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Most Asian markets push higher as US inflation data looms
Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday following the previous day's sell-off, with focus on the release of US inflation data that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on cutting interest rates. The prospect of US interest rates coming down this year has played a role in pushing bitcoin to new record highs, with the cryptocurrency peaking at $72,880.
Musk says will 'open source' Grok chatbot
Elon Musk on Monday said he would make his Grok chatbot, a rival to ChatGPT, open source as his feud with OpenAI deepens. "This week, @xAI will open source Grok," Musk said in a post on X, entering one of Silicon Valley's burning philosophical debates on the future of artificial intelligence.
Oscars ratings climb to almost 20 mn as 'Oppenheimer' reigns
Wins for "Oppenheimer," live musical performances from "Barbie" and an (almost) naked John Cena helped lift Oscars ratings for a third consecutive year, early viewing figures showed Monday, as 19.5 million tuned in to watch Hollywood's big night.
Airbnb bans security cameras inside guest homes
Airbnb on Monday said it is banning security cameras inside guest homes so as to prioritize privacy. "Airbnb is banning the use of indoor security cameras in listings globally as part of efforts to simplify our policy on security cameras and other devices and to continue to prioritize the privacy of our community," the San Francisco-based company said in a blog post.
Reddit aims to raise $500 mn in stock market debut
Reddit plans to raise some $500 million with its initial public offering of shares , using the money to improve the platform and its money-making power, according to a regulatory filing on Monday. A date for the initial public offering of shares has yet to be set.
TikTok video captures funny moment woman feeds dog, SA in stitches: "This made my day"
A woman took to her TikTok account and shared how she fed her dog with her hand. She said that everyone must finish their food in her house. Netizens are laughing.
KZN, Limpopo and Mpumalanga alerted by SA Weather Services of heavy rain
SA Weather Service warned of heavy rainfall and strong winds in Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal. The forecast sparked reaction from Gauteng residents.
South African young man's emotional TikTok video leaves viewers in tears
A young man took to TikTok to showcase how his stepfather sent him out in the rain to close the gate while his children were covered in warm blankets.
Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo shows off Rolls-Royce Spectre worth R10 million
A Zimbabwean businessman, Wicknell Chivayo, spoiled himself with a R10 million Rolls-Royce. It was manufactured to his specifications. Mzansi applauded him.
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