Is AI coming for your job? A closer look at displacement, history, and the hiring outlook
November 4, 2025, 5:38 AM EST. Is AI coming for your job? As the job market cools, firms cite AI as a driver of layoffs and slower hiring. Amazon announced a 14,000-position cut tied to expanding generative AI. Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the trend merits watchful policymaking. Historically, the U.S. has moved from agrarian to industrial to a digital economy, a transformation many say is underway again. Brookings' Darrell West warns of broad disruption, while industry signals are mixed: AI is affecting software development and other white-collar work, with anecdotes from leaders at Klarna and Ford cited. Max Leaming of ManpowerGroup notes early AI impact on technical tasks; OpenAI's internal Project Mercury reportedly trains AI for financial modeling. Permanent displacement remains uncertain, but the possibility would be a historical first.
Florida Doubleheader: SpaceX Falcon 9 Liftoff Window Nov 5, 2025 from Cape Canaveral
November 4, 2025, 5:36 AM EST. Two nighttime launches are possible over Florida's Space Coast on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The SpaceX Falcon 9 will launch a Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station with a launch window of 6:08 p.m. to 10:08 p.m. ET. Later, ULA's Atlas V could follow with a Viasat Ka-band mission. Weather and cloud cover will affect visibility, with sightings possible from parts of the Space Coast as far north as Jacksonville Beach and as far south as Vero Beach or West Palm Beach. Live coverage from USA TODAY Network's Space Team begins about 90 minutes before liftoff. Check floridatoday.com/space for updates and streaming options.
Why clinics are turning to AI to screen for tuberculosis
November 4, 2025, 5:28 AM EST. AI-powered screening tools are helping health clinics identify tuberculosis faster, especially in remote and conflict-affected regions where traditional tests are hard to deploy. By analyzing chest X-rays, patient data, and symptom patterns, these systems flag high-risk cases for follow-up, enabling earlier treatment and reduced transmission. Deployments combine lightweight mobile diagnostics with cloud-based models, letting clinicians triage patients in settings with limited lab capacity or few trained radiologists. While accuracy and data privacy remain concerns, many programs report improved screening throughput and case detection, showing how AI can augment frontline health work without replacing human expertise.
Norway's sovereign wealth fund to vote against $1tn Tesla pay package for Elon Musk
November 4, 2025, 5:26 AM EST. Norway's sovereign wealth fund says it will vote against Tesla CEO Elon Musk's proposed $1 trillion pay package, citing concerns over the deal's size, potential dilution and key-person risk. Norges Bank, the fund's manager, praised Musk's value creation but warned the incentive could create governance risks and called for continued dialogue with Tesla. The vote comes ahead of the annual shareholder meeting, with the package potentially pushing Musk's stake from ~16% to over 25% if targets are met and value grows toward trillions. Glass Lewis and ISS have recommended rejection, and some pension funds also oppose. Musk has previously faced a rejected $56bn package; last year a Delaware court blocked parts of it. Musk has quipped about Tesla's market position on X.
The EV Battery Tech That's Worth the Hype, According to Experts
November 4, 2025, 5:22 AM EST. Experts say the most impactful EV battery advances will still hinge on lithium-ion chemistry, even as other chemistries surface. Among practical upgrades, Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) uses iron and phosphate, cutting cost and improving stability with slower degradation, and it's expanding from China to Europe and the US. But changing a cell chemistry isn't a magic fix: automakers must rework battery packs, pass safety standards, and endure long production lead times-often 10 years or more-for new ideas to reach roads. Analysts like Pranav Jaswani and Evelina Stoikou stress that breakthroughs must be economically viable, not just technically feasible. In short, meaningful gains come from scalable execution over hype.
