OpenAI is introducing an artificial intelligence model that’s intended to be better at completing work without much direction, part of a push to keep pace with rivals like Anthropic PBC in courting business customers. The ChatGPT maker on Thursday unveiled GPT 5.5, a new model that it says is better at aiding scientists, streamlining software development and carrying out more complex tasks. That i...
OpenAI is introducing an artificial intelligence model that’s intended to be better at completing work without much direction, part of a push to keep pace with rivals like Anthropic PBC in courting business customers. The ChatGPT maker on Thursday unveiled GPT 5.5, a new model that it says is better at aiding scientists, streamlining software development and carrying out more complex tasks. That includes using email, spreadsheets, calendars and other applications to follow a user’s commands on a computer. “It just goes and kind of figures it out, deals with ambiguity,” OpenAI co-founder and President Greg Brockman said of the model’s ability to accomplish tasks without much guidance. “It’s a much more intuitive experience.” OpenAI and Anthropic are locked in a heated battle to convince a broader mix of businesses to pay for their software and offset the immense cost of building more advanced systems. The two companies are particularly focused on pushing out AI software that is more adept at coding, cybersecurity and scientific applications. Both firms are also expected to move ahead with initial public offerings as soon as this year , adding pressure to bolster revenue. Anthropic has gained new momentum in recent months, fueled in part by demand for AI coding tools that streamline the process of software development. Earlier this month, Anthropic unveiled a more powerful AI model called Mythos that it said is capable of detecting and exploiting security vulnerabilities in critical software. The company has limited release of that tool to a select group of partners; OpenAI has taken similar steps with its own cyber-focused model. In a briefing with reporters, Brockman stressed that GPT-5.5 is “extremely” good at coding, a lucrative market for AI developers. Brockman also said the model will be used to power a so-called super app that OpenAI plans to launch, bringing together its chatbot, coding tool and web browser. Last week, OpenAI also rolled out an early version ...
Study of fossilised beaks shows patterns of wear and suggests some ancient species were up to 19 metres long Giant “kraken-like” octopuses that used powerful beaks to crunch through bones of prey were among the most formidable predators of the Cretaceous oceans, according to research. Analysis of dozens of newly identified fossils reveals that some ancient octopus species reached up to 19 metres i...
Study of fossilised beaks shows patterns of wear and suggests some ancient species were up to 19 metres long Giant “kraken-like” octopuses that used powerful beaks to crunch through bones of prey were among the most formidable predators of the Cretaceous oceans, according to research. Analysis of dozens of newly identified fossils reveals that some ancient octopus species reached up to 19 metres in length, meaning they would have rivalled – and possibly even preyed upon – apex predators such as mosasaurs and plesiosaurs. Continue reading...
The following companies are expected to report earnings after hours on 04/23/2026. Visit our Earnings Calendar for a full list of expected earnings releases.Intel Corporation (INTC)is reporting for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The semiconductor company's consensus earnings
The following companies are expected to report earnings after hours on 04/23/2026. Visit our Earnings Calendar for a full list of expected earnings releases.Intel Corporation (INTC)is reporting for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The semiconductor company's consensus earnings
OpenAI just announced its new GPT-5.5 model, which the company calls its "smartest and most intuitive to use model yet, and the next step toward a new way of getting work done on a computer." OpenAI just released GPT-5.4 last month , but says that the new GPT-5.5 "excels" at tasks like writing and debugging code, doing research online, making spreadsheets and documents, and doing that work across ...
OpenAI just announced its new GPT-5.5 model, which the company calls its "smartest and most intuitive to use model yet, and the next step toward a new way of getting work done on a computer." OpenAI just released GPT-5.4 last month , but says that the new GPT-5.5 "excels" at tasks like writing and debugging code, doing research online, making spreadsheets and documents, and doing that work across different tools. "Instead of carefully managing every step, you can give GPT-5.5 a messy, multi-part task and trust it to plan, use tools, check its work, navigate through ambiguity, and keep going," according to OpenAI. The company also notes that … Read the full story at The Verge.
