LIS Technologies and NANO Nuclear Energy have been awarded contracts by the U.S. Department of Energy, as part of a $3.4 billion initiative spread over 10 years, to fuel nuclear advancements.

DOE Awards $3.4B Contracts to LIS Technologies and NANO Nuclear for Uranium Program

Ro partners with Eli Lilly to offer affordable Zepbound vials for weight loss, providing a seamless patient experience through integrated diagnosis and prescription services on a single platform.

Ro and Eli Lilly Partner to Offer Affordable Zepbound Vials for Weight Loss

Coca-Cola has divested a 40% stake in its Indian bottling business, HCCBL, to Jubilant Bhartia Group. This move supports Coca-Cola's asset-light strategy aimed at refreshing the world with impactful engagements.

Coca-Cola Sells 40% Share in Indian Bottling Arm to Jubilant Bhartia Group

China's market watchdog has ordered PDD Holdings to revise its refunds-first policy amidst growing merchant discontent, highlighting issues surrounding the practice which negatively impacts small businesses.

China Orders Temu-Owner PDD to Revise Controversial Refunds Policy Amid Merchant Backlash

A federal judge has blocked Kroger's acquisition of Albertsons, citing antitrust concerns impacting U.S. grocery market competition.

Federal Judge Blocks Kroger’s $24.6 Billion Deal with Albertsons

Biden plans to block Nippon Steel's purchase of US Steel for $14.1 billion over national security concerns. CFIUS panel to refer decision soon. Litigation likely if deal is blocked.

Biden Set to Block Nippon Steel's $14.1 Billion Acquisition of US Steel on Security Grounds

Nvidia faces a potential $1 billion fine as China's regulator probes its Mellanox acquisition under antitrust laws. This could mark a retaliatory response to U.S. chip restrictions.

Nvidia Faces China Antitrust Probe; Potential $1 Billion Fine Looms

Amazon and Intuit expand their partnership to integrate financial management tools into Amazon Seller Central, enabling sellers to streamline operations, improve profitability, and access capital with ease starting mid-2025.

Amazon and Intuit Revolutionize Seller Central with Innovative Financial Solutions Integration

Mondelez International is exploring a takeover of Hershey, potentially creating a $50 billion food giant. Talks are in preliminary stages, with Hershey Trust's backing crucial for the deal's success.

Mondelez Explores Acquisition of US Chocolate Giant Hershey

Omnicom Group is in advanced talks to acquire Interpublic Group, potentially forming the world's largest ad company amid a rapidly changing industry landscape driven by technology.

Omnicom and Interpublic Nearing Historic Merger to Create World's Largest Ad Conglomerate - WSJ

China unveils plans for fiscal stimulus and rate cuts to spur growth, as stated at the Central Economic Work Conference. The government aims to meet next year's economic targets amid looming domestic and international challenges.

China Plans Fiscal Stimulus Boost and Rate Cuts to Revitalize Economy by 2025

The US plans to tighten AI chip export controls to stop China's access via third-party nations, aiming to maintain AI leadership amidst escalating chip-related tensions.

US Ramps Up Restrictions on AI Chip Access for China via Third-Party Nations - SCMP

Tesla Inc. (TSLA) stock surges to $415, surpassing its previous all-time high, driven by robust sales in China, analyst optimism, and advancements in AI technology.

Tesla Stock Hits Record High Amid Strong China Sales and Analyst Optimism

Google introduces Gemini 2.0, a cutting-edge AI model enhancing agentic capabilities and multimodality, reshaping AI applications and experiences across various domains including search, coding, and gaming.

Google Unveils Gemini 2.0: Pioneering AI Model for the Agentic Era

The Bank of Canada lowers its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 3.25% as it strives to foster economic growth amid global uncertainties and stabilize inflation around the 2% target.

Bank of Canada Slashes Interest Rate by 50 Basis Points to Boost Economic Growth

November's US inflation rate reached 2.7%, aligning with expectations. This fuels predictions of a 25 basis-points rate cut in December, as economic data supports easing.

US Inflation Data Aligns; December Rate Cut Almost Certain as CPI Matches Estimates

General Motors is pulling out of the robotaxi market, refocusing on autonomous technology for future car models amid competitive pressures and costly developments.

GM Withdraws from Costly Robotaxi Market, Refocuses on Core Car Business

Amazon launches Amazon Autos, enabling customers in 48 US cities to purchase Hyundai cars seamlessly online from local dealers, offering a transparent, hassle-free buying experience similar to traditional Amazon shopping.

Amazon Partners with Hyundai to Sell Cars Online in 48 US Cities Today

Sora, the advanced video generation model, progresses from research phase to public release. New features include high-resolution video creation, novel interfaces, and the faster Sora Turbo available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users.

Sora Video Generation Model Moves Out of Research Preview with Launch of Sora Turbo

Google's Quantum AI announces Willow, a quantum chip showcasing exceptional error correction and computational speed. Willow computed in minutes what would take supercomputers septillion years, marking a leap in quantum computing potential.