A wave of investor anxiety over artificial intelligence's disruptive potential sparked a broad market sell-off Thursday afternoon, dragging down major tech and ad-tech stocks.
Despite massive investment and CEO Satya Nadella's bullish projections, Microsoft's flagship AI assistant, Copilot, is struggling to convert its vast user base into paying customers, with a new report revealing only a 3.3% paid adoption rate among Microsoft 365 users.
In a candid podcast interview, Melinda French Gates addresses the newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein documents, describing profound personal pain over claims her ex-husband sought to secretly medicate her. Bill Gates has vehemently denied the allegations, which stem from draft emails written by Epstein.
Bitcoin plunged to near $73,000, its lowest level since late 2024, leading a sharp downturn across crypto and equity markets as risk aversion grips investors.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings (NASDAQ:LIND) is showing promising signs of improved capital efficiency, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) turning positive after years of losses. While the trend is encouraging, analysts note the company's growth is currently fueled by operational improvements rather than new investment, raising questions about its long-term trajectory.
PayPal Holdings Inc. announces a significant leadership transition, appointing Enrique Lores as its new Chief Executive Officer and David Dorman as Independent Board Chairman, aiming to navigate a rapidly evolving digital payments landscape.
Magnite (MGNI) shares plunged over 14% Thursday, caught in a broad market selloff triggered by Gartner's disappointing Q4 results, raising fresh concerns about digital advertising and IT services demand.
State Senator Sharif Street, a prominent Pennsylvania Democrat and Muslim leader, forcefully denounced an antisemitic demonstration in Rittenhouse Square that glorified Hamas, labeling the group a terrorist organization and warning that calls for violence undermine community peace.
A Dublin man faced charges after a confrontation with Ryanair crew over an alcohol request. The case took an unexpected turn when it was revealed his repeated pressing of the reading light, not the call button, fueled the dispute. All charges were later dismissed following a charitable donation.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the once-presumed successor to his father Muammar Gaddafi and a polarizing figure in Libya's post-revolution turmoil, has reportedly been shot dead in Zintan, according to local sources. His death marks a symbolic end to a lingering chapter of the country's conflict.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son and one-time heir of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed according to family sources and local media. His death marks the end of a turbulent journey from Western-educated reformer to accused war criminal and failed presidential aspirant.
The fast-casual chicken chain appoints industry veteran Greg Levin as its new CEO, leveraging his two-decade track record of scaling BJ's Restaurants to fuel its own coast-to-coast growth ambitions.
Crypto.com has launched a prediction market platform that, for the first time, allows retail users to trade on margin—a high-risk feature common in finance but unprecedented in regulated event betting.
As a key 2026 priority, the Financial Services Institute is pressing regulators for a contractor classification rule that protects the independent advisor model, while also targeting broader legislative and enforcement reforms.
DaVita Inc. (NYSE: DVA) reported fourth-quarter revenue and profit that topped Wall Street forecasts, driven by higher revenue per treatment and its integrated care programs. While margins faced pressure, the company outlined a 2026 roadmap focused on clinical initiatives and partnerships to spur patient growth.
Monday's trading session saw significant moves across sectors, from senior living to security systems, driven by analyst upgrades, strong earnings, and broader market pressures in tech and crypto.
At the FreightWaves F3 Festival, Echo Global Logistics' Christopher Clemmensen detailed how a shift to private ownership fuels long-term tech investment and a customer-driven strategy, helping shippers navigate trade shifts, labor shortages, and sustainability pressures.
The Hyperliquid native token HYPE has rallied sharply in the past two weeks, driven by anticipation of the HIP-4 upgrade and strong positioning in the derivatives market. Analysts note the move has been characterized by measured optimism rather than retail frenzy, potentially setting the stage for further gains if key support levels hold.
Disney Chairman James Gorman reveals the board swiftly dismissed the idea of appointing co-CEOs, opting instead for a clear leadership structure with Josh D’Amaro as CEO and Dana Walden as President. Gorman, drawing from his Morgan Stanley experience, argues shared CEO roles are ‘generally pretty fraught’ despite rare successes.
As Brazil's harvest progresses, the U.S. soybean market faces a pivotal month with weak exports, bearish indicators, and the looming threat of a larger domestic crop adding pressure to prices.
