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SpaceX to Shut Off Starlink Access for Users Outside Availability Areas: The decision is upsetting users based in Africa, where internet speeds are often slow ...
pcmag.com/news/spacex-to-shut-off-starlink-access-for-users-outside-availability-areas
JPMorgan warns of need for ‘reality check’ on phasing out fossil fuels: US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for ...
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Quick Glance: JPMorgan warns of Need for 'Reality Check' on Phasing out Fossil Fuels
- JPMorgan warns of setbacks in transitioning to renewable energy due to higher interest rates, inflation, and global conflicts.
- Investment in renewable energy currently offers subpar returns, potentially leading to social unrest.
- JPMorgan forecasts increasing demand for oil and gas until 2030, highlighting challenges in transitioning to renewable energy.
- Wood Mackenzie warns of the impact of higher interest rates on transitioning to a global net-zero economy, especially for renewables and nuclear power.
Netflix now has nearly 270 million subscribers after another strong showing to begin 2024
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Quick Glance: Netflix to Cease Reporting Subscriber Numbers from 2025
- Netflix will no longer report subscriber numbers starting from the first quarter of 2025. The announcement came with the first quarter 2024 results where Netflix exceeded expectations.
- Despite the success in the first quarter, Netflix shares dropped over 4.5% after-hours upon revealing the decision to stop reporting quarterly subscriber totals.
- The choice to discontinue reporting quarterly membership numbers or average revenue per member is based on Netflix's belief that engagement time is the best indicator of customer satisfaction.
- Netflix plans to announce major subscriber milestones but will halt reporting quarterly subscriber numbers and shift investor focus towards time-spent-viewing metrics.
Bitcoin price set to drop after the halving, JPMorgan says: "We do not expect bitcoin price increases post halving as it has been already priced in ...
markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/bitcoin-halving-price-prediction-miners-crypto-jpmorgan-btc-2024-4
Quick Glance: Bitcoin Halving: Impacts and Debates
- Bitcoin is about to undergo a halving event that may trigger a significant rally.
- The halving effectively reduces the supply of new bitcoins, increasing their value.
- Previous halvings led to rallies, but debates on the impact on energy consumption persist.
- Experts speculate on the price effects, energy efficiency, and future acceptance of Bitcoin.
Brazil's Embraer delivers 25 jets in Q1; backlog hits 7-year high: Brazilian planemaker Embraer said on Friday it delivered 25 aircraft - seven commercial planes ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/brazils-embraer-delivers-25-jets-q1-backlog-hits-7-year-high-2024-04-19/
BlackRock buys shares of two companies for Rs 207 crore via open market: US-based asset manager BlackRock on Friday acquired shares of Electrosteel Castings and ...
business-standard.com/companies/news/blackrock-buys-shares-of-two-companies-for-rs-207-crore-via-open-market-124041901211_1.html
Super Micro Computer plunges 23%, dragging Nvidia and other AI stocks down with it
qz.com/super-micro-computer-stock-nvidia-micron-technology-amd-1851423394
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Truth Social is a mind-bending win for Donald Trump: And disturbing evidence of how he destabilises reality for Americans
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/18/truth-social-is-a-mind-bending-win-for-donald-trump
🎞️ It was a party outside Hollywood Boulevard's famous TCL Chinese Theater as the stars of the cult-classic film 'Pulp Fiction' celebrated its 30-year ... Show more
Northrop Grumman working with Musk's SpaceX on U.S. spy satellite system: Aerospace and defense company Northrop Grumman is working with SpaceX ...
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Boston Dynamics, the robotics company that has been a social media sensation, is retiring its hydraulic powered robot, but that’s not quite the end for the ... Show more
Quick Glance: Boston Dynamics' New Fully Electric Atlas Robot
- Boston Dynamics has retired its hydraulic Atlas robots after 11 years and introduced a new fully electric version, marking a significant evolution in the company's product lineup.
- The electric Atlas offers enhanced strength, range of motion, and versatile applications across various industries, starting with automotive manufacturing for parent company Hyundai.
- Boston Dynamics has had a tumultuous history, from its founding as a promising research-focused startup to multiple acquisitions, but now seems to be focusing more on commercial applications.
