By Heekyong Yang and Joyce Lee SEOUL, Jan 8 (Reuters) – Samsung Electronics on Thursday projected a three-fold jump in fourth-quarter operating profit from a year earlier to a record high as tight supply and a surge in artificial intelligence-driven demand stoked prices for conventional memory chips. The results highlight how chip prices have rocketed…
The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) charity says its analysts have discovered “criminal imagery” of girls aged between 11 and 13 which “appears to have been created” using Grok. The AI tool is owned by Elon Musk’s firm xAI. It can be accessed either through its website and app, or through the social media platform X….
From left, Donald Trump Jr, Zack Witkoff, Eric Trump and Zak Folkman, co-founders of World Liberty Financial in New York, pictured in August © Spencer Platt/Getty Images A cryptocurrency venture backed by President Donald Trump has applied for a US banking licence that would broaden its access to the traditional financial system. The Trump family’s…
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on January 06, 2026 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose on Thursday, while the Nasdaq Composite came under pressure as investors moved away from technology stocks. The 30-stock Dow climbed 270.03…
Emily Holt BBC The new year is a natural time to reflect, and for many of us, that involves thinking about our careers. Kristina O’Neill and Laura Brown are both editors who lost their jobs after restructures, and they initially thought it was the end of the world. “I poured my heart into the role……
As the war in Ukraine continues to evolve, harsh realities unfold on both the battleground and the diplomatic front. With evidence of intense military action and new sanctions emerging, the complexities of this conflict underscore not only the immediate human cost but also the broader implications for international relations and security in the region. Understanding…
As the political landscape in Iran grapples with mounting unrest and shifting alliances, the United States finds itself navigating the complexities of potential regime change. With President Trump signaling reluctance to support opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last shah, the discourse around Iran’s future governance remains fraught with uncertainty. This delicate…
SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Intel Corporation today announced that it will report fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results on Thursday, January 22, 2026, promptly after close of market. Intel will then hold an earnings conference call at 2 p.m. PT that day to discuss the results. A live public webcast of the earnings conference call…
Today, Apple and Chase announced that Chase will become the new issuer of Apple Card, with an expected transition in approximately 24 months. Apple Card users can continue to enjoy the award-winning experience of Apple Card, which includes up to 3 percent unlimited Daily Cash back on every purchase, easy-to-navigate spending tools, Apple Card Family,1…
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SHENZHEN, CHINA – AUGUST 26: An aerial view of the Shenzhen skyline on August 26, 2020 in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province of China. (Photo by He Shaoping/VCG via Getty Images) Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets mostly fell Thursday after Wall Street closed lower amid rising geopolitical tensions and comments from U.S….
Jonathan JosephsBusiness reporter, BBC News AFP via Getty Images President Trump’s favourite word is tariffs. He reminded the world of that in his pre-Christmas “address to the nation”. With the world still unwrapping the tariffs “gift” from the first year of his second term in office, he said they were bringing jobs, higher wages and…
In a significant development in the ongoing Middle East peace efforts, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has appointed Nickolay Mladenov, a former UN envoy, as the director-general for the proposed United States-led “board of peace” in Gaza. This initiative comes in the context of President Donald Trump’s ambitious 20-point plan, which aims to bring stability…
The bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and its extensive library of hit TV shows and films like “Harry Potter,” “Game of Thrones,” and the DC Comics titles is dragging on. The studio on Wednesday said its board had unanimously rejected Paramount Skydance’s revised $108.4 billion bid, calling the proposal a “leveraged buyout” that…
GameStop is providing details on a new compensation package for CEO Ryan Cohen that is dependent on him meeting certain “significant” performance targets. The video game retailer said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday that Cohen would have to grow its market capitalization to $100 billion and it would need to hit $10 billion in…
A Sharpa robot takes a photograph with a Fujifilm Instax camera during the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week © Patrick T. Fallon/AFP/Getty Images Do you need a $500 noise-reducing ice cube maker? What about a giant hologram machine, or a lolly that makes music while you eat it? The Consumer Electronics Show…
Ask any job seeker today and they’ll likely tell you it’s a challenging time to be looking for work. If you’re wondering where the jobs are, LinkedIn offers a look in a new ranking. The professional networking site on Wednesday released its annual Jobs on the Rise list identifying the 25 fastest-growing occupations in the US…
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers posted far fewer jobs in November than the previous month, a sign that employers aren’t yet ramping up hiring even as growth has picked up. Businesses and government agencies posted 7.1 million open jobs at the end of November, the Labor Department said Wednesday, down from 7.4 million in October. Layoffs…
