Hasnae Taleb, "Shewolf of Nasdaq" Launches Her Unbreaking Stories in Unfiltered Talks Series 12-05-2024 11:58 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire Image: https://www.abnewswire.com/uploads/cdc267c085ba0e01d6b8b1ac2b08ecf4.jpg Former Nasdaq trader, investor, and entrepreneur Hasnae Taleb has launched her much-anticipated YouTube series, Unfiltered Talks [ https://www.youtube.com/@hasnaebtaleb ]. Known globally as the "Shewolf of Nasdaq," Hasnae brings her unparalleled expertise in private and public equities, as well as her inspiring personal story, to audiences eager to learn the secrets of her success. Unfiltered Talks offers an authentic and raw glimpse into Hasnae's journey from humble beginnings in Khenifra, Morocco, to becoming a multi-award-winning trader and one of the youngest asset managers in the world. With her extensive experience in both private and public equity markets, the series promises insights into wealth-building strategies, market dynamics, and entrepreneurial resilience. "This series is my way of giving back," says Hasnae Taleb. "I want to inspire and empower aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals by sharing my journey, the lessons I've learned, and the tools I've used to navigate both personal and professional challenges." Each episode of Unfiltered Talks is designed to educate, inspire, and motivate. The series kicked off with the following episodes: Episode 1: From a Small Village in Morocco to Wall Street, Hasnae shares her extraordinary journey from a small Moroccan village to becoming a top-performing trader on Wall Street. Viewers gain insight into her early struggles, the importance of mindset, and the key decisions that shaped her success. Episode 2: Lessons from the Trading Floor, drawing on her extensive experience in private and public equities, Hasnae delves into the lessons she learned while navigating the competitive world of trading. From managing risk to spotting opportunities, this episode equips viewers with practical strategies. While future episodes will cover topics like mastering negotiation skills, decoding game theory, and being a business woman in a world full of sharks-all told through Hasnae's distinctive perspective. The series will provide actionable advice for aspiring traders and entrepreneurs. It also delves into Hasnae's personal experiences. From managing relationships and friendships to overcoming societal barriers as a woman in finance, Unfiltered Talks paints a holistic picture of success that goes beyond numbers and deals. Now Available on YouTube and Spotify New episodes of Unfiltered Talks premiere every Sunday on YouTube and Spotify [ https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hasnaebtaleb ], offering fresh perspectives and practical tools for anyone striving to achieve their dreams. Hasnae invites viewers to join the conversation, engage with her stories, and apply these lessons to their own lives. About Hasnae Taleb Hasnae Taleb is a multi-award-winning trader, entrepreneur, and managing partner specializing in private and public equities. She was the first Arab and African woman to be nominated as the "Shewolf of Nasdaq" for outperforming quantum algorithms. With a team track record of managing over $3.8 billion in assets, Hasnae has founded and sold multiple startups with combined valuations exceeding $88 million. Through her ventures, she continues to empower businesses and individuals to scale new heights. Stay connected with Hasnae Taleb on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hasnaebtaleb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hasnaebtaleb Twitter: https://x.com/hasnaebtaleb For media inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact media@hasnaebtaleb.com. Video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/qKU-S_NI8gs Media Contact Company Name: Unfiltered Media Production Contact Person: Media Team Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=hasnae-taleb-shewolf-of-nasdaq-launches-her-unbreaking-stories-in-unfiltered-talks-series ] City: Dubai Country: United Arab Emirates Website: http://hasnaebtaleb.com This release was published on openPR.Washington, D.C., Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RAINN , the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, today announced it has been selected as a winner of the 2024 Amazon Web Services (AWS) IMAGINE Grant , a public grant opportunity open to registered charities in the United Kingdom and Ireland and registered 501(c) nonprofit organizations in the United States who are using technology to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. The grant will support RAINN’s efforts to expedite access to trauma-informed support for sexual violence survivors of all ages, delivering critical interventions where people already communicate. Now in its seventh year, the AWS IMAGINE Grant provides vital resources to nonprofit organizations looking to deploy cloud technology as a central tool to achieve mission goals. As part of the program, AWS seeks proposals for big ideas on how to leverage cloud technology in new and innovative ways to accelerate impact in local and global communities. RAINN was named a winner in the Pathfinder – Generative AI category, which recognizes highly innovative, mission-critical projects that leverage generative AI. RAINN will receive up to $200,000 in unrestricted funding, up to $100,000 in AWS Promotional Credits, and implementation support from the AWS Generative AI Innovation Center . Proposals were judged on several factors including the innovative and unique nature of the project, impact on mission-critical goals, and clearly defined outcomes and milestones. RAINN will use AWS generative AI services to integrate RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline and additional support mediums for survivors directly into social media, gaming, and social networking sites. Through this integration, RAINN aims to expedite access to trauma-informed support for sexual violence survivors of all ages, delivering critical interventions where people already communicate. “RAINN is honored to be a 2024-2025 Amazon Web Services IMAGINE Pathfinder recipient,” said Bill Bondurant , Chief Technology Officer for RAINN. “AWS enables RAINN support specialists to connect with survivors, especially those from vulnerable populations, where they are already communicating and may be most comfortable accessing support. Reaching out for help is already difficult, and removing barriers to accessing crisis support for survivors is a critical component of RAINN’s mission. Together, utilizing AWS services, we will help more survivors and work towards creating a world free from sexual violence.” "At AWS, we're inspired by the nonprofit sector's unwavering commitment to preserving the dignity and health of people and our planet," said Allyson Fryhoff, managing director of nonprofit and nonprofit health at AWS. "Our Imagine Grant winners are pioneering groundbreaking, technology-driven approaches that will amplify their mission impact and build a more equitable and compassionate world. We are thrilled to work alongside these organizations, helping them leverage the transformative capabilities of the AWS Cloud to bring these projects to life.” Since the launch of the IMAGINE Grant program in 2018, AWS has awarded over $14M in unrestricted funds, AWS Promotional Credits, and expert technical guidance to over 130 nonprofit organizations in support of their technology-driven goals. Previous winners are currently using AWS services to tackle critical challenges such as eliminating barriers to food security , improving maternal health outcomes , helping millions access clean and safe drinking water globally, tackling rare disease research, and more. Over 85,000 nonprofit organizations worldwide use AWS to increase their impact and advance mission goals. Through multiple programs tailored specifically to the nonprofit community, AWS enables nonprofits of all sizes to overcome barriers to technology adoption, while enhancing the scale, performance, and capabilities of mission operations. For more information on the AWS IMAGINE Grant, visit https://aws.amazon.com/government-education/nonprofits/aws-imagine-grant-program/ ### About RAINN RAINN , the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization, created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, help organizations improve their sexual assault prevention and response programs, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, free, confidential help is available 24/7 by calling 800.656.HOPE (4673) or visiting hotline.RAINN.org . Contact: Erinn Robinson Director of Media Relations media@rainn.org Erinn Robinon Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) 8133351418 ErinnR@rainn.org

