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September PCE: Inflation rose further from the Fed’s target
iCapital chief investment strategist Sonali Basak joins Making Money to discuss the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady, two dissenting FOMC votes and the economy continuing to expand at a strong pace.
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose further…
China issues 800 bln yuan via financial instruments to expand investment
China has completed the issuance of 800 billion yuan (about 119 billion U.S. dollars) under its 2026 new policy-based financial instruments as of Wednesday, channeling funds to key projects to expand effective investment, according to three policy banks.The China Development…
Xiaomi-affiliated capital makes another chip-sector move: Hanxing Venture Capital takes stakes in two semiconductor firms on the same day
Business registration records on the Tianyancha app show that Wuhan Archimedes Semiconductor Co., Ltd. and Xinciyuan Semiconductor (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. recently completed corporate registration changes in succession, with Hanxing Venture Capital Co., Ltd. added as a shareholder in both companies.
DBS Indonesia and Bank Central Asia Deny Merger Rumours
DBS has rejected claims that its Indonesian subsidiary could merge with Bank Central Asia (BCA) through a share exchange. The Straits Times reported that the speculation circulated on Indonesian social media as BCA shares rallied on 28 October.
From cultural influence to commercial power: Building Africa’s creative economy
Africa’s creative economy faces both visibility and commercial challenges. While the continent has no shortage of talent and cultural influence, it lacks the infrastructure needed to enable access to capital, new markets and compete internationally.
Technology & AI
Directed IRA Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Directed Trust Company data breach.
AI is killing off entry-level cybersecurity jobs | Information Age
Many Australian companies have replaced entry-level cybersecurity staff with AI, according to Barracuda Research. Image: Shutterstock AI-based cybersecurity technologies have improved so much that 45 per cent of Australian firms have replaced entry-level security workers with AI, according to new…
Trump pushes to rebrand AI as ‘super intelligence’ in bid to reshape tech narrative
WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump is pushing to replace the term “artificial intelligence” in government language, arguing the widely used label is inaccurate and should be scrapped in favor of what he calls “super” intelligence.
Sony ISP subsidiary data breach exposes 2.5 million customer records
Sony Network Communications has confirmed a data breach that compromised approximately 2.5 million records containing current and former customers’ personal information.
Using artificial intelligence to step up the fight against doping
The use of artificial intelligence in the fight against doping was one of the key topics at the 3rd Anti-Doping Summit of Central and Eastern European Countries, held in Santorini with the participation of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) officials and…
Geopolitics & Trade
The US Once Called It ‘A Slush Fund For Putin.’ Now Washington May Lift Sanctions On It.
Four days after Russia launched its all-out effort to subjugate Ukraine, the US government, and other Western allies, fired a broadside of financial sanctions aimed at punishing the Kremlin’s wallet for the assault. The Russian Central Bank was prominent.
Armed patrols, drone surveillance expected for Atlanta G20 meeting
article The Bank of America Plaza, Atlanta’s tallest building (left), glows gold above the Midtown skyline as seen from the FOX 5 101 Marietta camera in downtown Atlanta.
Gharibabadi: Diplomacy Must Deliver Results
WANA (Oct 29) – Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, has stressed the need for Iran’s diplomatic apparatus to play a more active and results-oriented role in defending the country’s national rights and interests.
The NATO Quantum Technology Roadmap and its Global Implications
In September 2026, NATO released its Quantum Technology Roadmap, which identifies the increasing importance of quantum technology-enabled defence and security applications and lays out clear pathways for operational deployment.
Russia and US discussing sanctions relief for Moscow’s sovereign wealth fund, Kremlin aide says
The Trump administration and the Kremlin are discussing the possible lifting of US sanctions on Russia’s multibillion-dollar sovereign wealth fund, Russian state media quoted a Kremlin aide as saying, in what would be another US concession to Moscow in negotiations…
Science & Green Tech
Green hydrogen energy plant to be built at Chapelcross power station
Creca Hydrogen was given the go-ahead this week to construct the energy production facility near Annan. Councillors on Dumfries and Galloway Council’s planning committee backed the plan – on the condition that a legal agreement is signed.
