Reported 9 months ago
Actor Wang Jing, along with Chen Bolin, Zhang Rongrong, and others, attended the Taipei Film Festival for the premiere of 'Tricks of the Master,' a film they had waited over three years to release. Wang Jing, who appeared drastically thinner, was initially nervous and speechless but later opened up, expressing her love for the film crew. Director Xu Hanqiang, known for the successful film 'Detention,' is not fazed by the expectations, describing this new project as a fresh start. Recent online discussions questioning Wang Jing's constant presence in various works were addressed by Xu Hanqiang, emphasizing the personalized casting process tailored to each character. The film is set to be released on August 7th.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
FTNN News Website reported on June 28, 2024, that according to the Ministry of Finance's list of winners for January and February, there were a total of 12 special prize winners of 10 million yuan each. The deadline for claiming the prize is July 5, and currently, 3 winners have not come forward to claim their prizes. One of them is a lucky individual who spent only 60 yuan on parking in Jincheng Parking Lot in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, and won the 10 million prize. The other two winners purchased electronic invoices for 125 yuan from a gas station in Taoyuan District, and 246 yuan from a FamilyMart store in Guangxi Road, Qianzhen District, Kaohsiung. They must claim their prizes by July 5.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
根據金融時報的報導，YouTube正在與Sony Muisc、環球音樂、華納唱片等公司洽談合作，計劃通過購買授權，將這些公司擁有的具版權音樂內容用於人工智慧培訓。然而，最終決定權仍掌握在音樂創作者手中，並且一些音樂創作者已聯合抵制使用人工智慧創作。因此，音樂業者偏向保護其內容版權，以避免影響其收入模式。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
A Redditor shared their experience of an entitled woman occupying their airplane seat on an 8-hour flight, insisting that they sit elsewhere. Despite feeling uncomfortable with confrontation, the flyer ultimately accepted the situation. Other Redditors offered advice on how to handle such situations, including asserting one's seat preference and involving a flight attendant. The incident highlighted the challenges of dealing with pushy passengers on flights.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Following the EU's new law requiring handheld devices and lightweight electric vehicles to have easily replaceable batteries, Apple is reportedly researching design plans to make it easier for users to replace iPhone batteries. The law aims to ensure consumer electronics can have batteries replaced easily to avoid discarding products due to battery malfunctions, spurring Apple to potentially introduce new battery design allowing for easier removal through a conductive method to peel off adhesives. Apple is expected to adjust battery removal methods and may need to change device disassembly methods as well in response to the EU legislation set to take effect in 2027, aligning with Apple's recent commitment to allow more third-party parts for iPhone repairs without software restrictions, possibly indicating an accelerated adjustment of product designs and practices to comply with the new law.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Poker Power, co-founded by Jen Adjust P Six, aims to teach women poker skills to enhance business and life skills, with poker developing traits like strong negotiation, risk-taking, and discipline essential for success in business. As Fourth of July approaches, Americans plan to spend around $90 on food, with beef prices up 4.9%, hot dogs up 7.3%, and chicken up 1.4%. Sides like potato chips are 2.7% more expensive, while soda costs more in cans due to the higher cost of aluminum. Wholesale retailers like Costco, Walmart, Sam's Club, and B J's Wholesale Club offer opportunities to get the best value, and tracking net worth helps gauge financial health by balancing assets and debts.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Nike's stock plummets after reporting lower than expected Q4 revenue and reducing its revenue outlook for 2025. The article also mentions the annual reconstitution of the Russell indexes, with attention on trending tickers like Tesla, Chewy, and Trump Media & Technology on Yahoo Finance. Notable guests for the day include Libby Cantrill from PIMCO, Will Rhind from GraniteShares, Alex Saunders from Citi Research, and Alex Thompson from Axios providing insights on various topics.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Shein 在申请伦敦上市的同时保留了在香港上市的备选选择，FT 报告指出。尽管两位消息人士周一告诉路透社，公司在六月向英国市场监管机构机密提交文件，为今年晚些时候潜在的伦敦上市开启流程。这一消息引发了英国一些人权团体的强烈反对，担忧 Shein 的劳工做法。虽然 Shein 的计划尚未最终确定，但 FT 的报告称，即使目前公司的焦点是伦敦，也不确定最终会在伦敦上市。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Patagonia, known for its employee-friendly policies allowing staff to have flexible work hours, is now facing overstaffing issues. The company asked a third of its customer service staff, which has been fully remote due to the pandemic, to relocate to designated hub cities in the U.S. or consider parting ways. This decision reflects the company's shift towards a new model and the importance of maintaining cultural aspects within the workforce, although some employees felt the timeline for the decision was rushed.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Rhonda Massie, the wife of U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, has passed away. Congressman Massie shared the news in a heartfelt social media tribute, honoring their 35-year love story and her remarkable achievements. The cause of death and her age were not immediately disclosed. Condolences poured in from fellow politicians and the community in Kentucky.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Alumis Inc.'s shares plummeted by 17% after the biopharmaceutical firm raised $250 million in a downsized initial public offering, along with a private placement. The company closed at $13.30 per share in New York post the IPO, translating to a market value of approximately $690 million. Alumis, based in South San Francisco, specializes in therapies for patients with immune-mediated diseases, with a focus on developing Tyrosine Kinase 2 inhibitor product candidates. Despite marketing shares at $16 to $18 each, the company only managed to sell 13.1 million shares at $16 each and 2.5 million shares in a concurrent private placement.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
