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Hims & Hers CEO Andrew Dudum talks FTC lawsuit, GLP-1s, AI

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Hims & Hers CEO Andrew Dudum defended the telehealth company amid a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit over its data sharing practices. In a wide-ranging exclusive interview aired Tuesday, Dudum contended the allegations stemmed from a misunderstanding of how the company is altering healthcare. “I can’t say much other than the fact that, you know when...

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Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

U.S. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr speaks during a press conference, following an open meeting of the FCC, in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 22, 2026. Kylie Cooper | Reuters Disney’s ABC has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission, calling the government agency’s recent investigation into the company a “retaliatory...

American Airlines to add seatback screens, more first class seats

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

A seatback on an American Airlines Boeing 737. Leslie Josephs/CNBC American Airlines is finally giving a green light to seatback screens as the carrier works to close a profit gap with rivals Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. But customers will have to wait a little while. The new screens, which will feature 4K displays,...

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Sea Ray parent Brunswick bets on AI, recurring revenue to help boat sales

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Brunswick Corp., a global leader in boat manufacturing and recreation on the water, is counting on advanced technology to help with stalling sales. The parent company of Sea Ray, Boston Whaler and other boat brands, says advanced navigation technology and autonomous docking can take some of the complexity out of maneuvering a vessel around a...

Banks closed tomorrow: Why branches will remain shut in Tripura on August 19

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Bank holiday on August 19 If you are planning a bank visit on Wednesday, August 19, you may want to check your state’s holiday calendar first. Banks in Tripura will remain closed tomorrow to mark the birthday of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur.The holiday, however, is not applicable to banks across India. Bank holidays...

Northern Sea Route in focus: India eyes first cargo ship along Arctic Route to Russia – why it matters

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

For Indian ships, the Arctic route could reduce the sailing distance by as much as 40%. (Image for representative purpose) In an important move, India may look to send its first cargo ship via the Northern Sea Route (NSR) to Russia next year. Russia’s Arkhangelsk region has held discussions with New Delhi on ways to...

Trump tariffs: India seeks WTO consultations over 50% US duties quota on quartz surface imports

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

India exported around $380 million worth of quartz surface products to the US in FY26. As the Donald Trump administration continues to find ways to impose tariffs, India has approached the World Trade Organization (WTO) seeking consultations with the US over Washington’s tariff-rate quota on imports of quartz surface products. The measure took effect on...

prisma global becomes first ai solutions company in india to raise funds through debt offering

In a 1st for Indian AI co, Prisma issues Rs 200cr bonds

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Prisma Global’s bond offering draws strong investor response, expanding India’s AI companies’ access to debt markets MUMBAI: A Rs 50-crore bond offering, at an interest rate of 10% for a two-year tenure, opened for subscription on Monday, and was fully subscribed within the first hour. By 3pm the issue was subscribed nearly eight times. There...

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Govt clears 31 electronics part projects worth Rs 7,877cr

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Government approves 31 more ECMS applications, attracting proposed additional investments of Rs 7,877 crore NEW DELHI: Govt has approved another 31 applications, involving proposed additional investments of Rs 7,877 crore under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, or ECMS. The projects will manufacture products, including printed circuit boards, camera modules, optical transceivers, electronic enclosures and materials...

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Rupee slips 7 paise against US dollar as crude soars beyond $90 per barrel levels

TazaPulseAugust 18, 2026

Rupee weakens against US dollar Rupee continued its fall against the US dollar on Tuesday, falling 7 paise to 95.68 in early trade as elevated crude oil prices and steady demand for the greenback weighed down the currency.Rupee had already lost 19 paise in the previous session, closing at 95.61 against the dollar on Monday....