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Game console makers rethink selling more powerful machines, as performance improvements become less dramatic and consumers can't tell between 4K and 8K graphics
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:11
A Gen Zer who used AI to apply for hundreds of roles says it helped him land a job
A 28-year-old used an AI tool called AIHawk to apply for hundreds of jobs on LinkedIn. He said AIHawk helped him land a software engineering job. Using AI tools during the application process comes with risks. Applying for jobs can be a time-consuming and frustrating process, and some job seekers…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:02
Indonesia's Apple dispute and iPhone 16 sales ban: 5 things to know
JAKARTA -- Indonesia has rejected Apple's recent proposal to invest $100 million in the country and kept its ban on iPhone16 sales in the country. At the heart of the problem is Indonesia's "local content" requirements, and Apple's reluctance to build production facilities in Southeast Asia's…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:59
Gold Rises as Dollar Slips on De-Escalating Middle East Tensions
1 min ago Gold Rises as Dollar Slips on De-Escalating Middle East Tensions Gold prices were rising as the U.S. dollar slipped back. Futures for the precious metal were up 1.2% to $2,678.90 a troy ounce, broadly flat on week. The greenback eased as investors priced out a part of geopolitical risk,…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:04
Two Presidents, Two Policies, One Superpower: America in Transition
Even as President Biden brokers a cease-fire in Lebanon, President-elect Donald J. Trump is running his own foreign policy without waiting to be sworn in.
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:17
Line, With an Eye on Telegram's In-App Games Success, to Launch Mini Dapps Next Year
Japanese messaging app giant Line plans to give its 196 million active users the ability to use decentralized apps (dapps) such as games and utilities. The social network, which is mainly used in Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Indonesia, will debut with 30 dapps in its portal by the end of January…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:08
Why Do We Love the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade So Much?
The nostalgia-fueled production has been the most-watched entertainment program in the United States for the past three years, ahead of the Oscars and the World Series.
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:15
The New Amazon Haul Storefront Is Feeding Our Endless Need to Shop
In mid-November, as election post-mortems focused on inflation worries and the holiday shopping season began to pick up steam, Amazon introduced a new storefront. Known as Amazon Haul, and currently available only on the app and in the United States, it promises “a place to discover even more…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:28
Time running out for Hong Kong-listed firms to get women on board: HKEX’s Bonnie Chan
At least 250 Hong Kong-listed companies do not have at least one woman on their boards despite the compliance deadline just a month away.
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:14
Gingerbread Collins recipe
Blending spices and citrus, this recipe offers a festive twist on a classic cocktail
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:51
Audio platform Pocket FM taps into AI tools help it expand content catalog
India-based audio platform Pocket FM has more than 200,000 hours of content on the service. However, the company’s CEO, Rohan Nayak, believes that the platform still has room to grow in terms of creating original content and expanding its library to multiple genres and sub-genres. The fastest way…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:04
It’s Not Your Imagination. Airlines Are Padding Flight Times
The average flight today from Kennedy Airport to LAX is slower than it was in 1995 in every conceivable way. Planes face longer delays leaving the gate; take more time taxiing before taking off; and spend more time in the air. But paradoxically, even with an average rise in travel time of 18…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:07
Overlooked No More: Margaret Getchell, Visionary Force at Macy’s
Margaret Getchell in an undated photo. “She had a knack for knowing what the world wanted and needed first,” said Kathy Hilt, a division vice president at Macy’s Herald Square store.
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:28
A New Mega-Ship From Europe Heads to the Caribbean
At the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard on the west coast of France, MSC World America is the latest mega cruise ship to near completion. Scheduled to cross the Atlantic in March, the vessel will be based in Miami, where it will offer Caribbean itineraries and take on the likes of Royal…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:57
As Patagonia tightens operations, workers say the company has lost its soul
Patagonia; Getty Images; Chelsea Jia Feng/BI When new employees join Patagonia, they're handed a copy of "Let My People Go Surfing." The company's founder, Yvon Chouinard, who wrote the book in 2005, said it was intended as a "philosophical manual for the employees of Patagonia." In the book,…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:44
Why Trump is threatening Canada with tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau focused on his country's longstanding trade relationship with the US when asked about President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats. NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP via Getty Images President-elect Trump on Monday threatened to impose 25% tariffs on imported goods from…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:00
Talks on a Plastics Treaty Have Begun. Here's How to Stop Plastic Waste
People walking the streets of downtown Petaluma, California, started seeing something new on the sidewalks in summer. Alongside the usual trash cans and recycling containers were large purple bins with small openings the size and shape of a drinking cup. Patrons of the 30 or so downtown…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:27
Hulu, Peacock, Paramount: Full List of Black Friday Deals 2024 for Streaming Services
Black Friday is one of the best days of the year to score deals on nearly every type of item, but many Americans have their eyes peeled for specific streaming savings. In previous Black Fridays, Hulu offered viewers subscriptions for as cheap as 99 cents, while Max gave people six months of…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:16
Biden's last-minute missile moves for Ukraine are coming far too late, weakening their effect on the Russians
An Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missile fired during a joint military drill between the US and South Korea in October 2022. South Korea Defense Ministry via AP The US gave Ukraine permission to strike Russia with US-provided long-range missiles. But the late hour on this decision limits…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:19
New Homeowner Stunned by What He Finds in Old Desk Left Behind: 'Jackpot'
You never know what you'll discover when you start cleaning out old furniture, but this homeowner certainly did not expect to find a $500 bill from almost 100 years ago. Reddit user u/CobblerSoft2147 was going through an old home he recently purchased in Phoenix, Arizona, when he made the shocking…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:06
Veteran Speaks Out About Military's Food Insecurity Issue Ahead of Holidays
While the holidays are meant to be a time to gather with loved ones, which often involves sharing a meal, many active-duty service members and veterans will struggle to put food on the table this season. Ahead of Thanksgiving, Newsweek spoke with Jim Whaley—who served two decades in the U.S. Army…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:07
Why Do the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions Always Play on Thanksgiving?
