China blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 billion takeover of ABB’s robotics division
Unlock Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor-in-chief of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. China has told SoftBank it will not approve the $5.4 billion acquisition of ABB’s robotics division, a shock move…
UPS plane crash in Louisville: one year later | A special presentation
LOUISVILLE, KY. — It is a moment engraved in our memories. It was November 4, 2025. UPS Flight 2976 crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Airport. A plume of black smoke filled the sky and a wall of flames stretched for half a mile. Fifteen…
Rheinmetall cuts outlook for second time in months as military contracts stagnate
German defense giant Rheinmetall on Wednesday evening lowered its forecast for the whole year, citing delays in military contracts and munitions deliveries. It is the company’s second reduction in forecasts since August, when Germany scrapped plans…
Qualcomm beats fourth-quarter estimates, but first-quarter profit outlook is lower
Qualcomm (QCOM) reported its fourth-quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, beating top and bottom line expectations and delivering a better-than-expected first-quarter revenue outlook. But a lower-than-expected midpoint for its earnings per share…
The Blue Wave Has Tech Bros Fighting for Data Centers in Space
When it comes to Texas data centers, tech insiders’ concerns aren’t entirely unfounded. Experts tell WIRED that the change in direction could translate into concrete changes in the industry, although with limits. Even though Democrats will…
Wahlburgers closes its last standalone restaurant in Boston after global shutdowns
Wahlburgers is saying goodbye to Boston – for now. The hamburger chain, owned by Marc Wahlberg and his brothers, Donnie Wahlberg And Paul Wahlberghas closed nearly 80 sites since 2025, The United States today reported, with the closing of its last…
Big Tech says voter response to AI is ‘anti-Trump,’ not ‘anti-tech’ – Ars Technica
Big Tech says voter reaction to AI is ‘anti-Trump,’ not ‘anti-tech’ Ars Technica AI data center stocks and Musk’s SpaceX decline as Texas governor’s outcome raises downside risks CNBC Data Centers Perform Worse Than…
SpaceX is working with Qualcomm to build its Starlink Mobile 5G network
Now, SpaceX plans to use Qualcomm’s Dragonwing cellular infrastructure, a platform comprised of hardware and software designed to improve network coverage, capacity and efficiency. SpaceX plans to combine this infrastructure with its constellation…
Australian department store chain enters administration after 188 years
Stay informed with free updates Simply register at Retail sector myFT Digest – delivered straight to your inbox. David Jones, the world’s oldest department store still trading under its original name, has fallen into administration after failing to…
JetBlue Raises Checked Baggage Fees Again as Fuel Prices Remain High
JetBlue has increased its checked baggage fees for second time this yearmaking it more expensive for travelers to check bags just as the peak holiday travel season begins. The new fees for tickets purchased from November 3 mean that most economy class…