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Tuesday, 27 October 2026 Daily Edition

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Tuesday, 27 October 2026

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The Takeaway

172 of the world's top companies have seen their market value drop by $4.96 trillion since 2021, with PayPal and Nike being among the hardest hit. Meanwhile, in Nigeria, the government has fallen short of its revenue target by N20.7 trillion in the first 10 months of 2026, despite rising crude oil prices. The UK is also considering abandoning its largest untapped oilfield, Rosebank, as the nation currently relies heavily on foreign oil.

In the tech sector, Strava has announced improvements to its mapping and route planning features, aiming to enhance the user experience for outdoor activities such as running and cycling. Additionally, experts are calling for teacher training and policies to address the growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence in secondary schools.

Nigeria's domestic refineries have received over 127 million barrels of crude oil and condensate between January and September 2026, following the resolution of supply disputes between producers and refiners.

Written by urgent.news from the day's reporting.

AI

AI

(LEAD) Seoul stocks open higher on Wall Street gains, renewed AI optimism

SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened higher Tuesday, tracking o...

·en.yna.co.kr·3 outlets

Seoul's stock market opened on a bullish note on Tuesday, mirroring Wall Street's gains and buoyed by renewed confidence in artificial intelligence (AI) and a dip in oil prices, according to Yonhap news agency. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), a key benchmark, surged by 189.18 points, or 3.46 percent, bringing it to a fresh high of 5,658.65 at 9:15 a.m. local time.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average enjoyed a modest gain of 0.28 percent, while the S&P 500 expanded by 0.7 percent, and the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite surged 0.82 percent.

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Not Palantir. Not Snowflake. This AI Software Stock Could Be the Next Multibagger.

CrowdStrike's business is growing fast, but at a $264 billion valuation, the price investors pay matters as much as the growth.

  • CrowdStrike's AI-powered Falcon platform secures data across computers and cloud applications.
  • Q2 revenue reached $1.47 billion, a 26% increase year-over-year.
  • If CrowdStrike sustains 25% annual ARR growth, its market cap could triple to $801 billion.

·fool.com

Tech

Tech

Intel buys quantum software pioneer Classiq for $2.2B

Intel Corp. said today it has agreed to the terms of a blockbuster acquisition for the quantum computing software startup Classiq Technologies Ltd. It’ll pay $2.2 billion to buy the Israeli company, making it the second-largest acquisition in its history after its $15.3 billion deal to buy Mobileye back in 2017. Classiq has likened itself […] The post Intel buys quantum software pioneer Classiq…

·siliconangle.com·2 outlets

Intel has announced plans to acquire quantum computing software startup Classiq Technologies Ltd. for $2.2 billion, marking the second-largest acquisition in the company's history after its $15.3 billion purchase of Mobileye in 2017. Classiq is an Israeli-based company that has developed an operating system for quantum computing, enabling the execution of complex algorithms on various quantum computers.

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GBase Database Commercial Installation: A Step-by-Step Guide to License Loading

Installing GBase Database(GBase 8a) commercial edition requires more than extracting a package and starting services. This guide covers package compatibility checks, license preparation, cluster…

  • Request commercial License with ESN and SSH key, avoid last-minute delays.
  • Verify system compatibility with GBase Database release, including CPU, OS, Python.
  • Load License file using --licensefile option during installation.

·dev.to

Brotli CVE-2026-111497: Memory Corruption, Information Disclosure, and RCE via Crafted Compressed Streams

1. Basic Information Article Name: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Security Releases Source: Node.js project Published Date: October 21, 2026 Original Source: Node.js project Related Information Sources…

  • Brotli stream decoder vulnerability affects multiple software applications
  • Memory corruption, info disclosure, and RCE possible via crafted compressed streams
  • Node.js, .NET, Python Brotli, Bun, Envoy, Istio impacted

·dev.to

Japan to compile emergency cybersecurity package by next week: Takaichi

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday the government will compile by the end of next week an emergency package of additi

  • Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to finalize cybersecurity package by next week
  • Package aims to address data breaches affecting Japanese companies
  • Collaboration with international partners to identify attack sources

·mainichi.jp

Your Website's Video Is Probably Killing Your LCP. Here's a Checklist

A full-width hero video looks great in the design file. In production, it's often the heaviest thing on the page, and it quietly drags down your performance score. This is a checklist I use whenever video shows up in a frontend project. Each item is small, but together they make a big difference.

  • Measure video impact on performance with Lighthouse or PageSpeed Insights.
  • Compress video source file using FFmpeg or online tools to reduce file size.
  • Implement checklist steps to improve LCP and overall page performance.

·dev.to

Business

Business

Govt seeks views on LTCG, STT amid FPI exit

·economictimes.indiatimes.com

The Indian government has solicited opinions from investors, market professionals and tax experts regarding the potential adjustments to long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and securities transaction tax (STT), amid a decline in overseas investor activity, sources disclosed. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman alluded to a heated discussion during a national capital event held on October 13.

The minister noted the impending budget preparations and refrained from committing to any specific policy changes at that juncture, specifying the matter had also been discussed with investors both within and outside India.

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Elon Musk Says Merging SpaceX and Tesla Would Be a Good Idea. Here's What Investors Should Know.

