Asana (ASAN) shares jumped over 24% to $19.24 in early trading after the software maker reported its third-quarter earnings and revenue, beating analysts’ expectations. The company’s adjusted profit was 2 cents per share, compared to a 4-cent loss in the same quarter last year. Revenue rose 10% to $183.9 million, topping estimates of $180.6 million. … Read more
The US telecom industry is facing a significant challenge in securing its networks against Chinese hackers, with at least eight carriers compromised in a recent operation. The Salt Typhoon intrusions have targeted telcos in dozens of countries over the past two years. Legacy equipment and years of mergers and acquisitions are hindering the industry’s ability … Read more
DocuSign, Inc. reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results, sending its shares up 14.1% to $95.43 in pre-market trading. The company’s revenue of $754.8 million surpassed the consensus estimate of $745.26 million, and its adjusted earnings per share came in at 90 cents, beating analyst estimates of 87 cents. The strong performance was driven by DocuSign’s ability … Read more
Pikas are small, fluffy mammals native to central Siberia that have captured the hearts of scientists with their playful antics. Researchers studied a local population of Turuchan pikas on the Primorsky Mountain Ridge in the Irkutsk region and observed them engaging in various forms of play. These mountain-dwelling creatures were found to be skilled at … Read more
Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers has dismissed President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to create a national Bitcoin reserve as “crazy” and motivated by special interest donors. The proposal, which aims to hold onto approximately 1 million Bitcoins worth $19 billion, was floated during the campaign and backed by some Republicans, including Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis. … Read more
Anker is recalling nearly 80,000 Soundcore and PowerConf Bluetooth speakers in the US and Canada due to overheating lithium battery issues. The affected speakers were sold from March to October 2023 on Amazon at prices as low as $28. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has received 33 reports of incidents involving the lithium-ion batteries overheating, … Read more
Tulsi Gabbard, President-elect Trump’s pick to head the nation’s intelligence apparatus, faces a tough confirmation path due to concerns about her foreign policy dealings and trustworthiness. A number of senators view her as the most difficult to confirm among Trump’s nominees. GOP senators are skeptical about Gabbard’s views on Ukraine, echoing Russian state media praise … Read more
Super Micro Computer Inc.’s stock price rose nearly 9% in after-market hours trading following the company’s extension from Nasdaq to file its overdue annual and quarterly reports by February 25. The AI server manufacturer has been under scrutiny since August when it delayed its annual report filing, citing internal control issues. The delay came after … Read more
Apple plans to integrate custom modems into various devices, starting with iPhones and iPads, while also incorporating them into Macs and future versions of the Vision Pro, according to a report from Bloomberg. The company expects to launch its second-generation modem in 2026. Macs with cellular connectivity are expected to arrive after 2026, as Apple … Read more
Rising sea levels, melting glaciers, and ocean heatwaves dominated 2023’s climate news, with global temperatures soaring to almost 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Scientists are trying to determine the cause of this sudden surge in warming. They considered factors like greenhouse gases, volcanic eruptions, and El Niño events, but found an unexplained gap of … Read more