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ASML Records Tripling of Orders in Q4, Signaling Semiconductor Industry Rebound
ASML Holding NV, a pivotal player in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, has recently reported a record-breaking surge in orders, indicating a robust resurgence in parts of the semiconductor sector. 
ASML Holding NV, a pivotal player in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, has recently reported a record-breaking surge in orders, indicating a robust resurgence in parts of the semiconductor sector. -
OnePlus Unveils Competitive Pricing for OnePlus 12 and 12R in US Market
OnePlus, a prominent player in the smartphone market, is set to release its latest flagship model, the OnePlus 12, in the United States. Priced at $800, the phone offers competitive features that rival some of the most expensive devices in the market, including the $1,300 Samsung Galaxy S24 and the $1,000 Pixel 8 Pro. 
OnePlus, a prominent player in the smartphone market, is set to release its latest flagship model, the OnePlus 12, in the United States. Priced at $800, the phone offers competitive features that rival some of the most expensive devices in the market, including the $1,300 Samsung Galaxy S24 and the $1,000 Pixel 8 Pro. -
FTC Cracks Down on Intuit's Misleading 'Free' TurboTax Ads
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has delivered a decisive blow against Intuit, the company behind the widely used tax filing software TurboTax, for its "deceptive advertising" practices. 
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has delivered a decisive blow against Intuit, the company behind the widely used tax filing software TurboTax, for its "deceptive advertising" practices. -
China's Gaming Regulator Withdraws Proposed Spending Curbs, Market Reacts Positively
In a surprising turn of events, China's gaming regulator, the National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA), has withdrawn its contentious draft rules aimed at curbing excessive gaming spending and addiction. This decision, which was reflected in the removal of the draft rules link from the NPPA's website, resulted in a significant boost in shares of leading gaming companies like Tencent Holdings and NetEase. 
In a surprising turn of events, China's gaming regulator, the National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA), has withdrawn its contentious draft rules aimed at curbing excessive gaming spending and addiction. This decision, which was reflected in the removal of the draft rules link from the NPPA's website, resulted in a significant boost in shares of leading gaming companies like Tencent Holdings and NetEase. -
Russian Hackers Breach Microsoft Senior Leadership Email Accounts
Microsoft has reported a significant cybersecurity breach involving Russian state-sponsored hacking group Midnight Blizzard, also known as Nobelium. The group gained access to the email accounts of Microsoft's senior leaders, including members of its cybersecurity and legal departments, in an attack first detected on January 12, 2024. The breach recalls the group's previous infamous SolarWinds attack in 2020. 
Microsoft has reported a significant cybersecurity breach involving Russian state-sponsored hacking group Midnight Blizzard, also known as Nobelium. The group gained access to the email accounts of Microsoft's senior leaders, including members of its cybersecurity and legal departments, in an attack first detected on January 12, 2024. The breach recalls the group's previous infamous SolarWinds attack in 2020. -
TikTok Undertakes Layoffs Amidst Tech Industry Downturn
The global technology landscape is witnessing a significant workforce reduction, and the latest to join this trend is the popular video-sharing platform TikTok. According to employee reports, TikTok is laying off approximately 60 employees, primarily from its sales and advertising division. 
The global technology landscape is witnessing a significant workforce reduction, and the latest to join this trend is the popular video-sharing platform TikTok. According to employee reports, TikTok is laying off approximately 60 employees, primarily from its sales and advertising division. -
Sony Abandons $10 Billion Merger with Zee, Citing Unmet Conditions
Sony Group's ambitious plan to merge its Indian unit with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, forming a $10 billion media giant, has unexpectedly collapsed. 
Sony Group's ambitious plan to merge its Indian unit with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, forming a $10 billion media giant, has unexpectedly collapsed. -
Palworld Faces Backlash for Pokémon-Like Character Designs Amid Rising Popularity
The recent emergence of "Palworld" has garnered significant attention, particularly for its striking resemblance to the iconic "Pokémon" series. 
The recent emergence of "Palworld" has garnered significant attention, particularly for its striking resemblance to the iconic "Pokémon" series. -
TSMC Posts Strong Q4 Results, Defying Economic Headwinds
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported stronger-than-expected profits and revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite weaker macroeconomic conditions, TSMC's performance underscores the company's robust position in the semiconductor industry. 
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported stronger-than-expected profits and revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite weaker macroeconomic conditions, TSMC's performance underscores the company's robust position in the semiconductor industry. -
Samsung Galaxy S24's AI Features: Free Now, But Not Forever
Samsung Electronics Co. has recently made a significant splash in the smartphone market with the launch of its Galaxy S24 series, featuring an array of advanced AI-powered functionalities. However, in a surprising turn of events, it appears these cutting-edge features might not remain free indefinitely. 
Samsung Electronics Co. has recently made a significant splash in the smartphone market with the launch of its Galaxy S24 series, featuring an array of advanced AI-powered functionalities. However, in a surprising turn of events, it appears these cutting-edge features might not remain free indefinitely.
