Softbank PayPay

Softbank PayPay Today, Nov 5: Listing Process Stuck Over Ongoing US Government Shutdown

We turn our focus to “Softbank PayPay” early and often. The planned U.S. listing of PayPay Corporation, backed by SoftBank Corp. has hit a major speed-bump. On Nov 5 2025 the company announced that its regulatory review with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been stalled as a direct result of the U.S….

M&S profits

M&S Profits 2025: Retailer Sees Earnings Halve After Major Cyber Attack

British retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) has revealed that its M&S profits for the first half of its 2025 financial year have more than halved, following a damaging cyber-attack that disrupted its online operations and forced large one-off costs. The results underscore how vulnerable even long-established retail businesses are in today’s digital world. What…

Super Micro

Super Micro News Today, Nov 5: Supply Bottlenecks Pressure AI Server Maker’s Stock

We’re watching a critical moment for Super Micro. The company, once a clear beneficiary of the AI server boom, just announced that about US$1.5 billion of expected revenue in the quarter has been shifted out due to delivery delays. Its shares dropped over 8‑9% as investors responded to the news. In short, even in a hot growth…

Google

Google’s $32 Billion Wiz Deal Gets DOJ Green Light, CEO Confirms

We’re seeing a major move in the tech world: Google is buying cloud‑security firm Wiz for $32 billion. The deal has cleared a key hurdle: the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) antitrust review. Why should we care? Because it shows how serious Google is about securing its cloud business. And it raises big questions about…

China Bans Foriegn AI Chips

China Bans Foreign AI Chips as Beijing Pushes Self-Reliance in AI Infrastructure

China has announced a major policy move that is set to reshape the global technology and semiconductor landscape. In a bold step toward technological independence, China Bans Foriegn AI Chips from use in government systems, state-owned enterprises, and key infrastructure sectors. The decision is part of Beijing’s long-term strategy to reduce dependence on Western technology…