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Facebook to launch satellite in 2016 to connect millions

Oct 06, 2015 12:18 pm UTC| Technology Business

Facebook is continuously evolving and striving hard to reach new heights. Quite literally, the social media giant has announced its first project to deliver internet from space and has partnered with Eutelsat to launch a...

Apple acquires Artificial Intelligence startup Perceptio

Oct 06, 2015 11:36 am UTC| Technology Business

Perceptio, a start-up company owned by artificial intelligence researchers Nicolas Pinto and Zak Stone, has been acquired by Apple Inc., according to a latest report by Bloomberg. The start-up is focussed on developing...

Daimler ‘Shaping Future Transportation’ with self-driving trucks

Oct 05, 2015 07:55 am UTC| Technology Business

Daimler, the well-known German automaker, conducted the first-ever test of its autonomous truck on Friday in Germany. Dr Wolfgang Bernhard, the member of the Daimler AG Board of Management responsible for Daimler Trucks...

Volkswagen's problems have just begun, lawsuits could push firm to bankruptcy

Sep 25, 2015 06:27 am UTC| Business Technology

The world has come crashing down for Volkswagen ever since the news about its emission scandal broke. Martin Winterkorn, Volkswagen Chief Executive,resignedon Wednesday stating, Volkswagen needs a fresh start - also in...

Volkswagen scandal widens platinum-palladium spread

Sep 24, 2015 12:47 pm UTC| Insights & Views Business

Platinum is taking major hit over Volkswagen scandal as it is expected to reduce the demand for the metal which is highly used in diesel cars. Industry expectation is that Volkswagen scandal over diesel car emissions...

Google to unveil Nexus Smartphones on September 29th

Sep 24, 2015 11:43 am UTC| Technology Business

Google has officially sent invitations for its launch event for 29th September. According to latest reports, the search engine giant will unveil the next generation of Nexus devices, including Nexus 5X and Nexus...

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Economy

Netanyahu Threatens Iran With Retaliation Over Missile Strike; Tehran Warns of Escalation

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday that Iran would face consequences for what Israel described as a missile attack, while Tehran warned any retaliation would lead to vast destruction, escalating fears...

Global Equities Decline Amid Middle East Tensions; Oil Prices Rally

MSCIs global equities index dropped Tuesday as geopolitical tensions led investors to flee riskier assets. Oil futures surged amid fears of supply disruptions after Irans missile launch, which followed Israels actions...

Chinese Equities Surge on Stimulus Measures, Posting Strongest Weekly Gains Since 2008

Last weeks surge in Chinese equities marked the strongest weekly performance since 2008 for the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 index, following stimulus measures introduced by the countrys central bank and regulators. The...

U.S. Stocks Decline as Middle East Tensions Rise; Defense and Energy Stocks Gain

U.S. stocks ended lower on Tuesday as concerns over the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Iran-backed militants in Lebanon, raised market uncertainties. Reports of rising tensions in the Middle East prompted investor...

California Becomes Key Battleground in Fight for U.S. House Control

While California remains solidly Democratic in presidential politics, the state plays a crucial role in the battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Six competitive districts have become key battlegrounds,...

Politics

What Are Donald Trump’s Thoughts On Impeachment And Its Impact on His Legacy?

As the only U.S. president to be impeached twice, Donald Trump remains defiant, claiming that the impeachment trials have not only failed to damage his legacy but have, in fact, made him stronger. Trump has repeatedly...

Obvious Winner? Kamala Harris Surges to 51% as Donald Trump Falls Behind by 9 Points in Shocking New Poll

A new poll released by Siena Research in partnership with The New York Times has shaken up the 2024 presidential race, showing Kamala Harris holding a commanding lead over Donald Trump in the key battleground district of...

Shocking Prediction: Kamala Harris Leads Donald Trump in 2024 Race: ‘It’s 50-49, and the Tide is Turning!’

As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump is heating up, with the latest prediction from Polymarket showing Harris barely edging out...

Donald Trump Treated ‘Like a Sitting President’ in Georgia: ‘Taking the Hurricane Response More Seriously Than Joe Biden'

In a stunning turn of events, CNN reports that President Donald Trump was treated almost as though he is a sitting president during his recent visit to Georgia. As Trump took to the ground to address the aftermath of the...

Donald Trump Slams Kamala Harris as ‘Border Czar’: ‘She’s Allowing Terrorists Into the Country Like Never Before'

Former President Donald Trump has taken a sharp jab at Vice President Kamala Harris, labeling her as the Border Czar and accusing her of allowing terrorists into the United States at a level that weve never seen. The...

Science

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Starlink Reaches 4 Million Customers Globally as SpaceX Expands Operations and Services

SpaceXs Starlink has officially surpassed 4 million customers across more than 100 countries. This milestone was announced by SpaceX COO Gwynne Shotwell, who also outlined plans for expanding Starlinks satellite network...

SpaceX Enhances Crew Dragon Safety with Emergency Thruster Landing Capability for Crews

SpaceX has introduced a significant safety enhancement to its Crew Dragon spacecraft, allowing the use of thrusters for emergency landings if parachutes fail. This new feature will be active in the upcoming Crew 9 mission,...

SpaceX Nears 4 Million Starlink Customers and Invests $3 Billion in Texas Starship Development

SpaceX is on the verge of hitting four million Starlink customers, according to President Gwynne Shotwell. The company has invested $3 billion into Starship facilities in Texas, emphasizing the significance of Starship for...

Technology

Tesla Q3 2024 Deliveries Poised for Record Growth, Betting Markets Show Strong Optimism

Tesla is set to achieve record-breaking Q3 2024 deliveries, with betting markets predicting over 460,000 units. Increased demand in China and the Cybertruck production ramp-up are key factors driving this optimism, as the...

iPhone SE 4 Rumors: OLED Screen, AI Features—What to Expect This Spring!

Anticipated for a March 2025 release, Apples iPhone SE 4 could feature a 6.1-inch OLED screen, the A18 chip, and enhanced AI capabilities. It aims to bring premium features to a budget-friendly device. There have been...

Shiba Inu's Shibarium Sees Unbelievable 2,350% Account Surge, Transactions Double in Just One Day

In a dramatic spike, Shibariums new accounts surged by 2,350% on the last day of September, sending transaction volumes up 214%. However, transaction fees saw only modest growth, reflecting limited engagement by the influx...

Binance Goes Live in Argentina – Crypto Giant Secures Full Regulatory Approval for Nationwide Service

Binance has announced that its mobile and online platforms are fully operational in Argentina following the exchanges registration as an official virtual asset service provider (VASP). This expansion strengthens its...

XRP ETF Filing by Bitwise Stirs Market! Could Approval Finally Be on the Horizon?

Bitwise has officially filed for an XRP exchange-traded fund in Delaware, raising excitement in the cryptocurrency market. Though the filing doesnt confirm an SEC submission, many speculate it could lead to more...