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An AI 'gold rush.' What to know about OpenAI's record $40-billion funding round
The latest $40-billion investment round will bring the ChatGPT's valuation to $300 billion.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
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. - 5d -
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. - 4d -
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 - 3d -
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 - 2d -
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 - 1d -
Timberwolves sale: Marc Lore, Alex Rodriguez get ownership for $1.5 billion as Glen Taylor settles dispute
The $1.5 billion price tag is far below what other teams have sold for in recent yearsCBS Sports - 19h -
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. - 4d -
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 - 6d -
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 - 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 - 2d -
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 - 2d -
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 - 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 - Mar. 27 -
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. - 5d -
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 - 2d -
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 - 2d -
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 - 1d -
Trump Media Moves to Register the President’s $2 Billion in Shares Again
President Trump’s shares of the company have been held in a trust since he won the election last year. The stock has plunged 40 percent this year.The New York Times - 16h -
Former rugby player Petaia signs with Chargers
Former Australia rugby player Jordan Petaia signs with the Los Angeles Chargers as part of the NFL's International Player Pathway.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
🚨 Serie A announce contenders for March Player of the Month 🥇
Six players have been nominated for Serie A's Player of the Month award for March.Voting is now open in conjunction with EA Sports FC and a winner will be announced next week.The six players in ...Yahoo Sports - 48m -
Timberwolves-Pistons fight: Multiple players, coaches ejected
Multiple NBA players and coaches were involved in a scuffle that managed to spill into the crowd.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
There's plenty of talent on the baseball diamond so vote for the Player to Watch
You get to vote on the Baseball Player to Watch this spring.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Biggest cost from Trump’s tariffs is uncertainty for Asian carmakers
Companies forced to make billion-dollar bets in face of unpredictable politicsFinancial Times - 1d -
You decide: Vote for the Eagle-Gazette preseason Softball Player of the Year
There a ton of talent players and this is your chance to vote on who think is the best. Vote for the E-G preseason Softball Player of the Year.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
A former Lakers player has been elected into the Hall of Fame
One former Lakers player has reportedly earned the top honor a basketball player can receive.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Tariffs will likely raise much less money than White House projects, economists say
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said tariffs would raise about $600 billion to $700 billion a year. Economists say that's nearly impossible.CNBC - 18h -
Goodell: NFL players eye '28 Games participation
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday said the idea of NFL players competing in flag football in the 2028 Olympic Games has been a popular topic among the league's players and suggested it was ...ESPN - 1d -
🥇 Arsenal announce nominees for March Player of the Month
Four players are in contention for Arsenal's Player of the Month award for March.The Gunners went unbeaten in all four games last month, defeating Chelsea in a London derby and securing their ...Yahoo Sports - 1h -
🥇 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 - 1d -
Third Georgia basketball player enters transfer portal
Senior forward RJ Godfrey is seeking a transfer. He joins two other Georgia players that have entered the portalYahoo Sports - 1d -
Who are the Gaylord-area baseball players to watch in 2025?
Baseball season will (hopefuly) be here shortly in Northern Michigan. Here are the players from Gaylord, St. Mary and JoBurg to watch:Yahoo Sports - 2h -
What's the easiest hole at Augusta National for players in the Masters?
The easiest hole historically at the Masters comes early, giving players a chance to jumpstart their rounds.Yahoo Sports - 2h
