François Bayrou, a centrist heavyweight in French politics, has been appointed as the new prime minister following a vote of no-confidence that ended Michel Barnier’s minority coalition. Bayrou faces challenges such as Moody’s downgrade of France’s credit rating due to political instability and the need to navigate the three-bloc impasse in the National Assembly. While Bayrou seeks to build bridges across political divides, concerns remain about potential leftward policy shifts and his leadership style characterized by a strong ego and independent streak.
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How A.I. Companies Are Turning Into Energy Companies
The race to develop superior artificial intelligence products has spurred a global hunt for alternative energy sources to power tech giants' data centers. Karen Weise of The New York Times explains how these specialized A.I. data centers are more energy-intensive, leading companies to explore innovative ways to increase electricity supply to meet growing demand. The investment in new energy solutions underscores the importance of powering the infrastructure that supports cutting-edge A.I. technologies. Full Article
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