Bloomberg News reports that China is preparing a $295 billion plan to fund a nationwide artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout.

Yum! Brands is reportedly in exclusive discussions to sell its Pizza Hut division to investment firm LongRange Capital, according to recent reports from Bloomberg News and Reuters.

Lantheus Holdings, a radiopharmaceutical company, is reportedly considering a potential $7 billion sale following an offer from Curium Pharma, according to a Bloomberg News report.

The founders of China's Manus are reportedly seeking to raise $1 billion to unwind Meta's takeover of their company. This move aims to reverse the acquisition.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly preparing a plan that would allow for the trading of crypto versions of traditional stocks.

SpaceX shareholders have reportedly given their approval for a 5-for-1 stock split, as reported by Bloomberg News.

Arm Holdings is reportedly facing a US antitrust probe concerning its chip technology, according to Bloomberg News.

China wants Strait of Hormuz open free of curbs, USTR Greer tells Bloomberg News Reuters

Microsoft's planned data center project in Kenya is reportedly facing significant delays due to unresolved payment demands. This issue is hindering the progress of the major infrastructure development in Africa.

Microsoft is reportedly considering delaying or withdrawing from its 2030 clean energy goal, as the rapidly increasing energy consumption associated with its artificial intelligence infrastructure poses a significant challenge, according to Bloomberg News.

Bloomberg News reports that China plans to curb US investment in its technology companies, signaling potential new restrictions in the tech sector.

Deutsche Telekom is reportedly exploring a potential merger with T-Mobile, according to Bloomberg News.

Citadel Securities has presented a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a pilot program involving lower tick sizes.

A Russian Baltic port has reportedly resumed crude oil loading operations after experiencing recent attacks, according to Bloomberg News.

Oracle (ORCL) has begun cutting thousands of jobs as its data center expenses climb, with reports from Bloomberg News and CNBC confirming the anticipated layoffs are hitting thousands of employees as the company's spending on AI infrastructure soars.

Bloomberg News reports that Citigroup is weighing the possibility of acquiring a US regional bank, a move that could reshape the banking landscape.

KKR-backed OHB is reportedly tapping banks to facilitate a share sale, according to Bloomberg News.

OpenAI's nonprofit division has appointed new leaders and announced plans to spend at least $1 billion over the next year to further its mission.

HSBC is reportedly weighing deep job cuts as part of an ongoing overhaul that incorporates artificial intelligence, according to Bloomberg News.

Elevator and escalator giant Kone is reportedly in discussions to acquire its competitor, TK Elevator, according to Bloomberg News, potentially consolidating the industry.

According to an investigation by the Bloomberg news organisation, Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei who has been appointed as the new head of the Islamic republic, has amassed wealth estimated at more than $100 billion. Money from oil sales has been channelled into investments in luxury British real estate, hotels in Europe and property in Dubai.

The new contract is not related to the ongoing US-Israeli air strikes on Iran, with deliveries not scheduled to start for 36 months, Bloomberg News reported earlier.

MFS creditors claim $1.8 billion shortfall, Bloomberg News reports  TradingView

Airbus is collaborating with Germany's Rheinmetall and OHB to develop military satellites, according to a Bloomberg News report.

Oracle and OpenAI have reportedly dropped their plans to expand data center operations in Texas, according to Bloomberg News.

SoftBank is reportedly seeking a loan of up to $40 billion to finance its investment in OpenAI, according to a Bloomberg News report.

Oracle is reportedly planning thousands of job cuts as it faces financial strain from a significant expansion into AI data centers, according to Bloomberg News.

Oracle is reportedly planning thousands of job cuts as its data center costs continue to rise.

NASA is reportedly set to collaborate with United Launch Alliance (UAL) for a crucial component of its moon rocket, according to Bloomberg News.

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Elon Musk's X, xAI plan to repay $17.5 billion in debt in full, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

A new AtlasIntel survey for Bloomberg News indicates that Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro are virtually tied in a simulated second-round vote for the upcoming October election.

BlackRock's GIP, EQT close to acquiring AES Corp, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

Stellantis posts 20 billion euro second-half loss after 'over-estimating' EV transition  Reuters

Bloomberg News reports that Stripe is exploring the possibility of acquiring all or parts of PayPal, potentially reshaping the digital payments landscape.