You just inherited an IRA from a deceased loved one. While you're likely still mourning the loss, you may also be relieved to have the extra cash to spend how you like. So it can be a bit of a shock when you learn you don't have complete control over the funds. If the money comes from a traditional IRA, you'll owe taxes on the withdrawals. You'll also likely have to follow the 10-year rule to avoi...
You just inherited an IRA from a deceased loved one. While you're likely still mourning the loss, you may also be relieved to have the extra cash to spend how you like. So it can be a bit of a shock when you learn you don't have complete control over the funds. If the money comes from a traditional IRA, you'll owe taxes on the withdrawals. You'll also likely have to follow the 10-year rule to avoid IRS penalties. Here's how that works. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading
Yet Another Dead NASA Scientist: Nuclear Propulsion Expert Was Found Charred Inside Crashed Tesla Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news, The case of yet another top NASA nuclear engineer turning up dead in a fiery crash has hit the headlines, adding to the dark and mysterious pattern of experts tied to advanced propulsion and space secrets apparently being targeted. Joshua LeBlanc, 29, a tea...
Yet Another Dead NASA Scientist: Nuclear Propulsion Expert Was Found Charred Inside Crashed Tesla Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news, The case of yet another top NASA nuclear engineer turning up dead in a fiery crash has hit the headlines, adding to the dark and mysterious pattern of experts tied to advanced propulsion and space secrets apparently being targeted. Joshua LeBlanc, 29, a team lead on NASA’s most cutting-edge nuclear thermal propulsion projects, was found charred beyond recognition inside his burned Tesla after vanishing from his Huntsville, Alabama home. His family immediately feared abduction. He left his phone and wallet behind—an act they called completely uncharacteristic. Tesla Sentry Mode data later showed the vehicle sat motionless at Huntsville International Airport for four hours the morning of July 22, 2025. The car was discovered that afternoon after colliding with a guardrail, slamming into trees, and erupting in flames. Authorities confirmed his identity days later through forensic examination. A NASA nuclear scientist was found deceased in his Tesla after colliding with a guardrail, leaving his body so burned that he was completely unrecognizable, according to a new report from Fox News. 29-year-old Joshua LeBlanc, who worked on nuclear propulsion projects, died in a… https://t.co/C793en0aeU pic.twitter.com/8YIhgG7fE3 — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) April 22, 2026 LeBlanc had worked at NASA for over five years, first as team lead for the Space Nuclear Propulsion (SNP) Instrumentation and Control Maturation project, then leading NASA’s Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operation (DRACO)—a nuclear thermal propulsion engine designed to slash travel times to Mars and beyond. His family told local outlets the trip west was never part of his plans for the day, and he had been in regular contact right up until he vanished. “They feared he had been abducted,” reports confirmed. NASA nuclear engineer found dead in burned Tesla after van...
Intel headquarters in Santa Clara, California, on Jan. 22, 2026. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Semiconductor stocks are powering the U.S. equity market to records in recent days and traders are predicting that means a big swing in shares of Intel after earnings after the bell Thursday. Options are pricing in a $6.23 move on the report, a roughly 9% swing. That wouldn't be out of the ordinary for ...
Intel headquarters in Santa Clara, California, on Jan. 22, 2026. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Semiconductor stocks are powering the U.S. equity market to records in recent days and traders are predicting that means a big swing in shares of Intel after earnings after the bell Thursday. Options are pricing in a $6.23 move on the report, a roughly 9% swing. That wouldn't be out of the ordinary for the chipmaker: Shares slid as much as 18% after reporting fourth-quarter earnings in January before staging a 50% rally just this month alone. The semiconductor group is up 145% in the past year, and Intel's been a key leader, climbing more than 230% over that period. The catch is, the stock has dropped after three of its last four earnings reports. Sentiment looks like it's shifting more bullish this time around. There are about as many puts trading as calls, but options traders are paying beefier premiums in upside calls, with total call premiums nearing $100M versus $50M in puts, according to data compiled by SpotGamma. One big bullish trader this morning spent $2.2 million buying 3,200 $70 strike calls expiring June 18. Given the stock's recent history of dropping after earnings, that seems less like a bet on the direction Friday and more that the stock will find footing in its long-term uptrend that's been in play since last summer. Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.
jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images AT&T Inc. ( T ) reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter on Wednesday, which was supported by robust growth in the broadband business. AT&T acquired Lumen’s Mass Market fiber business last year, which has led to an expansion in the customer base and which sets AT&T up for sustained growth in the years ahead. Unfortunately, the tele...
jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images AT&T Inc. ( T ) reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter on Wednesday, which was supported by robust growth in the broadband business. AT&T acquired Lumen’s Mass Market fiber business last year, which has led to an expansion in the customer base and which sets AT&T up for sustained growth in the years ahead. Unfortunately, the telecommunications company also saw an increase in its net debt as a result of this transaction. While I believe the transaction made strategic sense for AT&T from a growth perspective, the increase in net debt is not something that I like to see, especially since AT&T already carried a large amount of debt on its balance sheet before the transaction closed in Q1'26. However, given the firm's solid free cash flow outlook and strong dividend coverage, I am staying bullish on AT&T but would recommend income investors pay close attention to the telecom's leverage trend going forward. YCharts Previous Rating In October 2025, I highlighted a strong value proposition for AT&T, a 4% Yield, Strong Broadband Growth, Cheap Stock , because the telecommunications company benefited from strong momentum in its broadband segment, allowing it to add hundreds of thousands of new subscribers each quarter amid a rapid broadband buildout. I like the broadband momentum after the acquisition of Lumen's fiber business, but I am mindful that this transaction came at the expense of a rising leverage ratio. I maintain a 'Strong Buy' rating for now, amid a high degree of free cash flow and dividend visibility, but a deterioration in the leverage ratio going forward may result in a rating downgrade. AT&T Beats Q1’26 Estimates On Broadband Strength The telecommunications company beat top and bottom line estimates for the first fiscal quarter on Wednesday: AT&T published non-GAAP earnings of $0.57 per share, which beat the consensus estimates by $0.02 per share. AT&T’s top line came in at $31.5 billion, sur...
Oil jumped after a report from Iran said the country’s air defense had been activated against hostile targets , as tensions simmer with Israel and the US and the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked to vital global energy flows. West Texas Intermediate futures rose as much as 5% to trade above $97 a barrel in New York, after gaining almost 11% in the three previous sessions. Brent traded near $106. Sh...
Oil jumped after a report from Iran said the country’s air defense had been activated against hostile targets , as tensions simmer with Israel and the US and the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked to vital global energy flows. West Texas Intermediate futures rose as much as 5% to trade above $97 a barrel in New York, after gaining almost 11% in the three previous sessions. Brent traded near $106. Shipowners are facing mounting evidence that it is unsafe to transit the key waterway, despite Washington’s assurances to the contrary, while all warring parties ramp up hawkish rhetoric. Defense Minister Israel Katz said that Israel is poised to resume the war with Iran and is currently just “waiting for a green light from the US.” That compounded bullish momentum from after Trump said in a social media post that he had ordered the US Navy to “shoot and kill” boats laying mines in the strait, through which about a fifth of global energy typically transits. US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum later denied this marked an escalation of the conflict.
CrowdStrike ( NASDAQ: CRWD ) dropped 5.55% to $440.78 in Thursday afternoon trading, breaking a six-day rally. The stock had gained more than 17.11% over that stretch, outpacing the S&P 500’s 2.45% increase. Despite that run, shares are down 4.52% year to date versus the index’s 4.27% rise. A Seeking Alpha analyst, Stone Fox Capital , assigned a “Strong Sell” rating to CRWD, pointing to valuation ...
