Instructors at Musk’s xAI had to relinquish rights to their faces and voices for training attractive AI bots, according to a report.
Employees at Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, were reportedly required to give consent for the use of their faces and voices. This was aimed at assisting in the training of new chatbots, notably a sexually suggestive avatar named Ani. This request was part of a covert initiative termed “Project Skippy.” Employees were asked to grant […]
Billionaire John Catsimatidis expresses anger over Zohran Mamdani’s victory
John Catsimatidis, a notable figure in New York City’s supermarket scene, expressed his frustration over Zoran Mamdani’s unexpected election win. Mamdani, identified as a Democratic socialist, has proposed the controversial idea of public grocery stores. In a brief phone conversation on Wednesday, Catsimatidis voiced his discontent with Mamdani’s urban planning decisions, stating, “I don’t say […]
Tech workers in NYC rejoice over Mamdani’s mayoral victory, but their employers have concerns.
Zoran Mamdani has captured the attention of tech employees in New York City, yet their employers are apprehensive about how the next mayor’s leftist policies might affect the business landscape. As noted in previous reports, Mamdani’s vibrant campaign, powered by social media engagement, has drawn considerable backing from tech workers, who have emerged as key […]
Zohran Mamdani selects Lina Khan as co-chair for the NYC Mayor transition team.
Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani has selected former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan to co-chair his transition team, raising eyebrows among tech leaders in New York City. Khan, a 36-year-old Democrat known for her significant lawsuits against companies like Meta and Amazon during her term as FTC chair between 2021 and 2025, made an unexpected appearance […]
NYC moguls criticize Bill Ackman for praising Zohran Mamdani
Bill Ackman, the hedge fund magnate, faced backlash from New York City business figures for his recent congratulations to Zoran Mamdani following Mamdani’s victory. Ackman, known for his hefty financial attempts to sway elections against left-leaning candidates, sent out a message to Mamdani saying, “Congratulations on your win. You now have a great responsibility. If […]
McDonald’s US sales increase, but profits fall short as it cautions that Americans are eating out less
McDonald’s Sales Growth Amid Challenges In the third quarter, McDonald’s expanded its discounted menu offerings, which helped boost some key sales figures. However, the company still fell short of expected profits, indicating that many anxious Americans are cutting back on dining out. Same-store sales in the U.S. increased by 2.4% for the second straight quarter, […]
Burger Kings collecting pennies as the US eliminates one-cent coins
Burger King and Other Chains Adjust to Penny Phase-Out Burger King is among several businesses looking to phase out pennies nationwide. Fast food restaurants have been stockpiling coins since earlier this year when President Trump ordered the Treasury Department to halt penny production. Businessman Gary Andrzejski, who runs a Burger King in Baltimore, mentioned he […]
JPMorgan reveals investigation in the US regarding claims of ‘debanking’ against conservatives
The U.S. government is looking into JPMorgan Chase & Co. after President Trump alleged that the bank was denying services to customers with conservative political affiliations. In its quarterly report released on Wednesday, JPMorgan acknowledged that it’s “responding to inquiries from government authorities and other external parties regarding our policies, processes, and how we serve […]
Bankers on Wall Street will receive large bonuses for the second consecutive year, according to a leading consultancy.
Wall Street Bonuses Set to Increase for Second Year Bonuses for Wall Street employees are set to rise for the second consecutive year. This increase, driven by a rebound in trading and advisory income along with a strong stock market performance, is highlighted in a recent report from compensation consulting firm Johnson Associates. According to […]
Five innovations transforming the future of travel — including super-fast planes and airborne boats
The Future of Transportation: Innovations on the Horizon Set in 2062, “The Jetsons” imagined a world filled with flying cars and quick workdays. It’s fascinating to think that, in just a few years, we might see something similar with small helicopter-airplane hybrids emerging to ease our daily commutes. Flying vehicles are just the start of […]