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Nissan to trim global car lineup, boost use of AI driving tech

Nissan Motor plans to streamline its global automobile lineup by exiting low-performing ones and deploying AI technology over 90% of its array in the long term.

Know when to walk away: The decision that shaped Aviva CEO Amanda Blanc

At one of the highest points in her career, Amanda Blanc made a decision most executives would avoid — she walked away. In this episode of "Executive Decisions," the Aviva Group CEO reflects on leaving a senior role with no safety net, the judgment required to know when something isn’t right and how that instinct shaped the decisions she’s made since.

Oil prices ease on hopes of new US-Iran peace talks

Crude prices jumped above $100 on Monday after talks failed between the two sides at the weekend.

China exports miss estimates in March, imports post best growth in more than four years

China's export growth slowed in March as manufacturers grappled with surging energy costs, with the Iran war disrupting supplies, while imports jumped more than expected.

The Fog Clears: Why the AI Stagnation Just Ended

MCO, MU, SNDK, ORCL, AAOI, BE, FSLY, OWL, META, CRWV

For months, a wall of worry including, the Middle East conflict, power grid exhaustion, and private credit fears have plagued AI stocks. But the tide has turned as geopolitical fears subside, bottlenecks unwind, and demand soars.

CNBC Daily Open: Markets bet on a U.S.-Iran deal amid Hormuz blockade

The U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz risks deepening the energy shock, but markets are shrugging it off amid optimism for a deal.

Singapore central bank tightens monetary policy as Iran war stokes price risks

Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday, flagging the risk that an Iran war-fueled energy shock could raise core inflation.

Oil falls as Vance signals diplomatic efforts are ongoing to resolve Mideast conflict

U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Monday that the next steps in U.S.-Iran peace efforts now depend on Tehran.

Man charged with attempted murder in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman

The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.

Hollywood stars unite to oppose Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger

Stars like Emma Thompson and Ben Stiller signed an open letter against the deal, which Paramount said will ensure creators "have more avenues for their work, not fewer".