Tech18 stories ›
Google walks back policy that would cut off Search for schools rejecting AI, after political backlash
Google drew bipartisan criticism for tying AI Overviews to school Search access and now says search can be re-enabled, while DuckDuckGo pitches itself to distri
CNBC · +10 outlets
Big tech stocks surge after midterm elections as Yahoo, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Apple rally
Investors read the Democratic sweep as removing uncertainty on AI data center buildout, though some analysts warn the rally may be overdone.
CNBC · +13 outlets
Apple cuts employees' internal AI spending budgets from $300 to $200 per day as new CEO Ternus trims costs
The move comes as Apple's R&D costs rise on AI and infrastructure while leadership pushes for leaner spending.
The Next Web · +14 outlets
Midterm voters reject data center ballot measures in nearly every state at the heart of the AI buildout
The defeats signal growing local resistance to AI infrastructure, with Texas and other hotspots turning bluer and data center backers eyeing orbital alternative
CNBC · +14 outlets
Meta acquires AI coding startup Conductor to deploy teams of coding agents
The deal extends Meta's push into AI-assisted software development and agent orchestration tools.
TechCrunch · +6 outlets
Qualcomm stock drops 7% on weak forecast as memory shortage weighs on smartphone sales
Qualcomm beat on results but guided lower and outlined a bigger bet on AI data centers as handset demand weakens.
CNBC · +8 outlets
AI18 stories ›
Democrats sweep US midterms, setting up tougher scrutiny of AI and data center buildout
Democratic victories in the House and Senate shift the political calculus for AI regulation, data centers and Big Tech oversight heading into the next Congress.
Bloomberg Government News · +15 outlets
AI data center stocks slide and renewables rally as investors weigh Democratic sweep
Markets repriced data center and power buildout names after Democrats won Congress, with analysts warning of new hurdles for AI infrastructure.
Reuters · +14 outlets
Broad market rally on divided government as AI stocks wobble
US and European equities rose after the midterm results, with investors betting a divided Washington reduces the risk of policy shocks.
WSJ · +11 outlets
Texas AI data center buildout may be jeopardized after blue wave
Texas was the fastest-growing US data center market, but Democratic wins including James Talarico's Senate seat signal new hurdles for the industry.
MIT Technology Review · +13 outlets
Exit polls show AI ranked last among voter priorities in 2026 midterms
NBC exit polling put AI and data centers behind corruption and cost of living as factors in voters' decisions.
The Decoder · +14 outlets
AI PACs spent millions on the midterms with little to show for it
Pro-AI political groups and Elon Musk's election spending had limited impact, and OpenAI's Chris Lehane is already positioning for 2028.
TechCrunch · +14 outlets
Media18 stories ›
Democrats Flip House and Senate in Midterm Landslide; Mike Johnson to Step Down as GOP Leader
Democrats won control of both chambers in Tuesday's midterms, prompting House Speaker Mike Johnson to say he will not seek a minority leadership post and settin
Deadline · +14 outlets
Disney Plans Several Thousand Layoffs as Managers Are Asked to Cut Costs by Up to 20%
Disney is preparing broad workforce reductions in a push for roughly 20% cost savings, according to multiple reports.
CNBC · +14 outlets
Wall Street Rallies and Media Stocks Gain After Democrats Complete Midterm Sweep
Major indexes and media shares rose Wednesday morning as investors welcomed Democratic control of Congress, while Tesla and Trump Media moved in premarket tradi
Variety · +14 outlets
Snap Settles Social Media Addiction Bellwether Case Before Trial
Snap becomes the fourth company to settle claims in the bellwether litigation alleging social media platforms caused depression and eating disorders in teens.
