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Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shopsThe charity says it is facing "an exceptionally challenging trading environment". [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
- Kevin O’Leary says Utah AI data center project will shrink after lawmakers...
"Shark Tank" investor Kevin O'Leary says he is prepared to shrink a sprawling artificial intelligence data center development in Utah after top state lawmakers pushed for major reductions and additional environmental safeguards, according to reports.O'Leary told NBC News on Wednesday that he is willing to reduce the size of the proposed Stratos data center project after Utah Senate President J. Stuart Adams called for a 75% reduction in its footprint."I have no choice," O'Leary told NBC News at the Washington AI Network's AI Honors gala.The project, which has been promoted as one of the largest AI-focused data center developments in the world, would span roughly 40,000 acres in Box Elder County.KEVIN O'LEARY DETAILS MASSIVE UTAH AI DATA CENTER TO RIVAL CHINA'S TECH DOMINANCEIn a letter sent Monday, Adams urged O'Leary to reduce the project area to approximately 10,000 acres and adopt additional environmental safeguards before moving forward."I've sent a letter directly to Kevin O'Leary calling for a 75% reduction in the proposed data center project area, from 40,000 acres to approximately 10,000 acres," Adams said in a statement.The Republican Senate president also called for stronger conservation measures, greater public transparency and protections for Utah's natural resources.FOX NEWS AI NEWSLETTER: BACKLASH OVER MYSTERY COMPANY'S DATA CENTERAmong his requests, Adams said the project should commit to using the latest technology to minimize water consumption, dedicate any excess treated water to the Great Salt Lake and enter into agreements with state officials to preserve wildlife habitat and agricultural land."Utah can pursue economic opportunity while protecting our water, air, wildlife and communities," Adams said. "We can and must do both."O'Leary suggested the demand was driven in part by political pressure as opposition to the project continues to grow.KEVIN O'LEARY REVEALS THE ONLY TWO CRYPTOCURRENCIES HE SAYS ARE WORTH OWNING"I know he did it for political reasons," O'Leary told NBC News. "He has to address those issues, and so do I."Residents and environmental advocates have raised concerns about the project's potential demands on water supplies, power infrastructure and nearby communities.O'Leary has previously dismissed some of those concerns as misinformation and accused opponents of spreading false claims about the project.US BANS NEW FOREIGN-MADE CONSUMER INTERNET ROUTERS OVER SECURITY CONCERNS"All these people have a right to get information," O'Leary told NBC News. "Why are they getting it from a false initiative? Who is spending all this money to put out all these falsehoods and straight-out misinformation and… [TheTopNews] Read More.4 hours ago - Trump announces $700m coal investment using wartime powersThe president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans. [TheTopNews] Read More.4 hours ago
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- Nike CEO Elliott Hill outlines sports-focused strategy to revive iconic sportswe...Nike CEO Elliott Hill opened up about the company's turnaround strategy as the brand celebrated its annual "Just Do It" Day, outlining how a renewed focus on sports is central to Nike's future.Hill said Nike drifted toward lifestyle and fashion in recent years, but that the company's strongest growth comes when it stays rooted in athletic performance and innovation."We had become more lifestyle-oriented, more fashion-oriented," Hill said in an exclusive interview with FOX Business anchor Liz Claman on "The Claman Countdown." "When we focus on sport, we win, and that is what I'm challenging the team to do as quickly as possible."Hill, who stepped in as CEO in 2024, said an excess of online promotions impacted profitability and said Nike has done a "really nice job" of refocusing on product and innovation.NIKE’S NEW SLOGAN IS THE PERFECT MOTTO FOR AN ANXIOUS AMERICA"I feel really good about the work the team has done, but like everything, what happens next is revenue, market share and share price follows," he said. "So, it's a sequential improvement, and I feel much better about the foundation of our business."Claman pressed the CEO on the challenges the stock has faced and how he is interacting with Wall Street as investors grow impatient with the company’s market performance.Nike's stock is down 30% year-to-date, while the S&P 500 is up 11%."How are you dealing with the Wall Street community that's kind of pushing you around?" Claman asked.NIKE PARTNERS WITH ROBOTICS COMPANY TO CREATE WORLD'S FIRST MOTOR-POWERED FOOTWEAR SYSTEM"What I keep trying to say is, we're not managing the business for this quarter or next quarter. We're managing it for the long term, and we're setting this business up for the next 20-year run," Hill said.Hill also addressed the massive sports partnerships Nike has secured, including the company’s long-term deal with the NBA and its sponsorship of 12 teams competing in the FIFA World Cup, including the United States, France and Brazil.Nike will be outfitting the 12 World Cup teams and debuted Team USA’s red, white and blue soccer jersey during "The Claman Countdown" exclusive on Thursday.CHRISTIAN PULISIC EXPLAINS WHY HIS SCREAMING CELEBRATION WAS ABOUT MORE THAN ENDING SCORING DROUGHT"It's this collision of sport and culture because we also have some incredible collaborations off the pitch, and really proud of our 31-year relationship with U.S. Soccer Federation and looking forward to our country hosting it," Hill told FOX Business.Nike’s World Cup push is intensifying, with the sportswear giant's recent… [TheTopNews] Read More.6 hours ago
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