Dec 2 (Reuters) - Zscaler (ZS.O) , opens new tab on Monday raised its annual revenue forecast after beating estimates for quarterly revenue on strong demand for its cybersecurity services, but its shares fell more than 6% in extended trading as its report failed to impress investors. The company also announced the retirement of its chief financial officer, Remo Canessa. Enterprises around the world are boosting their spending on cybersecurity solutions in the wake of a rise in digital threats and high-profile hacks, which in turn is benefiting cybersecurity firms such as Zscaler. The second quarter of 2024 recorded the highest increase in global cyber attacks in the last two years, according to Check Point data. However, Zscaler's forecast for second-quarter revenue, which was largely in line with Wall Street estimates, failed to keep up with investor expectations, said Michael Ashley Schulman, chief investment officer at Running Point Capital. Zscaler raised its forecast for fiscal 2025 revenue to between $2.62 billion and $2.64 billion from its prior view of $2.60 billion to $2.62 billion. It raised its forecast for annual adjusted earnings per share to a range of $2.94 to $2.99, compared with $2.81 to $2.87 expected previously. The company expects second-quarter revenue between $633 million and $635 million, compared with estimates of $633.8 million, according to data compiled by LSEG. Revenue for the quarter ended Oct. 31 came in at $627.96 million, beating estimates of $606.2 million. The company's net loss per share was 8 cents for the first quarter, compared with a loss of 23 cents a year ago. Zscaler faces stiff competition in the cybersecurity industry from larger rivals such as Palo Alto Networks (PANW.O) , opens new tab , which reported strong quarterly results last month. Sign up here. Reporting by Zaheer Kachwala in Bengaluru; Editing by Shreya Biswas Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab

The assassination of General Igor Kirillov, the commander of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defense Forces, along with his aide in Moscow, has sparked intense speculation and discussions regarding the forces behind this bold operation. Kirillov was killed by an explosive device hidden in a motorcycle outside a residential building. The device was remotely detonated as he exited the building. While the Russian Investigative Committee has accused Akhmad Kurbanov, an Uzbek citizen, of terrorism under multiple articles of the Russian Criminal Code, the implications of this event extend far beyond an isolated act of violence. A deeper analysis reveals a complex network of geopolitical maneuvers and covert operations, potentially involving multiple actors, with the assassination unit of the Israeli Mossad emerging as the primary suspect. The rapid attribution of responsibility by Ukrainian sources to the BBC raises further questions about the true nature of the incident, suggesting a multi-layered narrative designed to obscure the real organizers behind it. The operational precision and method of execution bear striking similarities to patterns observed in assassinations attributed to Mossad. Historically, the intelligence agency of the Israeli entity has employed such precise tactics in high-risk operations targeting figures in Lebanon and Syria. These incidents often involve advanced technology, sophisticated planning, and a network of collaborators to carry out missions with minimal risk to the agents involved. The selection of General Kirillov as a target further underscores the strategic significance of the assassination. As a pivotal figure in Russia's defense apparatus, Kirillov's role extended beyond national security; he was an integral part of Russia's global military influence. His death not only destabilizes a crucial aspect of Russian defense but also sends a broader message to the Kremlin about vulnerabilities within its security apparatus. Ukraine's adoption of responsibility for the assassination, while plausible on the surface, serves as a smokescreen concealing the truth. The Ukrainian government has every reason to portray itself as capable of striking at the heart of Russian power, especially amidst the ongoing conflict. However, the complexity of the operation points to the involvement of a more experienced entity. Ukrainian intelligence, despite its growing capabilities, lacks a proven track record of conducting complex overseas assassinations with the precision demonstrated in Moscow. Here, the shadow of Israeli Mossad looms large. The Zionist entity's interest in undermining Russian influence, particularly in regions like Syria, aligns with its strategic objectives. Over the years, the Israeli regime has sought to curtail Russian support for governments and factions hostile to its security. In Syria, for instance, cooperation between the Zionist entity and Ukraine in intelligence sharing and drone warfare has been evident. This cooperation has significantly disrupted Russian operations, forcing Moscow to reassess its commitments and strategies in the region. The Syrian example is illustrative. Through joint efforts, the Israeli regime and Ukraine have successfully eroded Russian dominance, compelling it to withdraw troops and military assets from strategic locations such as Tartus and Latakia. Therefore, the assassination of a senior Russian official like Kirillov can be seen as an extension of this broader campaign to weaken Russia's global footprint. The assassination reveals a critical vulnerability in Russia's security framework. If external actors can target one of the most protected figures within Russia's military hierarchy, the implications for national security are dire. Even more alarming is the potential for a domino effect, with more military and political leaders becoming targets in a calculated effort to destabilize the Kremlin's authority. Russia's response to this incident will be pivotal in determining its future security posture. Ignoring the broader implications of this assassination would embolden adversaries to carry out similar operations. Conversely, a strong and calculated response, whether diplomatically or operationally, would deter further aggression. Mossad's reputation as one of the world's most effective intelligence agencies is built on its ability to carry out extraterritorial assassinations. It has consistently demonstrated its willingness to act unilaterally in pursuit of the Israeli regime's security interests, which now perceives Russian influence as a challenge. The similarities between Kirillov’s assassination and previous Mossad operations are hard to ignore. The use of remotely detonated explosive devices, combined with the precise selection of a target whose elimination would yield maximum strategic gains, indicates a level of expertise rarely seen outside the intelligence apparatus of the Zionist entity. Furthermore, the timing of the assassination, amidst escalating tensions between Russia and Western-allied forces, adds another layer of complexity, serving multiple geopolitical interests simultaneously. Despite occasional collaboration, particularly