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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued warnings to 42 prominent law firms, suggesting their diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring initiatives could violate antitrust laws by potentially restricting competition for talent.
The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady has exposed a deepening policy divide, with one governor publicly warning that inaction risks a significant deterioration in the jobs landscape.
Palantir Technologies' stock surged after hours as the data analytics firm reported record quarterly results, fueled by its AI platform. CEO Alex Karp hailed an 'iconic' performance while warning that the company's dominance creates societal and political tensions.
As AI agents flock to a dedicated social platform, creating their own cultures and discussing independence, tech billionaire Bryan Johnson warns of unforeseen consequences, comparing the phenomenon to a mirror of humanity's own impulses.
Brussels-based clean transport group Transport & Environment warns that the European Commission's proposed easing of 2035 emissions targets may allow combustion-engine cars to make up half of new sales, marking a significant retreat from earlier climate ambitions.
As tax deadlines loom, Gen Digital's LifeLock issues a stark warning about a sharp rise in sophisticated, AI-driven identity theft schemes targeting taxpayers. The alert underscores the evolving threat landscape where cyber security, personal finance, and digital fraud increasingly intersect.
Netflix's bold, all-cash offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for an estimated $72-83 billion is testing investor confidence and regulatory boundaries. The proposed mega-deal, which would dramatically reshape the streaming landscape, faces intense scrutiny over antitrust concerns and the strain it could place on Netflix's historically disciplined balance sheet.
Silver prices experienced a dramatic and historic sell-off on Friday, tumbling over 30% as a surging U.S. dollar and political uncertainty rattled markets. Analysts caution the downturn may not be over, with one prominent forewarning of a potential slide to $68 an ounce.
The medical device developer Beta Bionics has received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a regulatory action stemming from a facility inspection last summer. The company maintains the letter will not disrupt its operations, manufacturing, or the planned launch of its new insulin patch pump.
Amid subscription fatigue and market fragmentation, the proposed union of Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery is framed not as a threat to competition, but as a necessary consolidation to compete with tech giants and refocus value on consumers.
Russia's Foreign Ministry issued a stark warning on Monday, stating any deployment of foreign military forces or infrastructure in Ukraine would be considered an intervention, making those forces lawful targets for Russian strikes.
A landmark Senate hearing this week will examine the potential cultural and economic fallout of Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, amid fears it could create an unprecedented 'stream-opoly'.
The head of Médecins Sans Frontières warns that Israel's decision to terminate the group's operations in Gaza and the West Bank will deepen the humanitarian crisis, calling it a pretext to restrict vital aid.
Disney CEO Bob Iger says the fierce competition for Warner Bros. Discovery highlights the 'tremendous value' of Disney's existing franchises, while reaffirming the company's focus on organic IP creation over further major acquisitions.
Disney CEO Bob Iger suggests the company's $70 billion acquisition of 21st Century Fox looks prescient in light of the current multi-billion dollar battle for control of Warner Bros. Discovery assets, highlighting the enduring value of intellectual property in the streaming era.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has issued a stark warning that any U.S. military action against Tehran would escalate into a regional war, accusing Washington of coveting Iran's energy resources. The warning comes amid heightened tensions and internal unrest following deadly protests.
Economist Peter Schiff, famed for foreseeing the 2008 collapse, now predicts a severe market correction driven by high mortgage rates and unsustainable prices, potentially triggering widespread defaults. While today's market fundamentals differ, his warning underscores deep-seated affordability concerns.
Amid a slower-than-expected shift to pure electric vehicles, auto supplier BorgWarner is winning investor praise for its strategic bet on hybrid technologies, positioning itself as a critical bridge in the evolving powertrain landscape.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the organization faces a severe liquidity crisis, with funds for its regular operations potentially running dry by July. The crisis is exacerbated by billions in unpaid dues, primarily from the United States.
