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ByteDance seeks $1.1 million damages from intern in AI breach case, report says
China's ByteDance is suing a former intern for $1.1 million, alleging he deliberately attacked its artificial intelligence large language model training infrastructure, a case that has drawn widespread attention within China amid a heated AI race. The parent company of TikTok is seeking 8 million…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:41:53
Airports to cooking oil: the many businesses of India's Gautam Adani
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani oversees a sprawling conglomerate with activities spanning construction of airports to supply of electricity and the sale of cooking oil.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:03
An expert group to keep AI accountable launched at Trinity
The lab will be led by Dr Abeba Birhane, named by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in AI space. Read more: An expert group to keep AI accountable launched at Trinity
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:09
Google sues Pixel engineer who allegedly posted trade secrets online
'See you in court', defendant posts Google filed a lawsuit last week against an Indian semiconductor engineer for allegedly posting trade secrets related to its Google Pixel chip designs online.…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:41:55
US Marines Given New 'NMESIS' Missile System for Pacific Warfare
The missile system has an anti-ship capability and can strike targets over 100 miles away.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:41:51
ByteDance seeks $1.1 mln damages from intern in AI breach case, report says
China's ByteDance is suing a former intern for $1.1 million, alleging he deliberately attacked its artificial intelligence large language model training infrastructure, a case that has drawn widespread attention within China amid a heated AI race.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:08
China’s EV price war is so brutal that BYD is trying to pinch its suppliers
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. China’s top maker of electric vehicles (EV) wants to pay a lot less for car parts in the new year, a demand that signals there is no end in…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:22
US to Introduce New Restrictions on China’s Access to Cutting-Edge Chips
The Biden administration is expected to announce a sweeping set of measures on Monday designed to further restrain China’s ability to develop advanced artificial intelligence, people familiar with the matter told WIRED. The controls could include sanctioning dozens of Chinese companies that…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:21
Philippines' Ayala not rushing e-wallet unicorn Mynt to IPO: CEO
MANILA -- Mynt, the operator of the Philippines' most popular digital wallet, GCash, is not rushing to go public, said the chief executive of conglomerate Ayala Corp., which has a stake in the company. A rare Filipino fintech unicorn, an unlisted company valued at over $1 billion, Mynt is under…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:00
Nestlé's price rises went ‘too far’ with burdening consumers and ultimately turning them away, chairman admits
Unrelenting inflation in the aftermath of the pandemic forced consumer companies like Nestlé to hike prices. But the Swiss company may have gone too far. Nestlé has already started to course-correct, having cut marketing and advertising expenses to control costs during the high inflation period.…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:30:55
Standard Chartered CEO: US tariffs will be disruptive, but ‘markets will equilibrate’
‘Globalisation is going forward. Trade remains enormously beneficial to the world, and everybody understands that,’ Winters says.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:05
China’s tariff troubles pale beside Germany’s economic woes
A widening trade war would further destabilise Europe’s largest economy as it struggles with stagnation, declining exports and geopolitical tensions.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:20
Mastering Emotional Intelligence: Your Guide to Inner Peace and Success
Research shows that most employers value emotional intelligence more than technical skills when they evaluate candidates.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:00
ASML, peers rally on report US curbs on China chips could stop short of proposals
Shares of ASML and its peers in the European computer chip equipment sector climbed on Thursday after Bloomberg News reported that the Biden administration's China chip curbs could be less severe than expected.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:17
OPEC+ moves meeting to December 5
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its partners (OPEC+) announced on Thursday it rescheduled the 57th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) and the 38th O...
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:23
Shares of key chip suppliers jump as U.S. reportedly considers toned-down China curbs
Shares of key global semiconductor equipment firms jumped on Thursday after a report that the U.S. is considering sanctions on China's chip industry that stop short of earlier proposals. ASML was around 4.3% higher in early trade in Europe. Tokyo Electron was more than 6% higher in Japan where it…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:30:55
Stowaway found after boarding flight from New York to Paris
A stowaway bypassed screening measures before being discovered on a flight from New York to Paris amid the Thanksgiving travel rush, authorities said Wednesday. The unidentified woman was on Delta flight 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York to Charles de Gaulle Airport in…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:14
Black Friday: Amazon Is on Fire This Wednesday, 10 Deals Worth Your Money ⚡️
This Wednesday marks the midpoint of the Black Friday Week, with Thanksgiving tomorrow and Black Friday following closely behind. Amazon kicked off its deals last Friday so that shoppers have access to incredible discounts well in advance. With a guarantee of the best prices throughout this…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:06
How to invest with CDs
Key takeaways CDs generally have fixed interest rates and offer higher yields compared with traditional savings accounts. You might want to consider locking in higher rates via a CD ladder before interest rates decline further. There are different types of CD strategies, such as laddering, a…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:04
Ukraine unveils 'emergency blackouts' over Russian strikes
The Ukrainian Ministry of Energy announced the implementation of "emergency blackouts" following missile strikes from Russia targeting the nation's energy infrastructure.Energy Minister German Galushc...
