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Dec

29th

2040

Amazon | New Offerings, CT_Monitor Company

The best Amazon Prime Day deals under $50 you can shop in 2025

These are some of the best Prime Day deals under $50 we've found this year. Happy shopping! Billy Cadden Amazon Prime Day 2025 has officially begun, which means you have until Friday, July 11th, to take advantage of all of the Amazon Prime Day deals, especially those that are under $50.

Oct

3rd

2026

Viacom18 | Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

Next IPL Media Rights: Can Z’s FIFA bet turn into a serious challenge to JioStar?

FIFA strategy has strengthened Z’s sports proposition and opened a new monetisation playbook, but IPL’s scale and tougher economics could make the next rights battle a different game The next Indian Premier League media rights auction slated early next year could see a familiar name return to the bidding table, but under very different circumstances.

Oct

3rd

2026

Zee Entertainment | Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

Next IPL Media Rights: Can Z’s FIFA bet turn into a serious challenge to JioStar?

FIFA strategy has strengthened Z’s sports proposition and opened a new monetisation playbook, but IPL’s scale and tougher economics could make the next rights battle a different game The next Indian Premier League media rights auction slated early next year could see a familiar name return to the bidding table, but under very different circumstances.

Oct

3rd

2026

Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

India vs Pakistan Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Asian Games 2026 Final

India and Pakistan will face each other in the Asian Games 2026 men's T20 gold medal match on October 3. The high-profile final will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed online on SonyLIV in India.

Oct

2nd

2026

B2B Tag, Sports Rights Updates, Events and Conferences

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Asian Games Cricket 2026 Bronze Medal Match

Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in the bronze medal match of the men's cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026 after both teams missed out on a place in the gold medal clash. The match will be available to watch live on Sony Sports Network and stream on SonyLIV in India.

Oct

2nd

2026

Mellanox Technologies | Emerging Tech, New Offerings, Artificial Intelligence, New Offerings

GIGABYTE AI TOP ATOM 64GB Unified Memory Version Expands Possibilities for Desktop AI Development

TAIPEI, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE today announced the launch of a new 64GB unified memory version of GIGABYTE AI TOP ATOM, expanding its existing 128GB offering.

Oct

2nd

2026

K-TEK | Capital Investment, Partnerships and Alliances, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Partnerships, Investments

ABB committed to support Vietnam’s energy transition, digital transformation

Ho Chi Minh City (VNA) - ABB Group of Switzerland has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam’s development through advanced electrification and automation technologies, as the country accelerates industrial modernisation, digital transformation and energy transition. Focus will be placed on energy infrastructure, data centres, talent development and industrial innovation, it said.

Oct

2nd

2026

CBS Studios | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Paramount+ | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Awesomeness | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

WBD Studios | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Paramount TV Media | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Paramount Direct-to-Consumer | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Skydance | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Paramount Pictures | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Warner Bros. Discovery | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

TNT Sports (US) | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

WBD Networks (Discovery) | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

WarnerMedia | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Warner Bros. Discovery Direct-to-Consumer | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Discovery Networks U.S. | Management Changes, M&A Activities, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, M&A Activities, Management Changes

David Ellison says combined Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery will be named Skydance

(Oct 2): Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery, the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

ExxonMobil | Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Partnerships

Indonesia pushes US oil tech ties to reach one million bpd

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry is promoting technology partnerships between domestic oil and gas companies and their US counterparts to help achieve a crude oil lifting target of one million barrels per day.

Oct

2nd

2026

Ansat Broadcast | Capital Investment, Partnerships and Alliances, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts, Legal Issues and Lawsuits, Partnerships, Investments, Management Changes

Gas Malaysia, PETRONAS Chemicals, TXCD, Berjaya Corp, Zetrix AI, Country Heights, Lim Seong Hai, Mah Sing, Kinergy Advancement

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 2): Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made headlines on Friday. Gas Malaysia Bhd (KL: GASMSIA ) aims to make a final investment decision on plans for its first regasification terminal by the second half of next year.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Nike | Corporate Restructuring, Layoffs, Layoffs, Business Restructuring

Nike's struggles test investor confidence in CEO Hill's turnaround effort

When brought Elliott Hill out of retirement in October 2024, investors hoped the company veteran would quickly reverse years of product missteps, rebuild relationships with wholesalers, and restore the sportswear giant's lost momentum. Two years on, ⁠Nike's market value and earnings have more than halved, while many of the problems Hill was hired to fix - from weakness in China to over-reliance on discounted lifestyle products - continue to weigh on the business.

Fashion Network

Oct

2nd

2026

Air China | B2B Tag

Direct flights boost travel between China, Greece

Direct flights between China and Greece are bringing more Chinese tourists to Athens, boosting travel between the two countries. For more Chinese travelers, Greece is getting closer. Flights are increasing, direct connections are growing, and for travelers from cities like Shanghai and Beijing, the journey to Athens is becoming much simpler.

Oct

2nd

2026

HCLTech | Financial Results, Financial Performance

India's IT companies likely to see sombre H1 FY27 as weakness persists

Indian IT companies are set to report their second-quarter numbers for FY27, with little improvement in the macro environment. This has set the stage for another quarter of low-single-digit sequential revenue growth despite the seasonally-strong period.

Business Standard

Oct

2nd

2026

Infosys | Financial Results, Financial Performance

India's IT companies likely to see sombre H1 FY27 as weakness persists

Indian IT companies are set to report their second-quarter numbers for FY27, with little improvement in the macro environment. This has set the stage for another quarter of low-single-digit sequential revenue growth despite the seasonally-strong period.

Business Standard

Oct

2nd

2026

ExxonMobil | Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Partnerships

Indonesia eyes US oil tech to reach 1 million bpd by 2030

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry is promoting technology partnerships between domestic oil and gas companies and their US counterparts to help achieve a crude oil lifting target of one million barrels per day.

Oct

2nd

2026

Tesla | Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Tesla quarterly deliveries beat as Europe demand recovers

(Oct 2): Tesla beat Wall Street estimates for third-quarter deliveries on Friday, as a demand rebound in Europe offset the loss of US tax incentives and stiffer competition in China. Shares of the Austin, Texas-based company rose more than 3% in early trading.

The Edge Malaysia

Oct

2nd

2026

Sports Rights Updates, B2B Tag

Skippylongstocking To Stand At New York's Amsterdam Two Farm In 2027

Daniel Alonso's GI Pegasus World Cup Invitational winner Skippylongstocking (Exaggerator–Twinkling, by War Chant) will retire to Amsterdam Two Farm in Middleburgh, NY for 2027, at the conclusion of his racing career, the farm announced Friday. In a deal brokered by Michael Slezak and Matt Bowling of Bowling Bloodstock, the earner of over $6-million will go to stud after an attempted defense of his win in the Pegasus at Gulfstream in January.

Thoroughbred Daily News

Oct

2nd

2026

Walgreens | M&A Activities, M&A Activities

Skincare & Magnificence: Walgreens Proprietor Nears US$9 Billion Sale of Boots – Newest Traits

THE WHAT? Walgreens’ personal fairness proprietor Sycamore Companions is reportedly nearing a deal to promote UK pharmacy and sweetness retailer Boots to the Canadian arm of the Weston household for near US$9 billion together with debt.

Oct

2nd

2026

Samsung Electronics (Holding) | New Offerings, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, New Offerings

Samsung's Exynos 2700 enters mass production with 10% higher output than Exynos 2600, says leaker

Samsung has reportedly started mass production of the Exynos 2700, its next flagship smartphone chipset, according to tipster Ice Universe . The leaker claims the 2nm processor has entered front-end wafer production, moving beyond the limited sampling stage that comes before a commercial ramp.

Oct

2nd

2026

Kantar | Capital Investment, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing and Promotional Activities, Investments

Kantar finds marketers back AI assistants, consumers wary

Kantar has found that 75% of marketers plan to increase investment in AI assistants, including in advertising and brand visibility, while only 23% of consumers trust AI assistant recommendations. The findings point to a widening gap between how quickly brands are shifting budgets towards AI-driven discovery tools and how willing consumers are to rely on them when researching products.

eCommerceNews Australia

Oct

2nd

2026

Disney Music Group | Emerging Tech, Cost Cutting, Layoffs, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Layoffs, Business Restructuring, Cost Cutting

Disney president says layoffs 'extremely painful' but necessary

LOS ANGELES: The Walt Disney Company’s President Dana Walden said on Thursday that the company’s layoffs were “extremely painful” but necessary for its survival. Disney has carried out several rounds of cost cutting measures in recent years to combat intense competition in streaming, while advances in AI tools have also become a cheaper production alternative for the billion-dollar company.

Business Recorder

Oct

2nd

2026

Disney Television Animation | Emerging Tech, Cost Cutting, Layoffs, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Layoffs, Business Restructuring, Cost Cutting

Disney president says layoffs 'extremely painful' but necessary

LOS ANGELES: The Walt Disney Company’s President Dana Walden said on Thursday that the company’s layoffs were “extremely painful” but necessary for its survival. Disney has carried out several rounds of cost cutting measures in recent years to combat intense competition in streaming, while advances in AI tools have also become a cheaper production alternative for the billion-dollar company.

