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AI demand drives chipmaker TSMC's net profit to fresh record

Taiwanese chip manufacturer TSMC said Thursday that net profit for January-March leaped to a fresh quarterly record, boosted by the race to develop artificial intelligence technology.

Chatbots at the ballot box: AI skirts Brazil election rules

"Chat, who is the best candidate?": Six months out from Brazil's presidential election, AI chatbots are still answering such questions in defiance of new electoral rules banning them from giving voting tips.

Threat of grounded planes nears as jet fuel supplies dwindle

Could planes soon be stuck on the ground due to a lack of fuel? The risk of jet fuel shortages is growing each day the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, although it isn't certain when exactly supplies will run out.

Val Kilmer returns via AI as filmmakers test Hollywood's red line

The first images of late American film star Val Kilmer returning to the big screen courtesy of artificial intelligence were unveiled Wednesday in Las Vegas, in what will likely stir debate over the technology's role in Hollywood.

China's economy beats forecasts, but war darkens outlook

China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year, with official data Thursday indicating resilience in the face of a Middle East crisis that threatens to hit global growth.

Tokyo record leads Asia stocks higher as Iran peace hopes grow

Japanese stocks hit a record high as Asian equities extended the week's rally Thursday on heightened optimism the United States and Iran will extend their ceasefire for further talks to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Fuel supply fears after blaze tears through crucial Australian refinery

Towering columns of fire have engulfed a crucial Australian oil refinery after a chain of explosions, authorities said Thursday as they warned of disruptions to domestic fuel supply.

FINTECH.TV Receives Official UAE Broadcasting License, Establishing Permanent Television Presence Across The United Arab Emirates

License issued by the UAE National Media Authority grants FINTECH.TV FZ-LLC the right to establish and operate a streaming platform across the United Arab Emirates, with studios launching in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Freedom Holding Corp. Acquires ChessBase, a Market Leader in Chess Software, Data and Content

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2026 / Freedom Holding Corp., the international investment and technology company, has announced the acquisition of ChessBase, one of the world's oldest and largest platforms specializing in chess software, analytics and database solutions. The company plans to strengthen the platform's market position through the broader deployment of artificial intelligence and its integration with the group's ecosystem. The expected investment in the project is approximately €5 million.

Instawork Robotics Lab Opens the Physical AI Economy to its 10 Million Workers

Robotics Certification Program Reaches More than 20,000 Instawork Pros in Its First Weeks; Hundreds of Thousands of Hours of Real-World Task Data Collected Every Month

BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs under 'financial pressures'

The BBC said on Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs amid a challenging media landscape.

Hormuz shipping muted as US blockade takes hold: tracking data

A trickle of ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz Tuesday and Wednesday as a US blockade appeared to further curb traffic in the trade route already paralysed by Iranian forces, marine tracking data showed.

Swiss watchmakers say time will tell on effects of Mideast conflict

The Middle East war has plunged Swiss watchmakers into uncertainty, testing the resilience of an iconic national industry already shaken by several crises.

World Bank announces water security plan covering one billion people

The World Bank announced a plan Wednesday that aims to improve secure water access for a billion people within the next four years.

Merz praises Lufthansa on centenary as strikes ruin party

Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday praised "the strategic importance" of Lufthansa as the German airline giant marked its centenary, but the celebrations were marred by a wave of recent strikes.

IMF chief warns of 'tough times' if oil prices stay high

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned Wednesday of difficult times ahead for the global economy if war in the Middle East is unresolved and oil prices stay high, adding that inflation risks could seep into food prices.

Starmer says 'won't yield' to Trump's Mideast war threats

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday said he would not "yield" to pressure to join the Iran war after US President Donald Trump threatened to scrap a UK trade deal.

Chinese suppliers, Mideast importers fret about war fallout on trade

Suppliers and buyers at a trade show in southern China were cautious on Wednesday as they weighed costs for ice cream machines, home appliances and cars that have risen since the start of the Middle East war.

