Apple is preparing to expand its “Ultra” branding strategy beyond the Apple Watch, with plans for a foldable smartphone expected to launch as the “iPhone Ultra” and a redesigned premium laptop reportedly called the “MacBook Ultra.” The move would create a new product tier positioned above the company’s......
The United States Treasury has imposed sanctions on Hengli Petrochemical, one of China’s largest independent oil refiners, accusing the company of purchasing billions of dollars worth of Iranian crude oil. The sanctions also target dozens of shipping companies and vessels allegedly involved in transporting oil linked to Iran through......
Bitcoin fell below $77,000 after the Bank of Japan signaled a more hawkish policy direction despite keeping interest rates unchanged at 0.75 percent. The cryptocurrency dropped as low as $76,400 during early US trading, as investors reacted to growing expectations that Japanese rates could rise again in June. The Bank of Japan voted 6 to......
British carrier Ascend Airways has entered liquidation as rising fuel costs linked to the war involving Iran intensify pressure across the global aviation industry. The collapse comes only three years after the airline launched operations and reflects growing financial strain on carriers facing surging operating expenses and disrupted travel......
JPMorgan stated in a new research report that the humanoid robotics industry has entered a decisive phase, shifting from experimental validation to large scale deployment. The bank argues that the sector is moving rapidly toward industrial adoption, with investment increasingly concentrating around established platforms and specialized component......
General Motors reported a strong increase in its first-quarter performance, with core profit rising by 22% year-on-year, supported by solid demand in the US truck market and improved profit margins in North America. The Detroit-based automaker posted earnings before interest and taxes of $4.3 billion, or $3.70 per share, surpassing market......
The Supreme Court of the United States is set to hear a high-profile case involving allegations that technology company Cisco played a role in human rights abuses in China. The case, which has been ongoing for years, could have major implications for corporate accountability in international human rights law. The lawsuit was filed by members......
Time has named three Chinese companies among the world’s ten most influential artificial intelligence firms in its first TIME100 Companies: Industry Leaders ranking focused on AI. The list places ByteDance, Alibaba, and Zhipu AI alongside seven Western counterparts, signaling a shift in how China’s AI sector is viewed globally. ByteDance......
King Charles III is set to deliver a rare address before a joint session of the United States Congress, becoming only the second British monarch to do so. The speech forms the central moment of his four day state visit to the United States and takes place under heightened security following a shooting incident days earlier in Washington. The......
Chinese solar manufacturers Longi and Trina Solar have reported consecutive breakthroughs in silicon solar cell efficiency, both exceeding the 28 percent threshold in independently verified results. The rapid sequence of announcements highlights intensifying competition in the photovoltaic sector as companies push toward the practical limits......
The Bank of Japan kept its policy rate unchanged at 0.75 percent in a closely divided decision, with three policymakers voting for an increase to 1 percent. The 6 to 3 split highlights rising concern within the central bank as the war in Iran drives energy prices higher and intensifies inflationary pressures. The decision positions Japan at......
GitHub will move all Copilot subscriptions to a usage based pricing system starting June 1, replacing fixed per seat plans with a model tied to actual AI consumption. The change introduces GitHub AI Credits, where customers pay based on the number of tokens processed during interactions. Each credit is priced at $0.01, aligning costs directly......
Jacob Elordi has built a fast-rising career across film and television, positioning himself among the most in-demand actors in Hollywood. His recent and upcoming projects reflect a deliberate shift toward complex roles and high-profile productions, with major studios backing several of his releases through 2026. He takes on one of his most......
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