Ziff Davis sold the two sites to the consulting and IT services provider Accenture. Ziff Davis sold the two sites to the consulting and IT services provider Accenture. Mar 4, 2026, 5:35 PM UTC Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she…
Looks like we’ve got ourselves a good old fashioned corporate social media beef… PublishedMarch 4, 2026 2:00 PM EST•UpdatedMarch 4, 2026 1:42 PM EST Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link I love petty corporate warfare. It seems to have gone away, but, man, did I love being alive for the Cola Wars, even though, truthfully, I…
In a significant reshuffle within President Donald Trump’s cabinet, the announcement of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s reassignment has drawn attention to the evolving landscape of U.S. immigration policy. With the appointment of Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin as her successor, this transition reflects a broader strategy addressing security concerns while also emphasizing the…
The USDA is urging people to check their freezers for products that could contain glass. The agency is expanding the recall from last month for chicken products that may contain glass. Other WRAL Top Stories The possible contaminated products include: Ajinomoto Fried Rice Authentic Japanese Style Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken Fried Rice Ajinomoto Japanese-Style Kurobuta Pork…
In this article .FTMC Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT This report is from this week’s CNBC’s UK Exchange newsletter. Like what you see? You can subscribe here. The dispatch It was no surprise, when equity markets first reacted to news of the strikes on Iran, that the U.K.’s FTSE 100 fell by less than all of its major continental…
The United States is producing more oil than any country in the history of the planet. Yet the war with Iran has sent gas prices up 20 cents a gallon, or 7% in just a few days. Why? No matter how much crude the United States produces domestically, oil is traded in a global market…
In this article COIN Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Dado Ruvic | Reuters Shares of Coinbase and other cryptocurrency companies surged Wednesday after President Donald Trump threw his weight behind the industry’s battle against U.S. banks over yield-bearing stablecoins — adding to momentum the firms were already feeling from bitcoin‘s bounce. Coinbase was last…
In a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, the latest discussions between European Union leaders and Gulf Cooperation Council officials highlight a critical moment in the face of escalating tensions involving Iran. The recent assertion of support for Gulf states underscores a commitment to regional stability and the protection of shared interests, as leaders navigate a complex…
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A defiant Elon Musk on Wednesday took the stand in a jury trial to defend himself against accusations that he engaged in a pattern of deceptive behavior that misled investors as he attempted to back out of his $44 billion deal to buy Twitter before he finally completed the takeover. The…
Bitcoin BTC$71,298.81 surged Wednesday, underscoring its growing resilience to turmoil in the Middle East, while gold, a traditional safe haven, lagged. The leading cryptocurrency by market value rose to $71,023 during the European hours, up over 6% on a 24-hour basis, according to CoinDesk data. Other majors such as ether (ETH), XRP (XRP) and solana…
In an aerial view, two-story single family homes line the streets on Jan. 14, 2026 in Thousand Oaks, California. Kevin Carter | Getty Images Legislation to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes to rent is making its way through Congress, but many of them are already selling thousands of homes — and have been…
Markets tend to freak out first and ask questions later when international tensions flare — but history also says that panic often fades in days or weeks (sometimes months). The exception is the ugly one: a prolonged, boots-on-the-ground conflict. With recent market history already skittish, the cleanest risk-off tells right now are three levels in…
US private employers added 63,000 roles in February, beating expectations in the best monthly gains since July, according to the private payroll processor ADP. Economists surveyed by Bloomberg had expected an increase of 50,000 in February, an improvement from the previous month’s lackluster gain of 22,000 roles, which was revised even lower Wednesday to 11,000…
Getting leaner: Verizon recently considered scaling back its high-profile NFL sponsorship as part of a broader effort to cut costs across the company. While executives ultimately decided against altering the multibillion-dollar deal, the telecom giant is reviewing hundreds of millions in sports and music marketing partnerships as new leadership pushes for leaner operations. Read more…
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As regional tensions escalate, Iran has escalated military operations against Kurdish groups in the semi-autonomous Kurdistan region of Iraq, hoping to assert control in the face of mounting challenges following increased instability sparked by U.S. and Israeli actions. The renewed conflict, which has already resulted in significant casualties, underlines the complex interplay of local and…
One of the things that makes Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson such a great children’s entertainer is his willingness to slap his dead stare and frozen, toothy grin on just about anything. Whether it’s moldy Lunchables knockoffs, a Saudi Arabian theme park, or a real-life game show version of a satirical action drama about the ills of…
Damage to three Amazon Web Services facilities in the Middle East from Iranian drone strikes highlights the rapid growth of data centers in the region, as well as the industry’s vulnerability to conflict. The company’s cloud computing division, Amazon Web Services, said late Monday that two data centers in the United Arab Emirates were “directly struck” and…
U.S. News // 19 hours ago ADP: Private payrolls increased by 63,000 in February; January revised down March 4 (UPI) — Private companies added 63,000 new jobs in February, a sizable increase over January, the ADP National Employment Report released Wednesday said.
