Author: kumbhorg

US technology giant Amazon has informed employees of a new round of global layoffs in an email apparently sent in error.A draft email written by Colleen Aubrey, a senior vice president at Amazon Web Services (AWS), was included as part of a calendar invite sent by an executive assistant to a number of Amazon workers late on Tuesday.In the email, Aubrey refers to a swathe of employees in the US, Canada and Costa Rica having been laid off as part of an effort to “strengthen the company.”The message, which has been seen by the BBC, was apparently shared by mistake,…

The bitcoin price rallied sharply into the close on Tuesday, surging above $89,400 after trading as low as $87,100 earlier in the day, according to Bitcoin Magazine Pro data, as markets reacted to fresh remarks from President Donald Trump on the U.S. economy. The late-day move came as Trump, speaking in Iowa, dismissed concerns over the weakening U.S. dollar, telling supporters he was “not concerned” about its decline and insisting the dollar was “doing great.” The comments triggered an immediate reaction across markets, with the dollar sliding further and alternative stores of value catching a bid. Gold climbed to a…

Alan Rickman’s widow, Rima Horton, reflects on his passing from pancreatic cancer a decade ago. She revealed he lived for six months post-diagnosis, prioritizing a pain-free departure and controlling his final arrangements. Horton emphasized his desire to avoid pity, highlighting his immense talent and the void left by his untimely death. Alan Rickman, the beloved actor who played the iconic role of Professor Snape in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, lost his life to pancreatic cancer in 2016. Now, on his 10th death anniversary, Alan Rickman’s widow Rima Horton reflected upon the devastating chapter and the legacy he left behind. Horton,…

NEW DELHI: KL Rahul has revealed that retirement has crossed his mind, though he insists it is still “some time away” and promises he won’t prolong the decision when the moment arrives. In a candid chat with former England captain Kevin Pietersen on his YouTube channel, Rahul said stepping away from cricket would not be a tough choice, noting that life continues beyond the sport.”I’ve (thought about it). I don’t think it’s (retirement) gonna be that difficult,” the 33-year-old told Pietersen. Why Gautam Gambhir is not the ONLY problem | Greenstone Lobo predicts India coach future”If you’re honest with yourself,…

Five higher education lawsuits to watch in 2026 as Trump policies face major court challenges The Trump administration enters 2026 facing a slate of high-stakes lawsuits that could reshape the legal and financial foundations of US higher education. From research funding and DEI-related grants to campus speech and immigration enforcement, courts are increasingly central to determining how far federal power can reach into universities.Several of the most consequential cases remain unresolved, with appeals pending and new rulings expected. Together, they reflect sustained resistance from universities, faculty groups, students and states to policies pursued by President Donald Trump since returning to…

The Bitcoin price is not in line with traders’ expectations. Q4 2025 was a disaster, and, for lack of a better word, underwhelming. Not only did Bitcoin and some of the best cryptos to buy slide to worrying levels, but calls of a December moonshot didn’t materialize. As January comes to a close, there is a real risk of Bitcoin dropping below $87,000. If it does, then, for the first time since late 2018, the BTC USD price would have closed in the red for four consecutive months. Even for optimists, this will be a clear signal that BTC USD…

The recent non-fungible token market downturn, which attracted massive value erosion, project failures, and a significant drop in market capitalization in late 2025, continues to produce major casualties. Nifty Gateway, one of the prominent non-fungible token marketplaces, has shut down its trading platform, citing massive losses. In this article, we shall explore this dispatch in detail. Nifty Gateway Exits The NFT Market In a January 24 blog post, the Nifty Gateway team confirmed plans to close down its operations by February 23, 2026. Starting today, Nifty Gateway is in withdrawal-only mode. It’s unclear whether NFT traders will permanently lose access…

The GBP/USD price analysis suggests a bullish pound amid the data divergence between the US and the UK economies. Higher UK inflation could restrain the BoE from hikes at the Feb meeting, while the Fed’s two rate cuts are already priced in by the markets. Traders are focusing on the FOMC meeting, with attention on Powell’s statement for clues on future policy guidance. The GBP/USD price remains choppy under 1.3700, the highs marked since mid-September 2025. The key catalyst behind the rally is diverging macroeconomic data from the UK and the US, which favor the pound. December retail sales in…

For Amani Samba, entrepreneurship was never just an idea. It was something he was already living. With a background in IT and years of experience working on technology solutions such as access control systems and CCTV, he built a strong technical foundation early in his career. Alongside his professional work, he spent six to seven years developing entrepreneurial projects with his wife. Over time, those side ventures led him to a clear realization. He wanted to take what they had built and scale it properly. “I wanted to equip myself with academic knowledge to enhance the business,” Amani explains. While…

Yungblud has apologised after taking a photo with a controversial musician while in Australia.The British singer, who has been touring the country this month, posed for a photo with Till Lindemann, the frontman German metal band Rammstein, while the pair were both in Western Australia.Lindemann posted the photo with the caption, ”Absolute pleasure meeting @yungblud in Perth.”Yungblud faced swift backlash from fans after taking a photo with a controversial musican while in Australia. (Facebook)Lindemann was accused of sexual misconduct for spiking a fan’s drink at a pre-concert party in Lithuania in 2023.Other women also came forward with similar allegations, but…