CrowdStrike ( NASDAQ: CRWD ) dropped 5.55% to $440.78 in Thursday afternoon trading, breaking a six-day rally. The stock had gained more than 17.11% over that stretch, outpacing the S&P 500’s 2.45% increase. Despite that run, shares are down 4.52% year to date versus the index’s 4.27% rise. A Seeking Alpha analyst, Stone Fox Capital , assigned a “Strong Sell” rating to CRWD, pointing to valuation headwinds despite AI-led growth and ties to Anthropic’s Claude Mythos. The analyst noted that share buybacks at elevated multiples and evolving AI risks leave the stock exposed to downside. In contrast, Seeking Alpha analyst Amrita Roy has a “Buy” rating on the company, saying the company is well positioned to benefit from Anthropic’s Project Glasswing, which reframes AI as an enabler rather than a threat to cybersecurity. Roy highlighted 47% year-over-year growth in net new ARR for the Falcon platform, driven by strong adoption of cloud security, identity, and SIEM modules, adding that recent product launches reinforce CrowdStrike’s role in AI-led security. KeyBanc analyst Eric Heath, in a recent report, upgraded CrowdStrike to “overweight” with a $525 price target, citing Anthropic’s Mythos as a catalyst for higher cybersecurity spending. Heath said the breadth of the Falcon platform, strong positioning across near-term security needs and long-term runtime defense, and inclusion in Project Glasswing provide a competitive edge while mitigating AI disruption risks. He added that growing concern around Mythos among executives and policymakers could further support cyber budgets. Wall Street sentiment remains broadly positive, with 41 analysts rating the stock a buy or better and 12 assigning Hold ratings, with no Sell recommendations. However, Seeking Alpha’s Quant system assigns a Hold rating with a score of 3.16, reflecting strong profitability and growth tempered by valuation concerns. Seeking Alpha analysts also maintain a Hold stance overall. More on CrowdStrike Claude,...
LewisTsePuiLung/iStock Editorial via Getty Images JPMorgan Chase ( JPM ) is planning to deploy capital into loans sourced by the company's commercial bankers as part of a wider strategy, Bloomberg News reported , citing executives of the asset management division. The banking giant is in talks with institutional investors to raise several billion dollars, having already secured some commitments, a...
LewisTsePuiLung/iStock Editorial via Getty Images JPMorgan Chase ( JPM ) is planning to deploy capital into loans sourced by the company's commercial bankers as part of a wider strategy, Bloomberg News reported , citing executives of the asset management division. The banking giant is in talks with institutional investors to raise several billion dollars, having already secured some commitments, according to J.P. Morgan Asset Management's George Gatch, CEO, and Bob Michele, head of global fixed income, currency, and commodities. Commercial bankers "will be sourcing and originating loans, asset management will look and take bites," Michele told Bloomberg News, adding the push is "genuinely independent of the credit cycle." The move reportedly marks JPM Asset Management's most aggressive effort to reclaim ground in the $1.8 trillion private credit market after HPS Investment Partners spun out from the New York-based company in 2016. The push comes amid a surge in redemption requests in the private credit sector, with the managers, including Apollo Global Management ( APO ), Ares Management ( ARES ), Blackstone ( BX ), Blue Owl Capital ( OWL ), and KKR ( KKR ), said to have received $20.8B in redemption requests during the first quarter. In the past, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has downplayed systemic risks from the rapid growth of private credit while warning that looser underwriting standards could amplify losses in the next downturn. JPM executives are said to have started laying the groundwork for the strategy that it's raising money for now shortly after deal talks with Monroe Capital (MRCC) failed. "It's an interesting time given the growth of the private credit business and some of the dislocations," Gatch reportedly said. "We think there's a great opportunity going forward." "We've looked at many different options over time and decided to organically expand our efforts in this area," Gatch reportedly said. More on JPMorgan Chase JPMorgan Preferreds Pair Trade Idea...
Amtrak is seeking a preliminary injunction against Metro-North Railroad that would allow its non-revenue trains to run between New York City’s northern suburbs and Connecticut. Amtrak said Metro-North has during the past two months denied requests to run work trains, reposition equipment and test NextGen Acela trains between New Rochelle and New Haven, according to a lawsuit the national passenger...
