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What truly worries top Wall Street executives following the Democrats’ midterm sweep

Wall Street may not be thrilled with Tuesday night’s blue tsunami, but many top executives see a more fundamental problem that’s threatening US business: a two-party system that’s increasingly dominated...

Oracle nixes $7B chip leasing deal with China’s Tencent after Trump admin pushback: report

Oracle nixes $7B chip leasing deal with China’s Tencent after Trump admin pushback: report

The deal struck by Oracle and its billionaire chairman Larry Ellison would have provided Tencent with access to up to 100,000 AI chips located at Asia-based data centers over a...

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh set to face new headaches with Democrats in control: ‘Got no support’

Elizabeth Warren, a harsh Warsh critic, likely replaces Trump ally and Warsh supporter Tim Scott of as the Senate Banking Committee’s chair.

Voters reject data centers in nearly 50 ballot initiatives during midterms in major setback to AI bigwigs

Voters reject data centers in nearly 50 ballot initiatives during midterms in major setback to AI bigwigs

Voters overwhelmingly rejected AI data centers on election night – dealing a major setback to Elon Musk and other tech bigwigs pushing a massive buildout.

California voters approve $11.25B housing bond, saddling state with decades of new debt

California voters approve $11.25B housing bond, saddling state with decades of new debt

Written by state lawmakers, the measure aims to provide up to 40,000 multifamily rental units and assist another 40,000 households in buying a home.

Waymo co-CEO addresses scrapped Uber deal as rivalry between rideshare giants heats up: ‘It was a crapshoot’

Waymo co-CEO addresses scrapped Uber deal as rivalry between rideshare giants heats up: ‘It was a crapshoot’

Tekedra Mawakana said the plan to end an exclusive robotaxi partnership with Uber in Atlanta and Austin came after customer feedback for more consistency when ordering self-driving rides.

HP taps Emma Walmsley, ex-GSK chief and Microsoft board member, as CEO

HP taps Emma Walmsley, ex-GSK chief and Microsoft board member, as CEO

HP, like peers Dell Technologies, Apple and Lenovo, is caught in a global memory chip squeeze.

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Britain’s government tasks regulators to scrutinize proposed tie-up between Sky and ITV

British Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy asked regulators Wednesday to scrutinize the proposed $2.3 billion takeover of ITV’s media and entertainment arm by Sky, the U.K.-based TV, internet and mobile phone...

One of NYC’s final Gilded Age buildings sells for $42M — but is set for heartbreaking demolition

One of NYC’s final Gilded Age buildings sells for $42M — but is set for heartbreaking demolition

The 1891 Schieffelin-Bowne House marks a key milestone in Sedesco’s yearslong Midtown assemblage, with plans for a 1,100-foot luxury tower taking shape.

These stocks soared the most today after the Democrats trounced Trump

These stocks soared the most today after the Democrats trounced Trump

Chemical company Mosaic’s stock is the strongest performer among the S&P 500, while several tech players and associated power providers show sharp declines

Paris Riots Show Where ZM Policies Would Take NYC

Paris Riots Show Where ZM Policies Would Take NYC

Craig Roach & John Garnett, CJ Fiscal crises, economic stagnation, and mass unemployment would be the fruits of implementing Mayor Mamdani’s expensive promises.

Wealth Tax or None, Tech Revolt Is In California’s Future

Wealth Tax or None, Tech Revolt Is In California’s Future

Joel Kotkin, California Post The sad reality is that without windfall tech profits, the state — whose overall economy is mediocre at best — faces a looming budget crisis.

I keep volunteering at my daughter’s elementary school even though she no longer goes there

I keep volunteering at my daughter’s elementary school even though she no longer goes there

My daughter has moved on to middle school, but I haven’t left her elementary school behind. Continuing to volunteer there gives me so much.

Satellite images reveal trouble brewing at Microsoft’s AI data center partners

Satellite images reveal trouble brewing at Microsoft’s AI data center partners

Satellite images reveal potential delays at two Microsoft AI data center projects, highlighting power and permitting challenges facing neoclouds.

