Pindrop Security works with banks to identify spam calls — it’s coming to social media next.  The latest wave of artificial intelligence technology can mimic the voice of almost anyone – the president, a relative or a bank customer. This is the problem and the...

Federal hearing begins Monday on FTC lawsuit to block tie-up Grocers say deal would help competition versus Amazon, Walmart Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos. are finally getting their day in court. Nearly two years after the acquisition was announced, the grocery giants...

Euro-zone inflation to help ECB decide on September rate cut The focus in Asia will be on China’s new monetary framework US inflation figures in the coming week will reinforce that long-awaited interest-rate cuts are coming soon, while a reading on consumer spending...

Unemployment estimate rises to highest level since November Poll suggests Fed’s behind the curve in cutting interest rates A labor market softening more so than previously thought should spur faster and steeper interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, according to...

Beijing suspends capacity swap system for new furnaces Citi analysts say move ‘likely not enough’ to address problem China has abruptly suspended its system for approving new steel plants, as the government responds to a deep demand slump that’s crushed industry...