Amtrak is seeking a preliminary injunction against Metro-North Railroad that would allow its non-revenue trains to run between New York City’s northern suburbs and Connecticut. Amtrak said Metro-North has during the past two months denied requests to run work trains, reposition equipment and test NextGen Acela trains between New Rochelle and New Haven, according to a lawsuit the national passenger rail provider filed late Wednesday in Manhattan federal court. Metro-North owns the tracks along that line. Amtrak said Metro-North’s refusals stem from an unrelated disagreement regarding the cost of repairs to the New Haven Line’s overhead wire system, called catenary, which Metro-North says were damaged by a NextGen Acela train, according to the filing. “Their actions are violating agreements we’ve had in place for more than 35 years, causing escalating harm to Amtrak’s operations, undermining safety‑critical rail activity, disrupting service needed by millions of passengers, and putting the reliability of intercity rail service at risk,” Amtrak said in a statement Thursday. The court filing is the latest dispute between Amtrak and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority , which runs New York City’s subways, buses, and two commuter rail lines, including Metro North. The MTA is working to bring Metro-North service into Penn Station, creating more transit service to Bronx residents. But last year it postponed the completion date by three years to 2030, claiming that Amtrak — which owns the tracks in the Bronx — failed to provide enough access to their infrastructure for the MTA to conduct work. “The people of the Bronx have been waiting generations watching trains blow by without stopping,” John J. McCarthy, MTA’s head of policy and external relations, said in a statement Thursday. “We have a project that will change that and improve lives for people in the Bronx, cutting their commute times by 40 minutes. It’s not clear who in the federal government is directing Amtrak...
Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would assess potential abuse of the company's dominant market position. CADE's members backed a proposal from its interim chief Diogo Thomson de Andrade to return the case to its general superintendence for formal administrative proceed...
Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would assess potential abuse of the company's dominant market position. CADE's members backed a proposal from its interim chief Diogo Thomson de Andrade to return the case to its general superintendence for formal administrative proceedings, citing the evolution of Google's conduct since the 2019 inquiry began. CONTEXT • The case began following CADE's 2019 determination to examine competitive conditions in search and news markets.
Hair dryer Financial instruments are derivatives of underlying reality. A share of stock in Apple Inc. represents fractional ownership of Apple’s offices and intellectual property and the cash flows from its business. An Apple option represents a bet on the future price of that Apple stock. An S&P 500 index fund represents a collection of claims on 500 companies’ stocks. A Treasury bond represents...
Hair dryer Financial instruments are derivatives of underlying reality. A share of stock in Apple Inc. represents fractional ownership of Apple’s offices and intellectual property and the cash flows from its business. An Apple option represents a bet on the future price of that Apple stock. An S&P 500 index fund represents a collection of claims on 500 companies’ stocks. A Treasury bond represents a claim on the US government’s future ability to collect taxes. A Treasury futures contract represents a claim on the future delivery of a Treasury bond. Oil futures represent the future value of crude oil drilled out of the earth and delivered to certain terminals. An interest-rate swap represents a bet on the future level of some benchmark interest rate calculated from the actual rate charged in some set of lending transactions. It is often true that the underlying reality is, in some loose sense, bigger than the financial instrument derived from it. Apple’s stock is quite big, but Apple is bigger. Its $4 trillion stock-market value represents only a fraction of the economic activity involving Apple. If you buy an iPhone for $1,000, maybe $250 of that goes to shareholders; the other $750 goes to Apple’s employees and suppliers and other stakeholders. But, also, if you buy an iPhone for $1,000, presumably it is worth more than $1,000 to you. If you use that iPhone to text your loved ones and buy stuff online and write financial newsletters, all of that activity is in a sense downstream of Apple. More simply, when the financial instrument is a “derivative” in the technical sense — a stock option, a Treasury futures contract — the underlying market is often bigger than the derivative market. An Apple option is a side bet on Apple stock; the stock is the main event. But that is not a law of nature, and sometimes derivatives markets become bigger than the underlying markets. Intuitively, if the underlying market is smaller, then the tail will wag the dog a bit: Instead of the...
