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Tencent has announced that its Weixin messaging app, China’s largest, is granting some users access to search capabilities powered by DeepSeek's artificial intelligence model. The company revealed in a statement to Reuters that Weixin is conducting a beta test to trial DeepSeek for search functionality. This development marks a significant...

Honda Motor is reportedly open to resuming merger discussions with Nissan Motor, but only if Nissan’s Chief Executive Officer, Makoto Uchida, steps down from his position. The Financial Times, citing an individual familiar with the matter, disclosed this development on Tuesday. The proposed merger, which would create the world’s fourth-largest...

Last year tested my resilience like no other. From parenting my daughter, who has a complex nervous system disability called PDA, a profile of autism, to responding to a life-threatening crisis when my husband was attacked, I’ve come head to head with what it means to lead in moments of...

Macroeconomic volatility has once again emerged as the primary concern for global business leaders, with 67% reporting moderate to extreme exposure to this risk in the coming year. Findings from PwC’s latest CEO Survey indicate a significant shift in risk perception, underscoring the need for enhanced strategic resilience. The survey...

Swedish financial powerhouse Klarna is exploring the possibility of incorporating cryptocurrency into its offerings, signaling a potential shift in its stance on digital assets. CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski recently expressed curiosity about the integration of crypto, seeking input on how the company could embrace this evolving financial landscape. The move comes...

A few years back, as I was coping with a life-altering condition, I sought answers from those who seemed imbued with a certain quality I could only label “wise.” I tried to find people who had more depth in their approach to life to ask their advice. At the same...

Rejlers has confirmed the appointment of Ragnar Holtan as the permanent CEO of its Norwegian division. Holtan, who has been serving as acting CEO since October 2024, will now officially lead the company forward. At 41, Holtan brings a wealth of industry expertise. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Maritime Electro...

NTT DATA has announced the appointment of Sudhir Chaturvedi as its Global Chief Growth Officer and CEO of North America operations. In this newly established role, Chaturvedi will be responsible for driving global growth strategies across key industries and strategic accounts while working closely with partners to enhance market execution....

The planned acquisition of a 20% stake in Thyssenkrupp’s steel business by the holding company of Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky may be scrapped if discussions on deeper collaboration do not succeed. Thyssenkrupp CEO Miguel Lopez revealed this possibility during the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting. Lopez explained that a contingency agreement...

In a moment widely seen as a long-overdue correction, Beyoncé secured the Album of the Year award at the 67th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone in her career. The recognition came for Cowboy Carter, her eighth album, which explores and celebrates the often-overlooked Black roots of...