Apple has quietly reduced trade-in values across its product lineup just ahead of the holiday season. The iPhone 15 Pro Max dropped from $630 to $470, while some older models were removed entirely from eligibility lists. This makes upgrades more expensive for anyone counting on trade-in credit.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp accused short sellers of “market manipulation” in two CNBC interviews this week after Michael Burry revealed bets against the company. The stock just had its worst week since April but remains up 135% this year and trades at 220 times forward earnings. Karp specifically target
An AI system called Kosmos claims to complete six months of scientific research in just hours by analyzing thousands of papers and writing code. While its creators say it’s made novel discoveries, independent experts question whether the findings are truly new or methodologically sound.
Xpeng stunned audiences at its AI Day event by introducing Iron, a humanoid robot so lifelike that the company had to cut it open on stage to prove it wasn’t a human in a suit. The robot’s slow, awkward movements and noticeable female features immediately drew comparisons to sci-fi films. Video foot
Researchers have developed a breakthrough method for studying membrane proteins using surface plasmon resonance. The technique overcomes long-standing stability issues that have hampered drug development. This could significantly accelerate research on proteins that represent nearly 60% of all drug
The traditional service business model of hiring more people to do more work is breaking down. AI is handling repetitive tasks while freeing humans for strategic work. This shift is creating new opportunities for growth beyond headcount.
MIT researchers are targeting the chaos of modern AI-assisted coding with a new “legible software” model. Their approach uses “concepts” and “synchronizations” to create more predictable, reliable systems. This could finally move developers beyond what they call “vibe coding.”
Elon Musk won shareholder approval for a compensation package that could make him the world’s first trillionaire. The vote comes as Tesla faces significant challenges including plunging sales and increased competition.
According to Forbes, the most effective leaders create personal boards of advisors with diverse expertise rather than depending on single mentors. This approach provides broader perspectives and prevents the limitations of isolated thinking. Building these advisory relationships starts with self-awa
After interviewing seven laid-off Microsoft employees, Business Insider uncovered a brutal truth about modern corporate America. Workers with decades of experience are being blindsided, forcing everyone to rethink what job security really means in 2024.
