Maeve Turner
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens with new safety and study features
OpenAI has introduced a dedicated ChatGPT experience for teenagers aged 13 to 17, combining automated safety filters, parental controls, and a specialized study mode.
US stocks open lower as Iran stalemate lifts oil prices and Treasury yields
Wall Street equities slipped in morning trading as a breakdown in cease-fire talks between Washington and Tehran pushed crude oil near three-week highs and Treasury yields to levels not seen since 2007.
Bond markets from US to Japan whacked as inflation and fiscal worries take hold
Long-term sovereign debt yields surged globally from the US to Japan and Europe, driven by mounting inflation pressures and ballooning government deficits.
ABC sues FCC over broadcast license challenge in First Amendment suit
Disney's ABC has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the FCC, accusing the regulatory body of orchestrating a retaliatory campaign over its editorial decisions and broadcast content.
Tata Sons AGM adjourned as quorum falls short for first time in group’s history
Tata Sons halted its annual general meeting due to a lack of quorum, marking an unprecedented halt driven by a regulatory probe into the Sir Ratan Tata Trust.
US futures dip as yields surge to 19‑month high and oil climbs
US stock futures declined on Tuesday as Treasury yields reached a 19-month high and crude oil prices climbed amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
Meta faces trial as 29 US states sue over child addiction claims
Twenty-nine state attorneys general have joined a federal jury trial in Oakland accusing Meta Platforms of deliberately building addictive features into Facebook and Instagram that harm children.
US-Iran Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher as Diesel Margins Hit Records
Escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran have sent crude oil prices climbing, while U.S. diesel profit margins surpassed $100 per barrel.
Wessex Water imposes first hosepipe ban in 50 years after drought declaration
Wessex Water has introduced its first hosepipe ban in 50 years, placing temporary restrictions on millions of residents following a formal drought declaration.
Horizon Industrial Parks IPO opens with 2% subscription, GMP ~7% premium
The Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Parks IPO opened with a muted response and a modest grey market premium, aiming to raise Rs 2,600 crore.
S&P 500 Falls as Iran Risks Outweigh Renewed Optimism Over AI Stocks
Wall Street indexes slid as rising Middle East tensions and surging oil prices overshadowed optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and chip stocks.
US 30-year Treasury yields hit highest level since 2007 on bond selloff
US 30-year Treasury yields climbed to 5.29% amid mounting national debt concerns, heavy bond supplies, and surging corporate borrowing to fund the artificial intelligence boom.
China industrial output and retail sales slump amid growing economic slowdown
China's industrial output and retail sales growth slowed in July amid extreme weather and weak domestic demand, increasing pressure on policymakers for support.
Advanced economies' bond yields surge amid Middle East tensions
Long-term government borrowing costs across major advanced economies surged to levels unseen since the 2008 financial crisis, driven by geopolitical tensions and inflation fears.
Plus500 upgraded to buy by Cavendish as shares rise 1.2%
Cavendish upgraded Plus500 to a buy rating, arguing that a recent 25% share price slide leaves the fintech group undervalued despite strong US growth.
Ferrari’s first electric car sells for £30m
Despite facing heavy criticism and mockery upon its initial unveiling, Ferrari's first all-electric car, the Luce, shattered expectations at a charity auction in California.
Donald Trump Posts AI Images with George Washington Amid USS Lincoln Crisis
Donald Trump posted AI images featuring George Washington while military families spoke out against severe psychological distress and dangerous conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
Amber to start making Oppo, OnePlus, Realme phones in March 2027 quarter
Amber Enterprises India is entering the mobile sector through a manufacturing partnership with Oppo Mobiles India to produce Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme devices.
Nvidia scales back funding guarantee
Nvidia has significantly reduced its proposed financial backing for a massive Ohio AI data centre project, cutting its initial guarantee to under $120 billion.
Harvard Discloses $2.2 Billion SpaceX Stake After Record IPO
Regulatory disclosures reveal that the Harvard Management Company holds millions of shares in SpaceX, making the aerospace firm its largest disclosed holding.