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"AI is incredibly powerful technology with the potential to shape society in profound ways, and with proper care, unlock meaningful benefits for people everywhere," Apple's software chief Craig Federighi said in a launch video.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
In fact, I know it, on a profound personal level.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
It was not to be for Chwalinska, who fell 6-3 6-2 to Andreeva on Saturday, but finishing runner-up will have a profound effect on her life and career.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“Can I just not be a really good horse trainer that did something really profound and amazing in a short amount of time after I had to work my rear end off for it?”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
The collateral consequences of mass incarceration have been equally profound.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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