The FTC has launched a comprehensive investigation into OpenAI's ChatGPT, probing potential breaches of consumer protection laws. This marks a key regulatory move in the evolving AI sector, emphasizing the need for robust AI regulation.

Elon Musk's xAI and Google's Bard AI chatbot are pushing boundaries in the AI field. xAI aims to understand the universe's nature, while Bard breaks language barriers and expands in Europe, significantly impacting Alphabet's market performance.

Amazon's Prime Day event led to a nearly 6% increase in U.S. online sales with a total of $6.4 billion on the first day, boosted by significant discounts on appliances and toys. The average Prime Day spending per order also rose, rival retailers offered hefty discounts during the same period.

Options trading involves purchasing contracts allowing, but not obligating, the holder to buy or sell assets at a specific price by a certain date. It provides income, protection, and enhances investment power, but comes with substantial risks like price volatility and counterparty default. Understanding these complexities is key to success.

Microsoft's $69B Activision deal gains traction as U.S. and UK authorities soften their stance. Despite some ongoing opposition, the deal's potential to reshape the gaming industry looms large.

Renault Group and Geely are investing up to $7.7 billion in a joint venture to pioneer next-gen hybrid and efficient powertrain solutions, potentially producing up to five million engines and transmissions annually. This venture, coupled with strategic partnerships like Exane BNP Paribas, signifies Renault's revolutionary approach to the auto industry.

In Q2 2023, Mercedes-Benz Group saw a 6% YoY increase in sales, driven by the demand for electric and high-end vehicles. In particular, electric passenger cars showed a growth of 123%, while the van division also saw improvements.

Despite a lawsuit from the SEC, Coinbase shares have seen a substantial 60% rise from June to July, bolstered by ARK Invest's acquisition and investor confidence. Additionally, a new partnership with BlackRock has propelled a further 12% increase in shares, exemplifying Coinbase's resilient market performance.

Despite financial challenges and a business model transition, C3.ai Inc. has shown impressive stock performance, largely driven by the hype around AI stocks. With strategic positioning in the oil, gas, and defence industries, the company is expected to experience a growth resurgence in fiscal 2025.

Morgan Stanley maintains a neutral stance on Netflix, raising the price target to $450 despite anticipating risk of multiple compression. Meanwhile, ClearBridge Investments underscores Netflix's performance in its Q2 2023 strategy, attributing its relative rebound to better stock picking, notably among companies like Netflix.

Mercedes-Benz aligns with Tesla's EV charging standard, boosting global EV infrastructure. Amazon prepares for Prime Day 2023, with a minor stock dip expected. Citigroup posts strong Q1 earnings but receives mixed analyst ratings. Meta's new app, Threads, experiences rapid user adoption. Lastly, Nio's stock shows promising signs after a prolonged slump.

In Q2 2023, leading EV manufacturers, including Tesla, BYD, Li Auto, and Nio, reported robust growth. American companies, Ford and GM, also witnessed promising developments. Meanwhile, Rivian is confronting a lawsuit over intentional underpricing allegations.

Ant Group's impending $1.1 billion fine signals a potential end to the company's regulatory troubles, prompting a significant rise in Alibaba's shares. This news hints at a broader shift in China's stance towards its tech giants. Meanwhile, Alibaba has launched a new AI tool, Tongyi Wanxiang, furthering the competition in generative AI technologies

Twitter, led by Elon Musk, is threatening to sue Meta Platforms, alleging that Meta's new social media platform, Threads, misappropriates Twitter's trade secrets. Despite Meta's denial of these claims, Twitter insists on enforcing its intellectual property rights. The dispute arises amidst Twitter's controversial decisions that have alienated users and advertisers.

Despite a 2.8% dip in EV sales, Ford's Q2 results showed a 9.9% overall sales rise, primarily driven by the F-150 pickup line. The F-150 Lightning bucked the EV downturn with a 119% Q2 surge