in managing the delicate balance of power in Syria, the Israeli regime and Russia remain at odds on several fronts. Moscow’s support for regimes and groups hostile to the Israeli entity has long been a point of contention. Conversely, the Israeli regime’s alliance with Western powers and its covert support for Ukrainian forces have further strained relations. The assassination of Kirillov may signal a shift in this dynamic. It would represent a bold statement from the entity, indicating its willingness to confront Russian interests directly when they conflict with its own. Such a move would not be without risks, as it could provoke a severe response from Moscow. However, the benefits, ranging from eliminating a key Russian figure to psychologically impacting the Kremlin, might outweigh the potential repercussions. Beyond the immediate tactical advantages, the assassination serves as a powerful tool of psychological warfare. By targeting a figure of Kirillov's stature, the perpetrators sent a clear message to Russia: no one, regardless of rank or importance, is beyond the reach of assassination. This has profound implications for morale within Russia's military and political elite, introducing an element of fear and uncertainty. The psychological impact extends to Russia’s adversaries as well. For Ukraine, the operation, whether directly involved or not, acts as a morale booster, showcasing the ability to strike deep within enemy territory. For the Zionist entity, it reinforces its image as an entity capable of decisive and effective action against its adversaries. A Call for Strategic Reassessment For Russia, the assassination of General Kirillov is a wake-up call. The Kremlin must recognize the multifaceted threat posed by actors such as Mossad and its allies. This necessitates a comprehensive reassessment of Russia’s security policies, both domestically and internationally. Domestically, Russia must address the gaps that allowed such an operation to succeed. Strengthening counterintelligence capabilities, enhancing surveillance measures, and investing in preventative technologies are essential steps. Internationally, Russia must recalibrate its diplomatic and military strategies to counter the growing influence of its adversaries, particularly the Zionist entity. In the short term, Moscow may seek retaliation, either through its own covert operations or by exerting pressure on entities it holds responsible. However, this approach will only succeed if accompanied by more assertive policies toward the Israeli regime.Quebec bill would fine new doctors up to $200K per day for leaving public systemSuchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT and later said he believed those practices violated copyright law, has died, according to his parents and San Francisco officials. He was 26. Balaji worked at OpenAI for nearly four years before quitting in August. He was well-regarded by colleagues at the San Francisco company, where a co-founder this week called him one of OpenAI's strongest contributors who was essential to developing some of its products. “We are devastated to learn of this incredibly sad news and our hearts go out to Suchir’s loved ones during this difficult time,” said a statement from OpenAI. Balaji was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on Nov. 26 in what police said “appeared to be a suicide. No evidence of foul play was found during the initial investigation.” The city's chief medical examiner's office confirmed the manner of death to be suicide. His parents Poornima Ramarao and Balaji Ramamurthy said they are still seeking answers, describing their son as a “happy, smart and brave young man” who loved to hike and recently returned from a trip with friends. Balaji grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and first arrived at the fledgling AI research lab for a 2018 summer internship while studying computer science at the University of California, Berkeley. He returned a few years later to work at OpenAI, where one of his first projects, called WebGPT, helped pave the way for ChatGPT. “Suchir’s contributions to this project were essential, and it wouldn’t have succeeded without him,” said OpenAI co-founder John Schulman in a social media post memorializing Balaji. Schulman, who recruited Balaji to his team, said what made him such an exceptional engineer and scientist was his attention to detail and ability to notice subtle bugs or logical errors. “He had a knack for finding simple solutions and writing elegant code that worked,” Schulman wrote. “He’d think through the details of things carefully and rigorously.” Balaji later shifted to organizing the huge datasets of online writings and other media used to train GPT-4, the fourth generation of OpenAI's flagship large language model and a basis for the company's famous chatbot. It was that work that eventually caused Balaji to question the technology he helped build, especially after newspapers, novelists and others began suing OpenAI and other AI companies for copyright infringement. He first raised his concerns with The New York Times, which reported them in an October profile of Balaji . He later told The Associated Press he would “try to testify” in the strongest copyright infringement cases and considered a lawsuit brought by The New York Times last year to be the “most serious.” Times lawyers named him in a Nov. 18 court filing as someone who might have “unique and relevant documents” supporting allegations of OpenAI's willful copyright infringement. His records were also sought by lawyers in a separate case brought by book authors including the comedian Sarah Silverman, according to a court filing. “It doesn’t feel right to be training on people’s data and then competing with them in the marketplace,” Balaji told the AP in late October. “I don’t think you should be able to do that. I don’t think you are able to do that legally.” He told the AP that he gradually grew more disillusioned with OpenAI, especially after the internal turmoil that led its board of directors to fire and then rehire CEO Sam Altman last year. Balaji said he was broadly concerned about how its commercial products were rolling out, including their propensity for spouting false information known as hallucinations. But of the “bag of issues” he was concerned about, he said he was focusing on copyright as the one it was “actually possible to do something about.” He acknowledged that it was an unpopular opinion within the AI research community, which is accustomed to pulling data from the internet, but said “they will have to change and it’s a matter of time.” He had not been deposed and it’s unclear to what extent his revelations will be admitted as evidence in any legal cases after his death. He also published a personal blog post with his opinions about the topic. Schulman, who resigned from OpenAI in August, said he and Balaji coincidentally left on the same day and celebrated with fellow colleagues that night with dinner and drinks at a San Francisco bar. Another of Balaji’s mentors, co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, had left OpenAI several months earlier , which Balaji saw as another impetus to leave. Schulman said Balaji had told him earlier this year of his plans to leave OpenAI and that Balaji didn't think that better-than-human AI known as artificial general intelligence “was right around the corner, like the rest of the company seemed to believe.” The younger engineer expressed interest in getting a doctorate and exploring “some more off-the-beaten path ideas about how to build intelligence,” Schulman said. Balaji's family said a memorial is being planned for later this month at the India Community Center in Milpitas, California, not far from his hometown of Cupertino. —————- EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. —————-- The Associated Press and OpenAI have a licensing and technology agreement allowing OpenAI access to part of the AP’s text archives.

Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT and later said he believed those practices violated copyright law, has died, according to his parents and San Francisco officials. He was 26. Balaji worked at OpenAI for nearly four years before quitting in August. He was well-regarded by colleagues at the San Francisco company, where a co-founder this week called him one of OpenAI's strongest contributors who was essential to developing some of its products. “We are devastated to learn of this incredibly sad news and our hearts go out to Suchir’s loved ones during this difficult time,” said a statement from OpenAI. Balaji was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on Nov. 26 in what police said “appeared to be a suicide. No evidence of foul play was found during the initial investigation.” The city's chief medical examiner's office confirmed the manner of death to be suicide. His parents Poornima Ramarao and Balaji Ramamurthy said they are still seeking answers, describing their son as a “happy, smart and brave young man” who loved to hike and recently returned from a trip with friends. Balaji grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and first arrived at the fledgling AI research lab for a 2018 summer internship while studying computer science at the University of California, Berkeley. He returned a few years later to work at OpenAI, where one of his first projects, called WebGPT, helped pave the way for ChatGPT. “Suchir’s contributions to this project were essential, and it wouldn’t have succeeded without him,” said OpenAI co-founder John Schulman in a social media post memorializing Balaji. Schulman, who recruited Balaji to his team, said what made him such an exceptional engineer and scientist was his attention to detail and ability to notice subtle bugs or logical errors. “He had a knack for finding simple solutions and writing elegant code that worked,” Schulman wrote. “He’d think through the details of things carefully and rigorously.” Balaji later shifted to organizing the huge datasets of online writings and other media used to train GPT-4, the fourth generation of OpenAI's flagship large language model and a basis for the company's famous chatbot. It was that work that eventually caused Balaji to question the technology he helped build, especially after newspapers, novelists and others began suing OpenAI and other AI companies for copyright infringement. He first raised his concerns with The New York Times, which reported them in an October profile of Balaji . He later told The Associated Press he would “try to testify” in the strongest copyright infringement cases and considered a lawsuit brought by The New York Times last year to be the “most serious.” Times lawyers named him in a Nov. 18 court filing as someone who might have “unique and relevant documents” supporting allegations of OpenAI's willful copyright infringement. His records were also sought by lawyers in a separate case brought by book authors including the comedian Sarah Silverman, according to a court filing. “It doesn’t feel right to be training on people’s data and then competing with them in the marketplace,” Balaji told the AP in late October. “I don’t think you should be able to do that. I don’t think you are able to do that legally.” He told the AP that he gradually grew more disillusioned with OpenAI, especially after the internal turmoil that led its board of directors to fire and then rehire CEO Sam Altman last year. Balaji said he was broadly concerned about how its commercial products were rolling out, including their propensity for spouting false information known as hallucinations. But of the “bag of issues” he was concerned about, he said he was focusing on copyright as the one it was “actually possible to do something about.” He acknowledged that it was an unpopular opinion within the AI research community, which is accustomed to pulling data from the internet, but said “they will have to change and it’s a matter of time.” He had not been deposed and it’s unclear to what extent his revelations will be admitted as evidence in any legal cases after his death. He also published a personal blog post with his opinions about the topic. Schulman, who resigned from OpenAI in August, said he and Balaji coincidentally left on the same day and celebrated with fellow colleagues that night with dinner and drinks at a San Francisco bar. Another of Balaji’s mentors, co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, had left OpenAI several months earlier , which Balaji saw as another impetus to leave. Schulman said Balaji had told him earlier this year of his plans to leave OpenAI and that Balaji didn't think that better-than-human AI known as artificial general intelligence “was right around the corner, like the rest of the company seemed to believe.” The younger engineer expressed interest in getting a doctorate and exploring “some more off-the-beaten path ideas about how to build intelligence,” Schulman said. Balaji's family said a memorial is being planned for later this month at the India Community Center in Milpitas, California, not far from his hometown of Cupertino. —————- EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. —————-- The Associated Press and OpenAI have a licensing and technology agreement allowing OpenAI access to part of the AP’s text archives.

