What we are reading January 30, 2025

You may have missed more news about Artificial Intelligence and other stories over the week.
Why DeepSeek could mark a turning point for Silicon Valley on AI | CNN Business
Silicon Valley is coming to grips this week with the realization that creating an advanced artificial intelligence model may no longer be as specialized a task as was once believed.

Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.

Costco shareholders reject call for review of diversity programs
Costco Wholesale shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives.

The power of failure – Morning musings
failing in an age of perfection and LLM mediocrity

Trump bans refugees from entering US. But Americans’ compassion gives me hope. | Opinion
As President Trump begins his second term, I place my faith in Americans willing to extend a helping hand to refugees fleeing Afghanistan and Ukraine.

Treasury yields drop as investors look for safety after AI sell-off in stocks
U.S. Treasury yields fell on Monday as investors flocked to bonds amid a stock market selloff.

Giant Panda Cam
Watch the giant pandas at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo starting in January 2025.

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