Disney+ is cracking down on users sharing account login credentials by implementing restrictions and termination of service for those who share outside of their subscription plan.
The soft landing scenario for the US economy is in doubt due to several economic shocks, including a potential government shutdown, high oil prices, the UAW strike, the resumption of student loan payments, and soaring mortgage rates.
Meta Platforms stock experienced a turnaround as it unveiled new smart glasses with a built-in AI assistant, a virtual-reality headset, and lifelike avatars, further solidifying its position in the digital advertising market and the metaverse.
Adobe has officially launched Photoshop for the web, allowing users to access many of the core features in the browser-based app without the need to download the desktop version, though a subscription is still required.
Canada's accusations of assassination by Indian intelligence agents have resulted in a slowdown of lentil imports from Canada to India, impacting domestic pulse prices and potentially leading to further trade restrictions on Indian food exports to Canada, including agricultural fertilizers.
Tales of the Shire is a new Lord of the Rings video game set for release in 2024, offering players the chance to experience a cozy Hobbit life in the beloved franchise's universe.
China's lottery ticket sales reached a record high in August, with $7.25 billion spent, as concerns about the economy and rising youth unemployment continue to grow.
The owners of 14 Bay Area Subway restaurants have been ordered to pay nearly $1 million in back wages and damages after violating labor laws, including directing children to use dangerous equipment and illegally keeping tips, leading to the requirement to sell or shut down their businesses.
Boost and Amazon are offering a deal where buyers can get the iPhone 15 Pro Max for free, with the purchase requiring a monthly subscription, taxes, and shipping fees.
A South Korean man has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for using AI prompts to generate sexually explicit images of children, highlighting the potential for fake but realistic images to be considered as sexually abusive content.
A potential government shutdown could have significant economic and social consequences for the Washington, D.C. region, impacting small businesses, tourism, and the local social safety net, especially if the shutdown lasts for an extended period of time.
Ethereum (ETH) futures ETFs are set to potentially launch on October 2nd, with nine different financial firms, including VanEck and Bitwise, planning to issue these ETFs, potentially leading to a busy day in the market.
SmileDirectClub has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as founders seek to recapitalize the business, resulting in a sharp drop in share prices.
Union members from Detroit’s three casinos have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if necessary, as they negotiate for higher wages and better benefits, with the possibility of strikes as early as mid-October.
Apple has implemented microscopic QR codes on iPhone displays to track production and detect defective screens, saving the company millions of dollars by reducing the number of discarded displays.
The US national debt is at $33 trillion, but the country doesn't necessarily need to pay it off, as they can issue new bonds and borrow to pay interest as long as the debt does not rise too much faster than revenue.
The U.S. government is on track to shut down at 12:01 a.m. on October 1 unless lawmakers pass a continuing resolution or federal budget by September 30, and the biggest obstacle to reaching an agreement lies with a small group of House conservatives who are demanding deep spending cuts that won't pass the Democratic-controlled Senate.
Congress faces a looming government shutdown as House Republicans struggle to find a solution after conservatives rejected a proposed short-term funding measure.
A potential government shutdown could hinder home sales in flood-prone areas by preventing the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program, leading to mortgage approval issues for buyers in these areas.
A government shutdown would result in various impacts on everyday Americans, including the halting of services such as IRS assistance and access to national parks, while essential federal employees work without pay and others are furloughed.
Lawmakers in the United States are facing a potential government shutdown as they struggle to pass legislation that would keep the government funded beyond the start of the fiscal year, which could result in the closure of federal agencies and services.
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong emphasizes the importance of the US establishing a regulatory framework for crypto assets, stating that it is a national security issue and that the country is falling behind other major economies in terms of regulatory clarity, resulting in a decline in the US job market share for the crypto industry.
The federal government is likely to shut down, resulting in the disruption of services and forcing some employees to work without pay until funding is restored.
Teardown, a game of destruction and blowing things up, will be available on PlayStation Plus on the same day it releases for purchase across consoles, and will include new missions, maps, vehicles, and a season pass with additional content planned for the next year.
