Monday, August 31, 2026
LIVETop 10 International Tech News Today: AI, Chips, Apple, Cybersecurity and Startups///GiveWP plugin flaw let unauthenticated attackers run commands on 100,000+ WordPress sites///Manchester Airports Group breach was worse than first disclosed, extortion gang tells BleepingComputer///PaperCut ships second emergency patch after researchers break the first fix within days///ATF confirms cyberattack after Qilin ransomware gang lists the agency on its leak site///McKesson breach tied to vishing and Okta compromise, ShinyHunters claims 284 million patient records///Berlin refuses ransom after Rhysida gang steals 5.79 terabytes weeks before city elections///Russia's drone-strike decree turns physical attacks into an ownership question///A Saudi Arabic AI model on Microsoft's platform raises the sovereignty question///Embassy warning on visa agents describes a textbook social-engineering market///Critical Zimbra flaw has already compromised 270+ mail servers, CISA confirms active exploitation///Two HTTP requests were enough to hijack any Keycloak account, researchers found///Top 10 International Tech News Today: AI, Chips, Apple, Cybersecurity and Startups///GiveWP plugin flaw let unauthenticated attackers run commands on 100,000+ WordPress sites///Manchester Airports Group breach was worse than first disclosed, extortion gang tells BleepingComputer///PaperCut ships second emergency patch after researchers break the first fix within days///ATF confirms cyberattack after Qilin ransomware gang lists the agency on its leak site///McKesson breach tied to vishing and Okta compromise, ShinyHunters claims 284 million patient records///Berlin refuses ransom after Rhysida gang steals 5.79 terabytes weeks before city elections///Russia's drone-strike decree turns physical attacks into an ownership question///A Saudi Arabic AI model on Microsoft's platform raises the sovereignty question///Embassy warning on visa agents describes a textbook social-engineering market///Critical Zimbra flaw has already compromised 270+ mail servers, CISA confirms active exploitation///Two HTTP requests were enough to hijack any Keycloak account, researchers found///
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Immobilier : le conflit au Moyen-Orient fige le marché français
Business

Immobilier : le conflit au Moyen-Orient fige le marché français

Le conflit au Moyen-Orient freine la reprise immobilière en France, renforçant l'attentisme des ménages et des investisseurs face à l'instabilité économique.

By Raphaël Perrin · Jun 04, 2026
Global Markets See Significant Relief Rally as Panic Subsides
Business

Global Markets See Significant Relief Rally as Panic Subsides

Global markets stabilize as Japan’s Nikkei leads a massive rebound, calming fears of an immediate global economic meltdown.

By Inès Blanchard · Jun 03, 2026
GoPro Slashes 23% of Workforce Following Financial Losses
Business

GoPro Slashes 23% of Workforce Following Financial Losses

GoPro is laying off 23% of its workforce after failing to reach profitability in 2025, amidst rising competition from DJI and Insta360.

By Eva Blanchard · Jun 03, 2026
India’s Central Bank Holds Rates Firm Amid Middle East Uncertainty
Business

India’s Central Bank Holds Rates Firm Amid Middle East Uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of India keeps interest rates steady at 6.5% as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose risks to inflation and energy costs.

By Mila Beaumont · Jun 02, 2026
EDF : un plan d'urgence pour l'électrification et la souveraineté énergétique
Business

EDF : un plan d'urgence pour l'électrification et la souveraineté énergétique

EDF annonce un plan de 240 millions d'euros pour soutenir l'achat de pompes à chaleur, de camions électriques et l'accueil de nouveaux centres de données.

By Camille Olivier · Jun 02, 2026
China and Iran Target US Dollar Dominance in the Strait of Hormuz
Business

China and Iran Target US Dollar Dominance in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran and China are using the Strait of Hormuz to challenge the US dollar by implementing oil transit fees in yuan amid ongoing regional conflict.

By Noah Vaillant · Jun 01, 2026
Indian Markets Skyrocket 3% Amid Global Relief and RBI Policy Stability
Business

Indian Markets Skyrocket 3% Amid Global Relief and RBI Policy Stability

Indian stock indices soared over 3% following news of an Iran ceasefire and the RBI's decision to maintain current interest rates.

