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Pentagon stops using Anthropic tools after blacklisting company, BBC told
The Pentagon has stopped using Anthropic’s AI tools months after designating the company a national security supply chain risk in February, though the company’s Claude model was reportedly still in use as recently as last week.
Microsoft’s new Windows Search is exactly what Windows 11 needs
Microsoft is overhauling Windows Search with a faster, modernized interface featuring improved performance, better typo handling, and launcher-like functionality for system tasks and phone integration.
Shell expects refineries to almost double the profit from every barrel of fuel made
Shell’s refineries are projected to nearly double profit margins per barrel to $42 during the July-September period, driven by global fuel shortages and Middle East supply disruptions.
Japan beer giants raided over alleged price-fixing cartel
Japanese authorities raided major beer makers Asahi and Kirin over allegations of price-fixing, with reports suggesting Sapporo Breweries and Suntory Spirits were also targeted in the cartel investigation.
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Deal or no deal? The confusing rules around discounts in UK stores
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges to crack down on misleading discount practices, with an autumn government consultation examining whether fake price claims should be explicitly banned under consumer law.
Trump pushes Fed for lower rates, but consumers may be better off with a hike, experts say
President Trump urges the Federal Reserve to maintain or cut interest rates ahead of its September meeting, but economists argue rate increases may better serve consumers by controlling inflation.
Bond sell-off, stock boom: Why rebalancing is a good strategy right now
Financial advisors recommend rebalancing portfolios as stocks near all-time highs while global bonds sell off, helping investors lock in profits and manage risk amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Where investors avoiding bonds in brutal selloff are finding new income sources
Facing bond market uncertainty and rising rates, investors are exploring alternative income sources including insurance-linked securities, dividend stocks, REITs, and master limited partnerships, though each carries distinct risks.
Trump’s proposed $5,000 election dividend checks could fuel inflation, economists say
President Trump proposed $5,000 election dividend checks for U.S. adults, but economists warn the plan would likely fuel inflation and worsen affordability without congressional passage.
‘Cheap iPhone deal’: warning over scam sites selling latest Apple mobiles
Scammers have created hundreds of fake websites offering discounted iPhone 18 models following Apple’s latest announcement, using convincing AI-generated content to trick buyers into bank transfers.
Lawmakers must ‘keep their options open’ on Social Security reform, former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew says
Social Security will deplete its reserves during the next presidency, former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew warned, urging lawmakers to begin reform discussions soon.
CEO of buy now, pay later giant Affirm says high gas prices are hitting U.S. shoppers
Affirm Holdings stock closed nearly unchanged Friday after the buy-now-pay-later firm reported strong earnings, with CEO Max Levchin citing elevated gas prices as a concern for U.S. consumers.
BYD shares slide as fierce China competition dents first-half earnings
BYD shares declined nearly 5% in Hong Kong after the automaker reported first-half net profit fell 20.5% due to fierce competition and weak domestic demand in China’s auto market.
Broadcom delivers strong earnings view as CEO touts growth with AI labs
Broadcom issued an optimistic fiscal 2027 forecast and highlighted expanding business with artificial intelligence laboratories, sending shares higher in extended trading.
Zscaler beats earnings expectations, issues upbeat guidance but stock falls
Zscaler beat fiscal Q4 earnings expectations and issued upbeat forward guidance, but the cloud security stock fell as investors weighed the results.
Lululemon stock plunges 20% on disappointing earnings and outlook
Lululemon shares fell 20% in premarket trading after the apparel retailer reported declining revenue and comparable sales, along with significantly reduced full-year guidance.