Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
December 13, 2024
Find insight on Cineplex, Astro Malaysia and more in the latest Market Talks covering technology, media and telecom.
Trump antitrust appointments to unleash M&A ‘animal spirits,’ says Morgan Stanley
December 13, 2024
The incoming Trump administration should bring improved "corporate clarity" for deal-making, according to a Morgan Stanley analyst.
33-year-old mom moved her family from Texas to an island in Greece: ‘Our life is just so much more fulfilling here’
December 13, 2024
After having her daughter, Cara West felt unsupported living in the U.S. She's on track to earn $136,000 as a travel concierge and content creator in Greece.
CNBC’s Inside India newsletter: India’s central bank has a new governor. Three experts reveal what they’d do in his shoes
December 13, 2024
The move to replace Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das with Sanjay Malhotra appears a calculated way to address the weakness in India's economy.
Watch the full video of Donald Trump talking with Jim Cramer at the NYSE
December 13, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday morning.
PH men’s football salvages draw against Myanmar in Mitsubishi Cup opener
December 12, 2024
A Bjorn Kristensen penalty kick and Myanmar’s VAR disallowed goal help the Philippine men’s football team secure a draw at home in the 2024 ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup
Red-hot, unbeaten NorthPort spoils Baltazar’s PBA debut; Blackwater breaks through
December 12, 2024
Joshua Munzon carries NorthPort to a franchise-best 5-0 record at the expense of Converge and PBA debutant Justine Baltazar, while once-winless Blackwater hands Meralco its first loss in a stunning blowout
Choco Mucho survives Farm Fresh in five-set thriller
December 12, 2024
Choco Mucho survived Farm Fresh, 25-20, 25-21, 21-25, 25-27, 15-12, in the PVL All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.
Blackwater notches first win in PBA Commissioner’s Cup, snaps Meralco’s three-game streak
December 12, 2024
After three losses, Blackwater finally barged into the win column at the expense of Meralco, 114-98, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup on Thursday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
India”s Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, becomes youngest ever chess world champion
December 12, 2024
Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju of India became the youngest chess world champion by beating defending champion Ding Liren of China on Thursday in a dramatic turn of events in the last game of a 14-game match in Singapore.
NorthPort spoils Baltazar’s Converge debut, goes 5-0 in PBA Commissioner’s Cup
December 12, 2024
NorthPort spoiled the debut of top pick Justine Baltazar as it defeated Converge, 108-101, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup on Thursday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
Philippines settles for 1-1 draw vs Myanmar to open ASEAN Championship run
December 12, 2024
The Philippines settled for a draw, 1-1, against Myanmar to open its campaign in the 2024 ASEAN Championship on Thursday at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila.
China stresses plans to boost growth at top agenda-setting meeting
December 12, 2024
The annual economic work conference followed a high-level Monday meeting of the Politburo, the ruling Communist Party's top decision-making body.
Investors were already wary of South Korean stocks. Then the country descended into chaos
December 12, 2024
The 'Korea discount' refers to South Korean securities trading at lower valuations relative to regional peers due to investors' concerns over issues such as corporate governance.
Australia Plans Tech-Platform Charge to Shore Up News Media
December 12, 2024
Australia plans to implement a new charge on the owners of global tech platforms, attempting to shore up local media outlets months after Facebook cut ties with traditional news providers.
Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Donates $1 Million to Trump’s Inaugural Fund
December 12, 2024
The president-elect had blasted the tech tycoon during the presidential campaign, but ties have been improving.
Microsoft to Incur $800 Million Charge Tied to Cruise Robotaxi
December 12, 2024
Microsoft said it will record an $800 million impairment charge tied to its minority investment in General Motors’ now-scrapped Cruise robotaxi program.
The new hottest trade on Wall Street: Quantum computing stocks
December 12, 2024
Investors looking for the next big technology trend may want to keep an eye on quantum computing stocks.
