CNBC Daily Open: War worries meet AI anxiety

Washington says it has no plans to renew strikes on Iran before the Nov. 3 midterms, but escalation may not wait long after that.

CNBC Daily Open: War worries meet AI anxiety

TL;DR

  • U.S. and Israel are planning potential strikes on Iran after the November midterms.
  • Oil prices remain above $108 a barrel amid geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
  • Elon Musk and Donald Trump have denied involvement in Ukraine's Starlink slowdown.
  • A PHP flaw caused government websites in Europe and elsewhere to go offline.
  • AI advancements are sparking concerns about job security, with eBay announcing layoffs.
  • BlackRock's Rick Rieder sees a 'historic' opportunity in high-quality bonds.