SoftBank’s Son Says Artificial General Intelligence Will Soon Surpass Humans
October 4, 2023
“Take advantage of it or be left behind,” the CEO said at the investment company’s annual SoftBank World event.
International
Ripple obtains full license to operate in Singapore as it expands in Asia-Pacific
October 4, 2023
Ripple said on Wednesday that it has obtained a full license to operate in Singapore, a strategic step toward growing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Senators Probe TikTok’s Executive Transfers From ByteDance
October 4, 2023
The senators want information about TikTok’s ties to its parent, including whether it disclosed recent personnel moves to the U.S. government.
Intel to Split Off Specialized Chip Business as CEO Pursues Turnaround
October 4, 2023
The chip maker says the unit that makes programmable chips for defense and telecommunications will eventually go public.
Something is breaking in financial markets — Here’s what’s behind the sell-off
October 4, 2023
The pain of recognition was acute for Wall Street on Tuesday, with major averages down sharply across the board.
Amazon Used Secret ‘Project Nessie’ Algorithm to Raise Prices
October 4, 2023
Amazon.com used an algorithm code-named “Project Nessie” to test how much it could raise prices in a way that competitors would follow, according to redacted portions of the FTC’s monopoly lawsuit.
Beyonce’s Renaissance Tour film is coming to save the day for the weak December box office
October 3, 2023
AMC has partnered with Parkwood Entertainment to bring Beyonce's Renaissance Tour to cinemas in December.
Women and girls continue to be killed, based on gender alone
October 3, 2023
Continuing violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations, a UN-appointed independent expert said on Tuesday.
Karabakh: Humanitarians respond to growing health needs
October 3, 2023
The humanitarian response to the Karabakh crisis continued apace on Tuesday as UN agencies and partners warned of urgent health needs among the more than 100,000 refugees who have entered Armenia.
Looming hunger emergency for South Sudanese families fleeing war
October 3, 2023
A hunger emergency is looming for scores of South Sudanese families fleeing the war in Sudan, the World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Tuesday.
Atrocity crimes still being committed in Ethiopia, UN experts warn
October 3, 2023
Independent UN human rights experts are warning that there is “an overwhelming risk” atrocity crimes “will continue” in Ethiopia. in a new report released on Tuesday.
Haiti: Guterres welcomes decision to deploy multinational mission
October 3, 2023
UN engagement with Haiti will continue ahead of the deployment of an international support mission backing beleaguered police who are fighting rampant gang violence, the UN chief’s Spokesperson told journalists on Tuesday.
UN supports ‘monumental step’ for cancer sufferers in northwest Syria
October 3, 2023
The first radiotherapy machine to treat cancer arrived in northwest Syria over the weekend, the UN’s aid coordination office (OCHA) said on Tuesday.
Rare Look Inside TikTok Parent’s Finances Shows Slowing Growth
October 3, 2023
The Chinese social-media company turned an operating profit of more than $20 billion last year, but its valuation has slumped.
Meta Plans to Charge $14 a Month for Ad-Free Instagram
October 3, 2023
European users would have the option to pay a fee or agree to personalized ads, according to the company’s pitch to regulators.
Rep. Matt Gaetz triggers vote to oust Kevin McCarthy from speaker’s office
October 3, 2023
Gaetz, a Florida Republican, is a conservative bomb thrower and top Trump ally on Capitol Hill.
Construction of new long-term care home in Grenfell, Sask. begins
October 3, 2023
The new 33-bed facility will be built on vacant lands on the northeast corner of Grenfell near Assiniboia Avenue and Highway 47, the province said in a news release.
‘No space for hate’ Fleetwood residents rally against racist graffiti
October 3, 2023
Braden Remillard lives in the area and said on Sunday morning he saw a post on the Facebook Fleetwood Community page and was shocked to see the racist vandalism.
Hamilton, Ont. police make arrest after attempted child abduction
October 3, 2023
Police say a four-year-old and his mother were in the area of Jackson Street West and MacNab Street South when a female suspect attempted to walk away with the boy in her arms.