Fortune: AI race intensifies as energy subsidies and cloud deals reshape the data-center battleground
November 4, 2025, 4:54 AM EST. China has stepped up energy subsidies for its largest data centers to bolster its AI race, potentially cutting electricity bills by up to half and helping homegrown chips from Huawei and Cambricon compete with Nvidia. Data centers using foreign chips aren't eligible for the discounts. The US is countering with state tax breaks to lure new data centers and a push to preserve clean energy incentives. In cloud news, OpenAI and AWS struck a $38 billion seven-year deal to tap AWS capacity for AI training and ChatGPT processing, underscoring AWS's central role as it competes with Microsoft and Google. Palantir posted record results, while Anthropic expands with a multibillion-dollar cloud campus.
Satellites Capture Iran's Shadow Fleet Transferring Oil in the South China Sea
November 4, 2025, 4:52 AM EST. New satellite imagery shows at least five tankers conducting ship-to-ship transfers off Malaysia's coast in the South China Sea, with oil moving from Iran to China. OSINT analysts say most shipments involve Iran-origin crude headed toward Chinese refiners. The finding comes as the U.S. tightens sanctions on Iran's covert oil network, including OFAC-targeted shadow-fleet vessels and related facilities. Beijing has leaned on Iranian, Russian, and Venezuelan crude routed outside Western shipping and insurance routes. The report highlights a broader push by Washington to curb sanctioned crude, while Iran denies wrongdoing and Malaysia warns that offshore transshipment remains hard to curb due to limited maritime resources.
Researchers uncover security gap in satellite communications
November 4, 2025, 4:50 AM EST. Researchers studying satellite communications accidentally intercepted phone calls, texts, and other sensitive data, using only a roof-mounted satellite dish. The incident reveals a notable security gap in space-based links and highlights how easily unencrypted or poorly protected traffic can be exposed. The team demonstrated that with modest equipment, sensitive communications could be intercepted, prompting calls for stronger encryption, robust authentication, and improved satellite-link security. Analysts warn telecom operators and researchers to reassess privacy protections and the risk models for satellite networks as space-based communications play an increasingly central role.
DJI Mini 5 Pro review: a powerful upgrade that barely stays under 250 g
November 4, 2025, 4:32 AM EST. DJI's Mini 5 Pro is a meaningful upgrade over the Mini 4 Pro, moving from a 1/1.3 sensor to a 1-inch CMOS sensor with 50 MP stills and improved low-light and dynamic range. It adds new obstacle-sensing hardware including front-facing LiDAR, plus upgraded motors and aerodynamics for better wind resistance. Video highlights include 4K/120 fps, FHD up to 240 fps, and a 225° gimbal roll for true vertical shooting and the new Med-Tele crop mode. Weight debates center on its official 249.9 g claim vs regulatory limits, with EU tolerances of ±3%. Availability and pricing vary: UK from £689 (base) and Fly More around £979; Europe ~€799 base; AU$1,119 base; US launch timing unclear. Is it worth upgrading or waiting for Mini 4 Pro deals? Hobbyists' best choice depends on weight rules and budget.
AWS and OpenAI Sign $38 Billion Infrastructure Deal to Power AI Workloads
November 4, 2025, 4:06 AM EST. Amazon Web Services (AWS) and OpenAI have signed a multi-year, $38 billion deal to underpin OpenAI's AI workloads with AWS infrastructure. The pact, set for seven years with potential expansion into 2027, gives OpenAI access to hundreds of thousands of Nvidia GPUs and scalable CPU capacity, enabling both ChatGPT inference and future model training. AWS will deploy Nvidia GB200 and GB300 GPUs via EC2 UltraServers on a unified network designed for low-latency cross-system communication. The collaboration builds on OpenAI's models on Amazon Bedrock and will see target capacity in place before end-2026. Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, says the partnership strengthens the compute ecosystem powering the next era of AI. Matt Garman, AWS CEO, emphasizes AWS's best-in-class infrastructure as a backbone for OpenAI's AI ambitions.