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Researchers launch “moonshot” to cure blindness through eye transplantsDiary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions This column : “Hunter Biden Isn’t the First Presidential Son Caught Up in Controversy. Anybody Remember Neil Bush?” — Esquire, Wednesday We say: Yikes. Esquire published a piece based on the premise that President George H.W. Bush pardoned his son, Neil. One problem: He didn’t. But Esquire was so eager to whitewash Joe Biden’s corrupt pardon for his son, it went on in the subhead: “Shut the f-ck up about Hunter Biden, please.” After blowback, the mag first corrected and then totally yanked the piece . Moral: Don’t let ChatGPT write your columns. This claim : “Joe Biden has played by all the rules that people told him you need to play by.” — MSBNC’s Symone Sanders-Townsend, Tuesday We say: What? Biden lied repeatedly to Americans, allowed his son and brother to influence-peddle off his name, bragged about getting the Ukrainian prosecutor who was reportedly investigating the firm employing Hunter fired, hid his cognitive decline as he ran for re-election and spent his entire presidency ignoring US immigration laws to disastrous results. That’s what Sanders-Townsend calls “playing by the rules”? This assertion : “I haven’t seen what the proof is that the FBI has been weaponized against a political party or the Department of Justice.” — Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sunday We say: Pure denialism. The raid on Mar-a-Lago , the botched and biased investigation into “collusion” with Russia, the FBI siccing Big Tech on right-wing accounts, the endless lawfare against Donald Trump as he campaigned — how much proof does Raskin need ? This statement : “[Hunter Biden is] one of the finest people I know.” — Sean Penn, Wednesday We say: Who is Penn hanging out with? If a crack-smoking , prostitute-hiring , tax-evading nepo baby who used his father’s position to clinch lucrative business deals and land high-paying jobs is the finest person you know, it doesn’t say much for the rest of your social circle. — Compiled by The Post Editorial Board

The year 2024 has witnessed a quantum leap in the application of artificial intelligence (AI), permeating every facet of life and presenting a blend of promises and challenges. This comprehensive exploration delves into the innovative breakthroughs and ethical dilemmas introduced by AI, revealing its profound impact across various sectors. Transformative Breakthroughs in AI Artificial intelligence has achieved groundbreaking advancements in problem-solving capabilities, outperforming PhD-level scientists in fields such as chemistry, physics, and biology. It has also earned recognition in prestigious platforms like the Nobel Prizes, affirming its influence in both theoretical and practical domains. Moreover, AI has become a staple in everyday technologies, enhancing functionalities in devices from global tech giants like Apple, Samsung, and Google, making sophisticated AI tools accessible to a broader audienc. AI in Daily Life and Work AI’s integration into daily life is more profound than ever. In the retail sector, AI technologies have revolutionized the shopping experience by personalizing product recommendations both online and in-store. In the workplace, AI-driven decision-making tools have redefined business operations and healthcare, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in decision-making processes, particularly in diagnostics and patient care. Environmental and Social Implications AI’s role in environmental sustainability has been significant, aiding in monitoring and managing natural resources and contributing to disaster preparedness. Socially, AI has supported movements for equality and inclusion, though it has also been a tool for exacerbating geopolitical tensions and economic disparities, reflecting the dual-edged nature of technological advancements. Ethical Considerations and Future Prospects The expansion of AI has not been without ethical concerns. Issues surrounding data privacy, transparency, and the potential for bias pose significant challenges that necessitate stringent regulatory frameworks. Looking ahead to 2025, AI is expected to further personalize user experiences across various sectors, including education and healthcare, and play a critical role in combating climate change through innovative solutions . AI in 2024 has proven to be both a remarkable asset and a formidable challenge, highlighting the need for careful consideration of its developmental trajectory. As we harness AI’s capabilities, it is imperative to balance innovation with ethical responsibility to steer future advancements toward the betterment of society at large.Why are some packaged foods under the scanner?Alberta to end use of photo radar on provincial highways, at speed-on-green cameras

When the Nebraska football team gathered for its Thursday practice prior to the Wisconsin game, offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen wanted to see a game-ready unit. Anything other than the best wasn’t good enough, and Holgorsen backed it up. The players who made mistakes, even committing false start penalties during that practice didn’t play on Saturday because of it, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule said. Those who did their job got their chance, though, with Rhule identifying senior wide receiver Isiaha Garcia-Castaneda as one such beneficiary. So while Holgorsen’s playcalling was part of Nebraska’s 44-point outburst against the Badgers, his general approach is what Rhule appreciates most. “You hear Dana on the headset, the whole time he’s just talking about execution,” Rhule said. “... There’s a real focus on execution and when the guys execute the play calls. I think that was the message to the guys — if you execute and practice at a high level, you’re going to have an opportunity to play in the game.” Changes have been limited in Holgorsen’s short time as NU’s offensive coordinator, but he did make sure the Huskers scaled back the number of plays in their playbook. “We’re still doing a lot,” Rhule said, while crediting assistant coaches Glenn Thomas, Garret McGuire and Marcus Satterfield for their work in helping Holgorsen get accustomed to the team’s offensive setup. A “collaborative” gameplanning process that involves those coaches poring over game film and strategy together has led to results, but Rhule again emphasized that improvements from the players, not the coaches, is what has led to better results. When Nebraska was in rhythm on Saturday and stayed ahead of the chains, the Huskers were nearly impossible to slow down. When penalties, turnovers or miscues like snapping on the wrong count happened, though, the offense’s progress was halted. The clear difference? Execution. “It’s kind of a blend of everything we’ve been trying to say to them all year coming to life,” Rhule said of Nebraska’s 44-point performance. “I think the thing Dana’s done a great job is, he’s cut things down to a degree, but he’s demanding that they execute if they want to get on the field.” Nebraska also couldn’t have cut apart the Wisconsin defense without a reinvigorated showing from quarterback Dylan Raiola. Having thrown at least one interception in his previous five starts, Raiola finished the game turnover-free for the first time since September. The freshman also completed 28-of-38 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown, his biggest passing output other than a 297-yard performance against Illinois. Part of the reason for the turnaround was health-related following the back injury Raiola suffered against UCLA. Held out of practice over the bye, Raiola was “ginger” the whole game against USC according to Rhule but was more comfortable with moving around and sliding up in the pocket last Saturday. Getting the ball out quickly and accurately also helped Raiola’s timing within the offense. “He was just taking completions, taking what was there and not trying to do too much,” Rhule said of Raiola. “Playing as a freshman in the Big Ten is really, really hard; it requires tough people and I think Dylan’s been tough in that he’s gotten better every week.” Nebraska’s progress will be tested in a matchup against the nation’s No. 12 scoring defense, an Iowa unit that is allowing just 17.7 points per game. Another week with Holgorsen at the helm will help Nebraska with that challenge as the Huskers look to build on their recent offensive surge. “Just the rhythm of the way he does things means total sense to me,” Rhule said of Holgorsen. “... If I coach with Dana for one more week or if we coach together for the next 10 years, I’ll be a better coach as a result.” Get local news delivered to your inbox!