In a world where respect for international law is increasingly debated, recent statements from U.S. President Donald Trump shed light on a shift in American foreign policy. His dismissal of established legal frameworks raises critical questions about the implications for global stability, particularly in regions like Latin America, which have seen the far-reaching consequences of…
The situation in Gaza has escalated alarmingly despite the introduction of a proposed peace framework by the United States. Over the past three months, ongoing Israeli military actions have led to significant casualties among Palestinians, raising critical questions about the effectiveness and sincerity of the peace plan that was meant to stabilize the region. With…
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is slated to shut down publication this May, the paper announced Wednesday afternoon. The Post-Gazette shared the news in an article, noting major financial losses and “court decisions” as reasons why it’s ceasing publication. “The owners of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announced Wednesday that the newspaper will cease publication Sunday, May 3. Over…
JPMorgan Chase has reached a deal to take over operation of the Apple Card, reports The Wall Street Journal. Barring any “last minute hiccups,” the deal should be announced shortly after over a year of negotiations. Reports began circulating over two years ago that current Apple Card issuer Goldman Sachs was looking to end its…
Ventyx’s clinical pipeline includes multiple small molecules with potential for oral therapies addressing chronic inflammation Acquisition builds on Lilly’s established capabilities in inflammatory-mediated diseases INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: VTYX), a San Diego-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative oral therapies for patients…
Jan 7 (Reuters) – Applied Digital reported second-quarter revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as the data center operator benefited from strong demand for its large-scale facilities for artificial intelligence workloads. Shares of the company rose about 7% in extended trading. Applied Digital is capitalizing on surging demand for AI infrastructure that is able…
Danielle KayeBusiness reporter Houston Chronicle via Getty Images US President Donald Trump has said he will move to ban big corporate investors from buying single-family homes, in a bid to make housing more affordable for Americans. In a social media post on Wednesday, Trump said he would ask Congress to “codify” the plan and would…
In recent months, heightened tensions surrounding immigration enforcement actions have sparked protests across various U.S. cities, with Portland, Oregon, emerging as a focal point for growing unrest. The latest events, including a shooting incident involving federal agents, have raised urgent calls for community calm while underscoring the mounting emotional strain felt by residents. This situation…
In recent developments concerning Venezuela’s oil industry, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has outlined the administration’s intent to maintain control over the nation’s oil sales indefinitely, asserting that such measures are crucial for driving political and economic change within the country. This announcement follows significant geopolitical maneuvers, including the abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro,…
From bakeries, pizzerias and hot pot eateries to a brewery and a distillery, dozens of new eateries are expected to open in Montgomery County this year. Here are more than 20 to keep an eye on as the year progresses: Bethesda Agora, a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Washington, D.C., is expanding to open a…
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers posted far fewer jobs in November than the previous month, a sign that employers aren’t yet ramping up hiring even as growth has picked up. Businesses and government agencies posted 7.1 million open jobs at the end of November, the Labor Department said Wednesday, down from 7.4 million in October….
First Brands makes and markets car supplies under the Michelin, Fram and Autolite labels © Bloomberg US investment bank Jefferies Financial took a $30mn loss tied to the collapse of car parts supplier First Brands Group, with chief executive Rich Handler saying the firm deeply regretted its involvement in the debacle. The loss was tied…
President Trump said on Wednesday that he will take steps to prevent institutional investors from buying single-family homes, claiming the move would help make housing more affordable for Americans. In a social media post, Mr. Trump said that the dream of home ownership has become increasingly out of reach for many Americans, and that action is…
DALLAS, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Applied Digital Corporation (Nasdaq: APLD) (“Applied Digital” or the “Company”), a designer, builder, and operator of high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for artificial intelligence, cloud, networking and blockchain workloads, reported financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended November 30, 2025. The Company also provided operational…
Tensions in Aleppo have once again flared as clashes erupt between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), highlighting the complex power dynamics at play in the region. This ongoing conflict underscores a broader struggle for governance within Syria, as the SDF advocates for a decentralized political system while the Damascus government…