trigger

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Last month, the launch of Claude Code Security triggered a similar reaction after the tool proved it could find and fix complex bugs faster than human experts.

From MarketWatch

For these drugs to work, they must build up inside cancer cells at levels high enough to trigger cell death.

From Science Daily

While previous methods depended on high-powered lasers, this effect can be triggered with microwatts of power, far less than what a smartphone uses in standby mode.

From Science Daily

In the first three weeks of March, she discovered a fall of 155 million barrels, mainly triggered by a 211 mbpd drop in oil in transit.

From MarketWatch

Positive news could trigger big snapbacks from this cohort, as much as $86 billion over the next month if there’s a sustained rally.

From MarketWatch