META ENDS FACT-CHECKING ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM. Meta has stopped fact-checking posts on Facebook and Instagram, positioning itself as a free-speech platform. Zuck told Fox News the third party political fact checkers are “too politically biased.”
Critics argue the move could open the door to misinformation as the company shifts its focus from content moderation to user autonomy. The left will say it's a bow to Trump. The right will say it's a move for free speech.
—> MEET THE FUTURE: Nobody cares what you post in your feed. Nobody trusts cable news. Cable news is dead. Old political media is dead. It’s time for data-based information platforms without the infotainment BS.
It’s time to meet the future.
hello, future. it’s me, kev.
…and this is a dispatch from the digital frontier.It’s time to meet the future NOW — with the latest on markets, tech, and freedom. The day is 7. The year is 2025. The planet is Earth. My name is Kevin Cirilli —> LinkedIn | Substack | mtf.tv.
—> SPIT ON A STICK TO SEE HOW STRESSED YOU ARE. Feeling fried? A new test lets you spit on a stick to measure your burnout levels by analyzing cortisol in your saliva. It’s science—but also slightly awkward—and perfect for when your therapist asks, “How are you really doing?” It’s one of the personalized wellness plans via saliva that’s debuted at CES in Las Vegas this week.
Back to the future...
FUTURES
WALL STREET SLUMPS AS STRONG ECONOMIC DATA STOKES INFLATION FEARS. Wall Street declined Tuesday as robust economic indicators heightened inflation concerns, leading to increased bond yields and a tech stock sell-off.
Digging Deeper:
Market Performance: The S&P 500 fell 1.1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.4%, and the Nasdaq composite tumbled 1.9%. Source: AP News.
Economic Indicators: Unexpectedly strong job market and business activity reports suggest persistent inflation, reducing the likelihood of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
Tech Sector Impact: High Treasury yields made bonds more attractive than stocks, leading to significant losses for tech giants like Nvidia, Amazon, Tesla, Apple, and Microsoft.
Upcoming Data: Investors are now focusing on Friday's job report, anticipating moderate job growth.
CRYPTO
BITCOIN DROPS 4% AFTER U.S. JOBS DATA RELEASE. Bitcoin fell 4% after a report showed strong U.S. job openings, raising fears of more interest rate hikes. Traders also pointed to market manipulation activity, like fake orders, as a factor in the price drop.
—> GET AHEAD: Strong job market data makes it more likely the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates, which can hurt Bitcoin's appeal. Analysts warn Bitcoin could dip further if it doesn’t hold key support levels.
🚨OUT: MICHAEL BARR AT FED. Michael Barr, the Federal Reserve’s Vice Chair for Supervision, announced he will step down this summer, ending his term overseeing key banking regulations.
—> Known for his cautious stance on crypto and risk management, Barr’s departure could open the door for a shift in regulatory priorities. Markets are now watching closely for his potential successor.
SPACE
🌕🚀 MOON VS. MARS: NASA AND MUSK'S DIFFERING PATHS TO SPACE EXPLORATION. NASA sees the Moon as a crucial testing ground for future Mars missions, emphasizing lunar missions through its Artemis Program to prepare for long-term human exploration of the Red Planet.
—> ELON'S TAKE: Musk dismisses the Moon as a "distraction," betting on direct missions to Mars with SpaceX's Starship. Two visions, one goal: shaping humanity's future in space. 🌌 Source: SpaceNews.
PLUTO’S PRISONER: DID THE DWARF PLANET CAPTURED ITS MOON. New research suggests Pluto "captured" Charon — one of its FIVE moons — in a dramatic gravitational event billions of years ago. This celestial interaction reshaped both bodies, creating one of the solar system's most intriguing pairings. Source: Space.com.
QUANTUM // ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
🚀 MEET THE FUTURE —> NVIDIA DEBUTS PERSONAL QUANTUM COMPUTER: FITS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND. Nvidia’s Project Digits puts the power of an AI supercomputer to your desk. It’s compact, affordable ($3,000), and eliminates the need for costly cloud infrastructure, making cutting-edge AI accessible to everyone starting in May 2025.
