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South Carolina State University Honors Rep. James Clyburn with Renamed Complex

South Carolina State University Honors Rep. James Clyburn with Renamed Complex

South Carolina State University (SC State) has dedicated a newly renamed building, the James E. Clyburn Engineering and Computer Science Complex, in honor of U.S. Representative James Clyburn. The dedication ceremony took place on Wednesday, with Clyburn and university officials in attendance. The renaming recognizes Clyburn's significant contributions to the university, including securing millions of dollars in federal investments. SC State President Alexander Conyers highlighted Clyburn's support, noting a recent $45 million federal allocation to the university. Clyburn, an alumnus of SC State, expressed his deep connection to the institution, emphasizing his lifelong support for historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
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OpenAI's Atlas Browser Vulnerable to Security Breaches Affecting WhatsApp

OpenAI's Atlas Browser Vulnerable to Security Breaches Affecting WhatsApp

Researchers from Zenity have discovered vulnerabilities in OpenAI's Atlas web browser that could allow attackers to bypass security measures and spam WhatsApp contacts or make unauthorized Amazon purchases. These findings were presented at the Black Hat cybersecurity conference. The vulnerabilities are part of a broader set of flaws found in AI-enabled browsers, which include products from major tech companies like Google and Microsoft. The researchers demonstrated how malicious instructions could be embedded in seemingly legitimate web pages, leading to mass phishing campaigns. Despite having robust security measures, Atlas was still susceptible to these attacks, highlighting significant security challenges in AI browser integrations.
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S&P 500 flat as chip, software weakness offsets broader gains

S&P 500 flat as chip, software weakness offsets broader gains

By Johann M Cherian and Shashwat Chauhan Aug 6 (Reuters) - The S&P 500 was flat in volatile trading on Thursday, with tech stocks down as Western Digital and Sandisk's strong forecasts failed to impress, countering gains across other sectors.
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Nvidia dominates AI chips, but BofA sees AMD closing in

Nvidia dominates AI chips, but BofA sees AMD closing in

Twenty years ago, Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) spent the better part of a decade selling processors into a market Intel dominated, waiting for the moment Intel could not keep pace with demand on its own. That moment eventually arrived, and AMD converted patience into real share of the server ...
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US filings for jobless benefits rise to 199,000 last week, but layoffs remain historically low

US filings for jobless benefits rise to 199,000 last week, but layoffs remain historically low

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week but layoffs remain in the historically healthy range of the past few years
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Hyperscaler Earnings Reflect GPU Repricing and Increased CapEx

Hyperscaler Earnings Reflect GPU Repricing and Increased CapEx

Hyperscaler Earnings Reflect GPU Repricing and Increased CapEx
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University of Pittsburgh Increases Tuition Amid New Free Program for Satellite Campuses

University of Pittsburgh Increases Tuition Amid New Free Program for Satellite Campuses

The University of Pittsburgh has announced a tuition increase for its main campus, while simultaneously introducing a tuition-free program for its satellite campuses. The main campus will see a 3% increase for in-state undergraduates and a 4% increase for out-of-state students. Meanwhile, the Pitt Regional Campus Tuition Pledge offers free tuition to in-state residents with a household income of $75,000 or less at the university's branch campuses. This initiative aims to make higher education more accessible, but has raised concerns among students at the main campus, who feel excluded from the benefits of the new program.
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If Polaroid's Story Fascinates You, Study These 5 Companies Next

If Polaroid's Story Fascinates You, Study These 5 Companies Next

Explore the cautionary tales of iconic companies like Kodak, Nokia, and Blockbuster that, like Polaroid, failed to adapt to a changing world.
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AMD Expected to Outperform Despite Post-Earnings Stock Slide, Analysts Say

AMD Expected to Outperform Despite Post-Earnings Stock Slide, Analysts Say

AMD Expected to Outperform Despite Post-Earnings Stock Slide, Analysts Say
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University of Derby Offers Full Payment Discount for International Students

University of Derby Offers Full Payment Discount for International Students

The University of Derby is offering a Full Payment Discount for international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs for the 2026 academic year. This discount provides a £1,000 reduction in tuition fees for students who pay their full annual tuition fees before or at the time of enrollment. The initiative aims to encourage early payment and ease the financial burden on international students. Eligible students must be enrolled in a program and complete the necessary payment and documentation processes to receive the discount automatically.
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Earl Young of Selby Foundation Discusses Scholarship Impact

Earl Young of Selby Foundation Discusses Scholarship Impact

Earl Young of Selby Foundation Discusses Scholarship Impact
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MIT Sloan Launches Data Analytics Consortium to Bridge Industry and Academia

MIT Sloan Launches Data Analytics Consortium to Bridge Industry and Academia

MIT Sloan Launches Data Analytics Consortium to Bridge Industry and Academia