Taiwan is likely facing increased pressure from the US under new President Donald Trump’s administration due to his stance on the country’s defense spending and semiconductor dominance. President-elect Trump has called on Taiwan to invest more in its own defense capabilities, a move that could lead to a tense relationship with Beijing. The president-elect has … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average, 128 years old, has made its second major change this year, swapping out Intel for Nvidia. Sherwin-Williams is replacing chemical giant Dow. The changes reflect a broader shift towards industry leadership and effective capital allocation. Historically, “blue chip” stocks referred to the highest denomination in poker, symbolizing stability and reliability. … Read more
The Matrix Resurrections, a sci-fi sequel currently available on Netflix, will be leaving the platform on December 1. This limited time notice means fans have only until then to relive Neo’s story and the stunning visuals of this latest addition to the franchise. Directed by Lana Wachowski, the film reprises Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss … Read more
Scientists have achieved a major breakthrough in the pursuit of limitless clean energy by setting a record for the largest amount of plasma contained in one apparatus. The joint Japanese-European project, JT-60SA, has surpassed the previous record with a plasma volume of 160 cubic meters, exceeding expectations. The experimental tokamak uses magnetic fields to control … Read more
Veteran actor Tony Todd, known for his chilling role as the hook-handed killer in the horror classic “Candyman,” has passed away at the age of 69. His death was confirmed by his longtime manager, Jeffrey Goldberg. Todd’s film career spanned over three decades and included notable roles in award-winning movies such as Oliver Stone’s “Platoon” … Read more
AppLovin has taken over as the top-performing artificial intelligence (AI) stock in 2024, thanks to a significant surge in its share price following the release of its third-quarter results. The company’s Axon 2 AI-based advertising technology has driven explosive growth, with software platform revenue soaring 66% to $835 million. AppLovin owns a portfolio of gaming … Read more
Nvidia Corp. has become the latest addition to the 128-year-old Dow Jones Industrial Average, but its stock will rank below average within the index. The semiconductor giant is currently the most valuable company on Wall Street, with a significant influence on S&P 500 indexes. Despite its market dominance, Nvidia’s entry into the Dow reflects a … Read more
Bitcoin’s price has surged past $79,000 for the first time since 2016. Despite reaching new highs, experts caution against making impulsive decisions. Analysts Tuur Demeester and James Check warn that the price is still close to its 200-day moving average, indicating a potential correction. However, many believe this is just the beginning of a significant … Read more
A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has found a potential link between dietary spermidine intake and a reduced risk of depression in adults. Researchers analyzed data from over 19,000 participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and discovered that higher levels of spermidine-rich foods were associated with lower … Read more
Steve Madden, a US-based shoe brand, plans to reduce its imports from China by as much as 45% over the next year in anticipation of steep tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump’s policies. In an earnings call, CEO Edward Rosenfeld stated that the company has been diversifying its sourcing beyond China due to labor shortages and … Read more