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Elon Musk's xAI has announced that its AI chatbot, Grok, was manipulated by a rogue employee, resulting in unauthorized responses about "white genocide" in South Africa. In response, xAI is taking steps to enhance the transparency and reliability of Grok.

The burgeoning market for THC beverages in the United States has seen significant growth, with numerous states permitting their sale. Companies like Cann and hi Seltzer have reported substantial increases in sales, reflecting a broader trend of consumer interest in cannabis-infused drinks.

 Recently, Target and Walmart’s CEOs signaled to President Trump that their store shelves could soon be empty due to tariffs.

Black women are encouraged to pursue financial success by prioritizing rest and strategic effort, challenging the unsustainable demands of hustle culture. This approach advocates for a balanced path to wealth that safeguards mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

It highlights how the same protections that allow Black communities to mobilize, build businesses, and express themselves online have also created a legal loophole that permits anti-Black harassment, white supremacist organizing, and digital discrimination in areas like housing, credit, and employment.

The White House has issued an executive order that eliminates non-statutory functions and reduces statutory functions of certain governmental entities, including the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. These agencies have been pivotal in fostering minority business growth and providing affordable capital for urban revitalization.

Boeing's export business faces significant challenges due to potential tariffs, which could delay deliveries and hinder plane production because of its reliance on foreign suppliers.

Black women entrepreneurs are at the forefront of the tech revolution, leveraging AI to innovate and expand their businesses. They urge others to adopt this technology to remain competitive and secure a more equitable future.

Climate change is causing erratic weather, droughts, floods, and plant diseases to threaten cacao growth in West Africa, leading to skyrocketing chocolate prices and potentially making the treat a symbol of climate change rather than love.

The Trump administration has announced that electronics imported to the United States, including smartphones, computer monitors, and various electronic parts, will be exempt from reciprocal tariffs. This exemption is expected to significantly impact major technology companies such as Apple.