Checkout.com Achieves $12 Billion Valuation Amid Employee Buyback Fintech company Checkout.com recently announced its significant achievement of a $12 billion valuation. This milestone is part of an employee stock buyback program, highlighting the company's commitment to its workforce and…

Ultra-Wealthy Family Offices Shift Toward AI Investments Investment firms associated with ultra-wealthy individuals, notably family offices, are increasingly directing their attention to artificial intelligence (AI) startups. Recently, Bezos Expeditions, the family office of Amazon founder Jeff…

Trump’s Gold Card Visa: A Game-Changer in Global Residency Access In a groundbreaking move, President Donald Trump has reduced the price of the Gold Card from $5 million to just $1 million, creating one of the most attractive residency options available in the global visa market. Immigration…

A New Era for Claire’s: Major Brand Revitalization Ahead Claire’s, the beloved tween retailer known for ear piercing stations and an extensive array of jewelry, is embarking on a significant transformation following its recent bankruptcy declaration. In August, the company filed for bankruptcy for…

Boeing Regains FAA Trust for 737 Max and 787 Aircraft Certification Boeing is on the road to recovery. Recently, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that Boeing can sign off on some of its 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner airplanes. This decision reflects a renewed level of confidence…

CDC Removes Key Health Resources, Raising Concerns Over Equity In a significant move, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has taken down more than a dozen webpages related to sexual and gender identity, health equity, and other essential topics. This decision, prompted by a…

Sinclair and Nexstar Bring ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Back to ABC Stations On Friday, Sinclair Broadcast Group and Nexstar Media Group confirmed they are reinstating "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on ABC affiliate broadcast stations. This announcement comes just days after Disney's ABC network restored the…

Spirit Airlines Cuts 40 Routes as Part of Bankruptcy Efforts Spirit Airlines announced a significant reduction in its flight operations on Friday, informing employees of the suspension of around 40 routes. This decision finalizes a 25% cut to its November schedule. The airline aims to focus on…

TikTok’s Future in the U.S.: Trump’s Deal and China’s Response The future of TikTok in the United States has been a hot topic, especially following recent developments in negotiations between U.S. officials and the app's parent company, ByteDance. After President Donald Trump announced a plan that…

Checkout.com Launches Employee Share Buyback Amid Valuation Decline In a significant move for employee engagement and financial liquidity, Checkout.com, a leading fintech unicorn based in London, has announced a new share buyback initiative. The company aims to allow its staff a chance to cash in…

Xiaomi Plans Ambitious Chip Development Strategy Amidst Competition Xiaomi, the well-known Chinese technology giant, is making significant strides in the semiconductor industry. Recently, a top executive revealed plans for a new high-end chip tailored for the company’s smartphones. However, unlike…

Google Shifts Focus to Free Expression Amid Regulatory Pressures In recent developments, Google has made a significant shift in its content moderation policies, placing a greater emphasis on free expression over factual accuracy. This change, articulated in a letter sent to Congress, marks a…

Momenta Drives Forward with New Funding, Valuation Potential Hits $6 Billion Momenta, a prominent Chinese driverless technology startup, is in the process of raising a new round of funding that could see its valuation soar to approximately $6 billion, according to sources familiar with the…

Nvidia Invests $100 Billion in OpenAI, Solidifying Industry Dominance This week, Nvidia announced its intention to invest $100 billion in OpenAI, a deal that highlights the chipmaker's growing portfolio since generative AI gained traction in 2022. This ambitious investment arrives just a week…

OpenAI’s Ambitious Growth Plans: Will They Succeed? This week, OpenAI significantly changed the dynamics of the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race, as it unveiled a series of monumental investment partnerships. CEO Sam Altman’s ambitious vision aims to redefine the landscape of AI…

Anthropic Accelerates Global Growth Amid Rising AI Competition In a remarkable leap, Anthropic, the artificial intelligence startup valued at $183 billion, is making significant strides in its global enterprise ambitions. Over the last two years, the company has expanded its business customer base…

Nick Clegg Advocates for Tech-Political Separation Amid TikTok Debate In recent discussions, Nick Clegg, the former global affairs chief of Meta, emphasized the importance of separating technology from politics. During an appearance on CNBC’s "Squawk Box," Clegg expressed his concerns about the…