By Christine Chen SYDNEY, March 4 (Reuters) – Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon said on Wednesday that he was surprised at the “benign” reaction in financial markets over the conflict in the Middle East, and it may take a “couple of weeks” for investors to more fully digest the impacts. “I look at the market…
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. stock market rebounded Wednesday from two days of punishing swings after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% and made back most of its losses since the war with Iran began. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 238 points,…
The current geopolitical landscape in the Middle East is increasingly complex, particularly following the recent assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, which has heightened tensions with Israel and reignited active hostilities in Lebanon. As Hezbollah finds itself at a critical juncture, the intersection of military strategy and political dynamics underscores not only regional stability but also…
As global tensions mount over recent events, the diplomatic landscape continues to shift among world leaders. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has expressed support for de-escalating conflicts related to Iran during a visit to Canberra, while also keeping military options open for Canada. This nuanced stance underlines the complex interplay of international relations and the…
Meanwhile, the EU already obliges member countries to maintain 90-day emergency oil stockpiles. Non-EU countries in the Balkans and Eastern Europe, however, have yet to fully comply with similar targets, with oil stockpiles ranging from low to non-existent in countries like Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to a 2025 report by the Energy Community,…
Since Warner Bros. properties like HBO Max and CNN offer programming outside the US, other countries’ regulators could try to block the merger. Paramount has started discussions with the European Commission, the firm said. Paramount gave in to Trump and FCC demands Trump and Carr have repeatedly criticized TV networks, including Paramount property CBS, for…
Nvidia (NVDA +1.68%) is one of the most impressive companies we’ve ever seen. It is dominating the computing hardware realm and has become the primary option to run all of the generative artificial intelligence (AI) workloads that are coming online. However, we’re still in the early innings of the buildout, leaving plenty of room for…
By Ellen Zhang and Ryan Woo BEIJING, March 4 (Reuters) – China’s factory activity in February expanded at the fastest pace since December 2020, driven by robust demand that helped lift manufacturers’ confidence, a private-sector survey showed on Wednesday. The RatingDog China General Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 52.1…
In a notable political shift, former Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper-turned-politician, is partaking in Nepal’s general elections, which come on the heels of significant youth-led anti-corruption protests that led to the government’s downfall. This election marks a crucial moment for the nation’s youth, whose activist efforts have started to reshape the political landscape,…
As China approaches a pivotal moment in its economic trajectory, the recent National People’s Congress (NPC) unveils a strategic roadmap intended to steer the country through a period of substantial transformation. With an emphasis on sustainable growth and technological advancement, the NPC’s plans reflect not only a shift towards moderation in economic expectations but also…
Ziff Davis bought Ookla in 2014 for $15 million, per a Reuters report today. The publishing company said it expects the sale to close “in the coming months.” In a statement, Accenture CEO and chair Julie Sweet said: By acquiring Ookla, we will help our clients across business and government scale AI safely and build…
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has recently showcased his military’s advancements by supervising the test-firing of strategic cruise missiles from a newly commissioned naval destroyer. This demonstration underscores North Korea’s commitment to enhancing its maritime capabilities and reflects significant progress in its military modernization efforts, especially following previous setbacks in naval development. North Korean…
U.S. President Donald Trump said bankers are trying to undermine the GENIUS Act — the signature stablecoin legislation he signed into law last year — in a Truth Social post Tuesday, and he urged passage of Congress’ crypto market structure legislation without interference. “The U.S. needs to get Market Structure done, ASAP. Americans should earn…
Jobs impacted are within the company’s supply chain department. SEATTLE — Starbucks will relocate some of its corporate jobs in Seattle when it expands operations to Tennessee, according to the company. Jobs connected to direct and indirect sourcing operations teams within the supply chain will be impacted. Seattle will remain the company’s North America and…