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Three Mile Island was closed because it wasn’t economical to operate. Now Microsoft wants it restarted in the hopes it can supply carbon-free energy for its datacenters. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images North America hide caption toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images North America MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania — Standing in front of one of Three Mile Island’s iconic cooling towers, Bryan Hanson remembers the day in 2019 when he shut the nuclear plant down. “It was really melancholy,” Hanson, chief generation officer for the utility Constellation, recalls. Three Mile Island is best known because its Unit 2 reactor partially melted down in 1979. But…
Dive Brief: Interpublic Group acquired e-commerce retail analytics company Intelligence Node to supplement the audience data and identity information the holding company already gets through Acxiom, according to a release. Terms were not disclosed, though reports indicated the deal was worth nearly $100 million. Founded in 2012, Intelligence Node uses artificial intelligence to analyze data across more than 1,900 retail categories in 34 global markets, providing real-time insights into product attributes, media, pricing availability, promotions and consumer sentiment. The acquisition comes on the heels of IPG selling off digital agency Huge to private investment firm AEA investors. Under its new…
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Risks from artificial intelligence-backed products are the most significant technology hazards in the healthcare sector, according to a report published Thursday by research nonprofit ECRI. Though AI has the potential to improve care, things like biases, inaccurate or misleading responses and performance degradation over time could cause patient harm, the analysis said. Healthcare organizations need to think carefully when implementing AI tools, clearly define their goals, validate and monitor its performance, and insist on transparency from model developers, according to…
As time marches on, so too does beauty tech, with new research and innovations helping many achieve their aesthetic goals. Even so, weekly medispa trips are outside the realm of financial possibility for most people, relegated to special occasions if visited at all.Fortunately, there is a middle ground. Many at-home devices offer the same science-backed skincare tech used in medispas, allowing you to get similar results for less. Not only is it soothing to take the time for self care, it’s also gratifying to know that your treatments are evidence-based.Here are four science-backed gadgets to upgrade your beauty routine and…
The past week was a rollercoaster ride in the cryptocurrency market. From XRP’s explosive gain to Shiba Inu’s burning spree, the crypto world was buzzing with activity. Let’s dive into the top stories that shaped the crypto market over the weekend. XRP’s Parabolic Uptrend Over the last weekend, XRP XRP/USD witnessed a significant rise. The uptrend was fueled by new ETF applications and increased whale activity. Noted investor Raoul Pal highlighted XRP’s “great-looking” chart, drawing parallels with a previous long wedge pattern that led to a whopping 5,600% rally. Pal coined the current phase as “Banana Zone Part 1.” Read…
A student in the occupational therapy program practices an exercise with a client at the University of Vermont. Photo courtesy of UVM.BURLINGTON — Do you ever feel anxious wondering if you left the oven on or whether you closed the door? At an open house at the University of Vermont, visitors explored a recreated apartment with low- and high-tech devices that could make it easier to live independently and make people less worried.Designed to benefit anyone — but particularly older adults and people with disabilities — these innovative devices can assist with everyday tasks and enhance independent living, as demonstrated by…
Though CrossFit is often seen as a sport for the super fit, that shouldn’t put you off from trying it. CrossFit is designed to be accessible to everyone, with scalable workouts suited for all ages and abilities, embodying its principle that the needs of elite athletes and beginners differ only by intensity, not kind. By combining strength and aerobic exercise, CrossFit can be an effective way of improving functional fitness, muscle strength and cardiovascular health. But if that’s not enough to convince you, our latest study suggests CrossFit’s benefits for physical health may even potentially reduce the need to use…
Brands went bonkers for AI this past year, as they increasingly adopted the growing number of tools available to facilitate mundane tasks throughout the creative process and create new kinds of work.While consumers still feel conflicted about brands use of the technology, some marketing departments have found savings by leaning on generative AI in particular. In May, Klarna said it reduced its sales and marketing costs by 12% annually, and that AI accounted for 37%, or $10 million, of its annual cost savings. Similarly, snack giant Mondelez said in June that it has invested $100 million in AI in a…
Getty ImagesHaliey Welch, known mostly as the star of the viral “Hawk Tuah” meme, is facing criticism after her newly launched cryptocurrency nosedived in value.Her “Hawk” digital coin hit a $490m market cap shortly after it launched on Wednesday, before suddenly losing more than 95% of its value within hours.This has led some, including YouTube cryptocurrency investigator Coffeezilla, to accuse Ms Welch of scamming investors with a “pump and dump” – where the people behind a coin hype up its price before launch, then sell it for profit.She has denied allegations that her team sold any of the tokens they…
After the chaos and all the good food of Thanksgiving, it can be challenging to maintain the same level of motivation and productivity. Especially when Christmas is around the corner. But, there are ways to keep the momentum going and start December off right! 1. Set Realistic Goals One way to maintain momentum after Thanksgiving is to set realistic and achievable goals. Instead of overwhelming yourself with a long list of resolutions, focus on a few key objectives that you can work towards each day. Whether it’s moving your body every day, focusing only on nutrition, or dedicating time to a passion…