France is urging its 29-year-old citizens to have babies, part of a broader plan to boost the country's declining birth rate, according to Sky News. Meanwhile, the United States may be on the verge of its first-ever population decline, as reported by Hacker News. These developments come as Alphabet, Google's parent company, is selling rare 100-year bonds to fund its investments in artificial intelligence, as detailed by Ars Technica.
The French government's initiative, as outlined by Sky News, is part of a 16-point plan aimed at increasing fertility rates. Health officials hope to prevent future fertility problems by encouraging younger people to start families. The plan also includes more free egg-freezing centers.
Simultaneously, the United States is facing the potential for a historic population decline. According to Hacker News, the country's ability to attract talent and expand its population has been a consistent advantage since its founding. However, as the nation approaches its 250th birthday, and with discussions surrounding immigration policies, the U.S. may see its first population decline in 2026.
In the financial sector, Alphabet is taking significant steps to fund its AI investments. Ars Technica reported that the company is selling a rare 100-year bond, a move that is highly unusual. The company is also selling billions of dollars in bonds, with the dollar portion of the deal being upsized due to strong demand.
In other news, Hacker News also featured an article by James Randall, who began programming at age seven. The article reflects on how the field of programming has changed over the years. Additionally, Wired highlighted the use of resume builders to help job seekers stand out in the competitive job market.
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