When you think of Thanksgiving, certain images probably spring to the forefront of your mind. There's undoubtedly a table full of food, whether it's an idealized version à la Norman Rockwell or something more akin to real life. And, for many families, football is probably a part of that…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:21
Why Might The US Let An American Investor Buy The Bankrupt Nord Stream Project?
Why Might The US Let An American Investor Buy The Bankrupt Nord Stream Project? Authored by Andrew Korybko via substack, The Wall Street Journal reported last week that “A Miami Financier Is Quietly Trying to Buy Nord Stream 2 Gas Pipeline” if it soon goes to auction in a Swiss bankruptcy…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:13
Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump
The Biden administration's eleventh hour move to expand Medicare coverage for anti-obesity drugs is likely to be popular among seniors, putting the Trump administration — which would ultimately decide whether to carry out the expansion — in the hot seat. Why it matters: The buzzy class of drugs…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:00
Companies should be using AI to rethink traditional hierarchies and empower every employee
Chris Barry is the president of Microsoft Canada. Artificial intelligence is reshaping how organizations operate, moving beyond automating tasks to becoming a strategic partner in the workforce. At Microsoft, we view AI not just as a tool, but as a partner that enables employees to focus on more…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:46
Walmart and Delta stock are both hitting all time highs—and their CEOs have relied on a surprisingly similar strategy
In 2015, when Walmart Inc CEO Doug McMillon was under pressure to help the discount retailer keep up with Amazon amid a period of stagnation, he made the bold decision to invest billions of dollars in raises to motivate store workers to offer better service and overhaul Walmart’s in-store tech.…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:33
Russia says Ukraine attacked Zaporizhzhia 6 times
Russian Defense Ministry reported Wednesday that over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian forces launched six attacks on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) using drones, alongside two artillery stri...
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:08
These Stocks Are Moving the Most Today
Dell, CrowdStrike, HP Inc., Autodesk, Ambarella, Workday, and More
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:07
What Are Wall Street Analysts' Target Price for General Dynamics Stock?
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:09
These Stocks Are Moving the Most Today: Dell, CrowdStrike, HP Inc., Autodesk, Ambarella, Workday, and More
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:05
MicroStrategy-Linked ETFs Skyrocket 400% This Year: Is This 'The Michael Saylor Effect'?
Analysts are closely examining the impact of Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR), on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that are linked to the company’s performance. This comes amid a significant surge in MicroStrategy’s stock, driven by its substantial Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:45
EasyJet soars with 40% profit boost fueled by summer holiday demand
EasyJet reports a 40% profit surge, driven by booming package holidays and long-haul demand, with dividends soaring for shareholders. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:42
OpenAI’s Sora leaked by protesting artists
The artists, in an open letter directed at OpenAI said; 'we are not your: free bug testers, PR puppets, training data, validation tokens’. Read more: OpenAI’s Sora leaked by protesting artists
Published: 2024-11-27 09:55:50
Poland Signals Breakthrough in Feud With Ukraine That Put EU Ambitions at Risk
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:07
Trump's threat to impose tariffs could be costly for US consumers
Consumers will have to pay more for their cars, one analyst warns, adding that among the hardest hit would be Volkswagen, Stellantis, General Motors and Ford. If President-elect Donald Trump carries out his threat to impose 25% tariffs on everything imported from Mexico and Canada, the price…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:05
Georgian ruling party nominates anti-West former football player for president
Although the president's post is largely ceremonial, the choice of Mikheil Kavelashvili is likely to be viewed by the EU and the US as a further sign that Georgia is turning away from the West and moving closer to Russia.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:11
Just Eat Takeaway to delist from London Stock Exchange in blow to UK market
Just Eat Takeaway will delist from the London Stock Exchange next month, in a blow to the U.K.'s ambitions to attract more high-growth tech firms to its stock market. After completing a review of optimal listing venues, the Anglo-Dutch food delivery firm said Wednesday that it intends to delist…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:55:59
Canada officials blast Trump’s tariff threat and one calls Mexico comparison ‘the most insulting thing I’ve ever heard’
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will convene an emergency meeting with provincial leaders. The Canadian dollar weakened sharply in foreign exchange markets. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:55:59
Postal worker celebrating Thanksgiving with man whose life he saved
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:06
What financial troubles at budget airlines could means for travelers
What financial troubles at budget airlines could means for travelersNPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Tom Fitzgerald, lead airlines analyst at TD Cowen, about the financial struggles of budget airlines compared to larger carriers. NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Tom Fitzgerald, lead airlines analyst at…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:55:54
Bluesky to quadruple its moderation team due to surge in new users
The decentralised social media said that the "huge influx of users" has led to "a predictable uptick in harmful content posted to the network". Bluesky, the decentralised social media platform positioning itself as a potential rival to Elon Musk’s X, has announced it will quadruple its moderation…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:49
MARA Urges Incoming Trump Administration To Boost US Bitcoin Mining Operations To Prevent Manipulation From 'Adversarial' Nations
MARA Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA) exhorted the incoming Donald Trump administration to expand domestic Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining operations, emphasizing the significance of the U.S. controlling a larger portion of the global hash rate for economic sovereignty. What Happened: In an X post on…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:02
