Wailin Wong
Stories
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Meta is building a massive data center. Why it's fueling fears of an AI bubble
In a rural pocket of northeastern Louisiana, Meta is building a $30 billion data center called Hyperion. The project highlights an opaque system of financing that's fueling fears of an AI bubble.
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France's pension turmoil highlights global challenge of caring for aging population
France's generous pension system has toppled governments there over questions of how to fund it. It's part of a broader problem, as nations rethink how to fund care for their aging populations.
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Why so many public schools are closing
Across the country, districts are reckoning with school closures. At many schools, enrollment is low, and funding depends on students. We look at public education and what's leading to low enrollment.
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Recruiting companies are starting to hold job interviews using AI
Companies have begun using AI to interview potential employees, and a new study shows a number of job candidates may prefer being interviewed by AI.
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The economic role of reseller bots in the ticket market
Ticketmaster's CEO made waves with a recent comment that event tickets are underpriced. Economics 101 backs him up. So why do ticket prices seem so out of control?
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Financial markets are being subjected to misinformation — spread by AI
Market manipulation is an old issue. People try to make money off unsuspecting investors by artificially influencing the price of a stock. But what about when the one manipulating markets isn't human?
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What the H1B visa application fee hike could mean for the U.S. economy
An economist explains the impact the H-1B visa program has had on the U.S. economy and native-born workers. And what the new hundred thousand dollar fee could mean for the future of the program.
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Back-to-school costs are climbing. How one school district is easing the burden
Back-to-school supplies are getting more expensive for parents and teachers. The team from "The Indicator" explains what one school district is doing to address the issue.
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Could a 'silver tsunami' of aging Americans fix the housing crisis?
The "silver tsunami" of aging Americans is often seen as a potential way to alleviate U.S. housing affordability woes. But an influx of empty-nester homes into the market may not have much impact.
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Expect beef prices to keep rising for a while
Rising feed prices, drought and parasites have squeezed cattle farmers, driving up beef prices. But there's also the underlying cycle of prices because of the time it takes to raise a cow.