NoneNoneThe AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . DETROIT (AP) — Legend Geeter’s 22 points helped Detroit Mercy defeat Purdue Fort Wayne 79-78 on Thursday. Geeter also contributed nine rebounds for the Titans (5-5, 1-0 Horizon League). Orlando Lovejoy scored 18 points while finishing 8 of 15 from the floor and added nine assists. Emmanuel Kuac went 4 of 9 from the field (2 for 6 from 3-point range) to finish with 11 points. Jalen Jackson finished with 17 points, four assists and two steals for the Mastodons (5-4, 0-1). Rasheed Bello added 17 points and four assists. Corey Hadnot II had 10 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

Different year, same matchup: Chapel Hill, Kilgore set for another playoff meetingFILE PHOTO: Nov 23, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Oracle Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen (1) during the Las Vegas Grand Prix at Las Vegas Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images/File Photo FILE PHOTO: The new GM logo is seen on the facade of the General Motors headquarters in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., March 16, 2021. REUTERS/Rebecca Cook/File Photo General Motors plans to enter Formula One with its Cadillac brand in 2026 after announcing on Monday an agreement in principle with the Liberty Media-owned sport. Hailing a landmark move to become the 11th team on the starting grid, the carmaker said it had also registered with the governing FIA as a power unit manufacturer to become a full works outfit by the end of the decade. They will be the first new team since U.S.-owned Haas debuted in 2016 and GM the sixth engine maker after Audi, Ferrari, Honda, Mercedes and Red Bull/Ford. GM will partner with TWG Global and Mario Andretti -- the last U.S. world champion in 1978 -- will serve as a director on the team's board. "My first love was Formula One and now, 70 years later, the F1 paddock is still my happy place," said Andretti in a Cadillac statement. "To still be involved at this stage of my life; I have to pinch myself to make sure I’m not dreaming." General Motors bosses were at the Las Vegas Grand Prix last weekend to put the seal on a project that was rejected by Formula One last January despite FIA approval. "With Formula One’s continued growth plans in the U.S., we have always believed that welcoming an impressive U.S. brand like GM/Cadillac to the grid and GM as a future power unit supplier could bring additional value and interest to the sport," said Liberty Media's outgoing CEO Greg Maffei. "We credit the leadership of General Motors and their partners with significant progress in their readiness to enter Formula One. "We are excited to move forward with the application process for the GM/Cadillac team to enter the Championship in 2026." FIA SUPPORT FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who was an early backer of an Andretti bid and has continued to push behind the scenes to get a deal over the line, expressed full support for the latest development. "All parties, including the FIA, will continue to work together to ensure the process progresses smoothly," he said in a statement. An investigation by the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee into possible 'anticompetitive conduct' also concentrated minds and changed the dialogue, sources said. Formula One had said in January it doubted the original Andretti bid would be competitive or add value but kept a door open for 2028 when partner General Motors could provide an engine. That bid was presented as an Andretti Cadillac entry, with Andretti Global led by Mario's son Michael -- a former F1 racer and 1991 CART champion who was seen by some as a more confrontational figure. Michael Andretti has since taken a step back from his day-to-day operational role and handed over to Dan Towriss, the CEO of TWG Global which owns and operates Andretti Global. The BBC separately quoted senior sources as saying GM and TWG will pay an anti-dilution fee, split between the 10 existing teams, of $450m to secure the entry. The current fee is 200 million, but new rules will apply from 2026. GM will also need to buy in an engine for 2026 and 2027, with Ferrari seen as a leading candidate given that they will have a spare supply when Sauber become Audi. "This is a global stage for us to demonstrate GM’s engineering expertise and technology leadership at an entirely new level," said GM president Mark Reuss. Cadillac has already assembled a team to work on aerodynamics, chassis and component development, software, and vehicle dynamics simulation. Andretti also has a base at Silverstone in England with a number of personnel employed, including former F1 chief technical officer Pat Symonds as executive engineering consultant REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. Read 3 articles and stand to win rewards Spin the wheel now

SEC settles with ICBC unit over ransomware attack, imposes no fineStanley Bryant made up his mind about a week after the Grey Cup. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * Stanley Bryant made up his mind about a week after the Grey Cup. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Stanley Bryant made up his mind about a week after the Grey Cup. His retirement was going to be on his own terms if he could help it. That means leaving Winnipeg wasn’t an option. On Monday, the future Hall-of-Fame left tackle inked a one-year extension to remain the anchor of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive line through 2025. His contract was set to expire in February. “Honestly, just the love for the game,” Bryant told media via Zoom from his home in Goldsboro, N.C., on Tuesday. MIKE DEAL / FREE PRESS FILES Stanley Bryant, the man teammates call Uncle Stan, signed a one-year contract extension to anchor the Blue Bombers’ offensive line on Monday. “I haven’t lost that passion, the desire to go out there and play each and every season. It’s just something that’s still instilled in me. I’ve been doing this since I was nine, 10 years old, and to be able to continue to play at the age I’m at now — or just play this long — is something I never knew I could do. But I still love it, it still gives me chills and nerves and all those things, so I can’t see myself walking away just yet.” After decompressing from a third-consecutive loss on championship Sunday, it only took a few conversations with teammates and coaches for Bryant to confirm his intentions to return for a 15th season, and 10th in Winnipeg. He was sold on this team having what it takes to return to the Grey Cup for a sixth year in a row and finally getting over the hump again. “I could say that played a factor,” he