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Massachusetts diners have spoken, and six eateries in the Bay State have been named to OpenTable’s 2024 national list of top 100 restaurants . “Some lists are decided by critics, but not OpenTable’s Top 100 — this one is driven by diners,“ OpenTable wrote of the list. ”See this year’s top-ranked spots based on insights and reviews from verified OpenTable users just like you.” You can find each of the six Massachusetts restaurants that made the list below. Bar Vlaha (Brookline) Bar Vlaha is a traditional Greek restaurant in Brookline, Massachusetts. Adam Detour for 23015 Greek restaurant Bar Vlaha is one of two restaurants under Xenia Greek Hospitality to make it onto OpenTable’s list. With menu items from Saganaki to Kontosulvi, “Bar Vlaha captures the true soul of Greek cooking with rustic and nomadic traditions using charcoal and open-fire gastra techniques,” the restaurant’s website reads. Bar Vlaha is located at 1653 Beacon St., Brookline. Giulia Restaurant (Cambridge) Bar Vlaha is a traditional Greek restaurant in Brookline, Massachusetts. Adam Detour for 23015 Italian restaurant Giulia is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. The Cambridge spot focuses on “wonderful food and great service,” with offerings such as duck wing and prosciutto Tortelli and house-made lamb sausage. Giulia Restaurant is at 1682 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. Krasi (Boston) Krasi is an upscale Greek restaurant in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. Linda Campos Xenia Greek Hospitality also owns Krasi — a staple Greek restaurant in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. Krasi invites diners to “come for the wine, stay for the food” by offering an extensive wine menu and Greek bites . The restaurant is at 48 Gloucester St., Boston. Pammy’s (Cambridge) Pammy’s, located between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard squares, “is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria,” Pammy’s website states. Menu items include yakitori chicken, striped bass saddle chop and honeynut squash torta. Pammy’s is at 928 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. Silver Dove Afternoon Tea (Boston) Silver Dove Afternoon Tea is an English-style tea room located in downtown Boston. The restaurant serves more than two dozen kinds of tea, multiple pastries, cocktails and more. The restaurant accepts 90-minute reservations every afternoon from Wednesday to Sunday. Silver Dove Afternoon Tea is at 24 Tremont St., Boston. The Nautilus (Nantucket) The Nautilus Nantucket is a New England fusion restaurant on Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Nautilus Opened on Nantucket in 2014, Nautilus focuses on creating a social experience for diners, from food, cocktails and wine to ambiance and atmosphere. The restaurant specializes in New England cuisine with Japanese, Spanish, Latin and Mediterranean influences. The Nautilus is located at 12 Cambridge St., Nantucket. More restaurant storiesNew book chronicles NASCAR’s ‘mavericks’

CHEYENNE – This December, the 29th annual Tree of Remembrance returns at Davis Hospice Center, offering a heartwarming way to honor and remember loved ones, a Cheyenne Regional Medical Center news release said. The Tree of Remembrance event invites individuals to hang a white dove in honor or memory of a loved one. Each dove, bearing a message from the participant, is placed on the tree as a touching tribute. This year, Davis Hospice Center and the Cheyenne Regional Foundation will hold an open house with refreshments on Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at Davis Hospice Center, 6000 Sycamore Road. For those unable to attend, doves can be hung daily with assistance from volunteers, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., through Christmas Eve. “Each dove placed on the tree represents a cherished memory or connection,” said Vicky Fry, CRMC Foundation director of major gifts and planned giving, in the release. “This event is a beautiful symbol of remembrance and a way to support those coping with grief and loss in our community.” Funds raised from the Tree of Remembrance – though donations are optional – support hospice programmatic services, including bereavement programs, bereavement education, hospice care education and more. These programs provide comfort, guidance and education. Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state legislature, CFD news, and more.Xbox Game Pass Just Added 2024’s Most Underrated Gem

34 eminent citizens urge govt to ensure media safetyKUWAIT CITY, Dec 07: Kuwait Finance House (KFH) was named Bank of the Year 2024 - Kuwait by The Banker, a leading financial publication owned by the Financial Times Group. KFH's second consecutive win of this prestigious award underscores its excellence and leadership in the Kuwaiti banking sector. It further solidifies its position as Kuwait's largest bank by market capitalization and the world's second-largest Islamic bank. Aligning with the criteria for selecting winners, The Banker Awards recognize institutions that demonstrate strong financial performance and strategic advantages, such as investing in new technology or innovating to expand their business and increase customer satisfaction. A panel of global industry experts judges the Banker Awards, considering criteria and performance improvements over the past 12 months. Deputy General Manager Corporate Banking and Syndication at KFH, Nasser Alshaya received the award at The Banker Awards ceremony, held in London, in the presence of CEOs, CFOs, and senior executives from financial institutions worldwide. Record financial performance Alshaya expressed KFH's pride in this global recognition, highlighting the bank's leading position and its consistent ability to achieve record performance. This achievement reflects KFH's solid institutional approach and ambitious vision, aligned with the latest global banking trends. He emphasized that KFH remains committed to sustainable growth, underpinned by prudent risk management and investment in high-quality assets. By focusing on core banking activities, operational efficiency, and exceptional customer experiences for both retail and corporate customers, KFH aims to solidify its leading position in the Islamic finance industry. Largest merger deal Alshaya emphasized that KFH has achieved significant milestones in 2024, a testament to its immense potential. This makes it an exceptional banking entity, deserving of prestigious awards and top rankings. Among KFH's notable achievements is the successful cross-border acquisition of the Ahli United Bank - Bahrain Group, one of the largest transactions of its kind in the region. Additionally, KFH completed the largest merger in the history of the Kuwaiti banking sector, merging with (formerly) Ahli United Bank - Kuwait. The bank integrated operational processes in record time while maintaining high efficiency. This transition was seamless for shareholders, customers, and employees. Furthermore, the bank's strong financial performance is evidenced by its net profit for shareholders, which reached KD 482.9 million by the end of the third quarter of 2024. This marks the highest quarterly profit in KFH's history and in the Kuwaiti banking sector. Latest digital banking solutions Alshaya added that KFH's digital banking services and technological infrastructure have been significantly developed, in line with its strategy of building a comprehensive, high-quality digital financial services and solutions ecosystem. He noted that the bank's significant success in this area has led to a strategic shift toward enhancing customer experience and fulfilling their aspirations. Sustainable banking model He explained that KFH's award win reflects its success in building a sustainable banking model incorporating ESG dimensions. The bank's commitment to responsible practices and sustainability adds value for both shareholders and customers. It's worth noting that the Bank of the Year Awards are among the most prestigious and sought-after awards in the global banking industry. These awards recognize excellence across over 120 countries worldwide.