By Eva Lemoine · Jun 01, 2026
Morning Bid: Global Markets Find a Rare Fortnight of Calm
Business

Morning Bid: Global Markets Find a Rare Fortnight of Calm

Global markets enter a brief period of stability as investors prepare for upcoming central bank decisions and critical economic data releases.

By Maël Vaillant · Jun 01, 2026
Prix des carburants : la fracture territoriale s'accentue à la pompe
Business

Prix des carburants : la fracture territoriale s'accentue à la pompe

La hausse vertigineuse des prix du carburant pénalise lourdement les travailleurs des zones rurales contraints d'utiliser leur véhicule.

By Anna Quentin · Jun 01, 2026
Markets Rally as Two-Week Iran Ceasefire Takes Effect
Business

Markets Rally as Two-Week Iran Ceasefire Takes Effect

Oil prices plummeted and stocks surged after President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

By Hugo Marchand · May 31, 2026
Oil Prices Tumble as Trump Announces Conditional Two-Week Iran Ceasefire
Business

Oil Prices Tumble as Trump Announces Conditional Two-Week Iran Ceasefire

Global oil prices dropped 16.5% after President Trump announced a conditional two-week ceasefire with Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

By Sarah Delacroix · May 31, 2026
Ackman Targets Universal Music Group in Massive $64 Billion Takeover Bid
Business

Ackman Targets Universal Music Group in Massive $64 Billion Takeover Bid

Billionaire Bill Ackman has launched a $64bn bid for Universal Music Group, aiming to move the Taylor Swift-label's listing to New York.

By Camille Blanchard · May 31, 2026
The Geopolitical Landlord: How Djibouti Profits from Global Military Rivalry
Business

The Geopolitical Landlord: How Djibouti Profits from Global Military Rivalry

Djibouti has pioneered a unique economic model by leasing land to global superpowers for military bases, turning geography into a national asset.

By Raphaël Vaillant · May 31, 2026
US Rejects 'Massive Confrontation' with China Ahead of May Summit
Business

US Rejects 'Massive Confrontation' with China Ahead of May Summit

USTR Jamieson Greer confirms President Trump seeks a stable trade relationship with China ahead of his postponed mid-May summit with President Xi Jinping.

By Noah Navarro · May 30, 2026
Dollar Steady as Markets Await Trump’s Iran Nuclear Decision
Business

Dollar Steady as Markets Await Trump’s Iran Nuclear Decision

The U.S. dollar remains stable as global investors await President Trump's critical decision on the Iran nuclear deal deadline.

By Hugo Tessier · May 30, 2026
World Bank Chief Warns of Lower Growth and Higher Inflation Due to Global Wars
Business

World Bank Chief Warns of Lower Growth and Higher Inflation Due to Global Wars

World Bank President Ajay Banga warns that ongoing wars are fueling global inflation and slowing economic growth, complicating the global recovery.

By Emma Chevalier · May 29, 2026
Egypt Enacts Emergency Fuel Measures Amid Escalating Iran War
Business

Egypt Enacts Emergency Fuel Measures Amid Escalating Iran War

Egypt implements strict energy austerity as the US-Israel-Iran war chokes the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to spike and global fuel shortages.

By Léa Renaud · May 28, 2026
Global Travel Costs Soar as Jet Fuel Hits Record Highs Amid Middle East Conflict
Business

Global Travel Costs Soar as Jet Fuel Hits Record Highs Amid Middle East Conflict

Airlines worldwide are hiking fares and cancelling flights as Middle East conflict pushes jet fuel prices to record highs of over $1,800 per tonne.

By Inès Chevalier · May 28, 2026
Gold Markets Steady as Washington Nears Pivotal Iran Deadline
Business

Gold Markets Steady as Washington Nears Pivotal Iran Deadline

Gold prices hold firm as investors await President Trump's critical decision on the Iran nuclear deal, balancing geopolitical risk against a strong dollar.

