All articles tagged with #risk
A BuzzFeed feature gathers medical professionals’ warnings about common daily activities that can be surprisingly dangerous, sharing real stories and practical tips to avoid injuries—from driving and falls to sun exposure and routine chores.
An Oxford AI professor warns the current AI surge could end in a Hindenburg-style crash due to under-tested tech and heavy commercial pressure, highlighting safety flaws in chatbots and the dangers of anthropomorphism; he urges treating AIs as neutral tools rather than humanlike companions to avoid catastrophic outcomes.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei argues in a lengthy blog essay that AI could grant humanity unprecedented power and threaten civilization, urging robust guardrails and international limits while noting political and economic risks; he also questions rivals’ safety practices and ties the warning to Anthropic’s own multibillion-dollar funding push, a critique some critics echo as existential-risk claims are debated and progress slows.
A creative DIY project replaces traditional map projections with a magnetic globe for playing Risk, using a fabricated steel globe and hand-transferred map, offering a fun and less contentious way to enjoy the game.
A study shows that tanning beds significantly increase the risk of melanoma and cause more skin mutations, especially in younger users, challenging the myth that tanning beds are safe.
A seasoned Everest guide shares insights into the demanding and risky life of high-altitude guiding, highlighting the physical and emotional toll, the dangers of the mountain, the impact of crowding, and the deep spiritual connection many guides feel with Everest, despite its hazards.
Explorer Colin O'Brady embarks on a solo, unsupported crossing of Antarctica, aiming to set a new record while facing extreme dangers and reflecting on his personal journey of resilience and purpose.
Recent studies suggest that Covid-19 infection in children may pose a higher risk of rare heart problems compared to the risk associated with vaccination, highlighting the importance of monitoring and understanding these health impacts.
The article reflects on the role of speculation in economic crashes like 1929, suggesting that while often blamed for greed and hubris, speculation may also serve as a vital engine of economic growth and innovation, prompting readers to reconsider its overall impact.
The second half of October could see positive developments in the stock market despite recent volatility, with potential tailwinds from geopolitical stability, end of government shutdown, and favorable seasonal trends, though earnings reports may pose some risk.
America's largest banks report strong earnings driven by consumer spending and market activity, but remain cautious due to rising credit risks, slowing job growth, and economic uncertainties like trade tensions and inflation.
The IMF and Bank of England warn that the rapid growth of AI could lead to an abrupt correction in the stock market, highlighting potential risks associated with the AI boom.
The article warns that the S&P 500's high valuation and increasing concentration in a few large stocks pose greater risks than in the past, similar to the dot-com bubble, suggesting investors consider diversification and alternative weighting strategies to mitigate potential downturns.
Experts warn that US investors are taking significant risks by gambling on unproven nuclear technology, highlighting concerns over the potential for financial loss and safety issues.
Scientists warn that a flaw in security software has exposed the risk of AI being used to develop bioweapons, highlighting significant safety concerns in AI technology and biosecurity.