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CrowdStrike’s Share Value Plummets 13% Following Major IT Outage

CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. experienced a significant decrease in share price, falling 13% on Monday. This decline followed a catastrophic global computer outage initiated by a problematic software update on July…

Global Outage Triggers Sharp Decline in CrowdStrike and Microsoft Premarket Shares

On a turbulent Friday, the cybersecurity landscape was rocked by a significant outage, precipitated by an update from CrowdStrike, a leader in cloud-delivered protection against cyber breaches. This incident not…

Taiwan’s Central Bank Announces No Set Timetable for Digital Currency Launch

Taiwan’s central bank announced on Sunday that there is no set timetable for the launch of a digital currency, emphasizing the “huge and complex” nature of the undertaking. Despite this,…

Window manufacturer supported by SoftBank to declare bankruptcy in an effort to reduce debt burden.

In a strategic move to alleviate its financial burdens, View Inc, a prominent window-maker with a unique sunlight-responsive technology, announced its decision to file for bankruptcy on Tuesday. This decision…

Bfree, a Nigerian tech startup that promotes ethical debt recovery, secures $3M in funding

In the bustling tech landscape of Nigeria, Bfree stands out as a beacon of innovation and ethical practice in the debt collection industry. Founded with the vision to revamp the…

India boosts space sector investment by increasing foreign funding limits

New Delhi, 22 Feb – India has ushered in a pivotal update to its foreign direct investment (FDI) policy within the space sector, aiming to magnetize global investors and corporations.…

Capital One’s Bold Move: Acquiring Discover to Reinvent the Payments Landscape

Capital One has recently unveiled a monumental $35.3 billion acquisition of Discover Financial, marking a strategic maneuver aimed not only at expanding its market share but also at safeguarding its…

7 Smart Strategies for Startup Funding

Ever wondered how some startups secure funding while others struggle to take off? The world of startup funding is a rollercoaster ride, with exhilarating highs and nerve-wracking lows. Are you…

ANZ Moves Forward with US$3.2 Billion Suncorp Acquisition Following Tribunal Victory

On February 20th, ANZ Group Holdings Ltd achieved a significant legal victory, overturning the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) previous decision to block its A$4.9 billion (US$3.2 billion) bid…

Sony’s Q3 earnings increase by 10%, with plans to list financial division by 2025.

To expand the initial summary into a more detailed analysis exceeding 1,000 words, we’ll delve deeper into Sony Corporation‘s third-quarter performance, focusing on the key drivers of its success, strategic…

Revenue in Malaysia’s services sector increased by 8% to a huge total of RM2.3 trillion in 2023.

In 2023, Malaysia’s services sector experienced a remarkable phase of growth, as delineated by the latest figures from the Department of Statistics. The sector’s total revenue surged to RM2.3 trillion,…

Revolut Revolutionizes Connectivity: Unveils UK Phone Plans, Pioneering Fintech Telecom

Revolut, a leading British fintech company, is launching innovative phone plans in the United Kingdom, as reported by CNBC. This initiative marks Revolut as the first financial services firm in…

Maybank IB forecasts an increase of RM24 million in ITMAX’s revenue for the years 2024 and 2025.

In a significant stride for Malaysia’s public space networked systems landscape, ITMAX System Bhd‘s recent procurement of Variation Order No. 7 (VO7) from Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) marks a…

Aozora Bank’s US Real Estate Losses Lead to 20% Share Plunge

Japan’s Aozora Bank Ltd., the country’s 16th largest by market value, has stunned investors with an announcement of expected fiscal year losses due to its investments in US commercial property.…

Global Banks Face $560 Billion Challenge in US Commercial Real Estate Market

The US commercial real estate market has been struggling since the COVID-19 pandemic began, with recent developments from New York Community Bancorp and Japan’s Aozora Bank Ltd emphasizing that the…

New Security Legislation in Hong Kong Spurs Concerns Among Financial Sector

John Lee, Hong Kong’s leader, has been working for the past year to rejuvenate the city’s business environment, heavily impacted by pandemic restrictions and China’s economic slowdown. However, the initiative…

China Vows to Continue Fiscal Expansion to Boost Economic Growth

The government plans to sustain a robust level of fiscal expenditure and continue transfer payments to local governments. The focal point of fiscal policy will be to expand domestic demand.…

Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates, Signals Cautious Stance on Near-Term Cuts

On February 1st, the Federal Reserve maintained its interest rates unchanged for the fourth consecutive meeting, indicating a potential openness to rate cuts in the future. However, Jerome Powell, the…

China Initiates Major Rural Bank Mergers in Response to Escalating Financial Risks

China is embarking on an unprecedented consolidation of its banking sector, targeting the integration of hundreds of rural lenders into larger regional entities. This move comes in response to escalating…

HSBC Incurs £57 Million Fine in the UK for Incorrectly Classifying Deposits

HSBC Holdings Plc has been subjected to a significant fine of £57.4 million (equivalent to $73 million) by UK regulatory authorities due to deficiencies related to how it classified deposits…