Electronic Arts Stock Surges Amid $50 Billion Takeover Talks Shares of Electronic Arts (EA) surged by 15% on Friday, fueled by a report from the Wall Street Journal. The report indicated the prominent video game company is on the verge of a substantial $50 billion deal to go private. This…

Trump Calls for Microsoft’s Lisa Monaco to be Fired Amid Security Claims On Friday, former President Donald Trump publicly called for the dismissal of Lisa Monaco from her role at Microsoft. Monaco, who previously served as the Deputy Attorney General under the Biden administration, has become the…

New Epstein Files Link Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Steve Bannon On Friday, the House Oversight Committee released partially redacted documents related to the late Jeffrey Epstein. Notable figures such as Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and former Trump White House advisor Steve Bannon appeared in these…

Airbus RACER: A New Era of Eco-Friendly Aviation in Europe The Airbus RACER (Rapid and Cost-Effective Rotorcraft), unveiled at the Paris Airshow in June 2025, stands as a beacon of Europe’s commitment to advancing clean aviation. This prototype does not merely represent a technological…

Europe’s New Strategy: Transforming Science into Everyday Solutions Europe has launched an ambitious new strategy to enhance research and technology infrastructures, aiming to leverage its world-class science for everyday benefits. The European Commission unveiled this plan during the Research and…

FREDsense Secures $7 Million Series A Funding for PFAS Testing Innovation FREDsense, an innovator in environmental technology, recently announced the successful closing of its $7 million Series A funding round. This funding marks a significant step forward in the development and deployment of…

Light Secures $30 Million Series A to Revolutionize Finance Software Light, a Copenhagen-based finance software company, has announced its successful $30 million Series A funding round led by Balderton Capital. Noteworthy investors in this round include Atomico, Cherry Ventures, Seedcamp, Entrée…

Tether Plans to Raise Up to $20 Billion in Major Private Placement Tether, the prominent stablecoin firm headquartered in El Salvador, is in discussions to raise between $15 billion and $20 billion through a private placement. If successful, this funding round could elevate the company’s valuation…

Corintis Revolutionizes Semiconductor Cooling with Innovative Technology The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has increasingly collided with the limitations of traditional computation. As AI demands more from central processing units (CPUs) and graphics processing units (GPUs),…

Burnt Revolutionizes Food Supply Chains with AI Solutions Food supply chains have a reputation for being notoriously complex. Orders often flow through various channels, and staff members frequently spend hours manually inputting data into outdated enterprise software systems. Compliance…

Juicebox Revolutionizes Talent Acquisition with AI Search Engine For many years, recruiters relied on machine learning to sift through résumés and LinkedIn profiles. This strategy helped narrow down potential candidates effectively. However, recruiters still faced the challenge of manually…

Walmart Partners with La Liga to Elevate Soccer’s Popularity in the U.S. Walmart is making waves in the soccer world. The retail giant has announced a landmark partnership with the Spanish soccer league, La Liga. This collaboration, which Walmart will unveil on Thursday, positions the retailer as…

Strong Recovery Signs in the U.S. Office Market: Trends and Insights In 2025, the U.S. office market shows promising signs of recovery. Vacancy rates and employee return-to-office volumes serve as crucial indicators of demand. However, recent insights from capital markets suggest an even more…

Breeze Airways Expands Internationally with New Routes in 2024 Breeze Airways is set to embark on its first international flight, marking a significant milestone as the airline enters its fifth year of operations. The startup aims to captivate sun-seeking travelers with exciting new routes…

CarMax Shares Plummet Following Disappointing Earnings Report CarMax, the leading used auto retailer, experienced a staggering 20% drop in its stock during trading on Thursday. This decline marked the lowest stock price for the company in more than five years. Analysts attribute this downturn to…

August Home Sales Remain Steady Amid Low Supply and Pricing Trends Sales of previously owned homes showed little change in August, coming in at 4 million units on a seasonally adjusted annualized basis. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), this figure reflects a 0.2% decline…