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:14
Celsius to distribute $127 million to creditors in second bankruptcy payout
The second payout, made in either cash or crypto, results in a distribution of roughly 60% of the creditors’ petition date claims.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:04
Looking to Earn More on Dogecoin? This Bitcoin Layer-2 Will Use DOGE for Yields
Bitcoin layer-2 network GOAT will soon let dogecoin (DOGE) users stake their tokens to earn fixed yields in BTC, with plans for additional memecoin-based financial applications later for users to earn “even greater rewards” on DOGE holdings. GOAT Network, whose mainnet is yet to be released, has…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:16
Billboard Apologizes to Taylor Swift
Billboard issued an apology to Taylor Swift for publishing an image of her that was from a Kanye West video depicting her in bed with him. The music chart organization had posted a montage of Swift to celebrate her achievements as part of its Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century countdown. "We…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:10
Kamala Harris' Secret Service Catch Employee With Loaded Gun at Her Hotel
On Tuesday morning, an employee at San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel was arrested for allegedly bringing a loaded firearm to work during Vice President Kamala Harris's stay, according to ABC. Around 7 a.m., the U.S. Secret Service detained the individual as he attempted to enter the hotel with the…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:04
Cutting-edge new charger the size of a suitcase could help curb emissions from trucks in Europe
The onboard chargers are currently being used in eight electric trucks in Denmark to decarbonise supply chains. Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a common feature on our roads but what does it take to electrify a truck that’s six metres long and three metres high? The global engineering giant,…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:09
What's open and closed on Thanksgiving Day 2024
Estimated read time: 2-3 minutes NEW YORK — Many Americans spend Thanksgiving with their loved ones over a home-cooked meal. Some may also remember lining up to score Black Friday deals and discounts on Thanksgiving evening. However, this changed in 2020, when many stores opted to stay closed to…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:32
'Hyogo Shock' awakens Japan to social media-driven populism threat
Linda Sieg covered Japanese politics, economics and social issues at Reuters in Tokyo for over three decades, most recently as chief political correspondent. She is currently freelancing. Hopes Japan would be immune to the right-wing populism driven by social media and marked by "alternative…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:31
China's State Media Commends Apple, Tesla, Starbucks For Collaboration Amid Renewed Trade War Tensions
Amid rising fears of a new trade war between the U.S. and China, China’s state media have praised several American companies for their strong partnerships with Chinese counterparts. This development comes as tensions reminiscent of Donald Trump’s return to presidency resurface. What Happened:…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:19:56
French markets near a four-month low amid government crisis
French markets are a rare underperformer, compared to their global peers this year amid its political turmoil. The risk of a government collapse is set to add more challenges to the eurozone’s economy, hence, pressuring the euro. The French stock market deepened losses on Wednesday amid ongoing…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:31
Toyota’s sales and output plateau on downturn in Japan and China
The world’s biggest carmaker has seen sales and output fall throughout the year as Japanese carmakers struggle to compete in China.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:05
Europe opens higher amid more economic data
Major European stock indices opened higher as investors anticipated key economic data, including reports on consumer confidence and the consumer price index from Germany.The DAX gained 0.63% or 120 po...
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:39
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Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:28
Is There Mail on Thanksgiving? UPS, USPS, FedEx Hours Today
As families congregate around their dinner table for a Thanksgiving Day feast, they may also expect a few shopping deliveries, especially with Black Friday sales around the corner and Christmas on the horizon. So how does the holiday impact the mail and regularly scheduled packages? Is Mail…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:17
Meghan Markle's Thanksgiving With Her Father That 'Didn't Go Well'
Meghan Markle had a past Thanksgiving with both her divorced parents, but her father left early after a blunder "that didn't go well," Prince Harry wrote in his book. The Duchess of Sussex said recently they would keep their celebrations low key, but hinted she will see her mother, Doria…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:28
Nuclear Bomb Map Shows Impact of Russian Weapons on NATO Countries
The recent escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war has led to increasing talk of nuclear war, especially following repeated threats from Russian President Vladimir Putin against NATO countries. Newsweek looked at the impact of a Russian nuclear weapon on the capitals of U.S. NATO allies. In…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:24
I Just Dug Through Walmart’s Black Friday Announcement, and Nothing Means Anything Anymore
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:01
Spain's inflation up from 1.8% to 2.4% in November
The annual inflation rate in Spain in November came in at 2.4%, the country's National Statistics Office (INE) revealed in its preliminary report published on Thursday. The figure rose from October's ...
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:09
China reiterates its stance against US tariff plans
China reaffirmed its opposition to unilateral tariff measures following recent comments from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump about imposing steep tariffs on trade partners, including China.A spokesp...
