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  • 'Stranger Things' creators elevate creative elements for final season – Reuters

    1. ‘Stranger Things’ creators elevate creative elements for final season  Reuters
    2. ‘I’m at a Loss Without the Show’: Inside the Final Days of ‘Stranger Things’ and the Cast’s Heartbreaking Goodbyes  Variety
    3. ‘Stranger Things 5’ cast won’t…

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  • Lenovo Delivers Record Quarterly Results, Marking Significant Progress in Hybrid AI

    Lenovo Delivers Record Quarterly Results, Marking Significant Progress in Hybrid AI

    November 20, 2025 – Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY), together with its subsidiaries (‘the Group’), today reported record results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025/26, with overall group revenue reaching an all-time high of US$20.5 billion, up 15% year-on-year. Adjusted net income[1] grew 25% year-on-year to US$512 million, and adjusted net income margin expanded to 2.5%, driven by higher revenues. Together, these reflect the strength of the Group’s operational performance as they exclude the impact of non-cash fair value loss on warrants, notional interest on convertible bonds, and other non-cash items.

    The Group delivered double-digit year-on-year revenue growth across all main business groups and sales geographies. The AI-related revenue mix increased by 13 percentage points year-on-year, accounting for 30% of the Group’s total revenue this quarter. The growth was driven by high-double-digit revenue growth in AI Servers and triple-digit revenue growth in AI PCs, AI smartphones, and AI Services.

    These results are a testament to the Group’s clear strategy, operational excellence, and relentless innovation, reflecting not only the strength of its business today but also the resilience of its unique ‘Global/Local’ model and the vision of a company built to lead in the AI era. With the initial wave of infrastructure build-out in the AI era, the trend is evolving toward a more human- and enterprise-centric phase, as large language models become commoditized and user priorities shift toward personalization and private domain. This evolution is unlocking new opportunities across devices, hybrid infrastructure, and tailored solutions, and enabling the Group to expand its leadership in Personal AI and further deliver its value proposition in Enterprise AI.

    As the macroeconomic environment stabilizes, Lenovo remains committed to executing its Hybrid AI strategy and investing in innovation to deliver sustainable long-term returns to shareholders and make AI truly personalized.

    Lenovo’s Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of 8.50 HK cents per share.

    Chairman and CEO quote – Yuanqing Yang:

    “Capitalizing on the AI democratization trend, and thanks to our clear strategy, operational excellence and relentless innovation, Lenovo delivered another quarter of record performance, while making important progress in both Personal AI and Enterprise AI. We will continue to leverage our unique Global/Local model to navigate uncertainties and capture the tremendous Hybrid AI opportunities, and in doing so not only deliver sustainable long-term returns to our shareholders, but also make AI truly personalized for every individual and every enterprise.”

    Financial Highlights:

    Personal AI: Innovation strengthened market leadership, enriching ecosystem

    Lenovo is meeting growing consumer demand for hyper-personalization with its Personal AI strategy, ‘One Personal AI, Multiple Devices’. Launching globally at Tech World on January 6, 2026, Lenovo’s Personal AI super agent will seamlessly orchestrate across wearable and ambient devices to perceive, learn, and act like its user – ultimately becoming a true Personal AI Twin.

     Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) as the core engine for Lenovo’s Personal AI strategy, delivered strong Q2 FY25/26 results:

    • Overall IDG revenue grew nearly 12% year-on-year to US$15.1
    • PC market leadership was strengthened with a record 25.6% market share, further widening the lead over the number two player.
    • The PCs and smart devices business maintained its industry-leading profitability, driven by solid performance from high-margin segments.
    • AI PC penetration accelerated, accounting for 33% of all Lenovo PC shipments. Lenovo ranks #1 globally in the Windows AI PC segment with a 31.1% market share. Motorola smartphones delivered record volumes.
    • AI device momentum is particularly encouraging, with revenue mix from AI devices up 17 points year-on-year to 36%.

    Enterprise AI: Unleashing Hybrid AI Advantage, from infrastructure to solutions and services

    Lenovo is advancing its Enterprise AI strategy to help customers turn data and knowledge into actionable insights and value. The Group is well-positioned to drive Enterprise AI transformation and develop an AI Twin for customers. The shift from cloud-based AI training to on-premises and edge inferencing is expected to fuel greater growth in AI devices and AI applications, further expanding the company’s total addressable market.

     Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) as the key driver of Lenovo’s hybrid infrastructure, delivered strong growth in Q2 FY25/26:

    • Revenue grew 24% year-on-year to US$4.1 billion through the continued strong execution of its CSP (Cloud Service Provider) and Enterprise SMB dual strategy.
    • CSP business delivered record fiscal Q2 revenue.
    • The AI infrastructure business revenue achieved high double-digit year-on-year growth with a strong
    • Revenue from industry-leading liquid cooling solutions grew 154% year-on-year.
    • By optimizing Enterprise SMB business models to better serve the distinct needs of enterprise and SMB customers, the Group is confident that the infrastructure business will return to profitable growth soon.

     Solutions and Services Group (SSG) delivered solid growth in Q2 FY25/26, providing solutions and services for enterprises that leverage the Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage:

    • SSG’s overall revenue grew 18% year-on-year to US$2.6 billion – marking 18 consecutive quarters of year-on-year revenue growth.
    • Operating margin was up 1.9 points year-on-year to over 22%.
    • Revenue from Support Services accelerated with double-digit year-on-year growth; Managed services and Projects and Solutions revenue mix was up 1 point year-on-year to almost 60% of SSG’s total revenue.
    • SSG is unleashing the power of Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage, combining the AI factory, AI services, and the AI library of repeatable, scalable AI solutions for selected vertical industries and horizontal functions.

    Corporate and ESG highlights

    Achievements, announcements, and notable commitments over the past quarter include:

    [1] Note on adjusted net income:Adjusted measure was defined as financial metric by excluding net fair value changes on financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, amortization of intangible assets resulting from mergers and acquisitions, impairment and write-off of intangible assets, dilution gain on interest in an associate, fair value change on derivative financial liabilities relating to warrants, and notional interest on convertible bonds; and the corresponding income tax effects, if any.

    About Lenovo

    Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. 

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  • Autoimmune Disease Curbed in Mice by FcγRI-Blocking Antibodies – Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News

    1. Autoimmune Disease Curbed in Mice by FcγRI-Blocking Antibodies  Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News
    2. Preclinical assessment of two FcγRI-specific antibodies that competitively inhibit immune complex-FcγRI binding to suppress autoimmune…

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  • First imported cases of MPXV Clade Ib from Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo | The Transmission

    First imported cases of MPXV Clade Ib from Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo | The Transmission

    Nature The ongoing mpox outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) resulted in >71,000 suspected cases from 01 January 2024 to 02 February 2025. Clade Ib mpox virus (MPXV) emergence has…

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  • Mega Zeraora confirmed for Pokemon Legends ZA’s Mega Dimension DLC: How to get, new battle mechanics, and more | Esports News

    Mega Zeraora confirmed for Pokemon Legends ZA’s Mega Dimension DLC: How to get, new battle mechanics, and more | Esports News

    Mega Zoraora in Pokemon Legends ZA (Image via The Pokemon Company)

    The world of Pokemon Legends ZA is about to get a high-voltage upgrade. Game Freak has officially unveiled Mega Zeraora as one of the headline features of the upcoming Mega…

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  • Asana Launches Asana Gov, a Secure Platform for Delivering Mission-Critical Programs • Asana, Inc.

    Asana Launches Asana Gov, a Secure Platform for Delivering Mission-Critical Programs • Asana, Inc.

    Purpose-built work management platform to help agencies manage complex programs, meet compliance standards, and collaborate across teams securely

    SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 19, 2025–
    Asana, Inc. (NYSE: ASAN), a leading work management platform for human + AI collaboration, today announced Asana Gov, a FedRAMP-in-process platform designed to help government agencies, regulated industries, and public sector partners plan, execute, and collaborate on mission-critical work with clarity and accountability – while meeting strict federal security and compliance standards.

    The stakes in government work are high—measured in mission success and public trust. Yet many agencies still rely on siloed data, manual workflows, and legacy systems that slow program execution and make collaboration harder. Asana Gov connects teams, tools, and mission objectives in one secure workspace—breaking down silos, driving change, and making it easy to execute on mandates securely and in compliance with federal standards.

