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‘They spent it all on minerals’: Fans turn to Hank Schrader jokes as ‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris faces divorce and debt
Dean Norris, known for his role in Breaking Bad, is going through a divorce from wife Bridget Norris. The couple married in 2001 and has five children together, with Bridget seeking joint custody. Their restaurant, Swing Inn Cafe, is also facing financial difficulties with Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The cafe, operational since 1927, has significant debts and lost considerable sales recently.
Google Calendar crushed their first startup, so they sold it on eBay. Then they built Twitch
Justin Kan and Emmett Shear’s first startup, Kiko, struggled after Google launched its own calendar service. The founders sold Kiko on eBay for $258,100 in 2006 before moving into live streaming. Their next venture, Justin.tv, eventually gave rise to Twitch, which Amazon agreed to acquire for about $970 million in 2014.
Amazon cloud business accelerates but shares drop on profit miss
Amazon experienced a notable decline of over seven percent in its shares following the release of its quarterly earnings, which failed to meet analyst forecasts. The tech giant reported a total revenue of $201.9 billion, revealing struggles across multiple sectors. Nonetheless, the growth of its AWS cloud division stood out as a silver lining.
Meet Lukas Biewald, who lost his CEO role at his first startup; how an unpaid internship at OpenAI helped him build an AI company behind a karate studio that sold for $1.7 billion
After reportedly leaving the CEO role, Lukas Biewald felt that he needed to strengthen his technical knowledge as deep learning advanced. He then spent time building robots, experimenting with TensorFlow in a Raspberry Pi and studying neural networks. He taught introductory deep-learning classes to thousands of engineers, which helped him understand the problems developers faced when building AI models.
Nintendo is restocking the special edition Switch 2 for the 40th anniversary of ‘The Legend of Zelda’: Know the features and when it can be purchased
In a thrilling announcement, Nintendo has confirmed a restock of the highly sought-after limited edition Switch 2, inspired by The Legend of Zelda. This console flew off the shelves during its initial release, driving resale prices through the roof. Bill van Zyll, Vice President of Latin America, hinted at the restock's arrival but held back on specifics.
What time is UK budget today and where to watch it? Will income tax rise, fuel prices increase and pensioners get relief in John Healey’s big announcement?
When will UK budget be announced? UK Chancellor John Healey will deliver his first Budget today, with the key announcements expected on income tax, fuel duty, pension payments and household energy bills. John Healey is set to deliver his first Budget this afternoon, with the chancellor expected to outline the proposals at approximately 12.30pm.
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Explained: Microsoft's buyout offer to about 60,000 employees
Staff on select teams in the US, Canada, India, and Britain, at the level of vice president and below. Some groups are excluded, including some data centre staff and employees in sales and marketing. Chief people officer Amy Coleman told employees in a memo that the offer is meant to create “greater flexibility” for staff.
Microsoft buyouts: MSFT stock price jumps but why is tech giant offering massive 'voluntary exit' package for 60,000 employees, including VP level? Check which countries workforce impacted
Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta are collectively on track to pour roughly $700 billion into AI data centers, chips and computing infrastructure this year alone.
iPhone Duo resale prices soar on eBay amid strong demand: Can Apple overtake Nvidia as world’s most valuable company?
Apple’s iPhone Duo preorders have sold out quickly, with some eBay listings priced far above retail. As buyers face delivery delays, Apple is closing in on Nvidia in market value, raising questions about whether the iPhone maker could claim the top spot.
UK man becomes millionaire after discovering rare Pokemon card collection in his attic worth nearly Rs 19 crore
A retired decorator from Surrey has sold 41 complete Pokemon card sets for £1.56 million (approximately Rs 18.5 crore), nearly six times the auction house’s £270,000 (approximately Rs 3.2 crore) estimate. The collection had remained in his attic for 15 years before a newspaper report about a valuable Pokemon card prompted him to seek a valuation. One set he originally bought for around £300 (approximately Rs 35,500) later fetched £75,000 (approximately Rs 89 lakh).