Published: 2024-11-28 08:09:22
Bangkok Restaurant Sorn Bags Thailand’s First Michelin Three-Star Rating
Published: 2024-11-28 08:20:03
Adani fraud allegations rock Indian Parliament as opposition demands probe into billionaire's firms
India’s opposition has disrupted Parliament for a third day, protesting the government’s silence over allegations against billionaire Gautam Adani, who was recently indicted in the U.S. for alleged fraud and a scheme to pay bribes
Published: 2024-11-28 07:58:25
Is Stock Market Open Today? A Quick Guide To Markets, Banking Hours And What's Closed On Thanksgiving Day 2024
Major U.S. indices declined to close lower on Wednesday as the markets headed into the Thanksgiving holiday. Banks, post offices, shipping services, stock markets and all the other over-the-counter markets like bond markets will be closed on Thursday. What Happened: Despite the holiday, Dow Jones…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:58:09
What Are Wall Street Analysts' Target Price for Axon Enterprise Stock?
Published: 2024-11-28 07:58:31
The Best Black Friday Tech Deals
The wait is finally over – Black Friday tech deals are here and they are great. Almost every major retailer has already set their deals live, so there’s no need to wait until after you’ve had your turkey and stuffing. Right now you can score hundreds off some of the best tech around, ranging from…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:47:33
Incoming FCC chairman Brendan Carr's censorial agenda, which is couched in the language of free speech, may be the biggest threat to the 1A in quite a long time
Brendan Carr Makes It Clear That He’s Eager To Be America’s Top Censor from the not-how-any-of-this-works dept When Donald Trump announced that he was appointing current FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr to be the next chair of the FCC, it was no surprise. Nor was it a surprise that Trump tried to…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:47:30
Gitfo's Founders Mint Billions of GFT After Binance Delists Web3 Wallet's Token
The founders of web3 wallet Gifto minted 1.2 billion GFT tokens after Binance announced that it was delisting the asset on Tuesday. The surge in supply spurred a 55% plunge in GFT over the past two days. The newly-minted tokens were then sent to several exchanges leading to an increase in trading…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:58:15
How much will China spend to kick-start its economy?
China's economy is still struggling to recover from the pandemic, nearly two years after Beijing dropped its draconian zero-COVID lockdowns. In the first three quarters of 2024, economic growth came in just shy of Beijing's 5% target, at 4.8%. Deflation, weak consumer demand and a huge real estate…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:31:14
Adani fraud allegations rock Indian Parliament as opposition demands probe into billionaire’s firms
India’s opposition has disrupted Parliament for a third day, protesting the government’s silence over allegations against billionaire Gautam Adani, who was recently indicted in the U.S. for alleged fraud and a scheme to pay bribes.
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:00
UK consumer confidence remains weak after budget as Christmas approaches – business live
More people worry about economy while personal outlook improves slightly Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. Confidence among British consumers has remained weak as Christmas approaches. There was little shift in consumer…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:58:16
Telefonica Germany tests quantum technologies in pilot with AWS
Telefonica Germany and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are working on a pilot to test quantum technologies in the telecom operator's mobile network, executives from the two companies said.
Published: 2024-11-28 07:47:41
Uber’s subscription service reportedly target of FTC probe
The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Uber over whether it broke consumer protection laws by allegedly automatically signing people up for its Uber One subscription service and making it hard to cancel, according to Bloomberg News. The investigation was opened earlier this year after the…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:36:50
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. inflation edged up but investors have things to be thankful for
Investors and the U.S. Federal Reserve have plenty to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.
Published: 2024-11-28 07:47:45
The only thing worse than being fired is scammers fooling you into thinking you're fired
The only thing worse than being fired is scammers fooling you into thinking you're fired Scumbags play on victims' worst fears in phishing campaign referencing UK Employment Tribunal A current phishing campaign scares recipients into believing they've been sacked, when in reality they've been…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:36:32
Can Desalination Quench Agriculture’s Thirst?
Yves here. Perhaps I am a too much of a Luddite, but the search for more “affordable” forms of desalination to make brackish water in aquifers usable for crops seems more a testament of the intensifying pressure on water supplies than a hopeful story about “innovation”. The article does mention…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:36:45
Solana-Based DEX Raydium's RAY is Still Too Hot To Handle: Godbole
Annualized perpetual funding rates in small cap tokens after bitcoin's (BTC) recent bullish pause has cooled jets in the broader market, shaking out over-leveraged positions and normalizing costs associated with betting on price rallies. One token, however, is still blazing hot: Solana-based…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:36:37
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. inflation edged up but investors aren’t fazed
This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Like what you see? You can subscribe here. Inflation in October ticked up The personal consumption expenditures…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:25:52
FTC reportedly opens antitrust investigation into Microsoft
The FTC has launched an antitrust investigation into Microsoft, according to multiple reports that corroborate earlier reporting by the Financial Times. The agency is said to be looking into whether Microsoft violated antitrust law in multiple segments of its business, including its public cloud,…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:25:48
Heidelberg Materials buys U.S. firm Giant Cement for $600 mln
Heidelberg Materials has struck a deal to buy U.S. company Giant Cement Holding and its subsidiaries for $600 million, it said on Thursday, the latest acquisition by the German company to expand its foothold in the United States.
