Five years ago, Spot, the robot dog, made its commercial debut, marking a significant milestone in robotics. Despite lacking concrete studies to support its claim, Spot’s widespread adoption, with over 1,500 units deployed globally, suggests it’s a leading player in its field. While not directly involved in manual labor, Spot excels at inspections, planning, and patrolling, ensuring safety and efficiency in various environments. Boston Dynamics has recently enhanced Spot’s capabilities, further increasing its value for operators. Boston Dynamics Enhances Spot Robot with New Inspection Tools and Charging Features (Boston Dynamics) One notable addition is the integration of acoustic vibration inspection…
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By Leika Kihara NAGASAKI, Japan (Reuters) -Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Asahi Noguchi said on Thursday the central bank must patiently maintain loose monetary policy as it will take time to eradicate the public’s view that prices are not set to rise much in the future. The comments from Noguchi, a known BOJ policy dove, come a day after Japan’s new prime minister said the economy was not ready for further interest rate hikes, in surprisingly blunt remarks that pushed the yen lower. With inflation exceeding the BOJ’s 2% target for more than two years and nominal wages rising,…
The Tesla Cybertruck, a highly anticipated electric vehicle, has quickly become a canvas for customization enthusiasts. Following the release of Shaquille O’Neal’s heavily modified Cybertruck, which featured a widebody kit, striking black finish, and other enhancements, the Waido Kits team has revealed their vision for the futuristic truck. Their widebody kit transforms the Cybertruck’s appearance, lowering its stance, adding dramatic fender flares, and offering a range of customizable color options, including metallic blue, gold, turquoise, or gloss black. This latest modification not only demonstrates Cybertruck’s potential as a platform for personalization and expression but also highlights the growing trend of…
Billionaire Investor Who Predicted 2000, 2008 Crashes Says Market Euphoria Will Top Soon, Warns Of ‘Black Swan Event’Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.Mark Spitznagel, co-founder of Universa Investments, believes the stock market is in a “Goldilocks phase” following the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts and China’s stimulus measures. After a crash last month, the market surged to new highs, but Spitznagel warns this euphoria won’t last in an interview with Bloomberg.He predicts a looming recession and believes the current rally is only temporary.Check It Out:Spitznagel, known for his focus on…
Personal loan terms often range from one to seven years. However, if you need a loan you can pay back quickly, such as for an unexpected expense, there are short-term loans available. Short-term personal loans are generally safer and less costly than payday loans and may still be available if you have bad credit.While short-term personal loans aren’t an official term and generally don’t have published requirements, CNBC Select rounded up the top personal loan lenders offering shorter repayment terms and easier qualification requirements. (Read more about our methodology below.)Best short-term loans for bad creditLooking to consolidate debt or make…
The Ford F-Series Super Duty has received minor updates for the 2025 model year, including the introduction of a new Platinum Plus Package. This optional package adds several luxury features to the already premium Platinum trim level. Visual enhancements include a satin-finish grille with bright chrome inserts, a Smoked Truffle interior theme, and Venetian leather perforated seating surfaces with French stitching. The Max Recline seats offer a nearly 180-degree recline and adjustable seat bottom for optimal comfort. Additionally, the upper seat back can be rotated forward for neck support. The Platinum Plus Package also includes a 2-kilowatt Pro Power Onboard…
By Kanishka Singh and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A senior adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris met American Muslim and Arab leaders on Wednesday as Harris’ presidential campaign seeks to win back voters angry at U.S. support for Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon. Harris’ national security adviser, Phil Gordan, told the community leaders in the virtual meeting that the administration supports a ceasefire in Gaza, diplomacy in Lebanon and stability in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, the vice president’s office said. Ali Dagher, a Lebanese-American attorney and community leader, said the outreach from Harris’ office was not enough. “It’s…
Dynamic and “emergent” complex systems.1 can be found everywhere from ecosystems to economies to our underlying biology. By striving to understand the way these systems work, we can make sense of the world in which we live and better prepare for future events. This approach is known as systems thinking, and it is gaining in popularity in many fields including economics, finance, and investment management. Read this blog post to learn about systems thinking and how it can be applied to sustainable investing. Systems Thinking in the Financial Markets Scholars and practitioners have described financial markets as complex adaptive systems…
The Corvette’s first factory built turbocharged V8, capable of delivering 1,064 horsepower in stock form, became legendary as soon as the C8 ZR-1 was revealed. However, the recent shift towards electrification in the automotive industry has led to the retirement of the sixth-generation Camaro and raised concerns about the future of V8 engines in the production of Corvettes. Despite these concerns, Chevrolet has surprised enthusiasts with the announcement of the new C8 Corvette ZR1, a track-oriented beast powered by an outstanding twin-turbo V8 that delivers 1,064 horsepower. The C8 ZR1’s twin-turbo V8, known as the LT7, is a remarkable engineering…
The second-generation Pontiac GTO, a departure from its predecessor with a sleeker, more curvaceous body and shorter wheelbase, offered a range of performance options. The standard engine was a 350 hp unit, but the Ram Air II package provided a significant power boost. This particular 1968 GTO, one of only 199 produced with the Ram Air II and a four speed manual, has a black exterior with distinctive features like retractable headlights, a hood mounted tachometer, and a rear wing. While the original engine has been replaced, the car retains its original interior with faux woodgrain trim, a Hurst shifter,…