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The Pentagon is weighing a major move against a leading AI firm, oil markets are reacting to rising Middle East tensions, Goldman Sachs is making a significant governance shift, and Wendy’s is restructuring its business.
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Hegseth Considers Blacklisting Top AI Firm Anthropic in High Stakes Military Technology Clash
A potential U.S. military blacklist targeting a leading artificial intelligence company could reshape the future of defense technology and government AI contracts. Investors are watching closely as geopolitical tensions collide with the AI boom, raising big questions about who will dominate next-generation military tech.
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Wendy’s Closing Hundreds of Stores in Major Turnaround Push
The fast-food giant is shutting down underperforming locations as part of a major restructuring plan aimed at restoring growth. Investors are weighing whether the aggressive move signals weakness in consumer spending or a strategic reset that could unlock long-term value.
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Oil Markets On Edge After Iran Partially Closes Strait of Hormuz
Global energy markets are bracing for volatility after Iran restricted parts of one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. Any prolonged disruption could send crude prices sharply higher, impacting inflation, stocks, and geopolitical risk across global markets.
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Goldman Sachs Drops DEI Board Criteria in Major Governance Shift
Goldman is making a significant leadership policy change that signals a broader shift on Wall Street. The move could influence corporate governance trends across major U.S. companies and reshape how boards evaluate leadership going forward.
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