Google Slashes Play Store Fees, Settles Epic Antitrust Case
Technology Sarah Chen

Google Slashes Play Store Fees, Settles Epic Antitrust Case

Alphabet's Class C stock declined after Google unveiled significant reductions to its Play Store commission structure and expanded billing flexibility for developers, stemming from an updated legal settlement with Epic Games.

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Netflix Doubles Down on 'One Piece' as Subscriber Growth Strategy Faces Test
Technology Sarah Chen

Netflix Doubles Down on 'One Piece' as Subscriber Growth Strategy Faces Test

Netflix launches the second season of its live-action 'One Piece' series, a key part of its international franchise strategy, as J.P. Morgan upgrades the stock on strong content and advertising potential.

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AMD Partners with University of Toronto on Major AI Research Initiative
Technology Sarah Chen

AMD Partners with University of Toronto on Major AI Research Initiative

Advanced Micro Devices has established a collaborative artificial intelligence research laboratory with the University of Toronto, committing to support 100 projects over a three-year period while donating advanced computing hardware.

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Oil Volatility Tests AI Memory Stocks as Sandisk Swings on Gulf Tensions
Markets Daniel Marsh

Oil Volatility Tests AI Memory Stocks as Sandisk Swings on Gulf Tensions

Sandisk shares fell 0.6% in early Thursday trading following sharp intraweek swings, as escalating U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran disrupts oil shipping and revives inflation fears that could pressure tech budgets.

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Micron Launches High-Density AI Server Memory, Nvidia Backs Efficiency Push
Technology Sarah Chen

Micron Launches High-Density AI Server Memory, Nvidia Backs Efficiency Push

Micron Technology has started shipping samples of its new 256GB SOCAMM2 low-power server memory module, designed specifically for AI data center workloads. The module scales to 2TB per CPU and consumes significantly less power than standard DDR5.

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Nvidia Reallocates TSMC Capacity from China-Bound H200 to Vera Rubin AI Platform
Technology Sarah Chen

Nvidia Reallocates TSMC Capacity from China-Bound H200 to Vera Rubin AI Platform

Nvidia has reportedly stopped manufacturing its H200 AI chips for the Chinese market, reallocating Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. capacity to its next-generation Vera Rubin platform. The company holds U.S. licenses for limited H200 shipments to China, but no sales have occurred.

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AWS Launches AI Platform to Automate Healthcare Administrative Tasks
Technology Sarah Chen

AWS Launches AI Platform to Automate Healthcare Administrative Tasks

Amazon's cloud division has unveiled Amazon Connect Health, an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing administrative burdens in healthcare by automating tasks like patient verification and clinical documentation. Early adopters report efficiency gains, with Amazon shares rising slightly on the news.

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Hut 8 Soars on Bitcoin Rally and AI Data Center Expansion
Crypto Sarah Chen

Hut 8 Soars on Bitcoin Rally and AI Data Center Expansion

Hut 8 shares climbed nearly 14% Wednesday, buoyed by bitcoin's surge to $74,000 and an analyst price target increase. The company is advancing AI data center projects and deploying new mining rigs.

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Tesla's UK Market Share Dips as BYD Gains Ground Amid European Headwinds
Markets Daniel Marsh

Tesla's UK Market Share Dips as BYD Gains Ground Amid European Headwinds

Tesla's UK registrations dropped sharply in February while Chinese rival BYD posted strong gains, as new EU filings and German labor developments signal broader challenges.

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AMD Partners with University of Toronto to Launch AI Research Hub Amid Intensifying Chip Competition
Technology Sarah Chen

AMD Partners with University of Toronto to Launch AI Research Hub Amid Intensifying Chip Competition

Advanced Micro Devices has launched a new artificial intelligence research laboratory in partnership with the University of Toronto, aiming to support 100 projects over three years. AMD shares surged approximately 6% in premarket trading following the announcement.

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Qatar LNG Halt Strains Global Supply, Spotlight on Venture Global Flexibility
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Qatar LNG Halt Strains Global Supply, Spotlight on Venture Global Flexibility

A Qatar LNG production halt is tightening global supply, with Venture Global's flexible spot cargoes drawing attention. Limited spare capacity elsewhere is driving sharp price increases.

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California Antitrust Review Clouds Paramount's $110B Warner Bros. Discovery Acquisition
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California Antitrust Review Clouds Paramount's $110B Warner Bros. Discovery Acquisition

California's attorney general has opened an antitrust investigation into Paramount's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, casting doubt on the merger's timeline and approval.

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