The ongoing trial in Alexandria, Virginia has brought to light the extent of Google’s control over online advertising technology. Prosecutors have accused Google of using monopolistic tactics to stifle competition and maintain its stronghold in the market. According to the Justice Department prosecutor, Google has systematically eliminated competitors through acquisitions, locked customers into using its
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Alimentation Couche-Tard, a Canadian retailer, has expressed its willingness to engage in confidential discussions with Japanese retail giant Seven & i Holdings regarding its $38.5 billion takeover offer. This offer has sparked interest in the stock market, with Seven & i shares rising by 3% in early Tokyo trading. However, Seven & i has raised
The U.S. presidential election is a significant event that resonates throughout the global financial markets, impacting not only the United States but also emerging markets (EMs) worldwide. As the largest economy globally, the U.S. plays a pivotal role in shaping financial conditions worldwide through its economic policies, trade strategies, and geopolitical relationships. With the upcoming
Space exploration has always been fraught with challenges, from the vast distances involved to the extreme conditions of outer space. One of the lesser-known but critical issues that has plagued spacecraft and rockets is the problem of helium leaks. Recent incidents involving NASA’s Starliner and SpaceX’s Polaris missions have once again brought this issue to
The Asian market remained cautious on Friday as investors awaited the release of the U.S. jobs data, which would potentially influence the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rate cuts. The dollar struggled while Asian shares held steady, with oil prices facing their worst week in over a year. The outcome of the jobs report was
The proposed $14.9 billion takeover of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel has raised concerns about potential national security risks. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) highlighted in a letter sent to the companies that the deal could result in a reduction in domestic steel production capacity. This reduction could lead to supply
The global stock market took a hit with a heavy decline in technology names and concerns about the global growth outlook driving investors away from risky assets. Stock benchmarks in Tokyo and Taipei led the slump in Asia, each falling more than 3%, while MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down by
Russia’s trade with India has experienced a significant growth, nearly doubling to $65 billion in 2023. The increase in trade can be attributed to India becoming a major importer of Russian oil after Western sanctions were imposed over a conflict in Ukraine. This surge in trade has led to a booming bilateral relationship between the
REA Group, a property listings company primarily owned by News Corp, has expressed interest in acquiring Rightmove to create a global real estate entity. This move has caused a surge in Rightmove’s shares, propelling them to their highest level since March 2022. Rightmove, being Britain’s largest property portal, boasts a significant market value and generates
Thousands of hotel workers in the United States have begun a multi-day strike in several cities after contract negotiations with major hotel operators Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, and Hyatt Hotels stalled. The strike, organized by the Unite Here union, involves workers in 24 hotels located in popular travel destinations such as San Francisco, San Diego,
Brazil’s decision to suspend access to Elon Musk’s X social network highlights a legal controversy between the telecommunications regulator and a judge in the country. The suspension was a result of X missing a court-imposed deadline to name a legal representative in Brazil. This action reflects a clash between Musk and Supreme Court Justice Alexandre
Typhoon Shanshan wreaked havoc across Japan, inundating large parts of the country with heavy rains. The storm prompted warnings of flooding and landslides, causing significant disruptions to travel services and industrial production. The southwestern region of Kyushu, where the storm made landfall, bore the brunt of the disaster, with residents in Fukuoka city facing the
France’s President Emmanuel Macron’s upcoming visit to Belgrade aims to strengthen ties with Serbia and bring the country closer to the West. This visit comes at a crucial time for Serbia as it navigates its European Union membership bid while maintaining close relationships with Russia and China. Macron and his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vucic, are
Brazilian miner Vale recently made a strategic decision to announce Gustavo Pimenta as their new chief executive officer. This move was aimed at preempting any further market speculation regarding potential candidates for the role. Chairman Daniel Stieler emphasized the importance of finalizing the leadership succession process ahead of schedule to bring stability and clarity to