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Millennium lands natural gas trader ahead of Point72
Millennium Management has reportedly hired natural gas trader Ryan Sheffler from Castleton Commodities International, a move that underscores the fierce competition among multi-strategy hedge funds to…
Citadel quant developer joins Kalshi
Prediction markets platform Kalshi has recruited a quantitative developer from Citadel, underscoring its efforts to strengthen its engineering and trading technology capabilities as the fast-growing…
Polish prosecutors end 10-year treason investigation into Tusk over Smolensk air disaster
They found that government officials acted in Poland's interests when cooperating with Russia after the crash.
They ran tea shops and podcasts. Now they're in the arms trade.
Entrepreneurs and tech founders are in a mad gold rush to build the next generation of bombs, missiles, and drones.
Altimeter among biggest July hedge fund losers
Altimeter Capital Management's hedge fund fell 11% in July, joining a growing list of investment firms that suffered double-digit losses as the sharp reversal in AI-related stocks rattled hedge fund…
Topology affects the crumpling of growing elastic sheets
Discovery could lead to new metamaterials The post Topology affects the crumpling of growing elastic sheets appeared first on Physics World .
German factory orders rise faster than expected; Asian shares fall on tech pullback – business live
Germany’s biggest arms maker Rheinmetall slashes outlook after cancelled government contract; crude oil prices hold below $80 a barrel WPP shares have surged as much as 27%, after the advertising company said it was on track with its cost-cutting programme and a drop in quarterly sales was not as bad as feared.
Minnesota showed why Harry and Meghan are right about Grok — ‘technology should not enable predators to target children’
Harry and Meghan are right to criticize Grok after its pushback against Minnesota's new law protecting children from abusive AI deepfakes
New York investigators subpoena Kalshi over sports contracts amid ongoing lawsuit
New York state investigators have issued document subpoenas to Kalshi seeking records tied to sports-event contracts, including transactions involving people… Continue reading New York investigators…
Billingham’s new Icon Messenger Bag could be the perfect shoot-and-edit companion
Billingham’s new messenger bag is made for photographers on the move
Joshua Jelly-Schapiro on Harry Belafonte’s Extraordinary Art & Activism
Non-fiction writer Joshua Jelly-Schapiro joins co-hosts V.V. Ganeshananthan and Christian Barter to talk about the life of performer and activist Harry Belafonte, who died in 2023. Jelly-Schapiro, the author of a new biography of Belafonte, considers the entertainer’s distinctive combination
Atletico Madrid salary guide 2026/27: Julian Alvarez and Jan Oblak among top earners
Atletico Madrid's preseason is currently marred by rumours around the future of their star forward Julian Alvarez. The Argentine is being pursued by Arsenal and Barcelona, with Hansi Flick keen to acquire the 26-year-old forward following the exit of veteran Robert Lewandowski .
Carlyle beats Q2 earnings forecasts as deal activity and fee income strengthen
Carlyle reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter earnings, supported by higher fee-related income, increased transaction activity and a rebound in investment realisations as private equity exit…
Your smartphone is changing your body. Doctors say most people don’t know it’s happening
Ask most people what their phone is costing them , and they’ll point to their attention or sleep . But research suggests the cost may also be physical.
Webb opens a Treasure Chest filled with stars
Image: This NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope Picture of the Month takes us to a fantastical realm within our home galaxy , where piercing starlight and billowing winds sculpt dust clouds into…
“It took far more than pressing a button,” says creator of controversial AI images shown at Belfast exhibition – and, honestly, I agree
The man behind AI-generated images that have caused a ruckus after recently being displayed at a major photography exhibition has defended his work – and, even as a photographer who dislikes AI, I…
'Not a chatbot on the sidelines': Ridley AI wants to automate your home sale and eliminate 6% commission fees
Mike Chambers, the CEO behind an AI home selling platform called Ridley, spoke to Tom’s Guide to provide some commentary on AI’s impact on the real estate industry and more.
How to watch 'Monsters of God' online from anywhere
Find out more about illegal exotic reptile smuggling in this docuseries - here's how to watch "Monsters of God" online and from anywhere.
