Eighty-five percent of U.S. internet traffic is now encrypted, a substantial increase from five years ago, fundamentally reshaping online security and user privacy across various digital interactions.
The U.S. automotive market is undergoing a rapid transformation, with projections indicating that 70% of new car sales by 2025 will be electric or hybrid vehicles, significantly impacting consumers and manufacturers alike.
The fact that over 90% of U.S. consumers use at least one streaming video service highlights a profound shift in entertainment consumption, driving innovation and competition across the digital media landscape.
More than 30% of U.S. adults now favor streaming news over traditional cable broadcasts, indicating a profound transformation in how Americans access current events and information.
The U.S. stock market marked an unprecedented 10 record-breaking closes within the first two months of 2024, reflecting robust corporate earnings, AI enthusiasm, and investor confidence in a resilient economy.
The US unemployment rate has remarkably stayed below 4% for over 24 consecutive months through late 2023 and early 2024, signaling a robust and resilient labor market amidst economic shifts.
The U.S. federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 per hour since 2009, sparking significant debate on its economic impact and calls for legislative action amidst rising living costs and inflation.
Artificial intelligence is projected to add over $13 trillion to the global economy by 2030, with a significant portion in the U.S., driven by advancements in automation, productivity, and new market creation.
The US government allocated $52 billion in early 2024 for semiconductor manufacturing incentives, a critical move to bolster domestic production and enhance technological independence. This funding aims to revitalize the American semiconductor industry.
The average price of a gallon of gasoline in the U.S. has fluctuated by more than 15% in the last six months, reflecting dynamic shifts in global oil markets, geopolitical events, and domestic supply-demand dynamics.