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DUBAI, Dec 17 (Reuters) - Qatar is banking on its abundant, low-cost energy to make up for lost time in the Gulf's artificial intelligence race, hoping that cheap power and deep pockets will help it catch up with regional rivals that have already secured a head start. The launch of Qai, backed by the country's $526 billion sovereign wealth fund and a $20 billion joint venture with Brookfield, marks Qatar's most ambitious move yet into a sector that is reshaping global technology and economics
The discussions could deepen ties between the companies as OpenAI explores future funding options.
Alphabet's strong 2025 won't hinder it in 2026.
First Solar, Arista Networks, Microsoft and Meta have been highlighted in this Investment Ideas article.
Markets now see a 98.8% chance of a rate cut at the Bank's meeting tomorrow, from 4% to 3.75%.
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway bought stock in Google-parent Alphabet during the third quarter.
Fresh look at Apple after a steady run Apple (AAPL) has quietly added around 15% over the past 3 months and is up about 13% this year, reflecting a steady climb that invites a closer look at what might be priced in now. See our latest analysis for Apple. With the share price now at $274.61 and a strong 90 day share price return helping to drive a robust five year total shareholder return, the message from the market is that momentum is still building rather than fading. If Apple’s steady...
A fifth of second-time homeowners have had financial help from family or friends to buy their property, receiving an average £81,451, according to Barclays.
Deepwater Asset Management's Gene Munster is back with a 10th year of market predictions, sharing 11 things he thinks could come true in 2026, including a prediction on how several Magnificent Seven stocks will perform. Gene Munster's 2026 ...
Google, Microsoft, and Apple claimed the top three slots. The US has the most representation, while China surpasses Japan and firmly holds the third position again. NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 16, 2025 / The 22nd edition of ...
Layoffs have hit companies from American Airlines to Meta to Intel this year amid a backdrop of cost-cutting and technological change.
Apple is in early discussions with Indian chipmakers to assemble and package components for the iPhone, the Economic Times reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. It is the first time Apple has considered assembling and packaging some chips in India, the ET report said, adding that it is unclear which chips will be packaged at the Sanand facility, though they are likely display chips. Apple held talks with Murugappa Group-owned CG Semi, which is building an outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, the report said.
Legendary short-seller Jim Chanos is sounding the alarm on the AI infrastructure boom, warning that a critical accounting oversight regarding Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) chips creates a “massive financial risk” for the sector's aggressive ...
Renowned TV host Jim Cramer issued a “Sell” rating on a prominent AI infrastructure stock that has been under pressure in recent weeks, despite several bullish catalysts and tailwinds. Cramer Says It’s ‘Time To Sell’ The stock in question is ...
Apple's latest narrative update comes with a slightly higher fair value estimate of about $287 and a marginally lower discount rate of roughly 8.27%, reflecting improved confidence in its long term growth and risk profile. Behind these tweaks, analysts are weighing healthier multiyear revenue prospects of around 7.23% against concerns that optimism around upcoming iPhone cycles and AI features may already be priced in. Read on to see how you can track these evolving targets and stay ahead of...
Tech stocks were mixed late Tuesday afternoon, with the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR E
The Nasdaq Composite rallied late on Tuesday to snap its losing streak at three days. The Nasdaq's turnaround was propelled by late gains among large tech stocks including Tesla, Meta Platforms, Nvidia, and Microsoft. Stocks and bonds traded sideways for much of the day after the November nonfarm payrolls report included stronger-than-expected jobs growth and an unexpected uptick in unemployment.
The White House has launched the U.S. Tech Force to recruit around 1,000 engineers to build next-gen government technology. The Tech Force will address a range of administrative challenges at different government organs, and private sector giants, including popular crypto companies like ...
“If the EU and EU Member States insist on continuing to restrict, limit, and deter the competitiveness of U.S. service providers through discriminatory means, the United States will have no choice but to begin using every tool at its disposal to counter these unreasonable measures,” the Office of the US Trade Representative said in a social media post on Tuesday. The USTR named several other European companies, including DHL Group, SAP SE, Amadeus IT Group SA, Capgemini SE, Publicis Groupe and Mistral AI, which it said have enjoyed unfettered access to the US market for years.
For the third year in a row, Keesler Federal Credit Union once again is being recognized by Newsweek as one of the nation's best regional credit unions.
Five Tesla Board Members Pocket Majority of $3 Billion Awards
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Sales push slowed by limited enterprise track record and competition from larger AI rivals
Tech stocks were mixed Tuesday afternoon, with the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (X