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European chip startup develops alternative technology Nvidia’s Graphics processing units (GPUs) are attracting large funding rounds as they look to gain scale amid the AI boom. Dutch company Euclid backed by former CEO of semiconductor manufacturing equipment giant ASMLis currently in talks with investors for a round of at least 100 million euros ($118 million), founder Bernardo Kastrup told CNBC in an exclusive interview.Elsewhere, British startup Optalysys plans to raise more than $100 million later this year, while British companies Fractile and France’s Arago are reportedly raising nine-figure sums. Mr. Fractile declined to comment, and Mr. Arago did not respond…
Athletes from Kenya, Nigeria and Jamaica have had their “recruitment” applications rejected by the Turkiye government.Published April 17, 2026April 17, 2026A World Athletics committee rejected 11 loyalty transfer requests to Turkiye, the sport’s governing body said, citing what it called a “coordinated recruitment strategy” by the Turkish government to lure foreign athletes with lucrative contracts.The request came from five Kenyan athletes, including former women’s marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei, and four Jamaicans, including Olympic discus gold medalist Roger Stona and Olympic shot put bronze medalist Rajindra Campbell.Recommended stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe other two requests were Nigerian…
The leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire after meeting in Washington, President Donald Trump announced Thursday.President Trump said in a post on Truth Social that the temporary ceasefire would begin at 5 p.m. ET.In a follow-up, Trump added that he would invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to the White House “for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since all those years ago in 1983.”“Both sides want peace, and I believe it will happen soon!” Trump wrote.In a statement late Thursday, the U.S. State Department said the two…
brisbane, australia — The last time Australia welcomed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, they were the new faces of the royal family, ready to follow a path set by decades of tradition. There was no royal walkabout this time, but it was a part-celebrity, part-philanthropy tour that combined quasi-royal official events with private commercial events. Harry and Meghan’s trip to Australia, where their father is still the monarch, is always going to be controversial, given their deliberate attempt to distance themselves from their families while retaining some vestiges of their royal status. Even before they arrived, some complained about…
On April 16, 2026, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Cain speaks at a press conference regarding the Iran war with a map showing the blockade line of the Strait of Hormuz in the background at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, United States. Nathan Howard | ReutersOil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz came to a near halt on Thursday as tensions between the United States and Iran remained high. According to LSEG data, only two vessels were observed passing through the sea lane. According to data, the tanker “Race” left the strait towards India and entered…
An Uber Eats delivery worker photographed in Krakow, Poland on August 21, 2025.Jakub Porzycki | Null Photo | Getty ImagesUber On Friday, it agreed to buy an additional 4.5% stake in the German food delivery company. delivery hero From the company’s largest shareholder prosus. Total proceeds to Prosus are approximately 270 million euros ($318 million), the company said. Uber will pay 20 euros per share, below Delivery Hero’s Thursday closing price, where its shares rose 7%. However, this represents a 22% premium over the average monthly share price, Prosus said.The move comes after Prosus offered a deal to acquire the…
The ceasefire provides Lebanon with some respite, but it will take time to recover from the devastation. CNN’s Nada Bashir reported from Beirut. CNN’s Nada Bashir reported from Beirut. 01:57 The Israeli government said it was targeting fighters and infrastructure of the Iranian-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which has been in conflict with Israel for decades. The aim, according to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is to make his country’s northern borders safer. But across Lebanon, civilians are bearing the brunt of a conflict that flared up again when Hezbollah began firing on Israel at the start of its war…
NFL reporter Deanna Russini resigns after vacation; photo with Patriots’ Mike Vrabel surfaceschrissy floyd I don’t want to stay silent. After sports reporter slams journalist Diana Russini-who resigned The Athletic middle accusation of romance New England Patriots head coach mike vrabel— She was fired from her job USA Today Sports. “USA TODAY Sports has terminated its contractual relationship with Chrissy Floyd effective immediately,” the company announced. Statement of April 16th. “Her recent comments do not reflect our commitment to professionalism or support our principles of ethical conduct.” After being fired, Floyd told E! News: “I’m very disappointed.” “I’ve been involved…
Who: Chelsea vs Manchester UnitedContent: English Premier League (EPL)Location: Stamford Bridge, London, UKDate and time: Saturday, April 18th, 8pm (19:00 GMT)How to follow: Get everything ready on Al Jazeera Sports from 16:00 GMT ahead of the live text commentary stream.Chelsea can further intensify the Premier League battle for a spot in the UEFA Champions League when they host third-placed Manchester United on Saturday, but they will need to reverse a frightening trend to do so.Recommended stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe Blues have won just one of their last five Premier League games and the pressure is mounting on…
80% of senior-level women say they are taking an “active role” in shaping their workplace’s AI strategy. That’s according to a new survey of more than 1,000 senior-level women conducted by Chief and Harris Poll, a membership network for women executives. A similar share of talented women say they are already working every day to establish guidelines for AI governance, create space for skills training, and have clear conversations about what good judgment looks like in the future AI-enabled workplace.A new report focused on the participation of female executives in AI decision-making comes amid concerns about the widening gender gap…