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India's Economy: Steady Growth Amid Global Challenges

December 6, 2025

India's economy is on track to grow by at least 7% this year, according to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. She highlighted the country's strong economic foundations, which are expected to keep consumer spending steady. Low inflation and recent tax cuts are contributing to this optimism. The ec

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Economic Shifts: Jobs, Tariffs, and Uncertainty

May 2, 2025

The economic landscape in April 2025 was a mix of stability and uncertainty. Despite a significant announcement about tariffs, the job market showed resilience. The U. S. added 177, 000 jobs, which was a slowdown from the previous month's 228, 000 but still strong. The unemployment rate stayed stead

health

Who's the Boss of Your Health Data?

February 22, 2025

Health records are super sensitive. Imagine if anyone could peek into them. Scary, right? That's why a new system using blockchain and smart contracts is a big deal. These smart contracts act like digital bodyguards, making sure only authorized folks can access your health info. They check a set of

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UK Economy Shows Surprising Growth in Late 2024

February 13, 2025

In late 2024, the UK economy showed a small but surprising growth of 0. 1% in the fourth quarter. This news came as a pleasant surprise, as experts had predicted a slight contraction of 0. 1%. The services and construction sectors were the stars of the show, with growth rates of 0. 2% and 0. 5% resp

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Tech Stocks Soar, But What's the Catch?

January 31, 2025

The stock market is like a rollercoaster, with big tech stocks making some exciting moves. Let's talk about the Dow Jones Industrial Average. This reached a 240 point jump, with a rise of 0. 54%. But this is not the whole story. The Nasdaq and S&P 500 also saw gains of 0. 18% and 0

technology

AI and Privacy: What's Allowed and What's Not?

December 19, 2024

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) recently stepped in to help clarify how AI models can use personal data without breaking the law. They looked at big questions like whether AI models can be anonymous and if companies need people's consent to use their data. They also discussed what to do wi

business

California's Top Counties Power the US Economy

December 9, 2024

Did you know that ten counties in California generate more economic activity than some entire countries? A recent report shows that these counties are no joke when it comes to business. Los Angeles leads the pack, producing goods and services worth about the same as Switzerland's entire economy. Tha

politics

Why GDP Isn't the Whole Story: Americans Feel the Pinch

November 19, 2024

Ever wondered why Americans seem so gloomy about the economy, even when experts say it's booming? The answer lies in the gap between GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and the actual money in our pockets. GDP is like a big, flashy scoreboard that shows how much stuff is being made and sold. But it doesn't

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Japan's Economy: A Surprising Jump After a Bumpy Ride

November 15, 2024

In a twist of events, Japan's economy has seen a surprising 0. 3% year-on-year boost in its real GDP this past quarter. This sharp turnaround comes after a 1. 1% dip in the previous quarter. You might be wondering what caused this sudden shift. The Bank of Japan made an interesting move when it rais

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U. S. Economy's Q3 Growth: Steady Consumer Spending and Government Cash Drive the Way

October 30, 2024

You know how often people worry about economic slowdowns? Well, the U. S. economy showed it wasn't bothered by such fears in the third quarter of 2024. It grew at a steady pace of 2. 8%, which is a bit less than expected but still solid. Consumers were the heroes, spending more than they were suppos