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Foxconn confirms ransomware attack at North American plants as production slowly restarts

Foxconn confirms ransomware attack at North American plants as production slowly restarts

Foxconn has confirmed a ransomware cyberattack targeting its North American facilities, with production lines disrupted before beginning a gradual return to normal operations. The Nitrogen ransomware group claims it stole large volumes of data, raising concerns that sensitive information tied to major clients like Apple and Google could have been exposed. Foxconn says recovery is underway.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Snap ad revenue dips as Middle East tensions bite and North America growth slows

Snap ad revenue dips as Middle East tensions bite and North America growth slows

Snap reported weaker ad revenue in the first quarter, blaming ongoing Middle East tensions and slower growth in North America. The company also ended its partnership with AI provider Perplexity. Despite the financial pressure, Snap highlighted a bright spot: daily active users rose, suggesting engagement is holding even as advertisers tighten spending.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026

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Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship raises alarm over airborne rodent exposure

Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship raises alarm over airborne rodent exposure

A hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship has put passengers on alert after warnings that the virus can cause a severe, sometimes fatal respiratory illness. Health officials say transmission is mainly through airborne particles contaminated by rodent droppings or urine, and it does not spread easily person to person.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Capgemini revenue rises 7% as North America strength and acquisition drive growth

Capgemini revenue rises 7% as North America strength and acquisition drive growth

Capgemini reported first-quarter revenue up 7% year-on-year, matching company expectations. The gain was powered by strong performance in North America, aided in part by a recent acquisition. With results tracking its guidance, the firm has reiterated its full-year revenue growth target, even as it added significantly to headcount.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026
Barrick unveils CFO and COO for post IPO North America business after stock market move

Barrick unveils CFO and COO for post IPO North America business after stock market move

Barrick Mining has appointed Wessel Hamman as chief financial officer for a new North America-focused company formed to hold its regional assets after its IPO. Tim Cribb will take over as chief operating officer. The leadership announcements add clarity to how Barrick plans to run its North American operations as the IPO structure rolls out.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Dhurandhar 2 smashes $25 million overseas milestone rewriting Bollywood’s global playbook

Dhurandhar 2 smashes $25 million overseas milestone rewriting Bollywood’s global playbook

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is breaking overseas barriers, becoming the first Indian film to cross $25 million in North America. It has also crossed €1 million in Germany and is now the highest-grossing Indian release there. The performance signals a sharp shift in how Bollywood is converting global audiences into box-office momentum.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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