IBM - IBM is undergoing a strategic realignment in Q4, involving workforce reductions that will impact a low single-digit percentage of its global employee base, which is approximately 270,000 [2][8] - The company is shifting its focus towards higher-growth areas such as software and services, aiming to streamline operations [2][8] - Despite the global workforce adjustments, IBM expects its overall U.S. employment figures to remain stable year-over-year [2][8] Pharmaceuticals - The Trump administration is negotiating with pharmaceutical companies Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to make weight-loss medications available for $149 per month through a new "TrumpRx" program [3][8] - The initiative may also include coverage for these drugs under Medicare and Medicaid, potentially increasing access for consumers [3][8] E-commerce - Amazon has reiterated its commitment to transparency for third-party applications that facilitate customer purchases, following concerns about unauthorized data usage [4][8] - The company aims to ensure that all applications on its platforms adhere to strict transparency and privacy standards [4][8] Geopolitical Developments - Iran has announced the release of two French detainees on bail, which is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts and discussions regarding potential prisoner swaps [5][8]