    How Asana Gov Supports Mission-Critical Work

    Designed for government organizations with multiple departments and programs, Asana Gov uses the Asana Work Graph® to map who is doing what work, by when, how, and why—giving teams a clear, connected view of work and ownership across initiatives. With this context, agencies can:

    • Turn goals into action: Connect all work to strategic goals with clear owners, timelines, and progress tracking, so teams can see how their efforts ladder up across departments and programs.

    • Enable cross-department execution: Manage work across agency teams, such as through work intake and program management, across departments and delivery teams in one secure workspace built for collaboration and compliance.

    • Respond quickly to change: Adapt to new mandates, leadership shifts, or evolving needs with real-time dashboards and AI-powered updates that surface progress, risks, and dependencies—so teams can stay aligned and keep programs on track.

    “Government work is among the most consequential in the world, yet the tools public servants rely on often slow them down,” said Arnab Bose, Chief Product Officer at Asana. “Asana Gov is built to remove that barrier. It empowers teams to not just manage work, but to execute on their mission with the clarity, speed, and security today’s public sector demands. When we free public servants from administrative complexity, they can focus on what truly matters: serving the public.”

    Built for Secure, Scalable Collaboration

    Asana Gov is built to meet federal security standards and is targeted to operate in a FedRAMP Moderate environment (currently designated “In Process”). Cloud-based and quick to deploy, it helps agencies plan, track, and report on work with shared visibility and built-in safeguards such as role-based access controls, audit trails, and multi-factor authentication. Teams can start small—with a single workflow or project—and expand securely across departments and programs as adoption and use cases grow.

    Expert Perspectives

    “The hardest part of innovation in government isn’t always technology—it’s getting buy-in across leadership, IT, and program offices. A FedRAMP-compliant, easy-to-use platform like Asana Gov bridges that divide. It gives IT leaders the security they need while giving employees a tool they’ll actually adopt, turning modernization from aspiration into measurable progress.”

    Jacques Newgen, Chief Service Delivery Officer of Definitive Innovative Solutions; Founder and CEO of Fluidity Concepts LLC.

    “Modern government isn’t just about doing the work—it’s about building public trust. When work, goals, and outcomes are visible in one place like Asana, it empowers every government employee to tell the story of how their day-to-day work delivers for citizens and society.”

    Paul Kruchoski, Director, Guidehouse.

    Availability

    Asana Gov is expected to be available beginning mid-December 2025 to U.S. federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as government contractors, education institutions, and global organizations in regulated industries. It’s listed on the FedRAMP Marketplace as “In Process” and is expected to be available via GSA Schedule contracts through partners including Carahsoft. In addition to platform licenses, rollout support and flexible plans tailored to government needs will be available. To learn more or request access for your agency or organization, visit asana.com/product/asana-gov.

    About Asana

    Asana is a leading work management platform for human + AI collaboration. Over 170,000 customers like Accenture, Amazon, Anthropic and Suzuki rely on Asana to align teams and accelerate organizational impact. Whether it’s managing strategic initiatives, cross-functional programs, or company-wide goals, Asana helps organizations bring clarity to complexity—turning plans into action with AI working alongside teams every step of the way. To learn more, visit www.asana.com.

    Press Inquiries:
    Claire Cameron-Johnson
    press@asana.com

    Source: Asana, Inc.

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  • Natasha Hunter new Director of Clinical Trials at the Cancer Vaccine Institute

    Dr. Natasha Hunter, assistant professor (Hematology and Oncology) has been appointed Director of Clinical Trials at the Cancer Vaccine Institute (CVI).

    Dr. Hunter is a translational breast cancer researcher and clinical…

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  • Product News | MQ771-GL: Fibocom’s Compact Cat.M Module Enters Sampling, Driving Asset Tracking Innovation

    Product News | MQ771-GL: Fibocom’s Compact Cat.M Module Enters Sampling, Driving Asset Tracking Innovation

    BILBAO, Spain, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fibocom, a global leader in wireless communication modules and AI solutions, announced that its Cat.M module MQ771-GL has entered the…

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  • Nvidia shares jump after revenue and outlook beat estimates

    Nvidia shares jump after revenue and outlook beat estimates

    Danielle KayeBusiness reporter

    Reuters Jensen is wearing a black leather jacket. He is gesturing with both hands while standing next to a large, computer server or data centre hardware on a dark stage. The equipment features metallic panels and visible internal components, suggesting advanced computing technology.Reuters

    Chief executive Jensen Huang said sales for some of Nvidia’s AI components were “off the charts”

    Chip giant Nvidia beat Wall Street’s expectations for revenue and upcoming sales, easing investor concerns about heavy artificial intelligence (AI) spending that have unsettled markets.

