Federal Reserve Chairman Jay Powell has shepherded the U.S. central bank through some of the most economically turbulent times in recent history with the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. While many economists give him relatively good marks for his performance, one small but important group does not: Republican presidential candidates who may decide whether he… Continue reading Fed Chair Jay Powell Becomes Focus Of GOP Presidential Contenders
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Accenture’s Brussels AI lab to focus on European public sector and health
Accenture has created an artificial intelligence (AI) lab in Brussels to develop services across Europe focused on the health, public sector and NATO as part of a $3bn AI investment announced by Accenture in June. The AI lab and innovation studio will test and evaluate potential AI and generative AI-based services for the European public sector,… Continue reading Accenture’s Brussels AI lab to focus on European public sector and health
In Georgia, cameras could sharpen the focus on Trump in the courtroom
ATLANTA — If Donald Trump is indicted in Fulton County, Georgia, it will not be the first time the former president will answer to criminal charges in a courtroom. But this time, the entire process will likely play out on live television. Unlike federal or Manhattan courts, where the former president appeared for his three… Continue reading In Georgia, cameras could sharpen the focus on Trump in the courtroom
UK government recruits panel to focus on semiconductors
The UK government has begun recruiting a panel of experts to work on boosting the semiconductor sector and growing the economy. The Semiconductor Advisory Panel’s responsibilities will include offering the government advice and feedback on how it can support companies involved in the delivery of semiconductor products and ensure critical British industries have safe… Continue reading UK government recruits panel to focus on semiconductors
Small Business Administrator Isabella Guzman touts agency’s focus on entrepreneurs
With 33.2 million small businesses accounting for almost 63% of net new job creation in the nation, the head of the Small Business Administration, who is the highest-ranking Latina in the U.S. government, says the agency’s focus has been on ensuring that newly created businesses can stay open. Isabella Casillas Guzman stepped into the position in the… Continue reading Small Business Administrator Isabella Guzman touts agency’s focus on entrepreneurs
Brittney Griner forgoes upcoming road games to focus on mental health, team says
Brittney Griner on Saturday became the latest high-profile athlete to prioritize mental health when her WNBA team announced she won’t travel for a Chicago series. The Phoenix Mercury said Griner would not be on board when the team embarks on a two-game road trip Sunday through Tuesday against the Chicago Sky. She’s opting out “to… Continue reading Brittney Griner forgoes upcoming road games to focus on mental health, team says