Eduardo Knak

Eduardo Knak is a financial analyst and the founder of The Dollar Pulse, where he writes about personal finance, banking, credit, and economic topics with a focus on clarity, education, and long-term thinking.

New Study Shows Ultra-Processed Foods May Increase Risk of Cognitive Decline in Adults Over 40

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A major new study has found that adults who consume high levels of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) face a significantly higher risk of cognitive decline, fueling concerns among researchers and public health officials about the long-term effects of industrially processed diets.The findings reinforce earlier research linking UPFs to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and inflammation — but … Read more

TIME Names ‘Architects of AI’ 2025 Person of the Year, Highlighting AI’s Rapid Global Impact

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TIME magazine has named the “Architects of AI” as its Person of the Year for 2025, spotlighting how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, societies, and global power structures with unprecedented speed. At the forefront of this transformation are leaders and innovators whose work has accelerated AI adoption — from enterprise automation to consumer applications — … Read more

Science Breakthrough — Google DeepMind to Open Automated AI-Driven Materials Lab in the UK to Fast-Track Scientific Discovery

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Google DeepMind has announced plans to open its first automated science laboratory in the United Kingdom in 2026, under a new partnership with the British government that focuses on developing advanced materials using cutting-edge artificial intelligence. The initiative represents a major intersection of AI technology with experimental science, aimed at accelerating breakthroughs in superconductors, solar … Read more

IOC Urges Reintegration of Russian and Belarusian Youth Athletes Under National Flags

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In a major development at the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Summit, the IOC has advised that Russian and Belarusian youth athletes should be allowed to compete under their national flags and anthems in international sporting events, signaling a potential shift in how global sport navigates political sanctions and athlete participation ahead of key future competitions.The … Read more

Health Equity Alert — NAACP Calls for “Equity-First” AI Standards in Healthcare to Prevent Bias and Save Lives

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The NAACP has released a comprehensive new report titled Building a Healthier Future: Designing AI for Health Equity, urging the healthcare industry and policymakers to adopt “equity-first” standards for artificial intelligence (AI) systems used in medical diagnostics, treatment planning, and insurance decision-making. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address the risk that … Read more

Economy Alert — NextEra to Build 15 Gigawatts of Power for Google Data Centers, Boosting America’s Energy & Tech Infrastructure

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NextEra Energy, one of the largest renewable power producers in the United States, has announced a 15-gigawatt power infrastructure project to supply electricity to Google data centers across the country. The plan, expected to roll out over the next decade, represents a major strategic investment at the intersection of energy production, digital infrastructure expansion, and … Read more

U.S. Sanctions Are Putting Russia’s Economy Under Pressure — What It Means for Global Finance

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The United States has rolled out some of the most potent sanctions imposed on Russia since 2022, aimed at crippling key revenue streams — especially in the energy sector — and coercing changes in Moscow’s geopolitical behavior. These measures, combined with European Union cooperation and evolving global trade dynamics, are increasingly squeezing Russia’s economic performance, … Read more

Ancient Giants — Fossils Reveal Early Large Relatives of Great Whites and Tiger Sharks 15 Million Years Earlier Than Thought

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New fossil evidence shows that giant shark relatives — kin to today’s famed great white and tiger sharks — lived far earlier than scientists previously believed, indicating that enormous predatory sharks were already prowling the oceans 115 million years ago during the Early Cretaceous Period. These findings push back the origin of giant lamniform sharks … Read more

Senate Deadlock on Health Care Proposals Could Mean Higher Costs for Millions in 2026

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The U.S. Senate has failed to advance competing health care proposals aimed at extending or replacing key insurance subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), leaving the future of health insurance costs for millions of Americans in limbo as 2026 approaches. ABC News+1 Lawmakers from both parties brought forward rival proposals — one supported by … Read more

Manchester United’s Absence From European Competition Hits Revenue Hard

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Manchester United’s unexpected absence from European competition in 2025 has sent shockwaves through the football world — not because the club’s prestige diminished, but because its revenue streams took a significant financial hit, underlining how deeply elite teams now depend on continental tournaments for economic stability. According to financial analysts and club reporting, the loss … Read more