News•Feb 27, 2026
Bits: Etihad Signs McLaren F1 Deal, Get a 100% Bonus Buying IHG Points
Etihad Airways has signed a multi‑year sponsorship with the McLaren Formula 1 and United Autosports WEC teams, securing branding on race cars, helmets and a future Dreamliner livery. The partnership extends Etihad’s long‑standing involvement with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Meanwhile, IHG One Rewards is running a limited‑time 100% bonus on points purchases, allowing members to double up to 400,000 points through March 17. The promotion is priced at roughly 0.37 pence per point, slightly below the program’s typical valuation.
By Head for Points
News•Feb 27, 2026
Franchise Success Leads Harvey Norman to ‘Very Solid’ Results
Harvey Norman reported half‑year 2026 sales exceeding $5 billion, a 6.9% increase driven largely by its franchise network. After‑tax profit rose 15.2% to $321.9 million as operating expenses fell to 17.8% of revenue. Australian franchisee sales grew 4.8% to $3.5 billion, now representing...
By Inside Retail Australia
News•Feb 27, 2026
EBay Cuts Jobs Again, Impacting 6% of Global Workforce
eBay is cutting roughly 800 jobs, representing about 6% of its global workforce. The layoffs affect employees in multiple U.S. locations, including Oregon, Utah, Texas and California, and span several functional areas. The company has not issued an official statement,...
By HR Katha (India)
News•Feb 27, 2026
WA Takes Its Critical Minerals Roadshow to North America
Western Australia’s Mines and Petroleum Minister David Michael is leading a delegation of critical‑minerals firms on a trade mission to Canada and the United States. The team will hold meetings in Toronto, New York and Washington DC to promote Australian lithium, rare‑earth...
By Australia’s Mining Monthly
News•Feb 27, 2026
This Startup Is Building an All-in-One AI Ecosystem for Nigerian Law Firms
Modulaw AI, a Lagos‑based startup, has launched an all‑in‑one AI‑driven legal operations platform for Nigerian law firms. The system combines a RAG‑powered research engine—trained on roughly 10,000 appellate and Supreme Court judgments—with case management, client collaboration, workflow automation, and billing...
By Techpoint Africa
News•Feb 27, 2026
Paramount-WBD Pact Is ‘Not a Done Deal,’ California AG Teases ‘Vigorous’ Investigation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta warned that the Paramount‑Warner Bros. Discovery merger is not finalized, citing an open state investigation. Paramount’s $31‑per‑share offer has been deemed superior, prompting Netflix to step aside. Regulators must still clear the deal amid concerns...
By The Wrap
News•Feb 27, 2026
Marketing Matters: Why Did V-Guard Make Summers Romantic?
V‑Guard’s "Hum Tum Aur V‑Guard" campaign turned summer into a romantic backdrop, positioning the brand as an invisible enabler of comfort across AC stabilisers, smart inverters, air coolers and fans. The strategy relied on a series of micro‑moment films that...
By ET BrandEquity (Economic Times) — Marketing
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Investment Hinges on Capital Cost, Not Cash Windfalls
The tariff refund issue is fun to follow. But it doesn't matter much for the macroeconomy. Business investment determined more by cost of capital than cash availability. Keynesian multiplier very low on one-time transfers to businesses. And debt impact large...
By Jason Furman
News•Feb 27, 2026
CNN’s Jake Tapper Breaks News of Paramount Buying Network’s Parent Company WBD Live on Air: ‘It Affects Everybody I’m Looking...
Paramount Skydance announced a presumptive offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent of CNN, after Netflix withdrew its competing bid. The announcement was made live on CNN’s "The Lead" by Jake Tapper, highlighting immediate relevance to the network’s staff. Political figures, including former...
By Variety – Mergers & Acquisitions
News•Feb 27, 2026
“Clarity Wins” Steve Pastor on Scaling Kings of Neon without Compromise
Steve Pastor, founder and CEO of Kings of Neon, explains how the custom neon signage firm scaled from a 2019 side venture to a global partner for brands like Formula 1 Las Vegas, Netflix and BMW. He credits three non‑negotiables—quality, speed...
By Inside Retail Asia
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
Japan Capital CPI Slips Under BOJ Target in Policy Test
Tokyo’s February CPI showed headline inflation at 1.6% year‑on‑year, while core inflation slipped to 1.8%, falling below the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for the first time in 16 months. The core‑core measure, which excludes fresh food and energy, accelerated...
