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Exclusive-Databricks nears record $9.5 billion VC raise, eyes extra $4.5 billion debt
Exclusive-Databricks nears record $9.5 billion VC raise, eyes extra $4.5 billion debt
Dec 13, 2024
(Reuters) - Software firm Databricks is nearing a deal that could become one of the largest venture capital funding rounds in history, as investors have shown a strong appetite to own a piece of the fast-growing data analytics firm, three sources said on Friday.  The round, almost twice oversubscribed, could top $9.5 billion when it is finalized next week, exceeding...
Exclusive-Major cloud providers could get key role in AI chip access outside the US - sources
Exclusive-Major cloud providers could get key role in AI chip access outside the US - sources
Dec 13, 2024
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - In its latest jab at Beijing, the U.S. will empower companies like Google and Microsoft ( MSFT ) to act as gatekeepers worldwide for highly sought-after access to AI chips, two people familiar with the draft plan said. Under the regime, to be released as soon as this month, these companies would have to comply with strict...
Chinese smartphone shipments expected to rise 1.6% in 2025, says IDC
Chinese smartphone shipments expected to rise 1.6% in 2025, says IDC
Dec 16, 2024
BEIJING, Dec 16 (Reuters) - China's smartphone shipments are expected to reach 289 million units in 2025, up 1.6% from this year, research company IDC said in a note on Monday. ...
Exclusive-Major cloud providers could get key role in AI chip access outside the US - sources
Exclusive-Major cloud providers could get key role in AI chip access outside the US - sources
Dec 13, 2024
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - In its latest jab at Beijing, the U.S. will empower companies like Google and Microsoft ( MSFT ) to act as gatekeepers worldwide for highly sought-after access to AI chips, two people familiar with the draft plan said. Under the regime, to be released as soon as this month, these companies would have to comply with strict...
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What is the debate over Biodiversity Bill, likely to be tabled in monsoon session of Parliament
What is the debate over Biodiversity Bill, likely to be tabled in monsoon session of Parliament
Jul 12, 2023
The new bill exempts registered AYUSH practitioners and people accessing codified traditional knowledge, from sharing benefits with local communities or giving prior intimation to state biodiversity boards before accessing biological resources.
ED attaches over Rs 10-crore assets in resort scam involving ex-Maha minister Anil Parab
ED attaches over Rs 10-crore assets in resort scam involving ex-Maha minister Anil Parab
Jan 4, 2023
The probe pertains to Dapoli resort, which is allegedly illegal. The former minister and Shiv Sena (Uddhav) leader, Anil Parab, allegedly wangled a permit to use land meant for agricultural use. The ED had started the investigation under the the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after a complaint from the Environment Ministry.
Rajasthan: Gehlot government begins Rs 2,500 cr dam project for Sabarmati, Sei rivers ahead of polls
Rajasthan: Gehlot government begins Rs 2,500 cr dam project for Sabarmati, Sei rivers ahead of polls
Mar 1, 2023
On Tuesday, the Gehlot government invited bids for both projects to build the dams within the next four years. The chief minister had announced both projects in last year’s budget.
Brahmapuram waste plant fire: Kerala Assembly witnesses uproarious scenes, LoP says CM running away from issue
Brahmapuram waste plant fire: Kerala Assembly witnesses uproarious scenes, LoP says CM running away from issue
Mar 13, 2023
A fire that broke out at the waste treatment plant in Kochi on March 2, 2023, continues to spread toxic fumes even after 11 days of the incident. The Kerala government has said that 95 percent of the fire has been extinguished, but the smoke from the landfill has not entirely subsided. 
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US allows oil service firms to maintain assets in Venezuela through mid-Nov
US allows oil service firms to maintain assets in Venezuela through mid-Nov
May 10, 2024
WASHINGTON, May 10 (Reuters) - The U.S. on Friday extended a license allowing certain transactions with Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA so American energy service companies can maintain assets after Washington last month re-imposed wide sanctions on the OPEC member. The companies, however, remain prohibited from drilling, lifting, processing, purchasing, transporting or shipping any Venezuela-origin oil. The license is being...
RBC Cuts Telus International Target to US$10, Maintains Outperform
RBC Cuts Telus International Target to US$10, Maintains Outperform
May 10, 2024
11:36 AM EDT, 05/10/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Telus International reported Q1 2024 revenue that missed RBC and Street estimates. While management had telegraphed that it would no longer add back stock-based compensation or changes in combination-related provisions when calculating adj. EBITDA and adj. EPS (making the reported numbers closer to IFRS), the change in definition and lumpiness in business-combination provisions...
Exclusive-Biden to put tariffs on China medical supplies - sources
Exclusive-Biden to put tariffs on China medical supplies - sources
May 10, 2024
(Reuters) - The Biden administration is expected to issue new tariffs on Chinese-made medical devices like syringes and personal protective equipment when it unveils its new trade strategy next week, according to two sources familiar with the decision. The expected moves are part of the administration's broader strategy to protect the U.S. against supply shortages seen during the COVID pandemic...
--Empire State Realty Trust Keeps Quarterly Dividend at $0.035 a Share, Payable June 28 to Stockholders of Record June 14
--Empire State Realty Trust Keeps Quarterly Dividend at $0.035 a Share, Payable June 28 to Stockholders of Record June 14
May 10, 2024
11:48 AM EDT, 05/10/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Price: 9.50, Change: -0.07, Percent Change: -0.68 ...
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Ondo Finance Debuts a Tokenized US Treasury Fund (USDY) on the SEI Blockchain
Ondo Finance Debuts a Tokenized US Treasury Fund (USDY) on the SEI Blockchain
Jul 18, 2025
Ondo Finance, a designer of institutional-grade platforms, assets, and infrastructure, has introduced a novel approach to moving traditional assets onto the blockchain. Built on Seis infrastructure for digital asset exchanges, this marks a further collaboration between industry peers, bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3. An Industry First The decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Ondo announced yesterday on X the pioneering project...
Did Jim Cramer Just Pump Crypto Stocks With New Meme Acronym?
Did Jim Cramer Just Pump Crypto Stocks With New Meme Acronym?
Jul 18, 2025
On Monday, Cramer posted an idea for a new acronym that encapsulates two crypto stocks and one with strong ties to the blockchain industry and cryptocurrency markets. New meme acronym: PARC Palantir, Applovin, Robinhood and Coinbase (PARC)v Coinbase, Applovin, Robinhood, Palantir (CARP) which should it be?? @SquawkStreet . Cramer was the one who coined the FAANG acronym back during the...
Trump’s Crypto Venture Now Holds $251M in ETH: $26M Profit and Counting
Trump’s Crypto Venture Now Holds $251M in ETH: $26M Profit and Counting
Jul 18, 2025
The Trump family’s flagship crypto business, World Liberty Financial (WLF), has ramped up its Ethereum (ETH) accumulation, spending $3 million in USDC on July 18 to acquire an additional 861 ETH. According to Lookonchain, this latest buy brings WLF’s total ETH holdings to 70,143, worth an estimated $251 million, with over $23 million in unrealized profits. WLFs Strategic Accumulation The...
Ethereum Whales Are Back as Coinbase Premium Surge Signals Growing Market Tension
Ethereum Whales Are Back as Coinbase Premium Surge Signals Growing Market Tension
Jul 18, 2025
The Coinbase Premium index for Ethereum has climbed to levels not seen in a long time. This comes as ether (ETH) recovers to multi-month highs amid the latest market rally. While the surging Coinbase Premium indicates growing demand in the United States, it raises concerns about an overheating market. If this is indeed the case, there may be reason to...
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