Meet Alex Ruber and Parth Chopra, who created a million-dollar app after more than 5 failed startup ideas; what made their product different?
Alex Ruber and Parth Chopra met and at that time were working as full-time engineers. Simultaneously, they enjoyed building and working on side projects. Both were reportedly interested in fashion, particularly second-hand clothing. At first, they developed an AI-powered shopping tool for second-hand fashion.
IMF, OECD warn AI could widen rich-poor country divide
Recent conversations underscore the transformative possibilities of artificial intelligence in fostering global economic growth and improving productivity. Nevertheless, challenges in accessing this technology persist for less affluent nations and smaller enterprises. Additionally, youth and entry-level workers might experience increased job insecurity due to AI's workplace disruptions. As corporations initiate workforce reductions to adapt to AI, effective adoption of this technology will be vital in creating fair growth prospects moving forward.
IMF, OECD warn AI could widen rich-poor country divide
Artificial intelligence holds the potential to significantly enhance global economic growth and productivity rates. However, poorer countries and smaller businesses face severe challenges in adopting this technology due to inadequate resources. Young and entry-level workers are particularly at risk as AI increasingly automates entry-level tasks traditionally used for gaining experience. Reports indicate significant layoffs occurring in various companies as they adopt AI for efficiency.
EBay to lay off 9% of workforce in push to simplify operations
EBay will lay off about 1,000 employees, representing 9% of its workforce, to streamline operations. The company previously reduced its staff by 800 positions in February to improve efficiency. EBay is focusing on authenticated luxury goods, collectibles, and refurbished products, which have attracted higher-paying consumers. The recent acquisition of fashion resale platform Depop has also strengthened eBay's market position. EBay plans to report its latest earnings next week.
Missed the Apple iPhone Duo pre-order rush? Here’s when you could finally get Apple’s first foldable iPhone
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, has garnered significant interest following its pre-order launch. Pre-orders for the device opened at 8 a.m. Eastern time on October 16, leading to rapid sellouts. Buyers now face long wait times for delivery, with estimates pushing to January 2027. Limited supply and manufacturing challenges have contributed to the device's quick sellout.
Rare Queen Elizabeth II banknote among collection that raises £85,860 at Edinburgh charity shop auction
A rare banknote featuring a young Queen Elizabeth II was among nearly 160 lots of rare banknotes that raised £85,860 at auction after being donated to a British Heart Foundation charity shop in Edinburgh, Scotland. The collection included an extremely rare 1947 Iraqi 10 Dinars colour trial and a 1961 Saudi Arabian 100 Riyal specimen note. Specialist auction house Noonans sold the collection on October 14.
UBS says CarTrade Tech’s OLX buy can deliver 5x revenue in five years. Here’s why
Global brokerage firm UBS maintained a Buy rating on CarTrade Tech with a target price of Rs 4,000, citing strong monetisation potential in its OLX India business. UBS expects OLX’s emerging revenue levers, such as financing, subscriptions, and logistics to drive a 5x revenue expansion to Rs 11.8 billion by FY31.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen buys shares worth nearly $23 million
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen bought about $22.8 million worth of the videogame retailer's shares, a regulatory filing showed on Tuesday, raising his total ownership to 9.1%.
US Stock Market today: Reasons behind S&P 500, Nasdaq fall in Wall Street, top, worst performing sectors, stocks
US Stock Market update: Micron Technology fell 3.9 per cent, Advanced Micro Devices dropped 2.3 per cent, Broadcom slid 1.9 per cent and Nvidia gave up 1.3 per cent.
US stocks: Nasdaq ends lower as oil prices surge ahead of earnings, economic data
The Nasdaq composite index faced a downturn as oil prices surged following attacks on a Saudi airport. With major banks set to release their earnings reports, investor focus sharpens this week. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones saw mixed performances, while the energy sector thrived. Heightened inflation concerns due to rising oil costs have begun to sway investor confidence, mirroring a cautious market atmosphere tied to earnings and economic uncertainties.
