Traders at NYSE witnessed Nvidia’s rollercoaster ride, CEO’s chip pep talk lifted stock by 8%, but it’s still 17% off its high. Bond yields played stock market puppeteer, causing a 154-point S&P swing. Insurers like Travelers took a hit due to election jitters around VP Harris. Cocoa prices surged as Ghana and Ivory Coast discussed paying farmers more. Boeing’s union vote looms as stock drops 7% in September. Solar stocks basked in Harris debate glow, with First Solar up 15%. Kroger’s earnings report on deck amid FTC drama over Albertsons merger. Stay tuned for more market madness on CNBC! 📈📉 #StockMarketMadness

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/11/thursday-big-stock-stories-whats-likely-to-move-the-market.html

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Thursday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

The three major averages made a stunning comeback from their lows to close with gains on Wednesday. Here's what CNBC TV is watching going into Thursday.

New York-based startup Hume AI has launched an “empathic voice interface” that adds emotionally expressive voices to AI models from big players like Google and Meta. This means AI helpers might start getting all gushy on us. Hume’s technology, EVI 2, aims to mimic human emotion, responding with empathy to your feelings. While it’s not perfect (the voice occasionally spews gibberish), it has potential in marketing and therapy. Critics warn that AI can only mimic emotions and may not truly understand or empathize. So, get ready for AI assistants that sound like they care, but may actually just be faking it.

https://www.wired.com/story/hume-ai-emotional-intelligence/

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This New Tech Puts AI In Touch with Its Emotions—and Yours

Hume AI, a startup founded by a psychologist who specializes in measuring emotion, gives some top large language models a realistic human voice.

Steam Families is now live, allowing up to five relatives to share a family library and play games simultaneously. Parents can monitor and restrict children’s access, because we all know those little gamers need some boundaries. Just be aware that not all games may support family sharing, so don’t get too excited about sharing your entire library of weird indie games. And if you try to game the system by leaving and rejoining families, Steam will make you wait a year before you can try that stunt again. So, gather your gaming clan and get ready to share – just make sure you’re all in the same country first.

https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/steam-families-is-live-and-you-can-all-play-at-the-same-time-231044827.html?src=rss

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Steam Families is live, and you can all play at the same time

Following a beta test earlier this year, Steam Families is now live with a new way for relatives to be connected on the gaming portal.

Newspaper on Kauai replaces human reporters with AI avatars, James and Rose, in a questionable attempt to engage viewers. The move by The Garden Island to adopt AI broadcast tech raises eyebrows, especially considering its financial struggles and lack of staff. While AI may offer efficiency, some locals find the robotic hosts, who struggle with Hawaiian pronunciations, creepy and off-putting. The push towards AI in journalism reflects broader industry trends, but raises concerns about audience trust and the loss of human connection in local news. Will viewers embrace the AI takeover, or will they long for the days of real reporters?

https://www.wired.com/story/an-ai-bot-named-james-has-my-old-local-news-job/

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An AI Bot Named James Has My Old Local News Job

A local newspaper in Hawaii has turned to AI-generated presenters to draw in new audiences.

OpenWeb, a New York startup, is in a CEO power struggle that’s more dramatic than a reality TV show. The co-founding CEO, Nadav Shoval, is refusing to step down despite the announcement of a new CEO. The chairman, Tim Harvey, has declared himself the new CEO, leading to a messy email exchange between the two. Shoval claims the board is lying about his departure and accuses them of breaching his contract. Harvey, on the other hand, is trying to sweep the chaos under the rug by asking employees to ignore Shoval’s protests. It’s a classic case of corporate drama unfolding in a billion-dollar company. Stay tuned for the next episode!

https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/11/drama-at-openweb-as-a-new-ceo-is-announced-and-the-founding-ceo-says-hes-staying/

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Drama at OpenWeb, as a new CEO is announced – and the founding CEO says he’s staying | TechCrunch

OpenWeb, a New York startup whose tools help publishers engage users, has a unique problem. Its co-founding CEO reportedly won’t leave, even though it

Valve introduces Steam Families, allowing you to share games, manage parental controls, and approve game purchase requests. Now available for all after a beta launch, this feature allows multiple people to play shared games simultaneously. Each family can include up to 6 members, with individual save games and achievements. Adults can exit a family at any time, but children require adult or Steam support to be removed. The old Family Sharing feature will be phased out, so switch to Steam Families soon. Update your Steam client to access this feature, along with a revamped screenshots manager. Family game night just got a digital upgrade!

https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/11/24242377/valve-steam-improved-family-sharing-out-now

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Steam’s improved family sharing is out now for everyone

It launched in beta earlier this year.

