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Knicks guard Jalen Brunson takes a minority equity stake in Just Salad, joining the advisory board of the $1B fast-casual chain. The deal includes community programs in the Bronx and Harlem.
Molan Steel's general assembly approved Al Zoman, Al Fahad & Al Hajjaj as auditor for 2026 at SAR 260,000 fee and authorized interim dividends.
Apple's AI integration with ChatGPT and on-device models could trigger an iPhone upgrade cycle. The September launch and pre-order data are the next catalysts.
SBI economists propose including infrastructure loans in priority sector lending, citing banks' struggle to meet targets without certificate purchases. Housing, education, and renewable energy limits also need revision.
Samsung's profit beat estimates. Shares fell 8% as AI demand expectations outpaced results. Memory chip stocks slid on concerns pricing power may fade. SK Hynix listing looms.
A Qatari LNG tanker was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, the first such attack on Qatar's fleet since fighting began. The incident threatens Doha's role as a US-Iran mediator.
Justices Kagan and Barrett testify to House subcommittee July 14, the first Supreme Court budget hearing since 2019, amid heightened security and a term that included rulings on birthright citizenship and presidential power.
Simba 3.2 ranks #1 on Artificial Analysis TTS leaderboard at $10 per million chars, beating ElevenLabs, OpenAI, Google DeepMind. Blind listener tests confirm.
EDX Markets raised $76M in Series C funding led by SBI Holdings. The institutional crypto trading venue and clearinghouse will use the capital for geographic expansion and product development.
The TXSE launched Monday in Dallas, starting small with a narrow slate of securities and a longer trading day. The move challenges NYSE and Nasdaq on fees and hours.
Alberta released open-source white papers on its 18-month AI overhaul. Anthropic's Claude reviewed 466M lines of code in 20 hours. The blueprint is free for other governments.
The Mises Institute argues the 1957 Civil Rights Act was less about protecting individual rights and more about giving Washington a tool to override state election procedures.
Tecon Suape, ICTSI's Brazilian container terminal, earned its second Green Company Seal from Pernambuco state for ESG-aligned practices. One of 16 certified this year.
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team challenges the Senate presiding officer's authority, arguing unconstitutional proceedings. The trial continues as the Supreme Court deliberates.
The anti-graft court ruled the situation was not an emergency, citing security and fairness concerns. Alternatives include virtual participation in rites. Bail ruling still pending.
The EU's AI Act classifies by risk; China requires approval; the US has none. CLM disinformation surged in 2024 elections, deepening power asymmetries.
The EPFO authorized IDFC FIRST Bank for direct PF payment processing. The integration challenges smaller lenders and narrows the convenience gap with fintech payroll platforms.
Fractal joins Anthropic's Claude Partner Network as a Preferred Services Partner, bringing 300+ certified practitioners. How this partnership could drive enterprise AI revenue and what traders should watch.
Gauff beat Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 to reach her first Wimbledon semifinal. She converted all five break points and will face Osaka or Muchova on Thursday.
Hightower Signature Wealth manages ~$35B after adding three firms with $5B in assets. The national RIA platform now has 140+ advisors across 40 locations.
The compound annual return is 10% nominal, 7% real. The reality includes flat decades and five drawdowns. Starting valuation explains 40% of 10-year returns.
Jefferies flags three AI risks that could trigger a momentum unwind and names 10 quality stocks with low momentum, strong cash flow, and cheap valuations for a volatile summer.
The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution serve different purposes. One limits government. The other empowers it. Confusing them distorts how we understand American liberty.
Payments Canada received approval for the legal framework governing Canada's real-time rail system, targeting a Q4 2026 launch after years of delays. Fintechs like Float and Wise stand to benefit.
Econovus Packaging, which makes UN-certified battery and export packaging, plans to scale into automotive and solar supply chains as India's engineering exports hit $122 billion.
U.S. Bank offers $50 for enrolling business checking in bill pay and completing five transactions within 60 days. Simple bonus or fee trap? The practical take.
Chemistry Ventures closed a $350M debut fund in 2024, backed by Bessemer, Index, and a16z alumni. No second fund has been announced. The firm targets fintech and infrastructure software, not crypto.
Dr. Sasa Grae Espino gave up her Virginia medical license after a board investigation into her treatment of two patients. Dozens of malpractice suits are pending since June 2025.
Bricks fell from a 38-story Manhattan tower that once housed Pfizer's global HQ, forcing evacuations and street closures. No injuries reported.
Kyle Lowry, the point guard who led Toronto to its 2019 NBA title, is retiring after 20 seasons. He signed a one-day contract to retire as a Raptor.