AI, Cardboard& More AI

Amazon and Meta are benefiting from artificial intelligence in two ways, gaining efficiencies by using AI to optimize their internal operations and gaining revenue by selling AI-optimized products and services. Jackie summarizes what both companies’ CEOs recently said about their manifold AI initiatives. … Also: In an economy where shopping often means shipping, cardboard is strong. International Paper earned much more than analysts anticipated last quarter, and the industry’s revenues and earnings are expected to improve sharply next year. … One downside of AI: It's an energy hog. But solutions to that problem are being developed, as recapped in today’s Disruptive Technologies segment.