Visa & Mastercard: Credit Card Swipe Fee Dispute
Merchants challenge Visa & Mastercard over credit card swipe fees. Proposed settlement faces criticism for limited impact and anti-competitive practices. NRF calls for greater reforms on swipe fees.
DIRECTV vs. Sling TV vs. YouTube TV: Sports Streaming Trials & Deals
Compare DIRECTV's free trial, Sling TV's day passes for sports (ESPN), and YouTube TV's Disney dispute & credits. Find the best streaming option!
OpenAI’s ChatGPT: Suicide, Psychosis Claims & AI Risks
OpenAI faces lawsuits alleging its ChatGPT drove users to suicide, psychosis, and financial ruin by dismantling safety measures in its AI chatbot. Plaintiffs claim AI-induced harm.
Roblox Accused: Child Safety Concerns & Legal Action
Texas sues Roblox, alleging it's a playground for predators, citing child abuse and exploitation. Roblox defends its safety measures, calling the lawsuit misrepresentative. Legal battle intensifies over online child safety.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Taxes, Eligibility & Financial Planning
Student loan forgiveness impacts taxes & eligibility. Borrowers may face federal taxes on forgiven amounts. Experts advise smart financial planning post-forgiveness and exploring IRS payment plans.
KFC’s Chicken Sandwich Strategy & US Growth
KFC focuses on chicken sandwiches, marketing innovation, and menu updates in the US to drive growth and attract customers, leveraging chicken as a cost-effective alternative.
Singapore Keen on India’s Green Power & Semiconductor Growth
Singapore aims to collaborate with India's progress, focusing on sectors like green power and semiconductors, amidst global supply chain concerns. SP Group explores involvement in India's growth, particularly in sustainable energy solutions.
Wall Street Bonuses Surge: Trading & AI Impact
Wall Street bonuses are set for a second year increase, driven by trading, advising revenue, and stock market growth. AI may cut jobs. Equity trading bonuses to increase most.
Musk’s Tesla Pay Package: Controversy and Concerns
Norges Bank raises concerns over Musk's pay package's size, dilution, and key person risk. Tesla defends it for AI and robotics goals. Critics cite excess; Musk threatens departure. Package faces shareholder vote.
Wall Street Exodus: Goldman Sachs Expands in Dallas, Texas
Wall Street faces challenges in NYC as Goldman Sachs invests $500M in a Dallas campus. Texas attracts financial firms with lower taxes and less regulation, creating competition for New York.
Apple’s iPhone Sales Forecast: Growth & AI Catch-Up
Apple forecasts dual-digit iPhone sales growth and 10-12% overall income increase, beating analyst estimates. Focus shifts to AI features and managing US-China trade tensions.
UBS Eyes US HQ Exit Amid Swiss Regulations, Trump’s Allure
UBS considers moving its headquarters to the US due to stringent Swiss regulations and incentives from the Trump administration. This radical shift may involve acquiring a US bank or merger to expand its US presence.
Bill Gates on Climate: Tech & Innovation to the Rescue?
Bill Gates shifts stance on climate change, emphasizing tech innovation and development over solely focusing on temperature targets. Experts react as Gates advocates for a balance between climate goals and human well-being.
Bodega Group Split Over Mayoral Endorsement
NYC bodega group split after United Bodegas of America endorsed Zohran Mamdani, causing outrage and resignations. Rival group supports Andrew Cuomo amid controversy over supermarket plans and defunding police.
Eric Schmidt, Michelle Ritter, and Steel Perlot Drama
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt's relationship with Michelle Ritter and their firm, Steel Perlot, faces legal drama involving stalking allegations and toxic masculinity claims. Ritter wanted Schmidt to leave his wife.
“Knives Out” Gets UK Funding: Hollywood Production Shift?
The "Knives Out" sequel received $41M from the UK government, highlighting Hollywood's production shift overseas due to incentives. FilmLA reports production decline, triggering tariff threats.
Fiserv’s Financial Turmoil: Leadership Change & Lowered Forecast
Fiserv faces financial pressure, leading to a leadership change with Paul Todd becoming CFO and a revised growth forecast. Shares plunged after disappointing earnings, intensifying competition, and reduced consumer spending. Stock lost 64% of its value.