Citigroup leads $2.45bn financing package for KKR’s Integer acquisition
Citigroup is preparing a $2.45bn debt financing package to support KKR's acquisition of medical device manufacturer Integer Holdings, in one of the largest leveraged buyout financings expected to…
Axis of convenience: Why China and Russia are both upping their aid to Iran
In late July, reports confirmed that China would supply Iran with up to 400 Chinese-made QW-12 and FN-16 man-portable air defense systems, with the first units expected to arrive in the coming weeks.
APAC deal activity down 27% in H1 as regional transactions slow, says GlobalData
M&A and private equity dealmaking across APAC declined sharply during the first half of 2026, contributing to an overall slowdown in regional transaction activity as investors adopted a more cautious…
PFIPC DG, Adeyemi, rejects Reps plan for closed-door meeting, wants public hearing
The estranged Director-General of the alleged fake government agency, Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) Adeniyi Adeyemi has rejected plans by the House of Representatives…
A court has summoned the CEO of Vodafone Spain to be investigated in the Finetwork case.
José Miguel García tendrá que declarar por presunta administración desleal tras la querella del fundador de la compañía alicantina de telecomunicaciones
New York-headquartered AI startup Modal Labs to open London office
US AI infrastructure startup Modal Labs is opening a London office, marking the latest North American AI firm to invest in bricks and mortar in London or up their presence in the capital.New…
TV Somanathan gets a year's extension as India's top bureaucrat
Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan gets a one-year extension, ensuring policy continuity while reviving debate over succession plans.
Why we froze Osun govt bank account —EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has given reasons for for placing a no debit order in a bank account operated by the Osin State government domiciled with First Bank Plc.
IHC restrains NCCIA from harassing journalist Asad Toor during inquiry
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday restrained the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) from harassing vlogger and journalist Asad Toor during the course of its inquiry.
CUHK's first postgraduate college 'a timely addition'
A lawmaker on Thursday hailed the Chinese University of Hong Kong's decision to establish its first college dedicated to postgraduates.
'Growing pattern of media curbs': HRCP, PFUJ express concern over new rules for foreign press
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) and the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) have expressed concerns regarding media freedom after the government mandated foreign media…
That's how the lost Elon Musk rocket crashed into the Moon: a Korean probe captures the crater left by the accident
The impact of the Falcon 9, which has sparked the interest of space agencies and amateur astronomers, is forcing a rethink of the launch of future space missions.
Grattan on Friday: The battle for Victoria will send important signals to federal players
Victoria’s election on November 28 has taken on a drama and significance we wouldn’t have anticipated a year ago and will be watched closely by federal players.
Alan Jones’s alleged victim denies ‘fabricating’ claims against broadcaster during robust cross-examination
Former 2UE and 2GB radio broadcaster is facing 22 charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news…
No, not deadlifts — this underrated exercise strengthens your posterior chain and improves posture using just your bodyweight
I added the reverse plank march to my workouts, and it’s a challenging move that’s great for building strength in the hamstrings, core and glutes.
SoftBank posts profit beat boosted by $8.2 billion investment gain from Intel
SoftBank on Thursday reported profit for its fiscal first quarter that beat market expectations.
PM calls for drone, AI, cyber attacks in Ulchi exercise scenarios
SEOUL, Aug. 6 (Yonhap) -- This year's Ulchi civil defense exercise should reflec...
Gemini could soon help you fix your Pixel instead of searching Settings
Gemini could become the tech support your Pixel never had.
Piper Serica’s ₹800 Cr Bharat Tech Fund Hits First Close At ₹300 Cr
Mumbai-based asset management firm Piper Serica has achieved the first close of its ₹800 Cr Bharat Tech Fund at ₹300…
US regulators approve Moderna flu vaccine
Vaccine manufacturer Moderna said Wednesday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had approved its new influenza vaccine, nearly six months after the regulator briefly rejected an application…
These Game Boy-like Android handhelds are coming soon at a fantastic price
You don't have to spend a ton of cash to get a capable vertical Android handheld.
