Biden FCC nominee prompts new questions on rural internet access
President Joe Biden’s nominee to serve on the Federal Communications Commission could come with yet another caveat regarding a battle between billionaires Elon Musk and Michael Dell over spectrum for internet access.
Activision's Kotick could see windfall in purchase
Bobby Kotick, the chief executive of Activision Blizzard Inc., could walk away with as much as $520 million after Microsoft Corp. completes its planned purchase of the videogame company.
Amazon, Intel shares fall on results, forecasts
Amazon reported its first quarterly loss since 2015. The online retailer and Intel both issued forecasts that missed the mark.
‘Schitt’s Creek’ to move from Netflix to Hulu after Disney streamer takes over rights
After streaming on Netflix, all six seasons of the Emmy-winning comedy series will shift to Hulu Oct. 3, after the Disney-backed streamer announced it had taken over rights to the popular show.
Activision Blizzard shareholders approve proposed $68.7B sale to Microsoft
The deal is expected to close in fiscal year 2023, subject to customary closing conditions and the completion of a regulatory review.
FCC commissioner shoots down 'absurd' claim that the federal government can block Musk's Twitter purchase
Brendan Carr, a commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), rejected the Open Markets Institute's claim that the FCC has the authority to block Tesla CEO Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, in part because Musk also owns Starlink.
Elon Musk teases buying more companies, including Coca-Cola... to add back the cocaine
Following his purchase of Twitter for $44 billion, Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased buying more iconic American companies in order to ostensibly restore them – even suggesting that he might buy Coca-Cola in order to reintroduce cocaine into the ingredients of the soft drink.
Twitter says 'fluctuations in follower counts' are not automated
Republicans' surge in followers on Twitter – parallel with a noticeable drop in many Democrats' follower counts – are 'organic,' according to the social media site.
Dems slam 'dangerous influence' of billionaires, call Musk an 'oligarch' after Twitter buyout
Prominent Democrats are reacting to news that Tesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased Twitter by railing against the influence of billionaires in society.
Elon Musk deal saved Twitter: FCC commissioner
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr argues Twitter's previous restrictions on the "free exchange" of ideas put our democratic way of life in danger.
Activision Blizzard revenue falls as Call of Duty demand sputters
Activision Blizzard Inc.‘s first-quarter sales and profit plunged as demand for its Call of Duty videogame franchise fell. Microsoft is about to acquire the company.
Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey responds to Musk takeover: 'Elon is the singular solution I trust'
Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey responded to Tesla CEO Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter on Monday, suggesting that he supports the move.
NAACP urges Musk to keep Trump off Twitter, ACLU warns of so much power for one person
As news of the $44 billion purchase of Twitter by Elon Musk reverberated through the social media world, the NAACP urged the Tesla CEO to rid the platform of hate speech and falsehoods and to keep in place a ban on former President Donald Trump.
Joe Rogan claims Spotify controversy led to 2 million in subscriber growth
Joe Rogan claimed he gained subscribers during his most recent online controversies. Rogan received criticism for using the n-word and his COVID-19 stances.
Semiconductor chip shortage challenges several industries
A semiconductor chip shortage across the U.S. is putting several industries in a tough spot.
Microsoft and Sony considering in-game ads for Xbox and Playstation games: report
In-game advertisements could be coming to Microsoft's Xbox Series X and Sony's Playstation 5 later this year for the first time.
Nikki Fried calls Ron DeSantis a ‘dictator’ over Disney fight; governor says bills not ‘retaliatory’
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday that his fight against Disney is not "retaliatory" after Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, accused him of pushing policies "based on revenge and being a dictator."
Netflix shares sink as Wall Street bails
At least nine Wall Street analysts have downgraded the stock following the streaming behemoth's disappointing earnings results.
IBM revenue up 8% on continued momentum in hybrid cloud business
International Business Machines Corp. reported a stronger-than-expected 8% revenue increase in the first quarter on continued momentum in its hybrid cloud platform, a key focus of the tech company’s transformation.
Elon Musk tweets his philosophy on social media policy amid bid to buy Twitter
Elon Musk weighed in Tuesday on what social media equity should look like amid a bid to grow his influence on Twitter.


