A woman's quirky out-of-office emails have ignited a debate about how much personality to bring to work
A woman's out-of-office saga has caught the attention of the TikTok. mihailomilovanovic/Getty Images A woman's creative out-of-office emails sparked debate on professionalism and workplace norms. Experts say OOO emails should reflect a company's culture. Legal and social issues can arise if OOOs…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:58
Tourist Not Prepared for View Behind Bedroom Curtain in Venice Airbnb
An unusual view hidden behind a curtain at an Airbnb venue in Venice, Italy, has baffled users on Reddit. Images of the view were shared by the guest in a post on Reddit under the username empirepark and the post was titled: "Here's what's behind the bedroom curtains in my Venice Airbnb." The post…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:07
Emirates Airline says 'wings clipped' by Boeing delays
Emirates Airline is a "frustrated entity" because of a lack of planes, the carrier's president said on Wednesday, adding that it would now have an 85-strong fleet of Boeing 777-9X jets if the planemaker had been able to deliver them on time.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:20
Trump’s plan to drain the swamp
You would be hard pressed to find a bar in Washington D.C. where you’d find a group of people as ideologically diverse as Donald Trump’s cabinet. He’s got Tea Party veterans mingling with a Kennedy, a Teamsters ally, George Soros’s “protege”, and the former vice chair of the Democratic Party. And,…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:12
Couple Adopt Deaf and Blind Puppy but They Didn't Expect 'a Menace'
"Can't hear nor see but the curiosity never absent," one user posted, while another added: "Living his best life."
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:56
I've worked in San Francisco, Chicago, and Silicon Valley. Only one has the best mix for career, family, and socializing
Manalan with his wife and son on the rooftop of Google's Chicago office in June 2024. Mike Manalac Mike Manalac has worked in the tech hubs of San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Chicago since 2016. He says each place has its strengths, but Chicago is the best place for raising a family. Chicago…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:49
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Tumble As 'Diamond Hands' Lock In Gains: Top Analyst Anticipates BTC Rebound
Leading cryptocurrencies slid further Tuesday, as long-term investors continued to chase profits. What Happened: Bitcoin fell to an intraday low of $90,770 before recovering to $92,500 in overnight hours. The corrective action has wiped all of the gains made over the week, halting the leading…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:20
UK financial regulator slammed for failed tech transformation
UK financial regulator slammed for failed tech transformation Poor software projects among efforts to overhaul FCA that came up short, MPs find UK politicians have slammed the nation's financial regulator for failing to implement a transformation program underpinned by technology. Witnesses asked…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:03
German consumer sentiment tumbles in December on job cut fears, GfK report shows
German consumer sentiment is expected to tumble in the last month of the year, breaking a streak of increases as households, confronted by reports of job cuts, grow more pessimistic about their income prospects, a survey showed on Wednesday.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:52
EasyJet ups dividend on surging profits from ‘record breaking’ summer
EasyJet shares increased by 2% on Wednesday as the low-cost airline reported a 34% increase in its pre-tax profits
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:10
European Gas Prices Fall on Easing Supply Fears
European natural-gas prices fell in early trade as fears of tighter supplies eased, with the benchmark Dutch TTF contract trading 2.4% lower at 46.10 euros a megawatt hour.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:51
Girls just wanna have STEM careers, Maynooth report finds
76pc of participants in inclusion programme are now considering a career in STEM. Read more: Girls just wanna have STEM careers, Maynooth report finds
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:07
Who's winning the grand AI triathlon
Competition in AI is less a single race than a triathlon: There's a face-off to develop the most advanced generative AI foundation models; a battle to win customers by making AI useful; and a struggle to build costly infrastructure that makes the first two goals possible. Why it matters: Picking a…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:10
GfK: German consumer confidence to worsen in December
Consumer confidence in Germany is projected to decline in December, from November's negative 18.4 to negative 23.3 points, missing expectations, according to a report released on Wednesday by market r...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:18
Ed Sheeran Shared a Brilliant 7-Word Formula for How to Be Successful. It’s a Lesson in Emotional Intelligence
Failure is inextricably linked with resilience. To keep on trying, it helps to tap into your passion.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:56
Swifties Beg NFL to Make Travis Kelce Change Ahead of Final Eras Tour Show
Taylor Swift's fans really want her boyfriend to be in Canada with her when she will make history and perform her last-ever Eras Tour concert. Swift's partner is the Kansas City Chiefs' tight end Travis Kelce, and her fans have been begging the NFL to change the start time of his game so he can…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:24
What Jay Bhattacharya, Trump's NIH Pick, Has Said About Anthony Fauci
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the National Institutes of Health, remains a vocal critic of Dr. Anthony Fauci and his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump announced in a statement on Tuesday that he had picked Bhattacharya, a professor at Stanford University…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:24
Trump Is Falling Into the Classic Trap That Kills Presidencies | Opinion
Now, the biggest question in American politics is whether President-elect Donald Trump will start acting as if he has a mandate he doesn't have. Sure seems like it.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:08
Trump taps 2 veterans of his first administration for trade representative and Economic Council head
Trump announced he has chosen international trade attorney Jamieson Greer to be his U.S. trade representative and Kevin Hassett as director of the White House National Economic Council. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:33:57
