Reported about 1 year ago
Genspark是由前百度高管創立的人工智慧搜尋新創公司，最近籌集了6000萬美元的資金，加入了一系列挑戰者，挑戰谷歌在搜尋市場上的主導地位。這筆融資由新加坡基金Lanchi Ventures領投，使該新創公司的估值達到2.6億美元。Genspark總部位於加州帕羅奧圖，CEO Eric Jing領導的團隊以服務美國市場為重點，使用各種大型語言模型來處理任務，包括來自Meta的Llama和OpenAI的GPT模型等。另外，市場上的AI模型顯示了人們在線上獲取和訪問信息的新途徑，使搜尋引擎市場面臨著持續加劇的競爭。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei Zoo will be closed for 10 days starting tomorrow (19th) for comprehensive renovation and will reopen on June 29. The zoo, which is open all year round, will undergo building painting, removal of old roofs in pavilions, and cleaning operations during this closure period to enhance visitor experience and animal welfare. Various areas including the panda exhibition area and clouded leopard enclosure will be renovated, and upcoming events like the birth of a new tapir and a special evening safari train for summer visitors will be organized.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sprinting legend Michael Johnson is launching 'Grand Slam Track' league, aiming to bring together nearly 100 top performers in track and field four times a year to compete for $12.6 million in prize money during its debut season. The league, set to kick off in April, will feature events in Los Angeles, another U.S. city, and two international locations. The league has already signed world-record hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and plans to award a $100,000 first prize to athletes in various categories, aiming to offer financial incentives and increase the visibility of elite-level track and field competition.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fatal accident occurred in Chiayi County as a 27-year-old policeman collided with a 74-year-old female motorcyclist who was making a left turn while he was on his way to work in Taibao City. Despite immediate rescue efforts by the Chiayi County Fire Department, the female motorcyclist did not survive after being rushed to the hospital. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation by the authorities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Bloomberg報導指出，Nvidia股價在過去一年中上漲了逾200%，其中一位最樂觀的分析師預測，這家半導體巨頭將延續其漲勢，將市值推高到接近5兆美元。這項預測來自Rosenblatt Securities分析師Hans Mosesmann，他將股票的目標價格上調至每股200美元，創下華爾街的最高紀錄。他稱讚Nvidia在硬體產品領域的優勢，並指出軟體領域潛力巨大，認為這將對公司估值產生積極影響。目前，Nvidia股票受到華爾街分析師們的高度喜愛，其中64位給予買入評級，七位持有評級，一位賣出評級。
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sharon Stone and Austin Butler expressed their close bond at the premiere of Butler's film 'The Bikeriders,' with Stone mentioning she believes in Butler's talent and wants to support him on his journey to stardom. The two actors highlighted their friendship and mutual admiration, emphasizing the importance of staying grounded and genuine in the entertainment industry. 'The Bikeriders,' directed by Jeff Nichols, follows the story of a motorcycle club in Chicago and stars Butler alongside Jodie Comer and Tom Hardy.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Adidas is investigating allegations of compliance violations in China, prompted by an anonymous letter accusing local executives of embezzling millions of euros, receiving bribes, and engaging in unethical behavior such as workplace bullying and nepotism. The sportswear brand is conducting an investigation with external legal counsel after the whistleblowers threatened to disclose the matter to the media and legal departments if not addressed. Adidas' shares fell 1.73% following the reports, with Greater China accounting for 15% of the brand's sales according to its 2023 annual report.
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Reported about 1 year ago
With Amazon Prime Video introducing an ad-supported version of its streaming service, competitors are facing potential challenges in negotiating with advertisers. Amazon's strategy of offering Prime Video as the default ad-supported option is influencing the pricing of ads across various streaming platforms and networks, leading to increased scalability and decreased prices. Analysts suggest that Amazon's entry into the market could significantly impact the Connected TV (CTV) advertising landscape and drive growth in the streaming advertising sector, with companies like Netflix already adjusting their advertising rates in response to the changing market dynamics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins stated that it is premature to determine if inflation is steadily returning to the central bank's 2% target and cautioned against overreacting to recent promising inflation data. Collins emphasized the need for patience and a methodical evaluation of the evolving data before considering interest rate cuts, believing that the economy is on the right path towards restoring price stability. Her remarks follow the Fed's decision to hold the policy rate and reduce the estimated number of rate cuts this year due to higher-than-expected inflation, with the possibility of easing later in the year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chinatrust Brothers defeated Fubon Guardians 9-2 with a strong offensive performance including a 3 RBI game from Chen Tzu-Hao with his 10th homer of the season. Meanwhile, Uni-President Lions faced Rakuten Monkeys and fell 2-5 with the magic number frozen at M5. Chih-Chieh Tsai's solid relief pitching helped the Brothers secure their victory against the Guardians. Uni-President struggled against Rakuten's Suzuki Shunsuke's pitching, with Lin Hong-Yu hitting a homer but the team fell short in the end. The victory puts Rakuten and Chinatrust at 4.5 games behind Uni-President as the first half of the season closes in.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, despite repeated assurances from Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui that Taiwan has sufficient electricity supply, a sudden power outage occurred at the Nangang Software Park at noon, following his statement. Guo later clarified that it was a maintenance issue with the cables, not an electricity shortage, pointing out recent trends of power outages happening in crowded areas with increased electricity usage. Taiwan Power Company promptly restored power after the outage affected 655 households. Guo emphasized the need to address high-risk factors to prevent future incidents and dismissed concerns of a looming electricity shortage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Lindsay Hubbard, from Summer House, reveals the three wedding dresses she had selected for her now-called-off wedding with Carl Radke. She shares that she plans to sell one and donate another, with all proceeds going to Chick Mission, a non-profit supporting young women diagnosed with cancer. The dresses include designs by Berta, Mira Zwillinger, and Pnina Tornai, each offering unique styles and details.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As Big Tech like Nvidia continues to perform well, investors are focusing on a few names in the tech sector rather than diversifying into other industries like energy. RBC Capital Markets Equity Derivatives Strategist Amy Wu Silverman discusses how investors are being influenced by 'benchmark FOMO', where a few tech giants drive the market performance, causing investors to stick to tech stocks and potentially miss out on opportunities in other sectors like energy and real estate.
