- + Social Security benefits for many public service retirees get a boost in late-night spending bill—A typical dual-income couple retiring in 2033 would see an additional $25,000 lifetime reduction in their benefits. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + How to watch Week 16 games of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—It’s a holiday feast of football! Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Gen Z workers think showing up 10 minutes late to work is as good as being on time—but baby boomer bosses have zero tolerance for tardiness, research reveals—No wonder bosses say Gen Z are hard to manage: While 70% of boomers have zero tolerance for any level of tardiness, in Gen Z’s eyes, 10 minutes late i...
- + For roughly $30,000, this company gives you a 98% chance of getting into Harvard and the Ivy League—College is already expensive, and Crimson Education believes paying extra for top-notch admissions help is worth it. Read More [Category: Education]
- + 4 daily habits of truly happy people—There are steps you can take to achieve happiness independent of life circumstances. Read More [Category: Health]
- + From a tartan butler to a guitar concierge, these hotels have some of the best perks for business travelers —Here are the hotels in Europe that can take business travel to the next level. Read More [Category: World]
- + Despite missing deadline, Congress avoids government shutdown by passing spending bill without Trump’s debt ceiling raise—Republicans, keen to dodge a shutdown, decided to only introduce a one-vote spending package. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Crypto giant Tether invests $775 million in Trump-friendly video service Rumble—Tether's move to buy a large stake in Rumble signals its ambitions to expand both its technological and political ambitions. Read More [Category: Cry...
- + House votes to avoid government shutdown by passing spending bill without Trump’s debt ceiling raise—Republicans, keen to dodge a shutdown, decided to only introduce a one-vote spending package. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + CFPB sues JPMorgan, Bank of America over alleged Zelle fraud—"Zelle became a gold mine for fraudsters, while often leaving victims to fend for themselves," the CFPB said. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Party City to wind down operations, fire employees, CEO says—Should the company follow through with its plan to file bankruptcy, it would be the second time in less than two years that Party City has sought cour...
- + Merck-AstraZeneca breast cancer drug reduces risk of death by 28% in patients diagnosed early, clinical trial shows—About 87.5% of patients treated with the drug were alive after six years, compared to 83.2% who received a placebo. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Sam Altman says OpenAI’s new o3 ‘reasoning’ models begin the ‘next phase’ of AI. Is this AGI?—The new o3 models did so well on a prominent benchmark that some immediately questioned whether OpenAI had in fact achieved AGI. Read More [Category...
- + Craig Wright, who falsely claimed to be Bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto, gets suspended prison sentence for contempt of court—The U.K. High Court ruled Wright violated a court order that required him to stop saying he was Nakamoto and taking legal action based on that claim. ...
- + Here’s how the Amazon delivery drivers strike will impact holiday deliveries, according to experts—A walkout — especially one that lasts many days — could delay shipments in some metro areas. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Trump is set to inherit a ‘strong’ economy. But his and Musk’s decisions already hint at ‘economic disaster,’ critics say—“I guess Elon Musk is making the decisions now, because Republicans in Congress are incapable of making decisions on their own," Rep. Suzan DelBene, D...
- + Saudi Arabia wants to be your next destination—The Gulf nation will host a World Cup and World Expo, part of its bid to make tourism its second leading industry after oil. Read More [Category: Bus...
- + Government shutdown odds swing wildly on betting markets as Trump would rather see it start under Biden—Elon Musk and Donald Trump killed plan A, Republicans defied Trump and voted against plan B, and now we’re on plan C. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Former Cigna insurance executive says he quit after witnessing an industry that ‘puts profits over patients’—The former VP for corporate communications at Cigna writes about the ‘crisis of conscience’ he had while working for the healthcare company. Read Mor...
- + Fraud case tied to $100 million NJ deli ends in guilty pleas—“Your Hometown Deli” became infamous when it was highlighted on Wall Street as an example of irrational exuberance in the market. Read More [Category...
- + Grindr to give staff $300,000 for fertility treatments, adoption—The benefit will be available starting next year to those who have been at the company at least 18 months. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + I’m an ex-CEO. My peers are facing the reality that many Gen Zers see corporate America as the enemy—In a poll, 41% of young people say the murder of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was “acceptable” or “somewhat acceptable.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tesla issues massive recall spanning Cybertruck, Model 3, and Model Y over increased crash risks—Tesla is recalling almost 700,000 vehicles because of an issue with the warning light on the tire pressure monitoring system. Read More [Category: Te...
- + Sam Altman calls Elon Musk a ‘bully’ who enjoys getting into fights with fellow billionaires—Sam Altman clears the air about the very public battle between him and his OpenAI cofounder Elon Musk. Read More [Category: Business]
- + JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo sued over Zelle scams that cost $870 million—The controversial regulator alleges the banks failed to prevent fraud on Zelle, a payment platform they co-own. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Marc Benioff’s advice to fellow CEOs: Embrace this Buddhist concept—or ‘you’re going to have a problem’—The Salesforce says every CEO needs to cultivate ‘shoshin’ to stay competitive. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump targets Texas conservative Chip Roy after tirade on House floor—Representative said fellow lawmakers lacked “an ounce of self respect.” Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Trump admits he would prefer to eliminate the debt ceiling under Biden so he can avoid taking the heat for more government borrowing—The president-elect is hoping to avoid “extraordinary measures” that would push a deadline to default on the U.S.’s debt during the early months of hi...
- + Fearing another travel ban, universities and colleges are urging international students to return to campus before Trump is inaugurated—Trump issued an executive order in January 2017 banning travel to the U.S. by citizens of seven predominantly Muslim countries. Read More [Category: ...
- + Natalie ‘Samantha’ Rupnow, the 15-year-old who killed a student and teacher in Wisconsin, was brand-new at the school but raised no red flags—The school was working with her family on attendance, but teachers had no significant concerns. Read More [Category: Lifestyle]
- + CoinDesk ownership Bullish fires top editorial staff amid newsroom controversy—CoinDesk CEO Sara Stratoberdha told editorial staff on Friday that the company that editor-in-chief Kevin Reynolds and two deputies were let go. Rea...
- + El Salvador plans to sell or shutter the ‘Chivo’ crypto wallet created by its bitcoin fan President Nayib Bukele—The announcement came after the Central American nation's government reached a $1.4 billion loan deal with the International Monetary Fund that addres...
- + Gap is turning its seasonal workers into full-time employees—Gap is turning its seasonal workers into full-time employees. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Finland’s Oura went from a tiny Kickstarter campaign to a $5.2 billion startup with Cristiano Ronaldo and Prince Harry among its fans—Oura just capped off a funding round that will help the Finnish company look “beyond rings,” CEO Tom Hale said. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Finland’s Oura went from a tiny Kickstarter campaign to a $5.2-billion startup with Cristiano Ronaldo and Prince Harry among its fans—Oura just capped off a funding round that will help the Finnish company look “beyond rings,” its CEO Tom Hale said. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Accenture boss Julie Sweet met 30 global CEOs in the past 2 months, and nearly all of them are scrambling to roll out more AI—Sweet said she’s had a “busy travel quarter” as Accenture posted $17.7 billion in revenue. Read More [Category: Artificial Intelligence]
- + Americans are on track to set another record for holiday travel, topping the bar set in 2019—A government shutdown that could start as soon as Saturday would likely be too close to the holidays to immediately affect flights and airport operati...
- + MacKenzie Scott donated $2 billion to nearly 200 organizations this year—and many of her gifts were a total surprise—Scott has donated more than $19 billion total during the past five years. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Musk has become a political force even bigger than his wealth by tanking budget deal: ‘Welcome to the Elon Musk presidency’—Social media warnings from the world's wealthiest man preceded Trump's condemnation of a measure negotiated by GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson, which e...
- + Google’s targeted advert plans trigger concerns in the U.K. as watchdog condemns them as ‘irresponsible’—"Like all advertising technology, it must be lawfully and transparently deployed –- and if it is not, the ICO will act." Read More [Category: Technol...
- + After the Fed, shutdown deadline is 12.01 a.m. tonight—CEOs shrug off Fed signal at Yale CEO Summit. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Train conductor’s ‘bonjour’ causes a political ‘war of words’ in language-divided Belgium—Under Belgium's complex language rules conductors should in theory use both languages only in Brussels and a few other bilingual regions. Read More [...
- + Forget turkey, supermarkets in Portugal overflow with salted cod as holiday season approaches—Portugal consumed nearly 55,000 tonnes of salt cod last year. Roughly one-third of cod sales happen around Christmas. Read More [Category: World]
- + Malaysia’s auto industry releases its first-ever EV—but locals wonder if it’s really homegrown—Proton's e.MAS 7, unveiled on Monday, was developed concurrently with Geely's Galaxy E5. Read More [Category: Business]
- + What to know about the debt ceiling debate that is pushing Washington to the brink of a government shutdown—President-elect Trump has demanded that a provision raising or suspending the debt limit—something that his own party routinely resists—be included in...
- + ICE has deported 270,000 people in the last 12 months, the highest number since 2014—Over the 12-month period ended Sept. 30, Mexico was the most common destination for deportees (87,298), followed by Guatemala (66,435) and Honduras (4...
- + Premier of oil-rich Alberta says Americans will pay a lot more for gas if Donald Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Canada—Danielle Smith said that American refineries won't have much choice but to increase the price of gas. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Luigi Mangione faces federal charge that’s eligible for death penalty in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing—The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was whisked back to New York by plane and helicopter Thursday to face new federal charges of stalkin...
- + Australian premium ready-meals business set to hire 925 workers for new factory in booming Kentucky—Kitchen Food Co. will locate a prepared foods facility in Hopkinsville and create 925 jobs as part of its $69 million investment. Read More [Category...
- + House rejects Trump-backed plan to avoid government shutdown—with dozens of Republicans voting ‘no’—Hours earlier Thursday, Trump announced “SUCCESS in Washington!” in coming up with the new package which would keep government running for three more ...
- + Annual performance reviews are outdated and it’s time for bosses to rethink the fraught tradition—Rethinking the evaluation is a chance for companies to “do some soul searching.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + The case against performance reviews: It’s time for bosses to throw out the ‘clunky’ annual critique—Rethinking the evaluation is a chance for companies to “do some soul searching.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + IKEA’s top U.K. executive climbed the ranks from forklift driver to the C-suite—and it’s all down to a phone call he made as a student—Peter Jelkeby, Ikea's U.K. CEO also has sage advice for Boomerang workers having done it himself. Read More [Category: Business]
- + ‘Higher-ups are in our pocket’ — An aviation giant with billions in military contracts admits to bribing officials in Nepal and South Africa —AAR Corp. will pay $55 million to resolve bribery investigations by the Justice Department and Securities and Exchange Commission Read More [Catego...
- + Economists say the Fed is bracing for ‘Trump 2.0’ and a deluge of fiscal policy shakeups—Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said he was uncertain as to how Trump’s proposed policies would impact the economy. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + The Fed is bracing for ‘Trump 2.0’ and a deluge of fiscal policy shakeups, economists say—Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said he was uncertain as to how Trump’s proposed policies would impact the economy. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Rubik’s Cube is still selling millions after 50 years. Here’s how the old-school toy is keeping up with Gen Z’s digital shift—Erno Rubik’s Cube is still selling millions after 50 years as it refuses to be frozen in time. Read More [Category: Entrepreneurship]
- + Xi Jinping urges Macau, the world’s largest gambling hub, to diversify away from casinos—Xi on Friday touted Macau's accomplishments under Chinese rule, including its international appeal and a per capita GDP that's among the world's highe...
- + Southeast Asia has $60 billion AI boom, but its own startups are missing out—Only 122 AI funding deals have taken place in Southeast Asia in 2024, versus the APAC total of 1,845. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + China’s hottest stock rockets 370% on craze for collectibles—Morgan Stanley calls Pop Mart a “global brand in the making.” Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Nike’s new CEO says turnaround efforts may hurt in short term—Chief Financial Officer Matt Friend said that revenue in the company’s current quarter is expected to decline in the low double digits. Read More [Ca...
- + Diageo is said to weigh Ciroc Vodka sale after Diddy tie-up ends—Diageo is studying a sale of Cîroc following the settlement in January of a lawsuit with Combs where he accused the spirits company of racism. Read M...
- + AWS CEO Matt Garman on startups, nuclear power, and soaring AI compute costs—Amazon Web Services CEO Matt Garman spoke to Fortune about the cloud giant’s startup strategy. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Paramount-Skydance merger faces a new challenge over concerns about a China-based investor—Proposed Hollywood studio merger between Paramount and Skydance Media has received a new challenge this week. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + How to watch the NFL’s penultimate Thursday Night Football game of the 2024-2025 season live online for free—and without cable—The Bengals try to stay alive. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Jane Fonda, 86, is Meta’s latest virtual workout coach: ‘We have to keep moving’—The icon's workouts really delivered—on sweat, fun, leg warmers, and Fonda witticisms. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Inside Robinhood’s effort to retain employees of its $300 million acquisition with ‘exploding offers’—While Robinhood’s acquisition of TradePMR won’t close until next year, the fintech is rolling out plans ahead of time. Read More [Category: Technol...
- + Don’t let the government inherit your wealth: Estate planning is essential for those who are single or child-free—“If you don’t, then the government is going to do some maybe esoteric things with your assets.” Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + The stock market loves Trump—but ‘crash protection’ is in high demand—Investors may be protecting themselves in case the President-elect swings big on tariffs and is serious about mass deportations. Read More [Category...
- + Does size matter? Comparing the classes of top MBA schools—Networking, student support, and job opportunities can all be impacted by the size of a business school. Read More [Category: Education]
- + Stocks are recovering after the Fed’s decision on interest rates set off Wall Street’s fear gauge and triggered one of the worst market days of the year—The markets sell-off was sparked by the Fed saying it may deliver fewer interest-rate cuts next year. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Apple says Meta is crossing the line with requests that would let Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp read all of your messages and see every phone call you make—The iPhone maker is pushing back against the EU's "interoperability" guidelines to open up competition on iOS. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Diagnosed with gender dysphoria, she couldn’t concentrate in front of her computer. Then she transitioned her gender and raised $6.8 million for an AI electrical engineering startup—Margot Blouin founded Cadstrom while transitioning in her own life. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How the CHRO of Kyndryl reinvented corporate culture for 80,000 workers after spinning off from IBM—HR leader Maryjo Charbonnier was tasked with structuring a whole new organization. Here’s how she did it. Read More [Category: Business]
- + LinkedIn COO tells workers to be prepared for this AI question in job interviews in 2025—Workers need to be ready to talk about how they use AI in their personal and professional life. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Biden pledges to cut U.S. greenhouse gases by more than 60% by 2035—weeks before he exits the world stage—The U.S. is making a formal submission of the new target, known as a Nationally Determined Contribution, to the United Nations under terms of the 2015...
- + The Fed now expects to only cut rates 2 times in 2025. What the slowdown means for mortgages, debt and more—Loan rates may barely budge if the Fed sticks with its plan to cut its key short-term rate only twice next year. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Firms that spent billions on M&A are now selling for peanuts—The moves show how companies that were major acquirers during the boom times may sober up and regret those purchases only a few years later. Read Mor...
- + What CFOs have the ‘best profile’? Those with both accounting and operational experience, says search expert—Finance chiefs remain in demand as the role continues to evolve. Read More [Category: Business]
- + By 2030, the metaverse gaming market will reach $168.4 billion, estimates startup Gamefam—Gamefam, whose backers include Bessemer Venture Partners and Play Ventures, released its annual report, “State of Brands on Roblox and Fortnite.” Rea...
- + Poland is selling 1,000 metric tons of its vast frozen butter reserves in an unconventional move to tackle rising inflation—Butter has become a sensitive subject in the Poland, even sliding into political debates. The auction will aim to sell tons of butter at discounted pr...
- + Bark Air, the high-end airline for dogs, is offering limited flights for one-eighth the normal cost—More dogs and their human companions can experience Bark Air thanks to more affordable flights starting in February. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump brings chaos back to Washington as he joins with Musk in attempt to kill bipartisan budget deal—Trump's joint statement with Vice President-elect JD Vance, which stopped the bill in its tracks, punctuated a daylong torrent of social media posts b...
- + America’s egg industry kills 350 million useless male chicks a year but now new technology can identify them before they’re born—New technology enables hatcheries to quickly peer into millions of fertilized eggs and spot male embryos, then grind them up for other uses before the...
- + Key Trump immigration ally explains how mass deportations could work: ‘A lot of people start leaving on their own’—Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach expects Trump to take action that will spark a legal challenge over the citizenship status of children born in the...
- + LVMH bought a €50 million villa in Cannes for brand events—LVMH will use the 12-bedroom property to host exclusive shows and events for its companies, which include Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and Moet &...
- + After securing a top spot in Trump’s cabinet, concerns grow as Elon Musk influences the U.K.’s future ties with the U.S.—Tech billionaire Elon Musk is taking an increasingly close interest in Britain's political scene, appearing to cosy up to hard-right Nigel Farage. Re...
- + DOJ files complaint against CVS for filling ’unlawful’ prescriptions of opioids and seeking reimbursement for them—The Justice Department unsealed a civil complaint alleging CVS and various subsidiaries filled “unlawful” prescriptions. Read More [Category: Busines...
- + U.S. life expectancy jumped last year but it hasn’t returned to pre-COVID levels and the rebound appears to be losing steam—Last year, nearly 3.1 million U.S. residents died, about 189,000 fewer than the year before. Death rates declined across all racial and ethnic groups,...
- + Malaysia’s plan to build a high-speed train to Singapore struggles to leave the station—The ambitious high-speed rail project has been bogged by financial issues since it was first announced in 2013. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer set to appear at hearing on Pennsylvania criminal charges and extradition to New York—Luigi Mangione is expected to waive extradition, clearing the way for his return to New York, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Pr...
- + Senate report calls U.S. effort to keep advanced chips away from China and Russia ‘inadequate’—The report argues the Bureau of Industry and Security has been too reliant on U.S. chip makers voluntarily complying with the rules. Read More [Categ...
- + Moody’s downgrades 7 French banks as the country’s debt and political chaos looks set to spill into 2025—Moody's downgraded the ratings of banks including BNP Paribas and Credit Agricole amid fears over France's debt situation. Read More [Category: Econo...
- + Merck snags Chinese obesity drug in nearly $2 billion deal—Merck will gain the exclusive global license for Chinese drugmaker Hansoh’s HS-10535, an experimental oral drug that targets GLP-1 receptors. Read Mo...
- + Foxconn in talks with Nissan shareholder Renault, CNA says—Honda threatened to end its strategic software partnership with Nissan if it looks to join hands with Foxconn, according to an earlier Nikkei report. ...
- + California declares a state of emergency as a new severe bird flu case was discovered. What it means for the rest of the country—Whether the rest of the nation is willing to follow California's lead remains to be seen. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Fed’s higher inflation forecast and rate projections rattle the stock market—BlackRock chief investment officer Rick Rieder calls it a "new phase" of the rate-cutting cycle. Read More [Category: Books]
- + Leaked university emails show ivy leagues accepted wealthy students who ‘we would really not have otherwise admitted’, lawsuit says—The final line of an email read: “Sure hope the wealthy next year raise a few more smart kids!” Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Billionaire Justin Sun allegedly pushed CoinDesk’s new owners to remove banana article, editorial chair Matt Murray resigns—The crypto exchange Bullish purchased CoinDesk in late 2023 for close to $75 million. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Billionaire Justin Sun pushed CoinDesk’s new owners to remove banana article, editorial chair Matt Murray resigns—The crypto exchange Bullish purchased CoinDesk in late 2023 for close to $75 million. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Nissan rolls back diversity policies as activist claims another win—Nissan’s letter echoes similar moves by more than a dozen companies, from rival Toyota Motor Corp. to Walmart Inc. and Harley-Davidson Inc. Read Mor...
- + Google contract staff reach union deal banning keystroke monitoring—Employees voted Wednesday to ratify the deal, which the union said guarantees permanent work-from-home options. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + MacKenzie Scott has given away over $19 billion in the last 5 years and experts say she’s ‘changed entire fields like affordable housing’—MacKenzie Scott acknowledged another $2 billion in donations as 2024 comes to a close. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Congress is scrambling after Trump and Musk’s push implodes government funding plan—"One of the worst bills ever written," Elon Musk posted on his social media site X. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Texas billionaires made a $200 million bet on a college football ‘laughingstock.’ It’s paying off with a championship run—The support of the deep-pocketed donors has quickly launched the program from mediocrity to national relevance. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + OpenAI says it’s not using voice data or transcripts of calls to new 1-800-ChatGPT phone line for AI training—Offering a free phone service to collect voice data is a tried-and-true Silicon Valley technique pioneered by Google. Read More [Category: Artificia...
- + Agentic AI is a ‘new labor model, new productivity model, and a new economic model,’ says Salesforce’s Marc Benioff—Agentic AI is making Marc Benioff feel like a beginner again. Read More [Category: Business]
- + A person in Louisiana is hospitalized with the first severe case of bird flu in the U.S. They’re in critical condition with severe respiratory symptoms—It’s also the first U.S. human case linked to exposure to a backyard flock, the CDC said. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Michael Dell says adoption of AI PCs is ‘definitely delayed,’ but it’s coming: ‘I’ve seen this movie a couple times before’—Executives on Dell’s earnings call last month said that the company’s anticipated customer refresh to new AI-enabled PCs is going slower than expected...
- + Manhattan man admits to helping create secret Chinese government police station in the middle of NYC—China is believed to be operating secretive police outposts across North America and Europe. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + The Fed just cut its key rate by a quarter-point, predicting fewer reductions next year as inflation remains stubbornly high—The dollar index is trading close to its highest level in more than two decades. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Nissan and Honda merger could be a move to head off crippling Trump tariffs—Combining forces would allow the companies to increase their U.S. manufacturing ahead of possible tariffs on car imports. Read More [Category: Busi...
- + RFK Jr. has accused the FDA of suppressing hydroxychloroquine. Now, the study that suggested its use in COVID is retracted.—Elsevier issued its formal retraction on Tuesday. Read More [Category: Health]
- + SEC says former Express CEO secretly took advantage of $1 million in company perks, including a private jet, as the company was sliding into bankruptcy—Former chief executive Tim Baxter left the retailer in September 2023, seven months before Express filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Read More [Catego...
- + Ex-Miami GOP lawmaker charged in secret plot to help Venezuelan media tycoon curry favor with Trump—An indictment alleges former Congressman David Rivera failed to register as a foreign agent of a sanctioned Venezuelan media tycoon. Read More [Categ...
- + Tech giants, Wall Street, and corporate elite are pouring millions into to Donald Trump’s inauguration—The president-elect’s inaugural fund donors range from CEOs like Sam Altman and Ken Griffin, to Meta, Amazon, Bank of America and Goldman Sachs. Rea...
- + Barclays annual bonuses expected to increase as much as 20%—Across Wall Street, expectations are rising for a decent year for bonuses, particularly in capital markets-related jobs. Read More [Category: Financ...
- + How Lowe’s is trying to spruce up shopping with AI, mixed-reality headsets, and other new technologies—The home improvement store is trying to upgrade its technology with AI and other tools. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Salesforce’s Benioff says ‘no deal’ to sell Time magazine—CNBC reported in November that Benioff was in early talks with Antenna Group to sell the publication. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Salesforce’s Benioff says ‘no deal’ to sell Time Magazine—CNBC reported in November that Benioff was in early talks with Antenna Group to sell the publication. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Jeff Bezos saved around $1 billion in taxes by moving to a ‘billionaire bunker’ in Florida—The Amazon founder saw an almost-10-figure savings by moving south. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Slow Ventures is raising $275 million across two new funds: filings—The New York, San Francisco, and Boston-based early stage fund is run by Kevin Colleran, Sam Lessin, and Will Quist. Read More [Category: Technology...
- + Oscar Mayer will pay you $35,000 a year—plus health benefits, free hotel stays, and a weekly allowance—to drive the Wienermobile around the country—Wiener Whistles for everyone! Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Sales of nuclear bunkers are soaring right now even though experts say they’re basically useless in the event of an atomic blast—Global security leaders are warning nuclear threats are growing as weapons spending surged to $91.4 billion last year. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Amazon’s bestselling routers, which power internet in most U.S. homes, could soon be banned over national-security concerns—Microsoft says TP-Link routers are vulnerable to Chinese hackers. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Europe’s privacy watchdogs tell AI companies what they must do to avoid big GDPR fines—It is far from clear that companies such as Meta and OpenAI will be able to clear these hurdles. Read More [Category: Artificial Intelligence]
- + Electric cars in Barcelona are now being charged every time subway trains 200 feet beneath them hit the brakes—The city's innovative subway system allows for recycled energy to be redirected to specific local uses. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Bad news for prospective homebuyers: The Fed’s rate cuts are unlikely to bring down stubbornly high mortgage rates anytime soon—The 3% mortgage rates that existed for nearly a decade before the pandemic aren't going to return in the foreseeable future. Read More [Category: Fin...
- + The women on Fortune’s Most Powerful Rising Executives list are poised to become future Fortune 500 CEOs—Xbox president Sarah Bond and Land O'Lakes exec Leah Anderson are two women who make the list. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Bitcoin’s rally is nudging more luxury companies to make crypto a payment option—and sends a strong message to its younger clientele—Ferrari launched crypto payments on its ultra-luxury cars last year in response to demand from dealers and buyers who were also crypto investors. Rea...
