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Powerful tech leaders and other public figures have been sounding the alarm on the potential dangers of AI technology for years, including Elon Musk, who has never been silent about the issue. Now, the multi-CEO is alleging that the technology will soon be able to outsmart even the most intelligent of humans. In a livestream interview on Monday on X, which he owns, the billionaire spoke with Nicolai Tangen, the CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, about the potential advancement of AI technology. Related: Elon Musk Releases the AI Model Behind Grok, a Competitor to OpenAI’s ChatGPT “AI is the…

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April 9, 2024 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Gold prices are rising to unprecedented levels, supported by central bank purchases as well as geopolitical concerns and monetary policy expectations. The upward momentum was sustained by expectations of multiple interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year, although optimism was tempered by recent US nonfarm payroll and inflation data. Looking forward, market participants are anticipating the release of key US inflation figures and the minutes from the FOMC meeting on Wednesday to gauge the likelihood, timing, and amplitude of interest rate reductions by the Fed. The data could introduce volatility to the precious…

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When you think of financial scams, you may think of Bernie Madoff and Nigerian Princes. But if you listen to enough “financial experts” on YouTube and TikTok, you may hear that the humble 401(k) is a scam. A 401(k) is a tax-advantaged retirement investment account offered by many employers. It’s an account so basic that it may be a victim of its own success. Has the 401(k) scammed aspiring retirees out of their hard-earned money? We don’t think so, but we will explain why the account is being so harshly maligned. What is a 401(k)? A 401(k) is a tax-advantaged…

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The Google Android equivalent of Apple’s Find My network has officially arrived. Google published a blog post on Monday revealing the new, crowdsourced Find My Device network that can help Android users find their devices, including phones and tablets, even offline. The network includes over a billion devices, according to Google, and started rolling out to Android users in the U.S. and Canada on Monday on devices running Android 9+. Google plans a global rollout. Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Android phones. Photo by ED JONES/AFP via Getty Images Next month, users will be able to tap into…

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Hygrovest Limited (AU:HGV) has released an update. Hygrovest Limited, an Australian investment firm focusing on capital growth through equities and debt securities, has reported its portfolio performance for March 2024. The company emphasizes its commitment to medium-term shareholder returns, but cautions that their forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Investors are advised to consider these factors and not to rely solely on the company’s expressed future plans and expectations. For further insights into AU:HGV stock, check out TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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It seems the cruise lines are all trying to outdo each other by seeing who can build the biggest ship with the most bells and whistles. However, bigger is not always better. Some ports can’t fit the mega ships or accommodate the large number of passengers they bring with them. Other times, the cruise is all about the itinerary and not the ship.That’s the case with the Celebrity Millennium, the namesake of Celebrity Cruises’ Millennium class of ships which also includes the Infinity, the Constellation, and the Summit. All four ships are on the smaller side when compared to Celebrity’s…

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Verizon Consumer CEO Sowmyanarayan Sampath understands that valuable customer data can come from anywhere—tucked into the findings of broad demographic surveys or from casual conversations at a kid’s birthday party. That’s why he looks for every opportunity to learn more about what’s affecting his company’s network, from unusual spikes in demand to billing frustrations felt by customers. Such efforts helped inform Verizon’s 2023 Consumer Connections report, which analyzes huge volumes of network data to uncover the key trends shaping the direction of our collective digital lives. Here, Sampath discusses what corporate leaders in any industry can learn from paying closer…

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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Have you ever waited longer than you’d hoped for a package? You’ve experienced the proverbial “last mile” problem. A parcel zips all the way across the country, but then somehow, it gets stranded at the post office a few blocks from your home — so close, but still out of reach. To borrow a term from the field of logistics, HR departments have a “last mile” problem, too, and it’s just as frustrating. Companies are generating more people data than ever — insights about everything from how employees work best to ways…

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April 9, 2024 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Cryptocurrencies were able to return to yesterday’s notable gains, with Bitcoin regaining levels above $71,000, in addition to surpassing the $72,000 level for the first time in about twenty days. While it was also noteworthy that Ethereum gained approximately 7% yesterday and enabled it to regain the 3600 level for the first time in about twenty days as well. Yesterday’s gains led to some losses for bearish bettors yesterday, with more than $117 million in short positions in crypto futures liquidated, according to CoinGlass. While this number appears to be relatively small compared to what…

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A business loan origination fee is typically an upfront fee charged by the lender to cover the cost of processing your loan application. It is a key factor in determining your total borrowing cost for a small-business loan. Knowing the business loan origination fee — along with the loan interest rate — is helpful when comparing different types of financing and can help you choose a loan that’s the best fit for your small business. We’ll start with a brief questionnaire to better understand the unique needs of your business. Once we uncover your personalized matches, our team will consult…

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