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Biden Speaks on Artificial Intelligence in San Francisco

President Joe Biden discusses his administration’s commitment to seizing the opportunities and managing the risks of Artificial Intelligence at 4:00 p.m. ET in San Francisco on June 20. …


LIVE 4 PM ET: Biden Speaks on Artificial Intelligence in San Francisco

President Joe Biden discusses his administration’s commitment to seizing the opportunities and managing the risks of Artificial Intelligence at 4:00 p.m. ET in San Francisco on June 20. …


LIVE NOW: Biden Speaks on Artificial Intelligence in San Francisco

President Joe Biden discusses his administration’s commitment to seizing the opportunities and managing the risks of Artificial Intelligence at 4:00 p.m. ET in San Francisco on June 20. …


United Airlines Warns of Macro Risks, Says Ready to Act If Economy Softens Further

CHICAGO—United Airlines Holdings Inc. on Wednesday said macroeconomic risks have increased following turmoil in the banking industry last month that led to a sharp, brief drop in business travel demand. CEO Scott Kirby said while the company “feels good” about its full-year profit outlook, it stands ready to act if the economy softens further. United…


Park Outside: Kia Recalls SUVs Again for Risk of Engine Fire

Kia is telling owners of nearly 72,000 older Sportage small SUVs in the United States to park them outdoors and away from structures after getting reports of more engine fires. It’s the second time that Sportages from the 2008 and 2009 model years have been recalled due to fire risks that apparently can start near…


Top US Regulator Says Cryptocurrencies Pose Risks to Financial Stability

The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) issued a report on digital assets like cryptocurrencies, warning about the dangers posed by such instruments. “Crypto-asset activities could pose risks to the stability of the U.S. financial system and emphasizes the importance of appropriate regulation, including enforcement of existing laws. It is vital that government stakeholders collectively work…


These Are the Biggest Risks for Business in 2022, According to 700 Executives

A new survey on business leaders across U.S. industries places cybersecurity and talent acquisition as the two biggest risks for business in 2022. The survey was performed in early August by professional service provider PwC. It gathered answers from more than 700 C-suite and executive-level representatives from public and private companies in six sectors: industrial products,…


China’s Draft Cybersecurity Rules Pose Risks for Financial Firms, Lobby Group Warns

HONG KONG—China’s proposed cybersecurity rules for financial firms could pose risks to the operations of western companies by making their data vulnerable to hacking, among other things, according to a leading lobby group. The latest regulatory proposal comes at a time when a string of western investment banks and asset managers are expanding their presence…


Avoiding Adult Exposure to Phthalates

Most of the attention on phthalates, a group of hormone-disrupting chemicals found in PVC plastics, has been on fetal and child health, particularly regarding genital and behavioral development, such as incomplete virilization in infant boys and reduced masculine play as they grow up, and for girls, an earlier onset of puberty, but what about affecting…


Are There Risks and Benefits of Energy Drinks?

The first energy drink dates back more than a half century: Dr. Enuf, launched in 1949. Now, there are more than 100 brands—an industry now selling $50 billion of the stuff a year. They’re popular on military bases, but some military leaders have questioned their safety, based on data like this: the skyrocketing number of…