Markets steadier on Mideast peace hopes, as war hits luxury goods

Markets largely steadied Wednesday as traders waited to see if Mideast peace talks resume, though share prices of Gucci parent Kering and French luxury group Hermes tumbled on weak earnings linked partly to the conflict's fallout.

EU says age-check app 'ready' in push to protect children online

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday that an EU-developed age verification app was ready to go, as the bloc pushes to better protect children from online harm.

The Middle East war: latest developments

The latest developments in the Middle East war:

French luxury firms Hermes, Kering knocked by disappointing sales

Shares in the French fashion groups Kering and Hermes plunged Wednesday after both reported sales that missed analyst expectations, in part due to the Middle East war, which has hit business in a key region.

Stocks rally, oil falls further as Trump fans fresh peace hopes

Stocks rose and crude dropped again Wednesday after Donald Trump said a second round of US-Iran talks could take place "over the next two days", fuelling hopes for a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow crude to flow again.

Kanye West postpones France concert after minister's block call

US rapper Kanye West postponed late Tuesday his concert in the French city of Marseille, following reports that the country's interior minister was seeking to block the performance.

Stocks rally, oil extends losses as Trump fans fresh peace hopes

Stocks rose and oil fell again Wednesday after Donald Trump said a second round of US-Iran talks could take place "over the next two days", fuelling hopes for a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow crude to flow again.

US lawmaker demands FIFA pay World Cup transport bill amid ticket hikes

A top US lawmaker called on FIFA to pay for World Cup public transportation costs on Tuesday following a report that local authorities in New Jersey are planning massive price hikes during the tournament.

TGI / Axina Group Inc. (AGI) Publishes "Terrain to Token" White Paper: Pioneering the Financialization of In-Ground Assets via AXERP AI-Tokenization

The proprietary AXERP (AI + ERP + Blockchain) ecosystem is designed to unlock trillions of dollars in stranded geological wealth by converting in-ground mineral forecasts into institutional-grade digital securities.

CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Oobli Sweet Proteins Announces Andean Regional Manufacturing Partnership with Magdalena's New Biochem Unit

Strategic collaboration expands protein technology footprint across Central and South America;Magdalena advances its diversification strategy from sugar production into high-value moleculesThis version contains an updated logo

Sport Beach is Back for Cannes 2026

SPORT BEACH will be joined by a star-studded roster of athletes, brands, and marketers, activating at the intersection of sport, culture, and creativity.Strategic partners include Adobe, Boardroom, PepsiCo, NBCUniversal with athletes Cooper Flagg, Lando Norris, Shaquille O'Neal, Naomi Osaka, Carlos Sainz, Lindsey Vonn, and more to come.

Fort Worth-Based Speed Fab-Crete Recently Completed Rowlett Fire and Police Station No. 5 at Sapphire Bay on Lake Ray Hubbard, Advancing Dallas-Fort Worth Public Safety Infrastructure and Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence

First New Police Facility in Rowlett Since 1994 Strengthens Emergency Response in Rapidly Growing Sapphire Bay District

EON Resources Inc. Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Call to be held Tuesday, April 28, 2026

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2026 / EON Resources Inc. (NYSE American:EONR) ("EON" or the "Company") is an independent upstream energy company with 20,000 leasehold acres in the Permian Basin. The fields have a total of 750 producing and injection wells producing over 1,000 barrels of oil per day. Today, the Company announced it will hold a Webcast (audio with presenters and slides) and teleconference call on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 2:30 pm EDT to review EON's financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.

Allied Universal Chief Security Officer Inducted Into Government Executive Hall of Fame

IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2026 / Allied Universal®,  the world's leading security and facility services company, is pleased to announce that its chief security officer, retired Major General William J. Walker U.S. Army, has been named to the Government Executive 2026 Hall of Fame for his distinguished federal law enforcement and military career.

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