Business Recorder

Oct

2nd

2026

Warner Bros. Discovery | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

TNT Sports (US) | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

WBD Networks (Discovery) | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

WarnerMedia | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

Warner Bros. Discovery Direct-to-Consumer | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

Discovery Networks U.S. | Management Changes, M&A Activities, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Management Changes

Paramount, Warner Bros Discovery to be named Skydance after $110 billion merger

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison on Friday said upon closing the company's merger with Warner Bros Discovery , the combined entity will be called Skydance. The move was aimed at maintaining separate identities of the Paramount and Warner Bros studios, rather than putting them under a new brand, Ellison added.

Oct

2nd

2026

Intel | Emerging Tech, Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Partnerships

Intel, Atsign boost secure agentic AI for transport

Intel and Atsign have introduced a security and performance solution for agentic edge AI in smart transportation systems. Their joint work improved encrypted agent-to-agent communications by about 88 times on some Intel hardware. The collaboration addresses a core challenge in running autonomous AI systems at the edge: maintaining end-to-end encryption without sharply reducing speed.

SecurityBrief New Zealand

Oct

2nd

2026

Verizon Consumer | Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts, Partnerships

Versant Reaches Multi-Year Distribution Renewal Agreement With Verizon

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 2, 2026-- Versant (Nasdaq: VSNT) today announced it has reached a multi-year renewal of their distribution agreement with Verizon. The long-term agreement will continue to make Versant’s portfolio of iconic brands, including USA Network, MS NOW, CNBC, Oxygen True Crime, Golf Channel, E!, and SYFY available to Verizon customers. Copyright Business Wire 2026.

The Joplin Globe

Oct

2nd

2026

McLaren Group | Partnerships and Alliances, Partnerships

Motul expands McLaren tie-up to F1, WEC

MOTUL is expanding its technical partnership with McLaren Racing to cover both Formula 1 and the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). It is supplying lubricants for McLaren's F1 car from this season and its WEC Hypercar programme from 2027.

New Straits Times

Oct

2nd

2026

Ford Motor Company | Procurement and Sales, Funding Activities, B2B Tag, Partnerships, Supply Chain and Procurement, Facility Expansion, Funding

JPMorgan, Ford Target $1 Billion Each to Grow Michigan Manufacturing

JPMorganChase aims to provide up to $1 billion in financing to suppliers expanding production in Michigan through a new partnership with Ford, the state, Michigan Central, and Newlab. Ford separately aims to award up to $1 billion in supplier business through the program over the next decade.

Supply Chain 24/7

Oct

2nd

2026

Mellanox Technologies | Capital Investment, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Investments

Amazon (AMZN) Explores $8B Nvidia Chip Sale Through Special Investment Vehicle

Amazon (AMZN) stock fell 0.37% after reports emerged of plans to transfer $8B in Nvidia chips to outside investors via a special purpose vehicle. The post Amazon (AMZN) Explores $8B Nvidia Chip Sale Through Special Investment Vehicle appeared first on Blockonomi.

Oct

2nd

2026

FC Internazionale Milano | B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts

Inter sets priorities for player contract renewals

Inter have set a clear sequence of priorities for renewing player contracts, with Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Carlos Augusto at the top of the list. The management is keen to resolve both cases in the upcoming period.

Oct

2nd

2026

Google DeepMind | New Offerings, Artificial Intelligence, New Offerings

Breaking Physics: Google DeepMind watermarks AI-designed proteins to enhance traceability and biosecurity – What It Means

Google DeepMind has developed a way to watermark proteins designed by artificial intelligence (AI) during the design process itself, which could help scientists better track the origin of these structures. Generative AI models have become a standard tool for researchers to design new protein structures with specific properties or functions, such as muscle-inspired proteins that are stronger than their natural counterparts.

Oct

2nd

2026

Manchester City Football Club | B2B Tag, Legal Issues and Lawsuits

Manchester City file appeal against Premier League financial ruling

Manchester City lodge appeal. 🔗 https://t.co/VlzYJUcoMs pic.twitter.com/lCKmsXZbem

Oct

2nd

2026

Nike | Corporate Restructuring, Layoffs, B2B Tag, Layoffs, Business Restructuring, Facility Expansion

Nike Plans Job Cuts As Revenue Falls 4% To $11.2 Billion

Nike is planning further job cuts as the sportswear giant intensifies its restructuring efforts under CEO Elliott Hill, seeking to make the company more agile, efficient and focused on athletes. The company has not yet disclosed how many employees will be affected, with decisions on impacted roles set to begin in 2027.