admin [ad_1] In 2000, director Ridley Scott introduced Maximus Decimus Meridius to the world in Gladiator. The historical epic starred Russell Crowe as Maximus, a Roman general sold into slavery after being betrayed by Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), the Emperor’s power-hungry son. Maximus becomes a gladiator and vows to exact his revenge on Commodus for killing his … Read more
[ad_1] Paramount Global (PARA) shares skyrocketed more than 10% in early trading on Wednesday after Bloomberg reported media mogul Byron Allen made a $14.3 billion bid to buy all of Paramount’s outstanding shares. According to the report, Allen offered $28.58 each for the company’s voting shares, marking a 50% premium compared to recent trading levels, … Read more
[ad_1] In today’s episode, Ian King speaks with Dan Ives – managing director of the brokerage and advisory firm Wedbush Securities – to discuss Microsoft’s revenues and AI. Ian Johnston, global pharmaceutical correspondent at the Financial Times, discusses sales of popular weight loss drug ‘Wegvoy’, made by Novo Nordisk – as they say their sales … Read more
[ad_1] Dubai, UAE, January 31st, 2024, FinanceWire The Internet 2.0 Conference will be back in 2024, providing leaders with a legitimate platform in Dubai and Las Vegas to envision the future of technology. The highly anticipated Internet 2.0 Conference is returning with its 2024 Edition, promising to be a cornerstone event for tech enthusiasts and … Read more
[ad_1] Microsoft’s earnings for 2024 show significant growth in the company’s cloud offerings, with revenue in its Intelligent Cloud business increasing 20% to $25.9bn. CEO Satya Nadella said the financial performance of the company was driven by the continued strength of Microsoft Cloud, which, he said, surpassed $33bn in revenue, up 24%. “We’ve moved … Read more
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[ad_1] While the Federal Reserve is expected to keep its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, American households will want to know whether rate cuts are on the horizon, which could have meaningful implications for their monthly budgets. The central bank has already raised its benchmark rate to 5.25 to 5.50 percent, the highest level … Read more
[ad_1] Your brain might be your greatest asset – and your most private. But soon, your brain’s data could be at the centre of a new wave of intellectual interference and disinformation – one that could exceed the fears around generative AI. Though neurotechnology, which can read and even influence the brain’s patterns and electrical … Read more
[ad_1] Instagram Threads will adopt another Twitter/X feature: trends, the company has confirmed. In a reply to a user on the app, Instagram head Adam Mosseri noted that work on such a feature was in the works, responding that “we are working on surfacing trends” — a feature that would make the X rival even … Read more
[ad_1] A Pennsylvania man has been arrested after allegedly killing his father, before displaying his decapitated head in a gruesome YouTube video while spouting right-wing conspiracy theories. Justin Mohn, 32, is accused of killing his father, Michael Mohn, police told NBC News. Mohn was taken into custody about 100 miles away from the crime scene … Read more
[ad_1] By Luigi Wewege, President, Caye International Bank The emergence of blockchain technology and decentralized finance (DeFi) represents a significant shift in most financial operations. At its core, blockchain is a distributed ledger technology that allows secure, transparent, and tamper-proof transactions. DeFi, on the other hand, is an umbrella term for financial services on public … Read more
[ad_1] Last week, I was ushered by an Apple employee through a security gate, past a manicured lawn, down a flight of stairs and into a tastefully decorated faux living room inside the Steve Jobs Theater to get a preview of the company’s new Vision Pro headset. Like other reporters who were given early tours … Read more
[ad_1] We have the solution to Wordle on January 31, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive … Read more
[ad_1] Taylor Swift celebrates after the AFC championship game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. ara Durrette/Getty Images At long last, the 2024 Super Bowl is almost here. The biggest sporting event of the year promises to be one of the … Read more
[ad_1] [object Object] (Fetch.ai) The boss of Fetch.ai has sought to allay investor concerns after the firm’s UK business was put into administration over “financial difficulties” following a million-dollar London court case. In an interview with the Standard, founder Humayun Sheikh insisted it was “business as usual” for the tech firm and creator of the … Read more
