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EIS

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced preparations for an invasion of Rafah, indicating it will take some time. This development could have implications for regional stability and potentially affect related US-listed assets.

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March 20, 2024 | 2:48 pm

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USO

A senior official from Hamas has stated that Israel's response to their ceasefire proposal was negative, according to Reuters. This development could potentially escalate tensions in the region.

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March 20, 2024 | 2:40 pm

ZM

Zoom has announced the launch of Zoom Compliance Manager, a new tool aimed at helping businesses manage their compliance with various regulations. This move is part of Zoom's ongoing efforts to enhance its platform's security and compliance features, making it more attractive for corporate and enterprise clients.

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March 20, 2024 | 1:08 pm

TSLA

Canadian national Klaus Pflugbeil, residing in China, was arrested in New York for allegedly sending Tesla's trade secrets to an undercover law enforcement officer. Pflugbeil, along with Yilong Shao, operated a business selling battery manufacturing technology. They are accused of stealing trade secrets from Tesla, specifically related to battery components and assembly, threatening America's technological edge and national security. Pflugbeil faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

March 20, 2024 | 10:04 am

COIN

Coinbase Global Inc has acknowledged that some users are experiencing issues with their cryptocurrency transactions appearing as 'pending'. The company is aware of the situation and is presumably working on a resolution.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

March 19, 2024 | 6:35 pm

UNH

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) has taken significant steps to mitigate the impact of a cybersecurity breach at its Change Healthcare technology arm, including disbursing over $2 billion in advance payments to support healthcare providers. The company is actively working to restore services, with new medical claims preparation software launched and services to be reinstated in phases. The Biden administration has urged UnitedHealth to help stabilize the U.S. health system, and the company has suspended certain authorizations to assist care providers. Following the cyberattack, UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare pharmacy network is now operational, with major systems up and nearly all pre-incident claim volume restored. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is investigating the cyber-attack.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

March 19, 2024 | 4:58 pm

CHKP

NVDA

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (CHKP) and NVIDIA (NVDA) have announced a collaboration to enhance the security of AI cloud infrastructure. The partnership involves integrating NVIDIA's BlueField DPUs into Check Point's new AI Cloud Protect solution, aimed at preventing threats at both network and host levels. This solution is designed to protect sensitive and private AI workloads against cyber threats, addressing the increasing sophistication of attacks targeting AI, such as backdooring AI models and data exfiltration. The AI Cloud Protect, powered by NVIDIA BlueField 3 DPU and DOCA software, offers robust defense against AI-specific threats, scalable integration, and optimized performance without compromising AI operations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

March 19, 2024 | 2:10 pm

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SPY

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin are trading mixed amid a wider market correction, with predictions of Bitcoin rallying to $160K. In the US market, DLocal reported mixed Q4 results, joining other stocks moving lower. Global and US political developments include discussions on property seizures, social media censorship, and international tensions. The US and world economy show signs of strength and challenges, with rate changes and legal issues for companies like Evergrande. In tech, AI's impact on companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla is highlighted, alongside discussions on electric vehicles and cybersecurity collaborations. Consumer, communication, industrial, and healthcare sectors also saw significant news.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

March 19, 2024 | 1:17 pm

ERIC

Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) has launched Ericsson Federal Technologies Group (EFTG) to drive 5G digital transformation for U.S. federal agencies, emphasizing national security and economic benefits. EFTG, led by Christopher Ling, aims to leverage Ericsson's 5G technology and Made in the USA equipment to meet U.S. Government requirements. The initiative underscores Ericsson's commitment to U.S. connectivity, security, and technological leadership.

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March 19, 2024 | 12:21 pm

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HMC

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a fatal crash involving a Ford Motor Company's Mustang Mach-E in San Antonio, Texas, due to suspicions that an advanced driver assistance system was active. The crash, which occurred on February 24, also involved a stationary Honda Motor Co Ltd CR-V. This marks NHTSA's first special crash investigation into a Ford advanced system, while the NTSB has also initiated a separate inquiry focusing on the interaction between vehicle operators and advanced driver assistance systems.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

March 19, 2024 | 10:52 am