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Reported about 1 year ago
UniCredit CEO, Andrea Orcel, expressed support for the digital euro plan during a conference, emphasizing that it would be beneficial for Europe and its banks if banks play a central role in the digital currency system. He highlighted the importance of banks being fully involved in the infrastructure of the digital euro, enabling a seamless transition for customers. Orcel also noted that a parallel system for the digital euro would bring significant changes to the banking sector. The European Central Bank is considering a digital currency to reduce reliance on non-European payment systems and introduce new payment solutions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu hosted a lunch banquet for party legislators in the afternoon, followed by an evening banquet for People First Party Chairman Ko Wen-je and seven party legislators. The banquet featured 17 dishes costing over 20,000 yuan, with Ko Wen-je expressing his satisfaction with the meal. The gathering, seen as an attempt to foster collaboration between blue and white camps, also hinted at possible future interactions with the Democratic Progressive Party. Han Kuo-yu expressed willingness to invite other parties in the future, pending responses from the Democratic Progressive Party.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Trina McGee, known for her role in Boy Meets World, is expecting her fourth child and her adult children, aged 25 to 31, found out about their new sibling through social media. Although initially surprised, her pregnancy has brought her family closer together, fostering better communication and reconnecting with loved ones. McGee considers her pregnancy a 'miracle' and credits her holistic lifestyle for conceiving naturally. She and her husband are preparing for their first child together, while also planning to open a wellness retreat in Belize.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The FDA has approved Merck's new vaccine to protect adults from pneumonia. The vaccine aims to prevent pneumonia caused by a particular bacteria, especially affecting older adults and younger children. Merck's vaccine covers 21 strains, offering significant protection for individuals aged 65 and older, who are most at risk of serious illness or death from this disease. The CDC's recommendation on the vaccine is still awaited, as Merck seeks to address the market challenges it faces with the patent cliff of Kruta.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the World Corporate Chess Championship in New York, Wall Street bankers and traders from firms like Goldman Sachs and BlackRock were beaten by players from online platforms Chessify and Chessmood, with UBS and Susquehanna being the only financial firms making it to the semi-finals. The competition, organized by FIDE, crowned Chessify as the 'smartest company in the world' through chess, highlighting the intellectual prowess required for the game.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Elena Dubaich from Below Deck Mediterranean shared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen that she operates an OnlyFans account under the name 'The Balkan Biscuit' and stated that it has been more lucrative than working on yachts. She described her content as seductive, sultry, and classy. Fans can catch more of Elena's adventures on the show as Season 9 continues airing, revealing a potential love triangle with fellow crew members.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Vitol Group，全球最大的独立石油交易商之一，其中有人士透露，已经成为对炼油商Citgo Petroleum Corp.母公司提交报价的竞标人之一。美国特拉华州的一个联邦法院正在为PDV Holding进行拍卖，以满足针对委内瑞拉和其国有石油公司PDVSA超过200亿美元索赔的要求，竞标于上周到期。Vitol加入了一系列竞标人名单，其中包括正在竞购Citgo母公司的加拿大矿商Gold Reserve Inc。据知情人士透露，转让的听证会定于7月15日举行，收购过程预计将很长。对于Vitol来说，成功竞购Citgo将是其在炼油和分销方面的最新投资之一。
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Reported about 1 year ago
One of Russia's advanced submarines, the Kazan, is displaying visible damage such as falling soundproofing panels after leaving Cuba. Despite the worn appearance, experts assure that the damage won't impact the submarine's performance. The vessel, part of a group that departed Havana after a military visit, has drawn attention for its unique capabilities, including the ability to strike both land and sea targets stealthily.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Another food safety issue arises as the New MALA hotpot chain's Yulon City branch unexpectedly shuts down due to two customers experiencing vomiting and diarrhea after dining there. This is not the first incident, as two other customers fell ill in early April after eating at the same location. Health authorities noted that these two suspected cases of food poisoning within a year meet the criteria for temporary closure, and if improvements are not made upon re-inspection, the restaurant could face fines ranging from 60,000 to 200 million NTD.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Dua Lipa, with nearly 100 million followers on Instagram, shared in an interview with the Radio Times that she acknowledges potential backlash for her public opinions on sensitive topics but remains committed to sharing her thoughts after careful consideration. The singer highlighted the importance of thorough research before speaking out, emphasizing the significance of addressing issues larger than herself. Despite anticipating criticism, Dua affirms her willingness to face consequences for the greater good, stating that speaking out is a natural inclination driven by her background and heritage. Dua is set to headline the upcoming Glastonbury Festival in England.
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Reported about 1 year ago
根據美國人口普查局的數據，五月份的零售銷售增長放緩至0.1%，低於預期的0.3%。由於人工智慧和科技將推動強勁收益增長，黑石全球首席投資策略師李瑋表示，這導致股市強勁，與利率市場預期存在一定脫節。他解釋稱，'崛起的人工智慧'將帶來更強大的收益，這解釋了股市強勁的原因。對於更多專家見解以及最新市場動態，可點擊觀看Catalysts節目的完整集。
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