[ad_1] By Manish Tomar 31 January 2024 Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of the financial services industry, data analytics has become nothing short of transformative. It acts as the guiding force behind crucial decisions, strategic innovations, and enhanced customer experiences. As financial institutions set their sights on the horizon, one paramount question emerges: How can … Read more
[ad_1] Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will provide technology services to over five million pension policies over the next 15 years, after life insurance and pensions giant Aviva contracted the IT services giant to support its UK business. The Indian IT services giant’s UK-regulated subsidiary, Diligenta, which specialises in the provision of business process outsourcing … Read more
[ad_1] Gyanvapi PremisesIANS In a landmark ruling, a Varanasi court has granted Hindus the right to worship in the sealed basement of the Gyanvapi mosque. This decision has sparked a wave of reactions from both Hindu and Muslim communities. The court has directed the district administration to make the necessary arrangements within the next seven … Read more
[ad_1] Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired. UMG said that it had not agreed to terms of a new deal with TikTok, and … Read more
[ad_1] Nvidia (NVDA) is sure to come up in any discussion of the best artificial intelligence stocks to watch. But don’t ignore Synopsys (SNPS), a key Nvidia partner. After already earning a spot on the IBD Long-Term Leaders list with a 3,594% run from a low in 2008 through the end of last year, shares … Read more
[ad_1] SUPER Duolingo subscribers have been frustrated with the app’s latest changes. In a recent post on Reddit, Duolingo users expressed their discontent with the app. 1 Super Duolingo subscribers have been frustrated with the app’s latest changes The thread began with a Super Duolingo user who said they did not sign up for AI … Read more
[ad_1] Dating app giant Match Group says it hasn’t yet determined how it plans to adapt its products in light of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), a new regulation that is forcing Apple to open up its platform to alternative app stores, third-party payments, and more. Speaking to investors during the company’s Q4 2023 … Read more
[ad_1] A CATHOLIC poster of Jesus Christ has been slammed by conservative Spaniards for being overly sexualised and erotic. The poster envisions Christ after his resurrection, marked against a bright-red background, standing almost completely naked – if it weren’t for a modest loin cloth draped over his genitals. 5 A painting of Jesus Christ has … Read more
[ad_1] CNN — Congress will again grill the chief executives of several big tech companies this week, including Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, about potential harms from their products on teens. Until now, the social platforms have largely had the same response: We’ll help teens and families make smart decisions themselves. But now, with growing claims … Read more
[ad_1] The fixed deposit or FD is the most suitable way to secure your money. It helps you save your money and offer interest. It’s a form of term deposit where you can get a higher interest rate when compared to savings accounts. Banks and NBFCs can offer fixed deposits (FDs). You can invest the … Read more
[ad_1] Cyber hackers working for the Chinese government are preparing to “wreak havoc” on the US, FBI director Christopher Wray is warning. Critical infrastructure such as water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and transportation systems are being targeted to cause “real-world harm” to American citizens, he will tell US politicians on Wednesday. Mr Wray will … Read more
[ad_1] Netflix is one of the most popular streaming services in the world, with nearly 250 million subscribers. And just what do those people tend to watch? In particular, what is the most popular movie on Netflix? Each week, the streaming service releases a list of its 10 most-watched movies over the past seven days … Read more
[ad_1] By Tim Hepher and Padraic Halpin DUBLIN (Reuters) -Airlines face years of plane shortages, driving up costs and setting the stage for higher fares, as increased oversight in the wake of a Boeing 737 MAX 9 cabin blowout exacerbates delays caused by weak supply chains, industry officials said. The warning came as aircraft lessors, … Read more
[ad_1] NatWest Group is moving towards the appointment of a permanent successor to Dame Alison Rose after hiring headhunters to assist its new chairman with the search. Sky News understands that Heidrick & Struggles has been enlisted by the state-backed bank’s board, weeks before it publishes its annual results. City sources said that Heidrick’s appointment … Read more
