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FAW Bestune Delivers First 500 JOYEE N01 Cars to African Customers

The JOYEE N01 entered the global market on October 28, when FAW Bestune handed over its first 500 vehicles to African customers at China FAW’s Yancheng Branch. The launch ceremony also marked the start of global mass production and the first batch delivery tied to 2,000 overseas orders.

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Kalshi midterm trading volume exceeds $2.5 billion

Trading on Kalshi’s 2026 U.S. midterm election markets topped $2.5 billion, the company said—more than $1.2 billion above the $1.3 billion recorded during the 2024 election cycle. The comparison spans different contests: 2024 included a presidential race, while this cycle focused on congressional, state and local elections.

ZachXBT renews criticism as Sahil alleges payments tied to MOTHER

An alleged transfer of 129.5 SOL before Iggy Azalea publicized her MOTHER token has renewed scrutiny of crypto influencer Ansem. Sahil Arora attributed the recipient wallet to Ansem and alleged payments for promotion; Ansem has denied working with Sahil. Investigator ZachXBT responded by pointing to his earlier criticism of Ansem’s token promotions.

Muyuan to Present Smart Farming Solutions at EuroTier 2026

Muyuan Foods Group will bring smart pig-farming and green-development systems to EuroTier 2026 in Hanover, Germany, from November 10 to 13. The company says its display will cover production technology, environmental management and renewable energy, drawing on operations that marketed 77.98 million pigs and slaughtered 28.66 million in 2025.

DraftKings Cuts 2026 Revenue Guidance; Shares Fall More Than 25%

DraftKings lowered its 2026 revenue forecast on Nov. 6 to about $6.35 billion to $6.55 billion, after reaffirming a higher range three months earlier. Shares fell more than 25% by the market open, and law firm Levi & Korsinsky said it is investigating potential securities law violations on behalf of investors who lost money.

LINC Investors Face Nov. 10 Deadline to Seek Lead Plaintiff Role

Investors who bought Lincoln Education Services Corporation securities between May 11 and Aug. 9, 2026, have until Nov. 10 to ask to lead a class action alleging the company misled them about converting student enrollments into class starts. The case follows a 24.93% stock drop after Lincoln reported second-quarter results.

When professional packing can make a move easier

A tight moving deadline, a home full of fragile belongings and the hours needed to pack can all shift the balance toward hiring help. A HelloNation article featuring Rochester moving expert Mike Sheridan outlines when professional packing services may be a more practical choice than doing it yourself.

Teneo launches financial advisory business in Canada

Teneo is expanding its Financial Advisory business into Canada, appointing Phil Reynolds as Senior Managing Director and its Canadian head. The global CEO advisory firm said its Canadian operations currently include 60 professionals in Toronto, Montreal and Calgary, and that it expects to make several more hires in the coming months.

Alfa Laval to buy NAVTOR for $700 million

Alfa Laval has agreed to acquire Norwegian maritime software company NAVTOR AS for $700 million (6.85 billion Swedish kronor), adding e-navigation and vessel-performance tools to its digital fleet portfolio. The all-cash deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to customary regulatory approvals.

Segway Powersports outlines European dealer plans at EICMA 2026

More than 100 dealers and business partners from over 50 countries and regions gathered in Milan for Segway Powersports’ 2026 International Business Partner Conference, held alongside EICMA. The company used the meeting to discuss its MY27 European rollout, dealer development and local sales and service support.

Anavex investors face Nov. 30 deadline to seek lead role

Investors who bought Anavex Life Sciences Corp. securities from Nov. 26, 2025, through Aug. 28, 2026, have until Nov. 30, 2026, to ask a court to appoint them lead plaintiff in a securities class action, The Rosen Law Firm said. The lawsuit has already been filed.

Harry Hudson to Join All Six Beyond Now Summits in 2027

Singer-songwriter Harry Hudson will meet students at six Beyond Now Summits in 2027, with appearances in the U.S. and London combining music with conversations about his career, personal challenges and creative journey. The partnership was announced Nov. 5 by Beyond Now Experiences, a program of Summer Discovery Group.

Cryptocurrency

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Seven Blockworks staff announce departures amid product shift

At least seven Blockworks employees announced departures in posts spanning October and November, as the crypto data company expands its product focus. Former analyst Jake Koch-Gallup said he was disappointed to see the firm move away from independent research, while other departing staff described their work and thanked colleagues.

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs shed $1.65 billion in a week

U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs recorded a combined $1.65 billion in net withdrawals from Nov. 2–6. BlackRock’s Bitcoin fund, IBIT, lost money in every session and ended the week down $1.21 billion, while Fidelity’s rival FBTC finished with net inflows.

NFT sales slide 19.61% to $32.05 million as Courtyard leads

NFT sales fell to $32.05 million in the seven days captured on Nov. 7, down 19.61% from the prior week. Courtyard remained the top collection with $8.18 million in sales, while Ethereum was the leading blockchain and one of the few major networks to post a gain.

Crypto funding reaches $43.5 million across six disclosed deals

Six disclosed crypto financings raised a combined $43.5 million from Oct. 31 to Nov. 6, led by Uranium Digital’s $16.5 million Series A. Five additional investment announcements did not reveal their amounts, according to records from Crypto Fundraising and ICO Analytics checked against company announcements and supporting reports.