- The launch of the electric Atlas not only signifies a milestone in robotics but also provides a glimpse into the future where humanoid robots are poised to play an increasingly integral role in the industry.
Hong Kong's audit watchdog to investigate PwC audit role in Evergrande: Hong Kong's audit watchdog Accounting and Financial Reporting Council (AFRC) said on ...
reuters.com/world/china/hong-kongs-audit-watchdog-investigate-pwc-audit-role-evergrande-2024-04-19/
Alstom sells North American conventional signalling business for around $670 mln
reuters.com/markets/deals/alstom-sells-north-american-conventional-signalling-business-around-670-mln-2024-04-19/
Apple's offer to open up tap-and-go tech to be approved by EU next month, sources say
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E-mobility: Bosch warns against weakening climate goals: Even if the boom in electric cars is still a long time coming, the world's largest auto supplier is ...
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Quick Glance: Bosch warns against Climate Goals Dilution
- Bosch expands electric car commitment despite challenges.
- Job cuts and protests at Bosch due to economic difficulties.
- Bosch focuses on electromobility, despite current demand issues.
- Bosch insists on climate goals, plans to increase revenue by 2026.
Honda to invest $808 million in Brazil by 2030: Japanese automaker Honda will invest 4.2 billion reais ($807.74 million) in its Itirapina plant in Brazil by 2030 ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/honda-invest-808-million-brazil-by-2030-2024-04-19/
Sony in Talks to Join a Bid to Buy Paramount: The company and Apollo Global Management are discussing a joint effort, even as Paramount conducts exclusive merger ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/business/paramount-sony-apollo-bid.html
Despite currently faltering demand, Bosch boss Stefan Hartung assumes that electromobility will increase massively almost everywhere in the world by 2023 ... Show more
AI Stocks: Data Stocks Target Next Wave Of AI Spending: AI stocks extend well beyond Nvidia. Data software players like MongoDB, Elastic and Confluent are poised ...
investors.com/news/technology/ai-stocks-artificial-intelligence-mongodb-confluent-elastic-nvidia/
Amazon could soon be forced to recognise UK's GMB trade union: U.S. technology and retail giant Amazon AMZN.O could soon be required to formally recognise the ...
reuters.com/world/uk/amazon-could-soon-be-forced-recognise-uks-gmb-union-2024-04-19/
Exclusive: UAE giant eyes majority stake in Vedanta's Zambian mines in expansion drive
reuters.com/markets/deals/uae-giant-eyes-majority-stake-vedantas-zambian-mines-expansion-drive-2024-04-19/
German hardware brand Roccat disappears: The parent company Turtle Beach is eliminating the Roccat brand. The popular gaming accessories will continue to be ...
heise.de/news/Deutsche-Hardware-Marke-Roccat-verschwindet-9691160.html
Worsening US debt outlook seen more in gold and bitcoin than in bonds: Concern about the rapidly rising U.S. government debt is partly behind recent surges in ...
reuters.com/markets/us/worsening-us-debt-outlook-seen-more-gold-bitcoin-than-bonds-2024-04-19/
Taiwan Semiconductor Returns To Growth With Q1 Beat But Gives Cautious View: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, the world's largest contract chipmaker ...
investors.com/news/technology/tsm-stock-taiwan-semiconductor-q1-2024-earnings/
China ordered Apple to take WhatsApp, Telegram, and other messaging apps off the iPhone
qz.com/china-apple-remove-whatsapp-telegram-signal-threads-1851421453
Schneider Electric confirms Bentley Systems talks: Schneider Electric is in talks with U.S. engineering software producer Bentley Systems over a potential
reuters.com/markets/deals/schneider-electric-confirms-bentley-systems-talks-2024-04-19/
Tim Cook visits Singapore amid Apple's Southeast Asia expansion efforts: Tim Cook will meet with Singapore's next leader to conclude a whirlwind tour around ...