China: G7 should adhere to rules of mutual respect
The Chinese Foreign Ministry's spokesperson Mao Ning (pictured) urged on Wednesday the Group of Seven (G7) to refrain from trying to affect Beijing's decisions and instead "adhere to the principles of...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:10
US down premarket ahead of inflation, GDP reports
United States stock indexes traded lower ahead of Wednesday's session with major economic data to come. The PCE price index for October, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, will be publis...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:05
SoftBank to add up to $1.5B to OpenAI stake
ChatGPT-owner OpenAI will allow the sale of $1.5 billion worth of employee shares to SoftBank, CNBC reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.Sources revealed that SoftBank, having...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:34:20
Biden administration surveillance and AI tools for tracking and ranking immigrants set to help Trump deportation crackdown
One algorithm, for example, ranks immigrants with a “Hurricane Score,” ranging from 1-5, to assess whether someone will “abscond” from the agency's supervision. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:39
Dollar Falls on Israel Ceasefire News, Fed Rate-Cut Bets
3 min ago Dollar Falls on Israel Ceasefire News, Fed Rate-Cut Bets The dollar was falling as demand for safe havens wane on news of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, Swissquote Bank analyst Ipek Ozkardeskaya said in a note. The dollar was also weighed down by increased market bets for…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:20
Why Netanyahu backed a ceasefire with Hizbollah
Israel’s war aims in Lebanon were more modest than in Gaza, but the Israeli PM’s decision brings domestic political risks
Published: 2024-11-27 09:56:01
College jocks—not nerds—turn out to have more successful careers and earn $220,000 more, new research finds
It’s an age-old tale that the jock gets the girl, experiences immense school popularity, and makes prom king. Meanwhile, the nerds often endure their high school years being sidelined with the promise that they’ll get the last laugh—perhaps, by going on to become a Fortune 500 CEO. But as it turns…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:41
Israel Ceasefire Update As Biden Pushes To End War in Gaza
Biden spoke about his hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza after he announced the deal achieved between Israel and Lebanon yesterday.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:09
UK Government May Relax Rules On EV Targets, Easing Need To Buy Credits
UK Government May Relax Rules On EV Targets, Easing Need To Buy Credits The UK government is set to review electric vehicle (EV) sales rules through a "fast track" consultation, following pressure from carmakers who argue that current sales targets are too ambitious given weaker-than-expected…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:15
Treasury yields fall as traders await PCE inflation data
Treasury yields retreated early Wednesday ahead of a bumper batch of U.S. economic data before the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:55:58
EasyJet rakes in record $4.5 billion from fare add-ons as CEO slams 'unfair' penalty over practice
EasyJet on Tuesday said it made a record £3.59 billion ($4.5 billion) from charging passengers for flight add-ons such as extra baggage in the full year to October, as the budget airline's CEO criticized a recent Spanish fine over the practice. The easyJet group, which includes an airline and a…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:14
Oil watchers say inflation risks will stave off Trump's Canada tariff threat
Higher fuel prices are on the cards if President-elect Donald Trump implements tariffs on Canada, said industry experts.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:45:02
Spain unveils third aid package of €2.2B for flood victims
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced Wednesday a third aid package of €2.2 billion for flood victims in affected areas. This follows two previous relief packages: €10.6 billion for flood rec...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:16
Consumer Sentiment Survey Shows Partisan Bias In Full Swing
Personal Wealth Management / Market Analysis Partisan Perceptions Perk Up Again in Economic Sentiment The latest consumer sentiment survey shows partisan bias is in full swing. Editors’ Note: The following touches on politics, so please note that MarketMinder favors no politician nor any political…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:57
Multiple Cheers for the Perfectly Normal Failure of Banks
Three Cheers for Normal Bank Failure Written by Aaron Klein Aaron Klein is Miriam K. Carliner Chair and senior fellow in Economic Studies at the Brookings Institution. America returned to limited deposit insurance and the sky didn’t fall; heck, few noticed. First National Bank of Lindsay Oklahoma…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:56
Trump Needs To Drill On Day 1, Then Re-Open Keystone
Donald Trump has said that on the first day of his second term, he wants to “frack, frack, frack, and drill, drill, drill.” He needs to keep that promise – as well as reopen construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline, which the Biden administration blocked, just as the Obama White House did before…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:53
Breaking Up Google Would Be a Big Mistake
There’s no question that Google dominates the world of internet search. But in attempting to open up this critical industry to more competition, the government is pursuing a cure worse than the disease. If the government is successful at breaking up Google, history tells us that consumers and many…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:51
Trump Indicates He'll Intentionally Raise Prices for the People
Donald Trump, who won in part due to inflation that peaked two years ago, campaigned on a policy of making everything from vegetables to televisions more expensive, suggesting a plurality of voters either did not understand tariffs — and the rippling economic impact of raising taxes on imported…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:49
Dead Tape: Annual Federal Paperwork Gorges 14,983 Lives
The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released the Information Collection Budget of the United States Government (ICB), in compliance with the 1980 Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This is another of many federal government doings that merits the attention of incoming president…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:45
Make America Great or Great Again?
