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MAGA merger will make movies boring

The Paramount/Warner Bros. merger will suck the joy out of TV and movies

Salon

This US tech billionaire once begged power companies to keep his electricity on, faced rejection from almost every investor, now owns a $300 million Hawaiian island

Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle, once struggled to pay his electricity bills for his computer and faced investor rejection while building his early software products. Later, he named his company Oracle after a CIA project code. Ellison purchased nearly all of a Hawaiian island for three hundred million dollars.

The Economic Times

Billionaire Larry Ellison once struggled to pay his electricity bills to keep his computer running. Now, the Oracle co-founder has written a $300 million cheque to buy a Hawaiian island three times the size of San Francisco

Once grappling with utility bills for his workshop, tech magnate Larry Ellison transformed his fortunes by acquiring 98 percent of a Hawaiian island for a staggering $300 million. Now residing full-time on Lanai, he envisions a luxury destination coupled with a sustainable community. Despite fluctuations in his wealth driven by…

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The team behind Windows NT sent 'black cardboard coffins' and fake dog poop to their rivals back in the 90s, because nerds

Halcyon days.

PC Gamer

Oracle Leads AWS, Microsoft, Google in Race to Build Japan's Secret Cloud Project to Counter Chinese Hacking Threats: Report

Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL) is reportedly leading the race to provide high-security cloud services to Japan. This move is crucial for secure intelligence sharing between Tokyo and its allies.

Benzinga

Paramount could soon ditch Hollywood headquarters and head out of state under Trump-allied new owner: report

The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery would see CBS, CNN, HBO, Nickelodeon and the Warner Bros. and Paramount film studios, among other properties, all under the same roof

The Independent UK

US state attorneys general file lawsuit in effort to block Paramount merger

Bipartisan group argue in lawsuit that $110bn merger would hurt competition and lead to thousands of job losses

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California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal

California and eleven states are suing to block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. They allege the deal would lessen competition in film distribution and cable television markets. This lawsuit poses a serious threat to Paramount's bid to compete with Netflix and Disney. Paramount claims the deal will allow more…

The Economic Times

Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison once sued the city of San Jose to land his private jet at midnight—but bought his $490 million megayacht over lattes and two emails and no lawyers were involved

Tech billionaire Larry Ellison commissioned his superyacht Rising Sun with just two emails. This deal contrasted sharply with his extensive legal battles over smaller matters. Designer Jon Bannenberg created the yacht's final masterpiece largely without modern computer design tools. This is surprising because Larry Ellison sued the city of San…

The Economic Times

Billionaire Larry Ellison once fought the entire city of San Jose so he could land his private jet at midnight, but when it came to buying a $490 million megayacht, he did it over lattes and two emails

Larry Ellison, the tech titan, exemplifies contrasts through extravagant purchases and turbulent legal encounters. His lavish superyacht was created with little legal fuss, showcasing a whimsical side. Yet, after five years, he embraced minimalism amidst a notable drop in his wealth due to stock market changes. As Oracle’s fiscal health…

The Times of India

US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue and block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. California is leading the investigation into potential antitrust violations and harm to competition. Actors, writers, and theater owners also oppose the merger, fearing job losses and reduced consumer choice.

The Economic Times

US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal, sources say

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue Paramount over its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition. California is leading the investigation into potential competition law violations. This merger faces opposition from Hollywood actors and theater owners fearing job losses. Paramount argues the combination will help it compete for audiences and talent. A…

The Economic Times

Benzinga Bulls and Bears: AeroVironment, Reddit, Oracle — And Stocks End Week on High Note

Benzinga examined the prospects for many investors’ favorite stocks over the last week — here’s a look at some of our top stories.

Benzinga

Top CNN star to leave network ahead of Paramount takeover and possible Bari Weiss leadership

The merger would put both CBS and CNN under the same ownership, causing worries for CNN staff

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Benzinga

Oracle Stock's Worst Month Since 1990: What's Breaking Larry Ellison's Empire?

Oracle Corp. (NYSE:ORCL) just gave back everything, and then some.

The Independent UK

Trump bought up to $5M of stock in Taser company right before $220M ICE bid

Police technology manufacturer stands to benefit from administration’s plans to massively expand immigration enforcement

International Business Times UK

Larry Ellison's AI Fortune Keeps Growing While Oracle Cuts Jobs: Here's Why

Larry Ellison's wealth is soaring as Oracle's AI infrastructure investments boost investor optimism, despite workforce reductions. Explore the impact of AI on Oracle's share price and future growth.

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I Keep Thinking About David Letterman Comparing The Late Show Ending To An Adult Bookstore

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The Independent UK

Anderson Cooper makes his feelings crystal clear on working for Bari Weiss at CBS News

Paramount’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery will put both CBS and CNN under the same ownership

Fortune

Larry Ellison quietly gave $45 million to a pro-Trump group—then Oracle landed a starring role in a $500 billion AI buildout

While Big Tech's biggest names have publicly courted President Donald Trump, Oracle's billionaire cofounder took a quieter route—one that has reportedly tracked with major wins for his company and his son's media empire.

The Guardian - US

Elizabeth Warren says ‘tsunami of anger’ could prompt reversal of Trump-era mega mergers

Exclusive: US senator suggests architects behind ‘frenzy’ of blockbuster corporate deals have ‘badly miscalculated’

Salon

Right-wing media wins the streaming wars

From the Murdochs to the Ellisons, conservative billionaires continue to monopolize media services

International Business Times UK

Trump's 'Oligarchic Friends' Gain $210B In a Day: Bernie Sanders Says the Economy Is 'Insanely Rigged'

Senator Bernie Sanders criticises the wealth surge of tech billionaires, highlighting economic struggles faced by American families amid inflation and poverty.

Euronews

'An unexpected story of friendship': Sean Penn to direct police officer drama on January 6 riots

Sean Penn has signed a deal with Warner Bros. to direct a film he's scripted about the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 in 2021.

The Independent UK

Sean Penn to direct Jan 6 Capitol riot movie with Bradley Cooper in talks to star

The Oscar-winning actor will also write the script for the project

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