Bombay High Court convicts former Tehelka Editor Tarun Tejpal in 2013 sexual assault case
The acquittal of Tarun Tejpal by a Goa sessions court was set aside by the Bombay High Court. Convicted for sexual assault, he faces a minimum of 10 years and up to life imprisonment under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code.
Michael Dell’s son built a $13 billion home battery business—and he’s going on 30 years old
Zach Dell is banking on a home electricity and battery rental business that offers backup power without buying an exorbitantly expensive system.
How to plan photographing August 12's solar eclipse and Perseids meteor shower peak
With a solar eclipse in Europe and North America followed by the peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower, August 12 will bring plenty of photographic opportunities.
This robot vacuum cleaner comes with dual RGB cameras and a self-cleaning mop
Finally, a robot vacuum cleaner that won't wake up your sleeping baby.
Echoworx and NTT DATA Deutschland Launch Ecosystem Strategy for Governed Secure Communications
TORONTO — Echoworx, a global leader in secure communications and encryption, today announced a strategic partnership with NTT DATA Deutschland to deliver governed secure communications across Germany…
Trump Labels Abdul El-Sayed a Hateful ‘Communist’
The President attacked the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee from Michigan.
Morning update
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are some the latest updates from across the region: US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Washington is holding talks with Tehran…
My Life with the Walter Boys season 3 ending explained: Is George alive, are Jackie and Cole together, shock episode 10 final twist and season 4 predictions
After that shock twist in episode 10, I've never been more glad for a fourth season to be confirmed — here's everything that went down in the My Life With the Walter Boys season 3 ending.
PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir to visit Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, will undertake a visit to Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday.
The browser is where attacks land. Why is security still focused on the endpoint?
Presented by CloudMosa Enterprise work now happens increasingly inside the browser, and that shift has made the browser a primary point of entry for cyberattacks as well. Browser-based attacks have surged over the past two years, according to industry reports, while Gartner projects that more than 85% of enterprise workloads will be…
Marantz's new Dolby Atmos AV receivers bring up to 7.4.4 channels of surround sound — and home theater nerds will love their cool monitoring and diagnostic options
Marantz's gorgeous home theater AVRs get a brand-new DAC, Dirac for everyone, and better gaming support — and come in a range of prices
Plan your perfect 2026 total solar eclipse experience with these smartphone apps
From exact timings to cloud cover warnings, these smartphone apps will help you dial in on the 2026 total solar eclipse.
The SEC should ban the products behind South Korea’s recent market meltdown
The SEC already knew, three years ago, that retail investors make up the vast majority of holders of single-stock leveraged ETFs.
Fashion’s biggest brands spent years letting eBay and Depop resell their clothes. Now they want the money.
Secondhand apparel is on track to hit $393 billion by 2030—and brands no longer want eBay and Poshmark collecting all of it.
BMW Blasts Its Cars' Internal Screens With Aggressive Ads
Longtime Slashdot readers schwit1 and fjo3 shared a report about BMW displaying a Spider-Man promotion on connected vehicle screens in more than 70 markets.
A look at Sequoia's revamped strategy under new stewards Alfred Lin and Pat Grady, including bold AI bets; sources: Sequoia recently closed $10B in new funding (Bloomberg)
Alfred Lin and Pat Grady are repositioning the 54-year-old firm for a world dominated by artificial intelligence.
DeepSeek says it plans to implement substantial price increases across its services; it currently charges $0.14/1M input and $0.28/1M output tokens for V4 Flash (Bloomberg)
DeepSeek plans to implement a significant price increase across its AI services, an unusual shift from the disruptive Chinese player …
Russia and Azerbaijan: From Balancing to Confrontation
Ruslan Suleymanov on how the war in Ukraine has reshaped relations between Moscow and Baku
OpenAI files a motion to dismiss Apple's lawsuit accusing the AI company of stealing trade secrets, saying that the iPhone maker's allegations are meritless (Bloomberg)
OpenAI is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Apple Inc. accusing the artificial intelligence company of stealing trade secrets …
From cloud migration to citizen services: AppSquadz and India’s evolving digital transformation journey
In the last 5 years, AppSquadz has expanded its cloud capabilities to support some significant digital transformation initiatives across government, healthcare, and enterprise sectors in India.