By investingLive – Asia-Pacific News Wrap
Social•Feb 27, 2026
FnGuide's Index Business Undervalued Amid Explosive AUM
With its index business now >50% of revenues, FnGuide is becoming a KOSPI market proxy on steroids. But I think the index AUM rising from KRW 14 trillion to 50 at 40%+ incremental margins is still underrated. I'm getting to...
By Michael Fritzell
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Schiff Demands Independent Review of Paramount Merger
Sen. Adam Schiff: “What was true for Netflix is still true now for Paramount. The merger of two of Hollywood's biggest studios must be subject to the highest levels of scrutiny, free from White House political influence, to determine...
By Joe Flint
News•Feb 27, 2026
Steve Huffman on Why AI Won't Kill Reddit
Reddit reported its strongest quarter ever, posting $726 million in Q4 revenue—a 70% year‑over‑year jump—alongside $252 million net income and 121 million daily active users. CEO Steve Huffman said the platform’s AI data licensing deals with Google and OpenAI are evolving from simple...
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Blog•Feb 27, 2026
“How Do I Use Lean to Reduce Headcount?” — Why ChatGPT’s Answer Should Worry You
A hospital leader asked ChatGPT how to use Lean to cut staff, and the generic model produced a detailed, seemingly helpful headcount‑reduction plan despite warning against layoffs. The author compared this response to a purpose‑built Lean Hospitals AI, which consistently...
By Lean Blog
News•Feb 27, 2026
Traffic Launches the All-New Farizon SV Into Australia with a Bold ‘Vantastic’ Campaign
Farizon Auto, part of Geely Holding Group, has launched the all‑new Farizon SV electric commercial van in Australia through Jameel Motors, backed by Traffic’s integrated "Vantastic" campaign. The SV targets trades, fleet operators and last‑mile delivery services, offering electric performance...
By Campaign Brief
News•Feb 27, 2026
Third Way Health Receives $15M Series A
Third Way Health announced an oversubscribed $15 million Series A round led by Health Velocity Capital, with Kristin Torres Mowat as the lead investor. The new capital lifts the company’s total funding to $22.5 million, earmarked for product development and scaling operations. The...
By VC News Daily
News•Feb 27, 2026
From IPO Scepticism To Profit Signals: Coworking’s Big Reset
India’s listed coworking operators have turned a profit in Q3 FY26, signalling a shift from pre‑IPO scepticism to financial stability. WeWork India posted a ₹16.8 Cr PAT and 29% revenue growth, while Awfis and Smartworks reported 43% profit growth and a...
By Inc42
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Samsung Ditches iPhone Air Rival, Focuses on New Fold
Samsung isn’t committed to releasing another iPhone Air rival - acknowledging subpar sales - or TriFold, its mobile COO tells us. He also says the Privacy Display was supposed to launch a year ago, a revamped stylus is coming and...
By Mark Gurman
News•Feb 27, 2026
Energy Insiders Podcast: China’s Clean Energy Surge Reshapes Coal, Oil and the Grid
China’s clean‑energy surge is reshaping its energy landscape, with record solar installations and a 30% jump in wind capacity driving more than a third of the nation’s economic growth. Lead analyst Lauri Myllyvirta highlighted that renewable build‑out now outweighs traditional...
By RenewEconomy
News•Feb 27, 2026
Renaissance at Market Speed: UK Wholesale Finance in 2026
At the Goldman Sachs EMEA Head of Trading conference, FCA chief executive Nikhil Rathi outlined a sweeping reform agenda aimed at cementing the UK’s position as a global wholesale‑finance hub. He highlighted recent regulatory wins – from tighter market‑abuse enforcement...
By UK FCA – News
News•Feb 27, 2026
Some of Warner Bros. Games' 'Biggest Franchises' To Return Starting Next Year, Netflix Backs Out of Bidding War with Paramount
Warner Bros. Discovery announced that its gaming division will refocus on its flagship franchises—Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, DC and Mortal Kombat—with new releases expected in 2027‑28. The company described 2025 as a reset year after shutting down MultiVersus and...
By EventHubs
News•Feb 27, 2026
HMRC Making Tax Digital: Government to Monitor Impact on Childminders as Ministers Acknowledge ‘Strength of Feeling’
The UK government is extending the Making Tax Digital (MTD) programme to home‑based childminders, eliminating the flat‑rate wear‑and‑tear allowance and requiring itemised expense claims. Ministers have pledged to monitor the impact, noting that only childminders earning over £50,000 will be...
