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Qualcomm CEO sees robotics as a ‘larger opportunity’ within 2 years
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon delivers a keynote speech at Computex in Taipei, Taiwan, May 19, 2025. Ann Wang | Reuters BARCELONA, Spain — Robotics will become a “larger opportunity” for Qualcomm within the next two years, CEO Cristiano Amon told CNBC, as the chip giant continues its foray into areas beyond the smartphone. In January, […]
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Iran war live updates: U.S. embassy in Riyadh hit by drones, Trump promises response ‘soon’
Trump touts ‘virtually unlimited’ U.S. munitions; UAE, Qatar deny weapons’ shortage President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. has a “virtually unlimited supply” of munitions as the war with Iran escalates. He added that the stockpiles “at the medium and upper medium grade” have never been higher or better. It was not immediately clear […]
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The big-box retailer Target will host an investor meeting at its Minneapolis headquarters. Source
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OpenAI’s Altman admits defense deal was ‘opportunistic and sloppy’ amid backlash
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addresses the gathering at the AI Impact Summit, in New Delhi, India, February 19, 2026. Bhawika Chhabra | Reuters OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said Monday that the company “shouldn’t have rushed” its recent deal with the U.S. Department of Defense and would make some revisions to the agreement. It comes after […]
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Amazon says drone strikes damaged 3 facilities in UAE and Bahrain
People walk by the exhibit for Amazon Web Services (AWS) at National Retail Federation (NRF) 2026: Retail’s Big Show, in New York City, U.S., Jan. 12, 2026. Kylie Cooper | Reuters Amazon Web Services said late Monday two of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and a facility in Bahrain were damaged by […]
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CNBC Daily Open: Markets digest U.S.-Iran war as conflict spreads
A general view of Tehran with smoke visible in the distance after explosions were reported in the city, on March 2, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. Contributor | Getty Images What you need to know today The first flights out of Dubai were cleared to depart since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, but service is […]
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South Korea defense stocks soar with heavyweight Hanwha Aerospace surging 22% as traders react to Iran war
A Cheongung missile launcher is displayed during the Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition (ADEX 2025) at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, on October 17, 2025. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images South Korean defense stocks saw massive gains on Tuesday after the country’s markets returned from a public holiday, as […]
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Supreme Court bars redrawing only Republican-held NYC congressional district for 2026 election
People walk near the U.S. Supreme Court, where justices are expected to issue opinions in pending cases, in Washington, D.C., U.S., Feb. 25, 2026. Kylie Cooper | Reuters The Supreme Court on Monday issued an order effectively barring the redrawing of the boundary lines of the only congressional district in New York City currently held […]
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Asia-Pacific markets extend losses as Iran conflict rages on; oil prices rise
A general view of Tehran with smoke visible in the distance after explosions were reported in the city, on March 2, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. Contributor | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets opened lower on Tuesday, as the conflict in Iran continues to rage on for a fourth day. Oil prices extended gains after Iran reportedly […]
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Next phase of Iran war ‘will be even more punishing’: Rubio, Trump officials brief Congress
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to reporters in a departure lounge before returning to Washington following meetings with Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders, at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, February 25, 2026. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday reiterated comments from President Donald […]
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