Great or Again? The question for Trump's economic legacy Photo by Kanchanara on Unsplash Hello, Welcome to Known Unknowns, a newsletter where no one beats the market without taking risks. Trade-offs are inescapable. Tariffs: What Are They Good For? Two questions have been troubling me lately: How…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:42
A Case for Argentine Dollarization
On the campaign trail, now-President Javier Milei promised to replace Argentina’s peso with the US dollar. But, at least so far, he has failed to deliver on that promise. Instead, Milei has implemented a transition plan with the expectation of eventually establishing a more permanent monetary…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:40
Are You Doing Your 401(k) Retirement Plan Rollover Wrong?
AARP Hearing Center Want to avoid lopping $130,000 off your retirement nest egg when you roll over a 401(k) into an individual retirement account (IRA)? Try this one weird trick: Find out how your money is being invested. That might not sound weird, or even like much of a trick. But not doing it…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:31
Wall Street Is Divided On Whether DOGE Will Succeed
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) — set to be led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy — is the talk of the town, but Wall Street is split on President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to drastically curb government spending. “A lot of bankers, they’re like dancing in the street because they’ve…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:30
10 Reasons for Investors to be Thankful in 2024
If your family is like mine, you gather at the Thanksgiving table and, before plunging into a Butterball, turducken, or tofurkey, you take turns expressing what you’re thankful for. To be honest, it’s not my favorite part of the meal. I struggle to verbalize heartfelt sentiments, typically fail to…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:29
Why Investors Are Brushing Off Trump's Tariff Threats
If the president-elect really cares about the stock market, investors wager the pro-growth policies will come before trade tensions escalate. The big stock-market news of the day is what’s not happening. After President-elect Donald Trump posted messages on Truth Social warning Canada, Mexico, and…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:29
America's Productivity Boom
America's Productivity Boom US Productivity Growth is Booming and Massively Outshining its Peers—Here's How Thanks for reading! If you haven’t subscribed, please click the button below: By subscribing you’ll join over 47,000 people who read Apricitas! Productivity growth is nothing short of the…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:29
Study: about 85% of US unicorn startups that have gone public were unprofitable in 2023, despite most having been founded more than fifteen years earlier
2 Scott D. Anthony, “Is Venture Capital Broken?,” Harvard Business Review, June 8, 2012; James Surowiecki, “What’s Wrong with Venture Capital?,” Technology Review, February 23, 2010. 3 James Ledbetter, “Venture Capital Is Broken—but Who Can Really Fix It?,” Observer, October 14, 2021; Alex Menn,…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:20
Three Things I Think I Think: 3 – 3 – 3 Edition
Trump’s new Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent has famously promoted his so-called 3-3-3 policy. Did you really think I wouldn’t write a Three Things about three pronged policy agenda? In case you don’t know about this it’s his idea that the government should run deficits at 3% of GDP, target 3%…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:19
CNBC Daily Open: The markets are living in Trump’s world for now
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. Rates to come down "gradually" U.S. Federal Reserve officials…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:16
The Crypto Plot Against America’s Gold Reserves
Jin Odin/GDA via AP Images The crypto “industry” was one of the biggest spenders in the 2024 election. It practically single-handedly bought a U.S. Senate seat in Ohio, turfing out labor’s most reliable senator, Sherrod Brown, with $40 million in advertising. And it convinced Donald Trump to make…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:12
The Fed’s favorite inflation gauge is out Wednesday. It could show some bad news on prices
At a time when most Federal Reserve officials see lower interest rates ahead, a key report on Wednesday is expected to show inflation drifting further away from target. The Commerce Department will release the October look at its personal consumption expenditures price index, the Fed's primary…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:12
How to Set and Achieve Big Goals
Here’s how to put the kibosh on “zombie goal setting” and help your company achieve its most important goals, according to one expert.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:26
Oil Inches Higher as Market Assesses Israel-Hezbollah Cease-Fire Deal
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:05
Trump plans to hit Mexico and Canada with tariffs over immigration. Here’s what the numbers say about border crossings, drugs and crime
Here's what the numbers and studies say about border crossings, fentanyl smuggling and whether there's a connection between immigration and crime. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:21
Millennial Reveals Why She Loves Going Away Alone for Thanksgiving
Dreading the thought of spending Thanksgiving with your family? One woman has swapped the yearly tradition for a more unconventional one—solo international travel—for the past four years and never looked back. In a TikTok video shared under the username @meredithonthemap, which has had over 13,000…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:26
Chinese Driverless-Tech Firm Pony AI Said to Raise $260 Million in US IPO
Published: 2024-11-27 09:44:51
Map Shows States Generating the Most Nuclear Energy
The latest data on the status of renewable energy in the U.S. has revealed which states are producing the most electricity via nuclear power. Data from the Energy Information Administration, which monitors the energy output of every state by different energy sources, includes statistics on which…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:10
Ex-Stripe CTO and former Meta and Google VPs launch AI agent-focused start-up
The team is currently focused on building the next generation of operating systems for AI agents. Read more: Ex-Stripe CTO and former Meta and Google VPs launch AI agent-focused start-up
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:06
VW confirms plans to exit controversial Xinjiang operation
Volkswagen will exit its controversial plant in China's Xinjiang region, after years of investor pressure to abandon its presence in an area where rights groups have documented abuses including mass forced labor in detention camps. Beijing denies any such abuses. Volkswagen and its Chinese partner…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:33:56
