How the Smithsonian is using AI to connect artifacts from the American RevolutionThe Smithsonian Institution is using artificial intelligence to better understand its collection related to the American Revolution. The project is called Revolution Crossroads, and it aims to help the public and scholars connect objects across institutions such as the Library of Congress. The review was launched in the spring, and the goal is to uncover…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution5d agoWhole story →EducationCulture
Smart ring maker Oura puts off initial public offering due to market 'uncertainty'Smart ring maker Oura says it is postponing a planned initial public offering due to market “uncertainty.” On Tuesday, Oura said it’s delaying the IPO “despite strong demand.” Oura customers use the ring to monitor their health, including sleep patterns and fitness activity. The company gets the bulk of its revenue from ring sales, with the rest coming…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution8d agoWhole story →EducationTechnology
Bill Clinton calls on leaders to fill gaps left by 'retreating governments'Former President Bill Clinton opened this year’s Clinton Global Initiative conference, calling on attendees to promise to “step into the void created by retreating governments” following cuts by the United States and other nations to foreign assistance. Clinton on Tuesday emphasized the importance of cooperation over short-term wins. He urged attendees…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution15d agoWhole story →GovernmentEducationclinton global initiative conference
Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis showsAn analysis finds that the Trump administration has cut or frozen up to $177 billion in federal grants since the president took office for his second term. On Wednesday, a nonprofit and a group of researchers and scientists released a tracking tool that shows the cuts have affected all states and the District of Columbia. Health, nutrition, the…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution21d agoWhole story →GovernmentEducationfederal grant cuts
