Stamets is a Podcast Producer for TechCrunch based in Denver, Colorado. Previously, she worked as the Brand and Content Manager for BUILT BY GIRLS where she developed an interest in tech and a passion for creating equitable and welcoming professional tech spaces. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a minor in English from Hofstra University in New York. WorkWorkSwiggy IPO nets $606 million from institutional investors | TechCrunchThe anchor investors include BlackRock, Fidelity, Norges Bank, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Nomura, Jane Street, Citadel, Motilal Oswal, Kotak, and 360 One, as well as mutual funds and insurance units operated by Indian lenders SBI, ICICI, Kotak, and HDFC, the sources said, requesting anonymity. WorkA comprehensive list of 2024 tech layoffs | TechCrunchAlyssa Stringer is the Audience Development Manager for TechCrunch. She previously worked for HW Media as Audience Development Manager across HousingWire, RealTrends and FinLedger media brands. Prior to her experience in audience development, Alyssa worked as a content writer and holds a Bachelor’s in Journalism at the University of North Texas. WorkPrintful and Printify ink a merger deal | TechCrunchNatasha is a senior reporter for TechCrunch, joining September 2012, based in Europe. She joined TC after a stint reviewing smartphones for CNET UK and, prior to that, more than five years covering business technology for silicon.com (now folded into TechRepublic), where she focused on mobile and wireless, telecoms & networking, and IT skills issues. She has also freelanced for organisations including The Guardian and the BBC. Natasha holds a First Class degree in English from Cambridge University, and an MA in journalism from Goldsmiths College, University of London. WorkDeepRoute raises $100M in push to beat Tesla's FSD in China | TechCrunchRebecca Bellan covers transportation for TechCrunch. She’s interested in all things micromobility, EVs, AVs, smart cities, AI, sustainability and more. Previously, she covered social media for Forbes.com, and her work has appeared in Bloomberg CityLab, The Atlantic, The Daily Beast, Mother Jones, i-D (Vice) and more.Rebecca studied journalism and history at Boston University. She has invested in Ethereum. WorkWorkAI safety advocates tell founders to slow down | TechCrunchAmanda Silberling is a senior writer at TechCrunch covering the intersection of technology and culture. She has also written for publications like Polygon, MTV, the Kenyon Review, NPR, and Business Insider. She is the co-host of Wow If True, a podcast about internet culture, with science fiction author Isabel J. Kim. Prior to joining TechCrunch, she worked as a grassroots organizer, museum educator, and film festival coordinator. She holds a B.A. in English from the University of Pennsylvania and served as a Princeton in Asia Fellow in Laos. WorkSuper Micro stock slides over 10% on weaker-than-expected outlook, uncertainty over annual filingIn September, the Wall Street Journal reported the US Department of Justice is investigating Super Micro Computer. The Journal reported the probe was in an "early stage," citing people familiar with the matter. Additionally, the Journal said a prosecutor at the US attorney’s office in San Francisco had asked for information regarding a former employee who was accused of accounting violations. WorkWorkPharmacies sue GoodRx and PBMs over 'illegal' reimbursement feesThe “anti-competitive” tactic has contributed to deteriorating finances for a growing number of independent pharmacies, according to the lawsuits, which noted “thousands” of local drug stores have closed in recent years. The pharmacies argued the dispute is one of several over reimbursement fees that, ultimately, favor pharmacies affiliated with the PBMs themselves. WorkElection 2024 Live Updates: America Decides Between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump - The New Yorker Tens of millions of Americans are casting their votes today in the Presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, one of the closest and most consequential in modern history. In the final days of the campaign, the candidates have presented starkly different visions for the future of the country, with Trump fuelling anti-migrant and anti-trans sentiment while also baselessly casting doubt on the integrity of the results. Harris, who became the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden withdrew, closed her bid with appeals to unity and a focus on policies intended to strengthen the economy and the middle class. In the Senate, the Republicans need to pick up two seats in order to take control; in the House, Democrats will seek to regain the majority they narrowly lost in the 2022 midterms. Throughout Election Day, and in the pivotal days ahead, stay with The New Yorker for live updates from reporters across the country, and follow our live results map once the polls close. To make sure you never miss an important story, sign up for our daily newsletter. WorkClimate Is on State Ballots This Election - Scientific American In Washington state, voters will render an up-or-down verdict on one of the countrys most aggressive systems for cutting emissions. In North Carolina, the next governor could gain some legislative support to boost electric vehicles or the governor's office could flip and go to a Republican who denies the reality of climate change. And in Minnesota, where Gov. Tim Walz enacted major climate laws before becoming the vice presidential nominee, Democrats are looking to defend their narrow control over the Legislature. WorkUkraine gets major NASAMS air defense boost from NATO allyNASAMS, which have also been sent to Ukraine by the United States, are medium-range air defense systems designed to identify and destroy aircraft, cruise missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), typically used to protect civilians or assets. WorkMore Than 80 Million Americans Cast Early BallotsStill, the early voting period indicated that turnout was most likely higher than in 2016. In the early period alone, nearly 40 percent of all eligible voters cast a ballot. In 11 states, turnout is already past 50 percent of eligible voters. WorkElon Musk Pushes 'Ballot Curing' in Pennsylvania, Eyeing Tight MarginAll of these small tactical moves by America PAC are under the microscope given just how essential the super PAC is to Mr. Trump’s turnout operations. The Trump campaign is counting on Mr. Musk’s group to largely lead its get-out-the-vote operations and has been planning for a surge of people to knock on doors over the final 24 hours. WorkWorkNHS doctors say lengthy disciplinary processes have left them feeling suicidalIn the UK, Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123 and the domestic abuse helpline is 0808 2000 247. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is on 13 11 14 and the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732. In the US, the suicide prevention lifeline is at 988 and the domestic violence hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Other international helplines can be found via www.befrienders.org WorkWorkHow FTC Chair Lina Khan Became an Election Hot TopicScrutiny from the F.T.C. and the Justice Department has led to the collapse of billions of dollars in recent corporate deals. Lawsuits filed by the agencies could break up big American brands like Google, Amazon and the parent company of Ticketmaster. Ms. Khan has argued to regulate artificial intelligence, ordered companies to make it easier to cancel online subscriptions and banned noncompete agreements, which stop workers from taking a job with a rival employer. WorkTrump Is Betting Big on Musk's Swing-State MoonshotSince then, the men have forged a tight alliance. Mr. Musk, the richest man in the world, has turned his account on X, his social media platform, into a pro-Trump megaphone and joined the former president for raucous rallies. Perhaps most important, though, is the $130-million-and-counting effort led by his super PAC, America PAC, to deliver early voters in battleground states, an operation that rejects much of the conventional wisdom about how to win the White House. WorkLightning Strikes Soccer Team in Peru, Killing PlayerOne of the injured players, Juan Chocca, the brother-in-law of Mr. De la Cruz Meza, told La República: “I was just walking out with Hugo hugging each other. I took three steps after letting go of him, and the lightning struck us.” WorkPalantir shares close up 23% to record on uplifting guidance"We continue to view the adoption of PLTR's AI-enabled products and reach in its early days, as more companies realize the time, resource, and cost savings possible," Bank of America analysts wrote in a note to investors. "In our view, Palantir's moat as the differentiated agnostic AI-enabler is only growing with each new use-case carrying compounding unit economics." WorkWorkWorkWorkWorkWorkWorkWork TradeBriefs Publications are read by over 100,000 Industry Executives About Us | Advertise | Privacy PolicyUnsubscribe (one-click) You are receiving this mail because of your subscription with TradeBriefs.
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