US large-cap stocks continue their winning streak, but investors are wondering if it will last. Renowned strategist John Davi of Astoria Portfolio Advisors shares his top exchange-traded fund (ETF) picks for 2025, aiming to capitalize on the next wave of market growth. Davi believes these funds can help investors stay ahead of the curve and … Read more
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has challenged Microsoft chief Satya Nadella to an “anytime, anywhere” AI duel between their companies’ models. The challenge was made at the New York Times’ DealBook Summit, where Pichai discussed the rapid progress of AI technology and the upcoming changes in search engines for 2025. Source: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/sundar-pichai-vs-satya-nadella-google-ceo-dares-microsoft-boss-for-ai-face-off-any-day-any-time-gemini-copilot-11733483771682.html
Disney’s animated sequel “Moana 2” has reached $600 million in global ticket sales after just two weeks, becoming the sixth-biggest movie of the year. The film generated $300 million overseas and $300 million domestically, surpassing its predecessor’s lifetime gross of $643 million worldwide. The movie added significant funds from international markets, including France, which took … Read more
Action star Prabhas’ film series ‘Pushpa’ has seen a decline in box office success, with the second installment facing financial struggles. The movie grossed $9.3 million worldwide but failed to sustain its sandalwood smuggling business due to strong opposition from law enforcement agencies. Despite this, the film saw a wide release across 1,245 theaters, showcasing … Read more
Apple’s highly anticipated iOS 18.2 update is set to launch this week, bringing a fresh wave of artificial intelligence (AI) features that promise to enhance the user experience. The new update includes tools such as Genmojis, Image Playground, and improved Siri functionality, all designed to make interactions with Apple devices more intuitive and engaging. iPhone … Read more
Ukraine has confirmed its total casualty figures for the nearly three-year conflict with Russia, revealing that 43,000 soldiers have been killed in action and a staggering 370,000 more were wounded since February 2022. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared this information on Sunday through a Telegram post. The announcement came after US President-elect Donald Trump stated … Read more
Avian influenza H5N1 has resurfaced in susceptible wild birds in California, with preliminary detections made in late October and November from several counties. The last confirmed detection was in July 2024. California’s location on the Pacific Flyway makes it a critical hub for migratory bird species, increasing the risk of disease transmission. Wild birds, particularly … Read more
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty has spoken out against what he calls “frankly offensive” media coverage of the murder of his company’s head insurance executive, Brian Thompson. The assassination, which was caught on camera, sparked widespread media attention and a polarizing social media response. In a video message to employees that was leaked to journalist … Read more
Ripple’s XRP has garnered billions of views under the #XRP hashtag in November and December, with some influencers predicting a price reach of $10,000 due to retail investors’ fear of missing out (FOMO) and FUD triggers. The coin briefly claimed third place among cryptocurrencies after a 400% price rally over the past month. Whale holders … Read more
Stellantis shares have steadied despite the sudden departure of legendary CEO Carlos Tavares, who was a key figure behind the company’s massive merger with Groupe PSA in 2021. Tavares’ exit has raised questions about the company’s strategy and direction, particularly after his vigorous opposition to European Union CO2 rules. The Stellantis board announced that it … Read more