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When the Wi-Fi Came How the Internet Upended a Remote Amazon Tribe
Economics

When the Wi-Fi Came: How the Internet Upended a Remote Amazon Tribe

A Signal Reaches the Rainforest On a quiet evening in the Brazilian Amazon, a satellite signal lit up the screens of a tribe that had never been online. The Kanamari, an Indigenous community once untouched by the internet, were suddenly connected to the entire world. With the arrival of Starlink, the community went from zero

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Crypto Market Analysis (May 14, 2025) BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS
Cryptocurrency

Crypto Market Analysis (May 14, 2025): BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS

Crypto Market Overview: Mid-May 2025 The cryptocurrency market in mid-May 2025 reflects a generally bullish sentiment, with the Fear & Greed Indexaround 71, indicating optimism among investors. The total market capitalization remains strong between $3.27 trillion and $3.41 trillion. Key factors driving this positive outlook include improved regulatory clarity, particularly from the European Union’s MiCA

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Giulia Vitagliano Champions a Fairer AI Future from the Heart of UNDP
AI

Giulia Vitagliano Champions a Fairer AI Future from the Heart of UNDP

For Giulia Vitagliano, the future of artificial intelligence does not lie in faster algorithms or more powerful machines. Rather, it concerns matters of social justice, human rights, and equity. Giulia, as a digital expert with the Chief Digital Office and the UNDP Rome Centre for Climate Action and Energy Transition, is currently spearheading efforts to

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AI Turns Social Media into a Life-Saving Tool for Disaster Response
AI

AI Turns Social Media into a Life-Saving Tool for Disaster Response

In the aftermath of any catastrophe, be it a hurricane, wildfire, or earthquake, there are specific imperative initial moments within which specialized rescue teams need to locate and extract individuals from peril, facilitating medical assistance where needed. Social media functions as a double-edged sword in this regard, enabling real-time information dissemination while pulling focus away

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Crypto Market Analysis (May 12, 2025): BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS
Cryptocurrency

Crypto Market Analysis (May 12, 2025): BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS

Overall Crypto Market Sentiment: Bullish Tides and Institutional Anchors The cryptocurrency market is riding a wave of optimism as of May 12, 2025, with a market capitalization ranging between $3.35 trillion and $3.46 trillion. Several factors are driving this positive sentiment. Regulatory clarity, particularly in the US and EU, has provided a foundation for increased

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Saudi Arabia Launches HUMAIN to Lead Global AI Investment and Innovation
AI

Saudi Arabia Launches HUMAIN to Lead Global AI Investment and Innovation

Saudi Arabia has launched HUMAIN, an artificial intelligence company entirely owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy aimed at transforming the Kingdom into a global leader in AI innovation and digital infrastructure. HUMAIN’s announcement was made by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al

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AI, E-Rate Uncertainty, and Cyber Threats Expand the Role of K–12 Edtech Leaders, New Report Finds
AI

AI, E-Rate Uncertainty, and Cyber Threats Expand the Role of K–12 Edtech Leaders, New Report Finds

The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) has released a report highlighting the challenges faced by K-12 education technology leaders, including AI, cybersecurity, and funding issues. The 2025 State of Edtech District Leadership report, partnered with AASA and The School Superintendents Association, highlights digital disruption, funding shortages, and technological developments in public education. The report highlights

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Dialpad Unveils Vision for AI Agents That Solve Problems Before Customers Notice Them
AI

Dialpad Unveils Vision for AI Agents That Solve Problems Before Customers Notice Them

Dialpad, an innovative leader in AI-based communications, is set to pioneer a new era in customer support where AI agents take proactive measures. The company plans to implement its Agentic AI Platform, which works with AI agents in detecting, diagnosing, and resolving issues well in advance of proactively rendering assistance southwest of their customers’ anticipations

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USAA Embraces a Cautious but Bold Path in AI Integration
AI

USAA Embraces a Cautious but Bold Path in AI Integration

The integration of AI technology into USAA’s systems over the last five years exemplifies the company’s shift towards AI-based technologies during their digital transformation journey. USAA is broadly known as an insurer for military veterans and their family members; they have made significant investments into 200 AI tools and products that span the deployment of

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Crypto Market Analysis (May 13, 2025): BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS
Cryptocurrency

Crypto Market Analysis (May 13, 2025): BTC, ETH, XRP, ALTCOINS

Crypto Heats Up: Weekly Gains Power Market Momentum The crypto market is seeing a mix of mild corrections and strong weekly gains as investors digest recent surges in major assets. Bitcoin has dipped below $104K, while Ethereum, Solana, and XRP continue to show bullish signs despite minor pullbacks. Memecoins and newer tokens like Kaspa and Ondo also remain in focus as trends shift across sectors. Bitcoin Corrects

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