Stablecoin Tether promotes tech chief to CEO, taking over from mysterious crypto leader
In a surprise move, the chief technology officer of stablecoin firm Tether, Paolo Ardoino, has been promoted to CEO.
How Israel’s tech community is responding to the Israel-Hamas war
Amid the war, much of Israel’s tech community is still finding a way to push forward, according to a handful of tech community members CNBC spoke with.
Oil prices jump nearly 6% amid geopolitical tensions, post best day since April
Oil prices rose more than 5% on Friday as investors remained on edge about escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Canon, known for its cameras, launches ASML challenge with machine to make the most advanced chips
Canon, the Japanese firm best known for its cameras, launched a critical tool on Friday it says can help manufacture the most advanced semiconductors.
China gives Ehang the first industry approval for fully autonomous, passenger-carrying air taxis
Ehang shares have nearly doubled in price this year, before trading was temporarily halted Monday pending a significant announcement.
Poland’s elections could mark a crossroad for EU solidarity — and Ukraine support
The incumbent government has fallen out with Ukraine over grain and sparred with the EU; and its challenger is former European Council President Donald Tusk.
Russia can gain from Middle East turmoil — but it could backfire if the war spirals out of control
Russia stands to benefit from the Hamas-Israeli war but the conflict also carries big risks for Moscow, analysts say.
‘Time to set the record straight’: Saudi minister defends China’s lending to developing nations
Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister Mohammed al-Jadaan was speaking at a panel discussion at the IMF-World Bank joint conference in Morocco.
Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision Blizzard takeover approved by UK, clearing way for deal to close
Britain’s top competition watchdog gave the green light to Microsoft’s proposed $69 billion takeover of gaming firm Activision Blizzard Friday.
China’s exports and imports drop again in September
China’s trade slumped this year amid lackluster global demand for Chinese good and muted domestic demand.
