Author: Max Smith

We live in dangerous times, right? There is a threat of war, chaos prevails, and destruction lurks…Actually, no. We are more or less living in normal times, even though it seems like the apocalypse is always nearing when we watch the daily news. In fact, there is remarkable stability in that the economy is doing well and living standards remain intact.Citi researchers recently examined more than 100 years of geopolitical developments to determine where we are today and how much risk global investors face. evaluated. Their conclusion was that “things aren't that terrible.””The consensus is that geopolitical shocks are becoming…

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Written by Hyun Joo Jin, Ethan Wang, Christoph SteitzBEIJING/FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Tesla has slashed prices in a number of major markets, including China and Germany, following cuts in the United States to combat declining sales and increased price competition for electric vehicles (EVs). . , especially against cheap Chinese EVs.The series of price cuts came after Elon Musk's EV maker reported this month that global car deliveries in the first quarter fell for the first time in nearly four years.Tesla has cut the starting price of its updated Model 3 in China by 14,000 yuan ($1,930) to 231,900 yuan ($32,000),…

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Before UConn coach Dan Hurley reached the top of men’s college basketball for a second consecutive year, he had poignant advice about what it takes to get there.Yes, he has to have measurable talent, he said, but he also has to take a hard look at you: the parents.Parents, he says, can be destructive to his team if he lets them infiltrate its culture, poking and prodding and coddling in the selfish interest of their sons.“Are they gonna be fans while they’re on campus or are they gonna be parents? Hurley told CBS earlier this month ahead of the men’s…

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Business Awards UK announces the winners and finalists of its 2024 Cybersecurity and Resilience Awards, which celebrates innovation and excellence in protecting businesses from digital threats.HALIFAX, April 21, 2024 (Globe Newswire) –Business Awards UK is delighted to announce the winners and finalists. 2024 Cybersecurity and Resilience Awards, honors outstanding achievements and innovations in cybersecurity that protect and empower businesses and the public sector in an increasingly complex digital environment. This year's awards recognize companies that have made significant advances in cybersecurity, ensuring robust defense systems and promoting a culture of safety and resilience.Business Awards UK 2024 Cybersecurity and Resilience Award…

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Let's step away from our Nvidia (NVDA) obsession for a moment.According to Morgan Stanley, AI is changing the data center landscape and carving out entirely new avenues for infrastructure demand. This is a hidden investment opportunity that is currently undervalued by Mr. Market.Under the radar: Power producers.”There are opportunities in all infrastructure, from power generation to power electronics to data centers, and the growth rate will accelerate,” Morgan Stanley's Stephen Byrd told Yahoo Finance Live (video above).Generative AI processing performed on graphics processing units (GPUs) typically requires more power given their higher computational requirements. The need for more power is…

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The state soccer playoffs began last week, and many Savannah athletes had great performances to help their teams advance to the second round.The postseason has begun in some regions, and track and field events are in full swing, while the postseason season for lacrosse and golf is also just around the corner.Open voting with no voting restrictions gives readers a chance to weigh in and choose this week's Spring Sports Athletes from the Savannah Morning News. Voting will end at 11am on Friday, April 26th.Here are this week's nominees.Holly Kachmar, IslandsThe sophomore scored five goals for the Sharks in a…

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As the spring season for college sports comes to a close, Blue Zone is here to shine a spotlight on the Duke University women's tennis team. Duke University women's tennis faced Wake Forest on Thursday in the first round of the ACC Tournament. Unsurprisingly, like many of the Blue Devils' games this season, the night saw a victory for Brianna Shvetz on Court 5. The graduate transfer from Princeton won in straight sets to help lead Duke to a 4-0 sweep. Thursday's win brings Shvec's total to 14 wins on the season, with five losses and only two games remaining.…

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