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Elon Musk's xAI is turning to the skies to keep its data centers running — literally. The company has installed eight converted jet engines at its Mississippi facility, each capable of generating up to fifty megawatts of electricity. It's a striking workaround as grid connection delays force AI companies to find power wherever they can.
Shifting from silicon to the broader economy, October's jobs report came in stronger than expected. Employers added one hundred sixty-five thousand positions last month, outpacing forecasts despite ongoing inflation concerns. It's a signal that the labor market remains resilient, even as the cost of living continues to press on households.
And in Paraguay, a financial crisis is deepening after a banking collapse prompted authorities to freeze millions of accounts. The country's president has left office in the aftermath, leaving citizens and institutions scrambling for stability. It's a reminder of how quickly confidence in a financial system can unravel when the foundations crack.
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