Injuries pile up, 49ers uncertain QB Brock Purdy can return SundayMANCHESTER, England-- Manchester City squandered a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday after another calamitous performance from Pep Guardiola's stuttering side who have suffered an alarming slump in form. Erling Haaland scored either side of an Ilkay Gundogan strike for the hosts, who looked poised for victory aftera five-game losing streak in all competitions. But defensive blunders in the dying minutes allowed Anis Hadj Moussa, Santiago Gimenez and David Hancko to score as City dropped to 15th in the Champions League table on eight points. "We lost a lot of games lately, we're fragile and of course we needed a victory," Guardiola said as his side threw away the lead, with the English champions having been trounced 4-0 at home by Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday. "I don't know if it's mental. The first goal cannot happen and the second as well. After that we forget what happened, we were desperate to win and do well, we do well but don't win games." City have conceded two or more goals in six successive matches in all competitions for the first time since 1963 - a season that saw them relegated from the English top flight. They are also the first team in Champions League history to lead by three goals as late as the 75th minute but fail to win. "Difficult," said City defender Nathan Ake. "We played quite well, all under control, then things changed. We have to stay strong mentally, believe in ourselves, and stay together ... and make sure we get out of it. "The only thing we can do is fight back and stay strong ... When you're three-nil up, it feels like a defeat when you give up three goals at home." City parked in the visitors' end for much of the night and following several near misses in the first half, Haaland got the hosts on the scoresheet in the 45th by striking a blistering penalty kick past Timon Wellenreuther after he was fouled. TURNAROUND Gundogan doubled the lead in the 50th minute with a deflected low long-range shot before Haaland scored again three minutes later when he slid in to stab home a Matheus Nunes cross for his 46th goal in Europe's elite club competition. At that stage, it was all smiles among the Etihad crowd. Yet astonishingly, Feyenoord replied with three goals inside 15 minutes, first from Hadj Moussa, who pounced on a careless ball back from Josko Gvardiol in the 75th minute. Then Gimenez struck seven minutes later when he chested in Jordan Lotomba's cross, created from another wayward Gvardiol pass that had a furious Guardiola with his head in his hands for several minutes and Gvardiol tugging his shirt over his face. Hancko equalised in the 89th when keeper Ederson was beaten by Igor Paixao who sent over a cross for Hancko to head in. "It was an unbelievable evening," said Feyenoord boss Brian Priske. "To be 3-0 down around 75 minutes away from home and against the best team in the world and then to be able to pick up a really important point for us - an unbelievable result." City's Jack Grealish narrowly missed scoring a late winner but his deflected strike grazed the crossbar. The home fans booed their side after the final whistle. What could have been a massive confidence boost for Guardiola's struggling team now raises more questions ahead of their toughest test of the season yet, a clash with Premier League-leading Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Defeat would leave City 11 points adrift of the Reds. Feyenoord, who are fourth in the Eredivisie, are 20th in the Champions League standings with seven points and among the playoff places with three games remaining in the first phase.The Yomiuri Shimbun 6:00 JST, November 28, 2024 This is the second installment in a series examining how social media is impacting elections. * * Kenichi Okutani, a Hyogo prefectural assembly member, received malicious phone calls at his home saying such things as “resign,” “liar” and “come outside,” during the recent Hyogo gubernatorial election campaign. Okutani is the chairman of the Hyogo prefectural assembly’s so-called Article 100 committee, which is conducting probes into reelected Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito, 47, over allegations of power abuse and other problematic acts. After Saito lost his position as governor prior to the election, slanderous posts about Okutani were spread on social media, while posts supporting Saito proliferated. Takashi Tachibana, 57, leader of the political group NHK Party, also ran in the election. During the campaign, he delivered a street speech in front of Okutani’s home. He urged Okutani to “come out,” and livestreamed himself pressing the doorbell. Okutani and his mother had evacuated from the house, but Tachibana went on to ask social media users on X, formerly Twitter, to provide information about any sightings of Okutani. Some posts in response said such things as, “He seems to be hiding in the Arima Onsen hot spring resort.” Even after the election, strangers have kept standing in front of Okutani’s home and ringing the doorbell. He has consulted with police. Okutani said with an exhausted expression on his face: “Posts about me on social media are all full of misinformation. This is the first time for me to fear this much for my physical safety.” On social media, a phenomenon called the “echo chamber effect” tends to occur, as users’ ways of thinking become distorted as they are more likely to become connected only with other users who hold similar opinions. Fujio Toriumi, a professor at the University of Tokyo and an expert in computational social science, said that only about 10% of accounts on X reposted posts both in support and in opposition of Saito during the election campaign period from Oct. 31 to Nov. 16. He said that X users who supported Saito tended to repost only those posts made by supporters of the governor and opponents tended to only have contact with others who were critical of him, indicating that the two groups were cut off from each other. It is possible that such echo chambers led to increasingly radical language being used among the two groups. Okutani was not the only one targeted by such online abuse. Kazumi Inamura, 52, who finished second in the gubernatorial election, was the subject of a campaign of disinformation on social media. There were posts that claimed she was trying to promote foreigners’ rights to take part in Japanese politics, even though she had never mentioned such a stance. Her election office received phone calls in protest from people who wrongly believed the posts. Yoshiaki Hashimoto, a professor emeritus at the University of Tokyo and an expert on information social psychology, said about the protesting phone calls, “It was probably a result of confirmation bias.” Confirmation bias refers to the psychological tendency of people to only collect information that matches their own opinions. “It is possible that the protesters strongly believed that they were right and the sense of justice they held encouraged them to take such radical action. Even if others call for cool-headed discussions, they see them as enemies and never accept them,” he said. An example of such an incident taken to an extreme was the attack on the U.S. Capitol Building in the wake of the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Donald