[ad_1] Many of Lanny Smoot’s best-known inventions are, at least to nonengineers, more like magic tricks. Floating disembodied heads, a lightsaber that actually expands, retracts and glows and, in his latest sleight-of-hand, a reinvention of the floor. Yes, a floor. Smoot at 68 is the most accomplished modern inventor at the Walt Disney Co., headquartered … Read more
[ad_1] Analyst Forrester has urged IT decision-makers to curb their enthusiasm when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) to avoid being caught out by a shortfall in semiconductors. In its Surviving the global chip shortage report, Forrester recommended that IT leaders moderate their AI ambitions. “Moderation seems like heresy in the current AI-drenched tech … Read more
[ad_1] If you’re in the market for a new vehicle and considering financing options, it’s essential to choose the right car for your car loan in Canada. With numerous makes, models, and features to choose from, finding the best car that matches your needs and fits within your budget can be a daunting task. To … Read more
[ad_1] Federal Reserve officials will conclude their two-day meeting on Wednesday, and they are widely expected to keep interest rates steady at a two-decade high when they release their policy decision at 2 p.m. But investors are likely to closely watch the meeting — particularly Chair Jerome H. Powell’s 2:30 p.m. news conference — for … Read more
[ad_1] A lawmaker in the Australian state of Victoria sat down to watch the nightly news on Monday, expecting to see herself featured as a prominent opponent of duck hunting. But the member of Parliament, Georgie Purcell, noticed that in one photo used on 9News, the tattoos on her midriff were missing. “I saw the … Read more
[ad_1] Instagram Threads is gaining traction after growth stalled last year, which had some prematurely wondering if the app was already dead. New data indicates that’s not the case — in fact, Threads is continuing to grow, having tripled its downloads month-over-month in December, which gave it a place in the top 10 most downloaded … Read more
[ad_1] Good morning. Taylor Swift is a “Pentagon asset”, an “election interference psyop” who, with unnamed left-leaning forces, has conspired to “rig” the Super Bowl and then endorse Joe Biden in the presidential election. That’s according to a raft of influential rightwing figures, who have begun to spread a conspiracy theory that the singer is … Read more
[ad_1] Santander UK has notched up a rise in annual profits after being boosted by higher interest rates, but flagged rising numbers of borrowers falling behind with repayments. The Spanish-owned bank said it is seeing a “modest” increase in customer arrears across mortgages, credit cards, unsecured personal loans and overdrafts in recent quarters. Its mortgage … Read more
[ad_1] A LITTLE-KNOWN Wi-Fi issue might be weighing on your smartphone’s battery life, according to tech experts at Norton. If you wrestle with your Wi-Fi on the regular, and suffer with a fast-draining battery – there is a fix you need to know. 1 A Samsung user on Reddit discovered this several years ago, when … Read more
[ad_1] Iman Vellani, Brie Larson, and Teyonah Parris in Captain Marvel Disney/Marvel / Disney/Marvel Disney+ was launched to great fanfare in 2019 as a potential Netflix killer. But as Disney’s streaming service approaches its fifth anniversary later this year, the Disney+ lineup is looking anything but killer. There are only updates on 11 out of … Read more
[ad_1] Zuck wearing the hat of learning (he’s an honorary Doctor of Laws at Harvard, from which he famously dropped out after starting Facebook).Photo: Brian Snyder (Reuters) The only person on the Jan. 29 list who has gained more in 2024 than Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani is Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Though fifth on … Read more
[ad_1] Over the long run, Wall Street has proved to be a surefire wealth creator. But over shorter periods, the performance of the major stock indexes is unpredictable. Since this decade began, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite have traded off bear and bull markets on a couple of occasions. But … Read more
[ad_1] Robots said to be capable of natural conversations and understanding patient needs have been tested successfully in healthcare environments. The Spring (Socially Assistive Robots in Gerontological healthcare) units greeted patients, answered questions and gave directions during initial trials at Assistance Publique Hopitaux de Paris, in France. The robots, equipped with artificial intelligence, were also … Read more
[ad_1] Software giant Microsoft revealed in mid-January 2024 that its systems were successfully infiltrated at the end of 2023 by Russia-backed hacking group Midnight Blizzard, as part of a coordinated and targeted information-gathering exercise. Microsoft confirmed the details of the attack in a statement published online on Friday 19 January 2024, where it revealed … Read more
