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TGT

Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) is launching a new generative AI tool called Store Companion to enhance store team efficiency and customer experience across its nearly 2,000 stores by August. This initiative aims to improve team productivity and guest engagement, supporting Target's long-term growth strategy.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 20, 2024 | 10:03 am

RDNT

Maryland has enacted new laws to expand access to cancer screening, supported by RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ:RDNT). The laws, effective in 2025, aim to make breast and lung cancer screenings more affordable and accessible, ensure qualified professionals perform x-ray exams, and launch a public education campaign on cancer prevention.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 20, 2024 | 10:02 am

ALK

Alaska Airlines has started operations at the new Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), offering a modern and seamless travel experience for its guests.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 20, 2024 | 9:48 am

ALOT

AstroNova, Inc. has appointed Thomas DeByle as the new Chief Financial Officer, replacing the retiring David S. Smith. This leadership change is expected to influence the company's financial strategies and operations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 20, 2024 | 9:25 am

SNAP

Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) has agreed to pay $15 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the California Civil Rights Department over gender discrimination and harassment allegations. The settlement covers female employees who worked at Snapchat in California between 2014 and 2024. The company has committed to maintaining a fair and inclusive work environment and will hire an independent consultant to assess its policies.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

June 20, 2024 | 9:02 am

META

TSLA

Elon Musk addressed advertisers at the Cannes Lions conference, explaining his previous outburst and reassuring them about the future of X, formerly Twitter. He emphasized the platform's commitment to free speech and acknowledged his own controversial behavior.

Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola

June 20, 2024 | 3:18 am

TSLA

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, has seen an influx of former Tesla employees, particularly from the Autopilot division, following mass layoffs at Tesla. This has raised concerns among Tesla investors and supporters, with some taking legal action against Musk. The shift in talent comes amid Tesla's ongoing layoffs and Musk's focus on AI for Tesla's future. xAI has also secured a $24 billion valuation recently.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

June 19, 2024 | 12:20 pm

IMAX

NFLX

IMAX CEO Richard Gelfond has expressed skepticism about Netflix's plan to launch immersive retail experiences, suggesting that it may be challenging for Netflix to succeed in areas outside its core competencies. Netflix plans to open its first two immersive venues, 'Netflix House,' by 2025 in Pennsylvania and Texas.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

June 19, 2024 | 10:53 am

BA

Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz criticized Boeing's leadership, highlighting a lack of trust in the company. This follows a Congressional hearing where Boeing CEO David Calhoun faced scrutiny. Munoz's comments and Calhoun's testimony have negatively impacted Boeing's stock.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

June 19, 2024 | 10:21 am

ORCL

PFE

PLTR

CEOs of Palantir, Oracle, and Pfizer lobbied U.S. senators for support of Israel amid the Gaza invasion and hostage crisis. The meeting discussed the role of countries like Saudi Arabia in post-Hamas Gaza and emphasized the release of hostages. This lobbying follows previous public support for Israel by these companies.

Portfolio Pulse from Navdeep Yadav

June 19, 2024 | 8:14 am