Trump refused to accept his loss in the election and called on people to participate in protest rallies or take other actions. As a result, a group of Trump supporters formed a mob and temporarily occupied the U.S. congressional building. In Brazil in 2022, about 4,000 people, mainly supporters of a defeated presidential candidate, intruded into the National Congress and other public places based on information received through social media. They committed destructive acts. In the recent Hyogo gubernatorial election, there was evidence of budding violence caused by divisions among the public. At the venues of Saito’s speeches, jeers were heard alongside voices of support. On Nov. 15, during the final phase of the election campaign, thousands of people gathered to hear Saito’s speech in front of JR Himeji Station. In response to opponents of Saito raising placards, some members of the audience repeatedly shouted, “Go home.” At one point, police officers entered the space between them. A 42-year-old man from Nagata Ward, Kobe, held a paper sheet reading, “Shame on you, Saito.” “Saito’s supporters are conspiracy theorists who blindly believe information on social media,” the man said. The man said he got acquainted with fellow anti-Saito activists via social media. Tatsuhiko Yamamoto, a professor at Keio University and an expert on constitutional studies, said, “If divisions accelerate on social media, [Japanese society] may fall into chaotic situations like those seen in the United States and Brazil, in which people tried to overturn election results with violence.” “We need to have discussions as soon as possible about how we can build a system in which people can easily access objective and useful information, rather than extreme opinions,” he added.

Marpai has secured a number of significant new accounts for 2025 TAMPA, Fla. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marpai, Inc. ("Marpai" or the "Company") MRAI , a technology platform company, operates as a national Third-Party Administrator (TPA) through its subsidiaries. Marpai is transforming the $22 billion TPA market by offering affordable, intelligent, healthcare solutions to self-funded employer health plans. Traditionally, TPAs target about 80% of their new business and renewals for January 1 st ; with the addition of our new sales team in early 2024, the Company is pleased to report that it has secured several new major clients for 2025. Some of the new clients include: a 4,000 employee life restaurant group, a 6,000 employee life multi-location hospital group and a few housing industry clients with approximately 3,400 employee lives that are set to transition over the course of 2025. The additional sales, along with the continued execution on efficiencies and cost reductions, keep the Company on track for expected break-even performance in early 2025. "Our sales team has excelled in leveraging Marpai Saves to deliver immediate value to our targeted industries," commented Damien Lamendola , Marpai CEO and Director. "Additionally, our focus on cost efficiency and productivity keeps us on track for an expected break-even in early 2025. It's been a busy but successful year." About Marpai, Inc. Marpai, Inc. MRAI is a technology platform company which operates subsidiaries that provide TPA and value-oriented health plan services to employers that directly pay for employee health benefits. Primarily competing in the $22 billion TPA sector serving self-funded employer health plans representing over $1 trillion in annual claims. Through its Marpai Saves initiative, the Company works to deliver the healthiest member population for the health plan budget. Operating nationwide, Marpai offers access to leading provider networks including Aetna and Cigna, industry leading Reference Based Pricing (RBP) solutions and all TPA services. For more information, visit www.marpaihealth.com , the content of which is not incorporated by reference into this press release. Investors are invited to visit https://www.ir.marpaihealth.com . Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer This press release contains forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve significant risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements can be identified through the use of words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "guidance," "may," "can," "could", "will", "potential", "should," "goal" and variations of these words or similar expressions. For example, the Company is using forward looking statements when it discusses new business, future opportunities, that the new client contracts are set to transition over the course of 2025 and its expected break-even potential in early 2025. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect Marpai's current expectations and speak only as of the date of this release. Actual results may differ materially from Marpai's current expectations depending upon a number of factors. These factors include, among others, adverse changes in general economic and market conditions, competitive factors including but not limited to pricing pressures and new product introductions, uncertainty of customer acceptance of new product offerings and market changes, risks associated with managing the growth of the business. Except as required by law, Marpai does not undertake any responsibility to revise or update any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about Marpai and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in Marpai's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC's web site at http://www.sec.gov . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/marpai-announces-general-updates-for-q4-302317017.html SOURCE Marpai © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.ALEXANDRIA, Virginia—Richard Andre Newman thought he would live the rest of his life in his quiet, leafy neighborhood in suburban Virginia. He was born and raised in Bren Mar Park, where children ride their bikes and neighbors wave hello. But now, as he’s approaching 60, he’s considering selling his Fairfax County home and moving away. That’s because he’s getting a new neighbor: Plaza 500, a 466,000-square-foot data center and an adjacent electrical substation to be built a few hundred feet from townhomes, playgrounds and a community center. Newman feels helpless to stop it. “I planned on staying here until I died,” he said, “until this came up.” The sprawling, windowless warehouses that hold rows of high-speed servers powering almost everything the world does on phones and computers are increasingly becoming fixtures of the American landscape, popping up in towns, cities and suburbs across the United States. Demand for data centers ballooned in recent years due to the rapid growth of cloud computing and artificial intelligence, and local governments are competing for lucrative deals with big tech companies. But as data centers begin to move into more densely populated areas, abutting homes and schools, parks and recreation centers, some residents are pushing back against the world’s most powerful corporations over concerns about the economic, social and environmental health of their communities. Tyler Ray, a vocal critic of data centers and leader in the fight against the Virginia project, said the incentives offered are not enough to counteract the consequences