Prologue Journal – Page 36090 – Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

AI Hype Lifts Adobe Above Deal Cloud

Wall Street Journal The Photoshop maker’s stock has surged since a generative AI announcement, while scrutiny of the Figma deal grows. https://www.wsj.com/articles/ai-hype-lifts-adobe-above-deal-cloud-894b8658

U.S. Antimissile System in South Korea, a Source of Chinese Anger, Cleared for Full Deployment

Wall Street Journal A U.S. missile-defense system in South Korea that has enraged China got a clear path for a full deployment. https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-antimissile-system-in-south-korea-a-source-of-chinese-anger-cleared-for-full-deployment-8141b4dc

Chuck Schumer Joins Crowd Clamoring for AI Regulations

Wall Street Journal The challenge: Congress doesn’t have a strong record in addressing perceived harms from technology. https://www.wsj.com/articles/chuck-schumer-joins-crowd-clamoring-for-ai-regulations-7fd8a882

Lure Eagle! Meet Auburn’s National Championship, Million Dollar-Winning Bass Fishing Team

Wall Street Journal They may not be as famous as football, but this student-run club program collects major tournaments—and allows winners to keep their earnings. https://www.wsj.com/articles/auburn-bass-fishing-team-champions-9f553ec

The Pivot That Could Save Chili’s at Least $6.5 Million a Year

Wall Street Journal Cooking a burger at Chili’s used to take five minutes. Now, it takes about two. WSJ’s Heather Haddon breaks down the small changes the chain is making to save time and costs in the kitchen, and the potential pitfalls of the strategy. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-pivot-that-could-save-chilis-at-least-6-5-million-a-year-82254d14

Taiwan shares end slightly up ahead of Dragon Boat Festival holiday

Taipei, June 21 (CNA) Shares in Taiwan closed slightly higher Wednesday as investors turned cautious ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday and an appearance by U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell before Congress, dealers said. https://focustaiwan.tw/business/202306210016

FSB detains Khabarovsk resident on high treason charges for crypto-funding of Kiev forces

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. It was ascertained that the detainee, using crypto currency instruments, made transfers of personal funds via third parties residing on the territory of Ukraine to an account of a foreign charitable foundation intended for use by the Ukrainian armed forces in acquiring drones,…

Employment program helps retain 10,000 skilled migrant workers: ministry

Taipei, June 21 (CNA) More than 10,000 work permits have been issued to foreign semi-skilled workers since the launch of a new employment program in April last year, the Ministry of Labor said Wednesday. https://focustaiwan.tw/society/202306210015

Dates of Russia-Africa summit changed due to program details — Kremlin

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. According to Dmitry Peskov, the new dates are July 27-28 https://tass.com/politics/1635883

Israel’s natural gas saved the economy over NIS 316b. in past decade

Jerusalem Post With its substantial savings, increased reserves, and environmental contributions, Israel’s natural gas revolution has significantly impacted the economy, paving the way for a promising future. https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/energy-and-infrastructure/article-747062