Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used for personal finance advice, but its effectiveness can vary. While asking an AI chatbot for minor advice like reviving a tomato plant or choosing a movie holds little consequence, financial advice is a different matter. Despite this, some Americans are using AI to manage their finances. AI in […]
The U.S. Army’s decision to hire General Dynamics (GD) for artillery shell production led to significant challenges, as a rushed process, lacking standard protocols, resulted in numerous issues at their Dallas factory. Exempted from normal rules, GD hired a Turkish subcontractor with limited vetting, attempting to produce artillery shells using innovative technology. Initial Challenges and […]
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is expanding the use of computed tomography (CT) scanners at airport checkpoints. These advanced devices offer a 3D image of items inside carry-on bags. In contrast, older X-ray machines only produced 2D images. With CT technology, travelers may not need to remove items from their bags for scanning. A traveler […]
In the United States, disagreements are common, yet a new shared concern over data centers has emerged. Kentucky, a state often eager to welcome external investments, is now witnessing unexpected resistance. Typically, Kentucky officials extend warm receptions to outsiders bringing large-scale investments, aiming to boost the region’s job market. Big Tech companies, attracted by the […]
The U.S. Secret Service reports a surge in skimming devices that steal account details and PINs from bank and government benefits cards. These devices are installed swiftly on card readers at ATMs and retail checkouts. CBS News joined Secret Service agents in Los Angeles to uncover these devices. A skimmer attached to a terminal collects […]
In Independence, Missouri, a worker is preparing a plot of land for an AI data center. Nearby, a retired power plant is being refurbished to provide electricity to the facility. This moment signifies the ongoing effort to build the infrastructure that fuels America’s economic growth. The United States has a history of constructing significant infrastructural […]
A Surprising Discovery A pop culture store owner in Wisconsin, Kevin Braun, uncovered a rare find and shared the news with Jason Ganos, a known Nintendo game collector. Braun had a box of Super Mario cartridges sitting in storage for years. Upon inspection, Ganos discovered it contained 97 pristine copies of Super Mario Brothers Duck […]
Recent cyberattacks on water systems across several states illustrate the risks to cyber physical systems supporting vital infrastructure. Cyberattacks have become frequent, often going unnoticed unless they have direct implications. In 2024 alone, there were over 859,000 cyberattacks, averaging almost 100 every hour. Financial losses reached nearly $17 billion, a significant rise from $2.7 billion […]
The potential of CT scanners to detect threat items that older X-ray machines might miss is gaining attention. However, using this technology for all carry-on bags could be misguided. A traveler progresses through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) line at Washington Dulles International Airport, as seen in an image by Kylie Cooper (Reuters). Written by […]
Harvard University allegedly failed to sufficiently protect its research collaborations with Chinese institutions, including universities linked to China’s military and defense sectors. This claim comes from a report by the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. The report, reviewed by Fox News Digital, details that Harvard researchers co-authored over 140 publications with researchers […]