of building a facility so close to homes. “All that we are asking for is, as the county is trying to bring in this data center income, that they are doing it in a way that doesn’t run residents away from their homes,” he said. Dotting the hills in Northern Virginia In Northern Virginia, more than 300 data centers dot the rolling hills of the area’s westernmost counties. Cyclists who ride the popular Washington & Old Dominion trail are at times flanked by data centers, and the thousands of commuters who head into the nation’s capital each day can see them in the distance from the Metro. Plaza 500, one of the latest proposals in the area, is encroaching on neighborhoods like never before, said Newman, who heads a homeowners association in the community. The pitch from Starwood Capital Group, the private investment firm founded by billionaire Barry Sternlicht, to Fairfax County officials promised a significant property tax boost and, in addition to permanent positions in the data center itself, hundreds of temporary construction and electrical jobs to build the facility. Tyler Ray and his husband moved to the Bren Pointe community in 2022, hoping to balance proximity to Washington with a desire for green space. But shortly after the couple moved in, Starwood Capital began scoping out a commercial property near their new home as a possible location for the Plaza 500 project. When Ray and his neighbors learned of the proposal, they held protests, attended regular county meetings and drew media attention to their concerns to try and stop the development. But their efforts were largely unsuccessful: the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in September said all newly proposed data centers must adhere to stricter zoning rules, but the Plaza 500 project would be grandfathered in under the old rules. Ray worries that more data centers in the area could compromise the already stressed power grid: Over 25% of all power produced in Virginia in 2023 went to data centers, a figure that could rise as high as 46% by 2030 if data center growth continues at its current pace. Some estimates also show a mid-sized data center commands the same water usage every day as 1,000 households, prompting concerns over the cost of water. Ray also frets over air quality, as the massive diesel generators that help power the data centers’ hardware send plumes of toxic pollutants into the atmosphere. A spokesman for the firm declined to respond to questions for this story. “I don’t know how a general resident, even someone who has been engaging intently on an issue,” Ray said, “has any chance to go up against the data center industry.” Local leaders say data centers provide a financial boon For local governments, attracting data centers to their municipalities means a financial boon: Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said in 2024 that Virginia’s existing data centers brought in $1 billion in tax revenue, more than the $750 million in tax breaks given to the tech companies that own them in 2023. For average-sized facilities, data centers offer a small number of direct jobs—often fewer than 100 positions. Google announced recently that its two data centers in Loudoun County, which has about 440,000 residents, created only around 150 direct jobs. But data center advocates argue that the number of indirect jobs like construction, technology support and electrical work make the projects worthwhile. In that same announcement, Google said their investment spurred 2,730 indirect jobs. Kathy Smith, the vice chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, voted in favor of the Plaza 500 proposal because, in her estimation, data center growth is inevitable in the region, and Fairfax County should reap the benefits. “I have a responsibility to step back from what we do and look at the big picture,” Smith said. “Data centers are not going away.” Amazon data centers welcomed by some in Oregon county On the other side of the country, in Morrow County, Oregon, Amazon Web Services has built at least five data centers surrounding the 4,200-person town of Boardman, nestled among vast stretches of farmland flecked with mint patches and wind turbines, next to the Columbia River. Last year, AWS, which is owned by Amazon, paid roughly $34 million in property taxes and fees stipulated in the agreements after receiving a $66-million tax break. The company also paid out $10 million total in two, one-time payments to a community development fund and spent another $1.7 million in charitable donations in the community in 2023. That money has been instrumental in updating infrastructure and bolstering services for the roughly 12,000-person county, going toward a new ladder fire engine, a school resource officer, police body cameras, and $5,000 grants for homebuyers among other things. Still, some residents are skeptical of the scale of tax break deals. Suspicions started years ago, when three formerly elected officials allegedly helped approve data center deals while owning a stake in a company that contracted with AWS to provide fiber-optic cables for the data centers. In June, they each paid $2,000 to settle an ethics complaint against them. Those officials are no longer in office. But some remain wary of the relationships between the company and local officials, and raised eyebrows at one of the latest data center deals which gives AWS an estimated $1 billion in tax breaks spread over the 15 years to build five new data centers. Former county commissioner Jim Doherty described a meeting with AWS officials soon after he was elected to office at an upscale restaurant in Boardman, where large windows opened onto the Columbia River. The AWS representatives asked what Doherty wanted to accomplish as a commissioner. “They said, ‘Tell us what your dreams are. Tell us what you need. Tell us what we can do for you,’” Doherty recalled. Other former officials have described similar interactions. Doherty said AWS didn’t ask for anything in return, but the exchange left him uneasy. “We engage with stakeholders in every community where we operate around the world, and part of that outreach is to better understand a community’s goals,” said Kevin Miller, AWS’ Vice President of global data centers. “This helps AWS be a catalyst for communities to achieve those goals, and reflects our ongoing commitment to being good neighbors.” Doherty and another former county commissioner Melissa Lindsay said they pushed unsuccessfully in 2022 for AWS to pay more in taxes in new data center negotiations. They also lobbied to hire outside counsel to negotiate on their behalf, feeling outgunned by the phalanx of AWS-suited lawyers. “We didn’t want to blow it up. We didn’t want to run them off,” said Lindsay. “But there were better deals to be made.” Boardman Mayor Paul Keefer and Police Chief Rick Stokoe say their direct line to AWS allows them to get the most out of the company. “This road right here? Wouldn’t happen if it wasn’t for AWS,” said Keefer, riding in the passenger seat of Stokoe’s cruiser, pointing out the window at construction workers shifting dirt and laying pavement. Both Keefer and Stokoe have been in positions to vote on whether to authorize tax breaks for AWS. “These companies would not be here if they weren’t getting some kind of incentive,” Stokoe said. “There wouldn’t be any money to talk about.”