The Hill · +14 outlets
New York Times Adds 420,000 Digital Subscribers in Q3, Stays on Track for 15 Million Goal
The Times now has 13.76 million total subscribers and beat Wall Street expectations, though CEO Meredith Kopit Levien fielded questions about AI risks to the su
Niemanlab · +13 outlets
Fox News Hosts and Media Figures Spar Over Blame for GOP Midterm Collapse
Fox & Friends hosts called on Republicans to self-reflect after the blue wave, while Bret Baier pushed back on Trump during a live call-in and a Fox guest accus
Mediaite · +4 outlets
Startups18 stories ›
Fal raises $1.3B Series F at $16B valuation as AI inference demand surges
The AI inference and generative media startup doubled its valuation in a round led by Bessemer with participation from Nvidia and T. Rowe Price.
Tech.eu · +14 outlets
Meta acquires AI coding startup Conductor to expand agentic software development
The deal lets Meta deploy teams of coding agents and intensifies competition among large tech firms to own AI-assisted software development.
TechCrunch · +5 outlets
Revolut valuation jumps 53% to $115B in secondary share sale ahead of US bank launch
Glade Brook, Coatue and T. Rowe Price led the sale, more than doubling the fintech's valuation in about two years.
TechCrunch · +5 outlets
Sequoia consolidates into Bay Area firm, closing London office and cutting Europe team
The firm is undoing 20 years of global expansion and shutting down overseas programs while announcing roughly $10 billion in new funds.
Sifted · +7 outlets
Salesforce acquires conversational AI startup Cresta for $2.7 billion
The acquisition adds AI-powered contact center and customer service agents to Salesforce's portfolio.
The Information · +9 outlets
Tenspresso, a three-month-old chip startup, in talks for $500M valuation
The reported talks underscore continued investor appetite for early-stage chip companies amid the AI hardware boom.
Startup Fortune · +3 outlets
Business18 stories ›
CVS to split off drugstore business, reversing $78 billion Aetna merger; shares fall 10%
The breakup dismantles the vertically integrated healthcare conglomerate CVS built after its 2018 Aetna acquisition.
CNBC · +13 outlets
Stocks surge after Democrats sweep midterms; Dow jumps more than 1,000 points
Wall Street cheered divided government as analysts said gridlock reduces policy risk, even as Bloomberg noted such post-midterm gains have historically been wea
Ft · +14 outlets
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
The hike ends a multi-year pause; traders had been weighing the midterm results against rate expectations.
CBS News · +13 outlets
Canva lays off more than 1,200 staff, 22% of workforce, in major reorganization
CEO Melanie Perkins called it the hardest moment in the design software company's 13-year history.
Business Insider · +14 outlets
Kraft Heinz to divest North American coffee business in $650 million deal with One Rock
CEO Steve Cahillane is shedding the unit as he works to revive the packaged food giant.
CNBC · +14 outlets
Disney plans several thousand layoffs, asks managers to cut costs by up to 20%
The cuts are the entertainment giant's latest round as it pushes cost reduction across divisions.
CNBC · +14 outlets
Science18 stories ›
NASA's Swift Observatory reenters Earth's atmosphere after 22 years, no confirmed damage
The 22-year-old gamma-ray burst hunter made an uncontrolled reentry after a rescue or boost mission proved infeasible, with NASA monitoring debris and space age
Reuters · +13 outlets
NASA asks industry for ideas to save Hubble from atmospheric drag and uncontrolled reentry
Hubble remains scientifically productive but is slowly losing altitude, prompting NASA to solicit commercial proposals to extend its mission beyond its projecte
Space · +14 outlets
LHC data gives first glimpse of the zeptoverse via long-sought beauty particle decay
Evidence of a rare particle process at the Large Hadron Collider opens a probe of the smallest distance scales yet studied in physics.
Newscientist · +3 outlets
SLAC and ScienceDaily report confirmation of altermagnetism, a third type of magnetism
X-ray measurements confirm a magnetic signature distinct from ferromagnets and antiferromagnets, and a mechanical squeeze is shown to tune altermagnet propertie
Sciencedaily · +1 outlets
Antarctic permafrost CO2 emissions grew fivefold in five years at one site
Measurements from ice-free ground suggest a significant and previously unaccounted source of carbon emissions from Antarctica.
Newscientist · +1 outlets
Study: all five DNA and RNA nucleobases found in samples from asteroid Ryugu
The detection of all five genetic letters in pristine asteroid material strengthens evidence that life's building blocks formed in space.