Published: 2024-11-28 07:36:43
OPEC+ postpones meeting to decide oil production strategy to Dec. 5, delegates say
The OPEC+ oil alliance has postponed a meeting to decide the next steps of its crude production strategy to Dec. 5, two delegate sources told CNBC. The sources did not want to be named given the sensitivity of discussions. The coalition, made up of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:25:54
Ofcom: adults in the UK are now spending an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes daily online across devices, a jump from 3 hours and 41 minutes in 2023
Adults are spending an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes each day online across smartphones, tablets and computers in the U.K., according to figures from Ofcom’s annual Online Nation report diving into consumer digital habits. The figure is a big jump compared to 2023, when adults over 18 spent an…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:14:55
Ofcom: Reddit was visited by 22.9M UK adults in May 2024, up 47% YoY, making it the fifth most popular social media platform in the UK, surpassing X at 22.1M
Reddit, the American online discussion platform, has overtaken X to become the fifth most popular social media platform in the UK, according to the communications watchdog. Ofcom said Reddit, where users post on discussion threads within topic-based communities, was visited by 22.9 million UK…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:14:40
CleanSpark: Why The Shorts Have Got It Wrong
CleanSpark (NASDAQ:CLSK) is one of the many bitcoin miners that should have seen major appreciation in its stock value as Bitcoin almost reached a new high of $100,000. The stock price is up nearly 40% year to date; however, it has been tepid recently Summary - CleanSpark is a bitcoin mining…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:25
Bank of China predicts 5% GDP growth for China in 2025
The Bank of China Research Institute released its 2025 Economic and Financial Outlook Report on Thursday. The report projects that China's GDP will grow approximately 5% in 2025. The report highlights...
Published: 2024-11-28 07:14:55
Counting the dead: How many Ukrainian soldiers have died?
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Published: 2024-11-28 07:14:44
Chinese companies apologise for 'shrunken' sanitary pads
Chinese companies apologise for 'shrunken' sanitary pads Major sanitary pad makers in China are apologising after being accused of selling pads that are shorter than advertised. It comes amid a storm of anger after viral social media videos showed Chinese women measuring the lengths of sanitary…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:03:49
Europe up in premarket ahead of consumer data
Equities in Europe traded higher in Thursday's premarket ahead of the newest report on consumer confidence in the Eurozone. Meanwhile, several economies, notably Germany, will unveil their latest numb...
Published: 2024-11-28 07:03:51
Can you take a clean cruise holiday and which vessels are the worst emitters?
In a booming sector where the biggest ships have doubled in size since 2000, pressure is growing to make cruising a greener, more sustainable way to travel Read more in this series Toxic, filthy and cheap, the sludge-like substance known as heavy fuel oil has powered the shipping industry since…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:14:51
Is a travel credit card worth it? How to decide and pick the right one
The holiday season is a popular time of year for travel, between flights back to hometowns to see family and much-needed vacations to ring in the new year. As you get ready to book your plane tickets and hotel stays, you might be wondering: Should I get a travel credit card? The possibility may…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:04:02
How IRAs work and what advantages they offer
Historically, an IRA, or individual retirement account, is a retirement savings option that you access of your own accord — unlike, say, employer-sponsored options like 401(k) plans or pensions. But in recent years, in an effort to increase Americans' retirement savings efforts, some states have…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:03:55
Biden readies $725 million arms aid package for Ukraine
The package marks a steep uptick in size from Biden's recent use of so-called Presidential Drawdown Authority, which allows the US to draw from current weapons stocks to help allies in an emergency.
Published: 2024-11-28 07:03:56
Unite pushes judicial review on Winter Fuel cuts
Unite pushes judicial review on Winter Fuel cuts Unite is pushing ahead with legal action against the government in a bid to overturn winter fuel cuts for millions of pensioners. Unite claims the government did not follow correct procedure and has instructed lawyers who are asking the High Court…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:15:03
Stowaway flew aboard Delta flight from New York to Paris
A stowaway flew aboard a Delta Air Lines flight from New York to Paris Tuesday evening amid the Thanksgiving travel surge, authorities said. The stowaway was on Delta flight 264 from New York’s JFK International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, the airline confirmed to CNN. The…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:13
Uniqlo does not use Xinjiang cotton, boss says
Uniqlo does not use Xinjiang cotton, boss says The boss of the company behind global fashion chain Uniqlo has told the BBC that the Japanese firm does not use cotton from the Xinjiang region of China in its products. It is the first time Fast Retailing's chief executive Tadashi Yanai has directly…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:07
Blackstone: Extreme Bubble Valuation
Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) has been a favorite pick in the financial services area of Wall Street during 2024, with a +60% total return for shareholders since the first week of the year. Believe it or not, the stock has been a top large-cap Summary - Blackstone has gained +182% since late December…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:09
Air alert heard, explosions reported in Kiev
The Kiev City Military Administration stated on Thursday that falling debris, a result of explosions, was registered in the Dnipro district of the capital.The department added that, at the moment, no ...