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
December 12, 2024
Find insight on RELX, RTL Group, 360 Security Technology, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
iOS 18.2 Review: The AI Apple Promised Us
December 11, 2024
ChatGPT integration, Genmojis and more—the newest Apple Intelligence update gives the iPhone 16 a reason for being.
Their Job Is to Push Computers Toward AI Doom
December 11, 2024
It’s largely up to companies to test whether their AI is capable of superhuman harm. At Anthropic, the Frontier Red Team assesses the risk of catastrophe.
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
December 11, 2024
Find insight on Oracle, Freedom Mobile, SiriusXM and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
EU Looks Into Google Ads Targeting Teens
December 11, 2024
The European Union’s digital regulator is looking into Google’s advertising practices under an online content law that bans companies from using minors’ data for targeted advertising.
How Years of Reddit Posts Have Made the Company an AI Darling
December 10, 2024
The social-media veteran is profiting from feeding artificial-intelligence companies’ insatiable appetite for conversational text.
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
December 10, 2024
Read about Reddit, sales of mobile plans during this holiday season, Microsoft and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
Nvidia Probed in China Over Possible Antimonopoly Violations
December 10, 2024
Beijing opened the investigation a week after the U.S. placed additional export controls on China’s access to high-end semiconductors.
Give People What They Really Want: Digital Gifts
December 9, 2024
These creative annual subscriptions and unique apps won’t end up in the landfill.
He Investigates the Internet’s Most Vicious Hackers—From a Secret Location
December 8, 2024
In the increasingly dangerous world of cybercrime, Brian Krebs faces threats, manipulation and the odd chess challenge.
The Secret Weapon Helping Businesses Get Results From AI: Humans
December 7, 2024
It turns out the latest machines need us as much as we need them.
Appeals Court Upholds U.S. Ban of TikTok
December 7, 2024
A three-judge panel ruled Congress has the power to shut down the Chinese-backed app in the U.S. because of national security concerns.
Quad Comm witness Royina Garma flies to US—report
November 12, 2024
Former ranking police officer and Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Royina Garma left the country last November 7, according to a report by ABS-CBN. Garma reportedly flew to Washington, DC in the United States with her daught...
WBC title fight in Thailand: Adolfo steps in for injured Garces
November 12, 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Prime Stags Boxing Gym’s rising prospect Michael Adolfo has stepped in to replace Kit Ceron Garces for a marquee title fight in Bangkok, Thailand, scheduled for November 29. The Cebuano boxer will go head-to-head with seasoned ...
Elon Musk is no Kissinger, but may help improve U.S.-China relations, experts say
November 12, 2024
Musk's relationship with Trump has fueled expectations that he could soften U.S. policy toward Beijing, but experts caution against putting too much stock into the Tesla CEO.
S&P 500 futures are little changed after stocks close at record highs: Live updates
November 12, 2024
The Dow and S&P 500 closed at all-time highs on Monday, with both surpassing key levels as the trading day ended for the first time.
Singapore and China step up cooperation, refresh ties
November 12, 2024
SINGAPORE — Singapore and China took steps to refresh their relationship and deepen collaboration in areas such as trade and finance at the apex bilateral cooperation meeting between the two countries on Nov 11. At the first Joint Council for Bil...
Jessy Mendiola to make acting comeback with ‘Nobody’
November 12, 2024
Two years after she gave birth to her first child, Jessy Mendiola will be marking her return to acting through the TV series “Nobody,” where she will star alongside Gerald Anderson. The actress’ comeback was announced by JRB Creative ...
Singapore to recognize medical grads from 9 more foreign universities
November 12, 2024
SINGAPORE – Students keen on pursuing a medical career can enroll in another nine overseas universities, which will bring the number of recognized foreign medical schools in Singapore to 112. The move will help Singapore be better able to meet the grow...
Dem Rep Ruben Gallego beats Kari Lake in battle for Arizona Senate seat
November 12, 2024
Rep. Ruben Gallego, a Democrat, beat Trump-ally Kari Lake and will be Arizona's next senator, according to The Associated Press.