- + HR leaders are a critical part of developing future CEOs—here’s what they need to know to do it right—Many CEOs are internal promotions and HR must be a strategic partner in succession planning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + HR leaders are a critical part of developing future CHROs—here’s what they need to know to do it right—Many CEOs are internal promotions and HR must be a strategic partner in succession planning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump will nominate Herschel Walker as ambassador to Bahamas—Walker was recruited by Trump to run for a Georgia Senate seat in 2022 and lost to the Democratic incumbent, Senator Raphael Warnock. Read More [Cat...
- + Exclusive: Tokenization startup Plume gets $20 million in funding to build a real-world asset finance ecosystem—Plume facilitates real-world asset financing through its native blockchain. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Trump publicly taunts Trudeau saying Canada should be a U.S. state—“No one can answer why we subsidize Canada to the tune of over $100,000,000 a year? Makes no sense!” Trump said in a post early Wednesday. Read More ...
- + Foxconn said to have approached Nissan to take controlling stake—Foxconn, which has been investing heavily in factories to build electric vehicles, would be interested in the entirety of the maker of Pathfinders, Se...
- + Pokemon has a new hit gaming app with 60 million downloads and $180 million in revenue in 6 weeks—Released on October 30, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket is a virtual version of the collectible card game that has captivated schoolyards since the l...
- + Ryder taps 20-year veteran as next CFO. Here’s how the Fortune 500 company develops top talent—Cristina Gallo-Aquino will succeed John J. Diez as finance chief. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 9 ways to avoid financial stress this holiday season—The holidays can bring pressure to spend money on gifts, gatherings and plane tickets home, exacerbated by brand emails, social media influencers and ...
- + Founder of travel tech startup Nuitée raised $48 million for its next phase: ‘That’s when we start pissing people off’—Nuitée has raised a $48 million Series A, led by Accel, Fortune can exclusively report. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Toxic waste in New Jersey town caused $1 billion in harm and the settlement deal with BASF isn’t enough, environment group says—Save Barnegat Bay and the township of Toms River are suing to overturn a deal between the state and BASF under which the firm will pay $500,000 and ca...
- + Geely, one of China’s biggest carmakers, resists the push to go all-electric—“You will lose a profit growth engine if you do not make petrol cars,” Geely Automotive Holdings' CEO said in a recent interview. Read More [Category...
- + Multimillionaire Brewdog co-founder asks LinkedIn if he should delay his marriage by 3 years to save on taxes—James Watt says hes investment in his fiancee Georgia Toffolo's raw dog food brand could cause a hefty tax bill unless he pushes back his marriage by ...
- + Netflix capitalizes on anxiety-driven millennial nostalgia with Christmas movie formula that’s reviving the careers of former teen stars—Amidst socioeconomic turmoil, it’s not just the season for holiday movies—it’s the era of them. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 20 innovative breakthroughs that will transform your health—We recognize some of the most staggering, game-changing, life-improving developments of the year. Read More [Category: Health]
- + AT&T is dumping hybrid work as it follows Amazon in demanding employees spend 5 days a week in office—AT&T CEO John Stankey told managers last year they would need to come back to the core office hubs—18,000 returned. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Donald Trump’s media company presents a new type of potential conflict of interest—Trump media connects the President-elect’s political allies and his business interests in a decidedly 21st century tech company. Read More [Category:...
- + Donald Trump’s media company presents a new type of potential conflicts of interest—Trump media connects the President-elect’s political allies and his business interests in a decidedly 21st century tech company. Read More [Category:...
- + Will BYD take over Europe’s struggling EV market?—European automakers should beware—the world’s largest producer of plug-in cars is Chinese and has plans for European electric domination. Read More [...
- + CEO says ‘as a Cybertruck owner with self-driving that sucks’ it ‘isn’t fair’ that Elon Musk is working to ‘fire government employees’ instead of at Tesla—Elon Musk's attachment to Donald Trump has created an alliance between America's most powerful politician and its richest businessman. Read More [Cat...
- + Musk and Trump are viewed pretty much the same by Americans—half negatively, but with 4 in 10 positive—Elon Musk's attachment to Donald Trump has created an alliance between America's most powerful politician and its richest businessman. Read More [Cat...
- + Rage has long shadowed American health care. It’s rarely produced big change—The outpouring of anger at health insurers following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson continues a cycle of rage that dates back deca...
- + I tried an EMF-blocking device to reduce my exposure to potentially dangerous radiation. Here’s what happened—There's no conclusive evidence that low to mid-frequency radiation from your personal electronic devices is harmful to your health, but some experts d...
- + Amsterdam to allow ‘ugly’ solar panels on its world-famous canalside houses, angering locals—The Dutch capital's tall, thin historic houses dating from the 16th to the 18th centuries are poorly insulated and energy-hungry. Read More [Category...
- + With over a billion users, TikTok’s algorithm keeps it ahead of the game—but is it entertainment or a tool for Beijing’s surveillance?—The platform faces accusations of espionage in the U.S. and Europe, along with bans in countries such as Australia, yet these challenges have not halt...
- + Trump’s lawyers claim they have ‘evidence of juror misconduct’ in bid get hush money conviction dismissed—President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers are raising a new claim in their fight to overturn his hush money conviction. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Energy Secretary Granholm warns Trump administration that ‘unfettered exports’ of liquefied natural gas could drive up U.S. prices—Granholm's statement came as the Energy Department released a long-awaited study on the environmental and economic impacts of natural gas exports. Re...
- + Meet Time CEO of the year Lisa Su, who grew AMD’s share price by 50x and is related to Nvidia’s Jensen Huang—The billionaire chipmaker CEO had never met Huang, her competitor and cousin, until she was 'well into' her career. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Who is Lisa Su? Time’s CEO of the year 2024 holds meetings on weekends and is related to Nvidia’s Jensen Huang—The billionaire chipmaker CEO had never met Huang, her competitor and cousin, until she was 'well into' her career. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Meet Time CEO of the year Lisa Su, who grew AMD’s share price by 50x and is related to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang—The billionaire chipmaker CEO had never met Huang, her competitor and cousin, until she was 'well into' her career. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Ontario leader says Trump’s 25% Canada tariffs would be a ‘disaster’ that would hurt U.S. stock markets—Ontario Premier Doug Ford said tariffs won't work considering how integrated the U.S. and Canadian economies are. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Why Europe can’t seem to kick its Russian energy habit—Today, European leaders are hailing an energy supply revolution. Read More [Category: World]
- + Trump sues Des Moines Register and pollster for ‘brazen election interference’ over pre-election poll that showed his losing Iowa—The Register's parent Gannett dismissed the lawsuit as meritless and said it would vigorously defend its First Amendment rights. Read More [Category:...
- + Meet new Shark Tank judge Daniel Lubetzky, who built a $5 billion, self-made snack empire—“Daniel was probably the best boss I ever had,” said one of his former deputies, “but also one of the most challenging.” Read More [Category: Busines...
- + How new Shark Tank judge Daniel Lubetzky built a $5 billion snack empire based on wild ideas and off-the-cuff leadership—“Daniel was probably the best boss I ever had,” said one of his former deputies, “but also one of the most challenging.” Read More [Category: Busines...
- + Congress unveils stopgap spending deal to fund government into March and provide over $100 billion in disaster aid—The measure would prevent a partial government shutdown set to begin after midnight Friday. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Workers won’t accept less than $81,000 for a new role right now—despite fearing they’ll be jobless soon—Despite fears they may be jobless soon, today’s job seekers' average reservation wage is $81,147—up by almost $20,000 since March 2020. Read More [Ca...
- + ‘Divisive’ is the word of the year in the workplace, as companies like Walmart drop their DEI efforts—Frustration, resentment, and bad blood were the hallmarks of work in 2024. Read More [Category: Business]
- + As employers from Walmart to Ford drop their DEI policies, ‘divisive’ is Glassdoor’s word of the year—Frustration, resentment, and bad blood were the hallmarks of work in 2024. Read More [Category: Business]
- + As brands like Walmart and Ford drop their DEI policies, ‘divisive’ is Glassdoor’s word of the year—Frustration, resentment, and bad blood were the hallmarks of work in 2024. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Lego bricks have won over adults, growing its $10 billion toy market foothold—and there’s more to come—In 2020, Lego launched its adult-focused category. Adults also introduce kids to Lego, making them a group critical to the Danish toymaker. Read More...
- + Kioxia—once Toshiba’s chip unit—rallies after a Tokyo debut that valued the Bain-owned chipmaker at over $5 billion—Formerly the semiconductor unit of Japanese engineering giant Toshiba, Kioxia is the world's third-largest producer of NAND flash memory chips. Read...
- + Nissan and Honda consider merger to take on world’s biggest carmaker—A deal would effectively consolidate the Japanese auto industry into two main camps. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Fed set to deliver third-straight interest rate cut—Fed Chair Jerome Powell may face questions about whether progress toward the central bank’s 2% inflation goal has stalled. Read More [Category: Busin...
- + Big tech has poured millions into Trump’s inaugural fund—but Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff says he won’t join them—“I think we just donated that photo,” Benioff said as he chuckled. “He can use the Time magazine cover for free.” Read More [Category: Politics]
- + FTC says Grubhub ‘tricked its customers’ and listed restaurants without consent—In a statement, Grubhub denied wrongdoing. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Hundreds of OpenAI’s current and ex-employees are about to get a huge payday by cashing out up to $10 million each in a private stock sale—A group of current and former OpenAI employees are eligible to cash out up to $10 million worth of shares as part of the company’s $1.6 billion tender...
- + Newly proposed Washington wealth tax would impact Bill Gates and those with over $100 million—The tax would apply to about 3,400 residents — Microsoft founder Bill Gates among them — and bring in $10.3 billion over four years. Read More [Categ...
- + Ivy League not required: Fortune’s Most Powerful Rising Executives break the mold that success requires a top-ranked education—While the next generation of leaders all went to college, not all studied business or attended a top-ranked school. Read More [Category: Education]
- + How a Global 500 insurer’s $1.6 billion Singapore deal fell apart—Allianz's bid to take over Singapore's Income Insurance drew scrutiny from both public officials and prominent Singaporeans. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Starbucks union approves strike ahead of final bargaining—Starbucks Workers United said 98% of union members voted in favor of a stoppage, which will occur “if necessary.” Read More [Category: Finance]
- + A new lawsuit backed by crafters of the 1997 Leahy law says the federal government is carving out loopholes for Israel despite ‘reasonable’ evidence it violated international law—The law bars U.S. military assistance to foreign military units when there is credible evidence of gross human rights abuses. Read More [Category: Po...
- + Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi on raising $10 billion, fighting for AI talent, and someday going public—Databricks announced one of the largest venture capital fundings ever, led by Thrive Capital, and is now valued at $62 billion. Read More [Category:...
- + Experts surprised to find over 30 sinking high-rise condos and luxury hotels in Florida near site of tragic Surfside collapse—It's not uncommon for buildings to sink a little during and soon after construction, but the scientists called their discovery surprising. Read More ...
- + Ripple’s RLUSD launches on global exchanges with some investors paying a premium—RLUSD trades above $1 as limited supply impacts its initial price. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Michael Phelps says these 2 parenting tricks are his key to raising mentally healthy kids—Phelps brings his passion for mental health into his parenting practices to help his kids build healthy emotional regulation. Read More [Category: Mi...
- + Disney will Release ‘Bluey’ film in cinemas in 2027—The film will be written and directed by "Bluey" creator Joe Brumm. Read More [Category: Success]
- + The billionaires giving it all away: Reed Hastings, Michael Bloomberg, and Ruth Gottesman lead 2024’s mega-donors—The biggest charitable donations from individuals or their foundations totaled nearly $6 billion in 2024. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Walmart is experimenting with body cameras for employees—like the ones used by cops—to ward off ‘unprecedented levels’ of shopper violence—Walmart is piloting a program at select stores where employees are required to wear body cameras. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tire company announces massive recall for winter tires that lack snow traction—The safety agency says tires without sufficient snow traction can increase the risk of a crash. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Holiday cookies hit by inflation—2024’s ‘Gingerbread Index’ explains why your festive foods cost more this year—Prices are higher, but not by a tremendous amount. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + The only FTC commissioner who didn’t vote to crack down on junk fees just so happens to be Trump’s pick to lead the FTC—Andrew Ferguson, Trump's choice to replace Lina Khan at the FTC, was not looking to force hotels or live-event promoters to disclose extra fees up fro...
- + Rich families pay this admissions specialist up to $750,000 to get their kids into the Ivy League—They start preparing for college as early as 5th grade. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + The pros and cons of Medicare Advantage plans—Advice to help you choose between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Trump says he’ll end daylight saving time: Here are the winners and losers if he does—Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy said they want to target the practice as the leaders of Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency. Read More [Catego...
- + Bath and Body Works’ CEO believes in her strategy for the $7.4 billion retailer—so she bought her own stock—Bath and Body Works' Candle Day sale is bigger for the retailer than Black Friday. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Billionaire chipmaker CEO Lisa Su holds meetings on weekends and sends feedback after midnight: ‘I don’t believe leaders are born. I believe leaders are trained’ —As businesses around the world embrace a four-day week, AMD CEO Lisa Su expects senior staff to work on weekends. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How Costco’s formula for reaching uncertain consumers is pushing shares past $1,000 to all-time highs—Costco is proving far more adept than Target in adjusting to the weird economy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How Costco’s formula for reaching uncertain consumers is pushing shares past $1,000 to all time highs—Costco is proving far more adept than Target in adjusting to the weird economy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 99% of workers 40 and over believe ageism exists at their workplace and it’s making them downplay their experience —Ageism in the workplace is a major issue, but many workers are reluctant to report it. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Nuclear bunker sales are booming even though experts warn they won’t provide protection—The market for U.S. bomb and fallout shelters is forecast to grow from $137 million last year to $175 million by 2030. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Americans’ trust in judicial system and courts drops to a record low of 35%—That's down 24 percentage points over the last four years, according to a new Gallup poll. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Exclusive: Crypto startup BVNK raises $50 million at around $750 million valuation amid red-hot stablecoin interest—Stripe’s acquisition of the stablecoin company Bridge has created investor fervor around infrastructure providers. Read More [Category: Cryptocurren...
- + Top investors sounded off AI’s next frontiers, from voice to enterprise and beyond, at the Term Sheet Breakfast—During the Term Sheet Breakfast at Fortune's Brainstorm AI, several investors at the forefront of AI discussed where we are in the technology’s develo...
- + Hermès may be nearly 200 years old. But astronomical growth means it’s ‘an old lady with startup issues,’ its artistic director says—Hermès doesn’t belong in the world of speed and mass production. But that doesn’t mean it won’t change how it operates over time as startups do. Read...
- + Bitcoin would need over 300 days of downtime to adequately defend itself from the ‘imminent’ threat of quantum computing, research finds—“Bringing your technology down … can be very, very costly, even if it's on for a few minutes or a few hours,” University of Kent lecturer Carlos Perez...
- + Trump’s $8 billion media company creates a complex set of potential conflicts for the incoming president—Trump’s political network, his media business, and his personal wealth have heavy overlaps. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Millennial multimillionaire Lucy Guo works out at techno raves and never cooks: ‘Uber Eats only’—Meet the serial entrepreneur who rides her electric skateboard to work—when her assistant isn’t driving her. Read More [Category: World]
- + Millennial multimillionaire Lucy Guo works out at tehcno raves and never cooks: ‘Uber Eats only’—Meet the serial entrepreneur who rides her electric skateboard to work—when her assistant isn’t driving her. Read More [Category: World]
- + Apple stock hits record high as JPMorgan dismisses AI worries—Consumers appear to be largely underwhelmed thus far by the rollout of Apple Intelligence on the new iPhone 16. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Bitcoin reaches new all-time high of $107,000 after Trump confirms plans for Bitcoin reserve—The currency surged after Trump promised to “do something great with crypto.” Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Inflation and return to office are so bad that Americans joke about mysterious drones: ‘If the apocalypse could just hurry up so I don’t have to work tomorrow, that’d be great’—In response to drones, many are joking that they'd welcome aliens if it means a break from office commutes and paying bills. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Texas economy will top France’s thanks to Trump, Abbott says—Moody’s Ratings just cut France's credit grade, while private-sector business activity shrank for a fourth month. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Canada’s finance minister shocks country with resignation as leaders feud over how to prepare for Trump tariffs—The move stunned the country and raised questions about how much longer Trudeau can stay in his job. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Authorities have no clue where mystery New Jersey drones are coming from as sightings spread to military bases and homes across U.S.—Drones flying around Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, forced base officials to close its airspace. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Ripple announces launch of RLUSD stablecoin—RLUSD will be available on Uphold, Bitso, MoonPay, Archax, and CoinMENA. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Meet the woman in charge of keeping Google Search relevant in the AI era—Google has always "welcomed" competition in Search, she says. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Nearly half of Gen Z-ers want to be their own boss and it could spell disaster for HR leaders—Workers with side hustles are great, but bosses need to know how to manage them effectively. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Starbucks is expanding its parental leave benefits despite recently cutting back on other employee perks—The coffee giant is hoping that the new expansion will help attract and retain talent: “We need to provide our partners the support they need to be wi...
- + Qualcomm’s CFO says M&A will help power its diversification strategy—Akash Palkhiwala discusses how the company is going beyond mobile and his dual role of CFO and COO. Read More [Category: Business]
- + U.K. billionaire’s investment fund is ‘aggressively’ selling Magnificent 7 stocks amid growing fears of AI backlash—Peter Hargreaves's Blue Whale fund has shed its ownership in AI stocks in latest warning over stock market bubble. Read More [Category: Artificial In...
- + Consumer brands like Warby Parker and Casper built the New York tech scene. Where did they go?—The rise of AI could create a consumer tech renaissance in New York. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Luigi Mangione hires top lawyer—whose husband is representing Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs—Karen Friedman Agnifilo has now reportedly been retained to represent Luigi Mangione; her husband Marc is leading the legal defence for musician Sean ...
- + German giant Volkswagen bets on upstart Rivian to save its flailing EV software strategy—Volkswagen is shifting focus away from its in-house software group Cariad, which employs 5,500 workers across Europe. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Wooing the luxury consumer—‘Tis the season for luxury retail but giants like LVMH and Kering have been struggling while brands like The Row and Hermès continue to do well. Rea...
- + Parents are turning to rideshare apps as schools cut back on bus service amid driver shortage—Reliance on school buses has been waning for years as districts struggle to find drivers and more students attend schools far outside their neighborho...
- + Federal Reserve will likely slow its rate cuts in 2025 as inflation stays stubbornly high—Some economists question whether the Fed even needs to cut this week. Inflation, excluding volatile food and energy costs, has been stuck at an annual...
- + Novo Nordisk invests $1.2 billion in new Danish factory to expand beyond insulin and weight-loss—The 430,000-square-foot production factory in Odense is modular, letting Novo Nordisk add more product lines to its mix from 2027. Read More [Categor...
- + ‘Kraven the Hunter’ takes less than box office flop ‘Madame Web’ in disastrous $11M opening weekend—'Kraven the Hunter' starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson earned only $11 million, according to studio estimates Sunday. Read More [Category: Entertainment]
- + Starbucks hires its first-ever China chief growth officer as it battles fierce local competition—Starbucks' China revenue fell 7% last quarter, as Chinese shoppers turned to more affordable drinks sold from local chains like Luckin Coffee. Read M...
- + ‘I’m not trying to turn GSK into Google’: How GSK’s Silicon Valley veteran has transformed the pharma giant into a tech powerhouse—Shobie Ramakrishnan has helped transform GSK into a data-led company, helping speed up drug discovery. Read More [Category: Artificial Intelligence]
- + Beijing’s stimulus struggles to lift consumption as November retail sales grow more slowly than hoped—China's retail sales expanded 3% year-on-year in November, slower than the 5% growth predicted by a Bloomberg forecast. Read More [Category: Finance...
- + South Korea’s impeached president refuses to talk to investigators as Constitutional Court starts proceedings—Courts have around six months to decide whether to uphold the impeachment. Elections must be held within two months if Yoon is removed. Read More [C...
- + Dollar’s Trump-fueled gains face a reality check late next year—Roughly a half dozen sell-side strategists, are now forecasting the dollar will peak as early as mid next year before starting to decline. Read More ...
- + UK, Australia to recommit to defense pact at meeting in London—Under the Aukus deal signed in 2021, the three countries have committed to delivering a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines for Australia by the 2030s...
- + Germany is unraveling just when Europe needs it most—“It is a very slow, very protracted decline. Not of a company, not of a city, but of the entire country and Europe gets dragged down with it.” Read M...
- + Recently declassified radio wave technology should be used on drones and operators, Schumer says—Drones are now being reported all along the northern East Coast, with suspicious sightings in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia. ...
- + Putin is desperately trying to reverse Russia’s population crisis and sees Ukraine as a solution, experts say—"Putin understands that, in the world of tomorrow, Russia will be a territorial giant and population dwarf." Read More [Category: World]
- + Work trends like AI are forcing Asian professionals to adapt, and fast: ‘The pace of change is speeding up’—Over 80% of Indian professionals report feeling overwhelmed by how quickly their jobs are changing, according to LinkedIn. Read More [Category: Tech...
- + A forever bond issued 400 years ago still pays interest. Here’s how much the holder just got —On Dec. 10, 1624, a Dutch water authority sold a bond for 1,200 Carolus guilders to a woman in Amsterdam, promising to pay 2.5% interest in perpetuity...
- + This practice in the health insurance industry may have ‘gotten out of control,’ Wall Street analyst says—"And also, you do have a more populist party, and the industry is not as popular as it used to be." Read More [Category: Business]
- + Biden plans measures on AI, clemency and lands in final stretch—“A presidency is not measured just in weeks, months, or four-year terms alone – rather its impact is evaluated for years and decades to come.” Read M...
- + Mayorkas sees no imminent drone threat, calls for wider powers—Mayorkas speculated that one reason for the increase in sightings is that in September 2023 the Federal Aviation Administration allowed nighttime dron...
- + Trump names foreign policy adviser Richard Grenell as special missions envoy for ‘some of the hottest spots around the World’—Grenell served as ambassador to Germany during Trump’s first administration, special presidential envoy for Serbia and Kosovo peace negotiations, and ...
- + How to watch Week 15 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—Welcome to crunch time. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + How to choose a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan—Taking the time to figure out which plan is right is vitally important for the 53 million Medicare beneficiaries with prescription drug coverage. R...
- + Nespresso North America’s CEO ‘actually knocked on Nestlé’s door’ to get his first job—an internship that would lead him to the corner office 32 years later—Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen has moved to five different countries during his three-decade tenure with Nestlé. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Inside the FOMC: Boston Fed President Susan Collins on changing her mind, teamwork, and the alchemy behind the base rate—"It's important for people to understand the role of the FOMC or monetary policy at the Federal Reserve because of the importance of price stability a...
- + What the Grateful Dead can teach CEOs about succession planning—Bandmates John Mayer and Bob Weir—with a 30-year age gap—show business leaders how effective succession works. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The fall of Afghanistan’s horse power is a lesson to today’s petrostates: Power based on a strategic commodity is fleeting—Not so long ago, Afghanistan was the Saudi Arabia of horses. But technological change led to its rapid decline. Read More [Category: Commentary]
- + Trump taps Truth Social CEO to lead intelligence advisory board—Trump said Nunes will remain the chief executive of Truth Social while leading the advisory panel. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Trump and members of Congress want drones shot down while more are spotted near military facilities—The Pentagon said that the military’s initial assessment — that the drones are not of foreign origin — remains unchanged. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + ABC agrees to give $15 million to Donald Trump’s presidential library to settle defamation lawsuit—ABC will also pay $1 million in legal fees to Trump’s lawyer. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Nancy Pelosi has hip replacement surgery at a US military hospital in Germany after falling at Battle of the Bulge ceremony—Pelosi, 84, “is well on the mend,” said Ian Krager, a spokesman for the California Democrat, in a statement. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + U.S. oil giant’s CEO is a fan of this nuclear energy technology and thinks there could be a role ‘for a company like ours’—"And so I'm a fan of the technology. I want to see it be successful. I think the world needs it, and there could be a role for a company like ours." ...
- + US debt reckoning escalates sharply as top bond buyer pulls back from long-term Treasuries—"But at some point, if you borrow too much, lenders may question your ability to pay it all back. It doesn’t take a vigilante to point that out." Rea...
- + OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment after taking his own life—"We are devastated to learn of this incredibly sad news and our hearts go out to Suchir’s loved ones during this difficult time," OpenAI said in a sta...
- + CEO murder suspect said to hire former top NY prosecutor—Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, hired former veteran Manhattan prosecutor Karen Friedman Agnifilo to defend him ...
- + Trump eyes privatizing US Postal Service, Washington Post says—USPS lost $9.5 billion in the financial year ended Sept. 30, amid a decline in mail volume and slower-than-anticipated parcel shipping. Read More [Ca...
- + South Korean President Yoon impeached over martial law bid with prime minister now interim leader ahead of court vote—The Constitutional Court has 180 days to rule on Yoon's future and Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae vowed to hold "a swift and fair trial". Read More [Ca...
