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Breaking down Grok 3: The AI model that could redefine the industry

Grok-3 still hasn't fully shipped yet. But it will surely set the tone for how other AI labs release future models.
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The backlash over Grok 3 raises questions about whether xAI has sacrificed public safety and transparency for personal image control.
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An unspecified "security incident" at U.S. Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy prompted a shelter-in-place order for several hours.
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How to watch the 2025 SAG Awards and everything else you need to know

The 2025 SAG Awards are almost here. From how to watch the ceremony to who's nominated, here's everything you need to know about the show.
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How to watch the 2025 Oscars and everything else you need to know

The 2025 Oscars will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu. Here is everything you need to know about the host, presenters, nominees and more.
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Axon Enterprise CEO describes how the company aims 'to make the bullet obsolete'

Axon Enterprise CEO Rick Smith told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Wednesday how the company is trying to help police reduce gun use.
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Instacart CEO Fidji Simo: 3 lessons on reaching the top of U.S. tech from a French fishing port childhood

Fidji Simo rose from a village childhood to Meta executive, taking Instacart public as CEO, and OpenAI board post. She shares some key lessons for success.
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Fiverr CEO: I always look for these 3 traits in job candidates—people who have them 'don't fail'

Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman outlined the three traits he looks for in workers: a killer instinct, agility and curiosity.
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‘The bot asked me four times a day how I was feeling’: is tracking everything actually good for us?

Gathering data used to be a fringe pursuit of Silicon Valley nerds. Now we’re all at it, recording everything from menstrual cycles and mobility to toothbrushing and time spent in daylight. Is this ...
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'He thought of everything': How Mookie Betts' offseason could cement him at shortstop

After an interrupted attempt last year, Betts is again the Dodgers' starting shortstop -- and this time he has a plan.
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German elections: When are they, what’s being decided and how that will impact markets

The election for the 630-seat Bundestag is taking place on Sunday, Feb. 23. It’s happening seven months early after a snap election was agreed.
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‘No longer on the margins’: how women are outperfoming men in Africa’s art market

In 2024, the top five highest-priced sales of African art were all by women, according to research, reflecting increased recognition and demand for their work. When female African artists ...
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How U.S. ‘mini-stagflation’ and the yen could shock financial markets

A financial shock is on the cards if the carry trade crumbles, says strategist.
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How we're navigating this uncertain market ahead of a busy week of earnings

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
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3 highly successful CEOs share their best tips for responding to a setback: 'Somewhere in my mind, I think that I can do anything'

Highly successful CEOs share how they recover from setbacks, from always trusting their guts to leaning on the people around them to help.
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San Francisco’s office market hit rock bottom. Here’s how Wall Street is helping revive it.

The San Francisco office market was left for dead. But Wall Street may be bringing it back to life.
MarketWatch - 1d
Momentum investors have amplified the bond-market rally, says JPMorgan. Here’s how far they can take things.

One of the reasons that government bonds have surged in value lately is that momentum investors have amplified the move.
MarketWatch - 1d
SEC ends investigation into Robinhood's crypto arm

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has closed its investigation into the cryptocurrency arm of Robinhood without taking action against the online brokerage, the company announced Monday. ...
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How a church administrator tracked down the woman now accused of killing her father and 3 others

On a May afternoon two years ago, Christyn Akin-Crockett found herself in an unusual situation.
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How to watch No. 3 UCLA vs. Iowa: Live stream info for Big Ten women’s college basketball game

No. 3 UCLA hits the road to play Iowa today at 2pm ET for the first time ever in a Big Ten matchup.
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A.I. and Vibecoding Helped Me to Create My Own Software

I’m not a programmer. But I’ve been creating my own software tools with help from artificial intelligence.
The New York Times - 21h
Golden State Was a Mess. Jimmy Butler Changed Everything.

It’s clear that Butler’s presence has helped Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. But his impact goes far beyond aiding the Warriors’ superstars.
The New York Times - 3d
Bucks overcome Antetokounmpo's foul trouble and hold on for a 104-101 victory over Wizards

Kyle Kuzma scored 19 points in his return to Washington, and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame Giannis Antetokounmpo’s foul trouble to beat the Wizards 104-101
ABC News - 6d
No extension for Vlad Jr., Devers vs. Bregman drama in Boston & can Ohtani parallel park? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman react to Vladdy not signing an extension in Toronto, 3B drama in Boston, Manfred's latest appearance before the press and play a game of The Good, The Bad, The Uggla.
Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20
Ohtani's free agency 2.0? Why Vlad Jr.'s free agency is a potentially disastrous situation for the Jays

The Blue Jays know what it will take to keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr. -- and they must pay it.
ESPN - 2d
Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants

Also, archaeologists found a pharaoh’s tomb. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
The New York Times - 6d
US naval base in Italy placed on lockdown

A U.S. naval base in Italy was placed on lockdown on Wednesday due to an "ongoing situation" at an entry control point, officials said.
ABC News - 2d
Robinhood app says SEC dismissed crypto investigation in sign of easier industry regulation

The Securities and Exchange Commission is dropping its investigation into Robinhood’s crypto arm, the company revealed Monday.
NBC News - 4d
Robinhood says SEC dismissed crypto unit investigation in latest sign of easier regulation for industry

The Securities and Exchange Commission is dropping its investigation into Robinhood's crypto arm, the company said Monday.
CNBC - 3d
Vibrational movements in the market

Thinking about slowing growth and stubborn inflation
Financial Times - 2d
Fraud conviction upheld for infamous tech CEO

A U.S. appeals court has upheld the conviction of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, who is serving a more than 11 years for defrauding investors.
ABC News - 3d
The Independent Spirit Awards are today. Here’s everything you need to know

Oscar nominees like Mikey Madison, Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan will be making a stop by the beach for the Film Independent Spirit Awards where all are up for acting awards
ABC News - 6d
When we politicise everything we make society stupider

By losing our ability to see things at face value we are losing our grip on reality
Financial Times - 5d
Everything President Donald Trump has said about the film 'The Apprentice'

Here is everything President Donald Trump and his team have said about the "The Apprentice" before its two stars are up for Oscars on March 2.
ABC News - 4d
Domino’s earnings missed on everything. Here’s why the quarter was still a win.

Domino’s saw carryout pizza sales increase but delivery sales fall, a sign its low-income customers are still hurting the most.
MarketWatch - 3d
Pokemon Champions: Everything We Know About The Battle-Focused Game

As part of a big Pokemon Presents showcase event, The Pokemon Company made a series of announcements , including a brand-new game: Pokemon Champions.. It's a new Pokemon game focused exclusively ...
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Political scientist Bjorn Lomborg: ‘You can’t spend on everything’

The ‘sceptical environmentalist’ used cost-benefit analysis to argue against emissions cuts. Now he has turned his attention to overseas aid
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