Microsoft’s quarterly earnings will dominate the headlines, but investors are increasingly focusing on another topic altogether—AI costs. With companies like DeepSeek showing that AI services can be built at a fraction of the previously believed cost, many now pay close attention to how Microsoft and its tech peers plan to spend on AI investments. The … Read more
The Hulu series *Paradise*, inspired by *This Is Us*, debuts with a twist that upends viewers’ expectations. Set in the aftermath of a fictional disaster, the show follows President Cal Bradford and Secret Service agent Xavier Collins as they uncover a web of conspiracies. The first episode hints at a primary mystery involving the president’s … Read more
The latest iOS update for iPhone and iPads is **iOS 18.3**, which arrived three weeks after the smaller update, iOS 18.2.1. This new release introduces a mix of features and bug fixes, making it worth considering for users who want to stay updated but are cautious about potential issues. ### Key Updates: – **New Features**: … Read more
A use-after-free flaw in Apple’s Core Media framework has enabled privilege escalation across several iOS devices. This vulnerability allows malicious applications to potentially elevate system privileges, though Apple hasn’t confirmed its real-world exploitation. The company has provided a tracker, CVE-2025-24085, pending further evaluation of the flaw’s severity. Apple issued security updates for iOS 18.3 and … Read more
Celebrate the start of 2025, also known as the Year of the Snake, with insights from Chinese New Year astrology. This year brings transformative energy and opportunities to embrace growth and prosperity. Whether you’re an Rat, Ox, Rabbit, Tiger, Dragon, Snake, Pig, Rooster, Monkey, Horse, or Goat, here’s your astrological guidance: – **Rats**: Focus on … Read more
** Microsoft’s stock has underperformed compared to its peers over the past year, with its performance lagging behind tech-heavy Nasdaq. Year-over-year, Microsoft’s Azure cloud growth remains stagnant, while Alphabet and Amazon have shown accelerated expansion. The company kicks off tech earnings season this Wednesday with reports from Microsoft, Meta, and Tesla. Investors closely monitor Azure … Read more
U.S. consumer confidence dipped again in January, hitting 104.1, according to a business research group, marking a second consecutive monthly decline. This figure is worse than the forecast of 105.8 by economists. December’s reading was revised up by 4.8 points to 109.5 but still showed a decline from November. The confidence index measures both consumers’ … Read more
Rome prosecutors are investigating Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for allegedly allowing the release of a Libyan warlord. The investigation stems from concerns about possible ties to organized crime and corruption, with authorities reviewing evidence in her office. Meloni faces serious charges, potentially putting her political career at risk. The case has drawn criticism from human … Read more
U.S. consumer confidence fell further in January as concerns about the labor market and inflation persisted. The Conference Board reported a drop to 104.1 for December, marking a second consecutive monthly decline. Economists had forecasted an increase from the previous reading of 104.7. Dana Peterson, chief economist at the Conference Board, noted that views on … Read more
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