- + Trump hosts Apple CEO Tim Cook at Mar-a-Lago as Big Tech leaders seek to improve standing with president-elect—The meeting comes less than two months after Trump said he spoke to Cook by phone, and soon after Apple lost its last appeal in a dispute with the EU ...
- + How UnitedHealthcare and other mega-insurers came to dominate the $4.5 trillion health care industry that Americans both hate and rely upon—The vitriol following the killing of UHC CEO Brian Thompson exposed Americans' rage about their health care system. How justified is that rage? Read ...
- + Base AI policy on evidence, not existential angst—With concerns over AI divorced from reality, policy toward it must be evidence-based, says a16z partner Martin Casado. Read More [Category: Technolog...
- + 4 possible modern-day factors behind infertility —Obesity is one of the main drivers, say experts. Still, it’s not clear that infertility is on the rise. Read More [Category: Health]
- + CEOs struggle to process their new reality after the public glee at Brian Thompson’s killing—“You’re never stopping anyone who wants to get to you.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Elon Musk’s lawyer said the SEC demanded the Tesla CEO pay a fine or face charges to resolve an investigation into his purchase of Twitter—The attorney also claimed the SEC reopened an investigation into Neuralink this week. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Skechers draw backlash for full-page ad in Vogue that reeks of AI. ‘You actually didn’t save any money because now I hate you’—The footwear retail company recently came under fire for allegations of using AI. Other corporations are also getting in trouble for said usage. Read...
- + Are ‘blue zones’ a myth? Extreme aging is built on pension fraud and century-old lies, researcher claims—New research suggests the world’s oldest humans, living in so-called "blue zones", often only exist on paper. Read More [Category: World]
- + Oregon city asks people to please stop putting googly eyes on public art as prank becomes tourist attraction—The city has so far spent $1,500 on removing googly eyes from seven of the eight sculptures impacted. Read More [Category: Lifestyle]
- + Inside the secret history of Design for Good, an alliance between companies with $4 trillion in market cap to devise solutions to the world’s biggest problems—Design for Good co-founder Ben Sheppard explains why big names like Microsoft, Nestle and DBS got involved. Read More [Category: Conferences]
- + Polio is a deadly disease with a vaccine that RFK Jr.’s adviser wants to ban. Here’s how the immunization works—The polio vaccine has all but obliterated the illness that once killed thousands and paralyzed 15,000 people nationwide every year. Read More [Catego...
- + The lawyer who is helping RFK Jr. pick officials for the Trump administration wants the FDA to revoke approval for a polio vaccine—Aaron Siri is interviewing and helping choose candidates for high-level health roles, according to the New York Times. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Fed officials advocate for ‘caution’ and slower rate cuts next year as Trump prepares to take office—Experts say Trump’s potential policies, including his tariff proposals, could do much to impact the economy and the Fed’s trajectory. Read More [Cate...
- + Space Force exec dodges question on alien life: ‘I’m not going to answer that’—Her comments come during a week of peculiar drone sightings across New Jersey that have left authorities baffled. Read More [Category: Conferences]
- + In the age of Slack and Zoom, Jensen Huang still swears by email to keep tabs on every corner of Nvidia—"I’m looking to detect the weak signals. It’s easy to pick up the strong signals, but I want to intercept them when they are weak." Read More [Catego...
- + Broadcom is now a $1 trillion company as stock surges 20% on AI boom—Broadcom's AI revenue grew 220% to $12.2 billion this past quarter, pushing semiconductor revenue to a record $30.1 billion. Read More [Category: Fi...
- + Shark Tank judge says you don’t need money or connections to get rich: ‘The top 1,000 richest people are self-made’—John, whose net worth is estimated at $350 million, thinks you don’t need privilege to make it big. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The CEO of UnitedHealth Group says company employees have been ‘barraged by threats’—In a new op-ed Andrew Witty expressed his shock at the backlash he and his staff have received since the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomps...
- + 3 ways Levi’s puts the customer first online—A retailer’s competition is the last great customer experience somebody had, says chief digital officer Jason Gowans. Read More [Category: Business...
- + Corporate leaders are facing disruptive threats on multiple fronts—C-suite leaders from Alliance Entertainment, 1-800-Flowers.com, BCG, Deepwatch, and other companies discuss how they are managing challenges to their ...
- + Paris 2024 helped invigorate the Olympic image. Here’s how design won gold at the Games—The Paris 2024 brand has been a huge success, setting a bar that future hosts—like Los Angeles in 2028—will have to meet. Read More [Category: Confe...
- + London’s love-to-hate business district Canary Wharf shows the future of work is about more than just the office—Londoners might have divided opinions on Canary Wharf, but it's evolved through the ages—and will likely continue to. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The French aren’t spending. Inflation is down, but people aren’t opening their wallets. Here’s why—With consumer prices still inflated the French are becoming far more picky about how they spend their spare time and cash. Read More [Category: Econo...
- + China vows bigger fiscal spending to boost consumption next year—Top officials vowed to raise the fiscal deficit target next year following a two-day huddle of the Central Economic Work Conference in Beijing. Read ...
- + MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell sues a merchant cash advance firm over a ‘sham’ loan that had a 409% interest rate—Lindell’s company had to turn to a merchant cash advance provider, which are considered payday lenders for businesses. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Starbucks gives baristas smaller pay raises after tough year—Pay increases will generally range from 2% to 3% depending on seniority. Last year, 3% was the minimum. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + BlackRock recommends investing no more than 2% of your portfolio in Bitcoin—A new report says investing more than 2% sharply increases risk. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Why a chief security officer spent $20 to create a deepfake of his boss—Cybersecurity professionals are seeing more deepfakes in the wild and consider hackers producing digital clones of their CEOs to be a real risk. Read...
- + Why a chief security officer spent $20 to create a deepfake of his CEO—Cybersecurity professionals are seeing more deepfakes in the wild and consider hackers producing digital clones of their CEOs to be a real risk. Read...
- + Stanley recalls popular travel mug sold at Walmart, Amazon, and Target over burn injuries—Stanely encouraged owners of the mugs to immediately stop use and reach out for a free replacement lid. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Amazon’s AGI boss: You don’t need a PhD in machine learning to build with AI anymore—“The bar to build with AI has suddenly reduced,” Rohit Prasad said at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference this week in San Francisco. Read More [Cate...
- + Mortgage rates are going down, but U.S. home sales are still on track for the worst year since 1995—The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. eased for the third week in a row. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + BuzzFeed sells brand behind ‘Hot Ones’ to Soros fund affiliate for $82.5 million—The buyers include an affiliate of Soros Fund Management, progressive podcast company Crooked Media and Mythical Entertainment. Read More [Category: ...
- + The Walton family is the world’s richest as soaring Walmart shares drive the heirs’ net worth to $432 billion—Walmart's stock price rose 80%, driving gains in the Walton dynasty's net worth. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump advisers consider raising SALT write-off limit to $20,000—No decision has been made about whether to propose to apply the $20,000 limit to all taxpayers, or to just expand it for joint filers. Read More [Cat...
- + Vancouver just voted to become a Bitcoin-friendly city but Microsoft’s shareholders want no part of it —The vote is a part of a growing movement of governments and companies to invest in Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. Read More [Category: The Co...
- + Executives are working to acclimate educators and healthcare providers to AI—Executives in education and healthcare discuss the adoption of generative AI in their respective fields during a panel at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI in S...
- + Klarna stopped all hiring a year ago to replace workers with AI—The buy now, pay later finance provider has seen headcount fall 22% to 3,500, mostly due to attrition. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Meta donates $1 million to Donald Trump’s inaugural fund—While small, the donation is not something Meta did for President Joe Biden or Trump’s 2016 inauguration. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Google’s search chief makes a case for optimism as AI challengers take aim—Liz Reid, Google’s vice president of search, talked down fears that her company is threatened by the rise of artificial intelligence. Read More [Cat...
- + Apple went public 44 years ago—what your $10,000 investment would be worth today—Apple has become the largest company in the world, becoming the world’s first firm to reach a $3 trillion valuation in 2022. Read More [Category: Fi...
- + UnitedHealth Group CEO says slain exec Brian Thompson was ‘one of the good guys’ in leaked memo to 400,000 employees—"Brian was one of the good guys. He was certainly one of the smartest guys," Witty wrote. "I'm going to miss him." Read More [Category: Health]
- + Someone just bought Mark Zuckerberg’s gold-plated necklace at auction for roughly 100 times its market value—The auction house listed it as “one of the gold chains he wore during the early days of experimenting with his new style.” Read More [Category: Cel...
- + Your next Marriott hotel room might be a cabin in the woods—The world’s largest hotel company is adding tiny cabins and nature retreats, on the heels of similar moves by Hyatt and Hilton. Read More [Category: ...
- + How I sent Buzz Lightyear to space—and what it taught me about innovation —Getting a Pixar toy up to the International Space Station took bravery and creativity, says Disney alum Duncan Wardle. Read More [Category: Business]
- + CNBC is reportedly planning a streaming service—Stand-alone service is set to launch in the first quarter of 2025. Read More [Category: TV]
- + Shark Tank judge Daymond John reveals a 3-step approach to building wealth that anyone can follow—Lucky breaks or keen investments are nothing without strategy and long-term vision. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Shark Tank judge Daymond John reveals a 3 step approach for building wealth that anyone can follow—Lucky breaks or keen investments are nothing without strategy and long-term vision. Read More [Category: Business]
- + A weather phenomenon dubbed ‘Dunkelflaute’ is causing havoc in Germany and pushing energy prices to 2-decade highs—A Dunkelflaute, a period of low wind and sun, is causing pain in Germany's renewables sector. Read More [Category: Environment]
- + A 31-year-old Google alum raised a $75 million fund to invest in emerging tech—Casey Caruso raised $75 million for Topology Ventures. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Exclusive: This 31-year-old Google alum raised $75 million for a frontier tech fund backed by Marc Andreessen and a cofounder of OpenAI—Casey Caruso thinks that investors who deeply understand technology will win. Read More [Category: Leadership]
- + Exclusive: This 31-year-old Google alum raised $75 million for a frontier tech fund backed by Marc Andreessen, a cofounder of OpenAI, and Paris Hilton—Casey Caruso thinks that investors who deeply understand technology will win. Read More [Category: Leadership]
- + Marc Benioff warns excessive AI spending is a ‘race to the bottom,’ and he plans to take advantage of it—Benioff has previously warned that AI is overhyped. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Marc Benioff warns excessive AI spending is a ‘race to the bottom’ and he plans to take advantage of it—Benioff has previously warned that AI is overhyped. Read More [Category: Business]
- + HR leaders are burned out and eyeing the exit after years of nonstop work—CHROs have taken on more responsibilities but resources haven’t kept up. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Vietnam property tycoon facing death penalty for $27 billion fraud appeals life sentence in separate money-laundering case—Truong My Lan was found guilty of money laundering worth $17.7 billion and illegal cross-border trafficking of cash worth $4.5 billion. She was also f...
- + Coinbase CFO says clearer rules for crypto will grow the industry and unlock banking relationships—Alesia Haas explains what the new landscape will mean for crypto firms and traditional financial services institutions. Read More [Category: Busines...
- + China’s Instagram-style Xiaohongshu crosses $1 billion in profit—Started in 2013 as a shopping guide for Chinese tourists, Xiaohongshu now counts some 300 million monthly active users. Read More [Category: Technolo...
- + Justworks doesn’t regret whiffing on a 2022 IPO—and has no plans to go public next year either—The benefits startup says it doesn’t face pressure from an IPO tied to a compounding ratchet structure Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Meet Trump’s ultra-rich administration: The wealthiest political team in history is collectively worth $474 billion—Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Silicon Valley VC Marc Andreessen are among the billionaires lending their support to President-elect Trump. Read More [Categ...
- + Why Kleiner Perkins’s Leigh Marie Braswell says AI agents ‘don’t work’—AI agents may replace humans in the future, but three VCs say we’re still a ways out from that reality. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Biden commutes 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 in biggest single-day act of clemency in modern history—The second largest single-day act of clemency was by Barack Obama, with 330, shortly before leaving office in 2017. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + German giant Bosch’s workers left in ‘absolutely unbearable’ environment amid plans for up to 10,000 layoffs—The car suppliers' deputy chairman said he couldn't rule out strikes this year as Bosch reels from low demand. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + From Barnier’s fall to Bayrou’s rise? Suspense mounts as Macron prepares to pick new French PM—As Macron travels to Poland, France awaits a new PM to break the deadlock left by a toppled government. Read More [Category: World]
- + Political turmoil and eurozone gloom suggest third ECB rate cut incoming—The European Central Bank will seek a careful balance with its latest cut, wary of inflation, politics, and trade turbulence. Read More [Category: Ec...
- + New Jersey to consider charging oil and gas producers fees to fight climate change—The proposal aims to create a Climate Superfund similar to those created by the federal government to clean up toxic waste. Read More [Category: U.S....
- + New Jersey bill targeting plastic packaging would require it to be recyclable or compostable by 2034—From bubble wrap to puffy air-filled plastic pockets, lots of what keeps items safe during shipping often ends up in landfills. Read More [Category: ...
- + Ontario premier says energy supplies to the U.S. will be cut off if Trump imposes tariffs on Canada—“We will use every tool in our tool box to fight back," says Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Ontario premier says energy supplies to the US will be cut off if Trump imposes tariffs on Canada—“We will use every tool in our tool box to fight back," says Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Biden administration will hike tariffs on imports of Chinese solar wafers, polysilicon and tungsten products—“The tariff increases announced today will further blunt the harmful policies and practices by the People’s Republic of China," USTR Katharine Tai sai...
- + Arizona claims Saudi firm’s ‘excessive’ groundwater pumping is a public nuisance—The lawsuit is the latest by Arizona against foreign companies that use huge amounts of water to grow crops for export. Read More [Category: Business...
- + Arizona AG claims Saudi firm’s ‘excessive’ groundwater pumping is a public nuisance—The lawsuit is the latest by Arizona against foreign companies that use huge amounts of water to grow crops for export. Read More [Category: Business...
- + Donald Trump will ring NYSE opening bell as he’s named Time’s Person of the Year again—Trump was also named the magazine's Person of the Year in 2016, when he was first elected to the White House. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Donald Trump will ring NYSE opening bell as he’s named Time’s Person of the Year—Trump was named the magazine's Person of the Year in 2016, when he was first elected to the White House. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Gun found on accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione matches shell casings at scene, police say—Luigi Mangione ’s fingerprints also matched a water bottle and a snack bar wrapper that police found near the scene in midtown Manhattan. Read More [...
- + Danish turbine giant Orsted ‘lacked foresight’ as President-elect Trump shuns offshore wind power—Reeling from $4 billion in cancelled U.S. projects, Orsted now faces the prospect of four years of a Donald Trump presidency. Read More [Category: En...
- + Deloitte survey: CEO optimism ‘is as high as we’ve ever seen’—Especially when it comes to the promise of AI. Read More [Category: Business]
- + FBI Director Christopher Wray says he’ll resign before Trump takes office—Wray said at a town hall meeting that he would be stepping down “after weeks of careful thought,” roughly three years short of the completion of a 10-...
- + ‘No time to spare’ to address Japan’s baby bust as Tokyo promises free day care to all preschoolers—It’s the second family-friendly policy out of Tokyo, following the municipal government’s decision to offer a four-day workweek to employees. Read Mo...
- + ‘No time to spare’ to address Japan’s baby bust as Tokyo promises free daycare to all preschoolers—It's the second family-friendly policy out of Tokyo, following the municipal government's decision to offer a 4-day work week to employees. Read Mor...
- + Trump picks one-time Arizona Senate and Governor candidate Kari Lake to head Voice of America—Lake was a Phoenix TV news anchor until she left in 2021 after making controversial statements on social media, including sharing COVID-19 misinformat...
- + Mysterious drones seen near New Jersey military site and Trump golf course are bigger than hobbyist size, Homeland Security says—Two Republican Jersey Shore-area congressmen, U.S. Reps. Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew, have called on the military to shoot down the drones. Read Mo...
- + HR leaders are being forced to ‘do more with less’ and it’s leading to widespread burnout—The pandemic changed the role of HR departments everywhere but funding hasn’t kept pace. Read More [Category: Business]
- + CHROs are being asked to ‘do more with less’ and it’s leading to widespread burnout—The pandemic changed the role of HR departments everywhere but funding hasn’t kept pace. Read More [Category: Business]
- + South Korea’s president says he’ll fight impeachment ‘until the very last minute’—President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his decision to impose martial law in a defiant address: "Please trust me." Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Temu’s billionaire founder lost his title as China’s richest person just 20 days after winning it—Colin Huang’s net worth tanked $14.1 billion after disappointing earnings results. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO highlights a terrifying reality: 3D-printed ‘ghost guns’ are all over—A government report revealed the number of ghost firearms recovered by police in criminal cases rose 1,000% from 2017 to 2021. Read More [Category:...
- + Millennials and Gen Z have given up on finding fulfillment at work as survey finds they’re the least likely to care about enjoying their job—A survey of 35,000 workers found more one in four 24-to-34-year-olds cared about their day-to-day happiness, compared with more than half of baby boom...
- + Morals and human-level judgement are among the things that AI tech cannot do, experts say —A trio of AI experts and technologists discussed where humans have it over on AI during Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference in San Francisco. Read Mor...
- + With General Motors pulling the plug on Cruise, every American automaker except Tesla has called it quits on robotaxis—Automakers like Ford Motors and Volkswagen had also once made big, billion-dollar bets on the future of ridehail—only to walk back those plans later. ...
- + Melinda French Gates will donate $150 million toward women in the workplace—and one-third of it will go to AI—Roughly a third of the donations will go toward supporting women in STEM and AI. Read More [Category: Business]
- + NFL allows Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills to add private equity owners—Diverse group of investors set to buy Buffalo Bills Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Tesla stock hits record high as Trump-fueled rally rolls on—Shares in the electric vehicle giant have risen roughly 70% since Trump’s victory on Nov. 5 and nearly tripled since late April. Read More [Category...
- + Death threats to CEOs found on posters across NYC in wake of UnitedHealthcare shooting—Authorities warned of "a hitlist" featuring the names and salaries of several health insurance CEOs warning they "should be afraid." Read More [Categ...
- + Nutrition experts warn Americans to make 2 changes to their diets for better health—The new guidance for 2025-2030, which will be finalized by the incoming Trump administration, is consistent with decades of federal efforts to reduce ...
- + Mastercard exec wants companies to reskill workers before AI comes for their jobs—Organizations implementing AI could risk losing a great colleague with years of institutional knowledge—or they could just help the person develop new...
- + XRP soars 11% as Ripple RLUSD stablecoin prepares to launch—Ripple’s RLUSD received regulatory approval in New York on Tuesday. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + We just got closer to 24-hour stock trading. Is that a good thing?—Making moves in extended trading hours comes with increased risks that equity investors need to understand. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + BNY CEO identifies ‘megatrends’ expected to boost bank’s profits—BNY crossed $50 trillion in assets under custody and administration earlier this year, and is trying to expand on its reputation as a global financial...
- + Inflation gives Fed green light for December, yellow for 2025—Officials might rein in the number of rate cuts they anticipate in 2025 as they wait for more confirmation that inflation is on track to reach their g...
- + Three chip leaders on what drives them to compete against $3 trillion Nvidia — and where the opportunity is—AMD, Cerebras Systems, and Altera executives explain the importance of competition in the chips world at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI in San Francisco on T...
- + Return-to-office mandates are associated with an exodus of high performers, research finds—When S&P 500 companies discouraged remote working, skilled employees quit—leaving hard-to-fill vacancies for employers. Read More [Category: U.S....
- + Star real estate brokers Alexander brothers charged with sex trafficking—The indictment states the three brothers worked together for “well over a decade” to “drug, sexually assault and rape dozens of victims.” Read More [...
- + Adopting these 8 healthy habits by middle age could add decades to your life—While adopting all eight habits by age 40 is ideal, adopting even one—or a few—at any point in life helps, researchers say. Read More [Category: Heal...
- + The return to office wars are far from over: Half of workers say they’d leave or quit to avoid 5 days a week—CEOs issuing RTO mandates risk a talent drain Read More [Category: Business]
- + Macy’s employee responsible for a $151 million accounting scandal made one mistake that snowballed into an intentional coverup—“This was not theft,” Macy’s chief financial officer confirmed Wednesday. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Here’s what AI CEOs are thinking about when it comes to building AI businesses—At Brainstorm AI, Daniela Braga, founder of Defined.ai, broke it down to three pillars: data, biases, and working conditions. Read More [Category: A...
- + How Rocket Companies’ first-ever CTO is deploying AI aimed at making home buying easier—He's focusing attention on technologies that can automate a lot of the processes of buying a home. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Elon Musk’s net worth tops $400 billion, a historic first—The most recent catalyst was an insider share sale of his privately held SpaceX, which boosted Musk’s net worth by roughly $50 billion in one fell swo...
- + Billionaire hedge fund exec and Mets owner Steve Cohen never wanted to stop working as a young trader: ‘I couldn’t wait for Mondays. I hated my weekends’—The best traders are just like the best baseball players: “They can’t wait to work, even in the offseason.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Billionaire hedge fund exec and Mets owner Steve Cohen never wanted to stop working as a young trader: ‘I couldn’t wait for Mondays. I hated my weekends.’—The best traders are just like the best baseball players: "They can't wait to work, even in the offseason." Read More [Category: Business]
- + 5 great tech gift idea choices for this holiday season—Gadgets are one of the most popular gift categories. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Cross-border crypto payments company Sphere raises $5 million from Coinbase and Kraken—The company works directly with banks and money transfer services to settle cross-border payments via stablecoin. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + What is spasmodic dysphonia, RFK Jr.’s voice condition?—Donald Trump’s cabinet pick has a rare neurological disorder that causes the muscles in his voice box to spasm. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Rich boomers refusing to retire are throwing a wrench into the $84 million Great Wealth Transfer, HSBC warns—Entrepreneurs aren’t looking to let go of power and are delaying retirement over fears about their legacy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Boomer entrepreneurs refuse to retire, paving the way for family battles ahead of the $84 trillion Great Wealth Transfer, HSBC says—Entrepreneurs aren’t looking to let go of power and are delaying retirement over fears about their legacy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Fear of ‘a double-edged sword’ could backfire on affluent families ahead of the $84 trillion Great Wealth Transfer, HSBC says—Entrepreneurs aren’t looking to let go of power and are delaying retirement over fears about their legacy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Fortune 500 CEOs are brimming with confidence following swift and decisive Trump victory—Fortune and Deloitte took the pulse of the C-suite after the U.S. election—and the results point to good times ahead. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Bernard Arnault turned a one-franc deal in 1984 into a €319 billion luxury empire. Now, memories of the controversial 40-year-old deal are resurfacing—The French tycoon bought Dior three years before founding LVMH in 1987. Read More [Category: Business]
- + A founder who sold her PR firm is launching a fertility startup that will send someone to your home to do your injections for $5,000—Lushi raised $5 million for a service that guides women through fertility treatments. Read More [Category: Business]
- + A founder who sold her PR firm for $75 million is launching a fertility startup that will send someone to your home to do your injections for $5,000—Lushi raised $5 million for a service that guides women through fertility treatments. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Goldman Sachs CFO says it’s a top priority to retain the ‘most talented people’—Denis Coleman discusses the competitive environment for talent. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Boeing is building its troubled new 737 Max planes for the first time since workers went on strike in September—Plane-building resumed at its plant after going through a process of training workers and identifying and fixing potential problems. Read More [Categ...
- + Rethinking office space with neurodiverse workers in mind—Employers are showing more interest in office design elements like quiet spaces and softer lighting. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Ohio Supreme Court says counties can’t sue pharmacy chains in decision that could overturn a $650 million opioid judgment—An attorney for the counties called the decision “devastating.” Read More [Category: Health]
- + Swedish regulator slaps IPO-hopeful Klarna with $45 million fine over money laundering breach—Sweden said Klarna had "significant deficiencies" in its general approach to risk assessment, which could lead to money laundering. Read More [Catego...
- + As accusations of ‘debanking’ grip Silicon Valley, the crypto industry is still waiting for a smoking gun—Did regulators prevent banks from working with crypto companies and founders for political reasons? Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Marc Andreessen says half of his time goes to helping Trump at Mar-a-Lago—"He will happily talk to distinguished visitors about like who the Vice President should be and then he'll ask the caddy. It's been painted in a negat...
- + Goldman Sachs discriminated against male employee for taking paternity leave, tribunal rules—“What happened to me would not happen to a woman at Goldman Sachs,” said an executive seeking $5 million in compensation. Read More [Category: Busine...
- + General Mills’ top designer refreshed the Pillsbury Doughboy and risked defying its No. 1 rule: ‘Don’t break the billion-dollar brand’—If you think Poppin’ Fresh looks different, you’d be right. Teman Evans explains why his team refreshed the mascot, now firmly a “boomer.” Read More ...
- + General Mills’ top designer refreshed the Pillsbury Doughboy and risked defying its No. 1 rule: ‘Don’t break the billion dollar brand’—If you think Poppin' Fresh looks different, you'd be right. Teman Evans explains why his team refreshed the mascot, now firmly a "boomer." Read More ...