US B-52 Bombers Send NATO Warning to Russia
Two American bombers simulated the release of weapons over Finland during a training mission.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:11:58
The Adani Group has lost $55 billion in market value since last week’s shock indictment of billionaire founder
The Nov. 20 indictment accused founder Gautam Adani and multiple subordinates of misleading international investors as part of a bribery scheme. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:29
How the ‘Shopify of Gaming’ Is Helping Developers Go Direct to Consumer
The seeds were sown long ago for Chris Faught, CEO of Neon, to create a direct-to-consumer (D2C) platform for the gaming industry in 2022. He had been a gamer for his whole life and had been fascinated by the business and developer angles. And through a long stint building out payment products…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:11
Chief Risk Officers Suit Up for Digital Duty
As financial services become more interconnected and technology-driven, the role and impact of the chief risk officer (CRO) is evolving dramatically. “The speed of change is what stands out the most,” Regina Lewie, SVP and CRO at Corporate One Federal Credit Union, told PYMNTS. “Risk leaders have…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:02
Wall Street eyes M&A revival if new Trump administration ushers in lower rates, looser scrutiny
Wall Street is betting corporate dealmaking could bounce back next year if the new Trump administration ushers in lower interest rates and looser regulatory scrutiny.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:06
FCA reworks internal whistleblowing policies after criticism
Changes follow backlash against UK financial watchdog’s chair for revealing whistleblowers’ identities internally without their consent
Published: 2024-11-27 09:33:59
Government workers on the prospect of DOGE-fueled layoffs: 'It kind of feels like we're being villainized'
Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BI Trump's new DOGE commission, tasked with cutting spending, has floated laying off federal workers. Government employees told BI they're preparing by networking and freshening their resumes. Amid the concerns with DOGE, some employees said there could be…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:16
The Price of Loyalty? Brands Bet Big on Blockchain to Woo Consumers
The loyalty industry is changing due to the integration of blockchain technology. According to a PYMNTS Intelligence report, “From Transaction to Transformation: Blockchain’s Loyalty Proposition,” in collaboration with Solana, the loyalty market is projected to exceed $24 billion in revenue within…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:58
How Simplifying Transactions Can Translate Into Meaningful Customer Interactions
Simplifying payments can strengthen client relationships and grow customers, Ingo Payments Chief Innovation Officer Joseph Akintolayo writes in a new PYMNTS eBook, “The New Value Equation: 11 Financial Services Leaders Share Their Vision for 2025.” As we move toward 2025, the businesses that…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:51
Founder of Chinese AI firm DeepGlint, an early mover, steps back amid rising losses
Losses at the image recognition firm have surpassed those of 2023, as it grapples with challenges from new technology and client concentration.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:21
Map Shows Which States are Most Excited For Christmas
The holiday season is fast approaching, and Newsweek has compiled a map showing who in United States is most excited about the arrival of Santa? We have already plotted each state's favorite holiday cocktail, and ranked each one's most popular Christmas songs … but which state is the most excited…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:28
Mercedes, JLR Innovate Car Interiors With Sustainability Focused Design
Closing the materials loop is a key factor in automobile sustainability initiatives. JLR and Mercedes-Benz are two automakers that have placed high priority on innovating solutions surrounding that initiative. Today JLR announced that it has created a closed-loop polyurethane seat foam, in…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:33
In an F-35 funding fight, Musk will need to win over a skeptical Congress and Trump
A US F-35 in flight. US Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Rodgers Elon Musk sharply criticized the F-35 stealth jet and its builder, Lockheed Martin. Musk could target the expensive program as part of his efforts to cut federal spending under Trump. Congress has historically valued the stealth…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:12
Brickbat: Not Good Enough To Give Away
In Scotland, Nigel Carter collected 500 bicycles to send to Sudan, for people who need access to cheap transportation. But the Scottish Environment Protection Agency blocked the shipment after an inspector deemed the bikes unfit for use because some of them needed repairs. Carter said the bikes…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:03
AI improvements are slowing down. Companies have a plan to break through the wall
The tech world has been debating if AI models are plateauing. iStock; Rebecca Zisser/BI The rate of AI model improvement appears to be slowing, but some tech leaders say there is no wall. It's prompted a debate over how companies can overcome AI bottlenecks. Business Insider spoke to 12 people at…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:17
'ACDC,' 'T2K,' and the Middle East: Leaked documents reveal Amazon's top cloud growth initiatives
Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BI Internal AWS documents obtained by BI lay out the cloud giant's growth priorities next year. The company is focusing on at least 7 areas with codenames such as "ACDC" and "T2K." AWS faces competition from Microsoft and Google, though it leads the cloud…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:26
Donald Trump and Elon Musk Could Radically Reshape NASA. Here's How
Musk's involvement in space policy raises potential conflicts of interest, and that's not the only change on the horizon.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:00:57
A Silicon Valley billionaire chastised NFL legend Julian Edelman over a bad grade as a schoolboy. It led to a lifelong habit
After a bad middle school report card, Edelman’s father took him to see John Arrillaga, the real estate developer who built Silicon Valley. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:19
7 Ways to Create Your Dream Team That Will Get Big Things Done
A dream team is a carefully selected group of people who work together effectively toward a common goal.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:17
How to Analyze the Northvolt Bankruptcy Using Toyota’s ‘Five Whys’ Technique
To get to the bottom of problems, just keep asking questions.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:23:08
Are Wall Street Analysts Predicting Insulet Stock Will Climb or Sink?
