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X Restored After Brief Outage in US

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Elon Musk’s social media platform X experienced a brief outage affecting thousands of users in the United States before services were restored.

At the peak of the disruption, more than 34,000 users reported issues, according to outage-tracking platform Downdetector. The number of reports later dropped significantly as the platform recovered.

Downdetector compiles user-submitted reports to estimate service disruptions, meaning the actual number of affected users may vary.

X did not immediately comment on the cause of the outage.

Qualcomm Announces $20B Buyback

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Qualcomm has announced a new $20 billion stock buyback program as the semiconductor company moves to support shareholder returns following a decline in its share price.

The buyback comes amid market pressures tied to global memory shortages that are expected to slow smartphone production, affecting demand for mobile processors.

In addition to the repurchase program, Qualcomm also increased its quarterly dividend, reflecting its continued focus on returning capital to investors.

The company remains one of the largest suppliers of smartphone chips globally, serving major mobile device manufacturers.

At the same time, Qualcomm is working to expand beyond its traditional mobile business, investing in sectors such as data center processors and automotive technologies.

The strategy highlights efforts to diversify revenue streams while maintaining strong shareholder value initiatives.

Smartphone Market Faces Decline

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Global smartphone shipments are expected to fall sharply in 2026, reaching their lowest level in more than a decade.

Rising memory chip costs are driving up production expenses, forcing manufacturers to reconsider pricing strategies and product positioning.

Lower-cost device makers are likely to be most affected as supply pressures reshape the competitive landscape.

Premium brands may benefit from the shift, with stronger financial resources allowing them to absorb cost increases more effectively.

The development reflects how expanding demand for advanced computing infrastructure is influencing consumer electronics markets.

Industry forecasts suggest a gradual recovery in the following years, though structural changes may persist.