- + Dillard’s is an 86-year-old department store chain—and its stock has beaten Tesla, Apple, and Microsoft over the past four years. Here’s how they did it—It’s almost unknown outside the South, but Dillard’s has thrived where Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kohl’s have stumbled. Read More [Category: Leadership]
- + The rise of the neurodivergent-friendly office—How a once-niche workplace idea is catching on in corporate America —Quiet spaces, different lighting and heat-controlled rooms are becoming more common requests for office designers. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Southwest Airlines’ lawsuit could be a ‘new playbook’ for DEI litigation moving forward—“This lawsuit signals a new and more aggressive approach." Read More [Category: Business]
- + Diageo once owned Burger King and Häagen-Dazs. Now it’s a drinks empire with Guinness, Baileys, and 11 other billionaire brands —The London-headquartered company we know today is just 27 years old. But its most iconic brands have been household names since well before that. Rea...
- + Crypto giants Binance and Circle team up to take on Tether—The surprise move brings together longtime rivals and could shake up the stablecoin landscape. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + Binance and Coinbase ally Circle form USDC alliance to take on Tether—The surprise move brings together longtime rivals and could shake up the stablecoin landscape. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + Google’s breakthrough Willow chip means we’ll get useful quantum computers sooner than some people feared—Experts caution that revolutionary quantum computing is still likely years away. Read More [Category: Computing]
- + Iceland has seen the sharpest rise in immigrants among OECD countries—now the nation is urging everyone to learn the local language—The OECD has criticized Iceland for providing minimal public funding for language training, and reserving fully subsidized courses for refugees and th...
- + Amsterdam has long wanted to keep ‘nuisance’ tourists away. First, it banned new hotels and now, it plans to ban cruises—Amsterdam has seen visitor numbers soar in recent years—and it's not a fan. But cracking down on the trend could hurt its tourism industry. Read More...
- + Mafia milking €3.3 billion a year from tourism in Italy, with a 2026 Winter Olympics windfall forecast—Italy's criminal syndicates are targeting events, including the Catholic Church's Jubilee in Rome and the 2026 Winter Olympics, as vulnerable business...
- + U.S. Steel drops as Biden set to block Nippon Steel deal—President Joe Biden plans to formally block the $14.1 billion sale of U.S. Steel on national security grounds, people familiar with the matter said. ...
- + Apple’s next ultra smartwatch will be able to send texts via satellite—The technology would extend one of Apple’s biggest efforts under Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook: bolstering the health and safety features of its pr...
- + Micron gets $6.2 billion chips award to spur plant expansion—Signing a contract protects that money from changes that could come under President-elect Donald Trump. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Bill Gates ‘didn’t believe in vacations’ and worked on the weekends while building Microsoft—but regretted it. Here are his 3 tips for success—Gates eventually realized that that “intensity was not always appropriate.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump vows fast permits for those investing $1 billion in U.S.—“Any person or company investing ONE BILLION DOLLARS, OR MORE, in the United States of America, will receive fully expedited approvals and permits," T...
- + Adidas headquarters raided in years-long tax investigation—The probe is looking at a five-year period starting in October 2019 and pertains to customs and tax regulations. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Norovirus causes up to 21 million illnesses in the U.S. every year. Here’s what to know about the contagious disease that hand sanitizer can’t kill—Norovirus is also nicknamed “the cruise ship virus,” as it easily spreads among people in close quarters. Read More [Category: Health]
- + A16z’s Martin Casado says he doesn’t want to drive the AI regulation conversation anymore—Speaking at Brainstorm AI, the venture capitalist and a Berkeley professor argued that regulation should be evidence-based. Read More [Category: Art...
- + a16z’s Martin Casado says he doesn’t want to drive the AI regulation conversation anymore—Speaking at Brainstorm AI, the venture capitalist and a Berkeley professor argued that regulation should be evidence based. Read More [Category: Art...
- + The debate over open versus closed AI models is ‘ridiculous,’ Meta executive says—Manohar Paluri, a leader in Meta’s generative AI group, spoke at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference in San Francisco. Read More [Category: Artificial...
- + Top JP Morgan exec Marianne Lake warns new credit and debit card fee rules will hurt consumers—Lake's primary concerns lie with proposed rules for credit and debit card fees. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + ‘Most powerful woman on Wall Street’ Sallie Krawcheck steps down as Ellevest CEO following a recent diagnosis—Krawcheck will transition into a board role to focus on her health, she posted. Read More [Category: Business]
- + UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder leads search firm exec to describe ‘newfound fear’ among health workers—Executives are wondering, "Could it happen to me?" Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Elon Musk and Google’s CEO want to cover the desert with solar panels. Will Donald Trump agree?—Multiple asset managers told Fortune they remain optimistic about the solar industry's prospects under Trump. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + General Motors to stop funding its Cruise robotaxi business—The automaker said it would combine Cruise’s and GM’s technical teams. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + DreamWorks cofounder Jeffrey Katzenberg says top Hollywood writers and showrunners are welcoming AI as ‘amazing,’ ‘inspiring’ tool—“It’s not constraining them, it’s inspiring them,” the studio head turned AI investor told Fortune Brainstorm AI. Read More [Category: Artificial In...
- + DreamWorks founder Jeffrey Katzenberg says top Hollywood writers and showrunners are welcoming AI as ‘amazing,’ ‘inspiring,’ tools—"It's not constraining them, it’s inspiring them,” the studio head-turned-AI investor told Fortune Brainstorm AI. Read More [Category: Artificial In...
- + Motorola Solutions CTO says AI-powered ‘smart’ surveillance cameras will make the world safer—Scaling an AI project from a small test to a widely deployed service is a major undertaking requiring organizations to weigh costs and accuracy risks ...
- + Fortune Brainstorm AI showed cautious optimism, but companies are growing skeptical about hyped-up promises—Companies using AI are moving beyond FOMO to ROI—and other lessons from Fortune Brainstorm AI. Read More [Category: Artificial Intelligence]
- + Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO murderer Luigi Mangione refused extradition to New York, court spokesperson confirms—He was arrested yesterday in Altoona, Pa., ending a weeklong manhunt across the Northeast. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Rupert Murdoch’s children started ‘secretly discussing’ the future of his empire after seeing a ‘Succession’ episode—The plans were “intended to help avoid a real-life repeat” of the hit HBO show. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Hope for Parkinson’s disease symptoms is found in late-stage drug study—Tavapadon aims to treat Parkinson’s motor symptoms by mimicking dopamine in a once-a-day oral dose. Read More [Category: Health]
- + McDonald’s where suspected CEO shooter was caught gets flooded with negative reviews online—The Altoona McDonald’s where the suspected CEO shooter was caught gets review-bombed: “More like Narc-donalds,” said one critic. Read More [Categor...
- + Elon and Vivek have ‘talked about having a naughty list and a nice list for members of Congress’—Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy delivered a warning to Republicans who don't go along with their plans to slash spending. Read More [Category: ...
- + Luigi Mangione was found with a 3D-printed ‘ghost gun’ as authorities and the Supreme Court rush to regulate the untraceable weapons anyone can make—Ghost guns have increasingly turned up at crime scenes around the U.S. in recent years. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + AI robotics will take on human labor so humans can ‘engage their brains better,’ former Amazon exec says—The former Amazon executive-turned start-up founder spoke during Fortune’s Brainstorm AI summit in San Francisco. Read More [Category: Artificial Int...
- + It’s not just about cholesterol. 1 in 5 have high levels of this artery-clogging substance that can lead to heart disease—It’s not only cholesterol that’s worrisome: Elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Read More [Category: Hea...
- + Startup that went viral for ‘firing stressed employees’ claims it was stunt gone wrong—now they’re offering massages and spa sessions to staff—An Indian company says an email informing staff that admitted to burnout had been fired was in reality part of an elaborate ruse to raise awareness ov...
- + Future 50 execs say they’re focusing on investing in AI and remote work—Execs discussed how they're becoming agile and advancing tech during a virtual conversation hosted by Fortune and Workday. Read More [Category: Busin...
- + This Amazon S-team exec shares her secret to rising the ranks at the unique tech giant—Colleen Aubrey is building AWS's first true enterprise applications business. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tokyo’s making a huge bet on the 4-day workweek and it’s about more than just flexible scheduling—“We will continue to review work styles flexibly to ensure that women do not have to sacrifice their careers due to life events such as childbirth or ...
- + Alaska Airlines plans Asia, Europe flights in global reinvention—Alaska Air Group, the owner of its namesake carrier and Hawaiian Airlines, is planning a global expansion starting with its first-ever flights from it...
- + Inflection’s CEO talks about rebuilding a startup, AI ‘in dialogue with the planet,’ and working with Trump—Sean White was tapped by Reid Hoffman earlier this year to take over as CEO of Inflection, after co-founders and most of the staff were hired by Micro...
- + Ackman foundation’s X stake lost more than half its value in ’23—The billionaire’s Pershing Square Foundation owned a stake in X Holdings I valued at $4.3 million at the end of 2023, down from $10 million a year ear...
- + How strength training startup Ladder plans to more than double users of its app in a year—The startup has accused Peloton of making a copycat product to try to compete in the space. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Apple hit with another lawsuit over iCloud-scanning u-turn—It's the second suit over Apple's decision not to scan everyone's iCloud photos for CSAM. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + A painful spinal surgery upended suspect Luigi Mangione’s life prior to arrest for UnitedHealthcare shooting—“His spine was kind of misaligned. He said his lower vertebrae were almost like a half-inch off, and I think it pinched a nerve,” a friend of the susp...
- + End of Trump tax cuts would see 62% pay more—how Congress may respond—From lower federal rates to the cap on state and local property tax deductions, there is much at stake. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + AI boom means Europe’s universities are becoming the new Harvard and Stanford for finding tech talent—Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch’s Parisian alma mater is a breeding ground for France’s $2.3 billion AI talent boom. Read More [Category: Business]
- + New Mexico now brings in more from oil income investments than personal income tax revenue—Efforts by New Mexico to save and invest portions of a financial windfall from local oil production are paying off. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Russia has disciplined 30,000 soldiers for corruption this year as bribery threatens to undermine Putin’s war economy—Russia has fired hundreds of soldiers for a "loss of trust" as country's economy wanes from drawn out battle in Ukraine. Read More [Category: Economy...
- + Biden approves minimum oil lease sale required by law in Alaska’s Arctic refuge—The sale will include a fraction of the land total that was available for bidding roughly four years ago in a sale held during the Trump administratio...
- + Help Fortune find Europe’s Most Innovative Companies 2025—Fortune is partnering with market research and data company Statista to look for Europe's Most Innovative Companies, and you can help with the search....
- + Nvidia slapped with a Chinese antitrust probe as Beijing collects ‘bargaining chips’ ahead of Trump’s return—An analyst from the consultancy firm Trivium China thinks Beijing is preparing for some tough negotiations ahead. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Boeing lays off another 900 in Washington and California as part of 17,000 announced cuts—Boeing, based in Arlington, Virginia, has been in financial trouble since two crashes of its 737 Max jetliner killed 346 people in 2018 and 2019. Re...
- + Stellantis teams up with China’s CATL to build a $4.3 billion EV factory in Spain—Europe’s second-biggest vehicle producer—They aim to start production by the end of 2026 at the site in the northern city of Zaragoza. Read More [Category: World]
- + Pitching investors is like the NFL draft says Colin Kaepernick—’it only takes one’—At Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference, the former 49ers quarterback said that startup founders will often hear “no”—but need to keep looking for the i...
- + Pitching investors is like the NFL draft says Colin Kaepernick — ‘it only takes one’—At Fortune's Brainstorm AI conference, the former 49ers QB said that startups founders will often hear "no"—but need to keep looking for the investor ...
- + Microsoft’s biz dev boss on the big bets that could define the future of AI—Microsoft’s Christopher Young shares how AI is taking shape in areas like embodied tech, sustainable data centers, and venture bets on cybersecurity, ...
- + Brain drain in Italy: Young talent are fleeing the country due to low pay and lack of recognition—While migration has become a hot-button issue, for every young foreigner who comes to settle in Italy, nearly nine young Italians leave. Read More [C...
- + New York prosecutors charge Luigi Mangione, 26, with UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder—Manhattan prosecutors filed murder and other charges against Mangione, according to an online court docket. Read More [Category: Business]
- + China makeup mogul becomes billionaire on hot Hong Kong debut—Mao Geping, founder of Mao Geping Cosmetics, became a billionaire as his beauty company soared as much as 87% after beginning trading in Hong Kong. R...
- + Boeing whistleblower claims ‘thousands’ of broken parts, including crucial steering tools, ended up on airplanes—Boeing denied the allegations and said it investigated quality investigator Sam Mohawk’s claims and found no evidence of missing defective parts on it...
- + Healthcare executives are banking on AI to unburden doctors, make processes smoother, and save time—At Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference, CVS’s Tilak Mandadi said, “anything we’re doing with AI that makes our care and clinical professionals’ jobs ea...
- + Visa’s head of tech wants AI companies to focus less on pitch decks and more on code—Rajat Taneja, president of technology at Visa, and Pegah Ebrahimi of FPV Ventures, discussed the future of AI and finance at Fortune's Brainstorm AI c...
- + TikTok, Instagram, and others could be forced to add mental health warning labels in California—State officials haven't provided details on the bill, but Bonta said the warning labels could pop up once weekly. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Stability AI’s new CEO, hired six months ago, says business growing by ‘triple digits’ and no more debt—Prem Akkaraju discussed the turnaround he's led at Stability AI as CEO in an interview at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI event in San Francisco. Read More [...
- + Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter, faces charges for firearms, forgery, and records tampering—Police say Mangione grew quiet and “started to shake” when they asked if he had been to New York recently. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Rupert Murdoch’s bid to ensure son Lachlan controls media empire is rejected as ‘carefully crafted charade’—"The effort was an attempt to stack the deck in Lachlan Murdoch's favor after Rupert Murdoch's passing so that his succession would be immutable." Re...
- + Amazon’s top AI exec says industry concerns that LLMs have ‘hit a wall’ are overblown. Says Jeff Bezos ‘very involved’ in AI efforts—Speaking at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference in San Francisco, Amazon SVP and head of Artificial General Intelligence Rohit Prasad dismissed concern...
- + Amazon’s top AI exec says industry concerns that LLMs hit a ‘wall’ are overblown, says Jeff Bezos ‘very involved’ in AI efforts—Speaking at Fortune's Brainstorm AI conference in San Francisco, Amazon SVP and head of Artificial General Intelligence Rohit Prasad dismissed concern...
- + The man held in connection with the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing gave the Unabomber’s manifesto a 4-star review—"While these actions tend to be characterized as those of a crazy luddite, however, they are more accurately seen as those of an extreme political rev...
- + McKinsey exec warns banks to avoid ‘thousand flowers bloom’ approach to AI—The consulting firm to governments and big businesses has been helping banks implement artificial intelligence solutions for two years, and today publ...
- + Elon Musk is wowed by Google’s new quantum chip, which it claims ‘cracks a key challenge’ that’s existed for almost 3 decades—Google claims Willow can solve puzzles that would take regular computers longer than the age of the universe to figure out. Read More [Category: Tech...
- + Trump’s cozy relationship with billionaire mega donor Jeff Yass could be key in helping TikTok avoid a U.S. ban—Trump now backs TikTok, likely thanks in part to Jeff Yass. But does that change the app’s fate? Read More [Category: Business]
- + ‘Person of interest’ in shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO reportedly carrying ‘manifesto’ critical of insurance profits—The man was arrested in Pennsylvania after being identified by a McDonald’s employee. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Steve Jobs taught Gap’s former CEO that micromanaging can be a good thing—“I’m proud to be a micromanager for what a customer sees, feels, and hears,” Mickey Drexler said. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Suspect arrested in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing went to an Ivy League school, and police say he showed ‘ill will toward corporate America’—Luigi Mangione was arrested Monday in Pennsylvania. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Suspected arrested in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing went to an Ivy League school and police say he showed ‘ill will toward corporate America’—Luigi Mangione was arrested Monday in Pennsylvania. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Employees are keeping a secret from bosses: 41% admit to working side hustles during their 9-5 jobs—With nearly 90% of U.S. job seekers working side hustles, the lines between day jobs and passion projects are blurring fast. Read More [Category: Lif...
- + Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says Trump’s idea to create a national Bitcoin reserve is ’crazy’—President-elect Trump proposed creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve, in part to beat out China. Read More [Category: Business]
- + NYC marketing titans behind ‘Got Milk’ and ‘Think Different’ merge to form $30 billion agency that aims to influence everything you buy—The stock-for-stock deal will create the largest ad agency in the world with combined annual revenue of almost $26 billion. Read More [Category: Reta...
- + TikTok asks federal courts to stop impending ban until the Supreme Court can review—In their legal filing on Monday, attorneys for the two companies wrote that even if a shutdown lasted one month, it would cause TikTok to lose about a...
- + Tragic death of a 34-year-old Disney influencer raises the alarm about dangers of living with food allergies—Dominique Brown died after suffering a “medical emergency,” according to an official statement from event host and pop-culture retail company BoxLunch...
- + Taco Bell tests a beverage-focused restaurant called Live Más Café—First one just opened in San Diego. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Fear of Trump tariffs is causing Americans to stockpile toilet paper, medicine, and food before prices rise—Toilet paper is at the top of the shopping list with 77% saying they are stocking up on it, according to a recent survey from CreditCards.com. Read M...
- + Fear of Trump tariffs is causing Americans to buy now before prices rise—and they’re stockpiling toilet paper, medicine, and food—Toilet paper is at the top of the shopping list with 77% saying they are stocking up on it, according to a recent survey from CreditCards.com. Read M...
- + Leaked video shows UnitedHealth CEO defending practices that prevent ‘unnecessary’ care—CEO Andrew Witty said his management team was acting in the interest of all stakeholders by staving off an implied worst-case scenario of systemic hea...
- + Leaked video shows UnitedHealth CEO defending practices that prevent ‘unnecessary’ care—CEO Andrew Witty said his management team was acting in the interest of all stakeholders by staving off an implied worst-case scenario of systemic hea...
- + Exclusive: Dave Clark hires Amazon chief scientist and other former execs for his AI supply-chain startup—The startup Auger raised $100 million in the fall. Now it’s got a founding executive team packed with Amazon veterans. Read More [Category: Technolo...
- + Exclusive: Dave Clark hires Amazon chief scientist and other former execs for his AI supply chain startup—The startup Auger raised $100 million in the fall. Now it's got a founding exec team packed with Amazon veterans. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Crude awakening as BP slashes renewables investment, doubling down on oil and gas—BP will "significantly reduce" its plan to invest $10 billion in offshore wind, instead budgeting just $3.25 billion. Read More [Category: Environmen...
- + Ilya Sutskever hired him to create ChatGPT’s voice at OpenAI. Now, his startup aims to unlock AI’s emotional intelligence—Backed by $40 million from a16z, Alexis Conneau’s new startup Waveforms is taking his work on OpenAI's voice mode to the next level. Read More [Cate...
- + Ilya Sutskever hired him to create ChatGPT&#e2;Pcs voice at OpenAI. Now, his startup aims to unlock AI&#e2;Pcs emotional intelligence—Backed by $40 million from a16z, Alexis Conneau&#e2;Pcs new startup Waveforms is taking his work on OpenAI's voice mode to the next level....
- + Exclusive: Asahi Pompey almost left Goldman Sachs when she didn&#e2;Pct make partner. She stayed&#e2;P^and David Solomon asked her to join the management committee—Goldman's global head of corporate engagement and president of the Goldman Sachs Foundation will now have oversight of the $3 billion Urban Investment...
- + Tesla stock keeps soaring as Bank of America raises price target—Analysts have an unusual challenge in assessing how CEO Elon Musk&#e2;Pcs relationship with President-elect Donald Trump will impact Tesla...
- + The &#e2;PbGreat Stay&#e2;Pc is leaving employees feeling stuck as ‘pent-up resentment boils under the surface’—Workers are feeling stagnant in their roles and it could spell disaster for HR leaders. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump firm plans more towers in booming Saudi property market—The Trump Organization and luxury developer Dar Global plan to build two new luxury projects in Saudi Arabia in a bid to capitalize on the kingdom&...
- + China signals bolder stimulus for next year as Trump returns—President Xi Jinping&#e2;Pcs decision-making Politburo vowed to embrace a &#e2;P	c;moderately loose&#e2;P	d; m...
- + SEC’s climate disclosure rules may not survive under Trump, but many firms still likely to report risks—A former&#c2;&#a0;senior counsel for climate and ESG at the Securities and Exchange Commission weighs in.&#c2; Read More [Category: Bus...
- + As crypto comes roaring back, Khosla Ventures&#e2;Pc Keith Rabois is making a bet on Bitcoin lending—Lava has raised $10 million in funding led by Khosla and Founders. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting could accelerate emerging trend: Leaders who don’t want the corner office—The shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson could deter leaders from seeking the corner office. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Europe needs help. As France and Germany remain stuck in political paralysis, a power vacuum awaits President Trump—Where once there was the so-called French-German axis to push Europe ahead, now there’s a vacuum. Read More [Category: World]
- + Trump taps defense attorney from hush money case Alina Habba to serve as counselor to the president—Alina Habba, 40, defended Trump earlier this year, also serving as his legal spokesperson. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Lara Trump addresses Florida Senate seat speculation as she steps down as RNC co-chair—Elected as RNC co-chair in March, Lara Trump was a key player in the Republicans retaking the White House and control of the Senate while maintaining ...
- + The Onion’s bid to buy Infowars returns to Texas court as Alex Jones tries to stop sale—The Onion wants to turn Infowars' website and social media accounts into parodies. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Trump’s promises to shake up Washington are in a class of their own—“There’s been nothing like what Trump is suggesting to do," said Doug Brinkley, a presidential historian. "We’re talking about dismantling the federal...
- + BYD could near Honda and Ford in cars sold this year as EV giant looks set to surpass its 4 million sales target—BYD sold around 3.8 million cars in the first 11 months of 2024, a 40% year-on-year jump. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Merriam-Webster chooses ‘polarization’ as 2024 word of the year: ‘We are tending toward the extremes rather than toward the center’—The results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election rattled the country and sent shockwaves across the world — or were cause for celebration, depending...
- + ‘Moana 2’ cruises to $600 million globally as it notches another record weekend—The amount set a record gross for a movie on the weekend following Thanksgiving weekend, unseating “Frozen II.” Read More [Category: Entertainment]
- + Grateful Dead, Francis Ford Coppola, Arturo Sandoval, Bonnie Raitt and The Apollo awarded at Kennedy Center Honors—The choice to honor The Apollo was an unusual one: the first time the Kennedy Center has chosen to honor a specific performance venue. Read More [Cat...
- + Women are still struggling to make it into the C-suite in the U.K.—The U.K. isn’t alone—globally, only 6% of CEOs are women, with the level ranging from 3% in emerging markets to 8% in the U.S. and Europe. Read More...
- + Squid Game returns for a second season as creator decries South Korea’s ‘absurd circumstances’—Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk called on President Yoon Suk Yeol, who briefly imposed martial law last week, to either resign or face impeachment....
- + Eurostar is Europe’s worst-ranked rail operator, while Italy’s Trenitalia rides to the front—According to a report by Transport and Environment (T&E), all companies could improve their on-time performance. Read More [Category: World]
- + Jack Ma pushes AI drive in rare speech since Ant crackdown—"AI will bring changes far beyond the imagination, AI will bring on an even greater era," said Chinese billionaire Jack Ma during an Ant event on Sund...
- + Beats by Dre designer Robert Brunner’s advice for creatives trying to make themselves heard: ‘Go take the comedy class’—"Learn how to stand up in front of people to communicate thoughts and ideas”, Ammunition founder Robert Brunner said at Fortune Brainstorm Design. Re...
- + Generative AI can’t shake its reliability problem. Some say ‘neurosymbolic AI’ is the answer—Neurosymbolic AI could be a best-of-both-worlds marriage between deep learning and "good old-fashioned AI." Read More [Category: Artificial Intellige...
- + This was Bashar al-Assad’s mansion. Syrians are now helping themselves to its opulence after the ousted dictator fled to Russia—Crowds could be seen snatching clothes, plates and whatever belongings they could find including a Louis Vuitton cardboard shopping bag. Read More [C...
- + Who is Al-Jolani, the Syrian rebel who ended Assad’s rule?—Al-Jolani joined al-Qaeda in Iraq after the US invasion and was detained and jailed by the Americans there. Read More [Category: World]
- + Biden says US troops will remain in Syria to fight ISIS as Assad regime collapses—U.S. forces on Sunday conducted air strikes on Islamic State camps and operations in Syria, Biden said. Read More [Category: World]
- + ‘The mother of all bubbles’ in the U.S. is sucking money away from the rest of the world, market expert says—“Awe of ‘American exceptionalism’ in markets has now gone too far,” said Ruchir Sharma, chair of Rockefeller International. Read More [Category: Mark...
- + ‘The mother of all bubbles’ in the US is sucking money away from the rest of the world, market expert says—"Awe of 'American exceptionalism' in markets has now gone too far," said Ruchir Sharma, chair of Rockefeller International. Read More [Category: Mark...
