FireBoard Labs, a leader in smart temperature control technology, has announced the upcoming launch of its latest innovation: the FireBoard Pulse. This advanced wireless temperature probe sets a new benchmark for precision and connectivity in outdoor cooking and food temperature monitoring.The FireBoard Pulse is the world’s first dual-band wireless probe, featuring both long-range communication with FireBoard devices using Sub-1GHz (S1G) technology and Bluetooth connectivity to smartphones. For backyard barbecue enthusiasts, this means unmatched flexibility and reliability. The S1G technology ensures a strong connection even when the grill lid is closed or when monitoring from inside the house, so you never…

The Federal Reserve interest rate, which influences global lending rates, is now at its highest point in 23 years. Despite this, JPMorgan’s commercial banking clients remain optimistic.A survey of over 100 founders and senior business leaders from firms with revenues up to $2 billion found that more than 90% are neutral to optimistic about the U.S. economy in the coming year.According to Ginger Chambless, head of JPMorgan’s commercial banking research, these survey results reflect broader trends in the bank’s commercial sector. Respondents cited three main factors for their optimism: anticipated market expansion, new product launches, and planned AI adoption.“What they’re…

India’s central bank likely increased its gold reserves by the most in nearly two years last month, according to a World Gold Council analyst.Krishan Gopaul stated on social media platform X that the Reserve Bank of India added over nine tons in June, based on calculations using the bank’s weekly data. This marks the largest addition since July 2022, bringing India’s total reserves to 841 tons, up by 37 tons this year.Central bank purchases have been a significant factor in gold’s rally this year, which pushed prices to a record high in May. The market has closely monitored the size…

While Americans are already burdened with massive student loan debts that will take decades to repay as education costs continue to rise, schools have been increasing tuition.However, a report on Tuesday from Fitch Ratings indicated that recent tuition hikes at private colleges and universities were still insufficient to keep up with rising expenses.According to the ratings agency, the median adjusted operating margin dropped to its lowest point in over a decade last fiscal year, even though schools’ investment levels and endowment support remained relatively steady. The outlook doesn’t appear promising either.”Looking ahead, additional operating pressure is expected, with many institutions…

Paris isn’t Paris without the Seine River.The 780-kilometer-long river winds through the City of Light, curving around the iconic Eiffel Tower. It hosts tourists marveling at the sights of the French capital and supports the centuries-old UNESCO-protected French bookstalls on its banks. The Seine is as integral to the Parisian experience as the Thames is to London.Despite being renowned as the world’s most romantic river, its murky, sometimes odorous waters don’t immediately inspire such thoughts.In recent months, the Seine has been preparing for a new role: a controversial centerpiece for the 2024 Paris Olympics, starting later this month.French authorities aim…

The phrase “human in the loop” is rapidly becoming a corporate mantra for adopting artificial intelligence. AI is often seen as an augmenting technology that works best alongside human workers, acting as a co-pilot.This perspective marks a significant shift from the traditional vision of full automation, which has driven the adoption of new technologies in business. Consider the introduction of automated financial market-making in the 1990s, which transformed common sense by making human market-makers redundant and enabling new global transaction methods.But which vision—augmentation or full automation—suits an AI-powered economy better?Answering this question is crucial as each approach leads to vastly…

Fast-food breakfast sandwich enthusiasts, take note: it might be wise not to rely solely on one option. McDonald’s has shortened its breakfast service by an hour and a half, now ending at 10:30 a.m. instead of midday, across its Australian locations due to an egg shortage caused by avian flu.“Like many retailers, we are carefully managing the supply of eggs due to current industry challenges,” McDonald’s stated in a Facebook post. “We are working hard with our Aussie farmers and suppliers to return to normal as soon as possible.”Known as Macca’s in Australia, the fast-food chain operates 970 locations in…

A Seattle-area plastic surgery provider accused of threatening patients over negative reviews and posting fake positive ones has been ordered to pay $5 million to the state attorney general’s office and thousands of Washington patients, according to a federal consent decree.The consent decree, filed Monday, resolves a lawsuit brought by Attorney General Bob Ferguson in December 2022, The Seattle Times reported. The complaint accused Allure Esthetic and its owner, Dr. Javad Sajan, of violating state and federal consumer protection laws by posting false reviews and forcing patients to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) barring them from posting or saying anything negative…

Whether you’re buying a home for the first time or you’re an experienced homeowner looking for a new place, you may wonder how much to put down on your mortgage loan.While financial experts commonly suggest a 20% down payment, this is often unrealistic for many prospective homebuyers. Additionally, down payment requirements and their impact can vary based on the type of mortgage loan you choose. If you’re just getting started, you may want to review our breakdown of different mortgage types in our current mortgage rates guide.As you prepare to buy a home, here’s what you should know about the…

Boeing Co. agreed on Sunday to acquire Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. for $37.25 per share in an all-stock deal, valuing the company at $4.7 billion, according to sources familiar with the transaction.As part of the deal, Boeing will also assume approximately $3.5 billion of Spirit’s debt. The transaction is expected to be announced as early as Monday, said the sources, who requested anonymity prior to the public announcement. Reuters had reported the per-share price earlier on Sunday. Representatives for both companies declined to comment.Two of the sources stated that Boeing plans to take control of Spirit’s manufacturing operations that support…