Education Department ordered to restore laid-off OCR staff after layoffs halt civil rights investigations. Discrimination complaints backlog grows, sparking legal action and concern for students.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is selling up to $865M in Nvidia stock amidst the AI boom. Analysts see it as financial planning, not a lack of confidence, as Nvidia's prospects remain strong. Huang still holds a significant stake.
Pavel Durov, Telegram's founder, worth $13.9B, plans a non-profit future for the platform prioritizing privacy and free speech. He also intends to open-source his DNA and has a unique will.
AI data centers face heat & power challenges. Innovations in cooling (liquid, immersion), power distribution (high-voltage), & chip design boost efficiency, but sustainability remains a key concern. Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) becomes crucial.
Senate GOP's tax bill includes tax breaks on tips & overtime, extends business breaks, and adjusts SALT deduction. Aims for economic growth via incentives and domestic investment. Trump accounts for children included.
Senate rules block Republicans from defunding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in Trump's megabill. Democrats vow to scrutinize the bill and fight funding cuts to protect consumers.
OpenAI is strengthening its government connections, securing a $200M Defense Department deal. This formalizes existing collaborations with agencies like NASA, focusing on AI applications in national security and healthcare.
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Credit card rewards programs face rising fees amid student loan repayment restarts and tighter job market for young graduates, creating new financial pressures. AMEX & Chase adjust card benefits.
The Supreme Court lowered the standard for disability discrimination claims against schools, aligning them with other settings under the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, benefiting students like Ava.
Republicans push a federal school choice tax credit, sparking debate. Critics fear underfunded public schools. Supporters cite competition driving progress. ECCA aims to empower parents with choice.
Gen Z favors four-year degrees, while older generations support vocational schools. Workforce preparation and relevant skills are key concerns. Training access is a challenge.
Google faces antitrust scrutiny and AI competition. Its search dominance, fueled by default deals and ad revenue, is threatened by AI tools like ChatGPT. The future of search is at a crossroads.
The World Bank forecasts a global growth slowdown to 2.3% in 2025 due to trade tensions and policy uncertainty, particularly impacting emerging markets. Investment is down.
Florida's Home Bill 447 mandates disability history curriculum in K-12 schools, covering bullying, autism, hearing & intellectual impairments, promoting understanding and inclusion. Similar laws exist in other states.
Temporary J-1 visa pause stresses US school districts relying on international teachers. Mineral Area faces staffing issues. State Dept. anticipates a quick resolution to the visa delay.
AI-driven marketing by Meta, iPhone evolution, US tax code change, Brain-Computer Interface developments, Trump crypto wallet launch, Microsoft's AI surge, and Meta's nuclear power deal highlight tech advancements.
Lululemon reports sales growth but anticipates tariff impact, revising revenue expectations. China growth is strong. Margins improved. Stock price affected by tariff concerns.
Despite market volatility, retirement savings persist. Fidelity reports a 3% dip in 401(k) balances, but Gen Z shows the greatest savings boost, with a record 14.3% average savings rate across all generations.
Wells Fargo sees asset cap lifted after reforms, signaling a turning point. CEO Scharf hails it as a 'crucial landmark' for growth. Regulatory hurdles remain despite progress.
Afterschool drone program empowers middle schoolers with STEM skills like coding & problem-solving. Students gain confidence & see real-world applications, inspiring future careers. 100% had fun!
