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Sony's Project Morpheus is now officially PlayStation VR

Sony announced the change of name their game device from Project Morpheus to PlayStation VR as it enables players to feel like they are physically inside the game's virtual world.

Sep 17, 2015 8:23 AM EDT


Puerto Rico's rescue plan draws flak

The five-year restructuring plan proposed for ailing Caribbean islan Puerto Rico has become a center of criticism from economists, who question that who shall benefit from this debt deal. Economists argue that the debt plan overstated the financial requirements of the island.

Sep 17, 2015 8:04 AM EDT


Brazilian PE firm 3G Capital eyes SAB Miller

Brazilian private equity (PE) major 3G Capital is mulling over a possible buyout of SAB Miller, maker of Miller. Paving way for a major consolidation in the beer industry as the world's largest brewer AnheuserBusch InBev of 3G Capital is bidding for SAB Miller, the second largest brewer. If the deal is successful, it'll be one of the top-6 global corporate takeovers in the history.

Sep 17, 2015 7:52 AM EDT


Qualcomm introduces Quick Charge 3.0; it could charge phones from 0 to 80% in 35 minutes

Qualcomm unveiled Quick Charge 3.0. It will be featured along with Snapdragon processors in 2016. It is a fast charger that would power up smart phones from 0 to 80% in just 35 minutes.

Sep 17, 2015 7:30 AM EDT


At near zero inflation, ECB may expand QE program

European Central Bank may expand quantitative easing program as the inflation is hovering at near zero level of 01. percent for August. ECB Vice-President also indicated that QE program may be widened further.

Sep 16, 2015 9:43 PM EDT


Rise in low-income jobs makes the job easier for Fed in rate hike

The market analysts, economists say that current situation is favoring the US Fed to take a decision on interest rate hike. The improvement in labor market in low-income jobs is giving much needed support to the US Fed.

Sep 16, 2015 9:29 PM EDT


Dollar-starved Venezuelan telecoms turn weaker

Venezuelan telecom sector is reeling under pressure as it lacks additional funds availability, physical currency of dollars. The cash-strapped telecom companies are unable to strengthen their networks. The soaring inflation doesn't allow them to raise tariff.

Sep 16, 2015 9:22 PM EDT


The China slowdown to last for another 2-3 years, predict realtors

The china's economy slowdown is likely to continue for next three years, predict real-estate developers. The robust growth has led cities to emerge as major infrastructure built up ones. There's opportunity in smaller cities though they can't offer the kind of growth witnessed in cities like Beijing and Shanghai.

Sep 16, 2015 9:13 PM EDT


Obama to host China's president on September 25

President Barack Obama is hosting his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, who will be in the US next week for an official state visit. Apart from strengthening economic ties, the two leaders are going to address thorny issues, including recent cyber attacks as well as China's controversial maritime claims.

Sep 16, 2015 11:29 AM EDT


Mark Zuckerberg announced an 'empathy' button soon on Facebook

Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, announced on Townhall question and answer session that he's working on a new button that would express empathy over sad posts.

Sep 16, 2015 11:29 AM EDT


Boeing KC-46A first flight is on Sept.25 according to U.S. Air Force

After a month-long delay in flight due to chemical mix up, the Boeing KC-46A will take its first flight on Sept. 25, as announced by U.S. Air Force. The aircraft tanker will refuel other aircrafts while on flight.

Sep 16, 2015 11:11 AM EDT


GE Digital aims to be among global top-10 by 2020

Global industrial giant GE has set up a new unit 'GE Digital' to take on Industrial Internet of Things. GE aims to transform the new unit to be among global top-10 by 2020. The new unit will integrate software center, knowledge of its global IT teams and industrial security expertise of Wurldtech.

Sep 16, 2015 11:08 AM EDT


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