The logic is compelling, but would combining the two businesses create more value for shareholders -- or simply a bigger company with bigger ambitions?

  • Elon Musk proposes merging SpaceX and Tesla, but no agreement reached.
  • Potential benefits include shared technology, engineering talent, and capital.
  • Investors should consider challenges like valuation, governance, and capital allocation.

·fool.com

LG Chem Showcases Future Mobility Materials

With about 850 auto parts and materials companies from around the world gathered in Wolfsburg, Germany, LG Chem has unveiled a wide range of high-value-added material solutions aimed at taking the…

  • LG Chem showcased materials at IZB 2026 in Wolfsburg for future mobility.
  • Exhibition focused on eco-friendliness, electrification, functionality, and cost competitiveness.
  • Highlighted metal replacements, paint-free materials, and recycled content technologies.

·businesskorea.co.kr

Finance & Markets

Finance & Markets

Gold eases as stronger US dollar weighs, Fed meeting in focus

Spot gold is down 0.1% at US$4,013.70 per ounce by 0045 GMT

·businesstimes.com.sg·3 outlets

Gold prices slipped in early Asian trading on Tuesday (Oct 27) as the US dollar strengthened, impacting the value of dollar-denominated bullion, while investors awaited the outcome of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting later in the week. Spot gold fell 0.1% to US$4,013.70 per ounce, while US gold futures for December delivery slipped 0.3% to US$4,027.10.

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JPMorgan Predicts Bitcoin Will Outpace Stocks, Bonds, and Gold Over the Next Decade. Is Bitcoin Now a Screaming Buy?

The leading cryptocurrency has outperformed all major asset classes over the last 10 years, and JPMorgan Chase expects the same over the next 10.

  • JPMorgan predicts Bitcoin to outperform stocks, bonds, and gold over next decade.
  • Bitcoin's volatility is 55% annualized, much higher than other assets.
  • Bank advises limiting Bitcoin allocation to around 5% of portfolio.

·fool.com·2 outlets

World

World

Trump says Brazil election looked 'rigged', defeated Bolsonaro's party recognizes Lula win

"I didn't take sides, but it looked like another rigged election. It looked very bad to me," Trump told reporters.

·jpost.com·6 outlets

Former US President Donald Trump opined on Monday that Brazil's recent presidential election appeared to be rigged, despite the Liberal Party of defeated candidate Flávio Bolsonaro later confirming Lula da Silva's victory. Flávio Bolsonaro, Jair Bolsonaro's son, has refused to concede, asserting he intends to seek the annulment of Lula's win.

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Why Supreme Court needs additional layers of safety

by Dr. M. M. Janapriya I first trained as a medical doctor at the university’s medical faculty, and then spent nine more years becoming a Specialist Surgeon. In our training, the senior surgeon, the boss, stands opposite you at the operating table, guiding you through every step. Once he knows you can safely remove an […]

·island.lk·3 outlets

Science

Science

Australia has to pay millions to fly an astronaut to space. What do we stand to gain?

Sending Katherine Bennell-Pegg to the International Space Station is an investment in Australia’s space future.

·theconversation.com

Australia has recently offered the European Space Agency (ESA) a sum to send their first astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, on a mission to the International Space Station. The exact amount is unknown but is assumed to be lower than the original A$100+ million requested by the ESA. This investment is not just about sending an astronaut to space; it opens doors to international partnerships, research, and opportunities that can benefit Australia in various ways.

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Health & Medicine

Health & Medicine

Tomosynthesis detects breast cancer more frequently during screening

With around 75,000 new cases per year, breast cancer is by far the most common cancer among women in Germany. Using digital breast tomosynthesis in the breast cancer screening program could prevent around a quarter of invasive interval cancers that occur within two years after a digital mammogram.

·medicalxpress.com

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women in Germany, with approximately 75,000 new cases reported annually. Digital breast tomosynthesis, a diagnostic technique utilizing low-dose X-rays taken from different angles, has shown promise in early detection. Research conducted by a team from the University of Münster and University Hospital Münster, in collaboration with other partners, aimed to compare the effectiveness of tomosynthesis and conventional digital mammography in screening programs.

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Culture

Culture

Super Bowl 61 halftime show details: Jay-Z named headline performer for 2027 title game in Los Angeles

Super Bowl soundtracks have proven notable in recent years.

·sports.yahoo.com·8 outlets

The NFL has announced Jay-Z as the headline performer for the Super Bowl 61 halftime show, set to take place on February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Jay-Z, a renowned rapper and music producer, is known for his influential impact on the music industry, with 13 solo studio albums and 25 Grammy wins. This will be the second time Los Angeles hosts the Super Bowl halftime show, following the 2022 event headlined by Rihanna.

Jay-Z has not performed in a Super Bowl halftime show before, but his wife Beyoncé headlined the 2013, 2016, and 2024 shows.

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Knicks Overreactions: 3 Reasons to Take a Breath and Not Freak Out

The New York Knicks haven't gotten off to the start they wanted. Losing their first three games of the 2026-27 NBA season has really left fans looking for answers. After winning a championship, expectations will be high, and nobody wants to see a title defense get off track before it even gets going. But let's …

·sports.yahoo.com

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