During Google I/O 2024 on June 28, 2024, Google introduced the new open-source model Gemma 2 optimized for TPU and GPU acceleration, offering twice the model performance and support for up to 270 billion parameters. It also provides a smaller version with 90 billion parameters and will release a version with 26 billion parameters for mobile devices. Gemma 2 is accessible to developers and researchers through platforms like Kaggle and Colaboratory, boasting superior performance compared to other models and emphasizing security measures in its development and application.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
In this episode of Catalysts, Seana Smith and Madison Mills discuss the morning's market trends, including consumer sentiment data, the upcoming Russell reconstitution focusing on healthcare and tech sectors, and billionaire investments in space. The hosts also cover the downgrading of Alphabet stock and the $20 million settlement by UnitedHealth Group's subsidiary, OptumRx Inc., related to improper opioid prescriptions. The article also touches upon the potential impact of changing presidential dynamics on investments and market reactions, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the upcoming election.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2 has exceeded the lifetime global box office of the original film, reaching $863.1M worldwide in just 16 days of release. The sequel has already entered the top 10 animated films globally and the top 10 domestically, surpassing 2013’s Frozen. Despite facing challenges like the absence of the Russian market, the film is on track to potentially reach the $1B mark, becoming the fastest animated movie to do so.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
美國證券交易委員會表示，加密公司Consensys Software Inc.違反規定未登記為經紀人，並非法收取了數百萬美元的費用。SEC指出，Consensys在沒有適當監管的狀況下，為客戶處理了數百萬筆交易，並突出了該公司與所謂的「權益計畫」的合作。此案是SEC對數字資產行業持續打擊的最新案例。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Mashdigi update: June 28, 2024, 12:57 PM Google announced the strengthening of its translation services using the large-scale natural language model PaLM 2, introducing 110 new languages to Google Translate, focusing on enhancing many languages within Africa and even adapting Cantonese expressions in Chinese to align with translation customs in Hong Kong. This update significantly boosts translation capabilities and AI language learning since the last major update in May 2022, with Google employing PaLM 2 to improve translation quality by studying languages within language families closely. The update benefits approximately 614 million people globally (equivalent to 8% of the world's population), with a quarter of the new languages corresponding to those from Africa. The update includes the web version of Google Translate, as well as versions for iOS and Android platforms, enhancing accessibility across different devices and platforms.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
According to Marathon Asset Management's CEO, Bruce Richards, the private-credit market, which is currently valued at $1.7 trillion, has the potential to expand to $15 trillion in the next decade as lending diversifies. This growth is driven by factors like banks withdrawing from risky lending and increasing demand from investors like pension funds and insurers. Richards also foresees asset-backed lending becoming a $6 trillion market, emphasizing the significant potential of the private credit sector.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Former CEO Miguel Gutierrez of Brazilian retail giant Americanas was arrested in Madrid for his alleged involvement in a 25 billion reais ($4.5 billion) fraud scheme. The fraud involved falsifying financial results, inflating cash flow, insider trading, money laundering, and more. The investigation began in 2023 after a cash shortfall was disclosed. Gutierrez denies involvement, and Americanas' board has cooperated with the probe. Brazilian government awaits an extradition request, as Spain may refuse to extradite its nationals.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Source: BARRONS
Reported 9 months ago
The European Union is intensifying its examination of the AI industry, particularly focusing on Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI. The EU Commissioner disclosed that the deal is under fresh scrutiny to ensure it complies with merger regulations. The commission, led by Margrethe Vestager, is also investigating big AI companies like Google, Facebook, and TikTok, particularly probing into exclusivity clauses and potentially anticompetitive behavior. This indicates the EU's firm stance on regulating big tech and AI companies.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Pineapple, a popular influencer, decided to undergo laser eye surgery to correct his nearsightedness. During the procedure, nurses advised him to imitate Psyduck's daze, while the doctor recommended silently reciting Amitabha Buddha, leaving him perplexed. Pineapple shared his experience on social media, where he expressed his nervousness and the unconventional techniques recommended by the medical staff. The post garnered humorous reactions from netizens regarding his hospital attire and the unusual advice given to him.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
The Morning Brief video discusses the implications of the latest PCE data showing in line with expectations, insights from the Trump-Biden debate on immigration and economic conditions, and the impact of Nike's earnings report with lowered full-year guidance. Experts discuss how the PCE data could influence the Fed's monetary policy, potential implications of Joe Biden's debate performance and the chances of him being replaced, along with strategies for Nike to boost sales amid challenging consumer environments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Detroit is cracking down on business owners illegally posting signs in the city, with a suburban business owner, William Shaw, facing community service for posting signs for his plumbing company. The city has been aggressive in removing blight, demolishing structures, and clearing trash. The crackdown serves as a warning to other violators, with Shaw being the first of many targeted by the city in an effort to improve residents' quality of life and deter illegal advertising practices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Tori Spelling, known for her role in 90210, revealed on her misSPELLING podcast that she has kept two of her placentas in her freezer without remembering which child they belong to. She also disclosed that another placenta is stored at a friend's house. Spelling explained that keeping placentas for good luck is normal practice, mentioning various traditions such as consuming it or turning it into pills. She also mentioned that she and her ex-husband, Dean McDermott, had once consumed one of her placentas together.
Source: YAHOO