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:07
Uber questioned by US regulator over subscription plan
Uber questioned by US regulator over subscription plan Uber has been questioned by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) about its subscription plan, the company said in a statement. It follows a Bloomberg report saying the US consumer watchdog was investigating the ride-hailing giant over the…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:53:08
Swiss ‘AI Jesus’ project to bridge digital and the divine draws users’ praise, as questions remain
Researchers and religious leaders have released findings from an intriguing two-month experiment through art in a Catholic chapel in Switzerland.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:02
Russia’s plane shortage holds air travel back
While the Western sanctions fell short of the desired effect of crippling Russia's economy and starving its war machine, they did cut off the supply of planes and parts, which domestic production could not replace.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:20
Hyperliquid plans to launch HYPE token in Nov. 29 ‘genesis event’
Hyperliquid plans to launch its native token, HYPE, during a genesis event scheduled for 07:30 UTC on Nov. 29.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:08
What’s open, what’s closed Thanksgiving? Grocery, drug stores, CVS, Walgreens, Bass Pro Shop, more
There was a time –pre-COVID – where the trend was for stores to remain open on Thanksgiving Day. Then, pandemic-related shutdown prompted schedule changes and stores kept the doors closed on the holiday and most have kept that schedule ever since. Most major retailers, including Walmart and…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:30
Indonesia wrangles with Apple and suppliers brace for tariffs
Hello from California, this is Yifan, your #techAsia host this week. Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate. In many American households, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will likely dominate the conversation around the dinner table on Thursday, and it's no exception here in Silicon Valley. It…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:21
IHG adds prestigious hotel in Hokkaido, boosts presence in Japan
TOKYO -- U.K.-based hotel chain IHG Hotels and Resorts announced Thursday that The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa, a luxury hotel in Hokkaido, will join its network, the latest example of the hospitality group's expansion in Japan. The 386-room hotel is located beside Lake Toya, a volcanic…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:15
Tornado Cash Scores 'Stunning Court Victory' For Crypto
aOn November 26, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) exceeded its authority by sanctioning crypto mixer Tornado Cash’s immutable smart contracts. The court declared that these autonomous smart contracts, which…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:07
Rengo to demand wage hike of 6% or more for smaller firms in 2025
The Japanese Trade Union Confederation, or Rengo, said Thursday that it will demand a pay increase of 6% or more for small and midsize companies in shuntō annual spring wage negotiations next year. The umbrella body for labor unions across the country will demand a pay raise of at least 5% for…
Published: 2024-11-28 07:03:57
U.S. Farmers Are Struggling. They Will Lose More in a Trade War, This Ag Expert Says
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:11
Nordic, Baltic leaders agree to increase aid to Ukraine before Trump’s return
In today's edition of the Capitals, find out more about the last day of the Le Pen embezzlement trial, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico accepting Putin's invitation to Moscow, and so much more.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:32:04
Romanian NGOs urge Commission to investigate TikTok amid presidential elections
Several Romanian NGOs have urged the European Commission and the national telecoms regulator ANCOM to examine how major online platforms complied with the provisions of the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) during the first round of the Romanian presidential elections. The Association for Technology…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:43
Bulgarian court issues EU arrest warrant for ex-state bank chief
A Bulgarian court has issued a European arrest warrant for Stoyan Mavrodiev, the former managing director of the state-owned Bulgarian Development Bank (BDB), who is wanted in connection with the embezzlement of €75 million. Mavrodiev has been missing since 22 August, when he was declared wanted…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:32:02
Brussels approves Poland’s defence-focused deficit reduction plan
Poland has won the European Commission’s approval for its strategy to reduce its budget deficit, a plan that includes increased defence spending. The plan was approved despite its deviation from the standard guidelines due to Poland's increased defence spending, which is seen as a key effort in…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:55
China starts building world's largest fully steerable radio telescope
120-meter colossus expected to be online in 2028 – around the same time the Square Kilometer Array A 120-meter diameter radio telescope is under construction in China and, once built, will be the world’s largest fully steerable device of its kind, according to the Chinese Academy of Science (CAS).…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:14
Tesla Cybertruck Crash In California Claims 3 Lives, Leaves 1 Seriously Injured
In a tragic incident early Wednesday, a Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Cybertruck crashed in Piedmont, California, resulting in three fatalities and one serious injury. The vehicle reportedly ignited after the crash, prompting a rapid response from local authorities. What Happened: The accident occurred…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:00
Fico calls Trump, says yes to Putin’s Moscow invite
In a quick turn of events, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico (Smer-SD/NI) revealed his phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump on Ukraine and wasted no time announcing that he had also accepted Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invitation to Moscow. On Wednesday, Fico took to Facebook to…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:45
From AI to young new artists, London wants to attract a new generation of art buyers
London's art galleries, fairs and auction houses are hoping to attract a new generation of collectors.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:52:46
Apple, Trump and a booming budget surplus: Ireland has much to mull over as voters head to the polls
Ireland goes to the polls on Nov. 29, with center-right parties Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael once again expected to form the nucleus of the country's next government. The historical rivals have shared power over the last five years alongside the Green Party, and the latest opinion polls show the two…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:52:58
Spain’s Sánchez, Ribera blame Partido Popular for siding with EU far-right
Spain’s Partido Popular (EPP) has sidelined the interests of the EU and teamed up with the far-right, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and new Spanish Commissioner Teresa Ribera said after the centre-right formation rejected Ursula von der Leyen's proposed commissioners. A few minutes after…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:28
Amazon allegedly plans new video AI model launch
Amazon is developing a generative AI model, code-named Olympus, that can analyze images and video alongside text, The Information reported on Thursday, citing an individual with knowledge of the matte...
