Elon Musk’s xAI Valued at $24 Billion After Latest Fundraising Round
May 28, 2024
The competitor to OpenAI is looking to invest more in research and development amid fierce competition in the burgeoning sector.
Gaza: UN officials condemn Israeli airstrikes on camp for displaced
May 27, 2024
Senior UN officials have condemned Israeli air strikes on Sunday that hit a camp for displaced people in Rafah, southern Gaza, reportedly claiming over 35 Palestinian lives, including women and children.
Small island development ‘a test case’ for climate and financial justice, says Guterres
May 27, 2024
Good morning from the blue waters and lush green hills of the Caribbean where earlier we were reporting live from the opening of the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) on the beautiful twin island nation of Antigu...
AI Is Driving ‘the Next Industrial Revolution.’ Wall Street Is Cashing In.
May 27, 2024
Old-school stocks in the utilities, energy and materials sectors are outpacing the wider market.
Tech Workers Retool for Artificial-Intelligence Boom
May 26, 2024
People are adding to their skill sets, enrolling in boot camps and including buzzwords in their résumés to compete for jobs at AI companies.
The Great AI Challenge: We Test Five Top Bots on Useful, Everyday Skills
May 25, 2024
OpenAI’s ChatGPT competed against Microsoft’s Copilot and Google’s Gemini, along with Perplexity and Anthropic’s Claude. Here’s how they ranked.
What Does It Take to Stop Checking Your Phone? A Bag With a Lock
May 24, 2024
Yondr sells pouches to lock up your phones at schools, concerts or anywhere they are hard to resist
Behind the Scenes of Scarlett Johansson’s Battle With OpenAI
May 24, 2024
The most dramatic episode yet in the collision between Hollywood and the exploding world of AI demonstrates deep anxiety in creative industries about how artists’ work is used.
Nvidia’s Business Is Booming. Here’s What Could Slow It Down.
May 24, 2024
After tripling sales for three quarters, Nvidia faces new competition and a shifting AI market.
Big Tech Moves More AI Spending Abroad
May 24, 2024
As Big Tech ramps up spending on artificial intelligence, companies are increasingly looking overseas, investing billions of dollars to build out AI infrastructure.
South Korea Unveils $19 Billion Package for Chip Industry
May 23, 2024
South Korea is seeking to catch up with international rivals amid soaring demand for advanced chips to power artificial intelligence and other computing.
Nvidia’s Sales Triple, Signaling AI Boom’s Staying Power
May 23, 2024
CEO Jensen Huang declared the beginning of a new industrial revolution where Nvidia was helping turn $1 trillion of data centers into “AI factories,” as its already meteoric stock topped $1,000.
Wasting Too Much Time on Your Phone? Tips to Regain Control—and Feel Better
May 23, 2024
Spending hours each day scrolling social media can cause as much irritation as an overgrown lawn. But there’s a lot you can do to improve the experience.
Scarlett Johansson Rebukes OpenAI Over ‘Eerily Similar’ ChatGPT Voice
May 21, 2024
OpenAI’s “Sky” has been likened to the actress’s character in the 2013 film “Her.”
I Tried Microsoft’s New AI-Focused PCs. Windows Is Exciting Again.
May 21, 2024
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told our columnist new efficient, powerful chips equip Windows Copilot+ laptops to compete with Apple’s MacBooks.
Philippines says China should allow scrutiny of Scarborough Shoal
May 20, 2024
The Philippines challenged China on Monday to open Scarborough Shoal to international scrutiny after it accused Beijing of destroying the shoal's marine environment.
Elijah Canlas to late brother JM Canlas: ‘You”re always in my mind and heart”
May 20, 2024
Elijah Canlas continues to remember his late brother JM, who passed away last year.
Rayver Cruz joins Julie Anne San Jose in her birthday shoot
May 20, 2024
For her birthday shoot, Julie Anne San Jose took her lover, Rayver Cruz, to join her in commemorating her special day with their killer couple photos.
Andi Eigenmann, Philmar Alipayo enjoy a sunrise surf date in Siargao
May 20, 2024
Andi Eigenmann is back in her element!
Schauffele earns first major at PGA Championship in thriller at Valhalla
May 20, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LOUISVILLE (AP) — Xander Schauffele faced yet another major champion down the stretch and this time delivered some magic of his own. He swirled in a 6-foot birdie putt on the final hole Sunday, May 19, to win the PGA C...
