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AI Chatbots: Safety vs. Speech

Grok’s controversy revives critical debate over free speech, safety, and unchecked automation in AI.   🚨 AI Safety in the Spotlight AI Chatbots: Safety vs. Speech. Artificial intelligence chatbots have quickly become integrated into everything—from remote staff to dealership customer service. But recent events are raising red flags about just how safe these systems truly […]

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Hiring Slowdown Hits Hard

How economic uncertainty is stalling job opportunities beyond essential industries   Employers Hit Pause, Not Panic Hiring Slowdown Hits Hard. Rather than initiating massive layoffs, many U.S. employers are choosing to hold off on new hires. This trend marks a significant shift in the labor market as economic uncertainty pushes companies to act cautiously. According

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Ford Fuel Pump Recall

Owners of Bronco, F-150, Super Duty Trucks, and Other Models Urged to Watch for Engine Stall Recall Notices   Major Recall Hits Popular Ford Models Ford Motor Company has issued a recall affecting several widely driven models, including the 2021–2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-Series Super Duty trucks (F-250 to F-550), 2021–2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang,

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Japan Expands Robot Workforce

13,000 new robots power Japan’s push for efficiency and next-gen vehicle production   Robot Deployment Hits 4-Year Peak Japan Expands Robot Workforce. In 2024, Japanese automakers installed 13,000 industrial robots—a notable 11% increase compared to the previous year, marking the highest surge since 2020, according to data from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). Global

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New Car Prices Climb

Consumers face higher costs as average new vehicle prices continue to increase across the U.S. auto market.   New Vehicle Prices Tick Up in June New Car Prices Climb. According to Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive brand, the average transaction price (ATP) for new vehicles rose slightly in June to $48,907, a 0.4% increase

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Choosing the Right Addendum

How DealerXT’s Arbitration Addendum Helps Dealerships Reduce Legal Costs and Risk   Choosing the Right Addendum. When it comes to managing legal risk, one overlooked but critical detail in a dealership’s retail installment sales contract and paperwork is the Arbitration Agreement. Many dealers assume that these contracts and agreements are standard. They are not!! Strategic

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Remote Work Shared Gains

Exploring how remote work empowers employees and drives business success   A Post-Pandemic Workplace Shift Remote Work Shared Gains. The pandemic permanently reshaped how we live and work. Companies were forced to redefine their workplace culture and operational structures to adapt. Today, businesses that fail to offer at least hybrid work options risk losing both

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