[ad_1] Elon Musk’s record $56 billion Tesla pay package was blocked by a Delaware judge Tuesday who ruled that the “unfathomable sum” was unfair to the company’s shareholders. The ruling came in a lawsuit brought by a shareholder in 2018 accusing the Tesla CEO of dictating the package in sham negotiations with directors who weren’t … Read more
[ad_1] Institutional investors in Britain’s biggest public companies are to pave the way for bigger boardroom pay packages amid arguments from corporate chiefs that “restraint” over remuneration is causing irreversible damage to London’s stock market. Sky News has obtained the draft of a letter from the Investment Association, whose members collectively manage £8.8trn in assets, … Read more
[ad_1] Polestar makes impressive electric vehicles and having launched the Polestar 2, followed by the Polestar 3, now comes the Polestar 4. The car is now officially on sale in Europe and Australia, with the start of production from the middle of 2024, with first deliveries expected from August 2024. The design of the Polestar … Read more
[ad_1] Google CEO Sudar Pichai said that the company’s Google One cloud storage service is ” just about to cross” 100 million subscribers. Speaking during Alphabet’s Q4 2023 earning call, Pichai added that the company is looking to add more AI-powered features to the Google One service. The search giant first launched Google One in … Read more
[ad_1] White attackers turned a lush, high desert oasis in eastern Nevada, with its bubbling springs and a rare stand of Rocky Mountain junipers, into killing fields. They massacred hundreds of Native people there in the 1800s – a horrific history once retold in hushed tones behind closed doors. That was until tribal members reluctantly … Read more
[ad_1] China’s top intelligence agency issued an ominous warning last month about an emerging threat to the country’s national security: Chinese people who criticize the economy. In a series of posts on its official WeChat account, the Ministry of State Security implored citizens to grasp President Xi Jinping’s economic vision and not be swayed by … Read more
[ad_1] Former Turnbull minister Wyatt Roy has joined the leadership team at Neom, an ambitious and controversial $760 billion project to build a futuristic city from scratch in Saudi Arabia powered entirely by renewable energy. Neom, which is wholly owned by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, was launched in 2017 by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed … Read more
[ad_1] Toyota Toyota sold more cars last year than any other automaker, figures released by the company on Tuesday confirmed. Toyota beat German rival Volkswagen into second place, selling a total of 11.2 million vehicles to customers around the world over the last 12 months, marking a 7.2% increase over the previous year. It sees … Read more
[ad_1] By Zak Wheeler For Daily Mail Australia Published: 05:40, 31 January 2024 | Updated: 08:15, 31 January 2024 A plane has crashed near Dundowran Beach leaving the pilot with a head injuries. Paramedics are treating the man in his 30s with a laceration above his eye after he crashed a Cessna aircraft at Hervey Bay on … Read more
[ad_1] The average UK house price increased by 0.7% month on month in January, amid a “little more positive” outlook for the property market, according to an index. Property values were down by 0.2% compared with a year earlier, Nationwide Building Society said. The average UK house price in January was £257,656. Housing market experts … Read more
[ad_1] Two weeks ago, Microsoft topped Apple as the most valuable public company. Last week, it surpassed $3 trillion in market valuation. Next week, Satya Nadella will hit his 10th anniversary as the company’s chief executive. For Microsoft, the pressure to keep delivering is on. In particular, investors are looking for the company to cash … Read more
[ad_1] Increasing numbers of former subpostmasters have now raised concerns about their experiences and suffering in relation to systems introduced to Post Office branches before the roll-out of the controversial Horizon system. Since the Post Office Horizon scandal has entered the public discourse, following ITV’s Mr Bates vs the Post Office drama, increasing numbers of … Read more
[ad_1] The park is currently closed for winter (Picture: Getty) A man has been found dead in the car park of a popular theme park. The man, who is in his 20s, was found dead in the Thorpe Park car park in Surrey just before 11am on Tuesday. He has not yet been identified but … Read more
[ad_1] (Bloomberg) — Elon Musk’s $55 billion pay package at Tesla Inc. was struck down by a Delaware judge after a shareholder challenged it as excessive, a ruling that would take a giant bite out of Musk’s wealth and put the fate of his companies in question. Most Read from Bloomberg That is if the … Read more