WHAT IT DOES — PUT SIMPLY: Toaster-sized Project Digits packs the power of a supercomputer into a device you can use at home or in the office.
—> BUT I ALREADY HAVE CHATGPT…? With Digits, you can run advanced AI models locally—without needing internet access or paying ongoing cloud fees. Think of it as having your own private AI lab at your fingertips, ready to handle complex tasks instantly.
📈🤖 WHY YOUR SMALL BUSINESS WANTS A QUANTUM COMPUTER: Quantum computers like Nvidia’s Project Digits bring AI within reach of small businesses. From app development to automating processes, it’s like when calculators, word processors, and printers revolutionized the office—only now, it’s AI taking your business to the next level.
🧑💻 WHY SCHOOLS WANT A QUANTUM COMPUTER: You need a calculator to do math. You need a quantum computer to build AI. Welcome to the future. Quantum computers like Nvidia’s Project Digits give students and researchers access to cutting-edge AI tools previously reserved for elite institutions. This will train a new wave of innovators to shape the future—just like Apple’s iMac introduced millennials to the digital world. 🚀
JOBS OF THE FUTURE: Want your kid to get a job? Young people who know how to use quantum computers will be crucial in the emerging quantum economy that will harnass the power of artificial intelligence to build and integrate automated systems and design user experience.
💻🚀 BURNING QUESTION: WILL NVIDIA'S DESKTOP AI UPEND SUBSCRIPTION MODELS? Nvidia’s Project Digits puts AI supercomputing power on your desk, letting users run advanced models like ChatGPT locally. With no need for cloud access or monthly fees, it could challenge subscription-based AI platforms like OpenAI’s. Or it could turn OpenAI into an app store of sorts where things built on quantum computers end up on OpenAI.
GEOPOLITICS
TRUMP AND XI RECONNECT THROUGH AIDES: A NEW TURN IN U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS? President-elect Donald Trump revealed that he and Chinese President Xi Jinping have resumed indirect communication through their aides.
This revelation, made during a recent interview, hints at a possible shift in the tense U.S.-China dynamic, with high stakes over trade policies, Taiwan, and global influence.
—> DIG DEEPER: The announcement comes as both nations face mounting pressure to navigate a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. Trump’s remarks suggest a cautious re-engagement, contrasting with the hardline rhetoric that has characterized U.S.-China relations in recent years.
🌊⚡CHINA-TAIWAN CABLE CLASH: UNDERSEA INTERNET RISKS. Taiwan has accused China of damaging key undersea cables near its islands, raising alarms over the vulnerability of global internet infrastructure. These cables carry 95% of international internet traffic, making them critical to the world’s economy and communication.
—> THREATS FROM CHINA AND RUSSIA: Experts warn that China and Russia could target these cables in a conflict, creating global disruptions. Taiwan recently blamed China for damaging key cables near its islands, highlighting the growing risks.
—> GLOBAL IMPLICATIONS: A major attack on undersea cables could cripple the internet, disrupt economies, and escalate geopolitical tensions. Securing these hidden arteries of connectivity is now a top priority for global powers.
—> SECURITY ON ALERT: Governments are scrambling to secure these hidden arteries of communication as geopolitical tensions rise. Protecting them is no longer optional—it’s a matter of global stability.
ONE MORE THING
🧠 💻 BRAIN CHIPS TO FIGHT ALZHEIMER’S? Brain chips and the fusion of biology, engineering, and chemistry isn't just sci-fi—it's the next frontier in fighting brain diseases. Scientists in Portugal and the U.S. are building brain-emulating microchips to revolutionize treatments for neurological disorders like Alzheimer's.
—> MEET THE FUTURE, where a thumbnail-sized chip simulates brain activity in real-time, paving the way for cutting-edge nanotherapeutics. 🔬 ⚙️ 🧬
—> DIG DEEPER: At the University of Virginia, scientists are testing deep brain implants designed to slow or reverse Alzheimer's effects. Sources: Engineer’s Journal; Morning Express; UVA Today.
With gratitude,
Kev
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