Microsoft is set to announce its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, with analysts predicting earnings per share of $2.93 and revenue of $64.39 billion. This represents a 15% increase in revenue from the previous year, slightly lower than the 17% expansion seen in the prior quarter. Unlike Google’s parent company Alphabet, which experienced a slowdown in growth,
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Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, recently introduced its latest artificial intelligence model called Segment Anything Model 2 (SAM 2). This new model builds upon the success of its predecessor, which was utilized in Instagram’s Backdrop and Cutouts features. SAM 2 boasts advanced capabilities that enable it to perform segment identification and
The Atlanta Braves made a bold move by acquiring outfielder Jorge Soler and right-handed reliever Luke Jackson from the San Francisco Giants. This trade marked a reunion for two key players from the Braves’ World Series-winning team in 2021. In exchange for Soler and Jackson, the Giants received left-handed reliever Tyler Matzek and minor league
Exercise is often touted as a key component of a healthy lifestyle, but can extreme exercise actually be beneficial for longevity? A recent study suggests that professional athletes who engage in brutal routines, such as running 10 hours a week for more than 120 km (75 miles), may be adding years to their lives. Contrary
In a recent announcement, Apple revealed that they have opted to use Google’s Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) for training the artificial intelligence models that power their Apple Intelligence system. This move signifies a shift in the industry away from the dominance of Nvidia’s GPUs for cutting-edge AI training. Apple’s decision to utilize Google’s TPU was
The FDA recently approved the Shield blood test for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening in adults aged 45 and older. This approval makes Shield the first blood test to be approved as a primary screening option for CRC, offering a new solution for early detection. While the Shield blood test has a sensitivity of 83% for
McDonald’s executives recently admitted that consumers perceive the company’s prices as too high, particularly lower-income customers who are now reluctant to spend due to years of high inflation. Despite being seen as a value leader compared to competitors, McDonald’s is facing a shrinking gap in value perception and declining same-store sales across all divisions. During
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently unveiled its latest report outlining the future of the digital finance industry in the country. One of the key highlights of this report was the introduction of the eRupee central bank digital currency (CBDC). Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies, the eRupee is regulated by the RBI, making it a unique
In the recent Olympic-opening game between Team USA and Serbia, coach Steve Kerr made a strategic decision to sit Jayson Tatum, a first-team All-NBA player and champion. Despite the inevitable focus on this move, Kerr addressed the situation head-on by meeting with Tatum before the game and engaging with the media. He clarified that Tatum
The government in England has recently made an offer to junior doctors, proposing a 22.3% pay rise in order to put an end to the ongoing strike actions. The British Medical Association’s junior doctors committee has agreed to present the offer to its members for consideration. This proposal, if accepted, will bring an end to