Software Stocks Are Divided as AI Creates a Deep Rift Between ‘Haves’ and ‘Have Nots’ The software industry is no longer unified. Barchart · Aug 28
Oracle 6 a.m. layoff notice: The letter that shocked thousands on March 31. Now many fear they would get one on September 1 On March 31, Oracle executed a massive layoff, affecting thousands of employees worldwide. Notices were sent through email, indicating that numerous positions had been removed. Many workers found their system access terminated almost immediately. Additionally, speculation arises about another significant round of layoffs potentially hitting around September 1, largely attributed… The Economic Times · Aug 28
'Nvidia is Wildly Undervalued': Michael Burry Goes Long Despite Shuttering His Hedge Fund Over AI Bubble Fears Michael Burry bought Nvidia call options as a hedge against his AI short positions. He has repeatedly warned of an AI bubble and how tech firms use accounting tricks to inflate balance sheets. International Business Times UK · Aug 27
US Stock Market: Software stocks brace for more volatility as AI uncertainty grows US software stocks remain volatile as investors weigh AI disruption risks against strong earnings growth. With momentum trading, leveraged ETFs and options amplifying market moves, upcoming results from Salesforce, CrowdStrike and Oracle could offer fresh clues on the sector’s outlook and whether earnings can keep pace with elevated expectations. The Economic Times · Aug 27
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang eats dinner with someone ‘and their stock price doubles the next day’ People want to know where the CEO is dining, and more importantly, who he's with. Fortune · Aug 27
Nvidia’s Biggest Customers Face a Painful New AI Bill Nvidia server prices are jumping more than 15% as memory costs soar, and Microsoft, Google, and Oracle are already feeling the heat. Barchart · Aug 26
“My father could not read and write”: How Dolly Parton’s father inspired her global literacy mission that has sent 270 million books to kids across US, UK, Canada Dolly Parton’s lifelong philanthropy was deeply inspired by her father, who could not read or write. Her personal mission evolved into the Imagination Library, which now operates in thousands of communities across the US, UK, Canada, Ireland and Australia, giving millions of children access to free books. The Economic Times · Aug 26
Is Mark Ruffalo Antisemitic? Actor Calls Accusation 'Appalling' While Torching $111 Billion Merger Mark Ruffalo defends his criticism of Israeli PM and Paramount's merger, rejecting antisemitism claims. His social media posts highlight concerns over humanitarian issues and corporate influence. International Business Times UK · Aug 26
In a divided America, the left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers In the small Nebraska village of Murdock, now-paused plans for two potential data centers have sparked the kinds of debates that have raged in cities and towns across the country — and often cut across ideological lines The Independent UK · Aug 26
Hannah Einbinder defends Mark Ruffalo as Paramount ‘antisemitic’ row explodes The Hacks star has publicly supported the Marvel actor after his criticism of the Ellison family and the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger triggered a bitter dispute. BANG Premier · Aug 25
Nancy Pelosi Invests Heavily in Intel, Bloom Energy: Both Receive Major Trump Admin Support Nancy Pelosi ramped up investments in red-hot Bloom Energy and Intel stocks, which are directly benefiting from the AI boom and continued support from the Trump Administration. International Business Times UK · Aug 25
Tech layoffs 2026: More than 175,000 workers laid off as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, TikTok, Uber, LinkedIn as dozens of companies cut jobs amid AI boom Tech layoffs are accelerating in 2026 as big companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, Linkedin, TikTok, Visa and dozens of other mega companies have announced slashing of jobs. Here's why AI, restructuring, cost-cutting and changing business priorities are reshaping the technology workforce. More than 175,000 technology workers had… The Economic Times · Aug 25
Samsung, SK Hynix stand to benefit as Nvidia AI server costs surge Server manufacturers notified major data center customers, including Microsoft, Google, and Oracle, that prices for Nvidia-based AI systems would rise by more than 15% in many cases for shipments starting in early 2027. The price adjustments affected systems built on Nvidia's next-generation Vera Rubin and current Grace Blackwell platforms, with… The Economic Times · Aug 25
Mark Ruffalo fires back at Paramount Skydance after it accuses him of using ‘antisemitic tropes’ Actor says highlighting role of Oracle CEO Larry Ellison in media company’s merger with Warner Bros Discovery has been ‘dishonestly framed as being anti-Israel’ The Guardian - AU · Aug 24
Fortune · Aug 23 The tax escape map: Billionaires are bolting for Florida from the West Coast and taking some $29 billion in tax revenue with them Driven partly by proposed wealth taxes, some of America’s richest people have poured hundreds of millions of dollars into waterfront Florida real estate.
The Independent UK · Aug 23 Mark Ruffalo hits out at Paramount over ‘appalling’ and ‘dishonest’ antisemitism accusation 'Avengers' star has been embroiled in a dispute amid the studio's controversial merger with rival company Warner Bros
BANG Premier · Aug 22 Mark Ruffalo slammed by Paramount over ‘bridge too far’ merger attack The Hollywood star has become embroiled in a public dispute with the studio over his extraordinary attack on their business dealings.
Barchart · Aug 22 Powerful Growth, Multiple Endorsements Bode Well for Oracle Stock ORCL stock also has an attractive valuation and plenty of Wall Street support.
Fortune · Aug 21 CFO turnover at America's largest companies is on pace to hit 18.3%—the highest since the pandemic The next generation of CFOs stepping in may be younger and less experienced.
The Economic Times · Aug 21 Oracle layoffs August 2026 update: Which employees are at ‘high risk’ as fresh cuts loom and what could the severance package look like? Oracle layoffs 2026: Oracle layoffs could be back, with some teams reportedly facing double-digit cuts as employees worry about job security.Managers have reportedly been asked to identify roles that could be eliminated in another restructuring round.Here’s what employees need to know about who may be at “high risk” and the…
MarketBeat · Aug 20 The Trade Desk’s Earnings Miss Raises a Bigger Question About Its AI Future The Trade Desk shares hit a seven-year low after missed Q2 earnings and weak guidance, as AI-driven search and walled-garden platforms threaten its ad tech business model.
The Economic Times · Aug 20 12 days to go: Oracle employees may be staring at another '6 am layoff notice' on September 1 Oracle is allegedly gearing up for a new phase of job cuts, with managers instructed to pinpoint roles for elimination by September 1. This move comes on the heels of sizable workforce reductions and substantial investments in artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, their cloud infrastructure revenue is experiencing rapid growth, although Oracle…
International Business Times UK · Aug 19 AI Now Decides Who Gets Fired at Major US Firms as 43% Managers Let It Make Layoff Calls Alone A survey reveals that 59% of US managers use AI in layoff decisions, with 43% allowing AI to finalise decisions without human review.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 19 Ninja Luxe Cafe review: a do-it-all espresso machine at a bargain price – but far from perfect Ninja’s assisted machine will make every coffee you crave at hundreds of pounds cheaper than some of its rivals, although you’ll have to put up with a few quirks
Benzinga · Aug 18 AI's Half-Trillion-Dollar Borrowing Binge Is Competing With Uncle Sam for Bond Buyers Four companies are driving most of the fresh corporate bond supply tied to the AI buildout. Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) and Oracle Corp. (NYSE:ORCL) sold about $194 billion of bonds in 2026 through early July, up 79% from roughly $108 billion for all…