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Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant future—it’s reshaping industries, economies, and societies in real-time. AI Revolution: The Dawn of a New Era by EconoTimes explores the transformative power of AI, from breakthroughs in automation and machine learning to the ethical dilemmas and regulatory challenges it brings. As businesses, governments, and individuals race to adapt, this series provides in-depth analysis on AI’s impact on jobs, finance, geopolitics, and daily life. Through expert insights and real-world case studies, we uncover the opportunities and risks of this technological shift that is redefining the world as we know it.

AI Revolution Series

Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns

May 30, 2025 12:06 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology

It is not often that cold, hard facts determine what people care most about and what they believe. Instead, it is the power and familiarity of a well-told story that reigns supreme. Whether its a heartfelt anecdote, a...

AI Revolution Series

Anxious over AI? One way to cope is by building your uniquely human skills

May 30, 2025 12:03 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology Health

We live in a time of growing anxiety and fear, where the disruptive forces of artificial intelligence (AI), automation, Big Data, virtual reality and augmented reality loom ominously over peoples lives. In a recent...

AI Revolution Series

What is AI slop? Why you are seeing more fake photos and videos in your social media feeds

May 30, 2025 12:03 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology

In May 2025, a post asking [Am I the asshole] for telling my husbands affair partners fiancé about their relationship? quickly received 6,200 upvotes and more than 900 comments on Reddit. This popularity earned the...

AI Revolution Series

Regulating AI seems like an impossible task, but ethically and economically, it’s a vital one

May 28, 2025 14:38 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology

AI has already transformed industries and the way the world works. And its development has been so rapid that it can be hard to keep up. This means that those responsible for dealing with AIs impact on issues such as...

AI Revolution Series

Canada has a chance to lead on AI policy and data governance at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit

May 28, 2025 14:38 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology Governance

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming sectors from health care to climate science. But amid the global scramble to lead this technological revolution, one truth is becoming clearer: data, its platforms and...

AI Revolution Series

Predictive policing AI is on the rise − making it accountable to the public could curb its harmful effects

May 07, 2025 10:25 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

The 2002 sci-fi thriller Minority Report depicted a dystopian future where a specialized police unit was tasked with arresting people for crimes they had not yet committed. Directed by Steven Spielberg and based on a short...

AI Revolution Series

Being honest about using AI at work makes people trust you less, research finds

May 07, 2025 10:25 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

Whether youre using AI to write cover letters, grade papers or draft ad campaigns, you might want to think twice about telling others. That simple act of disclosure can make people trust you less, our new peer-reviewed...

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Economy

South Korea’s June Exports Rebound on Tech Demand Despite U.S., China Weakness

South Koreas exports rebounded in June, rising 4.3% year-over-year to $59.80 billion, driven by solid global demand for semiconductors and electric vehicles, according to trade data released Tuesday. The uptick follows a...

Trump Slams Japan Over U.S. Rice Imports Amid Trade Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Japan on Monday for allegedly refusing to import American-grown rice, threatening to halt trade talks unless an agreement is reached. The remarks come despite U.S. Census Bureau data...

Oil Prices Dip Amid OPEC+ Output Hike Expectations and Tariff Concerns

Oil prices slipped slightly on Tuesday as markets weighed expectations of an OPEC+ production increase and mounting concerns over a global economic slowdown driven by potential U.S. tariff hikes. Brent crude futures for...

Wall Street Futures Steady After Record Highs; Eyes on Fed Cuts and Trump Tax Bill

U.S. stock futures remained mostly flat Monday night after the SP 500 and Nasdaq ended the second quarter at record highs, supported by easing trade tensions and rising expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. The SP 500...

India Draws Red Lines on Agriculture and Dairy in U.S. Trade Talks

Indias Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has identified agriculture and dairy as critical red lines in the countrys ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. In an interview with the Financial Express, published...

Politics

Trump Blames AT&T for Conference Call Glitch with Faith Leaders

U.S. President Donald Trump publicly criticized ATT (NYSE:T) on Monday after experiencing technical difficulties during a major conference call with American faith leaders. Trump claimed the wireless carrier failed to...

USAID Cuts Could Cause Over 14 Million Deaths by 2030, Lancet Warns

Deep funding cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) could result in over 14 million additional deaths by 2030, according to a new study published in The Lancet medical journal. The research...

G7 Backs Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Urges Nuclear Deal Talks with Iran

The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers voiced strong support on Monday for the recent ceasefire between Israel and Iran, calling for renewed diplomatic efforts to reach a verifiable and lasting agreement on Irans...

Lavrov Warns NATO Overspending May Lead to Collapse

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that Moscow intends to reduce its defense spending, while warning that NATOs rising military budgets could ultimately lead to the alliances downfall. Lavrovs comments...

German Foreign Minister Reaffirms Support for Ukraine Amid Intensified Russian Strikes

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv on Monday, reaffirming Berlins strong commitment to supporting Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia. His visit comes shortly after a massive Russian assault...

Science

FDA Lifts REMS Requirement for CAR-T Cell Cancer Therapies

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has removed the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) requirement for all currently approved CAR-T cell therapies, a move expected to improve patient access to these...

Neuren Pharmaceuticals Surges on U.S. Patent Win for Rare Disorder Drug

Shares of Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:NEU) jumped over 10% on Thursday after the company announced a key development in its rare disease pipeline. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has approved Neurens patent...

CDC Vaccine Review Sparks Controversy Over Thimerosal Study Citation

A presentation on thimerosal, a mercury-based vaccine preservative, set to be delivered to the CDCs advisory committee has come under scrutiny for referencing a non-existent study. The report, Thimerosal as a Vaccine...

SpaceX Starship Explodes in Texas During Test, Citing Nitrogen Tank Failure

SpaceXs Starship spacecraft exploded in a dramatic fireball during a late-night test at the companys Starbase facility in Brownsville, Texas, on June 18, 2025. The 400-foot Mars-bound rocket, a key part of Elon Musks...

NASA Astronauts Wilmore and Williams Recover After Boeing Starliner Delay

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are steadily recovering after spending nine unexpected months aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to issues with Boeings Starliner capsule. Initially intended...

Technology

Trump Says Wealthy Buyers Ready for TikTok Acquisition Amid Renewed U.S.-China Optimism

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Sunday that a group of wealthy investors is prepared to acquire TikToks American operations, just days after he extended the sale deadline for Chinese owner ByteDance. In a Fox News...

Nvidia Insiders Sell Over $1B in Shares Amid AI-Fueled Stock Surge

Nvidia insiders have sold more than $1 billion worth of company shares over the past 12 months, according to a Financial Times report. The sales come as the chipmakers valuation has skyrocketed, driven by its central role...

Nvidia Insiders Sell Over $1 Billion in Stock Amid AI-Fueled Rally

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) insiders have sold more than $1 billion worth of company stock over the past year, according to a report by the Financial Times. The surge in executive stock sales comes as Nvidias share price has...

Meta Recruits More OpenAI Researchers to Boost AI Superintelligence Ambitions

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) is accelerating its artificial intelligence development by hiring top talent from OpenAI, according to a report by The Information. The social media giant has secured agreements from four...

Singapore Delays Trial in Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling Case Tied to China

Singapores fraud case involving the alleged illegal transfer of Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) AI chips to China has been adjourned to August 22, as prosecutors request more time for document review and overseas inquiries. The case...

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