TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China on Wednesday announced a plan to provide 10 million coronavirus vaccine doses to developing nations through the global COVAX initiative as part of its ambitious diplomatic and business efforts to distribute Chinese … [Continue reading] about China to send 10 million coronavirus vaccine doses abroad
Uber will bring the booze after acquiring Drizly for $1.1B
NEW YORK (AP) — Uber is bringing the booze. The mobile ride-hailing company said Tuesday that it is acquiring the alcohol-delivery platform Drizly for $1.1 billion in stock and cash. Uber expects more than 90% of the consideration to be paid to … [Continue reading] about Uber will bring the booze after acquiring Drizly for $1.1B
Stocks give up earlier gains, Google’s parent company jumps
Stocks gave up their early gains in mid-morning trading Wednesday, as investors turn their focus to some strong earnings reports from Big Tech companies and hopes for getting more economic stimulus passed in Washington. Investors also continue to … [Continue reading] about Stocks give up earlier gains, Google’s parent company jumps
Study: Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine appears safe, effective
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian scientists say the country’s Sputnik V vaccine appears safe and effective against COVID-19, according to early results of an advanced study published Tuesday in a British medical journal. The news is a boost for the vaccine, … [Continue reading] about Study: Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine appears safe, effective
Google’s rebounding ad revenue spells big 4Q for Alphabet
SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) — Google’s digital advertising empire is regaining the momentum it lost during the pandemic’s early stages as its YouTube video service matures into a major marketing magnet and other companies pour more into promotions aimed … [Continue reading] about Google’s rebounding ad revenue spells big 4Q for Alphabet