Who was Ana María Ramírez Cetina, the nanny killed in the Learjet crash?

Who was Ana María Ramírez Cetina, the nanny killed in the Learjet crash?

Ana María Ramírez Cetina, 24, was a biomedical engineering graduate and had moved to the US seeking better opportunities.

How a blue wave crushed the tech right

How a blue wave crushed the tech right

The Democratic wins that swept America on election night was a backlash against data centers, and a rebuke to Silicon Valley elites.

OpenAI is already trying to shape the 2028 election

OpenAI is already trying to shape the 2028 election

OpenAI’s Chris Lehane wants AI to define the 2028 election, proposing a new social contract that could benefit Americans while also advancing the AI giant’s own business interests.

Voters reject proposed taxes tied to planned new arena for NHL’s Dallas Stars

Voters reject proposed taxes tied to planned new arena for NHL’s Dallas Stars

Voters in a Dallas suburb have rejected a proposition that would have authorized new taxes related to a planned new arena for the NHL’s Stars.

What’s Behind a Spike in Early Social Security Claims?

What’s Behind a Spike in Early Social Security Claims?

Paula Span, New York Times Until recently, economic researchers were cheering an encouraging trend: Older Americans were staying in the labor force longer and waiting longer to claim their…

Grand staircases, state-shaped pools, and bowling alleys in the basement: See what the governor’s mansion looks like in each state

Grand staircases, state-shaped pools, and bowling alleys in the basement: See what the governor’s mansion looks like in each state

Almost every state has an official governor’s mansion where elected leaders can live rent-free. They are also more public than a typical home.

Bangladesh garment factories close as workers clash with police in pay protests

Bangladesh garment factories close as workers clash with police in pay protests

Police in Bangladesh fired tear gas and used stun grenades on Wednesday to disperse garment workers protesting for higher wages, police and witnesses said.

Sam Altman joked about AI’s thirst for memory with a new social media nickname

Sam Altman joked about AI’s thirst for memory with a new social media nickname

Altman renamed himself ‘Ram Altman’ in a joke reference to the memory shortage that’s the talk of the AI industry right now.

Meta isn’t naming its AI models after fruit anymore

Meta isn’t naming its AI models after fruit anymore

As AI models get more powerful, Meta stops naming them after fruit. Previous models were internally known as Watermelon, Avocado, and Mango.

Cyberattack hits French blood bank site but no blood products are compromised

Cyberattack hits French blood bank site but no blood products are compromised

A cyberattack on several blood banks tried to raise temperatures to extremely high levels but was thwarted before it could do any damage to blood products or samples, French authorities...

Don’t get drowned by the Blue Wave: Washington’s leftward lurch means it’s time to protect your wealth

Don’t get drowned by the Blue Wave: Washington’s leftward lurch means it’s time to protect your wealth

You don’t have to get soaked.

‘I have no financial safety net’: I’m 66, rely on Social Security and have $500 in savings. What politician speaks for me?

‘I have no financial safety net’: I’m 66, rely on Social Security and have $500 in savings. What politician speaks for me?

“In the wake of the midterm elections, how many Americans are living in poverty?”

Fashion brand accused of using AI to alter models’ bodies — and is called out by vocal online critics

Fashion brand accused of using AI to alter models’ bodies — and is called out by vocal online critics

Fashion label Aurela Hoxha faces backlash after a viral video with 1.2M views exposed extreme digital filters altering models’ bodies.

The AI boom has sparked a fiber frenzy, and suppliers like Corning are racing to keep up

The AI boom has sparked a fiber frenzy, and suppliers like Corning are racing to keep up

AI’s growth demands denser optical networks. This increases the need for more fiber across data centers.

California voters approve $11.25B housing bond, saddling state with decades of new debt

Written by state lawmakers, the measure aims to provide up to 40,000 multifamily rental units and assist another 40,000 households in buying a home.

Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli shares secrets to holiday entertaining

Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli shares secrets to holiday entertaining

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli shares her top holiday entertaining tips, from budget-friendly natural decor to smart, day-before kitchen prep.