By PublicTechnology.net (UK)
News•Feb 27, 2026
Terra Powers up Southwest PGM Sulphide Hunt with $85m War Chest
Terra Metals secured an $85 million institutional placement at A$0.37 per share, with Washington H. Soul Pattinson acting as cornerstone investor. The capital boost targets the Southwest prospect, where recent drilling revealed a world‑class platinum‑group‑metal sulphide system within the broader Dante project. Assays...
By Stockhead – Resources (Australia)
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
PBOC Cuts FX Risk Reserve Ratio to 0%, Slowing Yuan Appreciation
China's PBOC will cut the foreign‑exchange risk reserve ratio for forward FX sales from 20% to 0% starting March 2, 2026. The move aims to ease hedging costs, curb excessive yuan appreciation, and signal a shift from emergency policy tools....
By investingLive – Asia-Pacific News Wrap
News•Feb 27, 2026
CISA Acting Director Moved to New DHS Role
Madhu Gottumukkala is moving from acting director of CISA to become DHS director of strategic implementation, while Nick Andersen steps in as CISA's new acting director. Gottumukkala's tenure was marked by several controversies, including a failed polygraph and misuse of...
By FCW (GovExec Technology)
News•Feb 27, 2026
KRAFTON Unveils New Vision and Core Values, Announces Pioneer the Undiscovered Strategy to Drive Big Franchise IP and AI Expansion
KRAFTON announced a new corporate vision titled “Pioneer the Undiscovered,” emphasizing bold imagination, technology, and a unified direction for the company. The vision is paired with refreshed core values and a slogan that stresses pioneering beyond current gaming boundaries. KRAFTON’s...
By Inven Global
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Fed Sets Reserve Levels; SOFR‑IORB Gap Signals Bank Comfort
No, it tells you there are still very large quantities of reserves in the system as a result of QE. Banks collectively are obliged to hold all the reserves issued by the Fed. The quantity of reserves in the system...
By Frances Coppola
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
The Great PSKY-WBD Mashup: It’s Not a Media Merger, It’s a Training Data Heist
Skydance‑Paramount’s proposal to merge with Warner Bros. Discovery is being framed as a traditional media consolidation, but analysts argue the real value lies in the combined content library as a high‑fidelity training data source for generative AI. The deal would...
By TVREV
News•Feb 27, 2026
Home Credit India Turns Hesitation Into Confidence in Vibrant New Holi Film
Home Credit India launched #KahoEMIKoHaan, a Holi‑themed brand campaign that reframes credit decisions from hesitation to confidence. The musical film depicts everyday Indians pausing over EMI choices and then embracing aspirations with Home Credit’s financing solutions. The initiative highlights the...
By Campaign Brief Asia
News•Feb 27, 2026
Macquarie Technology Posts 22nd Consecutive Half-Year EBITDA Growth
Macquarie Technology Group posted its 22nd consecutive half‑year EBITDA increase, rising 3% year‑on‑year to $57.9 million for the six months to 31 December 2025. Cloud services and data‑centre segments each delivered roughly 9% EBITDA growth, while telecom EBITDA fell 19.2% to $10.1 million. Revenue...
By ARN (Australia)
News•Feb 27, 2026
VB Goes Mid with New William McInnes-Voiced Campaign
Victoria Bitter (VB) has introduced VB Mid, a 3.5% ABV beer, accompanied by a new television campaign voiced by Australian actor William McInnes. The launch follows VB’s 2023 VX effort and targets the fast‑growing low‑ and mid‑strength segment, which now accounts...
By Mumbrella Australia
News•Feb 27, 2026
Creators Express Frustration with Instagram’s Latest AI Experiment
Instagram has rolled out an AI‑powered shopping test that automatically tags products and suggests similar items when users tap “Shop the Look.” Influencers say the feature surfaces products they don’t endorse, potentially cannibalizing brand deals and eroding audience trust. Creators...
By Social Media Today
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Google's TPU Rental to Meta Fuels AI Chip Rivalry
Macro: AI compute demand surges. Google rents TPUs to Meta in a multibillion deal, sharpening TPU vs NVIDIA rivalry; AMD also supplies Meta. Risk: Google manufacturing limits. Trade: Buy GOOG. — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov
By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Korea Faces Speculative Bubbles Approximately Every Five Years
It seems like Korea goes through these speculative bubbles every five years or so https://t.co/jCSmYlbkaj
By Michael Fritzell
News•Feb 27, 2026
The Key Components of a Vendor Relationship Management Framework
The rise of distributed supply chains has turned vendors into ongoing operational dependencies, prompting the need for a structured Vendor Relationship Management (VRM) framework. By distinguishing day‑to‑day vendor management from strategic Supplier Relationship Management, companies can ensure reliability while fostering...
