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A judge has once again rejected Musk’s multi-billion-dollar Tesla pay package. Now what?
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic was the victim of a home burglary that occurred on Friday night, continuing a string of break-ins at notable athletes' houses. The Dallas Morning News reported that about $30,000 worth of jewelry was taken. "No one was home at the time, and thankfully Luka and his family are safe," Doncic's business manager Lara Beth Seager told ESPN and The Stein Line. "Luka has filed a police report, and an investigation is ongoing." It's been a rough week for Doncic, who is expected to miss at least one month after straining his left calf during a 105-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. Dallas is 7-2 in games that Doncic has missed this season. Athletes have been targets of burglaries as of late, as Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, Cincinnati Bengals signal-caller Joe Burrow, Minnesota Timberwolves veteran guard Mike Conley and Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis have all had their homes broken into since the start of September. Both the NFL and NBA have told players to be on the lookout while stressing the importance of added security to their residences. Doncic, 25, has averaged 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 2.0 steals in 22 games (all starts) this season. --Field Level Media/Reuters
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Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street slips, led by tech giantsExamination malpractice, including cheating and tampering with results, has long been a blemish on Pakistan's education system, undermining the credibility of qualifications and creating an uneven playing field for students. The decision by the Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education to install CCTV cameras in examination centres for the 2025 Matriculation and Intermediate examinations, while seemingly well-intentioned, represents a reactive approach to addressing this deep-rooted issue. CCTV cameras, at best, offer surface-level oversight. In a system already plagued by inefficiencies, the challenges of monitoring and maintaining these surveillance systems will inevitably arise. Past experiences in similar projects across the country have shown how technological interventions are often undermined by poor implementation and resource constraints. Without adequate training of staff and effective security mechanisms to act on surveillance data, this initiative risks becoming another bureaucratic box-ticking exercise. The underlying problem lies in the focus on reactive measures rather than proactive, systemic reforms. The issue of examination malpractice is reflective of broader failures such as overcrowded classrooms, undertrained teachers, outdated curricula and a lack of critical thinking development. Addressing cheating through surveillance does little to tackle the root causes, such as the immense pressure on students to succeed in a system that prioritises rote learning over genuine understanding. Educational upliftment requires a shift in priorities. A culture of ethical success begins with curriculum reforms that emphasise critical thinking. Teachers, as pivotal figures in this transformation, must be adequately trained and empowered to instill core values. Without these foundational changes, no technological intervention - CCTV cameras included - can truly elevate the educational landscape. COMMENTS Comments are moderated and generally will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive. For more information, please see our
Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own The intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity has found an ally in Deepak Kaul , whose work has contributed to how major corporations protect their digital assets. The technical architect and artificial intelligence (AI) leader has received a 2024 Global Recognition Award for his implementations in enterprise security systems, marking over two decades of hard work in the field. At Marriott International, Kaul’s AI-powered security protocols reduced security breaches by 40 percent—a notable achievement in enterprise-level protection. His efforts on the Marriott Growth Platform demonstrated AI applications for enhancing customer experiences while maintaining security, resulting in a 25 percent boost in customer satisfaction. “Artificial intelligence was said to be the next great threat toward enterprise cybersecurity. Fortunately, it is a tool that can be used from both sides–something my team has found quite effective,” Kaul stated about his work at Marriott. These concepts utilized advanced machine learning algorithms to safeguard against emerging threats while enhancing personalized customer experiences, providing a model for AI-enabled security in the hospitality industry. Kaul’s technology has been applied beyond hospitality. At Charter Communications, his predictive maintenance systems improved network reliability while reducing operational costs. His skill set spans multiple sectors, from telecommunications to manufacturing, hence the versatility of his security frameworks. On the more academic side, his published research on dynamic upsell systems and neuro-symbolic AI has contributed to understanding real-time decision-making in such contexts. His earlier recognition with the TCS Innovation Lead Award established his role in enterprise system development. Armed with TOGAF 9.2 certification and microservices architecture expertise, Kaul specializes in implementing technical concepts as business solutions. His work combines the precision of enterprise architecture with the adaptability found in modern security protocols. “Every system implementation must balance three critical elements: security integrity, operational efficiency, and user experience,” Kaul explained when discussing his design philosophy. This approach has proven successful across numerous enterprise-scale implementations. Obtaining a 2024 Global Recognition Award acknowledges Kaul’s technical achievements and influence on the global adoption of AI-driven security measures. His work continues to impact the development of secure, intelligent enterprise systems that prioritize protection and performance.