Toys R Us plans to expand its presence by selling toys in airports and on cruise ships, in addition to opening new flagship stores across the country next year.
The U.S. is on the brink of a federal government shutdown after hard-right Republicans in Congress rejected a longshot effort to keep offices open as they fight for steep spending cuts and strict border security measures that Democrats and the White House say are too extreme.
Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon denies accusations of orchestrating fraudulent transactions, claiming that the leaked Slack conversations were taken out of context and that the discussions were about staking LUNA tokens with validators rather than creating counterfeit Chai transactions. Kwon's lawyers are also pushing back against the SEC's request to extradite him to the US, citing his detention in Montenegro and a guilty verdict for passport fraud.
Former President Trump criticized Gen. Mark Milley as “slow moving and thinking” after he appeared to slight Trump in his retirement speech, where Milley proclaimed that the U.S. military does not swear an oath to a “wannabe dictator.”
China's factory activity expanded for the first time in six months in September, indicating that the country's economy is beginning to stabilize after a period of decline.
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Army Gen. Mark Milley, in his farewell address as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, defended democracy and criticized former President Donald Trump, emphasizing that the military's allegiance is to the Constitution and the idea of America.
Republican infighting over budget legislation has increased the risk of a government shutdown in the US, potentially leading to thousands of federal workers without pay and negatively impacting the economy, including a reduction in GDP growth and a potential credit rating downgrade.
October is packed with a multitude of highly anticipated game releases, including Assassin's Creed Mirage, Detective Pikachu, Forza Motorsport, Hellboy Web of Wyrd, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake 2, and many more.
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Financial services firm Valkyrie Funds LLC will halt buying of ethereum for its Valkyrie Bitcoin and Ether Strategy ETF and unwind any positions already acquired, impacting its plan to be the first to launch an exchange traded fund tied to ethereum.
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Blue Apron, the meal kit business, has agreed to sell itself to food and restaurant company Wonder Group for $103 million, marking the end of a rocky journey for Blue Apron.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces pressure to quickly choose a replacement for Sen. Dianne Feinstein, following her death and amid his own national ambitions, particularly as he had promised to appoint a Black woman to the position.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has been leaked in a series of images that show the smartphone in an unboxed state, providing a glimpse into the accessories and packaging as well.
Destiny 2 players are still dealing with server issues and bugs, including unresponsive enemy AI and disconnects, following a series of DDoS attacks. Bungie is working on fixing these problems as players hope for a resolution soon.
Nintendo announces free content for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, including new items like the Octo Balloon and Zonai Rocket device, which can be redeemed by selecting the Tears of the Kingdom specific story titled "Shields - perfectly designed for...flight?!" in the News section on the Switch dashboard.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, leader of the Brothers of Italy party, has maintained a conservative domestic policy and a more moderate stance in Europe while focusing on family values and combating irregular migration.
Wordle is a popular web-based word-guessing game developed by Josh Wardle, where players have six attempts to correctly guess a five-letter word and receive color-coded feedback for their guesses; it was acquired by The New York Times Company in 2022 and is available on various platforms.
Rep. Jeff Duncan's wife has filed for divorce, accusing him of multiple alleged affairs, including one with a particular lobbyist named Liz Williams.
Bitcoin halving, which is expected to occur in mid-2024, is already 85% complete, and the supply held by long-term holders is nearing its all-time high, suggesting that a mature bull market may not begin until next year.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a 564 mAh battery, slightly larger than its predecessor, while both the Ultra 2 and Series 9 have similar internal designs to their previous models, according to a teardown by iFixit.
The popular puzzle game Wordle, created by Josh Wardle, has quickly gained a massive following, leading to its acquisition by The New York Times for a significant sum, highlighting people's fascination with language.
Apple iPhone 15 models shipped with a bug that could render the device inoperable during data transfer, but Apple has provided a solution to reset and restore the device to resolve the issue.
