Meta launches Muse, an AI agent managing emails, bookings and payments, a coalition aims to create one million skilled trades jobs by 2035, reshaping business.

Meta Unveils Autonomous AI Agent Muse

Meta introduced Muse, a personal AI agent that can autonomously send emails, book travel, sell a car and process payments. The tool is designed to handle routine digital tasks for users and represents a notable advance in consumer‑focused artificial intelligence.

Coalition Targets One Million Skilled Trades Jobs by 2035

Lowe’s CEO Marvin Ellison unveiled a partnership with NVIDIA, Bank of America and General Motors to create one million skilled trades jobs by 2035. The coalition aims to fill gaps in manufacturing, renewable energy and advanced technology sectors, addressing labor shortages while expanding workforce training opportunities.

Treasury Warns Business with Iran’s Airlines

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the department’s latest actions are a "warning to anyone doing business with Iran’s remaining airlines." The statement underscores heightened scrutiny of financial transactions linked to Iranian carriers.

Recall of Casely MagSafe Power Banks Reannounced

Federal regulators reannounced a recall of 429,000 Casely MagSafe power banks after a woman's death and a fire on a plane caused by overheating chargers. The action follows ongoing safety concerns surrounding the devices.

NASCAR Foundation Gala Raises Funds for Children

Matt Kaulig, owner of Kaulig Racing, detailed plans for the NASCAR Foundation’s 20th‑anniversary gala in New York City. The event aims to raise over $2 million to support programs for children across the United States.

Economic Commentary and Market Moves

Peter Schiff remarked that the U.S. economy is in "worse" shape now than when former President Joe Biden left office last year. Meanwhile, Activate CEO Michael J. Wolf warned the NFL faces a "big affordability issue" during a Fox Business appearance.

Additional headlines include home price declines in Austin, Tampa and Memphis, a new $1,000 Trump Account match benefit from American Airlines, and a voluntary recall of more than 1,500 pounds of imported pork from Italy due to possible listeria contamination.