Strong Quarter, But Not Strong Enough Netflix (NFLX) topped Wall Street expectations for the second quarter of 2025, posting $11.08 billion in revenue a 17.3% year-over-year increase and earnings per share of $7.19, up from $4.88 a year ago. Despite the beat, shares slid more than 4% after the opening bell on Friday as investors […]
As Ramadan arrives in Lebanon, families prepare for the special tradition of iftar. But this year, the rising cost of food and inflation have made these meals harder to afford. The beloved gatherings to break the fast are now becoming a challenge for many families struggling to manage their budgets. Families Struggling to Adapt With […]
Rafic Hariri‘s name echoes in the hearts of the Lebanese people, not just as a political leader, but as a symbol of hope, resilience, and transformation. His vision for a prosperous Lebanon and his relentless efforts to rebuild a nation torn by conflict have left a mark on the collective memory of his people. Hariri’s […]
Trump Avoids Trade War with Canada and Mexico Last week, President Trump managed to avoid a trade war with Canada and Mexico. After months of tough talks, the three countries agreed on a new trade deal called the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). This deal replaces the old NAFTA agreement and aims to make trade between the […]
Lawsuit Against LinkedIn Over AI Training Dismissed A proposed class action lawsuit against LinkedIn, accusing the platform of misusing the private messages of its Premium customers to train generative artificial intelligence (AI) models, was dismissed after new evidence was presented. The lawsuit, filed by Alessandro De La Torre on January 2025, alleged that LinkedIn had […]
Melania Trump launched her own cryptocurrency, $MELANIA, just ahead of her husband Donald Trump’s inauguration [January 19]. This meme-based coin quickly gained popularity, trading at around $12.03 with a market cap of $1.9 billion on January 20. The introduction of $MELANIA had a significant impact on the crypto market, particularly on $TRUMP, the coin previously […]
E-commerce growth is exploding! It seems like everyone’s shopping online these days, and for excellent reason. Increased access to the internet and smartphones, the sheer convenience of online shopping, and exciting new technologies like mobile payments and AI are transforming how we buy and sell. Emerging economies are also rapidly joining the e-commerce revolution, further […]
Why is Bitcoin (BTC) Up Today? Bitcoin has rocketed past the $86,000 mark, stunning both crypto enthusiasts and traditional investors. But what’s fueling BTC’s upward trajectory? This latest surge is influenced by multiple factors, from economic uncertainties to geopolitical shifts, with the recent U.S. election outcomes also adding momentum. With prominent influencers like Elon Musk […]
General Catalyst’s Strategic Investment in Saudi Fintech Startup Lean Technologies Saudi Arabia’s fintech landscape has received a significant boost with the recent Series B funding of Lean Technologies, a financial infrastructure provider enabling secure data sharing across bank accounts. This marks the first investment in Saudi Arabia for venture capital giant General Catalyst, alongside prominent […]
The UAE. A name synonymous with luxury, towering skylines, and groundbreaking architecture. But beyond the glitz and glamour, the Emirates are quietly building a reputation as a global hub for innovation, technology, and business. 2025 is set to be a landmark year, with a calendar packed with events that spotlight the nation’s diverse sectors and […]
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