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A set of YieldMax option income ETFs reported weekly dividend declarations for multiple holdings, including MSFT, MRNA, MARA and broader fund families.

Microsoft will maintain its rights to ad­dress shareholder proposals through 2027 even as the SEC reduces certain oversight elements, with the market noting a softer share move despite an affirmative stance from an influential analyst on valuation.

Microsoft reportedly reduced its Xbox workforce by 268 roles as Activision assumes oversight of Halo-related development, marking a consolidation move within the gaming division amid broader corporate realignments.

U.S. federal prosecutors in Manhattan are examining whether Binance knowingly allowed users to bypass U.S. sanctions on Iran, with the investigation ongoing and details sparse.

The ECB notes that surging wholesale natural gas prices are likely to feed into consumer energy costs more quickly than in prior cycles, accelerating inflation in the euro area.

Wire reports indicate Tesla is enduring a high-profile trial addressing allegations of racial bias against Black workers, complementing a multi-year pattern of related lawsuits.

Nscale, a neocloud platform backed by Nvidia, announces an initial public offering with plans to list on the NYSE under the ticker NSCL as its pipeline exceeds $100 billion.

As 5% yields on government bonds emerge, observers say Buffett’s stock-yardstick remains salient, with the guaranteed return now appearing more attractive than many S&P 500 valuations.

Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang forecasts chip sales will double next year, signaling ongoing expansion over six quarters and reinforcing momentum in the AI semiconductor market.

U.S. stocks recovered ground after the Federal Reserve's rate move, with major indices advancing while Canadian shares track ripple effects in banks and energy.

A German court has ruled that Meta is liable for counterfeit or misleading advertisements appearing on its Facebook and Instagram platforms, marking a notable ruling on platform advertising integrity within the country.

Equities advanced after the Federal Reserve announced a rate increase, with traders reassessing inflation risks and signaling a shift in policy stance.

The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% following a 6-3 MPC vote, while the FTSE 100 rose on the back of softer oil prices and lower bond yields.

Tesla partners with Forum Mobility to broaden its California truck charging network, focusing on infrastructure expansion for commercial electric freight operations.

GMI Cloud is pursuing a financing arrangement valued at about $300 million to support a Thailand facility that will deploy Nvidia chips, according to wire reports on the matter.

Stocks edge higher ahead of the Fed decision, with investors weighing the AI infrastructure demand story tied to Nvidia and Dell as a backdrop to the policy outlook.

Apple is reportedly evaluating a return to the server market with plans that may involve in-house processors and Nvidia networking gear for AI-focused data centers.

Analyst Ed Yardeni lowers his S&P 500 target to 7,900 amid rising bond yields, urging caution in equities.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is set to join a state dinner hosted by President Trump for Chinese leader Xi, a high-visibility appearance as AI policy tensions and tech industry warnings surface ahead of major policy debates.

A regulatory body in India has broadened its inquiry into how Apple presents software warranty terms to users, expanding the scope of its examination and requesting information from the company as part of the ongoing review.

Reports indicate Tesla is accelerating Optimus production with a planned customer rollout in 2027, while separate coverage discusses how AI data centers could influence electricity costs for consumers.

X Corp and SpaceXAI have reportedly resolved an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging improper practices related to integrating ChatGPT into Apple devices.

Markets respond to Apple’s foldable debut with Samsung’s counterplay while crude oil pushes above $100 and investors position for a potential Federal Reserve rate increase.

Hong Kong authorities advise banks on handling raid-style inquiries amid rising scrutiny of share sales, as the Hang Seng Index slices through three down sessions near 24,950.

Nvidia’s leadership signals cybersecurity as the forthcoming key application area for AI, with the company’s growth outlook highlighted as promising on the AI frontier.

Bank of America officials say rising bond yields aren’t threatening AI-related trading activity, while consumer spending and credit conditions stay healthy despite higher gasoline costs.

European markets held a cautious tone as the ECB raised rates by a quarter-point to 2.50% and avoided signaling a specific future path, with equities like France’s CAC 40 edging higher ahead of the decision.

U.S. antitrust regulators are examining Nvidia's licensing agreement with AI startup Groq, a probe that centers on a multibillion-dollar deal and potential competitive implications.

Nvidia announces partnerships with Australian entities to boost local data-center and AI factory capacity, as the Australian market trades lower following mixed global signals.

Apple unveils a foldable iPhone Duo and a refreshed iPhone 18 Pro lineup in its first product event led by CEO John Ternus, signaling a potential shift toward broader hardware innovation.