[ad_1] Reports are decreasing The outage has been resolved. Reports have plummeted from over 1,200 to just under 400. iCloud Mail is still down iCloud Mail is still experiencing an outage, according to Apple’s system status page. Credit: Apple System Support Users request ‘HELP’ More and more users are flooding social media to express their … Read more
[ad_1] Apple last week announced new rules for EU app developers to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). After being designated as a “gatekeeper,” the EU required Apple to make changes to increase competition in the app industry, including by offering new ways to download apps from outside the App Store, new frameworks and … Read more
[ad_1] JOSSIGNY, France—France’s new prime minister showered promises of help on angry farmers Tuesday, from emergency cash aid to controls on imported food, in hopes that cools a protest movement that has seen tractors shut down highways across France and inspired similar actions around Europe. Farmers seeking better pay, fewer constraints, and lower costs are … Read more
[ad_1] Food and fresh flower imports from the European Union are subject to new Brexit customs controls from today, adding more than £300m a year to the price of trading with the continent and forcing up the price of food for British consumers. Under the new Brexit red tape, imports of chilled and frozen meat … Read more
[ad_1] Elon Musk must give up a compensation package awarded by Tesla’s board of directors that is potentially worth more than $55bn (£43.4bn), a judge has ruled. The Delaware court decision comes five years after a shareholder lawsuit targeted the Tesla chief executive and the directors. The company is incorporated in the state, with oversight … Read more
[ad_1] SpaceX SpaceX successfully launched a Cygnus cargo ship to the International Space Station (ISS) on Tuesday. It was the first time for SpaceX to launch the Cygnus, whose 19 previous missions had involved Antares or Atlas rockets. The Elon Musk-led spaceflight company used its workhorse Falcon 9 rocket to launch the Cygnus cargo ship … Read more
[ad_1] Topline Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s production company Archewell lost three more executives over the weekend—the latest in a series of high-profile departures for the ex-royals’ brand. Three production and marketing executives announced they would leave Archewell over the last week. Getty Images Key Facts Ben Browning, an Oscar-nominated producer who was tapped to … Read more
[ad_1] You might have heard of the Stanley tumbler, the hip, trendy water bottle that has people camping outside stores or getting into fights to get their hands on one. They’ve become a fashion accessory, especially since Stanley has made use of influencer culture to target women and make sales of its tumblers skyrocket. The … Read more
[ad_1] Law enforcement officials are bracing for an explosion of material generated by artificial intelligence that realistically depicts children being sexually exploited, deepening the challenge of identifying victims and combating such abuse. The concerns come as Meta, a primary resource for the authorities in flagging sexually explicit content, has made it tougher to track criminals … Read more
[ad_1] SAP’s strategy to prioritise its RISE cloud customers for the latest innovations, was met with widespread confusion and frustration. It represented a departure from the expectations of a loyal user base that had invested heavily in SAP’s on-premises solutions. The decision raised fundamental questions: Why was SAP, a platform on which so many … Read more
[ad_1] Jamie Dornan Opens Up About Coping with “Fifty Shades” Backlash Jamie Dornan is reflecting on his life and career after Fifty Shades of Grey. In case you need reminding, Jamie was catapulted to global fame in 2013 when he was cast as Christian Grey in the highly anticipated film adaption of the Fifty Shades … Read more
[ad_1] Self-assessment taxpayers have just hours left to file their online returns – or face a £100 fine. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is expecting more than 12.1 million tax returns to be filed for the 2022-23 tax year, along with any payment that is owed. Missing the deadline, at midnight on January 31, could … Read more
[ad_1] T.REX suffered from a dodgy back and knees, according to scientists who found signs of arthritis in killer dinosaurs. Experts say theropods, two-legged beasts like Tyrannosaurus, were “blighted by bone diseases”. 2 Scientists say that two-legged dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex would have been ‘blighted by bone diseases’Credit: Alamy 2 A study noted that many … Read more