- + ‘The mother of all bubbles’ in the US is sucking money away from the rest of the world, market expert says—"Awe of 'American exceptionalism' in markets has now gone too far," said Ruchir Sharma, chair of Rockefeller International. Read More [Category: Mark...
- + Trump says he’ll aim to pardon Jan. 6 defendants on ‘first day’—“I’m going to be acting very quickly,” Trump said on Meet the Press. “I’m going to look at everything. We’re going to look at individual cases.” Read...
- + Syrian rebels take over capital, as Russia says ousted leader Assad is in Moscow and given asylum—The end of Assad’s rule deals a major blow to Iran and its allies, already weakened by over a year of conflict with Israel. Read More [Category: Wor...
- + Monopoly money was found in a backpack believed to be worn by the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killer in what could be another cryptic message—The backpack, which was found in Central Park, contained a Tommy Hilfiger jacket and Monopoly money. But it didn't contain a gun. Read More [Categor...
- + Trump refuses to guarantee that his tariffs won’t result in Americans paying more—"I can’t guarantee anything," Trump said. "I can't guarantee tomorrow." Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Trump avoids guaranteeing that his tariffs won’t result in Americans paying more—"I can’t guarantee anything," Trump said. "I can't guarantee tomorrow." Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Trump says on NBC he has no plans to replace Powell as Fed chair—“I think if I told him to, he would,” Trump said on NBC’s Meet the Press. “But if I asked him to, he probably wouldn’t.” Read More [Category: Economy...
- + Police have amassed troves of evidence, but the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO remains an enigma—Police released additional photos of the suspected shooter that appeared to be from a camera mounted inside a taxi. Read More [Category: Health]
- + How to watch Week 14 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—The playoff picture begins to take shape. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Syrian rebels take over capital, ending Assad family’s 50-year rule as president flees country—The end of Assad’s rule deals a major blow to Iran and its allies, already weakened by over a year of conflict with Israel. Read More [Category: Wor...
- + Inside America’s longstanding financial literacy problem, which is contributing to trillions in student debt—’you have to teach the teachers’—Gen Z is the most financially illiterate generation, racking up trillions in debt—and experts are split on how to fix the problem Read More [Category...
- + Meet John Elkann, the enigmatic billionaire heir fighting to save Jeep parent Stellantis—To get a better idea of how 48-year-old John Elkann ticks, Fortune spoke to the author that chronicled his family's turbulent history. Read More [Ca...
- + How Peter Thiel’s network of right-wing techies is infiltrating Donald Trump’s White House—With David Sacks as “AI and Crypto Czar” and Elon Musk as co-head of DOGE, Thiel’s network has become closely tied to the new Trump administration. ...
- + The CEO of a state-run Russian banking giant admits the economy shows major signs of slowing—"We are now seeing significant signals of economic slowdown, particularly in housing construction and investment." Read More [Category: Economy]
- + New US weapons package for Ukraine brings total in the past week to $1.7 billion — ‘The baton will soon be passed’—“Others will decide the course ahead. And I hope that they will build on the strength that we have forged over the past four years.” Read More [Categ...
- + Syria’s Assad is under siege and is making overtures to US—Assad is ordering his army to fall back to defend Damascus, essentially ceding much of the country to insurgents. Read More [Category: World]
- + OPEC’s market power is ‘less than you would imagine’ and the US doesn’t need to get fussed over the cartel, State Dept. official says—U.S. oil production is expected to climb to 13.5 million barrels a day in 2025 from 13.2 million in 2024. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Trump says ‘world is going a little crazy right now’ as he meets with Macron and Zelenskyy—Macron's office said the Ukraine war, along with conflicts in the Mideast, would be discussed. Read More [Category: World]
- + SpaceX and Palantir now have bigger valuations than top aerospace-defense stocks as the military eyes transformation—SpaceX's valuation could climb to $350 billion from $210 billion, and Palantir has a market cap of $174 billion. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + OpenAI’s nightmare: What David Sacks as AI Czar (and Elon Musk as wingman) could mean for Sam Altman’s $157 billion startup—With David Sacks as AI Czar and Elon Musk in Trump’s inner circle, OpenAI may face challenges from two of its biggest critics. Read More [Category: ...
- + The gun that killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO may have been a ‘very unique weapon’—Police are looking into the possibility that the shooter used a veterinary pistol, NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told reporters on Friday. Re...
- + Chainalysis’s new CEO plans M&A as firm rides wave of growth—Levin says the blockchain forensic firm is enjoying mid 20% growth with customers in 100 countries. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + China resumed gold purchases last month after prices soared—China’s central bank expanded its gold reserves in November, ending a six-month pause in purchases. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Iran is poised to ‘quite dramatically’ increase stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, nuclear watchdog warns—“I think it is very concerning. They were preparing and they have all of these facilities sort of in abeyance and now they are activating that. So we ...
- + FBI offers $50,000 reward in hunt for the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO—Video of the suspected shooter leaving the scene of the shooting Wednesday showed him riding a bicycle to Central Park and later taking a taxi cab to ...
- + South Korea’s president avoids impeachment attempt after most ruling-party lawmakers boycott vote—Opposition parties could submit a new impeachment motion after a new parliamentary session opens next Wednesday. Read More [Category: World]
- + Tokyo is turning to a 4-day workweek in a desperate attempt to help Japan shed its unwanted title of ‘world’s oldest population’—Tokyo earlier this year introduced a government-sponsored dating app to help people find partners. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tokyo is turning to a 4-day work week in a desperate attempt to help Japan shed its unwanted title of ‘world’s oldest population’—Tokyo earlier this year introduced a government-sponsored dating app to help people find partners. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 5 symptoms men over 40 should never ignore—The repercussions of avoiding medical care become riskier—even potentially deadly—as men age. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Renault’s EV renaissance is looking backwards to take affordability forwards—By drawing on popular models of the past, has Renault found the secret recipe for electric cars that the masses want to buy? Read More [Category: Wor...
- + Copenhagen is vulnerable to water. This is how the city is taking on its biggest climate threat and serving as a model for others to follow—"The biggest challenge is that we don't have a manual," there are no tried and tested methods "of how to do this". Read More [Category: Environment]
- + The incredible health benefits of drinking enough water: New study highlights role in weight loss, migraines, and more—Researchers also found that adequate hydration can control diabetes, blood glucose levels, and low blood pressure. Read More [Category: Health]
- + The killing of a top health care executive has set the business world on edge as police search for answers—The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was gunned down early Wednesday morning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to contain and eventually eliminate the virus—Dairy farmers and processors across the U.S. have been reluctant to test animals or milk for the virus, fearing economic or other repercussions. Rea...
- + A judge who served in the military for over 20 years upholds use of race in Naval Academy admissions, citing national security—Judge Richard Bennett wrote that the school had “established a compelling national security interest in a diverse officer corps.” Read More [Category...
- + Security companies are getting slammed with calls after the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO —“We're getting calls from everybody.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + The gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO may have already left New York on a bus, as police search for backpack in Central Park—Once in New York, he appeared to pay with cash in any establishment where he was captured on camera. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Jeff Bezos says he prefers messy meetings that ‘wander’ and run overtime: ‘Show me the ugly bits’—Amazon founder Jeff Bezos described his preferred meeting style to generate creative ideas and foster collaboration. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Jeff Bezos says he prefers messy meetings that ‘wander’ and run over time: ‘Show me the ugly bits’—Amazon founder Jeff Bezos described his preferred meeting style to generate creative ideas and foster collaboration. Read More [Category: Business]
- + NYPD received hundreds of tips about the backpack worn by the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare’s Brian Thompson. The brand’s CEO said he’d do ‘whatever is possible’ to help—Peak Design CEO Peter Dering said the gunman likely purchased the bag identified in photos between 2016 and 2019. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Michael Phelps does these 5 things every day to be his ‘best self’—The Olympian dedicates most of his retirement to mental health advocacy—and keeping his own mental wellness in check. Read More [Category: Health]
- + A band of billionaires assembles for Trump 2.0. Here’s who is on board so far—President-elect Donald Trump has tapped a number of billionaires for his cabinet and administration, such as Howard Lutnick, Jared Isaacman, and none ...
- + A band of billionaires assembles for Trump 2.0. Here’s who is onboard so far—President-elect Donald Trump has tapped a number of billionaires for his cabinet and administration, such as Howard Lutnick, Jared Isaacman, and none ...
- + UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance companies pull company and board leadership bios from their websites after executive’s killing—Pictures and commentary about executives can no longer be found on company websites. Read More [Category: Business]
- + In 2025, every crisis is instant and public—and trust evaporates in just 2 hours—In the 2-hour digital day, leadership means acting decisively, making swift decisions, and turning challenges into opportunities. Read More [Category...
- + Here’s how the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO will change executive security moving forward—Executives are nervous and preparing for the worst. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Starbucks’ new CEO Brian Niccol wants you to get a brewed coffee in ‘less than 30 seconds’—Coffee chain customers have recently complained about 30-minute-plus wait times. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Why the U.S.-India partnership is the most consequential relationship in the world—With a 7% growth rate, India is the 5th-largest economy, on track to become the 3rd-largest, and potentially the largest by the end of the century. ...
- + Elon Musk is planning a rude awakening for 94% of federal workers by monitoring their every move—Trump’s co-heads of the new Department of Government Efficiency—Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy—are targeting remote work. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Taylor Swift’s French-made private jet took 98 flights this year—The pop star's jet used roughly 80,000 gallons of fuel, according to an aviation tracker. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Analyst blasts GameStop after meme stock surges on obscure Roaring Kitty post—Keith Gill mews. GameStop stock spikes. Wall Street scowls. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Can I speak to the owner? At Ministry of Supply, the answer is yes —Making a direct human connection with customers builds trust for the apparel brand, says cofounder and CEO Aman Advani. Read More [Category: Busine...
- + Accused JPMorgan swindler Charlie Javice persuades judge to remove her ankle bracelet—Javice, whose trial begins in February, said the bracelet caused physical pain. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Why more CEOs should follow the chief of Kohl’s lead and own up to their screwups—For CEOs “I was wrong” are often the three hardest words to say. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Bitcoin is now worth more than silver and Saudi Arabia’s oil company—and is closing in on Google—The original cryptocurrency broke $100,000 for the first time on Wednesday. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + The European Space Agency committed to zero space junk. Swiss startup ClearSpace is already on it—European pioneers are working on a cleaner cosmic future—before collisions mount. Read More [Category: Outer Space]
- + Taking stock as Taylor Swift’s Eras tour ends, after likely grossed some $2 billion—Swift will take her final Eras Tour bow in Vancouver this weekend. Read More [Category: Business]
- + China’s rapid rollout of EVs has a downside: The cars all look the same—"You don’t really have a lot of time to actually come up with all new ideas,” said BAIC chief design officer Anthony Lo, previously of Ford and Renaul...
- + The case for a strategic Bitcoin reserve—A Bitcoin reserve could both reduce the national debt and thwart attempts by U.S. rivals to create a competing currency. Read More [Category: Cryptoc...
- + Dr. Oz turbocharges Medicare Advantage and everyone monitors their glucose: 10 health care predictions for 2025 from top investors—Although Trump is entering the White House with an electoral mandate, he will not spend any political capital on health care legislation. Read More [...
- + Here’s how to prepare your managers for a new wave of pay transparency laws—New state regulations and an upcoming EU law will require HR teams to educate managers on how to handle employee questions about pay. Read More [Cate...
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- + Airbus is slashing 2,000 jobs as Europe’s space industry struggles to keep up with Elon Musk’s SpaceX—Airbus and other European manufacturers can't compete on price with SpaceX's satellites. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Warren Buffett used to gift his family $10,000 every Christmas—until he noticed they were spending it too fast—“As soon as we got home, we’d spend it, whoo!” Buffett’s former daughter-in-law said. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Retail giant Boohoo’s ex-CEO reportedly quit after being stalked and spied on, underscoring growing fears over executives’ security—Boohoo executives reportedly faced stalking and “corporate espionage,” highlighting the need for security for high-profile corporate bosses. Read Mo...
- + Exclusive: Prima, Mexico-based manufacturing and supply chain integrator, reveals it has raised $42.5 million—Prima raised $23 million in new Series A backing earlier this year, a few months before Donald Trump’s election victory. Read More [Category: Market...
- + Trump taps Sacks as AI and crypto czar, Slater as chief antitrust enforcer—The president-elect is, shall we say, all in. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + All Trump’s picks for cabinet and White House positions in his upcoming administration—Some of his choices could face difficult confirmation fights in the Senate, even with Republicans in control, Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Bitcoin hit the $100k mark: Could it keep climbing?—Bitcoin surpassing the coveted $100,000 mark has left much of the crypto world buzzing. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO has security teams at Apple, Meta and others on alert for stalkers who threaten their CEOs—The fatal shooting of Brian Thompson has put a spotlight on the approaches companies use to protect their leaders. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Billionaires’ wealth has more than doubled to $14 trillion in just one decade, according to UBS—The 10th edition of UBS's annual Billionaire Ambitions report, which tracks the wealth of the world's richest people, found that billionaires have com...
- + The Vodafone-Three merger could be the key to address the U.K.’s 5G connectivity challenges—The approval of the merger in the U.K. has secured a pledge from the mobile operators to invest billions of pounds in 5G connectivity. Read More [Cat...
- + How to make the most of AI for your organizational learning—Companies that are 'augmented learners' become better at integrating AI, at navigating future technological advancements, and at managing uncertainty....
- + Trump chooses former Senator David Perdue as his China ambassador ahead of a likely renewed trade war with Beijing—Trump said in a social media post that Perdue “brings valuable expertise to help build our relationship with China.” Read More [Category: Politics]
- + How China’s critical minerals could become a tipping point in its trade conflict with the U.S.—China has banned exports to the United States of gallium, germanium and antimony—critical minerals needed to make advanced semiconductors. Read More ...
- + Korean coup movie hits No. 1 on Netflix after martial law chaos—2023 film 12.12: The Day has been the No. 1 Korean film on Netflix since President Yoon Suk Yeol tried imposing martial law. Read More [Category: Tec...
- + New clues emerge in hunt for gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson—The words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” were found emblazoned on the ammunition, echoing a phrase used by insurance industry critics. Read More [Cate...
- + How Corning is ushering in the AI revolution—Under CEO Wendell Weeks, the company's next-generation fiber optic cables are powering data centers for tech giants like Microsoft. Read More [Catego...
- + Data activist Renée Cummings says there’s an important question to ask when making responsible AI: ‘Where did this data come from?’—“Sometimes we’re using...data that’s actually missing critical pieces of the stories that need to be told," Cummings said at Fortune Brainstorm Design...
- + Emotions, grand visuals, and a ‘logical story’: One of Universal’s designers on how he makes theme parks so memorable—Bob Dennis, a senior director at Universal's new Beijing resort, noted how emotions—even ones like anger and disgust—can build an immersive experience...
- + Chipotle admits to raising prices—the same day a top analyst spotted a protein price hike at 20% of its stores—The fast-casual Mexican chain has taken some heat for its inconsistent portion sizes, but analysts see better days ahead for Chipotle. Read More [Ca...
- + Russia is speeding into a demographic crisis with a 25-year-low birth rate as the Ukraine war rages on—Russia has had similar troughs in its demographics during World War II and after the fall of the Soviet Union—but things are different this time. Re...
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- + Trump names David Sacks as White House AI and crypto czar—In Sacks, Trump is tapping one of his most prominent Silicon Valley supporters and fundraisers for a prime position in his administration Read More [...
- + How to watch the NFL’s Thursday Night Football Week 14 of the 2024-2025 season live online for free—and without cable—Detroit looks to extend its divisional dominance. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + What does Medicare Part A cover? Here’s everything you need to know about its benefits and costs—Medicare Part A helps cover hospital stays, and sometimes covers skilled facility care, home health care and hospice care. Read More [Category: Healt...
- + Roaring Kitty sparks meme rally with post of Time’s ‘You’ cover—The meme-style rally comes amid rising signs of excess in US financial markets. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + OpenAI just added a new Pro subscription for ChatGPT that’s said to provide better and faster results—The new ChatGPT Pro option will cost $200 a month and offer access to an expanded version of o1, its reasoning model. Read More [Category: Technology...
- + Ken Griffin says crypto is exploding right now because more people want to have ‘agency’ in their lives—“Of course, I wish I bought something that trades at 100 times the price it traded at a few years ago,” Griffin said. Read More [Category: Cryptocurr...
- + Slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s tenure was marked by rocketing profits—and accusations of insider trading and coverage denial—Following Thompson’s death, social media erupted with grievances about the health care giant and private insurers in the U.S. Read More [Category: U....
- + Slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s tenure was marked by rocketing profits—and myriad accusations of insider trading and coverage denial—Following Thompson’s death, social media erupted with grievances about the health care giant and private insurers in the U.S. Read More [Category: U....
- + Protecting a billionaire CEO costs millions. Here’s how the world’s biggest companies measure up—In the aftermath of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing, security is top of mind for major companies. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Amazon says developers spend ‘just one hour per day’ on actual coding—The company announced Amazon Q Developer, an AI tool designed to eliminate some of developers’ more tedious tasks. Read More [Category: Technology]
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- + Dollar Tree warns tariffs might force it to increase prices—and stop selling some products entirely—"We are prepared to act on multiple fronts,” said chief operating officer Mike Creedon. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Designers need to learn how to talk like executives, says UnitedHealth Group&#e2;Pcs former chief design officer—CEOs often &#e2;P	c;think of [designers] as black-turtleneck-wearing creative people that make stuff pretty,&#e2;P	d; Dan ...
- + Designers need to learn how to talk like executives, says UnitedHealth Group’s former chief design officer—CEOs often "think of [designers] as black turtleneck-wearing creative people that make stuff pretty," Dan Makoski said at Fortune's Brainstorm Design ...
- + Waymo, formerly Google’s self-driving car project, is coming to Miami—and you’ll be able to ride in a driverless Jaguar—Testing begins next year. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + The bullet casings used to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson reportedly had a secret message written on them—It's apparently a reference to a book about why insurance companies don't pay out claims—and what you can do about it. Read More [Category: Lifestyle...
- + The real story of how the Ford family and Ford Foundation ended their decades-long estrangement—In 1976, Henry II famously resigned from the Ford Foundation’s board of directors. Read More [Category: Business]
- + ‘Targeted attack’ on UnitedHealthcare CEO ushers in a grim new era for executive safety fears —The health care business leader was gunned down yesterday in Manhattan. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume reportedly booed by workers after telling them he didn’t live in a ‘fantasy world’—Volkswagen boss Blume was reportedly booed as he spoke about growing up in Wolfsburg, the city of Volkswagen's biggest factory. Read More [Category:...
- + Jeff Bezos wants to be judged by how rich he’s made others — ‘I’ve created something like $2.1 trillion of wealth for other people’—Bezos would prefer to be on lists that rank entrepreneurs by their contribution to society, not their personal fortune alone. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Jeff Bezos wants to be judged by how rich he’s made investors—‘I’ve created something like $2.1 trillion of wealth for other people’—Bezos would prefer to be on lists that rank entrepreneurs by their contribution to society, not their personal fortune alone. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Exclusive: A wave of new pay transparency regulations is coming and 75% of US employers are unprepared—New directives may change how companies analyze how pay equity gaps are measured and reported. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Harry Potter replica swords sold in Japan theme park recalled for being too authentic—Japanese media reported that investigators considered the toy sharp-edged enough to constitute a possible violation of the country's sword and firearm...
- + What happens when a business city like Hong Kong locks up a businessman like my friend Jimmy Lai—For years Hong Kong rivaled London and New York as a global financial center. No more. Global financial centers don’t have political prisoners. Read ...
- + Robinhood on the prowl for more M&A activity, says CFO—The financial services company hosted its first investor day and profitable growth was on the agenda. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Exclusive: Sage, senior living operating system, raises $35 million Series B led by IVP—Sage has raised a $35 million Series B, led by IVP, Fortune can exclusively report. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Donald Trump keeps baiting the Fed—but Jerome Powell’s not biting: ‘I’m going to disappoint you’—"We're supposed to achieve maximum employment and price stability for the benefit of all Americans and keep out of politics completely," Powell said. ...
- + Exclusive: $12 billion liquor giant Pernod Ricard inks MLS sponsorship for Jameson whiskey brand—Major League Soccer is coming off a record year that saw all-time highs in attendance and sponsorship revenue. Read More [Category: Business]
- + South Korean president’s possible impeachment comes after a rollercoaster of scandals and disaster—The opposition have filed a motion to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol, 63, who has since gone to ground, and on Thursday his political survival was hanging by a...
- + Amazon’s new AI cloud strategy feels strangely familiar—It could help quiet critics who argue Amazon is playing catch-up in the AI wars. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Just one alcoholic drink a day can increase your risk of cancer. But most Americans don’t know the dangers, new survey says—One in five U.S. adults thinks alcohol has “no effect” on their risk of developing the deadly disease. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Shell and Norway’s Equinor plan to form U.K.’s largest oil and gas venture—The joint venture is expected to produce more than 140,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2025. Read More [Category: World]
- + Michel Barnier: The shortest-serving French Prime Minister who lasted just 91 days—Brought in by President Emmanuel Macron in September, Barnier often said that knowing how "to keep one's cool" was essential to managing the thorny ta...
- + What’s good for China has been very bad for General Motors—Once a linchpin of GM’s global strategy, the company’s China business is in free fall. Read More [Category: Business]
- + GivingTuesday estimates $3.6 billion was donated to nonprofits this year, up $500 million from 2023—GivingTuesday has become a major day for nonprofits to fundraise since the 92nd St Y in New York started it as a hashtag in 2012. Read More [Category...
- + A CEO is murdered, and the questions begin—UnitedHealth's Brian Thompson received death threats but apparently had no security detail at the time he was shot. Read More [Category: Business]
- + American democracy is soul-searching. An AI-era version of the Federalist Papers may be the answer—If left unchecked, there’s a chance AI would change how we govern in ways the Founding Fathers might have found abhorrent. Read More [Category: Artif...
- + Data center boom is driving some residents out of their lifelong communities—The sprawling, windowless warehouses are increasingly becoming fixtures of the American landscape, popping up in towns, cities and suburbs across the ...
- + White House says at least 8 U.S. telecom firms and dozens of countries were hit by China hacking campaign—The U.S. believes that the hackers were able to gain access to communications of senior U.S. government officials and prominent political figures thro...
- + Senators grill airline executives about fees for seats and checked bags: ‘We’re all captives on your airplanes at a certain point’—Sen. Richard Blumenthal said he thinks the federal government should review and perhaps fine the airlines for their use of what he called junk fees. ...
- + How the 173-year-old glass-maker behind Edison’s light bulb and iPhone screens became a Silicon Valley darling—CEO Wendell Weeks talks about Corning Inc.’s innovations—ranging from Edison’s lightbulb to the face of your smartphone—and how its fiber-optic cables...
- + Meta will build a $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana—and Elon Musk is also expanding his own Tennessee AI facility—The largest artificial intelligence data center ever built by Facebook’s parent company Meta is coming to northeast Louisiana. Read More [Category: A...
- + Job seekers are using tricks like the ‘white font’ hack to outsmart AI gatekeepers—but their tactics may backfire—The so-called “white-font” hack and other workarounds have been called into question by HR leaders Read More [Category: Business]
- + Job seekers are using application tricks to outsmart AI gatekeepers—but their workaround may be backfiring—The so-called “white-font” hack and other workarounds have been called into question by HR leaders Read More [Category: Business]
- + Telegram plans child abuse crackdown following Pavel Durov’s arrest in Paris—Telegram has teamed up with U.K. charity the Internet Watch Foundation to "detect, disrupt, remove and block child sexual abuse imagery". Read More [...
- + Bitcoin just hit $100,000, but how did it get there?—The cryptocurrency has had a wild decade-long journey to its new high. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Bitcoin just hit $100,000, but how did it get here?—The cryptocurrency has had a wild decade-long journey to its new high. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Billionaires plan to invest in three areas in 2025 to get even richer—Nearly 3,000 billionaires provided insights into how they'll be investing over the next 12. months. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Next DOGE appointment Jeff Bezos? Billionaire Amazon founder ‘super optimistic’ about deregulation under Trump—“He seems to have a lot of energy around reducing regulation. And my point of view, if I can help him do that, I’m going to help him.” Read More [Cat...
- + China warns against ‘worship’ of chasing faster economic growth—“If we do not get rid of the ‘worship of speed’ mindset...we will be taking an overdraft from the future,” the official Xinhua News Agency wrote in a ...
- + Home Depot accused of faking Black Friday deals by masking original prices with holiday sale stickers showing the same cost—The retailer hasn’t responded, but the alleged “pricing shenanigans” are just the latest example of how some shoppers think Black Friday is a farce. ...
- + Europe’s billionaires—who pay their family office CEOs just $370,000 a year—are worried they can’t find the talent to manage their fortunes—Europe's ultra-wealthy need to find staff from outside the family as younger generations forge their own path. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Europe has caught a workplace absenteeism bug, turning one of the continent’s biggest advantages into a multi-billion euro strain—The factors driving sick leave culture differs depending on where you look, but are linked to mental health, welfare benefits, and cultural factors. ...