    In its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, the firm said revenue for the three months to October jumped 62% to $57bn, driven by demand for its chips used in AI data centres. Sales from that division rose 66% to more than $51bn.

    Fourth-quarter sales forecasts in the range of $65bn also topped estimates, sending shares in Nvidia about 4% higher in after-hours trading.

    Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, is seen as a bellwether for the AI boom. The chip-maker’s results could inform market sentiment.

    Chief executive Jensen Huang said in a statement that sales of its AI Blackwell systems were “off the charts” and that “cloud GPUs [graphics processing units] are sold out”.

    “There’s been a lot of talk about an AI bubble. From our vantage point, we see something very different,” he said, on a call with analysts.

    “We excel at every phase of AI.”

    The chip-maker’s quarterly report garnered even more attention than usual on Wall Street amid mounting concern that AI stocks are overvalued – fears that may persist despite Nvidia’s blockbuster results.

    Those fears had fueled four consecutive daily drops in the S&P 500 index leading up to Wednesday, as questions swirl about returns on AI investments. The benchmark index has fallen nearly 3% so far in November.

    The bar was high heading into Nvidia’s results.

    Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist for LPL Financial, said the question was not whether the company would beat expectations, “but by how much”.

    “While AI valuations are dominating the news feeds, Nvidia is going about its business in style,” said Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst at Hargreaves Lansdown.

    He said valuations for certain areas of the AI sector “needed to take a breather, but Nvidia is not in that camp”.

    Mr Huang had previously said he expected $500bn in AI chip orders through next year. Investors were looking for details about when the company expects those revenues will come to fruition, and how it plans to fulfill the orders.

    Colette Kress, Nvidia’s chief financial officer, told analysts the company would “probably” be taking more orders on top of the $500bn that had already been announced.

    But she also expressed disappointment about regulatory limits that stymie the company’s ability to export its chips to China, saying the US “must win the support of every developer” including those in China.

    She said Nvidia was “committed to continued engagement” with the American and Chinese governments.

    Earlier Wednesday at the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, Mr Huang joined Elon Musk to announce a massive data centre complex in Saudi Arabia that will have Musk’s AI company, xAI, as its first customer.

    The facility will be outfitted with hundreds of thousands of Nvidia chips.

    The Wall Street Journal reported the US Commerce Department has approved the sale of up to 70,000 advanced AI chips to state-backed companies in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, reversing an earlier decision.

    The agreement was brokered following talks between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, who visited the White House this week.

    EPA/Shutterstock A sign reads "Nvidia" next to a green logo, in front of a modern building.EPA/Shutterstock

    Last month Nvidia became the first company to be valued at $5tn

    The titans of the technology sector are ramping up their spending on AI, as they rush to reap the benefits of a boom that has pushed stocks to record highs.

    Earnings reports from Meta, Alphabet and Microsoft last month reaffirmed the colossal amounts of money these firms are shelling out for everything from data centres to chips.

    Sundar Pichai, the head of Google’s parent firm Alphabet, told the BBC that while the growth of AI investment had been an “extraordinary moment”, there was some “irrationality” in the current AI boom. His comments came amid other warnings from industry leaders.

    Nvidia, which makes chips that are crucial for AI data centres, is at the heart of a web of deals among key players in the AI space such as OpenAI, Anthropic and xAI.

    The deals have drawn scrutiny for their circular nature, as AI firms increasingly invest in one another. The agreements include Nvidia’s $100bn investment in OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT.

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  • Princess of Wales says her children were ‘very sad’ to miss Paddington at Royal Variety Performance | UK News

    Princess of Wales says her children were ‘very sad’ to miss Paddington at Royal Variety Performance | UK News

    The Princess of Wales has admitted her children were “very sad” to miss the Royal Variety Performance in London, which she and the Prince of Wales attended.

    Prince William and Kate made their first appearance at the event since her

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