US inflation hit 3.8% in April, driven largely by soaring energy prices due to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure, impacting consumers and markets.
US inflation jumps to 3.8% as energy costs surge from Iran war
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Coursera and Udemy are now one company
Coursera and Udemy have completed their merger, forming one of the world’s largest skills development platforms, aiming to enhance global learning and AI-driven education.
Altman Tries to Turn the Tables on Musk in Contentious Testimony
Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, confronts Elon Musk in a tense hearing, attempting to shift blame and defend his company’s actions. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between tech leaders.
Myanmar’s political transition leaves ASEAN in a quandary
ASEAN remains divided over Myanmar’s move toward civilian rule, leaving the regional bloc in a diplomatic quandary amid ongoing tensions.
China widens oil purchases to extend influence from US to Iran
China is diversifying its oil imports, including from the US and Iran, in a move to strengthen energy security amid geopolitical tensions, during President Trump’s visit.
China loves food deliveries. Restaurants are starving as a result
Chinese restaurants face declining dine-in revenues as consumers favor cheap delivery, exacerbating challenges under government austerity measures.
The Future of Obsidian Plugins
Obsidian introduces a new community site with enhanced browsing, developer dashboard, and automated plugin safety reviews to support its growing ecosystem.
Googlebook
Google announces Googlebook, a new AI-powered laptop ecosystem integrating Gemini tech, set to launch this fall, aiming to enhance productivity and device integration.
Kevin Hartz’s A* just closed its third fund with $450 million
A* Capital, led by Kevin Hartz, has announced the closing of its third fund with $450 million to invest in early-stage startups across various sectors.
Sam Altman’s Personal Investments Prompt GOP Probe, Call for SEC Investigation
GOP lawmakers are scrutinizing Sam Altman’s personal investments, prompting a call for SEC investigation amid concerns over potential conflicts of interest.
