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ThursdayJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) Caps 2024 with Transformative Investments, Exploration Wins

McEwen Copper secured a $35 million investment from Nuton, a Rio Tinto venture, to advance the Los Azules project in Argentina. Operational efficiencies resulted in a 12% reduction in production costs, showcasing the company’s resilience and focus on value creation. Promising exploration results at the Grey Fox project opened new opportunities for growth. McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) concluded 2024 with several pivotal developments that reinforced its position in the mining industry. From securing significant investments to achieving regulatory milestones, the final quarter marked a period of transformative progress for the company. One of the most notable highlights was…

ThursdayJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

UNESCO Dedicates 2025 Education Day to Artificial Intelligence

UNESCO’s Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced that International Education Day 2025, set for Jan. 24, will focus on the potential and challenges of AI in education. She is urging member states to prioritize training educators and learners in the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies in educational settings. “AI can bring tremendous benefits to education, but its implementation adheres to strong ethical guidelines,” Azoulay noted. “To truly make an impact, AI should complement the social and human aspects of learning, not replace them. The primary goal must be to empower students and teachers, fostering their well-being and independence.” UNESCO…

FridayJan 17, 2025 10:00 am

Biden’s New Executive Order Allows AI Data Center Construction on Federal Land

President Joe Biden has signed an executive order to establish artificial intelligence (AI) data centers on six federal property sites. The centers are expected to prioritize clean energy and adhere to strict labor laws. Biden stressed in a statement that although the US is currently at the forefront of AI technology, it will take constant work to stay at the top. The order directs the Departments of Defense and Energy to each identify three locations where private firms can lease. The companies will be responsible for funding, constructing, and operating the centers while ensuring they are fully powered by renewable…

FridayJan 17, 2025 8:45 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) CEO Dr. Alan Baratz Details Quantum Computing Approach and Real-World Value in Response to NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s Comments

At CES 2025, NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang said practical quantum computing may still be 15 to 30 years away D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz rejected the claim, highlighting that his company’s annealing quantum computing solutions are already available and are solving useful problems The company is working with more than 100 organizations across multiple industries to address complex optimization issues, such as production and workforce scheduling, resource optimization, logistics routing and more D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the first commercial provider of quantum computers, announced that CEO Dr. Alan Baratz responded…

FridayJan 17, 2025 8:00 am

Adageis, Focused on Empowering Healthcare Providers in the Shift to Provider-Centric, Value-Based Care

Adageis focuses on empowering healthcare providers with tools and insights to excel in value-based care models, using a provider-centric approach. The company’s patented AI solutions enable providers to identify high-risk patients and address care gaps effectively. Its ProActive Care Platform integrates seamlessly with existing EHR systems to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. A unique offering in the healthcare technology space, the platform offers flexible integration, proactive efficiency, and advanced predictive analysis capabilities. Adageis, a healthcare technology company, is taking a bold stance in reshaping the healthcare landscape by prioritizing providers in the transition to value-based care. Unlike traditional models…

ThursdayJan 16, 2025 10:00 am

The US Strengthens its Controls on AI Chip Exports Around the Globe

The U.S. announced new measures to further limit the export of artificial intelligence (AI) chips and related technology. These measures aim to consolidate advanced computing capabilities within the U.S. and its allies while blocking access for countries like China. Under the updated regulations, the export of AI chips will be capped for most nations, while U.S. allies will continue to have unrestricted access. Exports to countries such as North Korea, China, Iran, and Russia will remain strictly prohibited. The new rules, introduced as Biden’s administration nears its exit, extend beyond targeting China. They are designed to preserve the U.S.’s leadership…

TuesdayJan 14, 2025 10:00 am

More Than 4-in-10 Firms Around the World Plan to Downsize Staff Due to AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the job market, with 41% of companies planning to reduce their workforce as AI takes over some tasks, according to a recent survey by the World Economic Forum (WEF). According to the survey which looked at hundreds of big firms worldwide, 77% of companies plan to retrain and upskill staff members between 2025 and 2030 so they can work with AI systems. The WEF’s report, published last week, marks a shift in tone from its 2023 edition. Unlike before, the latest report stops short of describing technologies, including AI, as having an overall positive impact…

TuesdayJan 14, 2025 9:30 am

UK Premier Announces Plan to Grow Domestic AI Capability Twentyfold by 2030

UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set his sights on making the UK a global superpower in the AI space. He wants the industry to grow and create rivals to OpenAI in a move calculated to significantly grow domestic computing power so that technologies vital to national security are innovated within the country. Of special interest to the government is the need to quickly expand AI data center capacity so that developers can have the needed infrastructure to rapidly deploy powerful foundational artificial intelligence models. It is noteworthy that a bold target of growing AI computing capacity by twentyfold has been…

FridayJan 10, 2025 10:00 am

How AI Regulation Could Pan Out in 2025

The political landscape in the United States and across the globe is poised for significant developments in 2025, especially regarding artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. These shifts could redefine AI governance and implementation. While the United States explores AI policy under new leadership, Europe and the United Kingdom are already setting contrasting examples. The European Union (EU) is taking a stringent stance, imposing stricter rules on major tech companies, while the UK opts for a more lenient and flexible framework. As AI continues to evolve, 2025 could mark a turning point for global AI governance. Here’s a closer look at key…

FridayJan 10, 2025 8:00 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) Completes Second SOC 2(R) Type 2 Audit, Confirming Commitment to Rigorous Data Privacy Standards

Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and recognized worldwide, the SOC 2 Type 2 examination is designed for organizations of any size, regardless of industry and scope, to ensure the personal assets of their potential and existing customers are protected. SOC 2 Type 2 compliance is part of D-Wave’s ongoing efforts to support customers’ production deployments of quantum and hybrid-quantum applications. The company completed its first SOC 2 Type 2 audit in December 2023 and plans to perform these assessments every year. D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the…

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