cnbc.com/2024/04/18/tim-cook-visits-singapore-amid-apples-southeast-asia-expansion-.html
‘Project Hail Mary’ Sets Launch For Spring 2026; Space Adventure From Ryan Gosling, Lord & Miller, Amy Pascal & Amazon MGM Studios
deadline.com/2024/04/ryan-gosling-project-hail-mary-release-date-1235889844/
TSMC's shares slide nearly 7% in Taipei on global chip outlook concerns: TSMC's Taipei-listed shares tumbled 6.7% on Friday following the company's first-quarter ...
reuters.com/technology/tsmcs-taipei-listed-shares-drop-4-after-q1-results-2024-04-19/
Exclusive: JPMorgan dealmakers Lipsky and Lee are leaving the bank, sources say: Two senior JPMorgan Chase dealmakers, Andy Lipsky and Haidee Lee ...
reuters.com/business/finance/jpmorgan-dealmakers-lipsky-lee-are-leaving-bank-sources-say-2024-04-18/
Samsung execs have to work 6 days a week now: report: Samsung reportedly wasn't happy with its performance last year, so execs will be working Saturdays or ...
businessinsider.com/samsung-executives-six-day-work-week-report-2024-4
Quick Glance: Samsung Executives: New Work Schedule and Economic Challenges
- Samsung Group is introducing a six-day workweek for executives in response to economic challenges and disappointing results in 2023.
- The sudden change aims to create a sense of urgency and promote efforts to overcome the situation. The new work schedule takes effect immediately in most of Samsung's technology divisions.
- The work culture in South Korea is renowned for its intensity. In 2022, the average worker spent 1,901 hours at work.
- Recent data shows that Samsung has regained the top position in global smartphone shipments. First-quarter 2024 results are expected on April 30.
Bank of America defeats 'Erica' virtual-assistant trademark case on appeal: Bank of America has convinced a U.S. appeals court that its "Erica" virtual assistant ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/bank-america-defeats-erica-virtual-assistant-trademark-case-appeal-2024-04-19/
What is weighing on CEOs’ minds this earnings season? : Shareholder letters are proving to be bleakly prophetic
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/what-is-weighing-on-ceos-minds-this-earnings-season
Norway wealth fund backs shareholder proposal to split Goldman CEO, chair roles: Norway's $1.6 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest ...
reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/norway-wealth-fund-backs-shareholder-proposal-split-goldman-ceo-chair-roles-2024-04-19/
Apple deletes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on orders from Beijing: Apple has removed WhatAapp and Threads from its app store in China ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/tech/china-apple-whatspp-threads-removal-hnk-intl/
Seeking edge over rivals, Intel first to assemble ASML's next-gen chip tool: Intel said on Thursday it had become the first company to assemble one of Dutch tech ...
reuters.com/technology/seeking-edge-over-rivals-intel-first-assemble-asmls-next-gen-chip-tool-2024-04-18/
BASF boss Brudermüller: Germany is not out of the crisis, it is falling behind: Martin Brudermüller imagined his six years at the helm of the German chemical ...
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China’s Solar Surge Is Making a Missing Power Data Problem Worse: The boom in renewable energy installations in China is exacerbating a problem measuring power ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/china-s-solar-surge-is-making-a-missing-power-data-problem-worse
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A group of Google employees staged sit-ins at the company’s offices to protest the tech giant’s work with Israel’s government ... Show more www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/16/google-sit-in-employee-protest-nimbus-israel/
Amid schedule uncertainty, Boeing will shed workers on SLS rocket program: "Boeing is reviewing and adjusting current staffing levels."
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/amid-schedule-uncertainty-boeing-will-shed-workers-on-sls-rocket-program/
Continuous Power Project: Researchers develop inverters with 720 kW continuous power - Golem.de
golem.de/news/projekt-dauerpower-forscher-entwickeln-wechselrichter-mit-720-kw-dauerleistung-2404-184331.html
Boston Dynamics mothballs old robot box - and shows successor: In recent years, the robot from the American company Boston Dynamics has caused a lot of ...
