Space Force plans alternative GPS network with Astranis, others
A depiction of Nexus satellites in a medium Earth orbit constellation. Astranis The U.S. Air Force began deploying the Global Positioning System — more commonly known as GPS — nearly 50 years ago, satellites which have become critical infrastructure for both the military and the economy. Since then, GPS is estimated to have generated more […]
Nvidia to replace Intel in the Dow, underscoring downfall of an industry titan
Nvidia will replace Intel in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, illustrating a changing of the guard in technology and the downfall of what was once an industry titan.
Boeing union backs sweetened contract offer that could end strike, sets vote for Monday
Boeing workers from the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 751 gather on a picket line near the entrance to a Boeing production facility on the day of a vote on a new contract proposal during an ongoing strike in Renton, Washington, U.S. October 23, 2024. David Ryder | Reuters Boeing and its […]
This surprising investment strategy could boost your retirement nest egg—but proceed with caution
Most people want to play it safe with their retirement nest egg — but they could also lose ground that way.
Apple commits $1.5 billion to Globalstar for iPhone satellite services
Apple committed about $1.5 billion to satellite communications company Globalstar to fund the expansion of iPhone services, the companies disclosed in a securities filing on Friday. The tech giant’s deal with Globalstar includes $1.1 billion in cash, of which $232 million will go toward the satellite company’s current debt, and a 20% equity stake. The […]
‘I am physically and mentally healthy’: I’m a 66-year-old retiree. Should I wait until after the election before investing $300,000 in stocks?
“I have most of my expenses covered.”
Thanksgiving box office showdown shows importance of premium screens
Wicked, Gladiator II, and Moana 2 Movie Posters. Sources: Universal (L), Paramount (C) and Disney (R) Three heavyweight Hollywood blockbusters will face off at the box office in November, each vying for audience attention, ticket sales and time on theaters’ biggest screens. Universal‘s “Wicked,” Paramount‘s “Gladiator II” and Disney‘s “Moana 2” arrive in cinemas within […]
Intel CEO’s turnaround mirrors some moves by Steve Jobs. But is it too late?
Intel Corp. Chief Executive Pat Gelsinger gave a few important details Thursday about the company’s ongoing restructuring that mirrored some of the moves that Steve Jobs made at Apple — but it may take longer to see the results.
Boeing strike will dent last jobs report before election
Boeing workers gather on a picket line near the entrance to a Boeing facility during an ongoing strike on October 24, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. David Ryder | Getty Images Boeing‘s more than seven-week machinist strike is set to hit Friday’s U.S. jobs report — the last one that will be released before Nov. 5 […]
Ford to halt production of electric F-150 Lightning until 2025
Ford workers produce the electric F-150 Lightning pickup at the automaker’s Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center on Dec. 13, 2022. Michael Wayland | CNBC DETROIT — Ford Motor plans to halt production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning from mid-November until early next year to address bloated inventories and narrow losses on the pickup trucks. The […]
