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US stocks: US stocks closes lower as Nvidia slide outweighs energy rally
US stocks closed lower as Nvidia’s decline following CEO Jensen Huang’s departure outweighed a rally in energy shares. The S&P 500 fell 0.34%, the Nasdaq lost 0.40% and the Dow declined 0.36%, while retail investors made a record $111 million opening bid for Nvidia shares.
MeitY examines data collection by home services platforms for physical AI training
The consultation comes amid growing interest among AI and robotics developers in first-person video and sensor data, which can help train machines to understand and replicate human actions in real-world environments. Such recordings capture how people perform routine activities, providing training inputs for robots designed to undertake physical tasks.
Inside Jensen Huang’s luxury homes: From a $185,000 San Jose house to a $38 million San Francisco mansion – How the Nvidia billionaire built his property portfolio
Jensen Huang’s sudden exit from Nvidia after 33 years has brought fresh attention to his life beyond the chip business. His property journey tells an interesting story of its own. It began with a $185,000 home in San Jose and now includes a $38 million San Francisco mansion and a luxury home in Hawaii.
Valuation of top diaspora-led firms jumps 53 pc to USD 15 trillion on AI boom: Report
The valuation of top global companies led by the Indian diaspora has surged to USD 15 trillion. The sharp increase is largely attributed to the recent artificial intelligence boom in the market. Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, and Sanjay Mehrotra lead the ranking of these companies. A significant number of firms on the list are AI-driven or AI-integrated.
Infosys Prize 2026 honours six young researchers across science & arts
At a recent press event, the Infosys Science Foundation celebrated the winners of the Infosys Prize 2026, honoring six promising early-career researchers for their remarkable achievements in diverse fields. Each recipient will be awarded a gold medal along with a substantial monetary prize of $100,000, designed to motivate emerging scholars and further their academic journeys, while reinforcing the foundation's commitment to fostering innovation and research excellence.
Mike Evans-Keenan Allen feud "squashed a long time ago", San Francisco 49ers’ locker room looks to function smoothly
The San Francisco 49ers added wide receiver Keenan Allen to their roster while also managing past tensions with Mike Evans. Allen confirmed that he resolved their disagreement from six years ago, noting Evans is a great player. Fans reacted positively to their reconciliation, acknowledging the maturity both players showed in moving past their issues. Allen's arrival bolsters the 49ers' receiver room, comprised mainly of veteran players.
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OpenAI executives pranked by Russian comedians, discussed military support for Ukraine
In a surprising breach of security, three OpenAI officials fell victim to a clever scheme, believing they were in conversation with Ukraine's head of foreign intelligence. The impersonators engaged in discussions regarding military aid and AI tools, ultimately leading to officials revealing sensitive conversations with the Pentagon about support for Ukraine.
Who is Kimberly Powell? Nvidia vice president who had extramarital affair with CEO Jensen Huang allegedly
Kimberly Powell, Nvidia's vice president of healthcare, has been named in a New York Times report alleging that CEO Jensen Huang had an extramarital relationship with her. Powell joined Nvidia in 2008 and now leads its worldwide healthcare business, covering AI, medical imaging, life sciences and drug discovery.
Qcomm’s Diwali boost; Energy startups attract funds
Happy Wednesday! Quick commerce powered a strong festive season for D2C brands. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
A new glucose monitor shows your blood sugar on the patch itself, with no needle and no phone; here's how it works
Biolinq Shine makes glucose monitoring simpler. The aim is to simplify the process of monitoring blood sugar. It places the display directly on the wearable patch. With its help, users can check information about their glucose. They will not have to check their phones regularly in order to check it.
Before the billions: Jensen and Lori Huang’s first homes were modest San Jose houses, one bought before Nvidia was founded
Long before Nvidia made Jensen Huang a billionaire, he and his wife, Lori, lived in two modest San Jose homes, including a four-bedroom property bought for $338,000 in 1988. Their early real estate story now contrasts with their multimillion-dollar properties as Huang faces scrutiny over his personal life and business.
Jauan Jennings calls out critics at the 49ers after rejecting the reunion
Addressing criticisms from San Francisco 49ers fans, Jauan Jennings explained his controversial move to Minnesota after a successful six-season run. Seeking a better contract, Jennings chose a new team despite minimal playing time with the Vikings. His steadfastness regarding the decision has triggered diverse opinions among fans, highlighting his ongoing battle for recognition following his impactful contributions to the 49ers' offense.
Rippling steps up AI hiring in India, looks to expand enterprise push
The firm is hiring principal engineers, senior staff engineers and senior directors among others as the lab focuses on developing core components of Rippling’s global AI platform, Parandekar told ET in an exclusive interaction.
Cash App founder Bob Lee's killer gets 16 years to life in prison
Nima Momeni, convicted of killing Cash App founder Bob Lee in April 2023, has been sentenced to 16 years to life in prison. A San Francisco judge rejected his request for a new trial, while Momeni's lawyers plan to appeal the verdict. Lee's daughter confronted him in court, speaking about the future her family lost.
