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AI-Powered Tech Supercharges Ocean Cleanup, Boosting Plastic Collection by 60%
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BALTIMORE, MD, April 23, 2025 – As plastic pollution in the world’s oceans reaches critical levels, groundbreaking new research reveals how artificial intelligence-driven algorithms can dramatically accelerate plastic waste removal – boosting efficiency by more than 60%.

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China’s rare earth minerals power the modern world. Banning their export could destroy it
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Beijing has a virtual monopoly on rare earth minerals—the materials that power everything from military planes to your electric toothbrush.

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Trump’s tech tariff confusion
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The Trump administration’s back-and-forth moves on tariffs for technology products are stirring confusion in a sector heavily reliant on global supply chains.  
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Will Generative AI Transform Political Campaigns?

Will Generative AI Transform Political Campaigns?

The Messenger, June 27, 2023

Several Republicans have already thrown their hat into the ring to garner the GOP nomination for the presidency. The tumultuous Republican primaries during the 2016 campaign were fueled by the large number of candidates and the “styles” that they employed, such as the inordinate use of social media, like Twitter, to promulgate their messages. The 2024 campaign leading up to Election Day could be even more chaotic, given the growth of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and how it may impact campaign information. 

GM’s EV development strategy is losing consumer confidence

GM’s EV development strategy is losing consumer confidence

Business Leader, June 29, 2023

As one of the world’s leading automakers, General Motors (GM) has a history of developing innovative cars, including electric vehicles (EVs) since its founding in 1908. However, the company’s approach to EVs has been inconsistent. The company has repeatedly developed and abandoned EVs, switched to electric trucks, and invested in lithium mines. These actions suggest a lack of clear and consistent commitment to EV development. GM’s approach to EVs has continued to be characterized by short-term tactics rather than a clear long-term strategy.

CMU dean says AI needs 'guardrails'

CMU dean says AI needs 'guardrails'

CBS News, June 26, 2023

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Should we put the brakes on artificial intelligence? Some computer scientists think so. Carnegie Mellon University is one of the world's leading incubators. CMU doesn't think research should stop but guardrails are needed.

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