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AI coding tool developer Cursor is nearing a major funding round aiming to raise at least $2 billion, with a pre-money valuation reaching $50 billion. Led by top-tier VCs with strategic participation, the company has seen explosive revenue growth and achieved profitability in key segments.
Read MoreAnalysts highlight persistent major hurdles ahead of potential new Iran-US talks. Key disputes center on Strait of Hormuz security, handling of enriched uranium, and sustainability of the Lebanon-Israel truce, casting doubt on negotiation prospects.
Read MoreThe U.S. Treasury has issued a general license permitting the delivery and sale of Russian crude oil and petroleum products that were already loaded and at sea between April 17 and May 16, creating a temporary compliance window.
Read MoreA new financial tagging feature on X platform has demonstrated significant market impact. Product lead data reveals it facilitated nearly $1 billion in trading-related activity globally within days of its pilot launch, marking a breakthrough in integrating social media with real-time financial data services.
Read MoreIranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has publicly dismissed seven recent statements by former US President Donald Trump as entirely false. This response highlights escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
Read MoreThe lead for OpenAI's Sora video generation platform has departed. This is part of a strategic shift to streamline projects and refocus resources on programming and enterprise applications, signaling a clearer commercialization path.
Read MoreA senior Iranian diplomat has firmly rejected short-term truces, stating they prolong instability. Iran demands a comprehensive and permanent end to hostilities across all conflict zones, from Lebanon to the Red Sea, to break the cycle of violence.
Read MoreBitcoin failed to hold above $77,000, quickly pulling back to around $76,950. Its 24-hour gain narrowed to 2.66% amid significantly increased market volatility, prompting calls for cautious risk management.
Read MoreThe next phase of in-person negotiations between the United States and Iran may be imminent. Reports indicate the US is preparing to dispatch a high-level delegation in the coming days to resume talks, aiming for a long-term agreement. While the exact date is pending, discussions could restart as soon as the 20th, potentially involving key figures like Vice President Vance. This marks a pivotal and uncertain juncture in bilateral diplomatic engagement.
Read MoreFormer U.S. President Trump recently announced that his administration uncovered numerous "very interesting" documents related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). He pledged that the first batch of these files will be declassified and released soon, reigniting public fascination and debate over government-held secrets.
Read MoreLatest market pricing indicates a near-certain 99.5% probability the Fed holds rates steady in April. Attention shifts to June, where a 94.1% chance of unchanged policy remains, though a slight possibility of rate cuts emerges, signaling evolving market expectations.
Read MoreMeta disclosed a $2.3 billion payment to Broadcom in FY2025 for chip design and components. The companies are expanding their partnership to co-develop Meta's next-generation AI chips, with Broadcom's CEO joining Meta's board, solidifying their strategic alliance in AI hardware.
Read MoreThe Crypto Council for Innovation has acquired the Digital Energy Council, marking its first expansion into energy policy. The move aims to address energy supply, grid stability, and national security issues related to crypto mining, data centers, and high-performance computing.
Read MoreRhea Finance's post-mortem reveals losses surged to $184 million, far exceeding initial estimates. The attacker used sophisticated methods to drain protocol funds. Approximately $112 million has been recovered or frozen, with investigations ongoing.
Read MoreIran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson has firmly rejected proposals to ship enriched uranium abroad, stating compensation for Iranian losses is a central issue in negotiations with the US. He claims the negotiation framework is clear, while the US has expressed contrasting intentions, highlighting a diplomatic standoff.
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