stern.de/auto/boston-dynamics-mottet-alte-roboter-kiste-ein---und-zeigt-nachfolger-34638832.html
BOJ will raise rates again this year, say two-thirds of economists: The Bank of Japan will raise interest rates again in 2024, according to two-thirds of ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/boj-will-raise-rates-again-this-year-say-two-thirds-economists-2024-04-19/
Sony and Apollo discuss teaming up to bid for Paramount Global: Media company is already in exclusive talks with Skydance about a potential deal
ft.com/content/cba5892a-b392-46b8-82d3-3bd5f5876186
Citigroup, Wall Street’s biggest loser, is at last on the up: Jane Fraser’s unexpected success
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/citigroup-wall-streets-biggest-loser-is-at-last-on-the-up
Tom Tykwer's unstoppable Franka Potente-starring thriller Run Lola Run will celebrate its 25th anniversary this June with a 4K restoration ... Show more www.indiewire.com/news/general-news/run-lola-back-in-theaters-4k-restoration-1234975798/
Google Fires 28 Employees Who Protested an Israeli Cloud Contract: The dismissals escalated longstanding tensions between company leaders and activist employees ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/technology/google-firing-israeli-cloud-contract.html
Quick Glance: Google terminates 28 employees after office occupation due to anti-Israel protests
- Google terminated 28 employees on Thursday who had occupied its offices to protest against contracts with the Israeli government, as confirmed by a Google spokesperson.
- The protesters were arrested and after refusing to leave the office of Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian in Sunnyvale or the workspace in New York City for nearly 10 hours, they were transferred to administrative positions to urge Google to terminate the Project Nimbus contract and cease business with the Israeli government.
- No Tech For Apartheid, a project by Jewish Voice for Peace and Linda Sarsour’s MPower Change, described the terminations as an "indiscriminate act of mass retaliation."
- The office occupations at Google were accompanied by demonstrations on-site and in Seattle, aiming to compel Google to withdraw from the project to establish cloud-based data centers and transition a significant portion of the Israeli government's IT infrastructure to cloud-based servers.
US stops UN from recognizing a Palestinian state through membership: The US on Thursday (18 April) effectively stopped the UN from recognizing a Palestinian ...
euractiv.com/section/global-europe/news/us-stops-un-from-recognizing-a-palestinian-state-through-membership/
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
BNP Paribas must face lawsuit over Sudanese genocide, US judge rules: BNP Paribas was ordered by a U.S. judge on Thursday to face a lawsuit accusing the French ...
reuters.com/legal/bnp-paribas-must-face-lawsuit-over-sudanese-genocide-us-judge-rules-2024-04-18/
“Fallout” series: Amazon confirms second season: Amazon has confirmed a second season of the recently launched “Fallout” series. Meanwhile ...
heise.de/news/Fallout-Serie-Amazon-bestaetigt-zweite-Staffel-9690464.html
US fund Taiyo says it may buy into Brother bid for niche Japanese printer: The U.S. fund in a buyout battle for a niche market Japanese printer company said it ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/us-fund-taiyo-says-it-may-buy-into-brother-bid-niche-japanese-printer-2024-04-19/
LittleBigPlanet 3 Servers Are Officially Shut Down 'Indefinitely,' Sony Confirms - IGN
ign.com/articles/littlebigplanet-3-servers-are-officially-shut-down-indefinitely-sony-confirms
Airbus plane had to return to Stansted due to filming damage: An Airbus turned back at 14,000ft after lighting caused window panes to fall out, investigators say ...
bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-68854396
Disneyland is spending almost $2 billion on a huge expansion: The $1.9 billion expansion plan will take decades to finish
qz.com/disneyland-expansion-approved-anaheim-avatar-1851418843
Vedanta looks to deleverage group by $3 billion: While VRL looks to deleverage $3 billion in the next three years, the group is expecting to achieve an annual ...
financialexpress.com/business/industry-vedanta-looks-to-deleverage-group-by-3-billion-3460281/
Volvo and CATL have big plans for old EV batteries: Volvo and battery giant CATL are teaming up to turn old EV batteries into new ones. The partnership aims to.. ...
electrek.co/2024/04/18/volvo-catl-big-plans-old-ev-batteries/
Amazon ad exec Aubrey steps aside for new role: Amazon.com's advertising executive Colleen Aubrey, a member of the elite internal team advising the CEO ...
reuters.com/technology/amazon-advertising-chief-steps-aside-new-role-2024-04-19/
Guess what: Boeing can be spelled without G and E: Boeing’s problems are now as big as its 747 jumbo-jet. Years of dubious decisions have eroded much of the ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/guess-what-boeing-can-be-spelled-without-g-e-2024-04-17/
The hidden story behind one of SpaceX’s wettest and wildest launches: "It looked like a giant smoke monster."