Palantir ( PLTR 0.47% ) has become one of the hottest stocks on Wall Street. Its stock has shot up over 300% in 2024, making it one of the best-performing stocks in the market. As a result, many investors are wondering if this is the best AI stock to buy right now. However, I think there's a much more promising AI company out there, and it has far better growth than Palantir. SoundHound AI ( SOUN 12.60% ) is another stock often touted as a potential AI millionaire maker. But could it outperform Palantir? Let's take a look. SoundHound AI has a far greater chance of making you a millionaire by itself For either of these two stocks to make you a millionaire by itself would require significant growth (although SoundHound would be more feasible). Let's start with an initial investment of $10,000. That would require each stock to rise by 100 times in value. If Palantir did that, it would be worth $15.9 trillion. For reference, the largest company in the world right now is Apple , which is valued at $3.67 trillion. SoundHound AI doesn't have as ridiculous of a path to becoming a millionaire maker, as it would need to be worth $375 billion to turn $10,000 into $1 million. So, a better way to look at these two investments is that they will grow faster than the broader market, accelerating your path to becoming a millionaire. But which one will do it better? Both Palantir and SoundHound AI are deeply involved in the AI game. Palantir builds application-specific programs for each business to deploy AI so that decision-makers can be armed with the most up-to-date information possible. It's also working to integrate generative AI into workflows , so AI isn't a product that's used on the side. SoundHound is centered around a different part of AI. Its software takes audio inputs and plugs them into AI models, allowing sectors like the automotive, restaurant, or financial services industries to automate tasks that humans traditionally do. As SoundHound is a much smaller company than Palantir, it's relatively early on its journey of implementing its software. However, it diversified its business significantly, and no single client makes up more than 12% of revenue, and its largest sector makes up 25%. SoundHound also has a key advantage over Palantir: It's growing much faster. In Q3, SoundHound's revenue grew 89% year over year to $25.1 million. It expects massive growth in 2025, with revenue expected to double from 2024's figure. Palantir is also doing well, but not nearly that well. In Q3, Palantir's revenue rose 30% year over year to $726 million. That means Palantir's revenue is nearly 30 times that of SoundHound's. However, it's not growing nearly as fast, and Wall Street analysts expect Palantir's revenue to rise around 24% next year. As companies get larger, it becomes harder to grow as fast, so it's not surprising to see the upstart exceeding Palantir's growth rate. However, there is one metric Palantir is beating SoundHound at, and it's not a good one. Both stocks are incredibly expensive Every stock has its price, and the more hype and potential it has, the higher its valuation. When assessing both companies by the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio , it's clear both stocks are very highly valued. SOUN PS Ratio data by YCharts With Palantir trading at 64.5 times sales and SoundHound trading at 40.5 times sales, it's clear the market values these two businesses highly. Most might even consider them "overvalued." However, it is a real head-scratcher that Palantir is growing at a significantly slower rate than SoundHound, yet it trades at a 50% higher premium. If each company hits Wall Street's 2025 projections, SoundHound would trade for 20 times sales, and Palantir would trade at 47 times. While 20 times sales is probably a reasonable price to pay for SoundHound's stock, 46.5 is still far too high for Palantir. In the battle of these two AI stocks , SoundHound is by far the better option. However, it still has far more risk than many other stocks in the market, so investors need to be aware of that, too.

