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Goldman Offers Hedge Funds Swap to Short Software Loans as AI Risks Mount
Goldman Sachs is marketing a total return swap allowing hedge funds to bet against corporate loans in the software sector, fueled by concerns that artificial intelligence could disrupt credit markets. No trades have been executed yet.
Applied Materials and Micron Forge AI Memory Alliance at $5B EPIC Center
Applied Materials and Micron Technology announced a strategic collaboration to advance memory solutions for artificial intelligence systems. The partnership will leverage Applied's upcoming $5 billion EPIC research center.
AppLovin Forges Stagwell Alliance to Broaden Brand Ad Reach in Mobile Gaming
AppLovin announced a strategic partnership with marketing network Stagwell to expand agency access to its Axon advertising platform. The move comes as the company reports robust quarterly earnings but faces competitive and regulatory headwinds.
Chevron Eyes Brazil's Ipiranga Stake Amid Ultrapar Restructuring
Chevron is in discussions to acquire a minority stake in Brazilian fuel distributor Ipiranga, sources indicate. Parent company Ultrapar has engaged BTG Pactual to manage a potential sale as it shifts focus away from fuel distribution.
Lam Research and IBM Forge 5-Year Pact to Pioneer Sub-1nm Chip Technology
Lam Research and IBM have entered a five-year partnership to advance chipmaking technology beyond 2nm nodes, targeting sub-1nm processes. Lam's shares climbed $4.49 to $215.64 following the announcement.
Exxon Mobil Seeks Shareholder Nod to Reincorporate in Texas
Exxon Mobil Corporation has proposed shifting its legal headquarters from New Jersey to Texas, a move requiring shareholder approval at its upcoming annual meeting. The change would align its legal home with its operational hub but not affect physical assets or employment.
Intel Debuts Edge AI Processors Amid Turnaround Push
Intel unveiled new processors for edge AI applications in industrial and medical systems at Embedded World, with systems shipping now and a healthcare software suite set for Q2 release. The company asserts its chips outperform AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X in latency tests.
Netflix Expands Live Sports with Ngannou-Rousey MMA Event
Netflix has scheduled former UFC champion Francis Ngannou to fight Philipe Lins on May 16, joining Ronda Rousey's return. The event streams globally for subscribers without additional charges.
Indonesia's Youth Social Media Ban Puts Alphabet's YouTube Revenue at Risk
Indonesia is set to enforce a ban on users under 16 from high-risk social media platforms, including YouTube, starting March 28. The rule directly challenges a business segment that generated over $60 billion for Alphabet last year.
AMD Resolves Patent Dispute with Adeia Amid AI Market Competition
Advanced Micro Devices has settled two patent lawsuits with Adeia and entered a multi-year licensing agreement, removing legal uncertainty. The resolution comes as AMD faces intensifying pressure in the artificial intelligence processor market.
AWS Migrates Defense AI Work from Anthropic Following Pentagon Risk Designation
Amazon Web Services is moving defense-related AI workloads away from Anthropic's Claude model following a Pentagon supply-chain risk designation. The shift comes as Anthropic sues the government over the ban.