5 d. ago The circular money problem at the heart of AI’s biggest deals

SoftBank and OpenAI announced a new 50-50 joint venture this week to sell enterprise AI tools in Japan under the brand “Crystal Intelligence.” On paper, it’s a straightforward international expansion deal. But SoftBank’s role as a major investor in OpenAI is raising questions about whether AI’s biggest deals are creating real economic value or just moving money in circles.  […]

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2 w. ago 27 U.S. cities and areas apply to host games at 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup

27 U.S. cities and areas apply to host games at 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup  The New York Times

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3 w. ago NFL hits Giants with hefty fines for concussion protocol violation during Eagles game

The NFL and NFLPA announced in a joint statement that the New York Giants, head coach Brian Daboll, and running back Cam Skattebo were fined for violating the concussion protocol.

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3 w. ago US announces joint bid to host ‘largest Women’s World Cup’ ever in 2031

US announces joint bid to host ‘largest Women’s World Cup’ ever in 2031  nypost.com

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3 w. ago United States, Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica announce joint 2031 Women’s World Cup bid

United States, Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica announce joint 2031 Women’s World Cup bid  The New York Times

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3 w. ago United States, Mexico, Jamaica, Costa Rica officially announce joint 2031 Women’s World Cup bid

United States, Mexico, Jamaica, Costa Rica officially announce joint 2031 Women’s World Cup bid  Stars and Stripes FC

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