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Firefox Integrates Perplexity AI Search Engine as Global Default Option

Mozilla has officially integrated Perplexity’s AI answer engine into Firefox as a permanent search option following successful testing. The feature offers conversational search with cited answers and will expand to mobile devices in coming months.

In a significant move that bridges traditional web browsing with artificial intelligence capabilities, Mozilla has officially integrated AI-powered search engine Perplexity as a default option in its Firefox browser. Unlike competitors developing dedicated AI browsers, Mozilla’s approach allows users to enhance their existing browsing experience with advanced question answering capabilities while maintaining Firefox’s core functionality and privacy-focused philosophy.

From Limited Testing to Global Availability

by Ethan Reynolds PhDOctober 14, 2025

Business Economy and Trading

US Banking Giants See Deal Boom Amid Asset Bubble Warnings – Q3 Analysis

** Major US banks including JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs posted strong investment banking results fueled by record equity markets and dealmaking activity. However, executives cautioned about asset price bubbles forming amid investor exuberance and geopolitical risks.

Wall Street Banks Post Strong Q3 Performance Amid Economic Resilience

Top U.S. banking institutions reported robust third-quarter earnings, driven by a significant surge in investment banking revenue and sustained consumer financial health. Despite ongoing trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainties, banks benefited from resilient economic conditions and record-high equity markets. Goldman Sachs recorded a remarkable 42% jump in investment banking revenue, while JPMorgan Chase saw a 16% increase in fees, reflecting heightened activity in mergers, acquisitions, and capital markets. Wells Fargo and Citigroup also delivered solid performances, underscoring a broad-based recovery in Wall Street operations.

by Megan CarterOctober 14, 2025

Assistive Technology Business

Walmart partners with OpenAI for ChatGPT shopping feature

In a significant move to enhance digital shopping experiences, Walmart has partnered with OpenAI to integrate direct purchasing capabilities into…

by Tyler Brooks P.EOctober 14, 2025

Manufacturing Mining

Titan Mining’s Graphite Production Expansion Amid China Export Limits

Titan Mining announces graphite concentrate production at its New York facility, with shares soaring 26.8% after China’s expanded export limits. The move aims to supply half of U.S. natural graphite demand, highlighting strategic shifts in global supply chains for EV batteries and renewable energy.

In a significant development for the North American minerals sector, Titan Mining has revealed plans to commence graphite concentrate production at its Empire State Mines in New York, sparking a 26.8% surge in its stock price. This strategic move comes just days after China broadened its export restrictions on critical minerals, underscoring global supply chain vulnerabilities. With an annual output target of 40,000 tonnes, Titan aims to fulfill approximately 50% of the current U.S. natural graphite demand, positioning itself as a key player in reducing dependency on foreign sources.

Graphite’s Critical Role in Modern Technology

by Tyler Brooks P.EOctober 14, 2025

Cryptography Legal Careers

Bitcoin Investor Roger Ver Reaches $49.9 Million Tax Settlement with Trump Administration

Roger Ver, the early cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus,” has reached a landmark settlement with the Trump administration to resolve tax evasion charges. The deferred prosecution agreement could see Ver pay up to $49.9 million while avoiding potential prison time.

The “Bitcoin Jesus” tax resolution

Early cryptocurrency investor Roger Ver, widely known in digital currency circles as “Bitcoin Jesus,” has reached a significant legal resolution with the Trump administration to settle substantial tax evasion charges. According to court documents filed in Los Angeles federal court, Ver agreed to a deferred prosecution arrangement that could require payments totaling $49.9 million to resolve allegations he evaded tens of millions in tax obligations. The settlement represents one of the most notable cryptocurrency-related tax cases resolved during the current presidential administration.

by Megan CarterOctober 14, 2025

Earth Sciences Manufacturing

Scientists Grow Metal Using Revolutionary 3D Printing Process

Researchers at EPFL have pioneered a revolutionary approach to metal manufacturing that literally grows metal structures. Using hydrogel templates and metal salt infusions, this method creates components 20 times stronger than conventional 3D-printed metals while significantly reducing material shrinkage.

In a groundbreaking development that could transform manufacturing, scientists have discovered how to literally grow metal using an innovative approach that combines hydrogel templates with metal salt infusion. This revolutionary method, developed by researchers at Switzerland’s Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, represents a significant leap forward in 3D printing technology and additive manufacturing capabilities.

The Limitations of Traditional 3D Printing Methods

by Tyler Brooks P.EOctober 14, 2025

Arts and Entertainment Manufacturing

Checking the quality of materials just got easier with a new AI tool

AI Tool SpectroGen Revolutionizes Material Quality Verification In a groundbreaking development that promises to transform manufacturing processes across multiple industries,…

by Megan CarterOctober 14, 2025

Earth Sciences Innovation

Compound from Antarctic microorganism can be used to produce food, cosmetics and medicine

Antarctic Microorganism Compound Unlocks Revolutionary Applications Across Industries Scientific Breakthrough from Extreme Environment A remarkable bioactive compound discovered in the…

by Ethan Reynolds PhDOctober 14, 2025