Economy
“California Drivers No Longer Risk Tickets in Driverless Cars!
Autonomous or driverless cars have been the focus of a great deal of attention in recent years and they’ve been the subject of heated debates in countries around the world. But in California, this technology is exempt from traffic tickets,…
“Why Boomer Wealthmay Not Be as Lucrative as it Seems: Dispelling the Myth of the ‘Wealth Transfer'”.
The transfer of wealth from the Baby Boomer generation to their heirs could be far less than anticipated, according to recent research. This could have significant implications for the US economy in the years to come, as Baby Boomers are…
“Appeals Court Upholds Lifeline for Apple Watch!
A Field of Dreams for Apple Watch In a legal battle that has recently been waged in the US Court of Appeals, Apple entrenched itself in a battle to overturn a ban that had been placed on their Apple Watch.…
“Ad-Free Amazon Prime Video? It’ll Cost You – Pay an Extra $2.99 Starting January
As of January 2021, Amazon Prime Video viewers have been informed that they will be required to pay an additional $2.99 each month on top of their current subscription in order to avoid advertisements and commercials. Prime Membership already includes…
Ban Alert: U.S. Blocks Apple Watches with Patented Pulse Readers
The United States has recently placed a ban on importing certain versions of the Apple Watch, after finding that the devices could infringe on patents related to the device’s built-in pulse-reading technology. The ban, which was announced by the U.S.…
Can Workers Change the AI Game? Making Their Mark in 2020 – But Will it be Enough?
In 2020, workers and labor unions leveraged both techniques and public opinion to gain a voice in the AI policy conversation. From landmark labor legislation to a simmering social media campaign, this year’s concerted effort to ensure that workers have…
“Happy Holidays! Americans Spend Big Despite Financial Fears and Soaring Costs
As the holiday season drew to a close, it appeared Americans had put aside some of their financial anxiety and higher costs to ramp up spending. According to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights &…
“Risky Business Ahead: Unpacking the 2024 Economy
The global economy is ever-changing, and with that comes uncertainty around what to expect from the 2024 economy. Will there be rising housing prices, surging inflation, or higher interest rates? To gain insight, economists, investors, and policy makers are examining…
“Tesla: 120,000 Vehicles Recalled—Risk of Doors Crashing Open in a Collision!
Tesla, Inc. recently announced the recall of thousands of vehicles due to faulty doors that could potentially open during an accident. The recall affects as many as 120000 Model S and Model X vehicles produced between 2012 and 2018. According…
“U.S. Engine Maker Set to Be Penalized: Biggest Clean Air Act Fine Ever for Emissions Test Cheating.
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the largest ever Clean Air Act penalty against a major engine maker, Cummins Inc., over accusations of emissions test cheating. The settlement with a total of nearly $1 billion in penalties is…