- + 64-year-old Simon Cowell, who doesn’t work Fridays, says he’s ‘not going to bet the house’ on Gen Zers who refuse to take calls over the weekend—64-year-old Cowell has quit Fridays, answering late emails, and his phone in search of a better work-life balance, but doesn't expect Gen Z to do the ...
- + Bitcoin soars above $103,00 in record-smashing run—The new all-time high coincided with appointment of a libertarian SEC Chair by President-elect Donald Trump. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Cities are still trying to figure things out post-pandemic—and that’s providing an opportunity for design firms like Gensler—Mixed-use neighborhoods, 20-minute cities, and an office you might actually want to work in—these are Gensler's 2025 predictions for design in 2025. ...
- + Exclusive: Fintech unicorn Stash laid off 40% of its workforce after CEO left—The company has had two major layoffs in 2024 and says it’s now cash flow positive. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Steve Jobs convinced Tim Cook that Apple would never go out of business—even though critics thought so—“When I came out to talk to Steve about working at Apple, it felt so alive and so different," Cook said. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Zepbound vs. Wegovy: New clinical trial says this weight-loss medication sheds more pounds—Amid the war on obesity, a clear winner has emerged in a battle between two weight-loss injectables. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Millions of Americans—especially Gen X—are dealing with psychiatric disorders associated with leaded gasoline exhaust, new study finds—A new study connects lead’s past use in gasoline to an increase in mental health disorders among Americans. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Salesforce’s ‘hard pivot’ to AI agents pays off with an 11% stock surge. But now the company must hustle to actually sell the product—Salesforce’s big bet on Agentforce has investors buzzing, but the clock is ticking on the company growing its revenue from AI products. Read More [Ca...
- + Amazon’s new AI cloud strategy is ripped straight from the e-commerce playbook that built a $2 trillion juggernaut—AWS is betting that an AI model marketplace with low prices and wide selection will be the key to success. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Amazon’s new AI cloud strategy is ripped straight from the ecommerce playbook that built a $2 trillion juggernaut—AWS is betting that an AI model marketplace with low prices and wide selection will be the key to success. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Abortion went first. Contraceptives could be next—unless men step up—For the first time in 70 years, new male contraceptives are succeeding. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Moody’s upgrades global banking sector for 2025, cautions against ‘growing protectionism’—The rating agency improved the bank sector status despite a number of risks. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Amazon’s new Nova models are part of its master plan to shine bright in AI—Amazon is betting that offering AI models of similar capability to others but at a lower price will be the key to winning marketshare Read More [Cate...
- + What is known so far about the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson—The suspected shooter was last seen in Central Park early this morning and he may have known New York well. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Trump picks former regulator and crypto booster Paul Atkins to lead Securities and Exchange Commission—Atkins is expected to emphasize free markets and lower penalties. Read More [Category: Regulators]
- + UBS stunned by mafia analogy at whistleblower pressure trial—“I don’t work in a mafia-style company,” Régis Turrini, chairman of the French branch of UBS Europe, said. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Romania’s controversial presidential front-runner is a Trump supporter and ‘open admirer of Vladimir Putin’—He has courted controversy for describing Romanian fascist and nationalist leaders from the 1930s and 1940s as national heroes. Read More [Category:...
- + The killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO follows years of mounting fear about executive safety—CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down early Wednesday morning in Manhattan. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO is a ‘wake-up call’ for company leaders, top security expert says—CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down early Wednesday morning in Manhattan. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Utah residents are exasperated after HOA plans to more than double monthly fees to $800: ‘There’s no way we’re ever going to be able to ever move out of here’—The homeowners association reportedly blamed rising costs of labor, supplies, and insurance. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Warren Buffett’s 2 secrets for hiring great leaders—“You have to have a clear vision,” Buffett told Fortune’s Susie Gharib at the Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting in 2015. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Influencers behind viral ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ phenomenon resurrect the defunct Enron brand and are using it to sell T-shirts—The original Enron collapsed 23 years ago. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Pickleball is so last year. An ‘endless’ surf pool is the standout feature at this private club where units start at $2.5M—"People today want to get out in the world and be active and wake up the next morning and feel good and be able to do it again." Read More [Category:...
- + This year’s Stanley cup could be a $4 Trader Joe’s bag—Reusable, limited-edition bag goes viral. Read More [Category: Business]
- + UnitedHealth Group investor day attendees in shock after killing of &#e2;Pbstand-up&#e2;Pc CEO Brian Thompson: &#e2;PbI&#e2;Pcve never met anyone who had anything bad to say about him&#e2;Pc—The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was gunned down early Wednesday morning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + UnitedHealth Group investor day attendees in shock after killing of ‘stand-up’ CEO Brian Thompson: ‘I’ve never met anyone who had anything bad to say about him’—The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was gunned down early Wednesday morning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + UnitedHealthcare investor day attendees in shock after killing of ‘stand up’ CEO Brian Thompson: ‘I’ve never met anyone who had anything bad to say about him’—The CEO of UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson was gunned down early Wednesday morning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + UnitedHealthcare investor day attendees in shock after killing of ‘stand up’ CEO Brian Thompson: ‘I’ve never met anyone who had anything bad to say about him’—The CEO of UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson was gunned down early Wednesday morning. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Gunman in fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is still on the loose after what police are calling a ‘brazen targeted attack’—Thompson was in New York for the company's investor day scheduled for Wednesday. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson fatally shot in Manhattan. Police say it was a targeted attack, and the gunman is still on the loose—Thompson was in New York for the company's investor day scheduled for Wednesday. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Tapestry’s CEO harnesses an ‘insatiable curiosity’ about customers to sell luxury brands—CEO Joanne Crevoiserat understands the role of affordable luxury in the lives of consumers. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Amazon commits $100 million to bridge inequalities in tech education—AWS is offering education nonprofits access to its suite of products to enhance access to learning in subjects like AI and cloud. Read More [Category...
- + These three Walmart executives are a powerful force inside America’s largest retailer—Senior merchant jobs can lead to bigger things at Walmart. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Most workers with disabilities are disclosing their status at work, but many are struggling with discrimination fears—Employees are more open about disclosing their disabilities, but they’re still scared to ask for what they need. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Lerer Hippeau-backed startup On Me wants to disrupt the $200 billion gift card duopoly—Founded by Google veterans, On Me is launching its digital-focused gift card product with $1.7 million in funding from Lerer Hippeau and Mastercard. ...
- + Mastercard-backed startup On Me wants to disrupt the $200 billion gift card duopoly—Founded by Google veterans, On Me is launching its digital-focused gift card product with $1.7 million in funding from Lerer Hippeau and Mastercard. ...
- + Poor performance at GM’s China joint ventures leads to $5 billion charge for automaker—GM for years has owned 50% of its joint venture with SAIC General Motors Corp. and has other joint ventures, including a finance arm. Read More [Cat...
- + Celsius Network founder pleads guilty to fraud charges over collapse of crypto lending platform—Alexander Mashinsky, 58, of Manhattan, entered the plea in New York federal court to commodities and securities fraud. Read More [Category: Companies...
- + Trump was joking when he said Canada could become the 51st state, Canadian minister says—Trump appeared to continue with the joke Tuesday, posting on Truth Social an AI-generated image of him standing on a mountain with a Canadian flag nex...
- + Super Micro needs a new CFO after an accounting scandal. Who should apply?—The company says an investigation finds no evidence of fraud. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Missouri judge to consider overturning state’s near-total abortion ban after voters back abortion-rights amendment—Missouri is one of five states where voters approved ballot measures this year to add the right to an abortion to their state constitutions. Read Mo...
- + CAT Labs, a startup fighting tech-enabled crime, raises $5.4 million seed round—CAT Labs has raised a $5.4 million seed round led by M13, the company exclusively told Fortune. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Bill Gates wants to help ‘make sense of the world around you’ this Christmas with his holiday reading list—The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist recommends four works of non-fiction largely grouped around technological progress and its impact on socie...
- + Peter Thiel-backed entrepreneur says DOGE should use AI to ‘refactor’ the U.S. legal system—AI can analyze court proceedings, legal filings, and administrative rulings to determine which statutes and regulations are never cited or applied. R...
- + Zuckerberg seeks ‘active role’ in Trump administration tech talks—Beats being a presidential punching bag. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Brian Moynihan has some advice for Elon Musk when it comes to running the DOGE—but it may not be the Tesla CEO’s style—“Can it be more efficient? There’s no question. You have to do it carefully so you don’t disrupt service,” Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said thi...
- + Brian Moynihan has some advice for Elon Musk when it comes to running DOGE—but it may not be the Tesla CEO’s style—"Can it be more efficient? There's no question. You have to do it carefully so you don't disrupt service," Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said thi...
- + Trump defense pick Pete Hegseth faces Senate scrutiny over sexual assault and workplace alcohol use allegations—Hegseth is running into questions amid a sexual assault allegation, which he has denied, and other emerging reports about his work conduct and history...
- + Former SmileDirectClub customers might be eligible for a refund from $4.8 million recovered from shuttered company—"We are putting money back into people’s pockets who were cheated." Read More [Category: Business]
- + The top jobs that pay $200,000+ require two things: Advanced degrees and in-person working, research shows—Companies are increasingly dropping degree requirements and letting workers dial in remotely—but these sorts of jobs won’t land you the big bucks. ...
- + Autodesk CEO: AI can help the U.S. fix its crumbling infrastructure before it’s too late—The U.S. simply does not have enough labor or materials needed to prepare its infrastructure for an uncertain future, writes Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagn...
- + Fortune Best Cities in Europe For Business 2024—Whether you're expanding your enterprise or seeking new investment opportunities, these 50 cities are poised to be the epicenters of growth and succes...
- + The lawyers who took on Tesla and Elon Musk wanted $5.6 billion for winning the case. In a lawsuit about excessive pay, ‘That was a bold ask,’ said the judge. —The fee would have been 17 times the size of the largest fee in Delaware history. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tony’s Chocolonely is one of the fastest growing chocolatiers. But its boss says selling chocolate isn’t the main goal—shaking up the cocoa industry is—Tony’s Chocolonely has set itself apart with tongue-in-cheek marketing stunts... But it shares some of the same pains as other chocolatiers. Read Mor...
- + Sails are making a triumphant comeback as cargo shipping looks to slash its huge carbon footprint with the power of wind—The shipping industry is turning to wind-assisted and pure-sail systems ahead of regulations that will force cargo ships to pay for their emissions. ...
- + The 4 ‘fatal flaws’ in Tesla’s bid to award Elon Musk $100 billion, according to the judge who dashed his pay—Defendants who lose at trial can’t just “hit reset” with a new stockholder vote, the chancellor concluded. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + BlackRock’s $12 billion purchase of HPS gives firm a bigger chunk of red-hot private credit market—BlackRock inks third big deal this year after scooping up GIP for $12.5 billion and Preqin for $3.2 bln. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Mehmet Oz endorsed products without noting financial ties, watchdog says—Oz regularly touted products from iHerb, a supplement company, in posts on X and other social media sites, without prominently noting his position as ...
- + South Korea’s president abandons martial law, opposition demands immediate resignation over ‘insurrection’—"I don't think South Korea's civil society can recognise Yoon as a legitimate president any longer," said Korea studies professor Vladimir Tikhonov. ...
- + These airlines saw the most delays and complaints in 2024—The worst performing airline in the world? That’s Tunisair, coming in last at No. 109. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Amazon unveils its Nova collection of AI models to compete with ChatGPT, Google, and Microsoft—Until now, Amazon's AI offerings through its AWS cloud service had largely been limited to providing access to models from other companies. Read More...
- + A new Enron website just popped up declaring the company is back and hiring. Former employees who ‘lost everything’ think it’s a ‘sick joke’—An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in American corpora...
- + A new Enron website just popped up declaring the disgraced company is back and hiring. Former employees who ‘lost everything’ think it’s a ‘sick joke’—An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in American corpora...
- + Walmart CEO shares lessons of drone delivery at Morgan Stanley gathering—The Fortune 500 veteran talked price segmentation at Morgan Stanley's largest retail event of the year. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Daylight savings could actually come to an end if Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s new government efficiency board has its way—In a series of social media posts over the last week, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO has strongly suggested that the Department of Government Efficiency, or...
- + Exclusive: Mark Zuckerberg publicly praises Meta’s Llama AI, but also uses rival GPT-4 to improve an internal AI coding tool—CEO Mark Zuckerberg has marketed Llama as a major contender in the AI model wars, saying it's soon to be “the most advanced in the industry.” Read Mo...
- + Intel considers outsiders for CEO, including Marvell’s head—Candidates also would include Stacy Smith, a former Intel executive who joined the company’s board this year. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Campbell CEO departs to join Washington Commanders as president—“The Washington Commanders role is a once-in-a-lifetime position that blends my passion for business and love of sports,” said Mark Clouse in a statem...
- + Major retailers vie for piece of holiday spending boom as gulf between industry’s winners and losers widens—Abercrombie & Fitch, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Urban Outfitters are among those projecting optimism about sales to close the year. Read More [Ca...
- + Pat Gelsinger lost out on massive $140 million performance bonus—but he’ll have earned at least $46 million for his four years as Intel’s CEO—When Intel hired Gelsinger in 2021 to revive the chipmaker's fortunes, he received a pay package that would have been worth as much as $206 million if...
- + Elon Musk’s budget-cutter-in-chief role for Trump is a ‘dangerous combination’ that risks creating conflicts of interest with his AI empire—Elon Musk's future role advising President Trump on budget cuts through the new DOGE agency is raising alarm bells. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Looking for love? Singles have a better chance in Seattle and Denver, according to an analysis of the best and worst cities for dating—If you're struggling to date, maybe it's time to move to one of these cities. Read More [Category: Lifestyle]
- + A current Apple employee is suing the company, alleging it spies on employees’ private lives through their personal devices—“For Apple’s employees, the Apple ecosystem is not a walled garden. It is a prison yard,” the lawsuit reads. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Americans aren’t living as long as other high-income countries for a surprising reason. 5 major initiatives could help—A new report from the Bloomberg American Health Initiative marks five key initiatives to curb the drop in U.S. life expectancy. Read More [Category:...
- + 25,000 strangers united to find a missing photographer after cryptic texts and a missed flight—now police say she chose to vanish—Kobayashi went missing after the budding photographer from Maui didn’t make a connecting flight to New York on Nov. 8 to travel for a new job and to v...
- + 40% of job seekers say they haven’t had a single job interview this year—“Applying for jobs feels like sending a resume into a black box.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + The Great Pause for hiring frustrates 3 in 4 weary job seekers: ‘Like throwing a resume into a black box’—Job seekers go a year without an interview, navigating a cold hiring market Read More [Category: Business]
- + Talks of Donald Trump Jr. joining the board of a little-known company minutes away from Mar-a-Lago just doubled its stock price—Trump Jr. could reportedly join the board as early as Tuesday. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Super Micro whistleblower doubles down on claim he was fired for complaining about accounting practices at the $20 billion tech giant—The company has denied allegations of improprieties and given its accounting a clean bill of health. Read More [Category: Business]
- + British chef appeals to Christmas spirit of thieves who stole 2,500 pies—Food was in the back of a stolen refrigerated van. Read More [Category: World]
- + The most influential people who died in 2024, from O.J. Simpson to Home Depot’s billionaire founder—We lost dozens of icons who shaped the world's politics, economy, and pop culture. Read More [Category: Lifestyle]
- + Pizza Hut takes a page from Little Caesars with ‘next-gen’ drive-thru locations—First location opens in Texas. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + South Korea’s president, describing opposition as ‘anti-state forces’, declares martial law—President Yoon Suk Yeol said the step was necessary to protect the country from "communist forces" amid parliamentary wrangling over a budget bill. R...
- + Dutch chip giant ASML forecasts Trump tariffs won’t have a ‘material impact’ on business in 2025—ASML's shares rallied by as much as 3.6% as it predicts demand for chip-making machines will remain robust in the coming years. Read More [Category: ...
- + Having a seat at the table changes everything at Best Workplaces for Parents—91% of parents at the Best Workplaces for Parents™ say the plan to stay at their companies long-term, compared to just 65% of parents at typical workp...
- + Pat Gelsinger abruptly exits Intel—The search is on for a permanent replacement…or maybe a buyer. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + China bans exports to U.S. of key high-tech materials in response to expanded American chip sanctions—China announced it is banning exports to the United States of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military a...
- + Elon Musk is ratcheting up his attacks on his old partner Sam Altman, calling him ‘Swindly Sam’ and OpenAI a ‘market-paralyzing gorgon’—Altman’s tense relationship with Musk could complicate his and his company's access to Trump’s administration. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Italy’s tax system is so out of whack that the wealthiest 7% benefit from lesser tax compared with its lowest earners—One way Italy’s wealthiest take advantage of the tax system is through generational wealth transfer, as inheritance tax is staggeringly low. Read Mor...
- + Italy’s tax system is so out of whack that the wealthiest 7% benefit from lesser tax compared to its lowest earners—One way Italy's wealthiest take advantage of the tax system is through generational wealth transfer as inheritance tax is staggeringly low. Read More...
- + Sam Altman backs Donald Trump to help America defeat China in AI race—Sam Altman has been vocal about the need for the U.S. to stay ahead of Chinese rivals in key technologies. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Jaguar boss defends rebrand amid ‘Miami Pink’ EV launch: ‘More people have been talking about Jaguar for the last two weeks than for so much longer’—"We want to be bold and disruptive... We're clearly in the conversation,” Jaguar's managing director Rawdon Glover said. Read More [Category: Busines...
- + Nomura cuts CEO pay after ex-worker charged with robbery—CEO Kentaro Okuda, who is also president of Nomura’s domestic securities unit, will return 30% of his salary for three months, the company said in a s...
- + The chief people officer of Yahoo explains why they don’t do performance reviews: ‘At the end of the day, we’re grownups’—“There’s this huge sense of anticipation that ends in deflation.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + The chief people officer of Yahoo explains why they don’t do performance reviews: ‘At the end of the day, we’re grown ups’—“There’s this huge sense of anticipation that ends in deflation.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + GM will sell its stake in Michigan EV battery factory it spent $1 billion on to South Korea’s LG Energy Solution—The company said it will rely on joint venture factories in Warren, Ohio, and Spring Hill, Tenn., to supply factories that make seven electric vehicle...
- + Hong Kong plans display of 2,500 giant panda sculptures to capitalize on local craze after birth of twin panda cubs—The cubs — whose birth in August made their mother Ying Ying the world’s oldest first-time panda mom — may meet visitors as early as February. Read M...
- + Gen X Ex-Google exec says he doesn’t record meetings: ‘If something is really important, I will remember’—The Italian-born chief exec of Crurated, Alfonso de Gaetano, spends 50% of his time traveling, works remotely and eats out 70% of the time. Read More...
- + Trump promises to block Nippon’s $14.9 billion bid for ‘the once great and powerful’ U.S. Steel—But Japan's Nippon Steel expects the deal to close before the end of the year, before Trump takes office. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Anti-tourist backlash in Europe causes cruise ships to change course—The world's biggest cruise trade body says it may move to protect passengers' safety amid a wave of overtourism protests. Read More [Category: Busine...
- + The mental health paradox: Amid the loneliness epidemic, most say they need alone time to feel better this holiday season—The Ohio State survey results belie the nation’s ongoing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Alaska Airlines website crashes as Cyber Monday sale kicks off, resulting in grounded flights—The problems came at the start of the company's Cyber Monday flight sale. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Elton John lost his vision from an eye infection. Here’s why that might happen—and how to prevent it—The musician has been struggling with vision loss ever since he developed an eye infection over the summer. Read More [Category: Health]
- + A new self-operating death pod promises a peaceful assisted suicide. But the first to die in it reportedly had mysterious neck injuries—A 64-year-old woman took her own life on September 23 inside the space-age looking Sarco capsule at a Swiss woodland retreat. Read More [Category: Te...
- + Musk record Tesla pay package rejected again by Delaware judge—The package was initially worth $2.6 billion and spiked to $56 billion by the time the judge canceled it. Read More [Category: Business]
- + AI and the future of cities—How AI can help urban planning (and how it can't). Read More [Category: Business]
- + Intel’s outgoing CEO is living every executive’s nightmare: A post-departure stock bump and no succession plan—Pat Gelsinger’s troubles at Intel show that boards would rather take big swings than hope for the best. Read More [Category: Business]
- + JPMorgan Traders’ math places S&P 500 near 6,300 by month’s end—Those reaching for a historical analogy to the current zeitgeist should look to the mid-1990s, according to JPMorgan’s Tyler. Read More [Category: Fi...
- + Bezos backs AI chipmaker vying with Nvidia at $2.6 billion value—Tenstorrent hopes to create a chip to try and break Nvidia’s stranglehold on the AI business. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Fed’s Waller says he’s leaning toward rate cut in December—Waller said recent data had raised concerns that inflation may be stalling above the 2% target. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Tech millionaire who spends $2 million a year to live forever says he packs ‘every calorie’ while traveling abroad—including to India for a week—Bryan Johnson is solely eating products from his company's longevity line while abroad. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Citadel defies commodities slump to rack up $4 billion in gains—Citadel’s commodities business generated about $4 billion of profit this year. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + It’s time to get to know deepfakes before they get to know you —Deepfakes are coming for your business. Are your employees prepared? Read More [Category: Business]
- + Ripple’s XRP soars over 40% as regulatory headwinds let up —The token has added over $120 billion to its market cap since the Nov. 5th election Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Medicare agents might not recommend the best plans this year as profits take priority—Curbing agents’ commissions may hurt beneficiaries. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Intel’s CEO had big plans for a turnaround. It failed, and now he’s gone—The company has missed out on the AI boom, and shares plunged more than 60% during Pat Gelsinger’s tenure. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Amid Gen Z’s love of cheaper, lab-grown diamonds, a natural diamond giant slashes prices —After holding out, De Beers cut prices by more than 10%, according to Bloomberg. Read More [Category: Business]
- + LinkedIn cofounder and Democratic mega-donor Reid Hoffman might leave the U.S. after Trump win—After bankrolling private litigation against Trump, Hoffman fears retribution from the president-elect. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + LinkedIn cofounder and Democratic mega-donor Reid Hoffman might leave the U.S. after Trump win—After bankrolling private litigation against Trump, Hoffman fears retribution from the president-elect. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + LinkedIn co-founder and Democratic mega-donor Reid Hoffman might leave the U.S. after Trump win—The tech entrepreneur fears retribution from the president-elect after he bankrolled private litigation against him. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + How Rich Eisen went from chasing cop cars to building his own Emmy-nominated sports broadcasting empire—The former ESPN commentator reflects on his career in sports journalism. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Notorious Credit Suisse bonds sped up Ken Leech’s alleged fraud—Investors in a risky pool of Credit Suisse bonds got crushed when Switzerland’s financial regulator ruled the notes were worthless in the wake of the ...
- + U.S. to announce a new $725 million arms package for Ukraine—The Biden administration is pressing ahead with arms for Ukraine amid uncertainty about how President-elect Donald Trump will handle US support for Ky...
- + US to announce a new $725 million arms package for Ukraine—The Biden administration is pressing ahead with arms for Ukraine amid uncertainty about how President-elect Donald Trump will handle US support for Ky...
- + 24-year-old Moana star Auli‘i Cravalho pays it forward to family: ‘I bought my mommy a house. She’s happily retired.’—Moana actress says her mom slept on the couch and made sacrifices for her growing up. She’s repaying her now. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 24-year-old Moana star Auliʻi Cravalho pays it forward to family: ‘I bought my mommy a house. She’s happily retired.’—Moana actress says her mom slept on the couch and made sacrifices for her growing up. She’s repaying her now. Read More [Category: Business]
- + VW sees about 66,000 workers walk out in standoff over cost cuts—VW’s shares fell about 1.9% early Monday before paring losses. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + A 17-year-old hockey player died during a charity game to honor another teenager who had died in a car crash—Connor Kasin lost consciousness during a game benefiting a foundation set up by the parents of 19-year-old Sabrina Navaretta. Read More [Category: Li...
- + If you buy all the gifts from ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ this year, you will pay way more than you did last year—Stupid geese. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Bible sales soar as anxieties spike—Sales of the book are up 22%. Read More [Category: Books]
- + ‘Elon Musk is right,’ Bernie Sanders admits, agreeing the defense budget needs to be cut because the Pentagon has ‘lost track of billions’—The unlikely duo have their eyes on the Department of Defense, which has repeatedly failed its audits. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Getty Images CEO: Respecting fair use rules won’t prevent AI from curing cancer—The creative community has mobilized against the unauthorized use of their collective text, music, photography, and video by AI model makers. Read Mo...
- + Struggling budget vodka maker Stoli has filed for bankruptcy as Gen Z turns away from alcohol—Hackers, changing consumer tastes, and an old marketing campaign have hit finances hard. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Super Micro finds no evidence of fraud; will replace CFO—The company is looking for a new chief financial officer, chief compliance officer, and general counsel, it said in a statement Monday. Read More [Ca...
- + Intel CEO forced out after board grew frustrated with progress—CFO David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who is taking on a new role as CEO of the company’s product group, are serving as interim co-CEOs. ...
- + Intel CEO Gelsinger leaves as chipmaker’s turnaround flounders—CFO David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who is taking on a new role as CEO of the company’s product group, are serving as interim co-CEOs. ...