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:17
Australia's social media ban for children under 16 moves closer to becoming law
Australia's social media ban for children under 16 has come a step closer to becoming law as it passes the House of Representatives. Australia’s House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday that would ban children under 16 from social media. The bill passed 102 to 13 and now needs to…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:00
How ‘Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper Used Emotional Intelligence to Score a $125 Million SiriusXM Deal
‘Call Her Daddy’ host Alex Cooper’s advice on how to use emotional intelligence in negotiations can help anyone succeed.
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:18
Stock Futures Falling as Markets Brace for PCE Inflation Report
10 min ago Stock Futures Falling as Markets Brace for PCE Inflation Report Stock futures were slipping on Wednesday as Wall Street waited for the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, the final major economic data due before the Thanksgiving holiday. Futures tracking the Dow Jones…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:22
VW sells plant in China’s Xinjiang region
The Volkswagen Group revealed on Wednesday that it sold its plant in Urumqi, the capital of China’s Xinjiang region. The site was a joint venture with Chinese state-owned car firm SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd...
Published: 2024-11-27 08:50:23
Panel defers decision on scrapping Japan's NTT law
In its final report, the panel concluded it was appropriate for the Japanese government to maintain its obligation to hold at least one-third of NTT shares.
Published: 2024-11-27 08:50:21
Leaked BYD letter signals China EV price war is set to intensify
A screen shot of an email purportedly BYD was circulating on social media Wednesday, demanding 10% price cuts from an unnamed supplier. Read More
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:11
France hints ICC Netanyahu warrant may not be enforced
France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot hinted Wednesday that the country could potentially disregard the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Net...
Published: 2024-11-27 08:50:18
Adani’s Global Ambitions Are The Next Casualty of Bribery Probe #adani #india #gautamadani
The bribery probe against Gautam Adani is already beginning to chip away at his global ambitions. Here's how the US indictment could leave a lasting impact on the Indian conglomerate’s projects spanning from Vietnam to Israel https://trib.al/s7WZv8W -------- Subscribe to our YouTube channel:…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:50:10
TikTok fails to stop political disinformation in Ireland
This is Global Witness's follow-up investigation into the platform's content moderation Read more: TikTok fails to stop political disinformation in Ireland
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:28
Why the $72 billion software company Workday is psyched about DOGE
Workday's CEO sees an opportunity with President-elect Trump's plan to reshape the federal government. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Musk and Ramaswamy have plans for the DOGE, and Workday sees an opportunity. Workday aims to capitalize on federal agencies' shift from on-premises to cloud systems,…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:33
Just Eat to delist from London Stock Exchange to cut ‘complexity and costs’
Food delivery firm is also listed in Amsterdam and decision is another blow to London market The food delivery company Just Eat Takeaway is to delist from the London Stock Exchange to cut costs, in a further blow to the UK’s international financial standing. Just Eat is also listed on the…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:05
Chipmakers' suppliers said to be reexamining Mexico plans
The suppliers for Nvidia Corporation and Intel Corporation are examining their plans to manufacture the parts for semiconductors in Mexico and seeking a way to comply with United States President-elec...
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:16
Euro Outlook Is Bearish for Months Ahead | Markets in 3 Minutes
Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Kriti Gupta, and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on ...
Published: 2024-11-27 09:04:24
The workplace has become a surveillance state
The workplace has become a surveillance state Cracked Labs report explores the use of motion sensors and wireless networking kit to monitor offices Office buildings have become like web browsers – they're full of tracking technology, a trend documented in a report out this week by Cracked…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:32
Worldpay Debuts Near-Instant Refund Tool for UK Shoppers
Worldpay introduced what it called a “first-of-its-kind service” capable of delivering near-instant refunds. The refunds — the speed of which depends on the receiving financial institution — are designed to help close the gap between consumer expectations and merchant capabilities, the company…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:06:54
Hong Kong’s jobs market dims as 46% of workers are less confident about opportunities
Hong Kong’s jobs market dims as 46% of workers are less confident about opportunities Only 55 per cent of employers expect to give pay increases ranging from 1 to 5 per cent, a Robert Walters survey shows Despite a “notable decline” in white-collar vacancies this year, applications have surged 122…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:44
China’s move to centralise oversight of financial sector shouldn’t be feared
Stronger party control over the financial sector will allow the building of a more cohesive framework for further orderly decentralisation.
