The strategy reflects a broader shift among tech giants — long known for self-funding growth — as they grapple with the soaring cost of building and powering data centres to support generative AI

The San Francisco, California-based company's shares closed at $115.5 on Thursday, compared with its IPO price of $33

ChatGPT Data Leak: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has said that users should not expect legal privacy when using ChatGPT. 

Hong Kong is preparing the implementation of a regulatory regime for those issuing stablecoins, prompting enthusiasm in the fintech sector while authorities push for a more cautious approach

Total global revenue stood at $94 billion, with Asia-Pacific (excluding China and Japan) contributing $7.7 billion.