Following a decline in its stock value, PayPal is reportedly attracting takeover interest, according to Bloomberg News.

A Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) probe concerning AppLovin remains active, according to a Bloomberg News report.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Kills Plan To Allow Robotaxi Operations Outside NYC New York Governor Kathy Hochul has withdrawn a proposal that would allow commercial robotaxi pilot operations outside New York City limits without a human safety operator in the vehicle. The decision was first reported by Bloomberg News earlier Thursday and is a major setback for Waymo as it attempts a rapid US expansion this year. Bloomberg reported: The proposal, which Hochul had included in a policy preview she presented last month, would have allowed autonomous-vehicle companies such as Waymo to apply for permission to pilot their services without human operators in the vehicle. The decision to withdraw the plan was confirmed Thursday by the governor's office to Bloomberg News. "While we are disappointed by the Governor's decision, we're committed to bringing our service to New York and will work with the state legislature to advance this issue," a Waymo spokesperson said in a statement provided to Bloomberg. Last week, Waymo co-chief executive Tekedra Mawakana told Bloomberg TV that the Hochul administration showed interest in launching robotaxis. Even if it were outside the NYC metro area, "that gives us an opportunity to grow more fans," Mawakana said, adding that some customers of the service have been requesting robotaxis within city boundaries. To note, Waymo is currently testing in NYC, but it is not yet operating a driverless commercial robotaxi service. As of early 2026, its activity includes a small fleet with safety drivers in parts of Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn. "We hear from thousands of New Yorkers who have experienced Waymo in other cities and want access to it at home," the Waymo spokesperson added. "They want the safety, privacy and comfort that riders in other major cities already enjoy." Last month, Goldman analyst Eric Sheridan provided clients with an update on the North American autonomous-vehicle (AV) rideshare market, which is quickly gaining momentum. Read the report here. "The rise in commercial autonomous vehicle deployments remains a key debate among investors and has continued to gain momentum throughout 2025. In the medium term, we believe that AV rideshare could represent a mid-single-digit percentage of total rideshare industry bookings," Sheridan said. Current robotaxi operations The lingering question: who persuaded Hochul to kill the robotaxi expansion proposal? Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 16:40

Walgreens has reportedly reduced its workforce in the wake of a private equity buyout, according to Bloomberg News.

Warner Sale’s Impact on Theaters Is Probed by Justice Department  Bloomberg

Anduril is reportedly aiming to raise $8 billion in new funding, according to Bloomberg News.

Amazon is reportedly facing a potential lawsuit from the Federal Trade Commission over its advertising practices, which could result in billions of dollars in penalties.

Bloomberg News reports that Microsoft's Xbox division is preparing for significant layoffs scheduled to occur next month.

Fuji Media Holdings' real estate unit has reportedly attracted bids totaling 1 trillion yen, according to Bloomberg News. This significant interest highlights the value of the company's property assets.

SpaceX is reportedly in negotiations to secure underwriting fees below 0.75% for its anticipated initial public offering, according to a Bloomberg News report.

Mitsui is actively seeking investments in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to address the increasing power demand from data centers. This strategic move aims to secure energy resources for the rapidly expanding digital infrastructure.

Bloomberg News reports that Apollo and Blackstone are collaborating on a significant $36 billion debt deal for the AI company Anthropic. This potential transaction highlights major investment activity in the artificial intelligence sector.

China has expanded its travel restrictions to include top artificial intelligence talent working at private firms like Alibaba and DeepSeek, according to Bloomberg News. This move limits their ability to travel overseas and impacts the country's tech sector.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon reportedly stated that the bank plans to increase its hiring of artificial intelligence staff while reducing the number of traditional bankers.

SpaceX shareholders approve 5-for-1 stock split, Bloomberg News reports Reuters

Akamai has reportedly secured a significant $1.8 billion deal with AI company Anthropic for cloud services, as reported by Bloomberg News, signaling Akamai's strategic shift into AI cloud infrastructure.

The US is reportedly investigating a company linked to Thailand's national AI initiative for allegedly helping to smuggle advanced Nvidia chips worth at least $2.5 billion to China, according to Bloomberg News.

