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Xi in September said Washington and Beijing have a responsibility to "develop and manage AI for good and ensure that the development of AI is always under human control".
From Barron's ● Nov. 12, 2026
But the bigger payout comes from what is known as carried interest, which is a share of the profits made by a fund as a reward for good performance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026
Plus, good severance can make for good publicity and repair a company’s reputation amid layoffs.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: "Together, these changes will bring bills down for good, give families greater security and put Britain back in control of its energy future."
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
At once I exulted and feared; for now, for good or ill, the end was near.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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