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Verano Holdings Corp. and Curaleaf Holdings Inc. are investing in the local New Jersey cannabis market, repurposing vacant spaces like an abandoned Walmart to boost the local economy. Verano has opened a cultivation facility and dispensary, while Curaleaf operates six locations in the state. NewLake Capital is also partnering with local tenants. The cannabis market in New Jersey is growing, with over $800 million in sales and significant job growth.

Portfolio Pulse from Anthony Noto

June 17, 2024 | 5:02 pm

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McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) is ending its AI drive-thru test with IBM (NYSE:IBM) but remains committed to exploring AI solutions, potentially with new partners like Google (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL). The decision follows mixed results from the AI test, with McDonald's aiming to make a future decision on voice ordering solutions by the end of the year.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

June 17, 2024 | 4:40 pm

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Polestar Automotive Holding UK Plc (NASDAQ:PSNY) shares are surging due to the company's expansion of its global presence and retail strategy. The company is introducing a non-genuine agency sales model across Europe and plans to enter seven new markets by 2025. Key leadership changes have also been announced to support this growth.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

June 17, 2024 | 4:09 pm

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Michael Dell, Founder & CEO of Dell, discussed the company's partnership with NVIDIA and the positive impact of AI on their business during a live interview on CNBC.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 3:41 pm

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zer0es.tv's latest episode of ZFG covers GameStop, Citadel and BlackRock's investment in TXSE, and geopolitical tensions in North and South Korea.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 3:31 pm

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) shares are trading higher after the company announced its second-quarter guidance, which fell below analyst expectations. The company also faces challenges with a proposed $14.9 billion merger with Nippon Steel Corp due to political resistance and concerns from the steel workers union.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

June 17, 2024 | 3:18 pm

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) will host its Investor Relations Summit 2024 on June 18th in Las Vegas, featuring a keynote by HPE President and CEO Antonio Neri. NVIDIA's Founder and CEO Jensen Huang will join the keynote to discuss their AI partnership.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 3:14 pm

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OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, has partnered with Color Health to develop AI-driven cancer care solutions. The initiative uses OpenAI's GPT-4o model to assist physicians in cancer screening and treatment planning. The collaboration also involves Moderna in automating clinical trial tasks.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

June 17, 2024 | 2:46 pm

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The article covers a range of topics including the tight race between Biden and Trump, Apple's focus on making devices thinner, cautious start for Wall Street, and various updates in the tech, crypto, and healthcare sectors. Key highlights include Goldman Sachs raising the S&P 500 year-end target, potential launch of a spot Ethereum ETF, and Apple's potential partnership with Japanese firms.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 17, 2024 | 2:18 pm

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Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to visit North Korea this week, marking his first visit in nearly 25 years. This visit signifies deepening military ties between Russia and North Korea, as Russia seeks munitions to support its efforts in Ukraine.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 2:05 pm