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Elon Musk Clashes with OpenAI CEO Over Trump's Stargate AI Project

Clash of the Tech Titans: Musk vs. Altman over Trump's AI Infrastructure Project, Stargate.

Trump Offers New Details on His Proposed TikTok Deal

US President Donald Trump expresses support for Elon Musk or Larry Ellison purchasing TikTok, offering insights into a potential deal to save the social media platform's US operations.

South African Inflation Slows Less Than Expected, Easing Rate Cut

South African inflation rose 3% in December, below expectations, giving room for policymakers to consider interest rate cuts this month.

Furniture Stocks Rise Despite Trump's Tariff Threat

Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber discusses the impact of Trump tariffs and the company's strategy to mitigate their effects. Alber notes that Williams-Sonoma has reduced its reliance on China for sourcing and is exploring alternative manufacturing locations. She also highlights the potential for price increases due to tariffs and the need for collaboration with vendors to absorb some of the costs.

Oil Prices Drop After Trump's Executive Orders

Oil prices slid Tuesday as Trump signed executive orders boosting US production and hinted at tariffs against Canada and Mexico, sparking trade war fears.

Dividend Recapitalizations: A Lifeline for Private Equity Firms Amid Credit Market Boom

Private equity firms are increasingly using dividend recaps, where they borrow money to pay out investors, as an alternative to IPOs and sales. Strong credit markets and demand for corporate debt are making this strategy more attractive.

Paytm Reports Narrower Loss in Q3 as Digital Payments Rebound

Paytm Q3 loss narrows as digital payments recover, revenue rises 10.1%

The Week Ahead: Trump Inauguration, Fed Debate Fades, Earnings Season Rolls On

The S&P 500 had its best week since November's election, driven by a better-than-expected inflation reading. Investors will now focus on President-elect Trump's inauguration and its potential impact on markets. Earnings season continues this week, with reports from Netflix, United Airlines, and Johnson & Johnson. Markets will also watch for any updates on the Fed's rate hike debate.

Tether: The Cryptocurrency of Choice for Criminals and Terrorists and the Man Entangled in Its Web

Tether, a cryptocurrency used in illicit activities, has become the digital currency of choice for criminal organizations and sanctioned individuals. Despite concerns about facilitating illegal transactions, Tether's relationship with Cantor Fitzgerald, a bank headed by Commerce Secretary nominee Howard Lutnick, raises questions about potential conflicts of interest and inadequate regulation of cryptocurrencies.

OpenAI Launching Reasoning AI Model o3 Mini in Weeks

ChatGPT maker OpenAI to launch enhanced reasoning AI model o3 mini in coming weeks, CEO says.