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META

Turkey has banned the messaging platform Discord due to allegations of child sexual abuse and obscenity. This follows public outrage over a murder case linked to Discord users. The ban is part of a broader scrutiny of online platforms, including Meta, for failing to protect children.

Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola

October 09, 2024 | 6:30 am

ISRA

Iran has warned Gulf states against allowing their airspace to be used for attacks, labeling it 'unacceptable'. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is visiting Gulf states for talks, as these nations reassure Iran of their neutrality in any potential Tehran-Israel conflict.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 6:29 pm

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ISRA

The Israeli military has issued a new evacuation warning for specific buildings in Beirut's southern suburbs, as reported by Reuters citing an army spokesperson.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 5:41 pm

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USO

U.S. officials report that Israel is finalizing its response options against Iran, focusing on military and intelligence infrastructure, air defenses, and energy facilities. No final decision has been made yet.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 5:14 pm

MA

Mastercard is launching immediate card payments in South Africa, offering same-day payouts and enhanced cashflow management for merchants. This initiative aims to boost economic growth and innovation by providing faster and more secure transactions.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 4:46 pm

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USO

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that Israel has eliminated the successor of Nasrallah. This development could have geopolitical implications, potentially affecting markets and specific ETFs related to the region.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 4:25 pm

BA

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a safety alert to airlines regarding the potential for jammed rudders in certain Boeing 737 airplanes. This alert is crucial for ensuring the safety and operational integrity of these aircraft.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 08, 2024 | 2:45 pm

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VTI

Hindenburg Research issued a short report on Roblox Corp, accusing the company of inflating user metrics and compromising child safety. The report led to a 5.82% drop in Roblox's stock price. Concerns were raised about insider stock sales and executive turnover.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

October 08, 2024 | 2:17 pm

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VOD

Vodafone and Google have expanded their partnership with a billion-dollar deal to enhance services in Europe and Africa. The collaboration will leverage Google Cloud and AI models to improve Vodafone's offerings, including personalized TV experiences and AI-powered devices.

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

October 08, 2024 | 1:47 pm