YouTube was close to selling to Yahoo. How Google sealed the $1.65 billion deal at 3 A.M. in a Denny’s parking lot
YouTube was close to selling to Yahoo in 2006 before Google agreed to pay $1.65 billion for the video platform. The deal was finalized in an unusual setting: a Denny’s parking lot at 3 a.m., where executives signed the merger documents under BlackBerry phone lights.
ET Exclusive: Flipkart’s former suites write to Walmart board, seek fair treatment and full cash out of vested ESOPs
A group of former senior Flipkart executives has urged Walmart to buy back their vested stock options. This request comes after the company's plans for an initial public offering have been postponed again. Recent leadership changes at Flipkart have highlighted ongoing tensions between former executives and current management. The signatories argue that those who contributed to Flipkart's success deserve liquidity opportunities.
A truck driver leaves his job, sells house to tour the world with wife and daughters; he still earns £1,000 a week
After the pandemic, former HGV driver Lee Bodell made a life-changing decision to travel globally with his family. Moving from a career-focused routine to embracing remote work and family adventures, they sold their house for £330,000. With an online business funding their travels, they've explored several European countries and aim to journey into Southeast Asia, hoping to settle abroad after their expeditious travels.
In 2011, a Kentucky couple Tori Gerbig and her husband Chris put $300 into an eBay clothing side hustle called Pink Lily; 10 years later, sales hit $141 million
Tori Gerbig and her husband, Chris, began selling women’s clothing and accessories on eBay in 2011 with about $300. What started as a way to earn extra money and pay off student loans gradually developed into Pink Lily, an online fashion business.
In 2019, Kentucky entrepreneur Caleb Ashton started flipping games with $500; 7 years later, his business hit $4 million
With just a $500 investment, Caleb Ashton launched QuickFlips in 2024, embracing the world of reselling. Specializing in video games, consoles, and Pokémon cards, the business flourished, boasting $4 million in revenue by 2026 and over $5 million paid to customers.
In 2004, Peter Thiel invested $500,000 in Facebook. 8 years later, his early bet had turned into more than $1 billion
Peter Thiel put $500,000 into Facebook in 2004, when the company was worth about $5 million. It was a small private business then, not the technology giant investors know today. The money first went in as a loan and was later converted into a 10% stake. Eight years later, that early decision had produced more than $1 billion.
In 1983, Atari dumped 14 truckloads of games like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, the Atari 2600 and others in a landfill in New Mexico. In 2014 more than 800 of them were sold for more than $100,000
Atari’s 1983 disposal of video-game cartridges and computer equipment at an Alamogordo, New Mexico landfill became one of gaming’s most famous stories. A 2014 excavation recovered about 1,300 cartridges, including E.T.,Pac-Man and Asteroids. The discovery helped distinguish the broader Atari dump from the legend surrounding E.T.and turned some discarded cartridges into valuable collector’s items.
EBay probes how banned gender-test kits were available in India, listings removed
EBay has launched an internal review of its safeguards after Reuters found gender-prediction kits being offered for delivery to India, where prenatal sex determination is illegal. The marketplace removed nine listings, including SneakPeek and Peekaboo products. The findings come as Indian authorities also seek Google action against search results promoting gender-prediction tests.
Hanuman Ansh: The saint linked to Apple, Google, Facebook and eBay
A film about Neem Karoli Baba has surprised box offices, sparking renewed interest in the Indian saint. Richard Alpert, later Ram Dass, introduced Baba to millions of Americans through his book. Steve Jobs sought spiritual direction in India but the guru had already passed away. Larry Brilliant became a key figure in smallpox eradication and later Google.org. Mark Zuckerberg and Jeffrey Skoll also visited Kainchi Dham, continuing the spiritual connection.
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