Google and SpaceX Discuss Orbital Data Centers for AI Infrastructure Expansion
Google is reportedly in talks with SpaceX about launching orbital data centers as tech companies explore new ways to expand AI computing infrastructure.
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In brief Big Tech & Innovation
Tesla Launches Mass Production of Semi Truck After Years of Delays
Tesla began mass production of the Semi truck years behind schedule with higher pricing and updated performance specifications.
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News MarketsBerkshire Hathaway Cash Pile Hits Record $380 Billion After Continued Stock Sales
Berkshire Hathaway’s cash reserves climbed to a record $380 billion as the company extended its streak of net stock sales to 14 consecutive quarters.
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In brief Crypto
Circle Raises $222 Million for Arc Blockchain in Token Presale
Circle raised $222 million for its Arc blockchain network in a token presale backed by BlackRock and a16z.
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In brief Big Tech & Innovation
Tesla Ends Model S and Model X Production at Fremont for Optimus Expansion
Tesla halted Model S and X production at Fremont to expand manufacturing capacity for its Optimus humanoid robots.
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In brief Big Tech & Innovation
Alphabet Plans First Yen Bond Sale to Fund AI Expansion
Alphabet plans its first yen bond issuance to help finance rising AI infrastructure and cloud computing investments.
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In brief Markets
HSBC Raises S&P 500 Target on AI-Driven Earnings Growth
HSBC raised its S&P 500 target as AI-driven earnings growth continues to strengthen major technology companies.
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In brief Big Tech & Innovation
Amazon, Coinbase and Stripe Launch Payment Infrastructure for AI Agents
Amazon, Coinbase, and Stripe launched a payment infrastructure enabling AI agents to autonomously conduct stablecoin transactions and digital purchases.
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News EconomyU.S. Inflation Climbs to 3.8% as Markets Weigh Rising Rate Risks
U.S. inflation accelerated to 3.8% in April, exceeding forecasts and fueling concerns that the Federal Reserve may delay or reverse expected rate cuts.
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Story of the Day BusinesseBay Rejects GameStop’s $56 Billion Takeover Proposal as Shares Slide
eBay rejected GameStop’s unsolicited $56 billion takeover proposal, sending GameStop shares lower as investors questioned the feasibility of the deal.
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News BusinessCowboy Space Raises $275 Million to Build Rockets for Orbital AI Data Centers
Cowboy Space raised $275 million to develop rockets designed for space-based AI data centers, targeting a rapidly emerging market for orbital computing infrastructure.
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