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A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Orrick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for real estate investors, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large publicly traded companies. Sign up to receive future editions directly to your inbox. Capital injections into real estate technology increased significantly in early 2026, even though overall deal volumes remained unchanged, according to a new report. According to the Center for Real Estate Technology and Innovation’s monthly report, 50 proptech companies and their neighbors raised about $1.7 billion worldwide…

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prince william and kate middleton Waiting king charles iii. rear Andrew Mountbatten-Windsorthe former Prince Andrew was arrested in the UK on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The News understands that the Prince and Princess of Wales fully support Prince Charles’ statement. Charles spoke out about Andrew’s arrest. Andrew faces continued scrutiny over his alleged relationship with a late-stage sex offender. Jeffrey Epstein-A few hours after my brother was taken into custody. “It is with deep concern that I learned of the news of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his alleged misconduct in public office,” Prince Charles said in…

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File photo: Britain’s Prince Andrew leaves Westminster Abbey after the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla on May 6, 2023 in London, England. Toby Melville | ReutersBritish police arrested King Charles III’s younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with the king expressing “deep concern” over recent developments.Previous reports from the BBC and the Daily Telegraph said British police were seen arriving at Mr Andrew’s estate in Sandringham, England, on Thursday morning.Thames Valley Police said in a statement that a man in his 60s from Norfolk, who did not want to be named,…

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OpenAI partners with Reliance to add AI-powered conversational search to the Indian conglomerate’s streaming service JioHotstar. Powered by OpenAI’s API, the feature allows users to search for movies, shows, and live sports using text and voice prompts in multiple languages, and receive recommendations based on their preferences and history. OpenAI recently expanded its footprint in India, where there are over 100 million weekly ChatGPT users. In addition to its current office in New Delhi, the company plans to open offices in Mumbai and Bengaluru later this year. The partnership was announced at the ongoing India AI Impact Summit in New…

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london — A spokesperson for Essex Police said in a statement on Wednesday that it was “assessing” information about commercial flights flying in and out of London’s Stansted Airport after the US Department of Justice released millions of documents relating to the late convicted criminal Jeffrey Epstein. In an op-ed for the New Statesman last week, former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown called on the Metropolitan Police to “urgently” re-examine claims that Epstein’s victims were trafficked on these flights. Brown said emails released in Epstein’s files showed a paper trail of visas, payments and transportation records showing women and girls…

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Zimbabwe are one of the favorites to win the T20 World Cup of Cricket and are chasing a target of 179 points to defeat Sri Lanka, who are co-hosts of the tournament.listen to this article | 2 minutesinformationPublished February 19, 2026February 19, 2026Click here to share on social mediaShare 2shareZimbabwe finished the group stage of the T20 World Cup with a six-wicket victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka to top Group B and send a warning to the powerhouses who had advanced to the Super Eight.Africans opener Brian Bennett scored an unbeaten 63 runs and captain Sikandar Raza scored 45 runs…

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Accenture signage during the 2026 CES event on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Bridget Bennett Bloomberg | Getty ImagesAccenture told senior staff that they needed to use AI tools regularly to be considered for promotion to leadership roles.The FT reported that associate directors and senior managers at the consulting giant were told that they would need “regular implementation” of AI to advance to leadership positions. An Accenture spokesperson told CNBC that the report is accurate. He added: “Our strategy is to be our clients’ preferred reinvention partner and the most client-focused, AI-enabled place to work. “To…

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OpenAI could be valued at more than $850 billion and is close to a deal to raise more than $100 billion, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The deal comes as the ChatGPT maker burns through cash as it strives for profitability. To this end, OpenAI said it has started testing advertising on ChatGPT with free users. This is a gamble that can either lead to more revenue or drive users away from the platform. Investors apparently think it’s worth the risk if the company’s valuation is $20 billion higher than the $830 billion originally expected. According to…

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Bill Gates speaks at the Gates Foundation’s first Nordic global goalkeeping event on January 22, 2026 in Stockholm, Sweden. TT News Agency | Stefan Gelevang | Via ReutersBill Gates was the subject of controversy at this week’s high-profile India AI Impact Summit, but speculation about his scheduled keynote address ultimately ended with his withdrawal at the last minute. The drama comes as the Microsoft co-founder faces public backlash over his past relationship with deceased financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with details of their years-long communications revealed in a Justice Department filing last month. India’s Gates Foundation said on Thursday…

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King Charles III does not condone his family’s actions. After the monarch’s younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince Andrew) was arrested on February 19, the same day as his 66th birthday, Prince Charles issued a statement condemning his brother. A statement obtained by Sky News said: “It is with deep concern that we learned of the news of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his alleged misconduct in public office.” “There will now be a full, fair and appropriate process whereby this matter is investigated in an appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities.” “In this regard, as I have said before, they…

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