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Why is everything getting so expensive? -Vox

April 13, 2023
 

Right now, inflation is inescapable. At the grocery store, the gas station, and in almost every country in the world, people are paying more — way more — than they did just a couple of years ago for everything. In this video, we explore three explanation

Why AI doesn't speak every language -Vox

April 12, 2023
 

Large language models are astonishingly good at understanding and producing language. But there’s an often overlooked bias toward languages that are already well-represented on the internet.

Why ‘Maximum Employment’ Feels Impossible In The U.S. -CNBC

April 11, 2023
 

The Federal Reserve has a dual mandate to both promote maximum employment and keep prices stable. Yet, the central bank cannot influence employment directly and it is notoriously hard to measure.

How Retired Planes Are Stripped For Parts -CNBC

April 08, 2023
 

When airplanes are retired, many of them end up stripped for parts that are worth millions of dollars. Almost every component from engines to landing gear.

Why AI art struggles with hands -Vox

April 07, 2023
 

Hands drawn by robots … often just don’t look right. Why is that, and what will it take to get better? Producer Phil Edwards is exploring five different aspects of AI that help explain everything from large language models to unusual training data.

Aircraft Close Calls, Explained: How Air Traffic Control Prevents Collisions | WSJ Travel Guides

April 05, 2023
 

Aircraft close calls have been rising, prompting safety concerns. The FAA has confirmed six serious runway incursions just this year, including one at JFK Airport in New York and another in Austin, Texas.

Why Do U.S. Banks Keep Failing? -CNBC

April 04, 2023
 

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank and Credit Suisse were a harsh reminder of how quickly a trusted institution could fail, putting billions of dollars at risk. Over 550 banks have collapsed since 2001, according to the FDIC.

How 3,200 Airplane Meals Are Made for Delta in a Day | WSJ Travel Guides

April 01, 2023
 

Delta Airline’s largest hub is located in Atlanta, Georgia. WSJ visited Delta’s domestic kitchen – one of the largest facilities they own – to see how they make thousands of first-class airline meals on an average day.

How Crypto Companies Like Coinbase And Binance Make Money In 2023 -CNBC

March 31, 2023
 

Crypto companies have had a rough year. Coming off the collapse of FTX, and now digital asset-focused banks Silvergate and Signature, the once red-hot industry remains in a crypto winter.

Why Tipping Is So Out Of Control In The U.S. -CNBC

March 30, 2023
 

Tipping in the United States is on the rise and experts are calling it tipflation. In the fourth quarter of 2022, the number of tips provided at full-service restaurants grew by 17% from the fourth quarter of 2021.

Apple vs. Banks: The Digital-Wallet War, Explained | WSJ

March 29, 2023
 

Digital wallets like Apple Pay are continuing to grow in popularity. Banks are worried they’re losing ground to tech companies eager to gain market share in consumer payments.

Why China's population is shrinking -Vox

March 28, 2023
 

For the first time in six decades, China’s population is shrinking, and it’s predicted it could create a demographic crisis. That’s because China isn’t just shrinking, it’s also aging.

How Old, Nasty Airplane Seats Are Given A Second Life -CNBC

March 25, 2023
 

A commercial plane typically flies multiple times a day, thousands of times a year, for several years before updating the interior.

The SVB Collapse Fallout: Stock Selloffs, Inflation Challenges and More | WSJ

March 21, 2023
 

Silicon Valley Bank’s swift collapse prompted regulators to implement a series of emergency measures to stem the fallout and shore up wavering confidence in the banking system.

Did Silicon Valley Bank Start a Banking Crisis? -CNBC

March 17, 2023
 

Silicon Valley Bank is no more. The question now, though, is whether the collapse of this tech-friendly regional bank is the start of something more serious — or just what happens when higher interest rates give companies less room for error.

The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse, Explained | WSJ

March 15, 2023
 

The abrupt collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history, happened after a run on deposits doomed the tech-focused lender’s plans to raise fresh capital.

The Fed’s 2% Inflation Target, Explained | WSJ

March 14, 2023
 

Inflation is slowly easing, but it’s still far from the Fed’s 2% goal. WSJ explains how 2% became the Federal Reserve’s sweet spot, what happens when the U.S. economy strays too far from it.

Why You Should Buy Everything With Credit Cards -CNBC

March 11, 2023
 

Having multiple credit cards and playing the rewards game can save you hundreds of dollars each year.

Why McDonald’s Is Thriving In China -CNBC

March 10, 2023
 

With 60 million customers daily, more than 40,000 locations in over 100 countries and 1.9 million employees McDonald’s is one of the world’s largest restaurant chains. And it is about to get even bigger.

Countries are struggling to contain inflation, but not Switzerland. Here's why -CNBC

March 09, 2023
 

As many countries across the globe battle sky-high inflation, Switzerland’s economy is seeing something far less dramatic. Inflation in Switzerland hit a 29-year high of 3.5% in 2022.