Starbucks Unveils $1 Billion Restructuring Plan Amid Store Closures On Thursday, Starbucks revealed its ambitious $1 billion restructuring plan, signaling a significant shift in its North American operations. Under the leadership of CEO Brian Niccol, the coffee giant aims to close certain…

Surge in New Car Sales Amid Regulatory Uncertainty: Industry Analysis DETROIT — Uncertainties surrounding U.S. regulations on tariffs, electric vehicles (EVs), and other automotive issues have yielded an unexpected boost in new car sales as we approach the fourth quarter of the year. According to…

Jack Antonoff Challenges Live Nation CEO on Concert Ticket Pricing Acclaimed music producer Jack Antonoff has taken a strong stance against recent comments made by Live Nation Entertainment CEO Michael Rapino regarding the pricing of concert tickets. Rapino's remarks, delivered during a CNBC Sport…

Costco Surpasses Earnings Expectations Amid Rising Membership and E-Commerce Sales Costco Wholesale Corporation continues to impress, posting better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue on Thursday. The warehouse club achieved double-digit growth in both membership income and its…

Potential YouTube TV Blackout Threatens Popular NBCUniversal Shows YouTube TV subscribers face an uncertain future regarding popular programming such as "Sunday Night Football" and "The Voice". A looming carriage dispute between YouTube TV and NBCUniversal could lead to a blackout by the end of…

Nscale Secures $1.1 Billion to Expand AI Data Center Infrastructure British artificial intelligence infrastructure firm Nscale is making headlines with its latest funding success. The London-based company has successfully raised $1.1 billion in a substantial Series B funding round, signaling a…

European Commission Investigates SAP Over Antitrust Concerns On Thursday, the European Commission announced an antitrust investigation into SAP, a leading German software company. Authorities expressed concerns regarding SAP's practices in the software support services market. This move indicates…

OpenAI and Databricks Forge Major Partnership to Enhance AI Integration OpenAI and Databricks have emerged as two of the most highly valued tech startups globally. As they unite in a significant partnership, both companies aim to reshape the landscape of data analytics and artificial intelligence…

CoreWeave Expands Partnership with OpenAI in Major $6.5 Billion Deal On Thursday, CoreWeave announced a transformative $6.5 billion agreement with OpenAI, significantly expanding their existing partnership. This new deal elevates the total value of contracts between the AI cloud infrastructure…

Amazon Settles FTC Allegations for $2.5 Billion Amid Legal Challenges Amazon has reached a significant settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to resolve allegations that it misled users into signing up for Prime memberships. Announced Thursday, the settlement totals $2.5 billion and…

Microsoft Suspends Services to Israeli Defense, Citing Ethical Concerns On Thursday, Microsoft announced its decision to halt certain services to a division of the Israeli Ministry of Defense. This move comes amid an ongoing investigation into allegations involving the Israeli Defense Forces' Unit…

TikTok’s U.S. Business to Change Hands: Key Investors Revealed The landscape of TikTok's American operations is poised for significant change as major investors step in. Recently, CNBC’s David Faber reported that Oracle, Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi’s MGX will take the lead in funding TikTok’s U.S.…

Trump Signs Executive Order to Secure TikTok’s Future in the U.S. On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed a significant executive order that could reshape the future of TikTok in the United States. This executive order approves a proposal that values the popular social media platform at…

Federal Court Approves Historic $1.5 Billion Settlement for Authors A recent decision by a federal judge has paved the way for Anthropic, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, to settle a class action lawsuit involving a staggering $1.5 billion. This preliminary approval marks what could be the…

Tesla Shares Plummet Amid European Sales Decline and Controversies Tesla's stock declined by over 4% on Thursday following troubling sales data from Europe. Despite a robust demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the region, Tesla faced a significant drop in registrations. According to the European…

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Director Joseph Pelfrey Resigns Joseph Pelfrey, the director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, announced his resignation on Thursday, a decision confirmed by CNBC. His departure comes as NASA intensifies its efforts to return humans to the moon, emphasizing…

Big Pi Ventures Secures €130 Million to Transform Greece’s Startup Sector Based in Athens, Big Pi Ventures has successfully closed €130 million as part of its first growth fund round. This significant achievement marks a pivotal moment for Greece's startup ecosystem, traditionally rich in…