Esteban Tesson

Mastercard Weighs Sale of Real-Time Payments Business

The group is exploring the divestment of a unit acquired in 2019 as part of a strategic pivot towards blockchain technology and stablecoins.

March 27, 2026 at 12:38 am

Mastercard considers selling a real-time payments business

The group is exploring the sale of a unit acquired in 2019, as part of a strategic pivot toward blockchain technology and stablecoins.

March 27, 2026 at 12:01 am

Meta invests $10bn in an AI data center in Texas

Meta is sharply ramping up its investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure with a large-scale data center project in Texas. The initiative underscores the surging computing needs tied to AI.

March 26, 2026 at 11:31 pm

Apple considers opening Siri to rival artificial intelligence services

Apple is reportedly preparing a major overhaul of Siri by allowing the integration of third-party AI services. This strategy aims to bolster its ecosystem against intensifying competition in the artificial intelligence space.

March 26, 2026 at 11:05 pm

Apple Considering Opening Siri to Competing Artificial Intelligence Services

Apple is reportedly preparing a major evolution of Siri by allowing the integration of third-party AI services. The strategy aims to strengthen its ecosystem as competition in artificial intelligence intensifies.

March 26, 2026 at 10:44 pm

Double Blow for Meta as Shares Stumble Following Legal Setback

Social media giant Meta has been found liable by a Los Angeles jury in a landmark case regarding the impact of digital platforms on the mental health of under-18s. The court ruling weighed heavily on the stock, which fell 6.5% by noon in US trading.

March 26, 2026 at 08:38 pm

Double blow for Meta as it stumbles after a legal setback

Social media giant Meta was found liable by a Los Angeles jury in a first-of-its-kind case examining the impact of digital platforms on young people's mental health. The ruling weighed on the stock, down 6.5% by mid-session in U.S. trading.

March 26, 2026 at 08:13 pm

GlobalFoundries Sues Tower Semiconductor for Patent Infringement

The US chipmaker has launched legal proceedings against rival Tower Semiconductor for the alleged infringement of several patents. The company is notably seeking an import ban on certain chips entering the United States.

March 26, 2026 at 07:10 pm

Apple Bolsters US Manufacturing with New Partnerships

Apple is expanding its industrial footprint in the United States by onboarding new suppliers and ramping up capex. The tech giant aims to secure its supply chain amid ongoing trade tensions.

March 26, 2026 at 07:07 pm

GlobalFoundries sues Tower Semiconductor over patent infringement

The US chipmaker is taking legal action against rival Tower Semiconductor over the alleged infringement of several patents. It is seeking, among other remedies, a ban on importing certain chips into the United States.

March 26, 2026 at 06:54 pm

Apple strengthens its U.S. production with new partners

Apple is expanding its U.S. industrial program by bringing on new suppliers and stepping up investment. The company is looking to secure its supply chain as trade tensions persist.

March 26, 2026 at 06:26 pm

Wall Street Still Hoping for a Calm in the Middle East

The main U.S. indexes ended Wednesday's session higher, supported by a pullback in oil prices and hopes of a cooling-off between the United States and Iran as the conflict enters its fourth week. The S&P 500 rose 0.54% to 6 591.9 points. The Dow Jones gained 0.66% to 46 429.4 points, while the Nasdaq 100 advanced 0.67% to 24 162.9 points.

March 26, 2026 at 12:12 am

Trump Appoints Tech Executives to Strategic AI Advisory Council

The US administration is strengthening ties with Big Tech by appointing industry leaders to a key advisory board. The move aims to accelerate artificial intelligence development amid intensifying international competition.

March 25, 2026 at 09:16 pm

Trump Appoints Tech Leaders to a Strategic AI Advisory Council

The U.S. administration is strengthening its ties with major technology companies by bringing their leaders onto an advisory council. The goal is to speed the development of artificial intelligence amid rising international competition.

March 25, 2026 at 09:03 pm

Arm pivots strategy in move cheered by markets

British semiconductor designer Arm is reaching a major milestone by entering the chip market directly with the launch of its own AI-dedicated processor. This shift breaks from its historical model focused on technology licensing and was met with a very positive reception on the stockmarket (up approximately 20% at 5:00 p.m. CET).

March 25, 2026 at 08:24 pm

Arm begins a strategic pivot welcomed by the markets

The British chip designer Arm is taking a major step by moving directly into the semiconductor market with the launch of its own processor dedicated to artificial intelligence. The shift breaks with its long-standing model focused on licensing technology, and it was greeted very favorably on the stock market (about 20% at 5 p.m.).

March 25, 2026 at 08:09 pm

PDD misses expectations despite Temu growth amid mounting uncertainty

Chinese e-commerce giant PDD Holdings reported results that fell short of analysts' expectations, weighed on by intensifying domestic competition and international regulatory headwinds. While Temu continues to expand, its growth was insufficient to offset these challenges. Nevertheless, the stock opened nearly 2% higher in early trading.

March 25, 2026 at 07:07 pm

PDD Misses Expectations Despite Temu Growth in an Uncertain Environment

Chinese group PDD Holdings posted results below expectations, weighed down by intensifying competition in China and rising regulatory pressure overseas. Temu's growth was not enough to offset these headwinds. Even so, the stock was up nearly 2% at the open.

March 25, 2026 at 05:42 pm

GameStop Sales Slump Amid Digital Shift

The video game retailer is still struggling with the rise of digital sales. Despite cost-cutting efforts, revenue fell sharply during the holiday quarter.

March 25, 2026 at 10:58 am

OpenAI Abandons Sora to Refocus on Enterprise Solutions

OpenAI is pulling the plug on its video generation platform Sora, despite its technological success. The move signals a strategic pivot towards professional offerings amid intensifying competition.

March 25, 2026 at 10:51 am

OpenAI Drops Sora and Refocuses on Enterprise

OpenAI is shutting down its Sora video generation platform, despite its technological success. The move signals a strategic shift toward professional offerings as competition intensifies.

March 25, 2026 at 01:13 am