Sahil shares chats alleging paid celebrity-token promotion

Screenshots and recordings published by Sahil Arora revive questions about promotion during the 2024 celebrity memecoin boom. He alleges influencers were paid and says arranging a filmed meeting with Caitlyn Jenner cost about $10,000, though the displayed conversations do not establish that figure or specify a token-promotion deal.

Sahil shares alleged chats about four Pump.fun collaborations

Screenshots shared by Sahil Arora on Nov. 7 show a contact identified as Clavicular describing four past collaborations with Pump.fun, including livestreams and promotional posts. The messages discuss payment in SOL or USDC and whether funds should arrive before a tweet is published; they do not show a payment amount.

Trump Reportedly Weighs Executive Order Targeting Nonprofits

A proposed executive order could let the Trump administration label some nonprofits as having “terrorist” ties and suspend their tax-exempt status, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday. The reported approach would rely on a federal tax-code provision that can bypass the usual IRS investigation and appeals process.

Mamdani Challenges Vance to End Iran War He Blames for GOP Losses

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani accused Vice President JD Vance of trying to distance himself from the Iran war after Vance said the conflict was the reason Republicans lost control of Congress. “This is a war that they started,” Mamdani said Thursday, adding that the administration could also bring it to an end.

Vance Says Iran Strike Decision Rests With Trump, Drawing Criticism

Vice President JD Vance urged Americans to trust Donald Trump on whether to take further action against Iran, saying the decision belonged to the president. Critics countered that Congress—not the president alone—has authority to authorize war, and at least 25 lawmakers have backed legislation aimed at preventing unilateral U.S. military action.

Progressives Question Schumer and Jeffries After Democratic Wins

Progressives are urging Democrats to choose new congressional leaders after an election they describe as a mandate for change, even as Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries appear poised to lead the Senate and House. Schumer says his caucus is united; critics say both leaders must do more to challenge corporate influence and President Donald Trump.

Idaho Paid Hunters $24,000 to Kill 12 Wolf Pups

Three hunters received $24,000 in reimbursements for killing 12 newborn wolf pups in Idaho’s northern Panhandle in late April, according to records reported by Public Domain. The payments—$2,000 per animal—have drawn condemnation from conservationists, who say at least one entire litter may have been killed at or near its den.

Trump’s Miller Appointment Draws Criticism From Both Parties

Stephen Miller, the architect of the Trump administration’s mass deportation policy, is set to become White House chief of staff next week, replacing Susie Wiles after two years in the role. The appointment drew sharp rebukes from Democrats and criticism from several Republicans, with immigration policy at the center of their objections.

Finance faces

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October losses hit hedge funds across strategies

Hedge funds across several strategies suffered a bruising October, with losses and staff departures reaching multi-strategy firms, macro traders and credit desks. The pressure has renewed questions about the industry’s high-stakes talent culture, as volatile markets and steep annual portfolio-manager turnover leave little room for a prolonged slump.

Investors turn Wall Street’s sell-off into gallows humor

A sharp drop in US technology shares on Thursday prompted a wave of jokes online, as investors and financial commentators found humor in a market rout driven partly by worries over AI and data-center growth. The Nasdaq fell into correction territory, while losses also hit the S&P 500 and Dow.

IREN pushes Microsoft data center revenue target to early 2026

A networking change requested by Microsoft has delayed commissioning at IREN’s data center project in Childress, Texas, the Nvidia-backed cloud provider said Thursday. The company now expects to reach $4 billion in annual recurring revenue from operations in January or February, instead of its earlier year-end target.

Goldman Sachs names largest partner class since 2010

Goldman Sachs promoted 109 executives to partner, its largest class since 2010, with new appointments taking effect in January. The group is 15% larger than the 95 executives promoted in 2024 and reflects a growing emphasis on engineering and technology, the bank said.

How to Lead When a Founder Keeps Control

Founder-led companies have returned more than twice as much to shareholders as companies without founder leaders over the past decade, according to Bain. But executives drawn by those returns can find that the founder still controls work they were hired to lead, requiring them to clarify their authority and adapt to how decisions are made.

Apple Weighs Lower AI Spending Caps for Employees

Some Apple engineers saw their daily AI spending limits fall from $300 to $200 last month, and the company is considering further cuts, Bloomberg reported. The proposed limits come as Apple seeks to rein in costs while making AI more central to its business.

A Five-Part Framework for Rethinking What Entrepreneurs Carry

The habits that help founders get a business off the ground can become barriers as it grows. A framework called the Five Carries offers a way to review existing responsibilities—what to manage, share or let go—without adding another set of duties to an already full workload.

Workplace Design May Be the Edge in an AI-Saturated Market

AI tools are becoming standard across workplaces, narrowing the advantage of simply adopting them first. The next differentiator, the article argues, may be how well employers design offices to help people concentrate, communicate and turn machine-generated output into higher-quality work.

Canva Restructuring Affects 1,271 Employees, With Six Months’ Pay

Canva is restructuring its workforce, affecting 1,271 employees—about 22% of its staff—through layoffs, role changes and relocations. The design platform says departing workers will receive at least six months of pay, along with continued benefits and support intended to help them find work or start projects.

Flatter Organizations Can Leave Managers Carrying More

Removing a management layer may cut handoffs, but it does not eliminate the work that layer performed. Companies need to decide who will take on those responsibilities and whether remaining managers have the authority, time and support to handle them.