Cohere's Chief AI Officer Warns AI Agents Pose Major Security Risks
November 4, 2025, 4:04 AM EST. At the helm of Cohere, the Chief AI Officer warns that deploying AI agents introduces notable security risks-from data leakage to prompt manipulation and model exploitation. The remarks underscore the need for robust privacy controls, secure authentication, and ongoing risk assessment as organizations scale autonomous tools. Cohere suggests industry standards and practical safeguards to balance productivity gains with responsible AI deployment.
The Rise Of Industrial AI: From Words To Watts
November 4, 2025, 3:50 AM EST. Industrial AI sits at the nexus of climate strategy and energy demand. While AI can optimize grids, factories, and water systems, data-center power use-driven by training and inference-could double by 2030, and global water use may surge. Yet breakthroughs are within reach: UNESCO-UCL finds smarter model design could cut AI energy use by up to 90%. The question is what kind of AI we build. The fast-growing frontier is industrial AI, blending AI, IoT, and semantic digital twins to cut emissions and boost efficiency in factories, grids, transport hubs, and water systems-often returning investment in months. The market was $4.35B in 2024 and could rise fortyfold by 2034. As Nick Tune notes, semantic data models add context, turning data into live, actionable intelligence.
Tanzania Restores Internet After Six-Day Shutdown Amid Protests and Death Toll Claims
November 4, 2025, 3:48 AM EST. Tanzania's government warned people not to share photos or videos that could cause panic as the internet slowly returns after a six-day shutdown during deadly protests linked to the election. Text messages warned that sharing content that could demean life or provoke panic could invite "treason charges." Authorities faced conflicting claims about the death toll, with officials and rights groups citing hundreds or more; the government pledged accountability and urged a return to normalcy. Human Rights Watch called for full restoration of connectivity and criticized the crackdown on protesters. By Tuesday, life began to normalize in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma as gas stations, shops, and public transport reopened and workers were asked back to duty, highlighting ongoing tensions between security, information access, and civil rights.
Doorbuster deal: Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus drops to $479.99 with Pen Pro and keyboard included
November 4, 2025, 3:32 AM EST. Lenovo is offering a dramatic discount on its Yoga Tab Plus, slashing the price from $769.99 to $479.99 (about 38% off). The 12.7-inch tablet packs a 256GB SSD, 16GB RAM, and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, plus a 144Hz LTPS display and a 10,200mAh battery with 45W charging. It also includes a Harman Kardon quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos, and front/rear 13MP cameras. The deal adds a Lenovo Tab Pen Pro and a keyboard stand, turning it into a versatile productivity device without the high price of premium rivals. Availability seems like a limited-time doorbuster rather than a long-running sale.
Google, Perplexity Tie Up with Indian Telcos to Expand Gemini AI Access in India
November 4, 2025, 3:20 AM EST.Google and Perplexity are tying up with India's telecom giants to offer free access to the Gemini AI model as they race to win over the country's billion internet users. Google will provide access to the advanced version of Gemini AI to subscribers of Reliance Jio's unlimited 5G service, initially for users aged 18-25. The collaboration signals a broader push by AI leaders to accelerate adoption in India, with potential implications for pricing, accessibility, and how everyday mobile users interact with advanced tools as the market scales.
How Apple's Market Power Blocked ICEBlock: The Indicator from Planet Money
November 4, 2025, 3:16 AM EST. Apple's App Store decision to pull ICEBlock after a government request illustrates how platform power can curb crowd-sourced safety tools. The Indicator from Planet Money traces how the Trump administration's push, amid a broader legal fight over Fortnite, tests whether big tech can police third-party apps that expose law enforcement activity. Critics say gatekeeping protects officer safety but raises concerns about censorship and competitive influence. By removing ICEBlock, Apple signals that policy demands can shape which apps reach users, showing how regulatory pressure can reshape app ecosystems. The episode connects app store governance, regulatory dynamics, and the balance between creators, platforms, and law enforcement.
