The field of experimental aircraft has always been a fascinating one. These machines, designed to push the boundaries of flight technology, often possess a unique allure. One such aircraft, the Model 437 Vanguard, has recently captured attention. A product of Scaled Composites, a Northrop Grumman company, the Vanguard made its maiden flight from the Mojave Air and Space Port in California. The Vanguard, a technological marvel, represents a significant advancement in aviation. Originally conceived as an autonomous collaborative aircraft, its design evolved to accommodate a pilot due to FAA regulations restricting autonomous flights over populated areas. This adaptation demonstrates the…
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PS5 Pro Technical Presentation hosted by Mark Cerny – YouTube Watch On And so the Sony PS5 Pro has arrived. Verily, it’s far, far more powerful than the clunker that is now the plain old PS5, but it’s also a lot more expensive at $700. And that, dear PC gaming friends, begs the very obvious comparison.Boil it down to basics, and the PS5 Pro is a $200 premium for a GPU upgrade. The rest of the PS5 Pro’s hardware hasn’t changed much. In that regard, the new console itself it quite gaming PC-like with a heavy emphasis on graphics performance…
Key points The S&P 500 and Nasdaq had their best week of the year last week. A strong August CPI inflation report helped spur stocks higher. The FOMC meets this week and is expected to reduce the federal funds rate. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq had their best week of the year last week, wiping away losses from the previous week, which was the worst of the year. Markets continue to be extremely volatile, prone to wild swings one way and the other. We saw that over the past two weeks as the major indexes had their best week of…
Current AI Leadership in the US and ChinaThe global artificial intelligence (AI) market was valued at $36bn in 2020, according to a recent report by Fortune Business Insights. This figure is expected to increase to $47bn in 2021 and reach a staggering $360bn by 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 33.6%.The use of AI can be seen across a wide variety of sectors from transportation and manufacturing to education and finance. Its extensive influence has caused many countries to invest heavily in AI research and development with the aim of sustaining long-term economic growth and protecting national…
Either the Federal Reserve (Fed) doves are going seriously ahead of themselves, or there will be a big disappointment when the Fed will announce its policy decision tomorrow. Or… the Fed will align with the market and give investors want they want, to avoid creating further panic. The expectation of a 50bp is now assessed nearly 70% chance. The US 2-year further dived below the 3.53% level yesterday, the 10-year yield is hanging around 3.62% this morning and the US dollar index remains under a decent selling pressure, much intimidated by the rising bets for a 50bp cut from the…
Here is my Power 10 after Week 3 of women’s college volleyball. For the record, it is still very early in the season, and tough to gauge. There wasn’t much movement among my top four, but there were a few adjustments to the bottom three that anyone could argue. 🏐 MORE WOMEN’S COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL 🏐 1. Pittsburgh (Prev. 1) Pitt remains at No. 1 with no reason to move down. The Panthers swept a ranked team in USC and look as solid as ever. 2. Stanford (Prev. 3) No. 2 is an easy one. I moved Stanford up a spot after…
BYD Company (OTCPK:BYDDF) acquired full control of its joint venture with Mercedes-Benz (OTCPK:MBGAF) in China as it bought the remaining 10% stake in Shenzhen Denza New Energy Automotive, according to a CnEVPost post. The acquisition was finalized on September 14, 2024, and follows BYD’s (OTCPK:BYDDF) previous increase in ownership from 50% to 90% in 2022, the report said. Denza was established by BYD (OTCPK:BYDDF) and Mercedes (OTCPK:MBGAF) in 2011, with each owning 50% stake. However, poor sales led to Mercedes (OTCPK:MBGAF) reducing its stake to 10%. The sale of this 10% stake by Mercedes (OTCPK:MBGAF) marks the end of a…
CARACAS (Reuters) – Venezuela’s government “dramatically intensified” efforts to crush peaceful protest and ramped up its repressive machinery following the country’s presidential election in July, according to a report from a UN fact-finding mission published Tuesday. Venezuelan authorities acted to dismantle and demobilize the opposition, inhibit the dissemination of independent information and critical opinions, and prevent peaceful protests in a “conscious and deliberate” manner, the report said. “We are witnessing an intensification of the state’s repressive machinery in response to what it perceives as critical views, opposition or dissent,” said Marta Valinas, chair of the fact-finding mission. Venezuela’s electoral authorities…
Shares Surged Nearly 8% in Extended Trading on MondaySource: TradingView.comKey TakeawaysIntel shares surged nearly 8% in extended trading on Monday, adding to big gains during regular trading, after the embattled chipmaker’s CEO Pat Gelsinger provided an update on the company’s plans to slash costs and turn around its business.Although the shares hit a new multi-year low this month, they have made a partial recovery to currently trade near their September high, potentially forming a hammer, a candlestick pattern that suggests a bullish reversal.Investors should monitor important support levels on Intel’s monthly chart at $20, $17, and $14, while watching key…
Chevrolet’s 1958 full size lineup was a dramatic departure from its predecessors. While the iconic Impala, with its sleek styling and powerful engines, captured the hearts of many, the brand also introduced the budget-friendly Biscayne, offering a more affordable option for those seeking a full-size car. This strategic move expanded Chevrolet’s appeal and ensured that there was a model to suit every customer’s needs and budget. Despite not achieving the same level of popularity as its more premium siblings, the Biscayne and Delray still enjoyed moderate success in their first years on the market. Their affordability and reliability made them…