Algae bloom leaves experts worried about the state of Lake Winnipeg
October 3, 2023
Lake Winnipeg is seeing an upward trend in algae, which experts warn could be detrimental to the lake's ecosystem. One way to solve it, they say, is by dealing with phosphorous.
Lethbridge College enrolment at pre-pandemic levels
October 3, 2023
According to the college's registrar, enrolment is up eight per cent compared to last year, adding about 400 students.
Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary opens new affordable housing for Indigenous elders
October 3, 2023
According to a City of Calgary news release, the facility will provide 12 affordable units for Indigenous seniors.
Calgary weekend shootings targeted the same individual, police say
October 3, 2023
Police said they believed a suspect fired multiple rounds during the shooting in Seton, and stray bullets struck four surrounding residences.
New drop-in centre for youth opens in Montreal’s West Island
October 3, 2023
Social service workers in Montreal's West Island say they've seen a dramatic increase in the number of youth asking for help with mental health and other problems.
It’s ‘really the Google web’: Microsoft CEO testifies about how hard it is to break into search
October 3, 2023
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified about competing with Google in digital search during the federal antitrust trial against Google in Washington, D.C.
West Kelowna neighbourhood with bear trap seeing more wildlife since wildfires
October 3, 2023
The Rose Valley neighbourhood of West Kelowna was one of the hardest hit when the McDougall Creek wildfire swept through, causing widespread damage.
More hospital beds will ease strain on emergency rooms, Manitoba NDP leader says
October 3, 2023
NDP Leader Wab Kinew says if the NDP is elected Tuesday, he will add beds to hospitals in Winnipeg and Brandon that have seen long wait times in emergency rooms.
Trump New York fraud trial ends first day with tax accountant testimony
October 3, 2023
New York Attorney General Letitia James accuses Donald Trump, the Trump Organization and others of engaging in business fraud for years.
Congress and Washington wonder if Biden and McCarthy cut secret Ukraine funding deal
October 3, 2023
A stopgap bill to fund the federal government until November avoided a shutdown but also lacked aid to Ukraine that President Joe Biden wants.
Dow slides to begin October even as Congress staves off government shutdown: Live updates
October 3, 2023
Legislators passed an 11th-hour deal to keep the government funded.
Sphere Entertainment stock soars 11% after Las Vegas venue opening
October 3, 2023
Sphere Entertainment's stock jumped after the company opened its newest venue in Las Vegas over the weekend.
Tesla reported 435,059 deliveries for the third quarter, and production of 430,488 vehicles
October 3, 2023
Tesla just reported third-quarter vehicle production and deliveries for 2023.
Microsoft CEO Says Google’s Agreements Unfairly Harmed Bing
October 3, 2023
Satya Nadella said at the antitrust trial against Google that it will take more than AI to check Google’s advantage in internet search.
‘We are not in the business of ice cream’: Big Oil CEOs defend themselves against climate criticism
October 3, 2023
Big Oil, on the back of record profits last year, has been accused of dialing back critically important climate pledges in recent months.
FTX customers who lost a fortune on the bankrupt exchange are doubling down on crypto
October 3, 2023
FTX's multibillion-dollar cryptocurrency blowup hasn't shaken some of its customers' faith in the industry.
Late-night shows return as actors restart negotiations with Hollywood studios
October 3, 2023
Late-night hosts return to TV on Monday as striking Hollywood actors resume talks with major studios.
FCC enforces first space debris penalty in $150,000 settlement with Dish
October 3, 2023
The Federal Communications Commission announced a settlement with Dish Network on Monday in the regulator's first penalty regarding space debris.
The inside story of Dave Clark’s tumultuous last days at Flexport: Standoffs, politics, and spin
October 3, 2023
Flexport founder Ryan Petersen claimed in public that Dave Clark's tenure as CEO featured too much spending, but internal documents tell a different story