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OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 17h -
Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal
Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on FridayABC News - 4d -
OpenAI closes $40B funding round
OpenAI raised $40 billion from investors in its latest funding round, the ChatGPT maker announced Monday. The deal, which values the artificial intelligence (AI) company at $300 billion, was led ...The Hill - 11h -
Alphabet to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion
Google owner Alphabet has agreed to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billionABC News - Mar. 18 -
Ashton Hall’s Unconventional Morning Routine Has Drawn Nearly a Billion Views
Ashton Hall’s unconventional morning routine has drawn close to a billion views, and scores of copycat videos.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
Musk’s xAI Buys Social Media Platform X for $45 Billion
Elon Musk said on X that ‘xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.’ He bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.Inc. - 4d -
To Secure $40 Billion, OpenAI Must Complete For-Profit Transition by End-Year
SoftBank can reduce funding to $20 billion if OpenAI fails to fully transition by the deadline.Inc. - 3d -
Eight Watch Brands Now Sell $1 Billion a Year
There now are eight brands selling more than $1 billion each year. Experts say it means big brands are getting bigger and their products are getting pricier.The New York Times - 1d -
OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10 billion if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end
If OpenAI doesn't restructure into an independent for-profit company by Dec. 31, its mega-financing round could be slashed by $10 billion.CNBC - 1d -
DOGE Was Created to Save the Government Money. It May End Up Costing Billions Instead
DOGE reports it has saved $130 billion, but between lost tax income and severance costs, the unit may wind up costing the U.S.Inc. - 3d -
Meta's head of AI research announces departure
Meta’s head of artificial intelligence research announced Tuesday that she will be leaving the company.NBC News - 11h -
Trump set to unveil reciprocal tariffs in Wednesday announcement
President Donald Trump is expected to announce reciprocal tariffs on allies and adversaries worldwide, with the specifics under wraps until an announcement in the Rose Garden on Wednesday. The ...NBC News - 20h -
Purdue Pharma submits opioid lawsuit settlement plan, including up to $7 billion cash from Sacklers
Members of the Sackler family who own the OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma would hand over the company and up to $7 billion in cash in the latest plan to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of ...ABC News - Mar. 19 -
US gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion
The United States has given an initial approval for the energy-rich Mideast nation of Qatar to buy eight armed MQ-9B Predator drones for its military, an estimated purchase worth nearly $2 billionABC News - 5d -
The NHL and Rogers agree on 12-year, $7.7 US billion media rights deal in Canada, AP source says
The NHL has reached an agreement with Rogers Communications on a 12-year, $7.7 US billion media rights agreement in Canada, according to a person familiar with the deal. The contract is the latest ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
World Of Chel Season 3 Club Champions Announced
The Season 3 Club Champions have been announced in NHL 25 World of Chel.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NFL announces the Christmas Day tripleheader for 2025
The NFL announced the Christmas Day tripleheader for 2025, with two games on Netflix and the Thursday night game on Amazon Prime.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Former Oregon DL Tomuhini Topui announces commitment
Former Oregon Ducks 4-star DL commit Tomuhini Topui announces commitment to USC Trojans.Yahoo Sports - 10h -
Anthropic announces updates on security safeguards for its AI models
Anthropic on Monday announced updates to the "responsible scaling" policy for its AI.CNBC - 1d -
Trump expected to announce new sweeping tariffs on April 2
Ahead of President Trump’s promised tariff announcement on April 2, details on the specifics are still scant. The president has already announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and auto parts. NBC ...NBC News - 1d -
OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 Billion
The start-up’s valuation, which has nearly doubled in six months, shows continued enthusiasm for A.I. among investors.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump Administration Will Review Billions in Funding for Harvard
The move follows the cancellation of roughly $400 million in funding for Columbia and the suspension of $175 million for the University of Pennsylvania.The New York Times - 19h -
Freshman Colorado State men's basketball player announces intention to transfer
Freshman Jaden Steppe played in a reserve role to the Colorado State men's basketball team in 2024-25 and has announced his intention to transfer.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
5-star WR Chris Henry Jr. makes major recruiting announcement
5-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. announced some major recruiting news between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Oregon Ducks on Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Reciprocal tariffs for all nations to be announced
President Donald Trump administration will unveil its long-planned reciprocal tariffs this week. The president said Sunday that the tariffs would include all nations, not just those with which the ...NBC News - 1d -
🥇 Inter announce March Player of the Month
Inter have revealed that star defender Alessandro Bastoni has won the club's Player of the Month award for March.Ha brillato in campo e ha conquistato i vostri voti 🙌✨Il @Pirelli #POTM di marzo �...Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Ex-UFC welterweight, new dad Jared Gooden announces MMA retirement
After more than 30 professional fights, including seven in the UFC, welterweight Jared Gooden said it's time for him to hang up the gloves. Gooden (23-11) announced his retirement in a social media ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER: All-District 2-6A team announced
Mar. 31—The All-District 2-6A girls soccer team was recently announced which featured three Permian players earning superlative awards. Permian's Halee Lancaster was named the Midfielder of the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
The Beatles: actors playing the Fab Four in Sam Mendes’ biopics announced
All four Beatles biopics, focusing on each member of the band, will be released in cinemas in April 2028. The cast of Sam Mendes’ four upcoming Beatles biopics has been officially announced, with ...The Guardian - 1d -
Who is playing your favorite Beatle? Star-studded biopic cast announced
LAS VEGAS — Hollywood studio executives are making their case for theatergoing with a little help from John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr — along with the newly announced ...NBC News - 20h -
USWNT great Alex Morgan, husband Servando Carrasco announce birth of second child
Alex Morgan had a son named Enzo, she announced on Instagram, joining her 4-year-old daughter Charlie.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ex-Falcons fourth-round pick announces retirement after 5 NFL seasons
Former Falcons fourth-round pick announces retirement after 5 NFL seasonsYahoo Sports - 1d -
Matchup Roundup: New UFC, PFL fights announced in the past week (March 24-30)
MMA fight announcements are hard to follow. With so many outlets and channels available, it’s nearly impossible to organize.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Trump Administration Abruptly Cuts Billions From State Health Services
States have been told that they can no longer use grants that were funding infectious disease management and addiction services.The New York Times - 6d -
SpaceX Faces Fresh Competition for $5.6 Billion in Government Contracts
Rocket Lab and startup Stoke Space were selected to compete for Department of Defense contracts through 2029.Inc. - 4d -
Real Estate Fund Exceeds $2.5 Billion for Affordable Housing
The size of the fund, which is run by the Vistria Group, highlights how investors see an opportunity to address the nation’s housing crisis.The New York Times - 1d -
A Quarter-Billion Dollars for Defamation: Inside Greenpeace’s Huge Loss
A pipeline company’s lawsuit against the environmental group could chill free speech, experts said. First Amendment issues are likely to figure prominently in an appeal.The New York Times - 1d -
Professors Pushed Harvard to Resist Trump. Now Billions Are on the Line.
Harvard, the wealthiest school in the world, sought compromise amid pressure to do more to combat antisemitism. The Trump administration is examining its funding anyway.The New York Times - 14h -
As Lady Gaga announces Mayhem Ball tour, surf company says she lifted its Mayhem trademark
Lady Gaga's announcement of the Mayhem Ball tour comes a day after Mother Monster was sued by a California surf company that uses 'Mayhem' as its logo.Los Angeles Times - 6d
