Snapchat has disabled hundreds of thousands of accounts belonging to users under 16 in Australia under new social media laws, but warns the legislation contains 'significant gaps' that may allow some minors to bypass protections.
In Thailand's crucial northeast, a profound political realignment is underway. Farmers, disillusioned by unmet promises and economic hardship, are abandoning decades of party loyalty to back individual candidates, testing the foundations of the Shinawatra family's political machine ahead of pivotal elections.
As Thailand heads to the polls, three major parties offer starkly different visions for the nation's path forward, from populist subsidies to structural reforms, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest.
As the pet care market expands, investors weigh the focused approach of Chewy against Walmart's diversified scale. While Chewy offers pure exposure, Walmart's broader ecosystem and advertising growth present a compelling alternative.
Shares of SBA Communications have faced persistent pressure, declining over 5% in the past year. A detailed analysis of its discounted cash flow and P/E ratio suggests the wireless infrastructure REIT may be significantly undervalued, presenting a potential entry point for long-term investors.
Cardiac monitoring specialist iRhythm has finalized a significant corporate restructuring, creating a new parent company to serve as its publicly listed entity on Nasdaq. The move is seen as a strategic step to streamline governance and provide operational flexibility as the company expands its AI-driven health platform.
Shares of PROG Holdings (PRG) have rallied sharply in recent months, prompting investors to scrutinize whether the fintech company's current valuation reflects its underlying fundamentals or is simply riding a wave of market momentum.
Shares of Advantest Corp. have surged nearly 200% in the past year, riding the AI and advanced chipmaking wave. As the stock trades near record highs, investors are grappling with a critical question: has the rally run too far, too fast?
After a staggering 75% surge over the past year, Tapestry's stock is under the microscope. While a discounted cash flow model suggests the shares are roughly fairly valued, its sky-high P/E ratio tells a more cautionary tale, raising questions about whether the market's optimism has gotten ahead of itself.
A sharp correction in Bitcoin prices has pushed MicroStrategy's massive holdings into significant paper losses, testing the resolve of the corporate sector's most vocal crypto advocate and raising questions about the sustainability of its accumulation strategy.
Sanofi's experimental oral drug venglustat demonstrated significant neurological benefits for patients with Type 3 Gaucher disease in a late-stage trial, but failed to meet its primary endpoint in a separate study for Fabry disease, casting uncertainty on its regulatory path.
Two of the largest known Ethereum holders, BitcoinOG and Trend Research, have strategically sold a combined $371 million worth of ETH to repay loans on the Aave protocol. This voluntary deleveraging, distinct from over $140 million in automated liquidations processed by Aave, highlights a shift towards caution among major crypto players amid market volatility.
As diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza show fragile progress, Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 30 Palestinians overnight, with multiple children among the casualties, according to local health authorities.
A Russian drone strike targeted a bus carrying coal miners in central Ukraine, killing at least a dozen workers hours after Kyiv announced a postponement of diplomatic negotiations. The attack, condemned as a deliberate strike on civilians, marks one of the deadliest single incidents for Ukraine's energy sector since the invasion began.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, a leading contender for the 2028 presidency, faces renewed impeachment efforts filed by civil society groups. The complaints allege corruption and abuse of public trust, deepening the political rift with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration.
ProPublica has identified the two Customs and Border Protection officers who discharged their weapons during an encounter that resulted in the death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse. The incident has intensified scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics in urban areas.
Alibaba Group has announced a massive 3 billion yuan ($431 million) campaign to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar efforts by rivals Tencent and Baidu. The move intensifies a high-stakes battle for user adoption in China's rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector.
Amid a patchy market recovery, savvy investors are scouring Europe for hidden gems. We spotlight three companies—from shipping to sportswear—whose current share prices appear significantly discounted against their intrinsic value, presenting potential opportunities for long-term growth.
Amidst a cautiously recovering Eurozone economy, we spotlight three lesser-known European companies—spanning finance, telecom, and food production—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling growth narratives for discerning investors.
As Europe's markets navigate a fragile recovery, investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for income and resilience. We examine three companies offering attractive yields, weighing their potential against underlying financial risks.
