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Controversy Surrounding iPhone Voice Recognition: Racial Bias and Trump Politics

1 month ago

A recent incident involving voice recognition on the iPhone has sparked serious discussions as many users have noticed certain racial biases in the system's functionality. The crux of the conflict lies in the fact that at some point, Apple’s voice recognition systems began to struggle with understanding specific accents and pronunciations, leading to a decline in user experience.

Polish Inflation Forecast: Expected to Peak Near 6% in 2024

7 months ago

According to a member of Poland's Monetary Policy Council (MPC), inflation in the country is set to peak in the near future, with a price growth rate expected to be slightly below 6% in 2024. The economic recovery process post-pandemic and the impact of external economic factors, such as fluctuations in energy and food prices, will be significant aspects influencing inflation dynamics.

Contradictions in Food Inflation Risk Assessments in India: Insights from Outgoing MPC Member

7 months ago

Recent comments from both a member of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) and the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have cast doubt on the consensus regarding food inflation issues in the country. Last week, an outgoing MPC member criticized the forecasts made by Raghuram Rajan, the Governor of RBI, concerning potential increases in food prices and their impact on the economy.

New Appointments in the Indian Monetary Policy Committee Could Impact the Economy

7 months ago

The Indian government is set to make changes in the composition of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), a significant step ahead of the upcoming meeting where key issues regarding interest rates will be discussed. This decision follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s statement regarding the necessity of updating the committee's composition to enhance financial planning and adaptability to economic conditions.