2024 week 47 in a nutshell

The week of November 18–23, 2024, was marked by significant developments in the technology sector. Here are the top 10 technology news stories from that week:



  1. Nvidia CEO Advocates for Global Tech Cooperation Amid U.S. Policy Changes Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, emphasized the importance of continued global collaboration in technology, despite potential stricter export controls from the incoming U.S. administration. He highlighted the tradition of scientific cooperation and the need to comply with laws while advancing technological innovations.

    Reuters

  2. Amazon Launches Black Friday Week with Major Discounts Amazon initiated its Black Friday Week, offering substantial discounts across various categories, including up to 55% off on Amazon devices and 50% off on toys and headphones. The sale runs from November 21 to 29, leading into Cyber Monday.

    New York Post

  3. Billionaire Ranks Expand, Driven by Tech Stock Surge The global billionaire count increased by 4% to 3,323 individuals, with total wealth reaching a record $12.1 trillion. This growth is largely attributed to the surge in tech stocks, particularly in North America, where the number of billionaires grew by 9.9%.

    Barron's

  4. United Airlines Extends Policy to Improve Boarding Efficiency United Airlines expanded its policy to address 'gate lice,' passengers who crowd boarding gates prematurely. The initiative aims to enhance the boarding process's efficiency and passenger experience by organizing passengers and enforcing boarding group separations.

    Thrillist

  5. China's Dominance in Solar Energy and Taiwan's AI Ambitions China continues to lead in solar energy production, while Taiwan plans to invest approximately $3 billion in AI data centers and applications over the next three years. This investment aims to enhance Taiwan's AI capabilities and promote cooperation with the U.S. and other democratic nations.

    Financial Times

  6. Posthumous Publication Warns of AI's Potential Risks "Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit," co-authored by Henry Kissinger, Eric Schmidt, and Craig Mundie, was published posthumously. The book warns about the potential risks of superhuman AI overtaking human roles and emphasizes the need for governments to implement safer design principles.

    The Times

  7. Bojangles Introduces Self-Ordering Kiosks Across All Locations Bojangles announced the implementation of self-ordering kiosks at over 800 locations, following a successful pilot program. The kiosks aim to improve operational efficiencies, reduce wait times, and enhance order accuracy. Customer reactions have been mixed, with some praising the convenience and others expressing concerns.

    The Sun

  8. UK Retailers Launch Early Black Friday Deals Retailers in the UK, including Argos, John Lewis, and Amazon, began their Black Friday sales early, offering discounts across various categories such as home, garden, fashion, beauty, and appliances. Shoppers are advised to start deal-hunting early to secure the best savings.

    The Sun

  9. Universities to Grant Academics Greater Share of Spin-Out Equity Forty-nine universities, including 44 in England, adopted new guidelines allowing academics and students to retain a larger share of equity in their commercial ventures. This reform aims to better bridge academic research and market applications, promoting economic growth and innovation.

    The Times

  10. Amazon's Early Black Friday Deals Highlight Tech Discounts Amazon's early Black Friday deals featured significant discounts on tech products, including up to 55% off Amazon devices and 50% off headphones. Shoppers are encouraged to pay attention to Amazon's dynamic pricing system to secure the best deals.

    New York Post

These developments underscore the dynamic nature of the technology sector, with significant advancements and strategic initiatives shaping the industry's future.

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