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:27
Nuclear attack unlikely despite Putin’s warnings, US intelligence says
Instead, Russia is likely to expand a campaign of sabotage against European targets to increase pressure on the West over its support for Kyiv.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:04
Asia-Pacific mixed after S. Korea rate cut
Major stock indices in the Asia-Pacific region showed mixed performance on Thursday following South Korea's central bank's unexpected decision to lower its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points t...
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:13
Russia’s upper house greenlights new tax bill for crypto mining and trading
The amendments set a maximum 15% income tax on crypto transactions, while exempting them from value-added tax.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:20:06
DefiLlama: the total market cap for stablecoins has risen 46% in 2024 to a record ~$190B, regaining ground lost after TerraUSD's infamous collapse in 2022
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:38
Italian opposition says government falling apart after split in European Parliament
Opposition parties in Italy accuse the country’s ruling coalition of being deeply divided after two key votes on Wednesday, one in the European Parliament and one in Italy. The government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s Fratelli d’Italia (ECR), Matteo Salvini’s Lega (Patriots for Europe),…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:20:13
Nissan October production down globally except in Mexico, but Trump tariff threat looms
Nissan Motor said on Thursday its global production fell for a fifth straight month in October, led by downshifts at most of its manufacturing hubs except for Mexico.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:20:03
Britain charts tricky trade course as Trump threatens tariffs
Britain will aim to convince Donald Trump its services-dominated trade with the United States should escape the worst of tariffs even as it cautiously repairs ties with the European Union and nurtures commercial links with China.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:13
ECB's Lagarde urges EU to negotiate with Trump over tariffs
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde urged European leaders to negotiate with United States President-elect Donald Trump on trade issues, cautioning against retaliation. In an interview...
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:20
Europe must unite in space to compete on the global stage
For Europe to prosper in the new world order, we must unite in space, writes Director-General of the European Space Agency (ESA) Josef Aschbacher.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:10:06
The message to Democrats is clear: you must dump neoliberal economics | Joseph Stiglitz
The party must return to its progressive roots. A new economy is needed with new rules and new roles As the shock of Donald Trump’s victory sinks in, pundits and politicians are mulling what it means for the future of the US and global politics. Understanding why such a divisive, unqualified…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:20:33
Le Pen’s lawyer slams ‘affront to democratic process’ as embezzlement trial ends
On the last day of the EU funds embezzlement trial of Marine Le Pen and 24 other Rassemblement National members, Le Pen's lawyer strongly criticised the prosecution’s demands and asked for an acquittal. Rodolphe Bosselut spent three hours with his closing argument, calling the prosecutor's demands…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:57
UK government failing to list use of AI on mandatory register
Technology secretary admits Whitehall departments are not being transparent over way they use AI and algorithms Not a single Whitehall department has registered the use of artificial intelligence systems since the government said it would become mandatory, prompting warnings that the public sector…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:04
Posh olive oil, tinned fish and even salt are now du jour, says Waitrose
As sales of premium varieties rise the upmarket grocer details how chic-looking pantry staples are now middle-class status symbols Forget designer fashion and jewellery, trendy versions of pantry staples such as extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and tinned fish have become middle-class lust…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:31:27
Europe’s future is (also) written by young people: Let’s talk about emotional health [Promoted content]
As we look towards the future, one guiding principle stands out: it must be shaped alongside the new generations. To envision the Europe of tomorrow, we have a profound responsibility to institutionalize the voices of our youth, and we are on the path to ensure their inclusion in policy…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:58
Why von der Leyen’s deregulation drive has Brussels confused
Also in this newsletter: Ireland goes to the polls
Published: 2024-11-28 06:52:45
Tesla and Bitcoin Have Soared Since Election Day. We Size Up the Valuations
Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:22
France believes Netanyahu has immunity from ICC arrest warrant
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Published: 2024-11-28 06:09:19
The US FTC finalizes amendments to its Telemarketing Sales Rule, letting the agency pursue scam tech support companies even when consumers initiate the calls
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized amendments to its Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), making it easier to protect consumers who are tricked into paying scam tech support companies. The FTC could already go after these fraudster companies if they initiated calls to people — now, they…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:58:26
MARA purchases $615 million worth of bitcoin, boosting total holdings to 34,794 BTC
MARA Holdings has acquired an additional 703 bitcoin following the successful closing of its $1 billion offering of convertible notes.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:58:35
Memecoins Show Coinbase's Base Blockchain Isn't So Centralized, Founder Says
