Nvidia has committed up to $105 billion to back OpenAI's new data center in Ohio, which is set to become the world's largest artificial intelligence data facility. This significant investment aims to provide OpenAI with massive computing capacity, though some analysts have raised questions about the financing structure.
Valter Lavitola, a controversial former associate of Berlusconi, stated his regret for causing trouble to Rai journalist Sigfrido Ranucci by staging a bomb attack at Ranucci's home.
A retrospective on Valterino Lavitola, a fixer who was a protégé of Craxi and instrumental in revelations about Fini's Montecarlo affair, before facing legal troubles.
Ten months after a bomb detonated outside journalist Sigfrido Ranucci's home, his close friend Valter Lavitola has been arrested, taking a spectacular turn in the investigation previously suspected to involve the Mafia.
The preliminary hearing for Valter Lavitola, arrested on charges of inciting an attack on Italian journalist Sigfrido Ranucci, is scheduled for Wednesday morning at Rebibbia prison in Rome. Lavitola is suspected of involvement in the incident.
Valter Lavitola, a former associate of Silvio Berlusconi, has been arrested in Italy for allegedly orchestrating a bomb attack outside the home of Rai journalist Sigfrido Ranucci, with Italian authorities announcing further arrests in the case.
Pakistan's Petroleum Minister conducted meetings with Vitol and US firms to explore investment opportunities in critical minerals, bunkering, and storage within the energy sector.
In the ongoing 'Ranucci Case,' the statements made by fixer Lavitola in various interviews are being meticulously examined by investigators, who suspect they may have been intended to mislead.
Businessman Lavitola, currently under investigation for an attack, gave an interview discussing his collaboration on a political poll and expressing his hope that a specific individual would leave the Italian public broadcaster Rai.
Former fixer Lavitola denied all accusations regarding a bomb incident, refusing to answer prosecutors' questions but making spontaneous declarations, stating his strong bond with Ranucci is incompatible with any motive.
Interceptions and phone analyses have reconstructed the chain of command in the Ranucci attack, identifying Gomes Celesio Tavares, a 47-year-old Lavitola employee who fled to Cameroon, as the intermediary.
Valter Lavitola is under investigation as the alleged mastermind behind an attack on Ranucci. His home was searched, and a computer and cell phone were seized as part of the inquiry.
Ukraine launched a series of drone attacks targeting areas near St. Petersburg and Moscow, with dozens of drones reportedly shot down. This comes as Russia prepares for an economic forum, and amidst ongoing conflict where Russia has lost more territory than gained in recent months.
Tennis player Elina Svitolina penned a letter to her daughter, explaining why her relationship with Gaël Monfils held more significance than her career trophies.
Vitol is reportedly offering Iraqi oil for sale outside the Strait of Hormuz, a move interpreted as a sign that ships are beginning to exit the critical shipping lane.
A small US trader is reportedly making inroads into Venezuela's oil market, traditionally dominated by commodity giants like Vitol and Trafigura, signaling a shift in the region's oil trade dynamics.
Major energy trading firms like Vitol and Trafigura are expanding their credit lines, anticipating a prolonged disruption to global oil and gas flows due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Pablo Galante Escobar, head of liquefied natural gas at Vitol, has issued a stark warning about an imminent global food price shock, stating that the 'world is on borrowed time.'
Eni Ghana, in collaboration with Vitol Upstream Ghana Ltd and Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ghana Health Service. This agreement aims to expand access to healthcare services in Ghana's Western Region.
Iranian missile strikes are costing the oil industry billions, with the IEA warning of a severe energy crisis, while a TotalEnergies CEO cautions that oil and gas prices could surpass 2022 highs if the Hormuz crisis persists, and oil prices rise as markets assess supply risks after Iran denied US talks.
A Venezuelan woman, Jeusselem Elieth Genes Vitola, was found dead in a camper in Utah after fears she and her husband, Alvaro Jose Urbina Rojas, were detained by ICE. Her husband is now a person of interest in her death.
Swiss firms like Glencore, Mercuria, and Vitol, based in Geneva and Zug, dominate the global trade of oil, metals, and grain. A commentary argues that their significant influence exposes Switzerland and makes it vulnerable, calling for greater transparency.
Vitol Group, the world's largest commodity trader, has secured exclusive agreements to supply fuel to at least five countries, establishing an unusually powerful position as the dominant supplier to southern and East Africa, a region heavily reliant on imported fuel.
Lavitola's lawyer stated that his client warned Ranucci of potential attacks a month and a half prior, while controversy also arose regarding the salaries of the 'Report' program.
An Italian businessman has confessed to being the mastermind behind an explosive attack on a famous Italian journalist, admitting his intention was to boost the journalist's popularity. The confession reveals a bizarre motive behind the incident.
Prosecutors are expressing doubts about Lavitola's confession due to a lack of corroborating evidence and suspected attempts to mislead investigators. Authorities are trying to determine if the victim may have discovered or understood something in the months following an explosion.
Italy's Rai ethical committee is meeting to discuss a case involving journalist Sigfrido Ranucci, which also concerns the future hosting of his show 'Report.' The journalist posted about 'silencing voices' on social media, and Lavitola was interrogated in Rebibbia.
