Blackstone acquires pet care app Rover in $2.3 billion all-cash deal
Private equity giant Blackstone will acquire the pet care app Rover in an all-cash deal valued at $2.3 billion, the companies announced Wednesday.
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US opens way for nuclear investment in energy-hungry Philippines
The United States on Thursday signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with the Philippines, clearing a path for US investment to jumpstart atomic power in a country racing to expand its electricity supply.
Nov 17, 2023
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Energy & Green Tech
UAE inaugurates giant solar plant, two weeks before climate talks
The United Arab Emirates inaugurated on Thursday one of the world's biggest solar plants, two weeks before the oil-rich Gulf state hosts UN climate talks.
Nov 16, 2023
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Long-haul carrier Emirates orders 15 Airbus A350 after engine dispute during Dubai Air Show
Long-haul carrier Emirates said Thursday it will purchase 15 additional Airbus A350-900s worth $6 billion after a spat between the airline and the European manufacturer went unusually public during this week's Dubai Air Show.
Nov 16, 2023
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Automotive
Rivian to end exclusivity with Amazon, allow other companies to buy its electric vans
Electric vehicle maker Rivian said Tuesday that it will allow other companies to purchase its fleet of delivery vans, ending an exclusive agreement with Amazon.
Nov 8, 2023
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Do you trust AI to write the news? It already is—and not without issues
Businesses are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to generate media content, including news, to engage their customers. Now, we're even seeing AI used for the "gamification" of news—that is, to create interactivity ...
Nov 6, 2023
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Swedish union widens strike for Tesla workers
Sweden's metalworkers union said Friday that it was expanding its strike against Tesla, a week after mechanics walked off the job over the electric carmaker's refusal to sign a collective wage agreement.
Nov 3, 2023
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Uber, Lyft to pay $328 mn to drivers after New York state probe
Uber and Lyft will pay $328 million to settle a New York probe alleging that the companies "cheated" drivers, in an accord that also establishes paid sick leave, state officials announced Thursday.
Nov 2, 2023
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