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The Bible's Book of Revelation has influenced U.S. immigration policy, with interpretations of America as the New Jerusalem and unwanted migrants as the castaways meant for Hell, a New Testament scholar says in a new book.. Why it matters: White American evangelicals continue to shape U.S. policy by using strict interpretations of the Bible as …
New Trump watch collection includes watches selling for $100k
Sep 26, 2024 · Former President Trump is promoting a new watch collection with watches selling for as much as $100,000 each.. Why it matters: The GOP presidential nominee has promoted the sale of everything from $59.99 Bibles, $299 sneakers and $99 "Victory47" cologne in recent months. "FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT High-Tops" were unveiled days after the July assassination attempt and followed a line of gold sneakers ...
OpenAI says ChatGPT usage has doubled since last year - Axios
Aug 29, 2024 · OpenAI said on Thursday that ChatGPT now has more than 200 million weekly active users — twice as many as it had last November. Why it matters: ChatGPT remains the leader among generative AI chatbots, but it's an intensely competitive space with the other big names in tech offering frequent updates in hopes of grabbing share.. By the numbers: OpenAI also said that 92% of Fortune 500 ...
OpenAI's next step: Consider going public via IPO - Axios
Oct 3, 2024 · OpenAI yesterday closed its historic investment round, raising $6.6 billion at a $157 billion valuation. Look ahead: The next step is for OpenAI to think about going public via an IPO. Catch up quick: The ChatGPT maker promised investors that it will convert into a for-profit entity — reflecting its transition from a research lab into a …
Fox News to debut Spanish-language show, website ahead of …
Oct 8, 2024 · Fox News Media will launch a daily Spanish-language news show called "Fox Noticias" that will air on Fox Corp.'s Spanish-language sports cable network Fox Deportes, executives told Axios. Ahead of the debut next week, Fox News will also unveil a Spanish-language version of its website. Why it matters: 50% of the increase in new eligible voters over the past four years has been Hispanic ...
Google's NotebookLM AI goes viral for turning text into podcasts
Oct 4, 2024 · A Google research tool called NotebookLM has been going viral thanks to a feature that transforms text documents into lively podcast-style conversations.
These women are the Senate's new center of power - Axios
Oct 27, 2024 · Move over, Sen. Joe Manchin.Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) will be calling the shots in 2025. Why it matters: The two Republicans are instantly the most critical votes in Congress if the Senate GOP gets its expected slim majority, with 51 or 52 seats.They'll have extraordinary influence over Cabinet confirmations, filibuster roundabouts and even Supreme Court picks.
Elon Musk becomes the most powerful (unelected) man ever - Axios
Nov 7, 2024 · America just elevated one man to an unfathomable status: the most powerful civilian — ever. Why it matters: Elon Musk — the most influential backer of President-elect Trump, thanks to his money, time and X factor — now sits at the pinnacle of power in business, government influence and global information (and misinformation) flow. Trump has the White House and four short years.
Meta's new AI-made posts open a Pandora's box - Axios
Sep 27, 2024 · Between the lines: The move is a logical next step for Meta, which has increasingly been using the Facebook feed to surface content its algorithm thinks you will like, often instead of posts shared by friends. Meta has been testing other ways its AI can become part of the conversations on its platforms, including making its tools available within Messenger and a since-scrapped test that had ...
Israel plans massive Iran payback with Middle East on edge - Axios
Oct 2, 2024 · Israeli officials staring down all-out regional war tell Axios Israel will launch a "significant retaliation" to Tuesday's massive missile attack within days that could target oil production facilities inside Iran and other strategic sites.. Why it matters: Israel and Iran have never been closer to opening up a new and far more dangerous front in the war that has engulfed the Middle East.