Samsung Electronics braces for major strike as wage negotiations collapse
Over 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers are set to strike Thursday after wage negotiations collapse, risking chip production disruption and sending shares lower.
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Rocket Lab reported record Q2 revenue of US$234m and a US$2.4b backlog, while CEO Peter Beck highlighted data centres in space as a growth opportunity following the company's US$8b acquisition of satellite operator Iridium.
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Soma Somasegar, Microsoft and Madrona Venture Leader, Dies at 59
S. 'Soma' Somasegar, influential Microsoft executive and Madrona Ventures leader, has died at 59. He was widely recognized for championing developer communities and startup ecosystems throughout his career.
DNA self-swab kit adverts banned for making unproven claims about court admissibility
The Advertising Standards Authority banned online adverts for Enough's DNA self-swab kits for sexual assault victims, ruling they made unproven claims about court admissibility and inflated rape statistics.
TikTok influencer, lawyer and surf coach charged in murder-for-hire plot against boy band member
An influencer, Florida lawyer, and surf coach have been charged in an alleged murder-for-hire conspiracy targeting Jack Avery of Why Don't We, reportedly stemming from a custody dispute.
NYC Mayor Questions Press Passes Granted to Mangione Supporters
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani said three Luigi Mangione supporters should not have received press passes to attend court hearings, prompting a review of the city's credentialing standards and reigniting debate over who qualifies as legitimate press.
SanDisk Dips Despite Citi's Bullish $2,025 Target on AI-Driven NAND Surge
SanDisk shares declined slightly despite Citi raising its price target to $2,025, citing surging AI demand driving a projected 186% NAND flash memory price increase in 2026.
NextEra's Dominion Bid Targets Data Center Boom Amid Rising Energy Costs
NextEra Energy's proposed acquisition of Dominion Energy centers on capturing AI and data center growth, with rising energy costs reshaping utility mega-merger strategy and raising affordability concerns.
Biotech firm hatches chickens in artificial eggs as step toward reviving extinct moa
Colossal Biosciences successfully hatched live chicks using 3D-printed artificial eggshells, advancing efforts to resurrect the extinct 12-foot moa bird through de-extinction technology.
Man arrested after failed phone theft, caught sleeping in company bathroom
A man attempted to steal mobile phones from a company in Toledo but was caught after falling asleep in the bathroom, leading to his arrest.
Billionaire Emerges as Potential Buyer of Brazilian Naskar Company
A billionaire investor has reportedly emerged as a potential buyer of Naskar, signaling significant interest in the company's acquisition.
De-extinction firm Colossal hatches first chicks from artificial eggs
De-extinction company Colossal announced the birth of the first chicks developed entirely in artificial eggs, marking a breakthrough in biotechnology for potentially reviving extinct bird species like the giant moa.
Home Depot Reaffirms 2026 Guidance Amid Housing Headwinds and Consumer Affordability Pressures
Home Depot reported Q1 fiscal 2026 results with sales falling short amid housing recovery challenges and consumer affordability pressures from high gas prices, though the company reaffirmed full-year guidance.
MAFS UK faces scrutiny over rape allegations as Channel 4 pulls episodes
BBC Panorama investigation reveals three women alleged sexual assault during Channel 4's MAFS UK filming. DCMS demands accountability as broadcaster removes all episodes and sponsors withdraw.
Seafarers Stranded: Maritime Workers Caught Between Conflict, Pandemic and Economic Collapse
Maritime workers face abandonment at sea due to geopolitical conflicts, pandemic disruptions, and shipping company bankruptcies, leaving crews in precarious conditions without pay or repatriation.
addlink Unveils 2026 Storage Lineup With PCIe Gen 5 SSDs and DDR5 Memory
addlink Technology Corp. showcases its 2026 product lineup featuring PCIe Gen 5 SSDs, DDR5 memory, and portable storage solutions designed for AI systems, gaming, content creators, and everyday computing workflows.
Vista-Backed Amtech Software Launches Bengaluru Hub to Drive Global AI Innovation
Amtech Software, a packaging industry ERP provider backed by Vista Equity Partners, opened a Bengaluru innovation hub to leverage Indian talent for developing AI-powered solutions serving 1,250+ global manufacturing plants.
MindGalaxy Launches UnaBand: Brain-Powered Wearable Targets Menstrual Comfort
MindGalaxy unveiled UnaBand, a neuroscience-driven wearable combining microcurrent stimulation, aromatherapy, and audio to address menstrual discomfort for 1.4 billion women globally.
Onto Innovation Prices $1.3B Zero-Coupon Convertible Notes Due 2031
Onto Innovation priced a $1.3B convertible senior notes offering due 2031 with 0% interest, upsized from $1.1B. Proceeds will fund share repurchases, capped call hedges, and the Rigaku Holdings acquisition.
Raiffeisen Technik aims to sell 2,600 tractors annually across Europe
Raiffeisen Technik, a German agricultural machinery mega-dealer formed through merger, aims to sell 2,600 tractors yearly across 100+ European branches with $1.2B annual revenue.
MindGalaxy Launches UnaBand: Brain-Powered Wearable for Menstrual Comfort
MindGalaxy, a Shenzhen-based brain-computer interface startup, unveiled UnaBand, a neuroscience-driven wearable combining microcurrent stimulation, aromatherapy, and audio to address menstrual discomfort for 1.4 billion women globally.
Acteco acquires used cooking oil treatment firm in Valladolid expansion
Spanish waste management company Acteco acquired Reciner Energía for €500,000, expanding its used cooking oil collection and biofuel production operations across central Spain.
Oppo Unveils Reno16 Series, Pad 6, and Novel Bubble Display Accessory for May 25 Launch
Oppo will debut the Reno16 smartphone series, Pad 6 tablet, Enco Air 5s earbuds, and innovative Bubble magnetic display accessory in China on May 25, with pre-reservations now open.
Masdar exits Spanish green hydrogen valley, seeks €1B stake sale to Cofides and Hy24
UAE renewable energy giant Masdar is negotiating to sell its 29% stake in Spain's Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley, with Spanish state vehicle Cofides and French fund Hy24 as potential buyers. Masdar will remain as energy supplier through its subsidiary Saeta Yield.
Banqueiro Vorcaro transferido para cela comum enquanto aguarda análise de delação
Banker Daniel Vorcaro was transferred from special accommodations to a common cell at Federal Police headquarters while authorities evaluate his plea bargain proposal. The move restricts his legal consultations to two 30-minute visits daily.