Blockchain Isn’t Ready for Major Video Games, Brevan Howard’s Sullivan Says
Blockchain technology isn’t even close to being compatible with the power required to run high-quality video games, despite pushes by game studios to engage in the space.
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UK Retail Sales Rebound as Shoppers Return From Wet July
UK retail sales rebounded in August as the return of more settled weather brought consumers back into the shops.
EU Trade Chief Heads to China With Anti-Subsidy EV Probe Looming Over Relationship
A typically routine forum for trade talks between China and the European Union this weekend becomes a high-stakes test of an economic relationship involving more than $900 billion in bilateral commerce.
UK Retail Sales Rebound as Shoppers Returning From Wet July
UK retail sales rebounded in August as the return of more settled weather brought consumers back into the shops.
Microsoft’s Activision Deal Set to Get UK’s CMA Approval
Microsoft Corp. got a huge boost in its attempt to clear the final global regulatory hurdle for the $69 billion Activision Blizzard Inc. deal after the UK’s antitrust watchdog said the revised deal offer from the tech giant appeared to address its concerns.
US Futures Rise as Yen Weakens After BOJ Decision: Markets Wrap
US equity futures rose and shares in Asia erased earlier declines Friday in a sign of steadying risk sentiment as investors adapt to the prospect interest rates will remain higher for longer.
Huawei’s New Chip Powering Sales Surge Shown to Have 5G Support
Huawei Technologies Co.’s Kirin 9000s processor supports 5G wireless speeds, TechInsights said, dispelling some of the mystery around the Chinese company’s latest devices.
Vietnamese Internet Platform VNG Postpones US IPO
Vietnam-based internet startup VNG Ltd. has decided to postpone its plans for a US initial public offering, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Keensight Capital Raises $3 Billion for Growth Buyouts
European private equity firm Keensight Capital said it has raised €2.8 billion ($3 billion) to invest in technology and health-care companies.
South Korea Seeks Revived China-Japan Summit to Firm Up Ties
South Korea’s ambassador to Japan said “high-level” talks are underway for a three-nation summit with China poised to happen this year, and it wouldn’t affect ties with the US.