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Nvidia becomes the world's first $5 trillion tech company, cementing its dominance in the AI chip market while raising concerns for rivals like AMD, Intel, and Google. Analysts weigh in on what this means for the future of artificial intelligence and global tech competition.

Ben & Jerry's co-founder Ben Cohen bypasses Unilever veto to launch watermelon sorbet for Palestine peace, crowdsourcing flavours amid Gaza solidarity and corporate activism row

Amazon ramps up hiring for the holiday season with 250,000 seasonal workers, even as it begins laying off 30,000 corporate employees. The company is accelerating its push into automation and AI.

AMD and Qualcomm are expanding their AI chip capabilities, posing a serious challenge to NVIDIA's leadership as the industry heats up.

Zingerman's Candy Manufactory recalls Peanut Butter Crush and Cashew Cow bars due to undeclared nuts, posing serious allergy risks just before Halloween.

Nvidia invests $1 billion for a 2.9% stake in Nokia, driving a 26% stock surge as the firms unite on AI and 6G technology.

Flow partners with Starlink to help Hurricane Melissa victims in Jamaica. The free internet service will last until the end of November.

Evri ends its Tesco deal, shifting 1,200 parcel desks to Asda in a £50m expansion that will double its UK network by 2030.

OpenAI's new Microsoft-backed restructure could pave the way for a ChatGPT IPO, can you invest in it yet?

The £150 Energy Bills Discount rolls out across the UK, sparking frustration as renters and prepayment users risk missing the payout.

Nokia shares rose nearly 25% this week after Nvidia announced its $1 billion (£753 million) equity investment.

A viral TikTok expert claims Amazon's 30,000 layoffs are a 'talent for GPUs' trade to fund its costly AI chip budget, not AI automation.

DoorDash offers 1 million free meals as a SNAP funding freeze threatens to leave millions hungry. Learn how to access aid and support food relief efforts.

Smucker is suing Trader Joe's for allegedly copying its Uncrustables peanut butter and jam sandwich, raising questions about supermarket own-brand risks.

McDonald's new checkout rule rounds up cash totals, leaving customers paying more and they are furious.

HSBC sets aside $1.1B after Luxembourg court partially upholds Madoff-related claims, warning the legal battle could take years to resolve, impacting profits and highlighting ongoing risks.

Microsoft and OpenAI finalize a huge new deal. Microsoft gains a 27% stake in OpenAI, securing AI tech access until 2032. Microsoft stock soars.