Starbucks expands coffee delivery and services in China through tie-up with Meituan
The partnership with Meituan comes as Starbucks faces increasing competition from well-funded domestic tea and coffee chains in China such as HeyTea and Manner.
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Shopify steps up China expansion through tie-up with e-commerce giant JD.com
The tie-up marks a significant step up in China expansion for Shopify and is another step in JD's internationalization efforts.
Turkish mobile gaming start-up defies economic turmoil to hit a $2.75 billion valuation
Mobile gaming — and tech more broadly — is proving to be a bright spot in an otherwise hellish economic landscape in Turkey.
Italy has quietly become one of Big Tech's most prolific antagonists
Italy’s antitrust watchdog slapped Amazon with a hefty $1.28 billion fine in December — but that's only its latest salvo in a string of moves against Big Tech.
Fines for breaches of EU privacy law spike sevenfold to $1.2 billion, as Big Tech bears the brunt
EU data protection authorities have handed out a total of $1.2 billion in fines over breaches of the bloc's GDPR law since Jan. 28, 2021.
From 6G to big data, China is looking to boost tech's share of its economy
The ambition highlights China's push to get ahead in new technology as it continues a rivalry with the U.S. in areas from semiconductors to AI.
Bitcoin millionaires are moving to Puerto Rico for lower taxes and island living
The U.S. territory has crypto-friendly policies, including huge tax breaks to those who spend at least 183 days on the island each year.
Autonomous driving start-up Wayve bags $200 million from Microsoft, Virgin and Baillie Gifford
London-based Wayve has been backed by a host of big name investors in a funding round that brings total investment in the company up to $258 million.
Amazon and DraftKings were among suitors keen on The Athletic before sale to The New York Times
The Athletic considered a variety of merger and alternative funding options before agreeing to sell to The New York Times.
Ford signs five-year payments deal with Stripe for e-commerce drive
The tie-up marks one of the biggest client wins yet for Stripe, and forms part of Ford's turnaround plan under CEO Jim Farley.
Meituan backs A.I. chip start-up as Chinese tech giants pour money into semiconductors
China has made boosting self-sufficiency as well as research and development into semiconductors a top priority, prompting tech giants to invest into chips.
Amazon halts plan to stop accepting Visa credit cards in the UK
Amazon was expected to prevent Brits from using a Visa-issued credit card on its platform from Jan. 19.
How the U.S. fell behind in lithium, the 'white gold' of electric vehicles
The U.S. used to be a global leader in lithium production, but now has fallen way behind. Several domestic projects are in the works, but will it be enough?
State AGs appeal dismissal of their antitrust suit against Facebook
The states, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, argued the judge wrongly dismissed their case.
Microsoft investor who pushed shareholder vote on harassment report says change is coming
Microsoft shareholders overwhelmingly supported a shareholder initiative on sexual harassment. The woman behind the proposal says it's a sign of progress.
Bill Ford is doubling down on Ford shares, and quietly amassing more control of his great-grandfather's company in the process
The decision to purchase the shares bucks a recent trend by CEOs and corporate insiders who sold a record $69 billion in stock in 2021.
Tesla asked law firm to fire attorney who worked on Elon Musk probe at SEC, report says
Cooley LLP did not fire the attorney, and Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX have since started to replace the firm, The Wall Street Journal reported.
This rarely used tax loophole is helping some bitcoin holders save tons of cash
The HIFO (short for highest in, first out) accounting method can significantly slash an investor's tax obligation.
Shams vs. the 'Woj bomb': Sports reporters are duking it out for scoops on Twitter, and their value is soaring
A handful of top sports reporters are followed by millions of fans desperate for breaking news. They're now set to command big paydays.
Here's what it's like watching an NBA game courtside — in the metaverse
CNBC sports business reporter Jabari Young experienced the Jan. 10 NBA courtside game between the Celtics and Pacers on the Oculus 2 headset.
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