UK proposes ban on ransomware payments in critical sectors
The United Kingdom has launched a consultation to explore a ban that would prevent operators of critical national infrastructure from…
XRP spikes 12% as whales continue 'enormous accumulation' — Santiment
XRP’s price surged amid broader uncertainty in the crypto market, driven by aggressive whale accumulation and speculation about a possible…
New Zealand won’t ‘get rich’ by focusing trade in the South Pacific alone, PM says
New Zealand is the latest country to sign an economic partnership with the United Arab Emirates. ...
Microsoft pauses hiring in U.S. consulting unit as part of cost-cutting plan, memo says
Microsoft plans to pause hiring in part of its consulting business in the U.S., according to an internal memo, as…
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested as agencies probe his short-lived martial law decree
This was the second bid to arrest the impeached president, following a failed attempt on Jan. 3. ...
SEC sues Elon Musk, alleging failure to properly disclose Twitter ownership
The SEC on Tuesday filed a suit against Elon Musk, alleging the billionaire violated securities law by acquiring Twitter shares…
Meta announces 5% cuts in preparation for ‘intense year’ — read the internal memo
Meta will cut about 5% of its staff, focusing on its lowest-performing workers, CNBC confirmed. ...
Bombshell report details unsanitary conditions inside Boar’s Head plants
Department of Agriculture inspectors cited unsanitary conditions at a number of Boar's Head plants, beyond the one closed due to…
Three of McDonald’s CosMc’s in Texas closing a year after opening
Three locations of McDonald’s spinoff CosMc’s are slated to close. The fast-food giant also said it was adding two more…