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:37
German Criticizes Judge Who 'Fined' Syrian For Raping 15-Year-Old Girl; Gets Fined Twice As Much
German Criticizes Judge Who 'Fined' Syrian For Raping 15-Year-Old Girl; Gets Fined Twice As Much Via Remix news, A German man who described a judge as “obviously mentally disturbed” — after the judge issued a light sentence to a Syrian who raped a 15-year-old girl — was slapped with a €5,000…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:42
MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor Talks Bitcoin, His Stock, and What’s Next
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:23
Ferrari’s $4 Million Car Will Supercharge the Stock. The Auto Maker Is Leading the Luxury Pack
Published: 2024-11-27 09:12:15
This Nearly 6%-Yielding Stock Is Adding More Power to Drive Dividend Growth in 2027 and Beyond
In This Article: Clearway Energy (NYSE: CWEN)(NYSE: CWEN.A) offers investors a high-yielding dividend currently approaching 6%. That's multiples higher than the S&P 500's (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) dividend yield, which is near a 20-year low at around 1.2%. The clean energy company has all the power needed…
Published: 2024-11-27 10:07:14
Marubeni picks executive Masayuki Omoto as new president
TOKYO -- Japanese trading company Marubeni announced on Wednesday that Masayuki Omoto will become its new president and CEO from April, stepping up from his current position as managing executive officer. Omoto started his career with Marubeni, but left for consulting firm McKinsey before…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:41
Seven & i drama shows Japan convenience stores at crossroads
TOKYO -- The potential takeover of Seven & i Holdings by either its founding family or a Canadian competitor has underscored the increasingly fraught business landscape Japanese-style convenience stores face, with the need to restructure becoming more evident. The 11th-hour bid by the founding Ito…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:28
Just Eat Takeaway to delist from London Stock Exchange
Food delivery group cites costs and complexity as it becomes latest company to ditch UK market
Published: 2024-11-27 08:39:22
Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah comes into effect in Lebanon
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah came into effect Wednesday morning in Lebanon. As part of the deal, brokered by the United States, Israel will gradually withdraw its forces from Lebanon over the next 60 days and Hezbollah would not entrench itself near the Israeli border. NBC News'…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:50:30
Bitcoin Bulls Lose Steam, Aussie-Yen Dips, Hinting at Broad-Based Risk Aversion Ahead
Bitcoin's (BTC) bullish momentum has hit a snag this week for several reasons, including a weaker stateside demand. Now, the Australian dollar-Japanese yen exchange rate or the AUD/JPY pair, the classic risk barometer, has turned south again, signaling caution to risk asset bulls. The Australian…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:41
Volkswagen Says It Is Exiting China’s Xinjiang Region After 12 Years
VW and its joint venture partner, SAIC Motor, are transferring an assembly plant and test tracks after years of criticism from human rights activists.
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:41
Man Finds Rare 89 Million-Year-Old Tooth of Ancient Hunter in Texas Cave
Internet users were wowed by the rare discovery made by one man exploring caves in Texas.
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:17
Asia likely to benefit from cheaper Canadian, Mexican oil if Trump imposes tariffs
Oil producers in Canada and Mexico will likely be forced to reduce prices and divert supply to Asia if U.S. President-elect Donald Trump imposes 25% import tariffs on crude imports from the two countries, traders and analysts said.
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:42
COP's Cassandra curse is failing to inspire action
Yuriy Humber is founder of Japan NRG, an information service on the Japanese energy market, and president of investment research company Yuri Group. If thousands of delegates gather for a global climate summit but fail to agree on anything meaningful, does it matter that it happened at all?
Published: 2024-11-27 08:17:54
Pharma giant Sanofi opens $595 million vaccine facility in Singapore to prepare for potential pandemics
SINGAPORE — French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi on Wednesday opened a 800 million Singapore dollar ($595 million) "evolutive vaccine facility," or EVF, in Singapore — the only such facility the company has outside of France. This plant, known as Modulus, can switch between making different vaccines…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:17:44
Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, says watchdog
Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, says watchdog Supermarket loyalty cards do offer genuine savings, the UK's competition watchdog has found, but it said people should still shop around. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it examined 50,000 products on loyalty price promotions…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:17:43
Elon Musk’s X files last-minute objection to block the sale of Alex Jones’ X accounts
The Alex Jones bankruptcy trial has cascaded far beyond just the Infowars conspiracy theorist’s finances. X owner Elon Musk’s legal team has managed to get involved, setting off what could become a landmark battle over the fate of digital assets and who truly owns a social media account. At the…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:17:24
Israeli army fires at vehicles in Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported on Wednesday it targeted vehicles within Lebanese territory to stop them from entering a "restricted movement area" shortly after a ceasefire agreement with He...
Published: 2024-11-27 08:17:29
Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500 Falling Ahead of PCE Inflation Report; Nvidia, Rivian, Super Micro, Intel, More Movers
LIVE UPDATES Stock Market News: Dow Set to Open Down Ahead of PCE Inflation Report S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures are also falling in premarket trading Wednesday. Last Updated: Nov. 27, 2024 at 3:59 AM EST Key Events Pinned Post Stock futures were slipping on Wednesday as Wall Street waited for the…
Published: 2024-11-27 09:01:26
Nationwide gains £2.3bn from Virgin Money takeover
Bigger-than-forecast figure comes as building society’s profits fall 43% in six months to 30 September Nationwide building society has said it will realise a bigger-than-forecast gain of £2.3bn from its acquisition of the rival Virgin Money, as it also reported a sharp drop in profits. The UK’s…
Published: 2024-11-27 08:28:30
