Scarlett Johansson clashes with OpenAI over A.I. voice similarity, accuses CEO Sam Altman of ignoring her refusal
In a curious twist reminiscent of Hollywood drama, Scarlett Johansson has found herself at the center of a tech-world controversy, accusing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman [more…]
Play’s Memorial Day flash sale offers unbeatable deals
Hey there, adventure-seekers! If you’ve been daydreaming about a European escapade, Icelandic airline Play has got just the treat for you. This Memorial Day, Play [more…]
Italy’s Treasury raises €1.4 billion by selling 2.8% stake in energy giant Eni
Italy’s Treasury has successfully sold a 2.8% stake in the energy group Eni, raising approximately 1.4 billion euros ($1.52 billion) as part of its efforts [more…]
Starwood REIT faces liquidity crunch amid investor exodus
Starwood Real Estate Investment Trust, under the stewardship of private real estate heavyweight Starwood Capital Group, is currently facing a liquidity squeeze. Recent reports indicate [more…]
New logistics hub in Afghanistan signals shift in global trade routes
News surfaced last week about plans for a new logistics center in Herat province, Afghanistan, involving Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. The project, part of the broader [more…]
Japan tightens rules on international students amid push for 400,000 by 2033
Last April, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio’s administration tweaked a Justice Ministry ordinance, aiming to tighten the rules around accepting international students. Under the new regulations, [more…]
Meta faces EU investigation over child safety on Facebook and Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is under the microscope of the European Union. The EU is probing into possible breaches of its [more…]
Malaysia drives past Thailand to secure second spot in Southeast Asia’s auto market race
In a notable shift, Malaysia has overtaken Thailand to become Southeast Asia’s second-largest auto market, following Indonesia. This development marks a significant change in a [more…]
Bank of Singapore expands family office business in Hong Kong, eyes growth in mainland China
In a move that underlines its bullish outlook on the city’s financial landscape, Bank of Singapore is ramping up its family office business in Hong [more…]
Allianz’s Q1 profits surge 21.8% on strong growth
Allianz, Europe’s insurance behemoth, kicks off the year with a performance that could rival a Beethoven symphony in its grandeur and precision. The German giant, [more…]