Asian markets faced pressure as growth stocks retreated while value sectors held steady. Yum China reported solid earnings with 17,514 stores operating, up 10% year-over-year. Meanwhile, Tesla’s China sales fell nearly 10% in October.
Private companies are rushing to commercialize solar geoengineering, with startups like Make Sunsets already selling “cooling credits.” Scientists argue this profit-driven approach undermines transparent research and proper governance of planet-altering technologies.
A new report reveals identity weaknesses are driving a massive surge in cloud attacks. The problem? Credentials are cheap, permissions are excessive, and vulnerabilities keep getting redeployed automatically. It’s creating a perfect storm for attackers.
Apollo’s insurance unit Athene generated $871 million in spread profits last quarter, the highest in two years. The investment group originated a staggering $75 billion in new loans, proving that volume can overcome rate pressure. Total profits hit $1.7 billion, beating expectations.
A new report reveals police forces in England and Wales spend nearly all their technology budget maintaining outdated systems. Treasury funding for new tech like AI and facial recognition has been cut, stalling modernization efforts across the board.
Microsoft confirmed a bug making Windows 10 show incorrect end-of-support warnings. The issue affects ESU and LTSC versions but doesn’t impact actual security updates. Temporary fixes are available while a permanent solution is coming.
Construction equipment giant Develon is making Leica Geosystems’ MC1 3D machine control system available as an aftermarket kit for its entire 9 Series crawler excavator lineup. The partnership enables operators to upgrade from existing 2D systems to precise 3D automation without replacing their curr
Europe is betting big on AI-driven science with the launch of RAISE, a virtual institute backed by €107 million. The initiative aims to pool computing power, data, and talent to tackle everything from cancer to climate change. But can it compete with the private sector’s AI dominance?
A new standard aims to solve the biggest weakness in 3D printed polymer parts. It focuses on repeatable testing of the bond between layers. This could lead to stronger, more reliable printed components.
A flood of retail money into private equity is creating conflicts that could disadvantage institutional investors. Evergreen funds are reshaping how capital gets deployed, with billions flowing into these new structures. The traditional private equity landscape may never be the same.
