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Daily news brief — 14 August 2026

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The massive update addresses three zero-days, plus Silver Lake eyes Workday, and Cisco warns of a firewall bug

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Dell and HP rise after Lenovo posts strong earnings

Dell and HP shares rose following strong earnings from Lenovo, which boosted optimism for the broader PC and hardware supply chain. Additionally, upbeat results from firms like CoreWeave drove a rally in AI-linked infrastructure stocks.

Why it matters

The gains signal resilient demand across both traditional hardware markets and the rapidly growing AI infrastructure sector.

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Sources

  • Reuters
  • Economic Times
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St. Luke’s Medical Center unveils photon-counting CT scanner

St. Luke’s Medical Center has officially deployed a new photon-counting CT scanner designed to reduce data loss and minimize image noise. This advanced clinical imaging technology provides sharper, highly detailed scans for patient diagnostics.

Why it matters

The adoption of photon-counting CT technology marks a significant upgrade in diagnostic precision, allowing clinicians to obtain clearer imaging with less visual interference.

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  • The Scorecard
  • Media OutReach Newswire
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Microsoft’s August Patch Tuesday fixes 400 flaws and three zero-days

Microsoft has released a major Patch Tuesday update addressing 400 vulnerabilities, including three zero-day flaws. This extensive release is one of the most consequential security updates of the day.

Why it matters

The high volume of fixes and active zero-day vulnerabilities make immediate patching critical for securing Windows systems against active threats.

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Sources

  • Integrity360

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Workday surges on reported private-equity buyout talks with Silver Lake

Shares of Workday experienced a sharp surge following reports that the private equity firm Silver Lake is in talks to acquire the enterprise software company. The market movement positioned the company as one of the day's most notable financial standouts.

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  • The Globe and Mail
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Cisco warns of actively exploited secure firewall vulnerability

Cisco has issued an urgent warning regarding a secure firewall vulnerability that is currently being actively exploited. The company is advising enterprises to patch their systems immediately to defend against potential breaches.

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  • Integrity360
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Globalstar preparing first batch of replacement LEO satellites

Globalstar is preparing to launch the first batch of replacement satellites for its mobile voice and data network in low Earth orbit, ahead of its planned acquisition by Amazon. The report highlights a major satellite-network milestone tied to fleet renewal.

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  • Aviation Week
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Samsonite agrees to buy 85% of lifestyle brand Béis for $178.5 million

Samsonite has agreed to acquire an 85% majority stake in Béis, the travel and lifestyle brand founded by actress Shay Mitchell, for $178.5 million in cash. The acquisition is designed to help the luggage giant expand its market reach.

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  • Bloomberg
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China’s DeepSeek raises prices for its main AI model by up to fivefold

DeepSeek reportedly lifted usage fees for its core AI model, with the higher pricing set to take effect on August 16. The move highlights growing monetization pressure in China’s AI sector.

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  • Bloomberg
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GIFT Nifty signals cautious start as oil steadies and U.S.-Iran tensions linger

The GIFT Nifty traded slightly lower early on, signaling a cautious start for the domestic market. Investor sentiment remains mixed as global oil prices steady amid lingering tensions between the United States and Iran.

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  • Business Standard
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China opens 10,000 billion yuan buyout reverse repo operation

China's central bank has launched a 1 trillion yuan buyout reverse repo operation. This major liquidity injection was highlighted in regional financial briefings as a significant move to manage market liquidity.

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  • Futu News