BANGKOK – Coinbase's Base blockchain launched in August 2023, and grew with the power of memecoins like BALD, a reference to CEO Brian Armstrong's bare scalp. But the protocol's creator says there's more to the story than silliness. “BALD caught us all by surprise. You know, this was before the…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:58:40
BOJ rate hike unlikely to derail budget planning, DPP tax chief says
Democratic Party for the People tax chief Motohisa Furukawa says it is "unthinkable” that the Bank of Japan will hike rates rapidly.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:58:33
Intel's $7.86 billion subsidy deal restricts sale of its manufacturing unit
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:42
‘Load Up Despite California’s EV Noise,’ Says Daniel Ives About Tesla Stock
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:25
IHG adds prestigious hotel in Hokkaido, boosts presense in Japan
TOKYO -- U.K.-based hotel chain IHG Hotels and Resorts announced Thursday that The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa, a luxury hotel in Hokkaido, will join its network, the latest example of the hospitality group's expansion in Japan. The 386-room hotel is located beside Lake Toya, a volcanic…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:17
Elon Musk has Twitter and Trump's ear. He's still not getting everything he wants
Elon Musk went all-in on Donald Trump this year. Now he has Trump's attention. - But that doesn't mean Musk can compel Trump to do everything he desires. - A look at Musk's Twitter feed shows his influence has limits. Two big, related questions we have about Trump 2.0: - How much influence will…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:10
Google Chat now has its own take on Slack’s Huddles
Google Chat is rolling out instant voice meetings — similar to Slack’s Huddles — that let you quickly switch to a voice or video call from within a chat. Google is not giving the feature a new name, though, opting to call the feature “Huddles” as well. If you are in a Google Chat, you can quickly…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:08
EU ministers to discuss rule simplification after von der Leyen promises swift ‘competitiveness’ measures
European Union industry ministers will consider simplifying EU business rules on Thursday (28 November) after re-elected European Commission President von der Leyen pledged to prioritise competitiveness during her second term. Ministers from the 27 EU countries will meet in Brussels to discuss…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:37
New stock index — the Yomiuri 333 — coming to the Japanese market
The newspaper publisher said a distinguishing characteristic of the new index is that it will equally weight each stock in calculating the value.
Published: 2024-11-28 06:41:57
Fast fashion is made with alarmingly high amounts of toxic chemicals, say authorities. 5 substances can affect your immune system
Shein and other fast-fashion companies have come under scrutiny for chemicals in their clothing. Rodrigo Arangua/AFP via Getty Images South Korean officials found that children's clothes from Temu and AliExpress contained toxic substances. Many fashion brands use toxic chemicals like PFAS and…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:19
Morning Bid: French budget and German prices grab spotlight
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:10
Bessent at Treasury May Give China Breathing Room Over Tariffs #china #trump
Does Donald Trump’s pick of Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary mean some relief for China over tariffs — even after the President-elect's latest levy threat? Read more: https://trib.al/iN4tquN -------- Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://trib.al/KM4k5RA Subscribe to Bloomberg Originals:…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:47:20
‘God of management’ comes back to life as an AI model
Panasonic Holdings has created an artificial intelligence clone of its late founder Konosuke Matsushita based on his writings, speeches, and over 3,000 voice recordings, the company announced Wednesday. Known as Japan’s "god of management,” the Panasonic icon is one of the most respected by the…
Published: 2024-11-28 06:20:25
Price analysis 11/27: BTC, ETH, SOL, BNB, XRP, DOGE, ADA, AVAX, TON, SHIB
Published: 2024-11-28 05:36:33
Albanian opposition leader Berisha released from house arrest
His house arrest has sparked regular anti-government protests, including on Tuesday, when police used tear gas and water cannon to disperse hundreds of protesters.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:36:43
Ineffective communication is holding back Germany’s renovation wave
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Published: 2024-11-28 05:36:18
Blind Spots: When Medicine Gets It Wrong, and What It Means for Our Health*
That is the new book by Marty Makary. Since Makary has been nominated to head the FDA, I am surprised this work is not receiving more attention. In the book, Makary is sympathetic to HRT, skeptical about a lot of antibiotic use (microbiome issues), says it is fine to ingest the cholesterol in…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:58:21
Italgas: A Strategic Masterstroke In Its Expansion Plan
Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:10
Microsoft informed of yet another antitrust probe by US authorities
Microsoft informed of yet another antitrust probe by US authorities Investigation is apparently sweeping, but keen on info about AI, security, and cloud The US Federal Trade Commission appears to have launched an antitrust investigation into Microsoft. News of the probe was first reported by…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:36:39
TikToker's $20 'Dollar Tree Dinner' goes viral ahead of Thanksgiving
A TikToker's $20 "Dollar Tree Dinner" has gone viral ahead of Thanksgiving. A video posted by Dollar Tree Dinners, whose real name is Rebecca Chobat, went viral on TikTok after she showed users how to make a three-course Thanksgiving dinner by spending just $20 at Dollar Tree. "I've got a $20…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:25:41
List: What time do grocery stores close in the Houston area for Thanksgiving
HOUSTON — If you are missing an ingredient to complete your Thanksgiving feast, never fear. These are the local grocery stores and their hours for the Houston area on Thanksgiving Day in 2024. Grocery stores open on Thanksgiving Check with your local store to confirm the exact hours. What time…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:25:35