Two CRISPR chd2 Knockout Zebrafish Strains Show Distinct Morphology and
Scientists have created the first two chd2-knockout zebrafish lines, and the pair of mutant strains is already revealing that different disruptions of the same gene can push developing animals in opposite directions.
Shionogi Wins NEDO Award for Quantum-Assisted Drug Discovery
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) (“D-Wave“), the only dual-platform quantum computing company providing both annealing and gate-model systems, software and services, today announced that its customer Shionogi & Co., Ltd.
Scatec Secures $217 Mn Financing for Egypt’s Dandara Solar Project
The financing, provided by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the European Investment Bank (EIB), will cover around 80% of the first phase’s estimated $271 million capital expenditure.
CRISPR Therapeutics CFO receives 18,000 options
SEC Form 4 Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
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Crunch Fitness Franchisee Opens Crunch Arcadia in Phoenix
Location marks 100th Club Operated by Parent Group CR Fitness Holdings PHOENIX, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Fitness Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Crunch Fitness franchise group CR Fitness Holdings, is proud to announce the upcoming grand opening of…
From a Biological Creature to a Powerful Human: A Daily Practice Through the Holy Trinity
Discover a daily spiritual practice centred on the Holy Trinity that begins with love for God and progresses through submission, humility, happiness, gratitude, inner strength, and purposeful action. This personal approach to faith combines prayer, self-awareness, discipline, and daily reflection to help cultivate a more loving, focused, and fulfilling life.
New-to-market fitness concept opening at $20M local development
CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - A new-to-market fitness concept is set to debut its first Cincinnati location inside a multimillion-dollar development.
Building Mental Fitness at Achei Tmimim
Bochurim at Achei Tmimim took part in the Yeshiva’s first Mental Fitness Day, participating in guided exercises focused on setting personal goals, building accountability, and developing skills for personal growth. Full Story Everyone knows how important physical health is.
Concern over GP practice buildings as NHS maintenance backlog revealed
GP practices and care homes will be impacted by flooding and burst pipes in winter without investment into NHS buildings, The King’s Fund has warned.
Work
How young workers are learning to use AI at work
ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email There's a lot of discussion about how entry-level work will be impacted by AI.
Ruhee Dosani: From Content Creator to Aspiring Actor |
Ruhee Dosani rose to fame with her high-energy Bollywood and Punjabi dance videos while living in the US.
Amazon issues new AI rulebook for engineers, tells them how to use AI at work, read full memo here
Amazon has sent a clear message to its software engineers: use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve real customer problems, not just to boost your usage stats.
7 Essential Tools for Remote Work Operations
In today’s remote work environment, using the right tools is essential for smooth operations and productivity. Start by evaluating your team’s communication needs; platforms like Slack can enhance collaboration. Next, consider project management tools like ClickUp to streamline tasks.
New Era of Influencer Marketing Growth: Media Shift
Have you ever wondered how brands can turn influencer marketing into tangible business results? Many still struggle to navigate the rapidly shifting media landscape and understand what it truly means for creators, brands, and the wider industry.
Entertainment
China’s $1.5 Million AI-Generated Movie Is A Box Office Disaster No One Wants To See
In what can only be described as no surprise, an entirely AI-generated movie out of China has flopped at the box office in the country.
Kimi Antonelli to miss Mexico City GP media day due to viral illness ahead of likely world championship coronation | F1 News
Kimi Antonelli will miss Thursday's media day at the Mexico City Grand Prix due to a viral illness ahead of the weekend where he will likely become Formula 1 world champion.
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s secret cottage that worked as the perfect paparazzi hideout
The Prince and Princess of Wales are approaching their one-year anniversary at their forever home, Forest Lodge.
Jailer 2 Box Office Collection Day 15: Rajinikanth’s Film Crosses Rs 500 Crore India Gross
Jailer 2 Box Office Collection Day 15 (Photo: Film Poster) Hyderabad: Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 has crossed the Rs 500 crore mark in India gross collections on Day 15, adding another milestone to its impressive theatrical run.
What’s new to streaming this week? (Week of Oct. 30, 2026)
Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more.
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Crunch Fitness Franchisee Opens Crunch Arcadia in Phoenix
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