US stocks: Five things to know about Anthropic
Founded by former OpenAI researchers, Anthropic has grown into a major AI company backed by Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft and Nvidia. As the Claude developer prepares for a landmark IPO, its safety-focused philosophy, unconventional roots and clash with the Pentagon are drawing renewed scrutiny.
AI training startup Mercor valued at $20 billion in latest funding round
Mercor said on Tuesday it had raised $750 million in a funding round that valued the AI training startup at $20 billion. The Series D round drew participation from Benchmark, Felicis, Fundomo, Nvidia and funds managed by affiliates of Apollo, among others.
Disney taps Adobe to build custom AI for its theme parks, studios and ESPN
Disney has partnered up with Adobe on a multi-year deal in order to develop custom AI models trained on its characters, visual styles and fictional worlds. The technology will be explored across Disney’s theme parks, cruise line, film studios and ESPN, with applications ranging from concept art to sports content production.
Claude Fable 5.2, Claude Mythos 5.2: Anthropic unveils new AI models, check features, speed, price, release date
Claude Fable 5.2 targets coding, reasoning and AI agent tasks, while Claude Mythos 5.2 targets approved cybersecurity and life-sciences research applications.
Jensen and Lori Huang's $38 million San Francisco mansion has two wine rooms, an elevator and Golden Gate Bridge views; it was bought through an LLC
Much attention has also been diverted to Jensen and wife Lori Huang's $38 million San Francisco mansion. Jensen Huang is known for his massive wealth. He reportedly owns expensive homes, luxury cars and other luxurious things. He is famous for wearing a black leather jacket at company events and public appearances.
Anthropic buys power for AI data centres in $3.4b deal: Report
Anthropic PBC has recently agreed to pay $3.4 billion for gas-fired generators from OnePWR Solutions. This purchase secures 1.7 gigawatts of generator commitments intended for their data centers. Initially, Anthropic planned to procure power from OnePWR but later chose to take over Caterpillar Inc. generator orders. This deal highlights AI labs increasingly engaging directly with energy suppliers for necessary equipment.
Who is Gracen Halton? 49ers rookie suffers devastating injury against Raiders, carted off in emotional scene
In a heartbreaking turn of events, San Francisco 49ers rookie Gracen Halton suffered a devastating ankle injury during the tense final moments of the game against the Las Vegas Raiders. A teammate's misstep caused Halton to fall awkwardly, leading to an injury that will sideline him for the remainder of the 2026 NFL season.
Jensen Huang’s wife and daughter dress him: Who really picks the Nvidia CEO’s famous leather jacket
Jensen Huang leather jacket: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has revealed that his wife, Lori, and their daughter help choose his clothes, including his signature black leather jacket. From his 20-year association with the look to how he met Lori at Oregon State University, here’s what Huang has shared about his wardrobe and family.
Russia, US extend Diwali wishes to people in India
"Warm Diwali greetings to all our dear friends in India. light never diminishes by sharing; rather, it only increases. I believe that this very spirit of mutual respect, goodwill, and trust will continue to strengthen the friendship between India and Russia. May this auspicious festival of Diwali bring new hope, happiness, peace, and prosperity into your lives. Happy Diwali to you all," he said.
AI backlash could threaten Anthropic IPO timing, potential investors say
Investors are pushing for a more attractive valuation to commit to the offering, with some viewing the recently discussed $1.5 trillion valuation as being at the high end of expectations, the people told Reuters.
Anthropic is rapidly accelerating AI development amid slowdown calls, outside research group says
Anthropic invited researchers from the Berkeley, California-based nonprofit, Model Evaluation and Threat Research, to review its internal data and interview staff as it prepares for its Wall Street debut with debate swirling over the potential for AI models to elude human control with catastrophic consequences.
Ex-Ultrahuman executive launches AI ring startup Aina for agentic interactions
The startup said it is positioning the device as an alternative interface to smartphones for everyday interactions with AI systems. It has spent the past 15 months developing the product and is now opening pre-orders globally, with prices starting at $399 (about Rs 36,000), the startup said in a statement.
OpenAI, ready to IPO in 2027, now counts majority of sales from enterprises, Greg Brockman says
OpenAI President Greg Brockman said on Wednesday the company now generates the majority of its revenue from enterprise sales and he believes it will be ready to go public in 2027.
'Raiders realizing they are facing a pissed-off Nick Bosa': Fans believe Raiders could face a fired-up 49ers defensive lineman as Democrats sweep US midterm elections 2026
After the Democrats swept the US midterm elections, taking control of Congress, fans pointed out that the result might have angered Nick Bosa, who is a staunch conservative. They believe he could return to the field this week against the Raiders, determined to deliver a dominant performance. A few 49ers fans are of the opinion that Bosa could be dejected with Donald Trump's Republicans losing and could even miss the game because of it.
El Nino could add to US inflation pressures in 2027, San Francisco Fed paper warns
A San Francisco Fed study warns the current strong El Niño could drive US inflation up by 1 percentage point in 2027, despite temporarily boosting jobs. With inflation already above the 2% target, the climate shock adds further pressure on the Fed to raise interest rates.
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