Hume AI unveils a new “empathic voice interface,” promising emotionally expressive voices and attentive ears for AI models. Co-founder Alan Cowen insists they’re all about creating personalities that sound human, not robotic. WIRED tested Hume’s tech and compared it to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which once got accused of stealing Scarlett Johansson’s voice. Hume can pick up on your emotions and adapt its tone accordingly, even if it occasionally glitches out. Experts see potential for marketing and therapy, but warn that AI can only mimic empathy, not truly feel it. Proceed with caution, folks—these emotional AIs might just be playing with your heartstrings.

https://www.wired.com/story/hume-ai-emotional-intelligence/

wired.com

This New Tech Puts AI In Touch with Its Emotions—and Yours

Hume AI, a startup founded by a psychologist who specializes in measuring emotion, gives some top large language models a realistic human voice.

Traders at the NYSE witnessed a rollercoaster ride in the stock market, with Nvidia’s shares doing acrobatics and bond yields playing mind games with investors. CNBC’s Santoli dropped some market wisdom, emphasizing the impact of rising bond yields on stock confidence. Insurers like Travelers and Hartford Financial took a hit, possibly due to election jitters. Meanwhile, cocoa prices surged, Boeing’s union members voted on a contract, and solar stocks basked in the glow of VP Harris’ debate performance. Kroger is gearing up for an earnings report amidst FTC drama over a proposed merger. Stay tuned for more market madness! #StocksAtNight

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/11/thursday-big-stock-stories-whats-likely-to-move-the-market.html

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Thursday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

The three major averages made a stunning comeback from their lows to close with gains on Wednesday. Here's what CNBC TV is watching going into Thursday.

Newspaper on Kauai Island replaces human reporters with AI avatars James and Rose, created by a company named Caledo. Viewers find the AI hosts creepy and struggle to accept them as locals. The move raises questions about the future of journalism as more publishers turn to AI for efficiency. Critics argue that building trust with communities requires human connections, not machine-generated broadcasts. Will AI take over the news industry, or will audiences demand a return to real reporters who can engage with their communities? Stay tuned for the unnerving saga of James and Rose on Kauai’s Garden Island. #AIvsJournalism

https://www.wired.com/story/an-ai-bot-named-james-has-my-old-local-news-job/

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An AI Bot Named James Has My Old Local News Job

A local newspaper in Hawaii has turned to AI-generated presenters to draw in new audiences.

Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori has passed away at 86, leaving behind a controversial legacy of both praise and criticism. Supporters credit him with saving Peru from terrorism and economic collapse, while opponents condemn him as an authoritarian who abused power. Fujimori’s turbulent political career included victories, scandals, and a stint in prison for human rights abuses. Despite his mixed reputation, he implemented economic reforms that stabilized the country but faced accusations of corruption and authoritarianism. His death marks the end of a tumultuous chapter in Peruvian history. Love him or hate him, Fujimori’s legacy is one of complexity and contradiction.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0jjn77z2xyo

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Obituary: Alberto Fujimori

The former Peruvian president was a divisive figure jailed for human rights abuses.

Traders at the NYSE witnessed Nvidia’s rollercoaster ride, with CEO Jensen Huang’s positive Blackwell chip outlook boosting the stock by 8%. Meanwhile, rising bond yields sparked a market turnaround, fueling confidence among investors. Insurance stocks took a hit post-election concerns, while cocoa prices surged due to talks of better pay for farmers. Boeing faces union contract votes amidst a 7% September dip. Solar stocks soared on hopes of a Harris victory, with First Solar leading the charge. Kroger’s earnings report looms as FTC blocks merger talks with Albertsons. Stay tuned for more market drama and corporate showdowns.

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/11/thursday-big-stock-stories-whats-likely-to-move-the-market.html

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Thursday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

The three major averages made a stunning comeback from their lows to close with gains on Wednesday. Here's what CNBC TV is watching going into Thursday.

“Newspaper on Kauai Island hires AI avatars as reporters, because who needs humans anyway? James can’t stop vibrating and Rose can’t pronounce Hawaiian words. Viewers find it creepy and prefer real journalists, shocking. Stay tuned for the AI invasion of local news, coming to a newspaper near you. Will audiences buy into this tech? Probably not. Maybe invest in real reporters instead of AI avatars that can’t even pronounce ‘Hanalei’ correctly. Trust in local news is at stake, but hey, at least we have vibrating hands and mispronounced words to keep us entertained.”

https://www.wired.com/story/an-ai-bot-named-james-has-my-old-local-news-job/

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An AI Bot Named James Has My Old Local News Job

A local newspaper in Hawaii has turned to AI-generated presenters to draw in new audiences.