said of the 41-24 loss to the Toronto Argonauts on Nov. 17. “I didn’t want to go out that way. Seeing how things looked at the end of the game score-wise, I just felt like it was another blown opportunity and I can’t just see myself leaving football with that ending.” “He’s the best ever.” Bryant turns 39 in May. His age was not a factor in his decision, and his play suggests there’s no reason it should be. Despite playing one of the most physically demanding positions in the game, he continues to be the best blindside protector in the three-down loop. He added to his status as the most decorated offensive lineman in league history after being named to the All-CFL Team for an eighth time last season. It was the latest accomplishment in a career that includes three Grey Cups, nine West Division All-Star nods and four Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Awards. “I’m always going to say 100 per cent,” Bryant said of his level of play after 219 career games. “I’m not going to discredit myself and think that I can’t still play to a high standard. I think I’m still one of the top guys, I think I’m still the best guy in the league, and I think that I’m going to continue to show that. “Age is just a number. I just have to put in the work and the effort to continue to stay at the level that I’m at now.” It doesn’t take much to get his teammates and coaches to gush about the guy who is affectionately known in the locker room as ‘Uncle Stan’ either. MIKE DEAL / FREE PRESS FILES Stanley Bryant was sold on the Bombers having what it takes to return to the Grey Cup for a sixth year in a row and finally getting over the hump again. “I’ve said it all the time, his ability to play at an elite level consistently is all you can ask for in the best offensive lineman to play in this league,” guard Patrick Neufeld, Bryant’s teammate of eight years, said ahead of the Western Finals last month. That was followed by head coach Mike O’Shea, who doesn’t mince words anymore when talking about Bryant’s impact on the game. “He’s the best ever,” O’Shea said. “Technically, obviously, extremely proficient, sound, excellent and he’s got the will. Some guys might not have the will to do it that well that long, and because football is the best team sport, he doesn’t do it by himself. He’s got to have everybody around him playing well, too, for us to get that many (playoff) opportunities.” Though the details of Bryant’s deal have not been disclosed, he revealed that his contract includes a signing bonus — something general manager Kyle Walters said the team would be able to give to one player this off-season — and that the figure was “right around the same as last year.” PAUL CHIASSON / THE CANADIAN PRESS FILES Stanley Bryant has won four Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Awards, including in 2022 during the CFL Awards in Regina. Bryant is the second pending free agent that the Bombers have locked up for next season. Kicker Sergio Castillo signed a few days after the season ended. Winnipeg still has 27 players who are on expiring deals and will hit the open market if they are not signed before Feb. 11. Walters, who must work under the league’s $5.65 million salary cap, shrewdly began with his offensive line, which has four of its five starters on expiring deals. With Bryant officially back in the mix, the Bombers have yet to sign Neufeld, fellow guard Liam Dobson and right tackle Eric Lofton. Bryant said his playing future will continue to be year-to-year, though, he did acknowledge the thought next season could be the Bombers’ ‘last dance’ with its core group of leaders. “Age is just a number. I just have to put in the work and the effort to continue to stay at the level that I’m at now.” With Winnipeg hosting the 112th Grey Cup and the likes of Bryant, Zach Collaros, Brady Oliveira, Nic Demski and Deatrick Nichols — among others who could be brought back on a one-year deal — all without contracts beyond next year, the timing could be perfect for some players to venture to other cities or head into retirement. The timing could be perfect for Bryant to ride off into the sunset. “I’m not going to approach it like that but in the back of my mind, I always felt that this group, me especially as an older guy... I knew it would get to this point,” Bryant said. “It’s been a good transition. I wish we could turn back time and we won those Grey Cups. It would be more special. But I can get the narrative of the last dance.” “It would be beautiful,” he said of playing a Grey Cup in Winnipeg. “I know it’s a long way from now, it’s a year from now. “It would be a match made in heaven. It would be a good way to see us get back to that point against and finally find a way to win.” joshua.frey-sam@freepress.mb.ca X: @jfreysam Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Josh Frey-Sam reports on sports and business at the . Josh got his start at the paper in 2022, just weeks after graduating from the Creative Communications program at Red River College. 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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Connecticut couple has been charged in Minnesota with being part of a shoplifting ring suspected of stealing around $1 million in goods across the country from the upscale athletic wear retailer Lululemon. Jadion Anthony Richards, 44, and Akwele Nickeisha Lawes-Richards, 45, both of Danbury, Connecticut, were charged this month with one felony count of organized retail theft. Both went free last week after posting bail bonds of $100,000 for him and $30,000 for her, court records show. They're due back in Ramsey County District Court in St. Paul on Dec. 16. According to the criminal complaints, a Lululemon investigator had been tracking the pair even before police first confronted them on Nov. 14 at a store in suburban Roseville. The investigator told police the couple were responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses across the country, the complaints said. They would steal items and make fraudulent returns, it said. Police found suitcases containing more than $50,000 worth of Lululemon clothing when they searched the couple's hotel room in Bloomington, the complaint said. According to the investigator, they were also suspected in thefts from Lululemon stores in Colorado, Utah, New York and Connecticut, the complaint said. Within Minnesota, they were also accused of thefts at stores in Minneapolis and the suburbs of Woodbury, Edina and Minnetonka. The investigator said the two were part of a group that would usually travel to a city and hit Lululemon stores there for two days, return to the East Coast to exchange the items without receipts for new items, take