Jeep owners file class-action over alleged engine-fire issue1. A hanging garbage bag holder that'll make you say, "Well, why didn't I think of that?" Just sweep any food scraps right in as you're cooking, and it won't crowd your counter space. Promising review: "I love the convenience of this product. It fits perfectly over my kitchen counter drawer and holds my vegetable waste. I was moving my large trash can over to my prep area each time I cooked. Now I just put this trash holder up and a recycle bag. So easy, so clean. I just bought a second one for a friend! " — Kindle Customer Get it from Amazon for $6.99 . 2. A splatter guard aptly named "Frywall" to keep the grease contained when you're grilling a burger or piece of salmon. It's got you covered — literally. It's made of BPA-free silicone that's heat-resistant up to 450 degrees. You can throw it in the dishwasher for cleaning and roll it up for compact storage. This size is designed to fit any 10-inch pan, but it also comes in a larger size and a smaller size . Promising review: "I bought the 10-inch to use with my cast iron skillet. It fit perfectly, was easy to wash and dry, and folded flat for easy storage in the rack with my pot lids. What a dream not to have to clean up those splatters, especially on the cooking grates which are, in my case, heavy and awkward to wash. No more avoiding recipes that call for a sear because I don’t want to deal with a mess. I bought one for my sister...we both don’t like having extra gadgets in the kitchen, but this is worth having. Also great for placing in the salad bowl before tossing...again, no mess. For me, the cooking screens are not worth it because as soon as you lift them to turn your food you get splattering. Getting some for X-mas stocking stuffers." — R. Feinberg Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in four colors). 3. A handy gadget for slicing a bunch of cherry tomatoes (or grapes or olives) at once. No more painstakingly slicing them one by one! Promising review: "Great product, I love cherry tomatoes in salad but it always takes time to cut them. Now it’s solved and I liked the slicer so much that I bought five for all my friends and relatives! Thanks to the people who designed it! So simple but so thoughtful." — alena Get it from Amazon for $15.95 . 4. A spill stopper so starchy foods (like pasta and potatoes — the best foods) don't boil over and create a giant mess you have to clean up after dinner...or the next day. This 11-inch spill stopper is made of silicone that's heat-resistant up to 400 degrees. It's also microwave- and dishwasher-safe. Promising review: "This little gadget is amazing — it really works! I've used it with boiling potatoes and pasta. It's so much nicer to be able to just wash this off instead of scraping the burned-on, starchy residue off the top of the stove. After I used it a few times, I bought a few more as gifts for family members, and they're all delighted with them, too. " — Busy Crafter Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in three colors). 5. A clip-on strainer to prevent your food from falling into the sink — and without needing to haul out the full-size colander. This is especially handy if you're cooking for just one or two people. It's made of flexible silicone and designed to fit most pots and pans. Promising review: "Finally, a product that does what it's actually advertised to do. We were skeptical, but the first time out, it easily fit on the pot we were using. The clips are sturdy and we didn't lose one potato when we drained the pot. In fact, it worked so well, I bought four more and gave them to friends! " — Charla P. Get it from Amazon for $16.50 + (available in four colors). 6. A cutting board with a bottom tray for catching chopped veggies, run-off juices, or scraps. Bonus for BBQ season: you can also use the tray to marinate meats. It's also dishwasher-safe. Promising review: "I have had mine for eight years now and it still is in excellent shape. It is like an extra pair of hands when cooking. I just ordered five more for Christmas gifts. This thing will not disappoint, so buy with confidence!!" — Jason C. Get it from Amazon for $21.99 . 7. A set of stackable refrigerator storage bins so you can actually see all your snacks and ingredients at a glance. It's satisfying, space-saving, and waste-reducing (because you'll end up reaching for more of the food when it's not hidden). Promising review: "I have recently bought a fridge over freezer refrigerator and received the fridge bins as a Christmas gift. After organizing the new appliance with the bins, everything is in 'standup' eyesight. Best of all, it stays organized! I have since bought a set to gift to someone else. I promise it has brought delight to my life!" — M. Malpass Get a set of six from Amazon for $34.99 . 8. A collapsible multipurpose stand that's primarily a bottle drying rack — but can also serve as a plastic bag holder. It's made of solid steel so it's actually very sturdy and stable. Read our review of this multipurpose rack (#1 on the list). Promising review: "This is my second one for myself. I bought a total of four — two I gave as gifts. I have several water bottles and most times I wash more than one at a time. I also reuse silicone bags and sometimes plastic bags and dry those on this item. I dry drinking glasses, too. I have no complaints about this bottle dryer and highly recommend it. I read some reviews on Amazon that said theirs were not sturdy. This one is very sturdy. If you place your heavier bottles or glassware properly and opposite from each other, there should be no problem. I keep it on the counter near my kitchen sink, ready to use." — baby game Get it from Amazon for $16.97+ (available in two colors). 9. A set of stove counter gap covers to keep crumbs (and liquids) from falling into the unreachable abyss. These are heat-resistant up to 446 degrees so you don't have to worry about them melting while you cook. They're easy to wipe clean but you can also toss them into the dishwasher. Promising review: "Ugh, I hated cleaning in between the oven and counters. Crumbs everywhere! I saw my friend had these nifty covers, and I had to have them! Mine are four years strong and still look great. I've ordered a few more for friends and family and they love them! " — H.Kim21 Get a set of two from Amazon for $24.95 (available in two lengths and colors). 10. A brush and squeegee combo for swiping spills and scraps from the counter into the sink. And it'll easily rinse clean after, unlike a rag or paper towel. Full disclosure: I own this nifty gadget and love it. Promising review: "We have had several people ask us where we got this! We have gifted it several times as well. It’s perfect for the gunk in your sink and is easy to use!" — Brynn Leavitt Get it from Amazon for $11.02 . 