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Nov. 9, 2023 - SoftBank Group reported a ¥789 billion ($5.2 billion) quarterly loss due to the devaluation of tech investments and the impact of WeWork's bankruptcy. (Photo: LinkedIn)

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Investing & Markets Japan

SoftBank’s bumpy ride and its troubled investments

Post Date 11/09/2023

In a tumultuous financial quarter, SoftBank Group, the Japanese tech giant known for its bold and risky investment strategies, found itself facing its fourth consecutive [more…]

Humane introduces cutting-edge Ai-powered projector pin priced at $699 as a smartphone alternative. (Photo: Humane)

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Technology U.S.

A glimpse into the Ai Pin’s future of wearable technology

Post Date 11/09/2023

For months, an intriguing sight has captivated the curiosity of a San Francisco police officer stationed outside the downtown offices of the tech startup, Humane. [more…]

After 118 days, SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP have reached a tentative labor deal, officially ending the actors' strike at midnight. (Photo: LA Times)

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Entertainment U.S.

Hollywood actors and studios reach agreement, ending 118-day strike

Post Date 11/09/2023

In a historic turn of events, Hollywood’s actors and studios have finally reached a preliminary labor agreement, putting an end to the tumultuous 118-day strike [more…]

United Airlines is undertaking efforts to streamline the process for customers to achieve elite status by leveraging co-branded Chase credit cards. (Photo: Chase)

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Business U.S.

United Airlines revamps frequent flyer program to reward big spenders

Post Date 11/09/2023

In an effort to cater to their most loyal customers and adapt to changing travel patterns, United Airlines is set to revamp its frequent flyer [more…]

SEBA Hong Kong secures SFC license for regulated operations in both conventional securities and cryptocurrency-related offerings (Photo: SEBA | Coincu)

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Hong Kong Switzerland Technology

Hong Kong grants Swiss SEBA Bank license to provide crypto-related services

Post Date 11/09/2023

In a significant development for the cryptocurrency and blockchain sector, the Hong Kong arm of SEBA Bank, a Swiss-based institution focusing on digital assets, has [more…]

Nov. 9, 2023 - China imposes restrictions on companies whose shares are trading below their book value or offer price during initial stock offerings. (Photo: SSE)

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China Investing & Markets

China tightens rules on equity fundraising to stabilize stock market

Post Date 11/09/2023

In a bid to boost market stability and support stock prices in a sluggish market, China has introduced a series of new regulations aimed at [more…]

Nov. 8, 2023 - South Korea's healthcare startup Doctornow inked a strategic deal with global AI healthcare specialist Mediktor to propel digital healthcare tech. (Photo: Doctornow Inc.)

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South Korea Spain Technology

Doctornow and Mediktor join forces to transform digital healthcare

Post Date 11/08/2023

In a significant development in the realm of digital healthcare technology, South Korea’s medical care startup, Doctornow Inc., recently announced a strategic business agreement with [more…]

Initially, Nissan had announced a 1.3 billion reais investment plan in April 2022, but now, they are injecting an additional 1.5 billion reais from 2023 to 2025. (Photo: Nissan)

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Brazil Business Japan

Nissan announces ambitious plans to expand presence in Brazil

Post Date 11/08/2023

In a move aimed at boosting its foothold in Latin America’s largest economy, Nissan recently unveiled a substantial increase in its investment in its Brazilian [more…]