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Priya Raman edits Business for Global Pulse, translating markets, trade and company news into useful context.

Kia and Hyundai share interchangeable parts due to common ownership

Kia and Hyundai share interchangeable parts due to common ownership

Many Kia and Hyundai vehicles use identical engines and transmissions, allowing owners to potentially lower repair costs by sourcing interchangeable parts.

Business ·4 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Central govt notifies Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme 2026

Central govt notifies Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme 2026

The Employees' Provident Fund Scheme 2026 replaces the 1952 framework to improve administrative efficiency and align with the Code on Social Security, 2020.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 15:06 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Data of 70,000 people compromised in cybersecurity incident involving SLA’s vendor IBM

Data of 70,000 people compromised in cybersecurity incident involving SLA’s vendor IBM

The Singapore Land Authority is investigating a data breach involving IBM that exposed the NRIC numbers, names, and past property addresses of approximately 70,000 people.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Carney backs West Coast pipeline in win for Alberta and oil industry

Carney backs West Coast pipeline in win for Alberta and oil industry

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have announced a climate and energy agreement paving the way for a new oil pipeline to the West Coast.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to US government

OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to US government

OpenAI is discussing a proposal to give the U.S. government a 5% equity stake, a model inspired by the Alaska Permanent Fund.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June

US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June

June payroll growth fell significantly short of expectations, signaling a cautious business outlook despite a slight dip in the unemployment rate.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 17:09 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease AI tensions

OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease AI tensions

CEO Sam Altman has proposed granting the US government a 5% ownership stake in OpenAI as part of a broader conceptual model involving other AI firms.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 13:00 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 12:01 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 09:07 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Australian AI datacentre boom risks stoking inflation and housing shortages

Australian AI datacentre boom risks stoking inflation and housing shortages

A massive influx of AI infrastructure investment is sparking warnings from economists and officials over construction shortages and competition for industrial land.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 08:02 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount Skydance has committed to withdrawing from United International Pictures to resolve antitrust concerns raised by the European Commission.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Trump reports at least $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto earnings

Trump reports at least $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto earnings

A new financial disclosure indicates that cryptocurrency ventures now account for the majority of President Donald Trump's reported income. The document details earnings from meme coin licensing and the World Liberty Financial project.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 13:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Nayara Energy cuts fuel prices as state-run retailers hold rates steady

Nayara Energy cuts fuel prices as state-run retailers hold rates steady

India's largest private fuel retailer has reduced pump prices for the first time in over two years, diverging from state-run oil companies.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 12:03 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Trump lifts export restrictions on Anthropic Mythos and Fable AI models

Trump lifts export restrictions on Anthropic Mythos and Fable AI models

The Trump administration has removed export restrictions on Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, allowing the company to restore global access.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Trump’s income topped $2 billion in 2025, boosted by crypto, coin ventures

Trump’s income topped $2 billion in 2025, boosted by crypto, coin ventures

Financial disclosures reveal that President Trump's 2025 income exceeded $2 billion, driven largely by World Liberty Financial and $TRUMP meme coin proceeds.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Trump earned over $1 billion on cryptocurrency and coin ventures last year

Trump earned over $1 billion on cryptocurrency and coin ventures last year

A financial disclosure reveals that digital assets became one of the most lucrative components of President Donald Trump's business empire during his second term.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 04:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
JetBlue pilot reports striking a drone while landing at JFK airport

JetBlue pilot reports striking a drone while landing at JFK airport

A JetBlue flight from Las Vegas reported a drone strike near JFK airport, though post-flight inspections found no physical damage to the Airbus A321.

Business ·30 Jun 2026, 01:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Comcast to split into two companies, spin off NBCUniversal and Sky

Comcast to split into two companies, spin off NBCUniversal and Sky

Comcast is separating into two independent, publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The remaining business will focus on wireless and internet services.

Business ·29 Jun 2026, 15:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Oil prices rise as US, Iranian strikes threaten Strait of Hormuz reopening

Oil prices rise as US, Iranian strikes threaten Strait of Hormuz reopening

Oil prices climbed Monday following tit-for-tat strikes between the US and Iran, sparking fears that the Strait of Hormuz will remain blocked.

Business ·29 Jun 2026, 13:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
US dollar on track for biggest monthly gain in nearly a year

US dollar on track for biggest monthly gain in nearly a year

The US dollar is on track for a 2.5% gain for June as investors react to rising inflationary pressures and expected interest rate hikes.

Business ·29 Jun 2026, 12:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read