Posts with tag: history
A new quantum computing chip, Majorana 1, is supposed to make quantum computers useful in years, not decades. Microsoft says its new chip uses a new type of material that takes advantage of a new state of matter.
Published on: February 19, 2025, 07:03 PM UTC
AheadComputing raises $21.5 million in seed funding to develop CPU technology based on RISC-V architecture for artificial intelligence.
Published on: February 19, 2025, 06:04 PM UTC
A peace deal between Ukraine and Russia would benefit the currencies of nearby emerging economies, but much of this boost may already be factored in. JPMorgan maintains a neutral stance on Ukraine's government bonds until details of a peace deal are clearer.
Published on: February 19, 2025, 06:04 PM UTC
Bausch + Lomb CEO Brent Saunders says a deal for the company is unlikely in 2025 due to their ambitious plans for the future. Despite exploring going private, no agreement was reached. Bausch + Lomb's recent growth in contact lenses and dry eye relief products suggests a higher valuation may be possible later this year.
Published on: February 19, 2025, 02:00 PM UTC
Pershing Square offers to buy $900M stake in Howard Hughes, Ackman to become CEO
Published on: February 19, 2025, 08:02 AM UTC
Elon Musk's efficiency commission has targeted Social Security, sparking concerns about the program's funding and benefit payments. However, reforms are needed to address the funding shortfall as benefit payments outpace tax revenue. Options include raising taxes, cutting benefits, or a combination of both. While Musk's commission may identify waste and abuse, the main issue is the imbalance between a declining workforce and a growing retiree population. Resolving this requires raising taxes or cutting benefits, or both.
Published on: February 19, 2025, 01:02 AM UTC
President Trump will levy 25% tariffs on automobiles starting April 2, and pharmaceutical and semiconductor chips will also likely be subject to 25% tariffs in April
Published on: February 18, 2025, 10:09 PM UTC
Cat bonds, known for outperforming high-yield debt, are becoming accessible to more investors through an exchange-traded fund launching on the NYSE. This fund aims to lower entry barriers and offer uncorrelated income and market resilience.
Published on: February 18, 2025, 11:04 AM UTC
Asian stocks set to rise following gains in Europe, driven by defense spending optimism and rising bond yields.
Published on: February 17, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Flowserve Q4 earnings report preview: revenue growth expectations, EPS and operating income estimates, analyst ratings, peer performance, inflation impact, and market performance.
Published on: February 17, 2025, 02:00 PM UTC