- + Meet the three Walmart Inc. women who choose the $650 billion worth of goods it sells you every year—The chief merchants of Walmart and Sam’s Club are undergoing their biggest test of the year: The holidays. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Meet the three Walmart Inc women who choose the $650 billion worth of goods it sells you every year—The chief merchants of Walmart and Sam's Club are undergoing their biggest test of the year: the holidays. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Rent the Runway CEO Jenn Hyman asks herself one question to determine whether she should stay in her job—The $320 million company whose stock has cratered more than 90% just hit 15 years old. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Billionaire Fiat heir assumes control of Jeep and Ram parent Stellantis after embattled CEO Carlos Tavares exits—John Elkann, 48, is heir to the illustrious Agnelli family that founded Fiat, the closest thing Italy has to royalty and often compared to the Kennedy...
- + AI optimists are behaving like the investors who got burned in the Great Depression and dot-com bubble, Vanguard’s chief economist warns—AI-related shares combine with optimistic pricing in most other market segments to leave the stock market more overvalued than at any point since 2001...
- + Working women are struggling with well-being and they’re scoring lower than men across every category—Female staffers feel like they experience more burnout and less control over their wellness. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How Warren Buffett has managed to best Big Tech—A Fortune report delves into the Berkshire Hathaway anomaly. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Exclusive: Netflix star Ryan Serhant raises $45 million to disrupt the real estate brokerage business—The reality TV personality is starting his next act as a tech entrepreneur with backing from Camber Creek and Left Lane Capital. Read More [Category:...
- + Euro sinks as French budget crisis risks toppling Michel Barnier’s government in parliamentary showdown—Political turmoil grips France as the prime minister faces a possible no-confidence vote over contested social security reforms opposed by the far-rig...
- + E-commerce sites want AI bots to make holiday shopping easier, but don’t expect them to do all the work or always give you the right answers—The limitations show the technology is still in its infancy and has a long way to go before it becomes as useful as the retail industry—and many shopp...
- + Political persuasion will be a paramount leadership skill in the coming years—Executives are bending the knee to President-elect Donald Trump in an effort to curry favor with the new administration. Read More [Category: Busines...
- + ‘Samurai’ ex–Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares can thank Darwinism for his rise—and for his swift fall—Carlos Tavares is a self-confessed petrol head who turned around Peugeot but fell victim to a global EV downturn at Stellantis. Read More [Category: ...
- + ‘Samurai’ ex-Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares can thank Darwinism for his rise—and for his swift fall—Carlos Tavares is a self-confessed petrol head who turned around Peugoet but fell victim to a global EV downturn at Stellantis. Read More [Category: ...
- + Unilever wants to sell brands worth €1 billion in sales collectively to trim the fat, reports say—Unilever is powering through a strategic overhaul, which has so far included a wave of layoffs and a spin-off plan for its ice cream business. Read M...
- + Bob Iger says his 4 a.m. wakeup and workout routine is critical to Disney leadership—Disney's CEO Bob Iger says one of the most important requirements for his role is energy—working out and eating healthy are one way of ensuring that. ...
- + Australia sparks outrage with particularly harsh social-media restrictions—One of the world's toughest social-media crackdowns took a week to become law, after a lawmaker's wife read Jonathan Haidt. Read More [Category: Tech...
- + Cyber Monday shoppers set to post a new record for the biggest online shopping day of the year—Adobe Analytics, which tracks online shopping, expects consumers to spend a record $13.2 billion on Monday, 6.1% more than last year. Read More [Cat...
- + Wars and rising tensions spark global demand for arms, as sales hit record $632 million—Major arms makers see profits surge as wars in Ukraine and Gaza and tensions in Asia fuel unprecedented demand. Read More [Category: World]
- + Insuring against Trump tariffs—What are the odds the U.S. will impose high tariffs on its two largest trading partners, whose supply chains are integrated with U.S. companies as par...
- + The Future 50: The companies most likely to adapt, thrive, and grow—The AI boom and a strong venture-capital culture have made the U.S. the center of activity in the 2024 edition of our list. Read More [Category: Busi...
- + Volkswagen workers walk out on strike as German auto industry is engulfed in crisis—Thousands of Volkswagen employees begin warning strikes today as the automaker grapples with financial woes, high costs, and fierce Chinese competitio...
- + These are the countries where workers are most likely to use generative AI—and the U.S. is lagging behind the leaders—Middle-income countries like India, China, and Indonesia are posting the fastest rates of AI adoption. Read More [Category: Magazine]
- + Marshall Brickman, Oscar-winning screenwriter who co-wrote ‘Annie Hall’ and ‘Sleeper’ with Woody Allen, dies at 85—Together, they also co-wrote “Manhattan" (1979) and “Manhattan Murder Mystery" (1993). Read More [Category: Entertainment]
- + Starter homes are shrinking in size—but not in price, new analysis confirms—The median size of a new single-family home has dropped 12% since 2016, according to Apollo. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Joe Biden has pardoned his son Hunter. What does that mean and why did he break his promise not to?—Biden is hardly the first president to deploy his pardon powers to benefit those close to him. But it was still a surprising reversal for a man who pl...
- + Sail-powered cargo ships make comeback to dent shipping’s huge carbon footprint—Mariners pushing for wind power say investors used to view them as something of a joke. But as they pioneer a comeback for sail-powered cargo ships, t...
- + China private factory gauge grows again in sign of stabilization—The Caixin manufacturing purchasing managers index rose to 51.5 last month, the highest since June. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + New Zealand halts poultry exports as bird flu found at egg farm—Exports of poultry products worth about $112 million a year will cease until New Zealand can once again attest to being free of bird flu. Read More [...
- + Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to—The president had previously said he would not pardon his son or commute his sentence after his convictions in the two cases in Delaware and Californi...
- + A twice-yearly shot of this drug could help end AIDS — ‘it’s unprecedented’—A twice-yearly shot of lenacapavir was 100% effective in preventing HIV infections in a study of women, and results published Wednesday show it worked...
- + Stellantis CEO Tavares quits early after strategy dispute—Tavares is leaving his position sooner than expected as his views on the carmaker’s future differed from those of the board and some shareholders, the...
- + ‘Moana 2’ was originally going to stream as a series, but Disney revamped it for theaters and just set a new record—“Moana 2” brought in $221 million in ticket sales over the Thanksgiving Day weekend. Read More [Category: Movies]
- + Trudeau told Trump the Canadian border can’t be compared to Mexico’s, ambassador says—“The message that our border is so vastly different than the Mexican border was really understood,” Hillman said. Read More [Category: World]
- + Forget Bitcoin, MicroStrategy is up 500% this year, and Michael Saylor explains how the stock has outperformed its underlying assets—"MicroStrategy found a way to outperform Bitcoin," Saylor told the WSJ. "The way that we outperform Bitcoin, in essence, is we just lever up Bitcoin."...
- + Post-COVID life and China’s tough economy pushes a 95-year-old jewelry brand to embrace ‘wearability’ and a more casual consumer—“Everyone is a lot more casual. You have a lot fewer galas and things to go to," said Nicholas Lieou, Chow Tai Fook's design lead for high jewelry. R...
- + Stellantis CEO Tavares quits and hands over to interim committee—Tavares is leaving his position sooner than expected as his views on the carmaker’s future differed from those of the board and some shareholders, the...
- + Fidelity boosts valuations of its stakes in Elon Musk’s X and xAI startup, report says—October saw a 32.37% jump in X's valuation, marking the biggest monthly increase since Fidelity helped Musk buy Twitter for $44 billion in 2022, Axios...
- + If you invested $1,000 in Nvidia stock 20 years ago, you’d almost be a millionaire today—Nvidia is also the best performer on a total-return basis over the last two decades among all stocks on the S&P 1500, according to Bespoke. Read ...
- + Syrian government loses control of Aleppo for first time since civil war began after lightning rebel offensive—Rebel forces also seized Aleppo's airport and dozens of nearby towns on Saturday after overrunning most of Aleppo. Read More [Category: World]
- + Elon Musk asks US court again to block OpenAI’s for-profit conversion—The injunction also requests that OpenAI be stopped from allegedly barring its investors from funding competing companies. Read More [Category: Artif...
- + Russia to spend a third of its budget on defense as Ukraine war drains resources—Around 32.5% of the 2025 budget posted on a government website Sunday has been allocated for national defense, up from a reported 28.3% this year. Re...
- + 6 unique gifts for wine, beer, and spirit enthusiasts this holiday season—Celebrate the season with high-end adult beverages. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + FBI director pick Kash Patel is likely to face deep skepticism during Senate confirmation hearings—"Patel needs to prove to the Senate Judiciary Committee that he has the right qualifications and, despite his past statements, will put our nation’s p...
- + How to watch Week 13 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—We’re not done yet! Read More [Category: NFL]
- + The best and worst time to email your employees is the same: Sunday at 3 p.m.—The best time to email staff may negatively impact their well-being, researchers say. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump’s return has women who use $349 smart ring to track their periods panicking over privacy. Oura’s CEO wants to assure them.—"There's all these sort of things where women are saying 'You know what? My body, my choice. I will own my health experience and I'll do it independen...
- + Banks don’t want to inspect your home office, so they’re forcing hundreds of employees to come in five days a week—Renewed rules for workplace inspections every few years are being blamed for mass return-to-office efforts. Read More [Category: Business]
- + France’s proposed new sugar tax could transform the biggest food companies—will the consumer pay the price?—In the fight against obesity and the need to raise revenue for a seriously impoverished economy, one policy idea is to tax these sugary, highly proces...
- + Southwest Airlines will end cabin service earlier to reduce risk of turbulence-related injuries—More than one-third of all airline incidents in the United States from 2009 through 2018 were related to turbulence. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How long does it take to get fit again after falling ‘out of shape’?—Whether you're recovering from an injury or life simply got in the way, if you’re feeling "out of shape," here's how to get active again. Read More ...
- + Black Friday sales accelerate with online a bright spot—Retail sales, excluding automotive, grew 3.4% on the day after Thanksgiving, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump names Charles Kushner, pardoned real estate mogul and father of his son-in-law, as US ambassador to France—The elder Kushner was pardoned by Trump in December 2020 after pleading guilty years earlier to tax evasion and making illegal campaign donations. Re...
- + Jensen Huang shares the pick-up line he used in college when he first met his wife—"I had no idea what I was talking about. And then we got married. That’s all the advice I’m going to give all the entrepreneurs." Read More [Category...
- + Trump threatens 100% tariff on the BRIC nations if they act to undermine US dollar—Members of the BRIC alliance and other developing nations say they are fed up with America’s dominance of the global financial system. Read More [Cat...
- + Russia’s ruble is still worth less than a penny, and the Kremlin’s piggy bank for propping it up is running low—Russia's sovereign wealth fund has been tapped repeatedly to prop up the ruble, leaving the Kremlin with less firepower to battle another currency col...
- + Jamie Dimon hasn’t had recent talks with Donald Trump, source says, denying report of back-channel communications—A New York Post report that said Trump and Dimon have been in communication for months via secret back channels is not accurate, according to the sour...
- + JPMorgan drops suit against Tesla over Musk tweet, warrants—"JPMorgan and Tesla have decided to enter into a new commercial relationship and settle the outstanding disputes between the companies." Read More [C...
- + Trump’s plans risk inflating bullish stock market into a bubble—“People’s experience with the stock market in Trump’s last term is skewing their perception of what to expect in this frothy market.” Read More [Cat...
- + U.S. Navy looks to ‘take victory from the jaws of defeat’ by transforming stealthy ship into hypersonic weapons platform—The USS Zumwalt will provide a platform for conducting fast, precision strikes from greater distances, adding to the usefulness of the warship. Read ...
- + Extending tax cuts tops the GOP’s agenda for first 100 days — ‘Americans don’t care if Elon Musk is rich’—Republicans in Congress have been meeting privately for months and with the president-elect to go over proposals to extend and enhance those tax break...
- + Yelling at your kid makes you ‘not a safe person,’ warns a parenting expert. 3 ways to stop—“Every parent will at some point lose it and yell at their kids," says this child psychologist. But it is important to not make it a habit. Read More...
- + Wealthy millennials are flocking to Florida and Texas—and no one wants to live in New York or California—Sunshine, open space, and lack of income taxes are luring high-earning young professionals out of their tiny city apartments and down South. Read Mor...
- + Had enough of the U.S.? Consider this first, says a former American and relocation expert—"My point of view, there's a geographical solution to every problem." Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Half of workers would actually rather have a strict 9-to-5 job than a flexible one—While flexible work hours are a perk for some employees, others would rather quit their jobs than work past 5 o'clock. Read More [Category: Business]
- + An anti-inflammatory diet can boost your health. What to eat and what to avoid—Research shows eating an anti-inflammatory diet helps reduce oxidative damage to your tissues and improves your overall health. Read More [Category: ...
- + The strange psychology of retirement income: Why spending money feels riskier after years of saving—About 25% of retirees fall into the camp of people who decrease spending during retirement. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + By Warren Buffett’s favorite financial metric, Berkshire’s net worth is $663 billion, leaving Nvidia ($66 billion) and Apple ($57 billion) in the dust—At 94, Buffett has managed to best the hottest tech companies around. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Kick off this festive season with Fortune’s ultimate luxury gift guide—Unsure what to buy your loved ones this festive season? Look no further. Read More [Category: Gadgets]
- + Lithuania is the world’s happiest country for young people. Here’s what it’s like to work for the country’s leading tech unicorn—Tech darling Nord Security's CEO was surprised at first when Lithuania was named the happiest in the world for under-30s. But he sees why at his compa...
- + How to watch NFL games on Black Friday 2024 live online for free—and without cable—Amazon tries something new. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Glassdoor’s CEO refuses to work in front of his kids, and will head to his home office before he answers calls around them—“With [my] children, I want to lead by not having digital products all around, or being distracted by my email and text messages all the time," Glassd...
- + Elon Musk’s DOGE partner Vivek Ramaswamy says they’ll scrutinize $6.6 billion Biden loan to Tesla rival Rivian—Critics advise the incoming Trump administration to pull the plug on 'corporate-welfare loans handed out for political reasons'. Read More [Category:...
- + Notre Dame rises from the ashes: Macron unveils cathedral’s triumphant comeback from 2019 inferno—Five years after the devastating inferno, French President Emmanuel Macron took the first tour of Paris’s heritage masterpiece with its soaring spire ...
- + How Office Depot’s president builds trust with shoppers in a digital world—Customers want to talk to another human being who can help solve their problem, says Office Depot and OfficeMax president Kevin Moffitt. Read More ...
- + Planning a charity gift? Try these 401(k)-style accounts to max giving—and lower your tax bill—A donor advised fund is an increasingly popular way for families to give to charity. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + ‘Dr. Doom’ Nouriel Roubini believes a second Trump term could push inflation as high as 5%—“If you look at this list of policies and others, all of them have the impact that over time inflation will be higher, growth is going to be lower,” R...
- + ‘Dr Doom’ Nouriel Roubini believes a second Trump term could push inflation as high as 5%—"If you look at this list of policies and others, all of them have the impact that over time inflation will be higher, growth is going to be lower," R...
- + People will do anything to get away from ultra-processed foods—from ‘no recipe recipes’ to making anything edible from scratch—Shoppers want foods that are not too processed, "and there’s been a raised interest in age-old techniques due to this trend,” Waitrose found. Read Mo...
- + How China can hit back at Trump: Target U.S. firms, turn to India, Africa—Six years after Donald Trump started the first trade war with China, the U.S. president-elect has named a series of China hawks to his administration ...
- + The companies betting on male birth control step closer to approval—and into an uncertain political chapter—Male contraceptives are getting closer to market amid a tumultuous time for birth control and drug approvals. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Japan’s ‘god of management’ has come back as an AI avatar—Konosuke Matsushita remains one of Japan's most revered entrepreneurs even 35 years after his death in 1989. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Don’t overlook middle-aged workers—nearly 80% are actively learning new professional skills—Mid-career employees want technical skills like AI, but also craving emotional capabilities like communication. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How one e-commerce focused founder, Yiqi Wu of Aimerce, is thinking about Black Friday—Yiqi Wu, founder and CEO at e-commerce-focused customer intelligence startup Aimerce, says this Black Friday is shaping up to be extremely competitive...
- + PlayStation creator Ken Kutaragi says Sony execs opposed device and ‘everyone told us we would fail’—"Most of the executives (at Sony) were fiercely opposed," fearing for the Japanese giant's reputation as a producer of high-end electronics, Kutaragi ...
- + How Carrier is delivering more for shareholders than Microsoft, Alphabet, and Apple—A Fortune report takes a look at what's driving the company's success. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Lina Khan’s November surprise for Microsoft—The FTC chaiar launches an eleventh-hour antitrust probe into Microsoft. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Amazon employees are ‘rage-applying’ as its return-to-office mandate looms—experts say that’s exactly what CEO Andy Jassy wants—The tech mammoth’s RTO push is wildly unpopular—and that could be exactly what it wants. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Uber and Bolt roll out women-only services in Paris to ensure ‘greater safety’—The women-only services will take place in Paris and comes at no extra cost but potentially longer waiting times. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu emerges as frontrunner in Romanian election, driven by TikTok support—Barely known a year ago, Calin Georgescu dominated TikTok to to secure a surprising victory in Romania's first-round presidential election—a digital c...
- + Luxury cruise line passengers set for Antarctica have gone on a hunger strike over engine failure—Swan Hellenic's CEO said: "A select few chose to stage a hunger strike in their protest which is rather counterproductive." Read More [Category: Busi...
- + What Black Friday says about the American consumer—Job-market optimism has pushed up consumer confidence even as credit card delinquencies go up. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Americans waste $556 million in Thanksgiving food—these recipes ensure your leftovers get eaten—Stuffing may be one of the most versatile Thanksgiving leftovers. Instead of just reheating it, try making savory stuffing waffles. Read More [Catego...
- + Connecticut Democratic lawmakers say they received Thanksgiving bomb threats against their homes—Sen. Chris Murphy and Reps. Jim Himes, Joe Courtney, John Larson and Jahana Hayes all reported being the subject of such threats. Read More [Categor...
- + Gen Z and Millennials are ‘doom spending’ their way to a life of debt unless they make 4 changes—These habits can help curb your spending. Read More [Category: Mental health]
- + Trump wants U.S. ‘energy dominance’ but his plan is likely to run into real-world limits—Trump seeks to boost U.S. oil and gas drilling and move away from President Joe Biden’s focus on climate change. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Santa Train’s 82nd annual visit delivers hope to corner of Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee coal country—The Santa Train marks its 82nd running this year, bringing presents and joy to small towns along a 110-mile portion of the CSX rail line. Read More [...
- + Tech firms criticize Australia’s ‘rushed’ social media ban for kids—The bill, which was passed on Friday, ended a legislative process that started just a week ago. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says she’s confident that a tariff war with Trump can be avoided—On Wednesday, Trump wrote that Sheinbaum had agreed to stop unauthorized migration across the border into the United States. Read More [Category: Wo...
- + Canada sues Google for alleged anticompetitive online ad practices and demands it sell two ad tech services—The Competition Bureau said that such action is necessary because an investigation into Google found that the company “unlawfully” tied together its a...
- + Los Angeles oil field owner sues California over law that would require it to stop production and plug its wells—Inglewood Oil Field owner Sentinel Peak argues in the lawsuit, filed this week, that the law, which was signed in September by Gov. Gavin Newsom, is u...
- + How Black Friday transformed from chaotic mall mobs to a month of deals—and the surprising reason it’s not all about the internet—The annual sales event no longer creates the midnight mall crowds or doorbuster mayhem of recent decades. Here's why: Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Sanofi’s chief digital officer says remote work means employees lose the ‘serendipity’ needed to innovate—"I think we were contrarians,” Sanofi's chief digital officer Emmanuel Frenehard told Fortune. “I think the contrarians are becoming the norm.” Read ...
- + Russian central bank takes desperate stand to halt collapsing ruble and fierce inflation—Worth a fraction of a penny now, the ruble has fallen to lows not seen since March 2022 in the early days of the war against Ukraine. Read More [Cate...
- + Keira Knightley, who got an agent at 6, says her daughters will focus on academics, not acting: ‘You need those pieces of paper saying you’re smart’—'Pirates of the Caribbean' star Kiera Knightley said she wished she had done an Open University course after starring in 'Bend It Like Beckham.' Read...
- + How to watch NFL games on Thanksgiving 2024 live online for free—and without cable—The Lions take the field, of course. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Billionaire Bernard Arnault tells court he was ‘completely unaware’ ex-spy chief had allegedly abused powers to protect LVMH—LVMH and Arnault settled with magistrates out of court in 2021, paying €10 million in fines. Read More [Category: Business]
- + K-pop group NewJeans ditches their label HYBE, alleging ‘mistreatment’ and ‘manipulation’—"This is not the type of work ethic we respect and not one we want to be a part of," said NewJeans member Hanni at a Thursday press conference. Read ...
- + Australia passes tough social media ban for kids under 16 with $32 million fines for platforms that don’t comply—Social media firms have described the laws as "vague", "problematic" and "rushed". Read More [Category: Technology]
- + German Fortune 500 companies have announced over 60,000 layoffs this year, but the biggest employee cull is still to come—German giants including Bosch, Thyssenkrupp, and Deutsche Bahn have axed thousands of jobs this year. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Ikea profits down nearly 50% as fears of Trump tariff threats spook the Swedish retailer—Ikea took the unlikely approach of cutting prices as costs were rising. Now, Trump's tariffs could open up a whole new can of worms for the retailer. ...
- + With Trump’s return to the White House, innovation is the only way forward for Europe—With rising trade barriers and American isolationism, Europe must lead the way for liberal, free-market capitalism, which history shows benefits the m...
- + Fully autonomous planes could be coming to a flight near you—and that’s not a good thing—Manufacturers are already pursuing new technologies they say would allow a single pilot to actively fly a commercial plane. Read More [Category: Tech...
- + Parents are stealing their children’s identities to access debt—and destroying their kids’ credit scores in the process—"You trust your parents. This is not what they should be doing to their children." Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + A ‘money talk’ be the best gift to give your family this holiday season, experts say—"You can take 15, 20 minutes to have a sidebar conversation." Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Protein Diet Coke is all the rage. Is it actually healthy for you?—People are mixing protein shakes and Diet Coke—and loving it. Read More [Category: Health]
- + ‘Alaska Turkey Bomb’ pilot drops frozen birds to rural residents who can’t run to the grocery store for Thanksgiving—For the third straight year, a resident named Esther Keim has been flying low and slow in a small plane over rural parts of south-central Alaska, drop...
- + Cranberry sauce is America’s least favorite Thanksgiving food with 50% calling it disgusting—so why is it a tradition?—A 2021 survey found that cranberry sauce is the least favorite Thanksgiving dish, with 29% of American adults saying they hate it and nearly 50% calli...
- + Gobbling meat is fueling a climate crisis. Here’s how to cut back—In industrialized countries like the U.S., people often consume far more meat than dietary guidelines recommend. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Donald Trump once threatened to jail Mark Zuckerberg, but last night they ate Thanksgiving eve dinner together—Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his team sat down with President-elect Donald Trump at the politician’s Mar-a-Lago resort on Wednesday. Read More [Cate...
- + Donald Trump once threatened to jail Mark Zuckerberg but last night they ate Thanksgiving Eve dinner together—Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his team sat down with President-elect Donald Trump at the politician's Mar-a-Lago resort on Wednesday. Read More [Categ...
- + China’s carmakers don’t see the country’s fierce price war ending anytime soon as they press suppliers for discounts—Both BYD and SAIC Motor reportedly asked suppliers for 10% discounts amid fierce competition in China’s oversaturated EV sector. Read More [Category:...
- + Gen Z men could ditch real women for AI, warns ex–Google CEO Eric Schmidt after a tragic suicide involving a chatbot—A mother recently sued an AI company after her 14-year-old killed himself after his chatbot demanded the boy not cheat on it by dating actual girls. ...
- + 11 benefits of chia seeds from gut health to weight loss—The tiny speckled seeds offer more than a simple nutritional boost. Read More [Category: Health]
- + U.S. preps China chip curbs that stop short of early proposals—U.S. chip gear makers argue that unilateral U.S. restrictions would put them at an unfair disadvantage compared to foreign rivals. Read More [Categor...
- + Microsoft faces broad antitrust investigation from U.S. FTC—After more than a year of conducting informal interviews with competitors and business partners, antitrust enforcers have crafted a detailed request t...
- + Tesla Cybertruck crash leaves 3 dead and 1 seriously injured in California—Piedmont Police Chief Jeremy Bowers said speed was likely a factor in the single-vehicle collision. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + How to watch the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade for free—and without cable—The turkey day tradition celebrates 98 years. Read More [Category: TV]
- + Here’s which restaurants are open (and closed) on Thanksgiving—Sometimes, you just don’t want to cook. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Here’s what’s open (and closed) on Thanksgiving 2024—Your grocery options are notable, but retailers are largely taking the day off. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + CEOs are warning Trump tariffs will hit consumers: ‘Higher prices are not helpful’—Donald Trump’s tariffs will likely crunch supply chains and deal out hurdles to shoppers. Read More [Category: Business]
- + CEOs are warning Trump tariffs will hit consumers — ‘Higher prices are not helpful’—Donald Trump’s tariffs will likely crunch supply-chains and deal out hurdles to shoppers Read More [Category: Business]
- + Thanks to poor company performance, Starbucks employees won’t be getting their full bonuses this year—and some won’t even get merit raises—Corporate workers will earn 60% of their bonuses after the coffee chain’s worst year since 2020. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Gen Z is drowning in debt as buy-now-pay-later services skyrocket: ‘They’re continuing to bury their heads in the sand and spend’—Internal data shows member credit card balances are up more than 50% for Gen Z and millennial members since March 2022, when the Fed started raising i...