What is next for Netflix after its Q1 guidance selloff? Netflix, Inc. ( NFLX ) dropped 10% following the release of its Q1 2026 earnings report. The streaming giant delivered 16% year-over-year revenue growth to $12.2 billion and collected a $2.8 billion merger termination fee from the collapsed Warner Bros. Discovery deal, but soft Q2 guidance and an unchanged full-year outlook triggered the shar...
What is next for Netflix after its Q1 guidance selloff? Netflix, Inc. ( NFLX ) dropped 10% following the release of its Q1 2026 earnings report. The streaming giant delivered 16% year-over-year revenue growth to $12.2 billion and collected a $2.8 billion merger termination fee from the collapsed Warner Bros. Discovery deal, but soft Q2 guidance and an unchanged full-year outlook triggered the sharp market reaction. Despite the selloff, analyst sentiment remains mixed, with several experts maintaining Buy ratings while acknowledging the growth deceleration concerns that weighed on shares. What Do Seeking Alpha Analysts Say About Netflix’s Future? Bulls pointed to Netflix’s strong operational foundation, including a 32.3% operating margin and robust free cash flow generation. The ad-supported tier has emerged as a key growth driver, with over 60% of new Q1 signups in supported regions opting for ad plans and ad revenue projected to double to $3 billion in 2026 following a 70% increase in the advertiser base. The $2.8 billion cash infusion from the WBD deal termination strengthens the balance sheet while avoiding significant debt accumulation. Analysts also highlighted optionality in live events, including ongoing discussions with the NFL to expand its existing partnership, as well as potential efficiency gains from AI adoption. Bears, however, highlighted concerns about decelerating growth and the unchanged full-year forecast despite recent price hikes. Ad-supported growth is being achieved by pushing users onto ad tiers, causing a 25% decline in engagement from Netflix’s peak levels. Rising content costs remain a structural concern, with spending increasing from $17 billion to $20 billion despite subscriber growth. The departure of co-founder and Board Chair Reed Hastings in June introduces additional execution risk during a critical transition period. Here’s a breakdown of what some analysts had to say: Kenio Fontes, Rating: Buy: “The market overreacted to guidance ...
According to an SEC filing dated April 23, 2026, Capital Management Corp. sold 443,826 shares of WisdomTree (NYSE:WT) in the first quarter, trimming its position by roughly 79%. The estimated transaction value was approximately $6.9 million, based on the average closing price for the quarter. The fund held 118,060 shares of WT at quarter-end, and the reported net position change -- reflecting both...
According to an SEC filing dated April 23, 2026, Capital Management Corp. sold 443,826 shares of WisdomTree (NYSE:WT) in the first quarter, trimming its position by roughly 79%. The estimated transaction value was approximately $6.9 million, based on the average closing price for the quarter. The fund held 118,060 shares of WT at quarter-end, and the reported net position change -- reflecting both share sales and stock price movement during the period -- was a decrease of $5.1 million. WisdomTree is a New York-based asset manager and one of the larger ETF-focused firms operating across the U.S. and Europe. At first glance, Capital Management’s decision to unload 79% of its WisdomTree stake might look like a vote of no confidence -- but the details tell a more nuanced story. WisdomTree shares have more than doubled over the past year, and institutional trimming after a run like that is often simple profit-taking or portfolio rebalancing rather than a fundamental change in outlook. For a firm like Capital Management -- which focuses on cash flow-rich companies trading at discounts to its own valuation estimates -- locking in gains on a position that’s soared more than 100% in 12 months is a pretty routine move. Continue reading
Meta Platforms plans to cut 10% of workers, or roughly 8,000 employees, in an effort to boost efficiency and offset its heavy spending on artificial intelligence. Ed Ludlow reports on "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)
Meta Platforms plans to cut 10% of workers, or roughly 8,000 employees, in an effort to boost efficiency and offset its heavy spending on artificial intelligence. Ed Ludlow reports on "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)