Centene's first-quarter profits soared past $1 billion, buoyed by a surge in Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment, offsetting declines in Medicaid participation post-public health emergency.

Barclays faces environmental criticism for financing Eni, an Italian oil company, a total of $4.4 billion to boost oil and gas production, which emits 7.5 million tonnes of carbon.

The FDA has approved Pfizer's pioneering gene therapy, Beqvez, for treating hemophilia B with a $3.5 million price tag before insurance and rebates.

Cambridge-based cybersecurity firm Darktrace has accepted a $5.3 billion acquisition offer from US private equity giant Thoma Bravo, a 44% premium over its recent share price.

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan revealed plans to potentially revamp the airline's cabin layout, including considering ending its open-seating tradition, a departure from its traditional model.

Synthesia's new AI, "Expressive Avatars," improves digital storytelling with authentic emotional expressions. However, it faces scrutiny over potential misuse, with concerns about its deceptive capabilities and ethical implications.

The World Bank warns that escalating conflicts in the Middle East could push oil prices over $100 a barrel, potentially increasing the recent decline in global inflation and worsening economic challenges worldwide.

The unexpected slowdown in U.S. GDP growth in the first quarter, falling below projections, coupled with concerns about rising inflation, has sparked market downturns and raised potential signals of economic challenges ahead.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares warns that the UK's electric car mandate could force Vauxhall out of the British market, labeling the law a "disaster" due to potential loss-making sales.

Mark Zuckerberg seeks investor patience as Meta continuously pushes for AI projects, despite warnings and premarket stock decline fueled by increased spending and slower sales growth.

After laying off thousands of employees, Spotify achieves record profits of over €1 billion ($1.1 billion), driven by podcasting, despite missing monthly user forecasts.

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is confident that US legislators won't successfully ban TikTok in the country, following a newly approved bill that gives the app 270 days to change ownership or face ban.

The European Commission approves new 'right to repair' legislation, easing the repair process for out-of-warranty devices and extending warranties.

Elon Musk is undeterred by weak quarterly earnings and, instead, promises to invent self-driving technology, sentient robots, and Robotaxis, which will increase Tesla stock in return.

British antitrust regulators are examining partnerships between tech giants Microsoft and Amazon and smaller AI firms, seeking input to assess whether these partnerships can bring out unfair competition in the AI market.

Filtronic Plc and SpaceX announced a groundbreaking agreement. In a $19.7 million deal, Filtronic will supply crucial modules for SpaceX's Starlink constellations, while SpaceX will be granted the option to acquire up to a 10% stake in Filtronic.

The housing shortage crisis in Britain, with a deficit of 4.3 million homes, takes precedence in the lead-up to an anticipated general election, prompting major political parties to address it while balancing concerns about landscape preservation and planning laws.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has intensified his conflict with Elon Musk, denouncing him as an "arrogant billionaire," amid a dispute over X's handling of footage related to a recent church stabbing in Sydney.

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) voices concerns over proposed changes to capital gains taxation, fearing a negative impact on doctors' retirement savings. However, economists argue for increased fairness in the tax system.

In Q1 2024, iPhone sales in China dropped significantly by 19.1%, contrasting with the modest 1.5% growth in the overall smartphone market, largely attributed to Huawei's 69.7% surge with its Mate 60 series.

In a recent meeting at Google's headquarters, Google Senior VP and Search head Prabhakar Raghavan warned employees of a "new operating reality," imposing shorter deadlines to move faster.

Philippine SEC ordered the removal of Binance apps from Google and Apple stores, citing unregistered securities and unlicensed brokerage, prompting investor warnings and investigations.

Tesla is shifting its focus to the Robotaxi initiative amidst stock declines and internal changes, raising concerns among investors about the company's future direction.

Japan's antitrust watchdog has instructed Google to address its advertising search limitations impacting Yahoo in Japan, following an investigation showing Google's practices that undermine fair competition.

Apple has acquired Datakalab, a Paris-based startup specializing in AI compression and computer vision technology, which hints at potential advancements in features like Photos and Face ID in iOS 18.

Suspected Russian jamming of GPS systems has disrupted thousands of flights over the Baltic Sea, affecting over 46,000 aircraft, prompting safety concerns among airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, British Airways, and easyJet.

Swiss banks are criticized for sharing banking data with the CIA, sparking debate over privacy rights and law enforcement needs, while Switzerland's Finance Minister defends the decision.

Bitcoin miners are adapting to reduced revenues post-halving by investing in innovative solutions, while some are also exploring opportunities in artificial intelligence.

Taiwan's military engages in talks with the United States over newly allocated funding following reports of Chinese military aircraft breaching the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait.

UK Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho criticizes slow and insufficient compensation payouts for forced prepayment meters, amid revelations that only 1,500 out of 150,000 cases are receiving redress.