GM Lays Off Workers at New Carlisle EV Battery Plant Amid Tax Credit Slowdown
November 4, 2025, 3:00 AM EST. General Motors has laid off an unspecified number of workers at its $3.5 billion EV battery plant under construction in New Carlisle, Indiana. A spokesperson for the construction contractor confirmed layoffs but did not provide figures. Industry analysts point to the diminished impact of federal EV tax credits as a factor slowing rollout nationwide. GM says construction remains on track and that it is developing a new type of EV battery designed for improved efficiency. The facility is slated to open by the end of 2027 and is expected to play a key role in GM's long-term electric vehicle strategy, with thousands of jobs anticipated once fully operational.
Suunto Vertical 2: Rugged smartwatch with free offline maps and ample storage
November 4, 2025, 2:46 AM EST. Review highlights: The Suunto Vertical 2 is a rugged outdoor smartwatch with a bright AMOLED display, 100m water resistance, and long battery life. It supports free offline maps and generous onboard storage (28GB total; a Washington state map runs about 1.47GB). At $699, it undercuts the Garmin Fenix 8, which starts at $999. The guide shows how to unlock and use offline maps in eight steps: open the Suunto app, tap the map icon, choose Download offline maps, search or pick a map, start the download, and wait for completion. Then create a route and sync to the watch to navigate with or without workout tracking. The process works across Suunto models, and you can grab maps for places like Washington state offline.
Apple Watch SE 3 review: the affordable iPhone smartwatch with essential upgrades
November 4, 2025, 2:14 AM EST. Apple's entry-level Watch SE 3 brings most of the Series 11's core upgrades at a far friendlier price. It adds an always-on display, keeps the familiar 2020-era design, and runs the same S10 chip with the same responsive gesture controls and watchOS 26 features. The price starts around £219/€269/$249/A$399, swinging most rivals off the perch while undercutting the Series 11 and Ultra 3. Battery life sits around a day and a half in normal use, with about seven hours of GPS running; full recharge in ~1 hour. Key omissions include ECG, SpO2, and hypertension monitoring due to the back-sensor removal, though it retains a strong optical HR sensor, skin-temperature sensing, and a wide app/watch faces ecosystem. Overall, a solid bargain for iPhone users.
Norfolk County Council uses AI to flag people at risk of falling
November 4, 2025, 1:56 AM EST. Norfolk County Council has rolled out an AI system across the county to flag residents at risk of falling after a successful pilot. The approach analyzes 12,000 care records to prioritise those most in danger, with high-risk individuals contacted by social workers who review care plans and install grab rails and ramps where needed. The council says it has saved money and improved wellbeing, and the project involved NHS partners and community organisations. In the pilot, 1,250 residents were evaluated and a couple highlighted the benefits of the support. Officials cite evidence that reducing falls lowers social care needs, while the authority plans substantial future funding for adult social care, and emphasizes a safe, ethical and transparent AI approach.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Price Cut on Flipkart: Rs 1,03,999, Extra Rs 4,000 with Axis Card, Up to Rs 60,200 Exchange
November 4, 2025, 1:14 AM EST. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra gets a big price cut on Flipkart, slashing from Rs 1,29,999 to Rs 1,03,999. An extra Rs 4,000 off is available with the Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card, bringing the effective price to about Rs 1,00,000. There's also an exchange bonus of up to Rs 60,200, depending on your trade-in. Specifications remain impressive: a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, and a 5000 mAh battery with 45W charging. The camera setup features a 200MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide, a 50MP periscope with 3x optical zoom, and a 12MP selfie shooter. Color options include Titanium Silver/Blue, Titanium Black, Titanium White/Silver, and Titanium Grey.
Asia's AI Boom Triggers Growth Bets and Bubble Fears in Markets
November 4, 2025, 1:12 AM EST. Asian markets are pricing in a rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and related tech bets, but analysts warn a speculative surge could inflate valuations beyond fundamentals. With heavy investor exposure to AI stocks, unicorns, and AI-enabled growth narratives, a slowdown in demand, tighter regulation, or delayed AI deployment could trigger painful price corrections. Bulls point to sustained AI spending, cloud infrastructure growth, and semiconductor demand as supports for earnings, while bears caution that enthusiasm may outpace profitability. The debate highlights potential bubble risks, the need for prudent risk management, diversified portfolios, and close monitoring of policy developments and capital inflows shaping the AI ecosystem.