By Security Boulevard
Social•Feb 27, 2026
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As Paramount Skydance Grabs Warner Bros. and Netflix Bows Out, the Mood Inside All Three: Champagne Toasts vs. ‘Gut Punch’ https://t.co/7WOc11cdK3
By Todd Spangler
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Block Cuts Workforce, Shares Surge 26% Post‑layoffs
Block lays off nearly half the company. Stock jumps as much as 26% after hours… and still isn’t back to the January 2026 highs. $XYZ
By Wall Street Wingman
News•Feb 27, 2026
Google Explains Why Its Crawler Ignores Your Resource Hints via @Sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Google’s Gary Illyes and Martin Splitt explained on the Search Off the Record podcast that Googlebot disregards resource‑hint tags such as dns‑prefetch, preload, prefetch and preconnect because its internal infrastructure eliminates the latency those hints address. They emphasized that metadata—including...
By Search Engine Journal
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Cheaper AI Call Tools Could Replace $10k Gong Subscription
Hive mind: i'm thinking of replacing a mid 5-figure @gong_io subscription (Thousands of dollars per AE per year) with a $19 / month TL;DV or FirefliesIO. our core use case is call recording, AI summaries and CRM integration. Has...
By Larry Kim
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Small Teams Offer Growing Long-Term Advantages
the advantages of keeping a team - and company - small will continue to grow
By Scott Belsky
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
February 2026 Reincorporation Update
The February 2026 reincorporation update adds seven new filings, expanding the list of companies shifting their legal domicile. Notable moves include Datadog’s transfer from Delaware to Nevada, boosting Nevada’s market‑cap share to roughly $44 billion, and ArcBest’s relocation to Texas with...
By Business Law Prof Blog “Mission Alignment / M&A”
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Three AI Leadership Moves to Safeguard Teams
Layoffs, hiring freezes, and AI agents everywhere - your teams are anxious. Learn three practical AI leadership moves you can make now to protect people, elevate skills, and deliver outcomes. #AI #CIO https://t.co/O0K0QkTUyt
By Isaac Sacolick
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Nvidia Secures Limited H200 Chip License for China
Nvidia said it secured a license to ship a small number of its less advanced H200 chips to customers in China, inching forward in its bid to return to the world’s largest semiconductor market Small number? https://t.co/qcOey50mOL
By Paul Triolo
News•Feb 27, 2026
From Operations to Outcomes: The Business Value of Automation
Red Hat’s Ansible Automation Platform is shifting IT automation from simple time‑saving scripts to a strategic business asset that delivers measurable reliability, security and revenue protection. Industry research shows 72% of enterprises juggle 50+ tools, creating visibility gaps and governance risks...
By Red Hat – DevOps
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Netflix Skips Pricey Bid, Shares Jump 8%
Bottom line: Netflix walked away from an expensive bidding war that wasn't prudent and in doing so, it conveniently leaves one competitor saddled with debt and two competitors burdened by a very long, distracting regulatory approval process — Investors agree. $NFLX...
By Sara Fischer
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Founders Should Partner With DStrachman – Highly Recommended
Shoutout to @DStrachman, I just really really appreciate her. Also every founder should try to work with her. :) https://t.co/IoNNQu40Tn
By Eric Bahn
Social•Feb 27, 2026
AI Threatens Entry-Level Experience, Creating Future Talent Debt
AI isn't just changing senior roles - it's quietly erasing the "learn by doing" years. If we hollow out entry-level jobs now, we'll face a talent debt later. #AI #Hiring #CIO #CHRO https://t.co/W7YbwP6jrL
By Isaac Sacolick
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Fed Seeks to Block DOJ Subpoenas in Secret Probe
The DOJ probe of the Federal Reserve is playing out behind closed doors The Fed, in sealed proceedings, is asking a judge to quash the subpoenas, which could reduce or eliminate its obligation to respond via @cryanbarber @sgurman https://t.co/HvnC5W8ImQ
By Nick Timiraos
Social•Feb 27, 2026
Get Answers on Paramount‑WBD Deal Impact
Tomorrow’s IN THE ROOM will have answers to all your questions about what the Paramount-WBD tie up means for CNN, CBS, Bari Weiss, etc… Sign up here: https://t.co/aUkyssMv7F
By Dylan Byers