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Amazon Invests $4B in AI's Anthropic, Truth Social's Inflated Valuation, and Climate Change Affects Earth's Rotation

Mar 28, 2024
Amazon's staggering $4 billion investment in AI startup Anthropic showcases the fierce competition in generative AI. Meanwhile, Truth Social's inflated valuation of $11 billion raises eyebrows, as experts liken it to the 'meme stock' craze. In an unexpected twist, climate change is reportedly slowing Earth's rotation due to shifting polar ice, leading to potential complications in timekeeping systems. These diverse topics highlight the intricate interplay of technology, business, and environmental science.
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Amazon's AI Bet

  • Amazon invested $4 billion in Anthropic, an AI startup creating the Claude chatbot.
  • This is Amazon's largest outside investment, exceeding the $1.3 billion invested in Rivian.
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Truth Social's Valuation

  • Truth Social's market value reached nearly $11 billion despite low revenue and a small user base.
  • This inflated valuation, driven by investor enthusiasm, resembles the "meme stock" phenomenon.
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Climate Change's Impact on Earth's Rotation

  • Melting polar ice is shifting mass towards the equator, slowing Earth's rotation.
  • This delays the need for a negative leap second, impacting global timekeeping systems.
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