China has expressed its dissatisfaction with the European Union’s decision to impose provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. This comes after both parties agreed to engage in new talks aimed at resolving the issue. Chinese commerce minister Wang Wentao and Valdis Dombrovskis, executive vice president of the European Commission, have agreed to initiate discussions regarding
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In a recent report by consulting firm Interbrand, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google emerged as the four leading global brands at the end of 2023. These tech giants not only dominate the global market but also hold top positions as the most valuable companies worldwide. Surprisingly, Nvidia, a rising star in the tech industry, despite
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son recently made a bold statement during a public appearance, where he discussed the future of artificial intelligence. Son introduced the concept of artificial general intelligence (AGI), which refers to AI that is predicted to be one to 10 times smarter than humans and is expected to arrive within the next three-to-five
Apple’s ambitious plans to push artificial intelligence (AI) in China, one of its critical markets, face significant challenges due to Beijing’s strict rules around the use of this technology. The Chinese government has enacted various regulations over the past few years that focus on areas such as data protection and the use of large language
Elon Musk recently attended the Cannes Lions advertising festival in Cannes, France, where he addressed his previous comments regarding advertisers on his X social media platform. When asked by WPP CEO Mark Read about his statement telling advertisers to “go f— yourself,” Musk clarified that his intention was not to target the advertising industry as
Apple is currently facing several “very serious” issues under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), according to Margrethe Vestager, the bloc’s competition chief. The investigation was initiated in March, along with probes into Alphabet and Meta, under the newly applicable tech legislation. One of the main concerns raised about Apple is whether the company
Starboard Value, led by Jeff Smith, has recently acquired a significant stake in graphics-design firm Autodesk. The activist fund has engaged with Autodesk’s board regarding serious concerns related to the company’s handling of an internal investigation that resulted in the removal of its chief financial officer. Sources familiar with the matter have disclosed that Starboard’s
The launch of bitcoin exchange traded funds earlier this year has sparked interest among financial advisors, with BlackRock’s Samara Cohen noting a gradual adoption process. Cohen highlighted that currently, a significant portion of bitcoin ETF purchases are coming from self-directed investors who have taken the initiative to allocate funds through online brokerage accounts. Despite the
The financial technology industry has seen a recent innovation with the emergence of CleverCards, a Dublin-based startup that aims to revolutionize the way companies manage corporate expenses. With the rise of improper expense report requests, CleverCards offers a unique digital platform linked to configurable expense cards to give businesses control over how their employees utilize
Tesla CEO Elon Musk never shies away from making bold claims. During the 2024 annual shareholder meeting in Austin, Texas, Musk expressed his unwavering optimism about Tesla’s future. He introduced Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot, as a key player in the company’s quest to revolutionize the market. Musk’s vision extends beyond just a “new chapter” for