Apple is reportedly planning to allow users to choose rival artificial intelligence models across various features in its upcoming iOS 27. This news led to a jump in Apple's share price.

Talks regarding a crucial $500 million US rescue financing package for Spirit Airlines have reportedly stalled. The airline continues to operate despite these financial challenges.

Bloomberg News reports that China is planning to implement measures to curb US investment in its technology companies.

SoftBank is reportedly seeking a $10 billion margin loan, which would be backed by its shares in artificial intelligence firm OpenAI. This move was reported by Bloomberg News.

ExxonMobil is reportedly exploring the sale of its network of gas stations in Hong Kong. Sources indicate the potential deal could be valued between $500 million and $600 million.

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) is reportedly considering a potential $5 billion share sale, according to Bloomberg News.

PIMCO is reportedly evaluating a $14 billion debt financing deal to support Oracle's data center project in Michigan, according to Bloomberg News.

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Apple is reportedly testing a new Siri feature that would allow the voice assistant to handle multiple commands simultaneously, according to Bloomberg News.

Prosus is reportedly considering the sale of a 10% stake in Delivery Hero to Aspex, according to Bloomberg News.

Private equity firms Apollo and Bain Capital are reportedly among the bidders for Continental's industrial unit, according to Bloomberg News.

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Bloomberg News reports that Amazon is planning to shift its annual Prime Day shopping event from July to June.

Trump to invoke emergency law for California oil producer Sable, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

Middle East countries cut daily oil output, Bloomberg News reports Reuters

Airbus has reportedly teamed up with Rheinmetall and OHB for military satellite projects, as reported by Bloomberg News.

A leading South Korean power firm is accelerating its growth in the United States, driven by expectations of an 'AI supercycle'.

SoftBank is reportedly exploring a loan of up to $40 billion to finance a potential investment in OpenAI, according to Bloomberg News.

Roark weighs $2 billion IPO of Dunkin' owner Inspire Brands, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

The US administration will indefinitely exempt the German unit of Russian oil producer Rosneft from sanctions against Russia, according to Bloomberg News.

Negotiations for Blackstone's proposed $4 billion acquisition of New World have reportedly stalled due to disagreements over control, according to Bloomberg News.

Japan's SMBC and Australia's Macquarie Group have reportedly been exposed to the failed UK lender MFS, according to Bloomberg News.

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, is reportedly planning to repay $3 billion in debt ahead of schedule, according to Bloomberg News.

SpaceX is reportedly weighing a confidential filing for an initial public offering (IPO) as early as March, signaling a potential move to go public.

Poland's Civic Coalition has unveiled key proposals for regulations aimed at significantly limiting children's and younger teenagers' access to social media platforms.

Apple is reportedly in discussions with several Indian banks to introduce its payment service in the country, according to Bloomberg News.

The Department of Justice is investigating Netflix's market power and its potential influence over filmmakers as part of its review of a deal involving Warner.

Individual investor neutral sentiment has bounced back, according to AAII data. Separately, HSBC is reportedly laying off 10% of its US capital markets team, and fintech firm Clear Street has withdrawn its US IPO filing.

Bloomberg News reports that Johnson & Johnson is considering the sale of its orthopedics unit, a move that could be valued at $20 billion.

HGGC successfully raised a new fund totaling $3.2 billion, surpassing its initial target.

Nestle is reportedly weighing options to reduce its involvement in the ice cream business, according to Bloomberg News.

Amazon may face significant penalties as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly preparing a lawsuit concerning the company's advertising practices.

Worthington Steel has reportedly raised $1.4 billion to fund its acquisition of Klöckner, according to Bloomberg News.

Arm Holdings plc (ARM) is reportedly facing a US antitrust probe concerning its chip technology, according to a Bloomberg News report. The investigation could impact the company's operations and market position.

Regulators are reportedly scrutinizing Standard Chartered following comments made by CEO Bill Winters regarding artificial intelligence amidst job cuts.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon announced plans for the bank to increase its hiring of AI staff while reducing the number of traditional bankers, according to Bloomberg News.

Bloomberg News reports that Microsoft's (MSFT) data center in Africa is encountering difficulties with payment requests.

