Arm Holdings, a subsidiary of SoftBank Group, is set to make a groundbreaking move in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) chips. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Arm plans to establish an AI chip division and launch its first products by 2025. Development and Timeline The UK-based company aims to have a prototype
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Jane Schoenbrun’s film, I Saw Then TV Glow, has seen a significant increase in box office earnings in its second week, with an estimated $195k+ on 21 screens. This expansion marks a successful rollout, driven by a passionate fan base particularly among young, male, and LGBTQ+ audiences. The gender-bending supernatural thriller is set to continue
SoftBank Group, a Japanese technology investor, is facing challenges as it is expected to report a net loss of 72 billion yen ($462.70 million) for the January-March quarter. This is a significant shift from the 985 billion yen net profit recorded in the previous three months. Despite the success of its core asset, Arm Holdings,
McDonald’s is reportedly in the process of rolling out a value meal option in U.S. locations as a response to the increasingly challenging environment for consumers. With mentions of low-income consumers on the rise during company earnings calls, it is evident that people are starting to cut back on their spending habits, particularly in the
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) recently issued a profit warning after its first-quarter earnings fell short of expectations. The company cited intense competition in the chip industry as a primary reason for the decline in profits. According to SMIC, the pricing for commodity products is heavily influenced by market trends, making it challenging for the
Singapore’s Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC) has recently reported a 5% increase in first-quarter profit, exceeding market expectations. In a bold move, the bank has also made a S$1.4 billion ($1.04 billion) offer to acquire its insurer arm Great Eastern, showcasing its commitment to strategic investments and portfolio enhancement. The offer, which includes a 37% premium
Reports are indicating that 20th Century Studios’ latest installment, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, has kicked off its theatrical run with a bang. Previews for the film have raked in an impressive $6.5M, a figure that includes Thursday night earnings starting from 3 PM, as well as an additional $1.6M from special fan
Activist group Politan Capital has made it clear that they are not backing down in the battle for board seats at Masimo. In response to the company’s settlement offer to add one of Politan’s nominees, William Jellison, to the board, Politan’s Quentin Koffey has demanded that not only Jellison be added, but also another nominee,
AMC Entertainment is currently grappling with a significant financial challenge in the form of a $4.5 billion debt, with a large portion of it maturing in 2026. The company’s CEO, Adam Aron, recently addressed this issue during a post-earning conference call, revealing that AMC has been engaged in discussions with lenders for almost a year
Uber Technologies saw a significant drop of over 8% in response to mixed first-quarter results. While the company’s overall revenue surpassed expectations, reaching $10.13 billion, the loss of 32 cents per share was disappointing compared to the forecasted earnings of 23 cents per share. Reddit Shares of Reddit rose by approximately 3% following a report
Oddity Tech, a newly public Israeli cosmetics platform, has defied expectations by exceeding first-quarter results. Using artificial intelligence to develop innovative beauty products, Oddity reported earnings per share of 61 cents compared to the expected 49 cents. Additionally, revenue reached $211.63 million, surpassing the projected $205 million. This remarkable performance showcases the company’s potential in
Stanley Druckenmiller, a renowned billionaire investor, made headlines recently when he disclosed that he had reduced his stake in chipmaker Nvidia due to concerns about the artificial intelligence market becoming overheated. This move has sparked debate about the future of AI investments and the long-term viability of the sector. Druckenmiller’s Investment Philosophy Druckenmiller’s decision to
The Asian stock markets experienced a surge on Tuesday, fueled by the optimism surrounding a potential decline in U.S. interest rates. The indexes in Japan and South Korea outperformed their peers, setting the tone for a positive trading day. Investors were eagerly awaiting the Reserve Bank of Australia meeting to gauge the central bank’s stance
Palantir, the defense tech firm that specializes in big-data and artificial intelligence software, experienced a sharp decline in its shares following a report of weaker-than-expected guidance. The company’s earnings per share of 8 cents adjusted fell short of the 8 cents expected, while revenues of $634 million were slightly below the $625 million anticipated by