back the new items with the return receipts for credit card refunds, then head back out to commit more thefts, the complaint said. In at least some of the thefts, it said, Richards would enter the store first and buy one or two cheap items. He'd then return to the sales floor where, with help from Lawes-Richards, they would remove a security sensor from another item and put it on one of the items he had just purchased. Lawes-Richards and another woman would then conceal leggings under their clothing. They would then leave together. When the security sensors at the door went off, he would offer staff the bag with the items he had bought, while the women would keep walking out, fooling the staff into thinking it was his sensor that had set off the alarm, the complaint said. Richards' attorney declined comment. Lawes-Richards' public defender did not immediately return a call seeking comment Monday. “This outcome continues to underscore our ongoing collaboration with law enforcement and our investments in advanced technology, team training and investigative capabilities to combat retail crime and hold offenders accountable,” Tristen Shields, Lululemon's vice president of asset protection, said in a statement. "We remain dedicated to continuing these efforts to address and prevent this industrywide issue.” The two are being prosecuted under a state law enacted last year that seeks to crack down on organized retail theft. One of its chief authors, Sen. Ron Latz, of St. Louis Park, said 34 states already had organized retail crime laws on their books. “I am glad to see it is working as intended to bring down criminal operations," Latz said in a statement. "This type of theft harms retailers in myriad ways, including lost economic activity, job loss, and threats to worker safety when crime goes unaddressed. It also harms consumers through rising costs and compromised products being resold online.” Two Minnesota women were also charged under the new law in August. They were accused of targeting a Lululemon store in Minneapolis.

Wihdat, Hussein Reach ACL QuartersNFL issues security alert to teams and union following recent burglaries of Mahomes, KelceMissed kicks. Poor tackling. Costly penalties. Week 12 was filled with sloppy play around the NFL, leading to some upsets and surprising outcomes. Jayden Daniels nearly led Washington to an improbable comeback down 10 in the final two minutes against Dallas only to fall short because Austin Seibert's extra point sailed wide left. After a field goal and successful onside kick, Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin on an 86-yard catch-and-run touchdown to bring the Commanders within one point with 21 seconds remaining. But Seibert's point-after attempt failed and the Cowboys returned the ensuing onside kick for a touchdown to seal a 34-26 victory. Special teams were atrocious for both teams. Seibert also missed his first extra point and Washington allowed KaVontae Turpin's 99-yard kickoff return for a score earlier in the fourth quarter. The Cowboys missed a field goal, had another blocked and had a punt blocked. "What a wild special teams moment of blocked punts, kicks, kickoff returns, blocked field goals, just a number of things going to that spot," Commanders coach Dan Quinn said. Washington (7-5) was a 10 1/2-point favorite over the undermanned Cowboys (4-7) but ended up losing a third straight game. The Houston Texans were 8-point favorites against the lowly Tennessee Titans and let the game come down to Ka'imi Fairbairn missing a 28-yard field goal that would have tied it with just under two minutes left. C.J. Stroud threw two interceptions, was sacked four times and the Texans (7-5) committed 11 penalties, including an illegal shift that negated a go-ahead 33-yard TD pass to Nico Collins on the drive that ended with Fairbairn's miss in the 32-27 loss. The Titans (3-8) averaged just 17 points per game before putting 32 on the scoreboard against Houston's defense that entered No. 4 in the league. "We didn't do anything well enough to win this game," Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said. "Out of all the positives that we did have, there were way too many negatives. Too many negative plays. Score, get a penalty, get touchdowns called back. Get penalties on special teams. Just way too many negative plays defensively, like unexplainable explosives for touchdowns. We just didn't play good across the board." The San Francisco 49ers didn't have quarterback Brock Purdy, star edge rusher Nick Bosa and All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams against Green Bay. That was no excuse for their undisciplined performance. The Niners committed nine penalties and their tackling was shoddy in a 38-10 loss to the Packers. The defending NFC champions are 5-6 with a trip to Buffalo (9-2) coming up. They're still only one game behind Seattle and Arizona in the NFC West. "I'm really not concerned right now about how many guys were missing. We didn't play good enough, so that's not a factor. But, when you are missing some guys, you do have to be better. When you have those penalties and we didn't stop the run like we did and we had those three turnovers in the second half, that's how you get embarrassed." Coming off their first loss of the season, the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs needed Patrick Mahomes' heroics on the final drive to beat Carolina 30-27. Mahomes ran 33 yards to set up Spencer Schrader's 31-yard field goal as time expired. Kansas City had 10 penalties, including a pass interference that gave the Panthers (3-8) another chance to make the 2-point conversion that tied the game with 1:46 remaining. On defense, the Chiefs (10-1) suddenly shaky unit gave up 334 total yards against Bryce Young and an offense that entered last in the NFL. "We've got to do better. We're doing good in the red zone but that's only a third of the field," Chiefs safety Bryan Cook said. "We will go back and look at the film to see what we're doing week to week, and see the tendencies that we're giving up, and just move forward from there. At the end of the day, we're all vets in the room for the most part. ... got to go back to the drawing board and see what we're doing and correct it from there." The Vikings allowed the Bears to recover an onside kick with 21 seconds left and Caleb Williams followed with a 27-yard pass to D.J. Moore to set up Cairo Santos' tying 48-yard field goal. But Minnesota won in overtime, 30-27. The Chiefs and Vikings overcame their mistakes in narrow victories. The Commanders, Texans and 49ers couldn't. They have to be better down the stretch to make a playoff run. Get local news delivered to your inbox!