Arm Holdings is reportedly facing an antitrust investigation by US authorities regarding its chip technology. The probe will examine potential anti-competitive practices within the semiconductor industry.

South Korea's presidential office, Cheong Wa Dae, has formally protested a Bloomberg News report that characterized a "citizen dividend" proposal by presidential chief of staff Kim Yong-beom as a plan to redistribute "excess profits" from artificial intelligence.

The US trade representative stated that chip export controls were not a significant subject of discussion during recent talks with China. This clarification came amidst ongoing trade relations between the two nations.

Blackstone has reportedly dropped its $4 billion deal with New World, according to Bloomberg News. The decision to abandon the acquisition was made due to a clash over control.

SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son is reportedly considering a substantial investment of up to $100 billion in France, according to Bloomberg News.

Akamai Technologies' stock surged following the announcement of a landmark $1.8 billion cloud deal with AI firm Anthropic, a development praised by analysts despite an otherwise pessimistic financial forecast.

SoftBank has reportedly lowered its target for a margin loan related to OpenAI, according to Bloomberg News. This adjustment reflects changes in the financial arrangements surrounding the artificial intelligence company.

Bloomberg News reports that China is preparing to implement measures to curb US investment in its domestic technology companies.

American Airlines and Alaska Air are reportedly exploring a deeper partnership, including a potential revenue-sharing agreement. Sources indicate this collaboration could extend to international routes.

Caesars has extended the discussion period regarding a potential $18 billion takeover bid from Tilman Fertitta. The move allows more time for negotiations concerning the significant acquisition.

Russia is reportedly offering liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Asian buyers at a significant 40% discount, a move attributed to international sanctions.

A Russian Baltic port has reportedly resumed crude loading operations following recent attacks, according to Bloomberg News.

Estee Lauder and Puig are reportedly advancing discussions for a stock-based deal, as reported by Bloomberg News.

According to Bloomberg News, Apple is reportedly planning to open its virtual assistant, Siri, to integrate with rival artificial intelligence services.

Jan Metzger, formerly co-head of Asia investment banking at Citi, has reportedly departed the company and is now joining Standard Chartered, with Reuters also confirming the move.

Chinese data center firm Vnet is reportedly considering issuing a dollar bond to fund its expansion plans, according to Bloomberg News.

Plug Power is reportedly planning to offer hydrogen in a major US power-grid auction, as reported by Bloomberg News.

Boeing close to 500-jet order ahead of Trump-Xi summit, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

SoftBank is reportedly considering securing a loan of up to $40 billion to finance a potential investment in OpenAI, according to Bloomberg News.

Bloomberg News reports that Oracle is planning to cut thousands of jobs as the company faces increasing data center costs.

China has reportedly instructed its largest oil refiners to suspend exports of diesel and gasoline, Bloomberg News indicated on Thursday, citing unidentified sources, as the war in...

The US government will indefinitely exempt the German unit of Russian oil company Rosneft from sanctions, according to Bloomberg News.

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X and artificial ‌intelligence startup xAI plan to repay in full about $17.5 ​billion in debt tied to the ⁠companies, Bloomberg News reported

Elon Musk's companies, X and xAI, are reportedly planning to repay their $17.5 billion debt in full, according to Bloomberg News.

UnitedHealth Group has reportedly capped employee pay raises at 2%, according to Bloomberg News.

Poland is planning a social media ban for children, challenging US tech, and its EU-first defense plan risks US ties.

Equinix and Canada's CPPIB are reportedly close to finalizing a deal to acquire atNorth, a Nordic data-center operator, according to Bloomberg News.

EU expects US to scale back steel, aluminum goods tariffs within weeks, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

PayPal attracts takeover interest after stock slide, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

ConocoPhillips is reportedly weighing the sale of its Permian Basin assets, which are estimated to be worth $2 billion.

HSBC has reportedly cut 10% of its US debt capital markets team, according to Bloomberg News.

Walgreens has cut its workforce after a private equity buyout, as reported by Bloomberg News, indicating restructuring within the company.

Nestle is reportedly weighing options to reduce its involvement in the ice cream business, according to Bloomberg News.