11. A cold brew maker so you can make delicious, cafe-quality iced joe at home instead of spending $$$ at a coffee shop. Plus, this will actually look cute sitting in your fridge. Promising review: "I have several, both large and small sizes. I always have two in the fridge, one for iced tea and one for cold brew coffee. I have given them as gifts, and everyone loves them. They are super durable, easy to clean and so useful. Worth every penny." — cdunn Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes). 12. A slotted fish turner that's definitely not just for fish — reviewers say it'll effortlessly slide under anything like burger patties, warm cookies, fried eggs, and more. It's flippin' awesome. Promising review: " This was a gift for our daughter-in-law because she came here and was envious of ours. If you want to flip anything, get this." — Beth L. Get it from Amazon for $15.95 . 13. A microwave pasta cooker for making dinner in minutes, because some days you're so hungry that the regular way just takes too darn long and requires too many pots and pans. Promising review: " I love my Fasta Pasta so much that I bought a bunch more to gift to family and friends. Making pasta meals with this microwave product is a breeze... much easier and more convenient that the traditional way of cooking spaghetti, penne, macaroni, etc. and the pasta is perfect every time!" — Laura Burnham Get it from Amazon for $16.99 . 14. A perforated washing bowl so rinsing rice and produce won't be a draining process. This colander bowl is made of BPA-free, food-grade plastic and is top-rack dishwasher–safe. It comes in two sizes — both have drainage holes on the side, but the smaller bowl has a solid bottom whereas the larger bowl has a perforated bottom. Promising review: "Love this item. I purchased one over 10 years ago at a store and haven’t been able to find it again until now. Got three because my mom wanted one and another for a family member." — JO Get it from Amazon for $8.15+ (available in two sizes). 15. A two-stage knife sharpener that'll restore dull blades to a razor sharp state. And when you're done, it'll fit nicely in the drawers. Read our full review of the KitchenIQ knife sharpener ! Promising review: "I never thought I'd be writing a review on a knife sharpener, but I love this damn thing. I'm woefully terrible at sharpening my blades with a traditional knife sharpener. I'm better off just buying a new knife set. I had a set of dull KitchenAid knives, and I used this on all of them, and it's completely renewed my set. I can finally chop and slice cleanly. It's such a simple gadget, but it really improved my knives and it is EASY. I gave one to my mom as a gift because I liked it so much. " — Victoria O. Get it from Amazon for $8.45+ (available in three colors). 16. A silicone freezing tray to get perfect individual portions of homemade broth, chili, smoothies, or pasta sauce. It's simply ideal for your weekly meal prep. It comes with a lid to help maintain freshness and keep out odors. It's made of food-safe silicone that's BPA-free and dishwasher-safe. Promising review: "Obsessed with these. As a soup lover, this is the perfect way to freeze some soup for a 'rainy day.' They are very sturdy and can be stacked in the freezer to save space. Easy to pop out frozen soup cubes. Loved them so much, I’ve bought more to give to fellow soup lovers for gifts. " — Hood Family Farms Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in four colors). 17. A manual food chopper for breaking up ground meats, mashing potatoes, or cutting up hard-boiled eggs. This food chopper is made of food-safe nylon and has no sharp edges. It's safe to use with nonstick cookware. Promising review: "I purchased this and liked it so much I purchased and gave away as Christmas gifts. Breaking up meat with a spatula or spoon is SO much harder than using the ChopStir. With ChopStir, you don't get wrist fatigue, and the meat is broken up into consistent sizes throughout the pan. I had a party guest ask me how I managed to break up the sausage in my stuffed mushrooms so well, and I showed her the ChopStir. She was one of the people I got this for for Christmas, and she's been loving it ever since!" — Sarah Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors). 18. A space-saving under-cabinet jar opener reviewers say actually works — on bottles and jars of all sizes — and isn't gimmicky. Promising review: " I got this as a gift and have since gifted to several others. It's easy to install and is completely out of sight. It makes any lid simple to unscrew, even the tiny ones on nail polish! Seemed like one of those useless as-sold-on-TV gadgets, but it's not. I've had the same one for years, and it's never let me down." — S. Spiry Get it from Amazon for $15.99 . 19. A pack of scrubby dishcloths that won't get soggy and stinky or fall apart like sponges. Reviewers say these are durable and last for a long time. They stay odor-free without washing or microwaving and are safe to use on non-stick cookware. Promising review: " I love these so much, I keep gifting them. I had to buy more in fear of missing getting more. Note...my first has not needed replacement. I have one at home and one in my camp gear. I use them very, very, very often. Used on cast iron, blackened with soot, and soap rinsed to clean again. Cannot be better. Caution, it does snag, but who cares?" — Nora Allen Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8+ (available in three colors). 20. A 4-in-1 chopper to make slicing, dicing, and spiralizing 👏 so 👏 much 👏 easier. Reviewers say it's game-changing for prep and has even encouraged them to eat more veggies. Promising review: "I don't usually write reviews but this is awesome! I never knew I needed this in my life so bad!! My hands start to hurt pretty bad after a few minutes of chopping veggies, not to mention it's time-consuming. This dicer has fixed all that!!!!! I love it and have sent one to a couple of family members. Highly recommend if you do any cooking that involves chopping!!" — Leah Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ . 21. A silicone spoon rest for catching dripping sauce while also keeping your utensils separate and secure. It'll be one less thing to worry about in a chaotic kitchen. You know, like the time you offered to make a three-course meal for your in-laws. Promising review: "I like this drip pad (spoon rest) very much. I bought several as gifts for family and friends. I am always using more than one utensil when I cook, so this size is just great." — Caliartist Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 24 colors). 22. A set of magnetic stainless-steel measuring spoons (with a leveler!) so you never again have to deal with that annoying ring holder. These come apart as easily as they can be stored together in your drawers — without individual spoons getting lost. The narrow side is designed to reach into smaller spice jars. Promising review: "I love these measuring spoons! They are magnetic so I'm not digging through my drawer for the size I want. Love having the two sizes also. Several people in our family got these for Christmas. Now some are getting them for birthdays. " — Tina Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 23 colors). 