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/the-hidden-story-behind-one-of-spacexs-wettest-and-wildest-launches/
Rinehart Expands Ecuador Push With Stake in Copper-Gold Project: Australia’s richest woman, Gina Rinehart, has grown her footprint in South America by taking a ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/rinehart-expands-ecuador-push-with-stake-in-copper-gold-project
Paid articlePaid Boeing wants to have flying cars by 2030: A company executive revealed the plans in a new interview
qz.com/boeing-wisk-autonomous-flying-cars-asia-2030-1851420651
Skydance expects to more than double its revenue in coming years, WSJ reports: Skydance Media, which is in exclusive merger talks with Paramount Global ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/skydance-expects-more-than-double-its-revenue-coming-years-wsj-reports-2024-04-19/
Brazil's plans to drill for oil in the Amazon hit stiff Indigenous resistance: State-run energy firm Petrobras has hit growing resistance from Indigenous groups ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-plans-drill-oil-amazon-hit-stiff-indigenous-resistance-2024-04-18/
Quick Glance: Brazil's Struggle Over Amazon Oil Drilling
- Petrobras faces resistance from Indigenous groups and government agencies in its key exploration project to open Brazil's northern coast to oil drilling.
- The denial of a drilling license in the Foz do Amazonas area due to potential impacts on Indigenous groups has led to organized opposition and a decision expected in 2024.
- The conflict highlights a rift in Lula's government, balancing Amazon protection with oil interests, and the potential for a significant oil discovery in Amapa state.
- Indigenous leaders demand consultation before drilling, amid concerns over environmental impact and the influx of migrant workers to Oiapoque.
Chemical industry: BASF launches the world's first electric steam cracker - Golem.de
golem.de/news/chemische-industrie-basf-startet-weltweit-ersten-elektrischen-steamcracker-2404-184321.html
T. Rowe Price says 2018 Tesla pay aligned with investor interests: Mutual fund firm T. Rowe Price said Elon Musk's record-breaking 2018 pay package from Tesla ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/t-rowe-price-says-2018-tesla-pay-aligned-with-investor-interests-2024-04-18/
Alaska Air prioritizes quality, safety of Boeing products over production rate: Alaska Air Group is not concerned about the production rate of Boeing's 737 MAX ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/alaska-air-prioritizes-quality-safety-boeing-products-over-production-rate-2024-04-18/
“This Is a Criminal Cover-Up”: Boeing Whistleblowers Slam Leadership for Ignoring Safety Issues
democracynow.org/2024/4/18/headlines/this_is_a_criminal_cover_up_boeing_whistleblowers_slam_leadership_for_ignoring_safety_issues
Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Calls for Grounding of All 787 Dreamliners
- Boeing quality engineer Sam Salehpour is urging the planemaker to ground all 787 Dreamliners worldwide, citing potential structural issues.
- Salehpour alleges that Boeing took shortcuts during the construction of the 787 and 777 jets, compromising aircraft safety.
- After raising internal concerns with Boeing, Salehpour claims he faced retaliation and witnessed unsafe assembly practices in another program.
- Boeing defends the 787 Dreamliner's quality, while the FAA investigates Salehpour's claims, emphasizing the importance of aircraft safety.
Amazon’s Fallout has been renewed for season 2: Amazon has confirmed that season 2 of its live-action Fallout series is in the works to stream on Prime Video.
theverge.com/2024/4/18/24134412/fallout-season-2-amazon-prime-video
Quick Glance: Insights and Future Plans for Fallout Season 1
- Fallout Season 1 is a hit on Prime Video with positive reviews and many fans already embracing the series.
- In an interview with Todd Howard and Jonathan Nolan, important details and revelations from Season 1 are discussed.
- The creators talk about their love for the Fallout universe, adapting to the game lore, and the challenges of bringing the series to life.
- Character development, storylines, and future plans for the series are addressed, including the involvement of celebrities and the continuation of the Fallout saga.
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