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Verizon Signs More Than $2 Billion AWS AI Network Agreement and Raises 2026 Outlook
The US telecom group disclosed a fiber-network agreement with Amazon Web Services alongside stronger subscriber additions and higher annual earnings guidance.
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Policy
Colombia and Finland Launch COP17 Drive to Reform Biodiversity-Harming Subsidies
A new COP17 initiative backed by Armenia pairs a Colombia-Finland cooperation group with a biodiversity finance challenge, including a $2 million call for proposals.
World
Canada's Arctic Gateway, CentrePort and DP World Sign Churchill Trade Corridor Agreement
The three partners signed a memorandum to study better links between the Port of Churchill, Manitoba's inland logistics hub and DP World's international network; no construction commitment was announced.
Policy
Kunming Biodiversity Fund Announces $21 Million for Nine Conservation Projects at COP17
China and the UN Environment Programme announced a new round of biodiversity funding in Armenia, with nine approved projects and further applications open for consideration.
World
Tempus AI Secures EU Class C Certification for xR RNA Cancer Profiling Assay
The company's RNA sequencing test received certification under Europe's IVDR framework, supporting continued access for eligible diagnostic uses beyond the 2028 transition deadline.
World
India's BPCL Expects Russian Crude Purchases to Fall in November as Costs Rise
The state-owned refiner says higher shipping costs have made some Russian cargoes less attractive than Middle Eastern alternatives, while planned maintenance could also affect refinery runs.
World
Brazil's Itaú Agrees to Buy AI Startup NeoSpace for R$2.925 Billion
The Brazilian bank's agreement to acquire the artificial-intelligence developer would extend an existing partnership, with completion still subject to competition and central-bank approvals.
World
European Pilot Survey Finds Nearly One in Four Fly Despite Excessive Fatigue
A survey of about 7,200 airline pilots found 24% routinely continued flying when they felt unfit because of fatigue, prompting calls for stronger reporting protections and oversight.
World
European Wholesale Gas Prices Reach Highest Levels Since 2022 as Winter Nears
Dutch benchmark gas futures climbed to about €97 per megawatt-hour on October 26, while Europe's storage levels remained below seasonal norms and traders weighed supply risks.
World
Brazil's Ibovespa Drops More Than 17% in Midday Trading After Exchange Halt
Brazilian shares extended their slide after a 30-minute trading suspension, with the benchmark down 17.22% around 11:30 a.m. in São Paulo as investors reassessed the election result.
Government
Senior NHS Consultants in England Plan Two-Day Strike for November 25 and 26
The British Medical Association says senior hospital doctors will walk out over pay and working conditions, while emergency cover is expected to continue.
World
EQT Agrees to Acquire Range Resources in $13 Billion All-Stock Deal
The proposed combination would create a US natural gas producer with an enterprise value above $50 billion, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.
World
Corxel and Amanat Agree to US Stock Market Merger With $300 Million Financing
The proposed business combination would take Corxel's US obesity-drug unit public and could provide about $377 million before costs if investors do not redeem shares.
World
Australia's Ingenia Receives A$2.2 Billion Takeover Proposal From AVID
AVID has offered A$5.35 per stapled security, potentially rising to A$5.40 with a permitted distribution, as competing bids reshape Ingenia's options.
Policy
UK Opens Consultation on Phasing Out Carbon Dioxide Stunning of Pigs
Ministers are seeking views on alternatives to high-concentration CO2 stunning in slaughterhouses, with a consultation open until December 21 and no ban yet in force.
World
Anthropic Files Public IPO Registration, Plans Nasdaq Listing Under ANT Symbol
The AI developer has submitted a Form S-1 for a proposed stock offering but has not yet set the number of shares or price range, leaving the timing and size of its debut open.
Policy
EU Accepts Temu Compliance Plan After €200 Million Digital Services Act Fine
The European Commission has accepted the online marketplace's corrective plan, giving it four months to improve checks on illegal products and undergo independent scrutiny.
World
Ovintiv Agrees to Acquire Canada's Logan Energy for About $890 Million
The oil and gas producer plans to pay C$1.40 per share for Logan, adding Montney acreage and production in a transaction expected to close in early 2027 subject to approvals.
World
Meta Plans Up to $95 Billion in Equity Sales to Finance AI Expansion
The Facebook parent has launched roughly $35 billion in stock and preferred-share offerings and outlined a further $60 billion share-sale programme as it funds expanding AI infrastructure.
World
Computacenter Raises 2026 Profit Forecast to at Least £425 Million as Order Backlog Grows
The British technology services group increased its adjusted pre-tax profit outlook after a strong third quarter, citing AI infrastructure customers and a record £12.6 billion committed order backlog.