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Ridesharing firm Uber resolves trademark dispute with NY-based Uber ad agency

Nov 29, 2021 19:55 pm UTC| Law Economy Business

New York marketing agency Uber Inc agreed to dismiss its trademark infringement claims in Manhattan federal court against rideshare company Uber Technologies and its advertising partner Adomni over plans to display ads on...

Seoul court rules in favor of Tesla in specifications upgrade lawsuit

Nov 29, 2021 14:57 pm UTC| Law Economy Business

The Seoul Central District Court ruled against customers who filed a lawsuit against the local unit of U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc., demanding reparations of 10 million won per person. The plaintiffs claim...

Customer in Indonesia threatens to sue KFC for deceptive chicken sandwich ad

Nov 26, 2021 22:35 pm UTC| Economy Business Law

A KFC store in Indonesia had agreed to settle allegations of deception by a customer through mediation and abide by his four demands, including the company feeding orphanages for a month. The customer Erwin Sandi...

California man sentenced to 3 years for operating unlicensed bitcoin exchange biz

Nov 21, 2021 21:03 pm UTC| Law Digital Currency Economy

Hugo Sergio Mejia of California has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for operating an unlicensed cryptocurrency exchange business that transacted $13 million worth of bitcoin and cash, often for drug...

Canadian teen arrested for allegedly stealing crypto worth $36 million

Nov 21, 2021 20:41 pm UTC| Digital Currency Law Economy

A teenager from Hamilton, Ontario has been arrested in Canada for allegedly stealing $36 million dollars worth of cryptocurrency, described as the largest crypto theft by a single person. The Canadian committed the...

China arrests money launderers who used digital yuan

Nov 17, 2021 14:55 pm UTC| Law Digital Currency Economy

China uncovered money laundering activities using similar methods to what theyd try for a debit or credit card scam but adapted for the pilot central bank digital currency (CBDC). Eleven people allegedly linked to a...

McDonald's found violating local Brazilian law over unisex toilet

Nov 16, 2021 16:31 pm UTC| Law Economy Business

A McDonalds restaurant in Brazil was ordered to install separate male and female toilets, in accordance with health regulations, after a scandal erupted over its unisex bathroom. In a viral video shot from inside the...

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Economy

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Nvidia CEO: Trump’s AI Export Limits Won’t Halt Global Tech Collaboration

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, expressed confidence that global tech collaboration will persist, even under U.S. export restrictions on advanced AI technologies introduced during Trumps term. Speaking in Hong Kong, Huang...

Canada retail sales rises in September

According to Statistics Canadas preliminary estimate, retail sales increased by a strong 0.4% month-over-month (m/m) in September. When inflation was taken into account, the gain was even more noticeable, with retail sales...

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Politics

Donald Trump’s Vaccine Cabinet ‘Showdown’? Nesheiwat and RFK Jr. Could Clash Over Public Health Policies

President-elect Donald Trumps contrasting Cabinet nominees for health rolesDr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretaryhave sparked debates about the future of...

Donald Trump Cases ‘Sabotaged’ by Alvin Bragg’s Hush Money Charges: ‘It’s Over Before It Began!’

Former federal prosecutor Elie Honig has criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Braggs handling of the hush money case against President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that it poisoned the well for subsequent...

Mexico Scrambles to Replace Chinese Parts Amid USMCA Tensions: ‘We’ll Fight to Stay In!

Mexico is urgently revising its trade policies and supply chain strategies amid fears that its role in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) could be at risk. Rising allegations that Mexico serves as a conduit for...

Lindsey Graham’s Fiery Warning: ‘Crush Your Economy’ Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Shocks U.S. Allies

Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President-elect Donald Trump, issued a stark warning to U.S. allies on Friday, threatening economic sanctions against nations that comply with the International Criminal Courts...

Donald Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Nominees Face Grim Betting Odds: ‘The Market Doesn’t Lie!’

As President-elect Donald Trump finalizes his Cabinet for his second term, betting markets are casting doubt on the confirmation of some of his most polarizing nominees. From allegations of sexual misconduct to...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Shiba Inu Sends Urgent Scam Alert Amid 12% Price Spike: Details Unveiled

Shiba Inus Lucie has issued an urgent warning about shady actors exploiting the crypto community. Her call for caution aligns with SHIBs impressive 12% price surge, reaching $0.00002759. Users are urged to stick to...

Ethereum's Path to $20K: Correction Likely First, Analysts Warn

Ethereum has surged over 33% in the past month, trading above $3,368, but a correction might be on the horizon. Analysts suggest this dip could precede a powerful rally to $20,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin closing in on...

Stellar Jumps 80% to $0.55 as Grayscale Trust Adds Millions—Is $1 Within Reach?

Stellars price surged over 80%, reaching $0.55 amid strong buying momentum and a sharp rise in trading volumes. Analysts suggest a bullish pattern could drive prices toward $3 or even $5, sparking renewed investor...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes 49,646% as SHIB Price Climbs 10% in Stunning Market Rally

Shiba Inu witnessed a burn rate surge of 49,646% in just one day, eliminating over 175 million tokens. This extraordinary burn event paralleled a remarkable 10% price jump, solidifying SHIBs market momentum. Shiba Inus...

Dogecoin Rockets 25% as Analyst Forecasts Bullish Breakout to $0.82

Dogecoin soared nearly 25% in the past 24 hours, reaching an intraday high of $0.48. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez predicts a bullish breakout to $0.82, suggesting DOGE could surpass its previous all-time high. The surge...