In a surprising turn of events that intertwines the realms of sports, business, and politics, Dana White, the CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has been appointed to the board of Meta, the parent company of Facebook. This appointment comes just weeks before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, with whom White shares a
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In a striking display of growth, global semiconductor stocks experienced a notable surge recently, largely driven by positive financial results from industry giant Foxconn. The announcement that Foxconn enjoyed record revenues in the fourth quarter has sent ripples through the semiconductor market, suggesting that the demand induced by the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is far
Amit Yoran’s unexpected passing on a Friday shook the cybersecurity community and the tech industry at large. At just 54 years old, Yoran was not only the chief executive of the publicly traded cybersecurity firm Tenable but also a pivotal figure in shaping strategies and innovations that helped define cybersecurity as we know it today.
Microsoft has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest a staggering $80 billion in constructing data centers designed to support artificial intelligence (AI) workloads during its fiscal year 2025, which concludes in June 2025. This strategic investment highlights Microsoft’s vision to maintain and expand its dominance in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. As articulated by Microsoft’s
Recent data indicates a dramatic decline in foreign smartphone shipments within the Chinese market, signaling a challenging landscape for international brands, particularly Apple. In November, foreign mobile shipments plummeted to just 3.04 million units, marking a staggering 47.4% drop compared to the same period in the previous year, and an even more pronounced 51% decrease
CNBC has opened the application process for its highly anticipated Disruptor 50 list for 2025, marking its thirteenth year of recognizing the most innovative startup companies engaged in groundbreaking technologies. This annual initiative showcases a select group of venture-backed enterprises that are creatively addressing contemporary economic and consumer challenges through innovation. The deadline for submissions
In the realm of technology and consumer electronics, adaptation is critical, especially in fast-paced markets such as China. With its lucrative potential and a discerning consumer base, China has always been a key territory for Apple Inc. Recently, however, as the tech giant grapples with increased market competition, it has made a strategic decision that
Tesla Inc. has become synonymous with the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, consistently capturing the spotlight in the financial and automotive sectors alike. However, the company’s stock performance recently has been far from stable. As investors grapple with market fluctuations and the implications of political dynamics, Tesla’s stock has become a subject of intense scrutiny and
In 2024, Bitcoin emerged as the star performer among asset classes, showcasing an extraordinary ability to captivate investors and enthusiasts alike. The cryptocurrency surged to record heights, buoyed by fresh Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) that allowed broader access to digital assets. This year was characterized by a palpable optimism as possibilities of deregulation emerged under a
In a bold move to enhance its competitive edge within the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), Alibaba has announced significant price reductions for its large language models (LLMs), specifically its visual language model, Qwen-VL, by as much as 85%. This announcement, made via a WeChat post by Alibaba Cloud, not only underscores the