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Edward Snowden criticized Don Lemon's interviewing approach towards Elon Musk, describing it as malicious. Snowden shared his thoughts on X, highlighting a moment in the interview where Musk was aggressively questioned by Lemon. Despite being a public figure, Musk's discomfort was evident as Lemon chose a vulnerable moment to question him. Snowden sees this as a missed opportunity for meaningful dialogue, emphasizing that Lemon's focus on aggressive questioning rather than genuine curiosity squandered the chance for an authentic exchange.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

March 19, 2024 | 2:07 am

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Content creator MrBeast announced a new game show 'Beast Games' to be aired on Amazon's Prime Video, featuring over 1,000 contestants and a $5M prize. The show promises to be a large-scale production, surpassing the scale of MrBeast's YouTube videos. MrBeast praised Amazon for offering creative control, hinting at negotiations with other platforms like Netflix. The series aims for a late-year release, with a prelude on YouTube, potentially boosting both Prime Video and YouTube's viewership.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

March 18, 2024 | 10:46 pm

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Bitcoin (BTC) has reached new all-time highs in 2024, trading around levels last seen in November 2021. Optimism stems from the approval of Bitcoin ETFs, leading to strong inflows. A Benzinga poll on X (formerly Twitter) indicates that 34.5% of respondents believe Bitcoin could hit $100,000 in March or April 2024, with over 77% expecting it within the next three months. This optimism is higher than a previous poll, suggesting a quicker timeline for reaching the $100,000 mark.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

March 18, 2024 | 10:09 pm

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KORU Medical Systems plans to present data at the NHIA 2024 Conference, showcasing a 97% adherence rate for its Freedom Infusion System, designed for large volume subcutaneous administration.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 18, 2024 | 9:25 pm

PLTR

Joe Lonsdale, co-founder of Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:PLTR), discussed the potential and uncertainties of AI development on CNBC's 'Squawk Box.' He highlighted the positive impacts of AI on productivity and wealth but also expressed concerns about AI becoming 'too smart' and being used for unknown purposes. Lonsdale believes AI reaching human-like sentience could be decades away, emphasizing the importance of considering long-tail threats while acknowledging AI's benefits.

Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert

March 18, 2024 | 8:34 pm

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MrBeast, a prominent YouTuber under Alphabet Inc's (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), advised aspiring content creators to not hastily quit their jobs or education for full-time content creation, highlighting the high risk and competitiveness in the industry. He emphasized the importance of being prepared and the reality that success in content creation is rare, despite his own achievements.

Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti

March 18, 2024 | 8:32 pm

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The 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, a major event for sports betting, will be broadcasted by Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and Paramount Global (PARA, PARAA) across various channels. DraftKings Inc (DKNG) has provided betting odds for the top 16 teams. Analysis using KenPom rankings suggests that Connecticut, Arizona, Auburn, and Houston have the best chance to win based on historical data of top offensive and defensive efficiencies.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

March 18, 2024 | 8:24 pm

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Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, is delivering a keynote at the GTC event in San Jose, CA, focusing on a transformative moment in AI. The event is being live-streamed for audiences worldwide.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 18, 2024 | 8:22 pm

SBUX

Starbucks announced a new global leadership structure aimed at accelerating the company's reinvention and elevating its brand. Sara Trilling will continue as Executive Vice President and President, North America. Brady Brewer is appointed as CEO, Starbucks International, and Michael Conway will fill a newly created role of CEO, North America.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 18, 2024 | 8:12 pm

PDD

PDD Holdings' shares are experiencing an uptick following the announcement that its e-commerce platform, Temu, is now open to US-based sellers. This move is expected to broaden Temu's market reach and potentially increase its user base and sales volume in the US market.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 18, 2024 | 7:25 pm