23. A handheld milk frother that probably attended barista school because it'll help you whip up a cappuccino that looks and tastes incredibly ~profesh.~ Because it's small and battery-powered, you can use it for camping as well. It comes with a stainless steel stand so you don't have to worry about setting it down on the counter. Promising review: "Love it! It works a long time before the battery needs to be replaced. I use it every day, and it lasts 2+ months. Froths and mixes really well. Is portable and cleans easily! ( I always give them as gifts now — people don't know what they're missing. )" — Patricia Get it from Amazon for $7.58+ (available in 22 colors). 24. An adjustable baggy rack to hold storage bags open while you scoop food into them (which means less spillage on the counter and the floor). It folds down flat so it can fit into any kitchen gadget drawer. Promising review: "This kitchen 'tool' is the BEST thing ever! I have a large family and we use a lot of baggies for meal prep and leftovers. These bag racks have changed the game for me in the kitchen! I buy them now to use as gifts for showers and Mother's Day , etc... EVERYONE needs one of these in their kitchen drawer." — A. Roland Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.99 . 25. A 5-in-1 unitool you can use as a slotted spoon, a solid spoon, a spatula, a turner, and a cutting tool. It's truly doing the most. This tool is made from nylon and heat-resistant up to 480 degrees. It's also dishwasher-safe. Promising review: "I love this kitchen tool so much that I have bought it for all my friends and neighbors. It is truly an all-in-one tool. I also love how little space it requires." — Pete Whiley Get it from Amazon for $10 . When the person you gifted your fave kitchen gadget to loves it as much as you do: The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

What Display Daily thinks: The good thing about streaming and TV operating systems is that you don’t have to worry about legacy applications or future-proofing your system. You just need to make sure that you get app updates from the major players, and that you have a large enough viewer base to satisfy your partners, be they media companies or advertisers. Who knows how this turns out. The Trade Desk has legs in the advertising industry and probably has as good a chance to succeed as any other new entrant into the TV OS business. The vision is sound, but not novel. Roku, Samsung, LG, Google... they all have the same vision, with a one or two pieces of the puzzle missing. The real value in knowing this information is recognizing the dynamics of TV delivery are changing. Interestingly enough, none of these companies really have an approach for premium TVs. Just having the same interface appear bigger as screen sizes grow seems like a missed opportunity. TTD Announces New TV OS Called Ventura The Trade Desk (TTD) has made a significant move in the streaming television landscape with its announcement of Ventura, a new streaming TV operating system, a strategic expansion of TTD’s role in the digital advertising space, moving from its traditional position as an advertising technology provider to becoming a fundamental infrastructure player in the streaming TV ecosystem. At its core, Ventura is designed to address several critical challenges in the current streaming marketplace, according to TTD. The system promises to deliver a more intuitive and engaging user experience, featuring advanced content discovery across platforms, personalized recommendations, and streamlined subscription management. Perhaps most significantly for consumers, it aims to reduce ad frequency while increasing ad relevance, addressing one of the most common complaints about streaming services. From an advertising perspective, Ventura’s most notable innovation lies in its optimization of the advertising supply chain. The platform intends to minimize the number of intermediaries between advertisers and publishers, a change that could significantly improve return on investment for advertisers while maximizing revenue for content publishers. The integration of advanced technologies such as OpenPath and Unified ID 2.0 suggests a sophisticated approach to audience targeting and impression pricing across streaming platforms. The timing of this announcement appears carefully calculated. The streaming industry has reached a critical inflection point, with streaming viewership now exceeding traditional cable TV consumption. Additionally, the proliferation of ad-supported streaming options from major media companies has created a complex ecosystem that could benefit from standardization and optimization. TTD’s position as a content-neutral party appears to be a key strategic advantage, with CEO Jeff Green emphasizing the company’s objective stance as a facilitator rather than a content owner. Industry support for Ventura appears robust, with endorsements from major players across the media landscape. Disney Advertising, through SVP Jamie Power, has acknowledged the emergence of a new paradigm in TV advertising, while Paramount Advertising’s President John Halley praised TTD’s innovative approach to programmatic advertising. Tubi Media Group’s CEO Paul Cheesbrough emphasized the importance of precise audience targeting in the evolving streaming landscape. Perhaps most intriguingly, Sonos’s involvement suggests potential integration with premium audio equipment, hinting at Ventura’s ambitions beyond traditional smart TV implementations. The deployment timeline, set for 2025, reflects the ambitious scope of this project. TTD envisions Ventura being adopted not only by smart TV manufacturers but also by a diverse range of streaming aggregators, including airlines and hotel chains. This broad target market suggests TTD sees an opportunity to standardize the streaming experience across multiple contexts and environments. While the announcement is overwhelmingly positive, several implicit challenges and risks warrant consideration. The success of Ventura will largely depend on its adoption rate among manufacturers and aggregators, many of whom may have existing relationships with other operating system providers. Integration challenges with existing systems and potential resistance from current market leaders could also impact the platform’s rollout. The financial implications of this move are significant. By positioning itself at the operating system level, TTD could potentially capture more value from the streaming advertising ecosystem while creating efficiencies that benefit both advertisers and publishers. The emphasis on supply chain optimization suggests a focus on reducing costs and improving transparency, which could help justify the investment required for partners to adopt the platform.

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