Former Avanti director Valter Lavitola has been arrested, with the Rome prosecutor's office accusing him of using 'mafia methods' in an alleged plot to facilitate someone's entry into politics. An arrest warrant has also been issued for Tavares, an intermediary.
Vitol Group and Cargill Inc. have ceased trading with Radiant World, a major iron ore trader, while Glencore Plc is also halting new business, all due to concerns over fake invoices.
In the Ranucci case, a connection between Lavitola and Tavares reportedly formed while they were incarcerated at the Secondigliano penitentiary, with coded messages exchanged in interviews.
Sigfrido Ranucci, director of the Italian investigative program 'Report,' asserted that their investigations were never influenced by Lavitola, while his newsroom feels 'under attack.' Journalists from the program encouraged viewers to watch on RaiPlay after a scheduled rerun was canceled.
Investigators probing the attack on journalist Sigfrido Ranucci have searched the home of Gomes Clesio Tavares, an associate of Valter Lavitola, who is believed to be an intermediary with the group responsible for the attack.
Gennaro Lavitola has been accused of massacre, with investigations including a search of Ranucci's home. Ranucci, who describes Lavitola as a friend, denies any involvement in the accusations.
Following accusations of mafia-style massacre against Valter Lavitola, TV host Ranucci stated he was 'stunned' and recorded his first public comment on the investigation's development.
Ukrainian tennis player Daria Snigur, ranked 77th in the world, caused a major upset by defeating compatriot Elina Svitolina, a two-time Wimbledon semifinalist, in the first round with a score of 7:5, 6:2.
Venture Global has announced agreements to supply 1 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to TotalEnergies and Vitol. This deal strengthens the energy supply chain for both companies.
Leading oil traders Vitol and Trafigura have warned that the global oil market has already lost a billion barrels due to the Iran war, signaling an unprecedented impact on global energy supplies.
Vitol, a major energy and commodity trading company, informed banks that its first-quarter profit is approaching $2 billion, a significant gain attributed to market volatility and turmoil related to Iran.
Vitol's trading strategy reportedly failed as the ongoing conflict involving Iran significantly disrupted oil markets. The market volatility caused by the conflict led to adverse outcomes for the company's trading positions.
Venture Global and Vitol have entered into a five-year agreement for the supply of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), securing a long-term partnership for energy distribution and expanding US LNG exports.
Controversial former Berlusconi associate Valter Lavitola stated he regretted the trouble he caused Rai investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci by staging a bomb attack at his home.
Businessman Valter Lavitola has admitted to orchestrating an attack on Sigfrido Ranucci, claiming his intention was to ensure increased police protection for his friend.
Valter Lavitola has confessed to a judge that he was the mastermind behind a staged bomb attack on journalist Sandro Ranucci. Ranucci's lawyer described Lavitola's confession as shocking.
Intercepted communications reveal that faccendiere Lavitola told journalist Ranucci he would be president in two years, with Lavitola later admitting he was 'fooled' by a carabinieri officer.
Vitol, a major energy and commodity trading company, distributed $5.9 billion to its traders in 2025, despite its profits being halved. This payout occurred amidst a significant reduction in the company's overall earnings.
In the ongoing Ranucci case, investigations are focusing on the contacts of Lavitola's associate, Gomes Celesio Tavares, who has reportedly left Italy for Cameroon. Meanwhile, the journalist has filed a defamation lawsuit against those who insinuated a 'fake attack'.
Former socialist Valter Lavitola expressed a strange outburst in the Ranucci case, hoping to be treated like Berlusconi, as his collaborator's house was searched and a reporter questioned.
Valter Lavitola has vehemently denied involvement in the bomb attack against Italian journalist Sigfrido Ranucci, stating to prosecutors that he is not responsible for the explosion.
Reports suggest that fixer Luigi Lavitola harbored ambitions of seeing journalist Sigfrido Ranucci become a political leader, with Lavitola envisioning himself as Ranucci's chief advisor if he reached Palazzo Chigi.
The prosecution is alleging a massacre in the attack on Ranucci and has charged Lavitola, the former publisher and entrepreneur, with association with the mafia and conducting a reconnaissance under the reporter's home.
Commodity traders Trafigura and Vitol are reportedly selling more Venezuelan oil to Asian markets, capitalizing on supply disruptions caused by ongoing global conflicts.
Italy's Eni, along with partners Petroci and Vitol, has approved the final investment decision for the third phase of the Baleine project in the Ivory Coast.
Venture Global (VG) has announced an expansion of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreements. The company is strengthening its partnerships with major energy firms TotalEnergies and Vitol.
The Government of Ghana, represented by John Jinapor, has signed a major agreement with Eni Ghana E&P, Vitol Upstream Ghana Limited, and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation to expand domestic gas production.
Recent business reports highlight Axon Enterprise's stock decline due to compressed valuation multiples despite strong performance, while Vitol's CEO noted the company's resilience and good performance even during early wartime challenges.
Energy trader Vitol announced a profit of approximately $2 billion in the first quarter, managing to achieve this despite incurring losses related to ongoing conflicts.
An exclusive report reveals that a prominent oil trader at Vitol, one of the world’s largest commodity-trading firms, incurred losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars due to incorrect bets on oil prices, exacerbated by the war in Iran.