VC founder: AI isn't a bubble – founders must think globally, says Antler CEO
November 4, 2025, 12:56 AM EST. Antler CEO Magnus Grimeland argues that AI is not in a bubble, but its growth depends on founders thinking globally. Speaking at SWITCH in Singapore, he explains why he bets on great teams over trends and how Asia will drive AI development. Since establishing HQ in Singapore in 2018, Antler has invested in more than 1,300 startups, underscoring a bias toward scalable teams rather than hype. Grimeland contrasts today's AI hype with the dotcom era, noting structural differences and vast global opportunities ahead. The CNBC Beyond the Valley conversation with Arjun Kharpal highlights the need for startups to expand beyond regional focus to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Best Early Black Friday Apple Watch Deals 2025: Save on SE 3, Ultra 3, and More
November 4, 2025, 12:06 AM EST. Gear up for early Black Friday savings on the latest Apple Watch models. The Apple Watch SE 3 is seeing about $49 discounts across major retailers, with the 40mm GPS at $199.99 and the 44mm GPS at $229.99 (Starlight Aluminum only in many listings). The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is on sale from $699.99 for the Black Titanium with the Black Ocean Band and $799.99 for a Milanese Loop option, both about $99 off. There are smaller markdowns on the Apple Watch Series 11 titanium variants. Check the dedicated Black Friday Roundup for the latest deals and sign up for the Deals Newsletter to stay updated.
Infleqtion to Go Public via SPAC, Promoting Neutral-Atom Quantum Tech Leader
November 4, 2025, 12:04 AM EST. Infleqtion is targeting a late-2025/early-2026 public listing via a reverse merger with SPAC Churchill Capital Corp X. The Colorado-based quantum company brands itself as a neutral-atom quantum technology leader and holds over 230 issued or pending patents. Its products are already in use by major customers, including Nvidia, the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, and the U.K. government, helping sustain liquidity through quantum-sensing sales. While Alphabet/Google, IBM, and Microsoft are often cited as quantum leaders, Infleqtion aims to compete as a dedicated quantum pure-play. The tech relies on trapped neutral atoms-using laser beams and reportedly offering room-temperature operation without cryogenics-potentially reducing complexity versus other approaches. The SPAC route reflects rising investor interest in quantum startups alongside broader AI enablement.
Amazon Canada's Early Black Friday Deals: 50 Best Savings on AirPods, 4K TVs, Home Essentials
November 4, 2025, 12:02 AM EST. Amazon Canada has kicked off early Black Friday savings with 50 deals across tech, home, and gifts, with prices starting as low as $8. The round-up features popular picks like Apple AirPods, new 4K TVs, and a range of kitchen gadgets, decor, and home essentials. Whether you're shopping for holiday gifts or hunting for standout discounts, these early promos let you lock in steals before the official rush. Highlights include discounts on AirPods, smartwatches, Bluetooth speakers, vacuum cleaners, and more, plus festive decor to deck the halls. Shop now to beat the crowd and compare prices as deals roll out across categories.
Galaxy Watch One UI 8 Watch triggers excessive stress alerts; how to disable
November 4, 2025, 12:00 AM EST. Samsung's One UI 8 Watch update is prompting unusually high stress alerts on Galaxy Watch models like the Galaxy Watch 7, Watch 8, and Ultra. Users report alerts while they are not stressed, suggesting the update may have tweaked the stress detection algorithm or sensitivity. The issue follows a separate report of abnormally high sleep scores for some users, signaling broader health-tracking glitches. Samsung Health app users can mitigate the problem by turning off High stress alerts or switching to Measure only to disable automatic stress management. Samsung hasn't confirmed a fix yet, but the company is likely tracking user reports for a future update. If the alerts are stressing you out, follow the steps above to disable them.
