08:00
Meta lays off employees at WhatsApp and Instagram, the Verge reports
Meta has laid off staff across Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs to align with long-term goals.
Business
11:55
Elon Musk unveils two-door robotaxi
Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled a futuristic robotaxi with gull-wing doors and no steering wheel or pedals, aiming for a 2026 production at under $30,000.
08:57
US considers to break up Google's search dominance
The U.S. DOJ's proposed remedies to break up Google's search dominance could weaken its core business and impact AI advancements.
10:46
US companies hit pause on Florida Ops as hurricane Milton approaches
Airlines, energy firms and a Universal Studios theme park were among the companies beginning to halt their Florida operations
20:00
Mark Zuckerberg becomes second richest in the World, overtaking Jeff Bezos
Mark Zuckerberg has surpassed Jeff Bezos as the world's second richest person, with a net worth of $206.2 billion.
15:49
Oil climbs on prospects of wider Middle East war
Oil prices rose on Thursday amid concerns that escalating Middle East tensions could disrupt crude supplies, though strong global supply capped gains. Brent crude hit $75.31, with fears growing over potential Israeli strikes on Iran. Rising U.S. inventories suggest the market remains well supplied.
08:05
OpenAI gets US$6.6 billion in new funding
OpenAI has secured $6.6 billion in funding, potentially valuing the company at $157 billion. Despite recent leadership changes, investor confidence remains strong, with projections of $3.6 billion in revenue this year and expectations for significant growth ahead.
08:12
Dollar firm as war widens in Middle East
The U.S. dollar surged on Wednesday following an Iranian missile attack on Israel, as investors sought safe-haven assets amid rising tensions. The dollar index climbed 0.5% to 101.2, driven by strong U.S. job openings data and concerns over Middle East conflict.
05:20
Amazon wins partial dismissal of US antitrust lawsuit
Amazon wins a partial dismissal of the FTC lawsuit accusing it of monopolistic practices, though key details remain sealed. The FTC claims Amazon used anti-competitive tactics to dominate online marketplaces. The case will proceed in two parts, with some allegations allowed to continue.
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