Amazon raised a record 14 billion Canadian dollars through a bond issue. The deal triggered a sell-off of other assets and an increase in risk spreads.
The Trump administration prioritized candidates with high salaries and introduced a $100,000 fee. The number of H-1B visa applications decreased by 38%.
Microsoft has unveiled the lead-based Majorana 2 chip for quantum computers. The commercial launch of the systems is scheduled for 2029.
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during testing in Florida. The incident occurred ahead of the launch of Amazon satellites; no one was injured.
Trump's 2024 financial disclosures revealed securities transactions totaling up to $750 million. The investment portfolios are managed by third-party firms.
Draft Law No. 15112 proposes a new model for taxing international parcels, where VAT will be paid by marketplaces. The main changes will take effect starting from 2027.
The expert called statements about labor shortages a manipulation due to falling demand. He advises automation and the return of citizens instead of importing migrants.
The GameStop chain plans to acquire eBay for $56 billion to create a competitor to Amazon. Ryan Cohen has already raised a third of the required amount.
A group of users gained unauthorized access to the new Mythos model through a third-party contractor. The technology could facilitate powerful cyberattacks.
Wall Street is raising tens of billions for AI development despite conflicts. The amount of debt to finance the industry could reach $400 billion by 2026.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the destruction of an Amazon facility. Bahrain's Interior Ministry confirmed a fire at the infrastructure after Iranian aggression.
The company is cutting staff amid a 25% drop in shares and debt due to AI investments. The layoffs could affect up to 30,000 people to save costs.
The Iranian agency Tasnim named 30 facilities of global IT giants that could become targets for attacks. Offices and data centers in the UAE and Israel are considered hostile infrastructure.
KadNap malware creates botnets for cyberattacks through vulnerabilities in router firmware. Hackers gain remote control over networks.
The company plans to cut staff to offset investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Meta currently employs about 79,000 people.
Attackers used AI chatbots to hack nine Mexican government systems. The bots provided hackers with code and bypass plans after a series of prompts.
Iran and its proxies continue attacks on US allies in the Persian Gulf for the sixth day. An Iranian warship sank, killing more than 80 people.
Drone strikes damaged three Amazon facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, while the US and Israel attacked data centers in Tehran. This indicates that computing power is becoming a priority for attacks.
OpenAI is considering deploying its artificial intelligence technology in NATO's unclassified networks. This follows an agreement with the Pentagon on the use of AI.
Amazon warned of a large-scale threat: cybercriminals used AI to breach over 600 firewalls in 55 countries in five weeks. The attacks targeted facilities with single-factor authentication and weak credentials.
Italian tax police raided Amazon's headquarters in Milan and the homes of seven managers as part of a new tax evasion investigation. The company is suspected of failing to declare income and having a hidden permanent establishment in Italy from 2019 to 2024.
HP, Dell, Acer, and Asus are considering purchasing memory chips from Chinese manufacturers like CXMT due to the global supply crisis. This could help address rising prices and the threat to new product launches.
The documentary "Melania: 20 Days to History" grossed over $7 million in its opening weekend. The film received 99% positive reviews from viewers, but only 10% from critics.
Trump, along with his wife and members of the US administration, attended the premiere of the film "Melania. " This event sparked heated debate in American society.
Amazon is ceasing operations of most Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores starting February 1. The company will focus on developing Whole Foods Market and expanding grocery delivery services.
Another round of layoffs is expected at Amazon, and employees are exchanging memes on internal Slack. The jokes are based on Jeff Bezos's "two-pizza rule," which is used to illustrate team downsizing.
Spotify is developing a Page Match feature that will allow users to synchronize audiobook listening with physical books. This will enable them to continue reading or listening from the same spot.
Wikipedia has signed contracts with Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, Perplexity, and Mistral AI to provide data for AI. The Wikimedia Foundation is monetizing its content for AI developers, ensuring access to its knowledge base.
Google is expanding Gemini's functionality, allowing users to purchase products from Walmart, Shopify, and other retailers directly within the chat. This feature, introduced on January 11, enables instant payment for purchases without navigating to third-party websites.
Amazon integrates new features into its compact $50 Bee device. The gadget now syncs with Gmail and calendar, allowing users to draft emails and meeting invitations.