By Eva Hervé · May 27, 2026
Oil Hits $110 as Markets Shudder Ahead of Trump's Iran Deadline
Business

Oil Hits $110 as Markets Shudder Ahead of Trump's Iran Deadline

Global markets are on edge and oil has crossed the $110 mark as investors await President Trump's decision on the Iran nuclear deal.

By Océane Blanchard · May 27, 2026
Pénuries de médicaments : le système de santé français sous haute tension
Business

Pénuries de médicaments : le système de santé français sous haute tension

En 2023, 37 % des Français ont subi des pénuries de médicaments. Des experts décryptent les causes industrielles et les pistes pour sortir de l'impasse.

By Noah Vaillant · May 27, 2026
Direct Investment Frenzy: How Private Wealth is Shaking Up the AI Market
Business

Direct Investment Frenzy: How Private Wealth is Shaking Up the AI Market

Wealthy family offices are bypassing traditional venture capital firms to invest directly in AI startups, seeking higher returns and board seats.

By Enzo Joubert · May 26, 2026
African Nations Scramble for Energy Amid Middle East War Disruptions
Business

African Nations Scramble for Energy Amid Middle East War Disruptions

African nations are racing to secure energy supplies as the conflict involving Iran disrupts traditional Middle Eastern oil and gas routes.

By Mila Quentin · May 25, 2026
England Caps Student Loan Interest Rates Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
Business

England Caps Student Loan Interest Rates Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

The UK government has capped Plan 2 and postgraduate student loan interest at 6% to protect graduates from inflation spikes linked to the Iran conflict.

By Raphaël Quentin · May 25, 2026
BYD : Le géant chinois de l'électrique vacille sur son marché domestique
Business

BYD : Le géant chinois de l'électrique vacille sur son marché domestique

Détrôné par Geely en Chine, le géant de l'électrique BYD lance une offensive internationale agressive pour compenser ses pertes de parts de marché.

By Anna Navarro · May 25, 2026
Intel Bets Big on Advanced Packaging to Secure its Lead in the AI Era
Business

Intel Bets Big on Advanced Packaging to Secure its Lead in the AI Era

Intel is reviving defunct factories and investing billions into 'advanced packaging' to compete with TSMC and capture the surging AI chip market.

By Maël Tessier · May 25, 2026
Used EV Sales Surge as New Market Cools Following Tax Credit Cuts
Business

Used EV Sales Surge as New Market Cools Following Tax Credit Cuts

As new EV sales plunge 28% following tax credit cuts, the pre-owned market is surging due to falling prices and a wave of expiring leases.

By Tom Joubert · May 24, 2026
OpenAI Alumni Launch $100 Million 'Zero Shot' Venture Fund
Business

OpenAI Alumni Launch $100 Million 'Zero Shot' Venture Fund

Former OpenAI engineers and leaders have launched Zero Shot, a $100 million venture fund targeting the next generation of AI and robotics startups.

By Jade Olivier · May 24, 2026
Crise de liquidité : les géants de la finance privée pris au piège
Business

Crise de liquidité : les géants de la finance privée pris au piège

Les grands fonds de crédit privé comme Blue Owl et Blackstone font face à des demandes de retrait massives, provoquant un séisme à Wall Street.

By Tom Olivier · May 23, 2026
Stamp Prices Soar Again: First-Class Delivery Now Costs £1.80
Business

Stamp Prices Soar Again: First-Class Delivery Now Costs £1.80

Royal Mail increases first-class stamp prices to £1.80 as it faces criticism for missing delivery targets and allegations of mismanagement.

By Mila Quentin · May 23, 2026
OpenAI Alumni Reunite to Launch $100 Million 'Zero Shot' VC Fund
Business

OpenAI Alumni Reunite to Launch $100 Million 'Zero Shot' VC Fund

OpenAI veterans launch Zero Shot, a $100M venture fund targeting deep-tech AI and robotics with a critical eye on industry hype.

By Hugo Tessier · May 22, 2026