Key Event - Former U.S Vice President Dick Cheney passed away at 84 due to complications from pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease [1] Source - The information was reported by WSJ [1]

Market Sentiment & AI Boom - Nvidia's strong quarterly results alleviate concerns about an AI bubble and indicate continued growth in AI [2][3] - Prior to the report, Nvidia's stock fell approximately 10%, reflecting investor jitters about AI-related stocks [4] - The report, while well-received, doesn't eliminate all concerns regarding circular dealings and the balance between AI spending and returns [5] - The market is cautiously optimistic, with reduced jitters around Nvidia and AI spending [6] Demand for AI Computing Power - Nvidia's sales reflect the demand for AI computing power and the confidence buyers have in AI [3] - The demand for AI computing power is a key indicator of the overall health and prospects of the AI industry [3] Companies & Investments - Concerns exist regarding circular dealings between companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia [5] - Investors have been jittery about companies involved in AI cloud computing, such as Coreweave and Nebus [4]

Culturally, uh, the organization needs to become less bureaucratic. It needs to be more nimble. It needs to be more agile. It needs to be way more scrappy.It needs to think of itself as a startup with a ton of great assets to leverage. [Music] I want to start talking about uh technology because you know you you've spent a lot of time uh getting your arms around it. You've seen multiple waves of technology changing your career.How does this compare to previous waves. Um, I think this is a time for all of us ...

Army Modernization Initiative - The US Army is undergoing a transformation initiative to modernize equipment and prepare for future warfare, shifting away from outdated systems [2][4] - The initiative focuses on incorporating new skill sets, traits, and technology, including drones, sensors, and artificial intelligence [2][3] - The Army aims to field 1 million drones over the next 2 years, utilizing both commercial and in-house manufacturing through initiatives like Sky Foundry [5][6] Resource Allocation and Procurement - $48 billion is being reallocated from legacy equipment like Humvees and Apaches to modern warfare tools [4] - The Army is prioritizing equipment with strong supply chains and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions, aiming for 90+% COTS [4][5] - The Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) made by GM Defense is highlighted as a good example, with 80% of parts available at GM/Chevy dealerships [4][5] Technological Advancement - The Army is partnering with industry to increase compute power, leverage nuclear micro-reactors, and build a data layer using AI and machine learning [8] - Generative AI will be used to assist in complex decision-making, with humans retaining control over moral considerations in warfare [8][9] Risk Management and Acquisition - The Army is streamlining program executive offices and empowering acquisition officials to award contracts faster [9] - The Army is shifting its risk assessment, prioritizing the risk of inaction over the risk of making mistakes [10] Strategic Focus - The Army recognizes the changing nature of warfare, particularly the increased exposure of cities and countries to drone threats [7] - Countering drone threats with other drones is emphasized as a key strategy [7]

Space Exploration & Technology - Blue Origin launched its new orbital rocket for the first time [1] - The launch included two NASA satellites destined for Mars [1] - The NASA satellites will study the Martian atmosphere [1]

- On this vote, the yays are 222. The nays are 209. The bill has passed. - The House has just passed a federal funding bill to end a 43 day Government Shutdown.The longest in US history. - We went through this short term disaster with the Democrats because they thought it would be good politically, and it's an honor now to sign this incredible bill, and get our country working again. - Thank you, all.- [Narrator] They reached a deal that reverses mass layoffs and rewrites the federal definition of hemp. But ...

The yays are 222. The nays are 209. The bill is passed without objection.The motion to reconsider is laid on the table. >> It's an honor now to sign this incredible bill and get our country working again. Thank you.It's cost the country $1.5% trillion dollars. This little excursion that they took us on. Republicans never wanted a shutdown and voted 15 times for a clean continuation of funding.There's never been a time when one or the other party ever didn't sign a continuation. It's just a continuation. Not ...

The eyes's are 60, the nays are 40. The bill, as amended, is passed. >> I know that the strain of these weeks has been immense.That you all have families, rent to meet, bills to pay, car and mortgage payments. And I'm grateful for all you have done to keep the Senate running. and for all that you do every day, shut down or no shutdown, to serve the Senate and to serve our country.And with that, after six excruciating weeks, I will stop talking and let all of you get some rest. I just want to reiterate my gr ...

Congress is making progress toward ending the longest ever shutdown in federal government history. The Senate voted 60 to 40 late on Sunday to advance some legislation that would reopen the government. >> The motion upon reconsideration is agreed to.>> What happened is you had eight Democrats voting with Republicans largely. >> We took a big step forward to protect the health care of tens of millions of Americans in exchange for funding through January 31st. Democrats, one of the things they've really been ...

Today, the Senate voted to start reopening the government. We took a big step forward to protect the health care of tens of millions of Americans in exchange for funding through January 31st. This agreement will give Democrats control of the Senate floor for a vote on one of our top legislative priorities, extending the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.This is important when Republicans control every branch of government. This agreement funds SNAP and food assistance programs, ensures that law enforc ...