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FBI Director Christopher Wray warns of Chinese state-sponsored hackers targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, highlighting the importance of operational technology (OT) security. Three OT startups, Dragos Inc., Claroty, and Nozomi Networks, are noted for their significant venture capital funding in response to these threats. The article also mentions Microsoft's identification of the Chinese hacking group 'Volt Typhoon' as a major threat and lists five cybersecurity ETFs as investment considerations.

Portfolio Pulse from Anthony Noto

April 20, 2024 | 12:50 pm

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Steven Sinofsky, former Windows head, criticized Sen. Elizabeth Warren's claim that Apple Inc. has a 'smartphone monopoly', citing Apple's market share does not meet monopoly criteria. This comes amid increased scrutiny of Apple by lawmakers and regulators, especially after Warren supported a DOJ antitrust case against Apple, focusing on its smartphone market share and the discontinuation of the 'iMessage for Android' app, Beeper Mini. Apple's stock closed down 1.22% at $165.

Portfolio Pulse from Rounak Jain

April 20, 2024 | 7:48 am

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren criticized Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) for its smartphone market 'monopoly', particularly highlighting how the green text bubbles for non-iPhone users can ruin relationships and lead to social exclusion. Warren's comments support a Department of Justice antitrust case against Apple, focusing on the company's control over the smartphone market and its practices that lock users into its services. The DOJ's lawsuit includes claims of social stigmatization due to the blue vs. green text bubble issue, with Apple holding a 57% market share in North America as of January 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

April 19, 2024 | 8:57 pm

COSM

Cosmos Health received a Nasdaq notice for the late filing of its Form 10-K. On April 17, the company was notified of non-compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). Cosmos Health intends to resolve this deficiency and regain compliance with Nasdaq listing rules, according to an SEC filing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:48 pm

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Gilead Sciences, Inc. has reported a 13.9% stake in Leap Therapeutics as of April 10, 2024, according to a 13G filing with the SEC.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:43 pm

KZIA

Kazia Therapeutics Ltd has entered into a purchase agreement with Alumni Capital LP, allowing for the sale of up to $15M of American Depositary Shares at various times, according to an SEC filing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:42 pm

MNTS

Momentus Inc has received a deficiency notification from Nasdaq due to the delayed filing of its Form 10-K, according to an SEC filing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:42 pm

GURE

Gulf Resources, Inc. (GURE) received a Nasdaq non-compliance notice for not filing its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, on time. The company has until June 17, 2024, to file the report or submit a compliance plan to Nasdaq. If accepted, Nasdaq may grant up to October 14, 2024, for compliance. Failure to comply may result in delisting. Gulf Resources aims to file the report by June 10, 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:41 pm

LFCR

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (LFCR) received a notice from Nasdaq on April 15, 2024, for not filing its quarterly reports for the periods ending February 25, 2024, August 27, 2023, and November 29, 2023, violating Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). Despite this, the company's stock remains listed as it appeals the potential delisting. Lifecore is working to complete and file the overdue reports to regain compliance.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:41 pm

OMEX

Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc. (OMEX) received a notice from Nasdaq on April 17, 2024, for not complying with Nasdaq Rule 5250(c)(1) due to the delay in filing its Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2023. The company plans to regain compliance by submitting the Form 10-K to the SEC as soon as practicable.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 19, 2024 | 8:40 pm