Prabowo's candidates lead in key Indonesia governor races, except Jakarta
JAKARTA -- Gubernatorial candidates backed by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto are likely to secure victory across the country's key provinces -- except in Jakarta, where the opposition-backed hopeful has gained a lead, results from usually reliable surveys show. Indonesians cast their votes…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:25:28
Protests in Romania over far-right candidate’s shock poll lead
Most of the protesters, shocked by the surge of far-right Călin Georgescu ahed of the 8 December runoff, were young people who want Romania to remain part of the West.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:25:29
HongShan, spun out of Sequoia last year, is reportedly struggling to invest its huge war chest
According to the Financial Times, HongShan, the Chinese investment firm spun off from Sequoia Capital in 2023, is aggressively expanding into Europe and North Asia owing both to “shrinking options” in China and to limited partners that have grown frustrated with how slowly HongShan is deploying…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:25:42
Asia stocks retreat as US inflation data fuels rate outlook concerns
Investing.com-- Most Asian stock markets declined on Thursday as investors were cautious about the U.S. interest rate outlook after a stubbornly strong inflation print, while South Korean stocks were muted despite an unexpected rate cut by its central bank. Regional markets took a weak lead-in…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:36
Fed inflation gauge ticked higher in October amid consumer spending boost
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:33
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Heat Up In Pre-Thanksgiving Rally: 'Buy The Fear, Sell The Greed, Rinse And Repeat,' Says Trader
Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Wednesday, with Bitcoin surging back above the $96,000 mark. Notable Statistics: - IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 7.4% and daily active addresses falling by 15%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are down from 13,037 to…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:27
Is McDonald's open or closed on Thanksgiving 2024? Here's what you need to know
Thanksgiving has arrived, which for millions of Americans means enjoying a delicious Thanksgiving feast surrounded by friends and family. While banks and post offices will be closed on the federal holiday, some grocery, retail and restaurant chains will remain open, albeit mostly with adjusted…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:23
Ukraine's energy sector 'under massive attack,' minister says
More to come......
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:28
Bitcoin Pumps Above $97K, Then Dumps, as Ether, XRP Surge 7%
Bitcoin zoomed above $97,000, bringing hopes of breaching the landmark $100,000 level on social media, before paring gains to nearly $95,500 in Asian morning hours on Thursday. BTC added 3.3% in the past 24 hours, <a href="https://www.coingecko.com/" target="_blank">data shows</a>, ahead of a…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:28
HP Inc. 2024 Q4 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation
The following slide deck was published by HP Inc. in conjunction with their 2024 Q4 earnings call. Q4: 2024-11-26 Earnings Summary EPS of $0.93 misses by $0.00 | Revenue of $14.06B (1.72% Y/Y) beats by $52.01M Seeking Alpha's transcripts team is responsible for the development of all of our…
Published: 2024-11-28 08:42:11
From disaster to hope: A Vermont family thankful for community support after flood destroyed home
A Vermont family who lost their home, cars, barn and most of their possessions in flooding in July will be getting a new start thanks to scores of donations to an online fundraising effort.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:36:42
Source: Amazon's new generative AI model, codenamed Olympus, can process images, video, and text, and could be unveiled at next week's AWS re:Invent
Published: 2024-11-28 05:03:36
Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Big Tech losses pull Wall Street lower
Shares were mixed Thursday in Asia after stocks on Wall Street retreated, weighed down by losses for technology shares. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index gained 0.7% to 38,400.00 and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 advanced 0.8% to 8,473.30. South Korea's Kospi was unchanged at 2,503.01 after the central bank cut…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:03:29
US court rules boarder patrol cannot cut razor wire
A United States federal appeals court ruled that Border Patrol agents are prohibited from cutting razor wire installed by Texas in Eagle Pass along the United States-Mexico border, according to a repo...
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:22
US court rules border patrol cannot cut razor wire
A United States federal appeals court ruled that Border Patrol agents are prohibited from cutting razor wire installed by Texas in Eagle Pass along the United States-Mexico border, according to a repo...
Published: 2024-11-28 06:42:13
Smithfield Meat Market in London to Close
Livestock has been traded on the historic site in Britain’s capital for centuries. The local authority voted this week to close it.
Published: 2024-11-28 05:03:31
NYT 'Connections' November 28: Hints and Answers for Game #536
We all have our own strategy when it comes to trying to solve daily word puzzles such as Connections. But one group of researchers from the New York University Tandon School of Engineering decided to work out how artificial intelligence programs fared at solving the game. "Large Language Models…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:03:55
'Wordle' Today #1,258 Answer, Hints, Clues for Thursday, November 28 Game
Happy Thanksgiving! Whatever your plans are for this holiday, solving the latest Wordle puzzle will be the perfect way to get your day started. Josh Wardle, a Welsh-born engineer based in New York City, perfected Wordle during the COVID-19 lockdowns, years after coming up with the original…
Published: 2024-11-28 05:03:39
Is the Stock Market Open Today? Here Are the Trading Hours for Thanksgiving
Published: 2024-11-28 05:14:34
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