Sciencedaily · +14 outlets
Biotech18 stories ›
FDA grants priority review to uniQure's Huntington's gene therapy, with May 2027 decision date
A decision on the one-time therapy would be the first FDA verdict on a gene therapy for Huntington's disease, though the agency appears likely to convene an adv
Biopharmadive · +14 outlets
CVS Health to split into two companies, separating Aetna and Caremark from retail pharmacies
The breakup reverses years of vertical integration and comes amid federal and state scrutiny of combining insurance, pharmacy benefit management and retail oper
Biopharmadive · +14 outlets
Midterms give Democrats control of Congress, sweeping power over health care policy
Democratic majorities now have leverage to push back on the Trump administration's health agenda and shape pending legislation.
STAT · +14 outlets
Wyden and Sanders, both Medicare for All backers, to lead key Senate committees
Their committee gavels could revive debate over government-run insurance and reshape drug pricing oversight.
STAT · +3 outlets
Madrigal's former clinical development head files whistleblower suit alleging Rezdiffra safety cover-up
The lawsuit raises questions about safety disclosure at a company whose liver disease drug is a rare commercial success.
STAT · +3 outlets
BioNTech beats Q3 estimates, keeps focus on mRNA cancer therapies despite trial misses
The company's earnings results and pipeline commentary come as personalized mRNA cancer vaccines draw growing attention from investors and researchers.
GenomeWeb · +3 outlets
Climate18 stories ›
Democrats sweep US midterms, winning both chambers of Congress and key state races
A Democratic wave puts Congress and multiple statehouses under Democratic control, opening a window for climate and energy policy changes after Tuesday's vote.
Insideclimatenews · +13 outlets
Carbon Brief: 2026 likely to tie 2024 as warmest year on record
With three-quarters of the year past, the analysis finds it virtually certain 2026 will rank as the warmest or second-warmest year.
Carbonbrief · +4 outlets
Brazil releases COP30 roadmaps on deforestation and fossil fuel transition
The Brazilian COP30 presidency published long-awaited global roadmaps on ending deforestation and transitioning away from fossil fuels.
Carbonbrief · +7 outlets
Democrats win control of Georgia Public Service Commission for first time in 30 years
The shift breaks Republican control of the state energy regulator amid voter frustration over rising electricity bills.
Insideclimatenews · +14 outlets
Democrats' historic Texas sweep opens potential for environmental reform
A Democratic sweep in the oil and gas state could enable new safeguards, with implications for data centers and industry.
Insideclimatenews · +9 outlets
Trump order banning foreign grid components sparks industry concern over cost and practicality
Stakeholders back the grid security intent but say geography-based restrictions threaten investment and miss the point.
Utilitydive · +5 outlets
Games18 stories ›
Xbox's Arkane Studios attracts multiple buyout bids, with Ubisoft among the suitors
Arkane, which Xbox divested earlier this year, could keep Marvel's Blade alive if a buyer such as Ubisoft completes a deal.
Eurogamer · +15 outlets
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake tops Metacritic's 2026 rankings with a 96 ahead of Switch 2 launch
Reviewers hail Nintendo's Switch 2 remake as a masterpiece, making it the highest-rated game of the year so far.
Nintendolife · +14 outlets
Bethesda confirms The Elder Scrolls 6 is titled Sentinel, set in Hammerfell, with no release date
The subtitle reveal, arriving eight years after the game's initial teaser, confirms the long-awaited sequel's setting.
The Escapist · +14 outlets
The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel is reportedly still more than two years away from release
Bethesda has said it will be some time before more is shared, tempering expectations set by the new teaser.
Nintendolife · +14 outlets
Nintendo cartridge maker Macronix exits ROM manufacturing, threatening physical Switch games
The chipmaker's exit could raise costs for physical Switch and Switch 2 cartridges and accelerate the shift to digital.
Eurogamer · +7 outlets
Nexus Mods makes AI disclosure mandatory but declines to ban AI mods outright
The largest PC mod host will require labeling and offer filters, saying an outright ban would not eliminate AI from modding.