Korda reigns supreme in Mizuho Americas Open by stroke over Green for 6th victory
May 20, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS JERSEY CITY (AP) — With her record-tying winning streak over, Nelly Korda got back to doing what she does best — winning. Nelly Korda won a back-nine showdown with Hannah Green of Australia with a par on the 18th hole to capt...
Taiwan’s new President Lai Ching-te has been sworn in
May 20, 2024
Taiwan's new president Lai Ching-te was sworn into office on Monday, after serving as Tsai Ing-wen's vice president for the last four years. All eyes are on his inaugural speech. CNBC's Emily Tan reports from Taipei.
Asia markets track Wall Street gains; China holds loan prime rates
May 20, 2024
China held its one- and five-year loan prime rate unchanged at 3.45% and 3.95%, respectively, after it laid out measures on Friday to boost its property market.
500 PDLs from Bilibid transferred to Davao, says BuCor
May 20, 2024
Around 500 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) from the New Bilibid Prison were transferred to the Davao Prison and Penal Farm over the weekend, according to the Bureau of Corrections.
Volcanic quake, 6 rockfall events recorded at Mayon Volcano in last 24 hours
May 20, 2024
A volcanic earthquake and six rockfall events were recorded in Mayon Volcano in Albay province in the past 24 hours, PHIVOLCS said Monday.
Didi co-founder Liu steps down after decade at the helm of Chinese ride-hailing company
May 20, 2024
Didi Global Inc's co-founder Jean Liu has stepped down from her roles as president and board director, according to an internal company memo.
Lai Ching-te sworn in as Taiwan’s new president
May 20, 2024
Lai Ching-te became Taiwan's new president on Monday, facing an angry and deeply suspicious China that believes he is a "separatist", and a fractious parliament.
Kylie Verzosa is a scene stealer for her final red carpet look at Cannes Film Fest
May 20, 2024
Kylie Verzosa is a moment! On Instagram, the Miss International 2016 shared her last red carpet look for this year"s Cannes Film Festival.
Magbayaw sa Quezon City, huli dahil sa pagnanakaw umano ng electric meter
May 20, 2024
Arestado ang magbayaw na tandem umano sa pagnanakaw ng mga electric meter sa Quezon City.
CNBC Daily Open: Dow at record close, GameStop shares crash
May 20, 2024
Jan Leike, a part of OpenAI's safety leadership team announced his departure, saying "safety culture and processes have taken a backseat to shiny products."
China pledges $42 billion in a slew of measures to support the struggling property sector
May 20, 2024
Chinese authorities on Friday pledged new support for state-owned enterprises to enable them to buy unsold apartments.
Angat Dam water down to minimum operating level –PAGASA
May 20, 2024
The water level in Angat Dam dipped to its minimum operating level on Sunday, according to the update of state weather bureau PAGASA.
3 dead, 6 hurt as military truck falls off ravine in Davao de Oro
May 20, 2024
Three people were killed when a military truck fell off a ravine in Barangay Andap in New Bataan, Davao de Oro, Unang Balita reported on Monday.
Pera, ginawang pahiyas o banderitas sa Agawan Festival sa Sariaya, Quezon
May 20, 2024
Napa-"sana all" na lang ang mga netizen sa kakaibang pahiyas o banderitas sa Agawan Festival ng Sariaya, Quezon.
Pacers set playoff shooting mark, top Knicks to make Eastern Conference finals
May 20, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — When the Indiana Pacers compiled one of the best offensive seasons in NBA history, they were just getting warmed up. For Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, they delivered something really spec...
Deadly Yulo brothers strike for golds in Asian meet
May 20, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Brothers Carlos and Karl Eldrew Yulo took the Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships by storm after ruling their respective events on Sunday, May 19, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The younger Karl Eldrew first took the limelight by cap...
Hedge fund manager known for M&A picks reveals a new takeover target
May 20, 2024
The fund manager's stock pick — which has already risen by 100% over the past six months — is seen soaring another 50% over the next 12 to 18 months.
Morgan Stanley picks global stocks to play a $100 billion AI boom, giving one 40% upside
May 20, 2024
Demand for AI "enablers" is surging, Morgan Stanley says, and a number of companies in Asia are set to benefit in a big way.