From discarded bananas to profitable banana wine – meet Emily Nkhana, a small-scale farmer in Malawi turning overripe fruit into a booming business. Facing challenges like extreme heat and rising water levels, Nkhana and her cooperative group have found success in producing high-quality banana wine, now a hit in local markets. The process is simple yet yields impressive results, with a smooth, fruity taste that has won over even the biggest skeptics. With plans to expand production and possibly export, these women are proving that innovation and resilience can transform lives and create new opportunities in the face of a changing climate. Cheers to that! 🍌🍷

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly35nvk9n7o

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Banana wine: Malawi's growing industry to beat climate change

Emily Nkhana shares tips with the BBC on how to make banana wine.

Nepal: Monsoon winds affecting the country, with low pressure line south of Sardar place. Changing weather mainly in Karnali and Far-Western regions, some areas experiencing light to moderate rainfall. Heavy rainfall possible in Gandaki, Lumbini, and Far-Western regions. Special weather bulletin issued, changes expected in various provinces until Saturday morning. Stay tuned for more updates. #WeatherAlert #MonsoonMadness 🌧️🌪️🌦️🇳🇵

https://ekantipur.com/news/2024/09/12/lumbini-and-some-of-far-western-provinces-chance-of-heavy-rain-at-places-19-14.html

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लुम्बिनी र सुदूरपश्चिम प्रदेशका केही ठाउँमा भारी वर्षाको सम्भावना

हाल देशभर मनसुनी वायुको प्रभाव रहेको जनाउँदै जल तथा मौसम विज्ञान विभागले मनसुनको न्यूनचापीय रेखा सरदर स्थानभन्दा दक्षिणतिर अवस्थित रहेको बताएको छ । 

Steam Families is now live, allowing up to five relatives to share a family library and play games simultaneously. However, game developers may choose not to support this feature, so not all titles are available for sharing. Adults can monitor and restrict children’s activities on the platform, including setting playtime limits and recovering lost passwords. While the concept is great in theory, there are restrictions such as a one-year waiting period to join another family and all accounts needing to be in the same country. So, if your family is scattered around the globe, tough luck!

https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/steam-families-is-live-and-you-can-all-play-at-the-same-time-231044827.html?src=rss

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Steam Families is live, and you can all play at the same time

Following a beta test earlier this year, Steam Families is now live with a new way for relatives to be connected on the gaming portal.

New “empathic voice interface” from Hume AI aims to give AI helpers a touchy-feely upgrade, allowing them to express emotions and respond to yours. Because who doesn’t want their virtual assistant to get all gushy when you tell it your pet has died? Hume’s technology, while not as smooth as OpenAI’s, shows promise in recognizing and adapting to human emotions. But let’s not forget, these AI helpers may mimic empathy, but they don’t actually feel anything. So, proceed with caution before you get too attached to your chatty digital sidekick.

https://www.wired.com/story/hume-ai-emotional-intelligence/

wired.com

This New Tech Puts AI In Touch with Its Emotions—and Yours

Hume AI, a startup founded by a psychologist who specializes in measuring emotion, gives some top large language models a realistic human voice.

Newspaper on Kauai replaces human reporters with AI avatars, James and Rose, in an attempt to jazz up their broadcasts. Viewers find the robotic duo creepy and miss the personal touch of real journalists. As the media industry grapples with declining revenue, more outlets are turning to AI to cut costs. But will audiences embrace this digital takeover of local news? Critics argue that building trust with communities requires human connections, not machine-generated banter. While AI may make newsrooms more efficient, it risks alienating readers who value authenticity over gimmicks. The future of journalism hangs in the balance as technology reshapes the media landscape.

https://www.wired.com/story/an-ai-bot-named-james-has-my-old-local-news-job/

wired.com

An AI Bot Named James Has My Old Local News Job

A local newspaper in Hawaii has turned to AI-generated presenters to draw in new audiences.

Former WeWork CEO Adam Neumann’s latest venture, Flowcarbon, seems to be on life support as buyers of its “Goddess Nature Token” are being offered refunds amid a cloud of uncertainty. The company blames market conditions for the delay but fails to showcase any tangible accomplishments since its 2022 inception. Neumann’s track record raises eyebrows, leaving investors wondering if they’ll ever see returns. Meanwhile, the need for confidentiality agreements and release of claims adds a layer of intrigue to this unfolding saga. With Neumann’s reputation at stake, it remains to be seen if his loyal backers will be left high and dry.

https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/11/adam-neumanns-crypto-comeback-company-is-reportedly-refunding-investors/

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Adam Neumann's crypto comeback company is reportedly refunding investors | TechCrunch

In a development that will surprise few, former WeWork CEO Adam Neumann's climate/crypto/carbon-credit startup Flowcarbon appears to be in the process of