Eurogamer · +12 outlets
Sports18 stories ›
Ravens finalizing trade with Cardinals for QB Jacoby Brissett amid injury crisis
Baltimore turned to Brissett after injuries to Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley and Joe Fagnano depleted its quarterback depth chart.
CBS Sports · +13 outlets
LIV Golf set to wind down as BC Partners pulls $300M financing deal
The withdrawal of the backer leaves the Saudi-backed league facing possible asset liquidation ahead of a Thursday bankruptcy hearing.
ESPN · +10 outlets
Eagles to start Joe Milton at quarterback vs. Giants, benching Tanner McKee
Milton becomes Philadelphia's third starting quarterback of the season as the 2-6 Eagles try to end a six-game losing streak against the NFC East-leading Giants
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
Seahawks rule out Sam Darnold (quad); Drew Lock in line to start vs. Cardinals
Darnold is week-to-week after suffering the injury late in Monday night's loss to the Bears.
ESPN · +10 outlets
Como beat Lens 9-1 for biggest away win in Champions League history
Cesc Fabregas' side moved up to fourth in the league phase with the record-setting result.
BBC · +14 outlets
Fenerbahce stun Liverpool in Istanbul, ending Reds' perfect Champions League start
Liverpool twice led before Fenerbahce fought back for a famous win in a result coach Andoni Iraola called out for cheap and messy goals conceded.
BBC · +8 outlets
Entertainment18 stories ›
Democrats Sweep House and Senate in Midterms; Hollywood and Media React
Democrats flipped both chambers of Congress, a result with wide implications for Hollywood tax incentives, media coverage, and music policy.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
AMC Theatres Posts All-Time Record Quarterly Revenue on Box Office Rebound
AMC reported record Q3 revenue of $1.71 billion, up 31.6%, crediting hits like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey for the recovery.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Scarlett Johansson Says The Batman Part II Role Gave Her Existential Angst
Johansson described difficulty cracking her undisclosed character in Matt Reeves' DC sequel, her first jump from Marvel to DC.
Deadline · +8 outlets
Dafne Keen Says She Was Offered Cocaine at 11 in Hollywood; Praises Hugh Jackman
The Logan star, now 21, said Jackman protected her hours and shielded her from on-set tensions during production.
Variety · +4 outlets
The Pitt Lawsuit With Michael Crichton Estate Heads to Trial After WB Appeal Rebuffed
The Noah Wyle drama, in production on season three, will face court next year over the Crichton estate dispute.
Deadline · +8 outlets
Timothee Chalamet and Dune 3 Cast Tease Departures From the Books
Cast members said the Villeneuve trilogy closer, drawing on Dune Messiah, takes major departures but praised the ending.
Variety · +7 outlets
Luxe18 stories ›
Booking.com takes $1 billion hit over possible FTC settlement, flags mixed travel market
The charge reflects mounting regulatory scrutiny of the online travel giant's practices amid uneven global travel demand.
Skift · +1 outlets
Gencom acquires Rosewood London in a deal reportedly worth about $400 million
The Miami-based real estate firm's purchase of the landmark London hotel marks its first luxury hotel acquisition in Europe.
Boutique Hotelier USA · +2 outlets
FTC scrutinizes how airlines set fares, including AI-based pricing
The inquiry follows Delta's disclosure of AI fare pricing and a lawsuit alleging JetBlue uses personal data to set airfares.
Skift · +10 outlets
Expedia expects attractive ad deals from Meta's Muse and Google's AI Overviews
CEO Ariane Gorin sees AI-driven commerce platforms as the next major advertising channel for the travel giant.
Skift
Booking.com bets it can close the trips that ChatGPT and Gemini start
The company argues trust and payments, not AI discovery, will decide who ultimately captures the booking.
Skift · +14 outlets
Wyndham to fold more than 40 HotelREZ luxury hotels into its Registry brand
The strategic partnership expands Wyndham's global luxury portfolio through HotelREZ's independent hotel network.
Yahoo Finance · +4 outlets