- + Your commute is more dangerous than previously realized, new research shows. One simple change could combat the mental toll—The sound of traffic is not only linked to increased stress and anxiety, researchers found, it also muddies the mental health benefits of nature noise...
- + Trump picked Scott Bessent for Treasury despite ties to Democratic megadonor George Soros—Bessent worked for Soros and played a key role in the short bet that “broke the Bank of England.” Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Wells Fargo: Trump tariffs would add $2.1K to the price of cars made by U.S. automakers—and could cost Ford, Stellantis, and GM billions in profit—“Autos are stuck in the middle of Trump's geopolitics,” Wells Fargo analysts write. Read More [Category: Business]
- + You might want to avoid these Thanksgiving foods if you’re taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic—GLP-1 medications could impact your feast. Read More [Category: Health]
- + The ‘Trump bump’ has survived tariff announcements—but will it survive the good, the bad, and the unknown in his cabinet?—Trump's picks fit into three groups: the fortifiers (the good), the detractors (the bad), and the mercurial influencers who might do good or harm. Re...
- + Want Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour Book’? You can find it at only one place—The self-published book goes on sale Friday. Read More [Category: Celebrities]
- + Want Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Book? You can only find it at one place—Self-published book goes on sale Friday. Read More [Category: Celebrities]
- + Marsh McLennan’s CIO started with a summer job in 1995. He never left and now leads a team of more than 5,000 technologists—CIO Paul Beswick leads a team of more than 5,000 technologists and says a key area of focus is ensuring all four of Marsh McLennan business divisions ...
- + Marc Andreessen tells Joe Rogan that Silicon Valley is split in half following Trump’s win: ‘There’s now two kinds of dinner parties’—Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen no longer makes the guest list of every dinner party in Silicon Valley. Read More [Category: Business]
- + First she disrupted the card business with Minted. Now Arcade AI’s founder aims to build the first ‘product creation platform’—Mariam Naficy's startup has raised $17 million from investors including Ashton Kutcher's Sound Ventures, Offline Ventures, Reid Hoffman, and Karlie Kl...
- + Professionals would rather ‘super-commute’ for over 4 hours a day and keep their pandemic-style suburban life than live near the office—Cities are bouncing back and offices are reopening, but workers would rather commute for hours on end on a train (or plane) than give up their newfoun...
- + Volunteering programs are probably the most powerful well-being benefit in your toolkit: ‘It’s a big competitive advantage from a talent perspective’—Employees who partake are more connected, engaged, and satisfied with their jobs. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Goldman sees ‘significant’ hit to U.S. from Trump’s Canada tariffs—Tariffs “could in theory lead to some pretty significant consequences for three groups of people: U.S. consumers, U.S. refiners, and Canadian producer...
- + Vietnam tycoon told to repay $11 billion to avoid execution—Truong My Lan, 68, is appealing her death sentence after being convicted in April of embezzling $12.3 billion from Saigon Commercial Bank. Read More ...
- + Are you the ‘turkey’ or ‘stuffing’ at work? This CFO neuroscientist has a way to find out—Juliette Han, CFO and COO at Cambrian Bio, discusses her Thanksgiving personality assessment. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Deutsche Bank warns Trump tariffs could stop Jerome Powell from cutting Fed rates at all next year—Trump tariffs could prove to be the pin that pops the bubble on Fed cuts next year. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Five great kitchen gifts for the cook on your shopping list—Gifts that keep on giving—in that, you get to eat more food. Read More [Category: Gadgets]
- + Alexis Ohanian and soccer star Midge Purce on docuseries The Offseason—and the venture case for women’s sports—Alexis Ohanian’s Seven Seven Six backed NWSL docuseries The Offseason, and the viewing numbers are in. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Nestlé’s price rises went ‘too far,’ burdening consumers and ultimately turning them away, chairman admits—“The consumer must be able to buy our products. We need to act there,” said Nestlé chairman Paul Bulcke. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Nestlé’s price rises went ‘too far’, burdening consumers and ultimately turning them away, chairman admits—"The consumer must be able to buy our products. We need to act there," said Nestlé’s chairman Paul Bulcke. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Drake takes Kendrick Lamar feud to court, accusing Universal Music of inflating his Spotify numbers in ‘diss track’ battle—Drake, the highest-grossing rapper in the world last year, and Lamar, a Pulitzer Prize winner, have long been locked in an escalating war of words. R...
- + Intel wins $7.9 billion award under CHIPS Act—To build or expand semiconductor factories in several U.S. states. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Vauxhall workers face 140-mile relocation or losing their jobs as Stellantis plans to shutter 120-year-old factory—More than 1,000 Vauxhall workers will need to move from Luton to Cheshire to keep their jobs as Stellantis consolidates EV manufacturing. Read More [...
- + Want to cut government waste? Start with the penny, says U.S. Senator to Musk—Countries like Canada and Australia stopped producing one-cent coins more than a decade ago. Sweden was a first mover in 1972. Read More [Category: F...
- + The new ‘land grab’ for AI companies, from Meta to OpenAI, is military contracts—Silicon Valley generative AI companies are getting over their aversion to working with the U.S. Department of Defense, as the pressure builds to get r...
- + Sanofi CEO Paul Hudson takes inspiration from ‘Fight Club’ to get his team hooked on AI—Hudson says many CEOs are scared of AI, comparing it to The Terminator’s John Connor traveling back in time to stop the rise of the machines. Read Mo...
- + The world’s ‘winter depression hotspots’ may surprise you. Here are the top 15 countries—SAD is more common in regions with significant temperature fluctuations, and some countries may have a greater impact on your winter mood. Read More ...
- + Walmart and Delta stock are both hitting all-time highs—and their CEOs have relied on a surprisingly similar strategy—Investing aggressively is now paying dividends for two Fortune 500 titans. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump taps 2 veterans of his first administration for trade representative and Economic Council head—Trump announced he has chosen international trade attorney Jamieson Greer to be his U.S. trade representative and Kevin Hassett as director of the Whi...
- + Biden administration surveillance and AI tools for tracking and ranking immigrants set to help Trump deportation crackdown—One algorithm, for example, ranks immigrants with a “Hurricane Score,” ranging from 1-5, to assess whether someone will “abscond” from the agency's su...
- + College jocks—not nerds—turn out to have more successful careers and earn $220,000 more, new research finds—Revenge of the nerds is a fantasy. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump plans to hit Mexico and Canada with tariffs over immigration. Here’s what the numbers say about border crossings, drugs and crime—Here's what the numbers and studies say about border crossings, fentanyl smuggling and whether there's a connection between immigration and crime. Re...
- + The Adani Group has lost $55 billion in market value since last week’s shock indictment of billionaire founder—The Nov. 20 indictment accused founder Gautam Adani and multiple subordinates of misleading international investors as part of a bribery scheme. Read...
- + A Silicon Valley billionaire chastised NFL legend Julian Edelman over a bad grade as a schoolboy. It led to a lifelong habit—After a bad middle school report card, Edelman’s father took him to see John Arrillaga, the real estate developer who built Silicon Valley. Read More...
- + Leaked BYD letter signals China EV price war is set to intensify—A screen shot of an email purportedly BYD was circulating on social media Wednesday, demanding 10% price cuts from an unnamed supplier. Read More [Ca...
- + Elon Musk’s X files last-minute objection to block the sale of Alex Jones’ X accounts—The sale of Jones's accounts is meant to pay $1.5 billion in damages to grieving Sandy Hook families. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Fortune Best European Cities for Digital Nomads 2024—No need to say that Europe has firmly established itself as one of the prime destinations for digital nomads. Here are our top picks for the best loca...
- + Israeli tech entrepreneurs and engineers from major companies like Google and Microsoft are seeking refuge in Europe—What began as a major exodus spurred by immediate security concerns has evolved into a broader migration pattern, with waves of top Israeli talent see...
- + Trump’s victory could make life harder for Hong Kong—and that may be good news for Singapore’s banks—Banks like Singapore's OCBC are poised to gain from Chinese investment into Southeast Asia—now potentially supercharged by a new Trump trade war. Rea...
- + Walmart must pay a truck driver $35 million after firing him and accusing him of fraud after an accident—Plaintiff Jesse Fonseca worked for the retailer as a freight driver for 14 years. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Ozempic covered by Medicare? It could be if Trump agrees to a Biden proposal with a $35 billion price tag—Millions of obese Americans would get access to popular weekly injectables that would help them shed pounds quickly if a $ 35 billion proposal from th...
- + Walmart just announced a sweeping rollback of its diversity policies. It comes as conservative groups keep winning legal challenges alleging ‘reverse discrimination’—Walmart's sweeping rollback of its diversity policies is the strongest indication yet of a profound shift taking hold at U.S. companies that are reval...
- + OpenAI’s Sora video tool was leaked by a group of artists to protest ‘corporate AI overlords’—A group of artists, volunteering as beta testers for OpenAI’s Sora video AI model, shared the API to access the model on Hugging Face in protest, call...
- + A group of artists just leaked access to OpenAI’s hotly anticipated Sora video tool to protest ‘corporate AI overlords’—A group of artists, volunteering as beta testers for OpenAI’s Sora video AI model, shared the API to access the model on Hugging Face in protest, call...
- + The IRS is about to run out of enforcement money as Trump plans more budget cuts. It could add $140 billion to the national deficit—”If they don't get that $20 billion that is at risk they would run out of enforcement money at the current pace sometime in fiscal year 2025." Read M...
- + Shoplifting ring responsible for stealing $2 million from Macy’s and major stores busted by feds—Five New Yorkers have been charged with felony possession of stolen property, conspiracy and other related crimes, Queens District Attorney Melinda Ka...
- + Your protein needs change as you get older. Here’s how much you should be eating at every age—People seem obsessed with protein nowadays, but certain age groups need to focus on it more than others. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Leaked Morgan Stanley documents reveal 1 in 4 ultrawealthy clients raise a red flag—More than 40,000 accounts at Morgan Stanley were deemed to be at a high risk of money laundering. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Bitcoin tumbles after failing to break $100,000—but expert says ‘round number’ pullbacks are normal—Columbia professor Omid Malekan says Bitcoin’s latest target is a “psychological barrier.” Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Trump is already pushing global markets around and he hasn’t even been sworn in—“On January 20th, as one of my many first Executive Orders, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL produc...
- + With stakeholder capitalism pioneers Schwab, Dimon, and Fink nearing retirement, who will carry the torch forward?—We can start by viewing business as the very human institution that it is. Read More [Category: Business]
- + AI boom drives shares of sleepy Texas land firm up 200%—Texas Pacific Land Corp. owns nearly 900,000 acres in energy-rich West Texas, an area greater in size than Yosemite National Park. Read More [Catego...
- + Pizza Hut is offering deep-fried frog pizza in China—Ribbit. Read More [Category: World]
- + Uniswap offers biggest-ever ‘bug bounty,’ promises up to $15.5 million to those who spot code vulnerabilities—The company is asking the public to seek out vulnerabilities in its v4 protocol. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + Marc Andreessen doesn’t want to see anyone’s ‘whole self’ at work: ‘Act like a professional and a grownup’—It comes as a number of workplaces, like Meta and EY, have come down hard on staffers they feel aren’t acting professionally. Read More [Category: Su...
- + Trump 2.0: Clash of the tech bros—"Under Trump 2.0, I foresee deep divisions among the tech companies that are courting the new administration’s officials," writes Susan Ariel Aaronson...
- + Novo Nordisk Foundation CEO dismisses ‘Nokia risk’ as ‘fundamentally different’ for Denmark’s economy—Novo Nordisk Foundation CEO Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen said only 9 million people are using GLP-1s compared with 1 billion people living with obesity. R...
- + Shoppers are ‘fooled’ by maze of misleading food labels during their grocery runs, European auditors warn—A proliferation of confusing and sometimes misleading food labels are misleading shoppers. Read More [Category: Nutrition]
- + Couple charged with stealing $1 million from Lululemon in elaborate no-receipt refund scam—The pair allegedly exchanged stolen items without receipts for new items, and then took back the new items with the receipts for credit card refunds. ...
- + Bankruptcy judge orders new hearing in The Onion’s bid for Alex Jones’ Infowars—A bankruptcy judge delayed a hearing in conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ effort to stop the satirical news outlet The Onion from buying Infowars. Read...
- + Want to boost employee morale and productivity? Ramp up volunteering—"It felt like my employer cared about me as a whole human,” says a worker who participated in a workplace volunteer program. Read More [Category: Me...
- + 5 investing trends for 2025—and 15 stocks to help you bet on them—How to play AI, luxury goods, defense, and more. (And while you're at it: Buy gold.) Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Trump’s cabinet is set to be one-third women and include some historic firsts—While Trump vigorously campaigned against diversity and inclusion efforts in business and government, his cabinet selections and other high-profile st...
- + Trump has threatened to kill EV tax credits but auto industry shows no intention to stop shift to electric vehicles—Since 2021, the industry has spent at least $160 billion on planning, designing and building electric vehicles, according to the Center for Auto Resea...
- + Europe’s largest steelmaker ArcelorMittal to close two plants in France as it struggles with economic headwinds—Around a hundred employees gathered in front of the site near Reims earlier Monday, protesting against the plans. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Top Trump lawyer says longtime adviser should be sidelined because he reportedly sought payments from those seeking administration roles—The personnel drama spotlights the unusual and often-disorganized cast of characters around Trump who contributed to the chaos of his first term. Rea...
- + Eggs are getting more expensive again as bird flu outbreak lingers into holiday baking season—The egg industry sees its highest demand in November and December. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump fires the first salvo of his renewed trade war with China: A 10% across-the-board tariff—On Truth Social, Trump alleged that Chinese inaction on illegal fentanyl was the reason behind the new 10% tariff. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Forget China, Mexico’s Trump card is BMW’s secret weapon for electric cars—“BMW will be the first premium automaker to produce EVs and batteries in Mexico.” Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Formula 1 teams up with Lego to assemble a younger fan base for the thriving motorsport—The deal comes as F1’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, thanks to the hit Netflix series “Drive to Survive,” which has spawned a new follow...
- + Formula 1 teams up with Lego to assemble a younger fanbase for the thriving motorsport—The deal comes as F1's popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, thanks to the hit Netflix series “Drive to Survive,” which has spawned a new follow...
- + British firms are being forced into ‘damage control’ mode as tax hikes leave CEOs questioning whether to invest in UK, industry chief warns—”Too many businesses are having to compromise on their plans for growth," CBI chief Rain Newton-Smith said. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Crypto firm Prometheum gained an edge under Gary Gensler’s SEC. Suddenly its future appears less certain—Prometheum was the rare crypto firm to find favor with the Chairman of the SEC. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Trump crypto project gets $30 million investment from Sun—The controversial China-born crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun is now the largest investor in Trump's decentralized finance project. Read More [Category...
- + Tesla excluded from EV buyer credits in California proposal—Tensions between Musk and Newsom have been strained for years. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Starbucks is using pens and paper to track pay after vendor hack—A hack has sent the coffee chain back to basics. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Starbucks Is using pens and paper to track pay after vendor hack—A hack has sent the coffee chain back to basics. Read More [Category: Retail]
- + Elon Musk fires more shots at manned fighter jets and the Pentagon’s costliest weapons program—“Meanwhile, some idiots are still building manned fighter jets like the F-35,” Musk posted on X. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Hypertension is a ‘silent killer.’ Here’s what your blood pressure should be at every age—Over time, hypertension can lead to serious medical problems including stroke, heart attack, and kidney failure. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Dangerous ultra-processed foods are linked to more than 30 health conditions. Here’s how to identify and avoid them—Processing isn’t inherently negative; the extent of processing and its impact on nutrient density are critical factors to consider. Read More [Catego...
- + Tether was an outlaw for years. Now the $132 billion stablecoin has a key ally in Trump’s cabinet—The controversial Tether is reportedly facing a probe from both the Justice and Treasury departments. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Warren Buffett issues a warning for all parents ahead of the $84 trillion Great Wealth Transfer—CEO of Berkshire Hathaway warns that the difference between a family crumbling or getting closer can lie within will planning. Read More [Category:...
- + California has a plan to fight back if Trump ends EV tax credit: rebates—Donald Trump vowed to end federal EV tax credits, which are worth up to $7,500 for new EVs. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Ohio casino dealer accused of skimming from the pot at least 14 times says he’s innocent despite being caught on video —Authorities began investigating after a poker player accused the dealer of stealing from the pile of chips being wagered during a hand in September. ...
- + Deloitte predicts record spending on Black Friday and Cyber Monday—Shoppers could spend 15% more this year. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + A Macy’s employee made accounting errors ‘intentionally,’ hiding up to $154 million in expenses. Now the company’s earnings report is delayed—The Macy’s employee, who is no longer with the company, hid delivery expenses during the course of almost three years. Read More [Category: Business]
- + As holiday travel builds to record numbers, FAA warns it might need to slow down air traffic—Pack extra patience. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Warren Buffett addresses his mortality and distributes another $1 billion to his family’s charities—“Father Time always wins,” Buffett said in a Monday letter to shareholders. “To date, I’ve been very lucky, but, before long, he will get around to me...
- + A Dogecoin celebrity is back in the spotlight—and happy to be a millionaire again—Glauber Contessoto calls Elon Musk’s favorite crypto a “cultural icon." Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + How to buy Bitcoin: the 3 best ways—As Bitcoin approaches $100,000, you may be looking to get in on the action. Here’s how. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki shares a final message three months after her death from lung cancer—Wojcicki spent her final months raising awareness and donating millions to lung cancer research. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Elon Musk has big return-to-office plans for federal employees and he’s saying the quiet part out loud—The Tesla billionaire and co-head of the Department of Government Efficiency says he wants workers in the office five days a week. Read More [Categ...
- + A hot IPO market in 2025 could fuel CFO churn—The average tenure for CFOs continues to decline. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Exclusive: Veterans of secretive investment firm Two Sigma raising $25 million crypto venture fund—The new venture firm is raising money as crypto markets roar back. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Inside Elon Musk’s timeworn legal strategy of spending and grinding adversaries into submission—In years of court cases, Musk has consistently used the same legal tactics to take on his opponents. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Inside Elon Musk’s time-worn legal strategy of spending and grinding adversaries into submission—In years of court cases, Musk has consistently used the same legal tactics to take on his opponents. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + CEOs share the career-defining moments that launched them to the corner office—CEOs spoke to Fortune about the big projects and skills that helped place them in the corner office. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Trump’s pick for Treasury secretary has markets betting he’ll take the sting out of ‘America First’ trade policies—Donald Trump will nominate Scott Bessent to replace Janet Yellen as Treasury secretary, with markets buoyed by comments on tariffs. Read More [Catego...
- + Trump’s pick for Treasury Secretary has markets betting he’ll take the sting out of ‘America First’ trade policies—Donald Trump will nominate Scott Bessent to replace Janet Yellen as Treasury Secretary, with markets buoyed by comments on tariffs. Read More [Catego...
- + Apple’s Cook joins CEO summit with China premier as economy sags—Cook, who’s visiting China for at least the third time this year, joined top executives of firms including Rio Tinto, Corning and Charoen Pokphand Gro...
- + How New York transformed from tech backwater into global venture capital—Behind the rise of the New York tech scene, from DoubleClick to Etsy. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Chinese hackers are mobilizing, U.S. official says—They could manipulate HVAC systems in server rooms or disrupt power and water to data centers. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Remote work jobs are disappearing—but they’re becoming a talent gold mine for employers still offering them—The share of remote positions on LinkedIn have plummeted in the last year, but applications for remote jobs are staying strong. Read More [Category: ...
- + Bosch, one of Germany’s biggest employers, cuts working hours for 10,000 extra staff following expanded layoffs—Robert Bosch, which employes arounf 429,000 people, is overhauling its workforce as the company struggles with Germany's flatlining economy. Read Mor...
- + ‘Busiest Thanksgiving ever’ as 80 million expected to travel for the holiday and record numbers set to flood U.S. airports—Airline passengers might get lucky like they did last year, when relatively few flights were canceled during the holiday week. Read More [Category: ...
- + Alex Jones is heading back to court to try to stop The Onion’s purchase of Infowars, calling sale fraud and collusion—At stake is whether Jones gets to stay at Infowars’ studio in Austin, Texas, under a new owner friendly to him, or whether he gets kicked out by The O...
- + Europe goes nuts for viral Dubai chocolate. With bars priced over €100, chocolate smuggling spreads across the continent—Swiss manufacturer Lindt launched its own version of the Dubai chocolate in Germany this month and customers queued for hours in the cold to get their...
- + Jaguar’s criticized radical rebranding makes consumers question how important products are to their identities—Jaguar, a sturdy symbol of British tradition and refinement, was one of several iconic companies that announced significant rebrandings in recent week...
- + HP trying to take pole position in a fast-changing future of work—CEO Enrique Lores says HP became Scuderia Ferrari's title sponsor earlier this year because of the sport’s 10-month season and reliance on technology....
- + Charlotte airport workers plan to go on strike over ‘poverty wages’ during massive Thanksgiving travel week—“We’re on strike today because this is our last resort. We can’t keep living like this,” cabin cleaner Priscilla Hoyle said in a statement. Read Mor...
- + UN climate talks end with $300 billion annual pledge. Here are the main takeaways—The hope is that the money from developed countries will help boost private investment to reach an ambitious goal of delivering at least $1.3 trillion...
- + Beijing’s internet censors have a new target: Social media echo chambers—Chinese internet giants will get about three months to adhere to Beijing’s new directive against “information cocoons”. Read More [Category: Business...
- + Thailand, the ‘Detroit of Southeast Asia’, is at the forefront of China’s battle for the global auto market—China has invested at least $1.4 billion in the nearby country’s auto plants. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Thailand, the “Detroit of Southeast Asia” is at the forefront of China’s battle for the global auto market—China has invested at least $1.4 billion in the nearby country’s auto plants. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + AI boom makes 139-year-old cable company Japan’s hottest stock—Fujikura, which makes wire cabling for data centers, is the best performer on the Nikkei 225 Stock Average index, with its shares surging more than 40...
- + GOP defends Gabbard after Democrats say Trump’s pick for intelligence chief is ‘compromised’—"The U.S. intelligence community has identified her as having troubling relationships with America’s foes. And so my worry is that she couldn’t pass a...
- + Chinese exports to hit record this year before second Trump term—“In the next few months, Chinese exports might benefit from panic-stockpiling by foreign companies.” Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Dollar’s sizzling rally cools as Bessent nominated for Treasury—Markets see Bessent taking a more phased approach on tariffs and attempting to rein in the budget deficit. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + ‘Glicked’ falls short of ‘Barbenheimer’ in box office debuts—“Wicked” and “Gladiator II” had a combined $270 million in worldwide ticket sales. Read More [Category: Movies]
- + Russia’s war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts say—"Russia cannot continue waging the current war beyond late 2025, when it will begin running out of key weapons systems." Read More [Category: Economy...
- + It’s college application season, but don’t worry: most schools accept most students—and rates are up—"Colleges are competing for a smaller pool of potential students, and as a result, those who do apply enjoy higher odds of admission." Read More [Cat...
- + Elon Musk takes aim at manned fighter jets and the Pentagon’s costliest weapons program—"Meanwhile, some idiots are still building manned fighter jets like the F-35," Musk posted on X. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Elon Musk takes at aim manned fighter jets and the Pentagon’s costliest weapons program—"Meanwhile, some idiots are still building manned fighter jets like the F-35," Musk posted on X. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Adani summoned by US SEC to explain position in bribery case—The SEC must send the summons via an “established protocol” involving diplomatic channels, which include the Indian Embassy in the US. Read More [Cat...
- + Morgan Stanley joins US peers putting Mideast HQ in Riyadh—The bank follows Wall Street rivals like Citigroup and Goldman Sachs in expanding their presence in the kingdom. Read More [Category: World]
- + Lutnick’s Cantor in talks with Tether about $2 billion Bitcoin lending project—Lutnick could deepen the financial ties between his businesses and the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin. Read More [Category: Cryptocurr...
- + Sleep 101: Tips and habits for getting a good night’s rest and boosting your health—Your complete guide to sleeping better, feeling rested, and optimizing your day. Read More [Category: Health]
- + As US debt hits $36 trillion, about 1 in 5 dollars the government spends repays investors for borrowed money—“It's clear the current amount of debt is putting upward pressure on interest rates, including mortgage rates for instance." Read More [Category: Eco...
- + How to watch Week 12 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—Could this be a weekend of upsets? Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Jamie Dimon says the next generation of employees will work 3.5 days a week and live to 100 years old—Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, says AI will enable people to work 3.5-day weeks in future. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 5 stalled mega mergers that could get a green light under Trump—Biden's aggressive antitrust enforcers stood in the way of deals involving names like Intel, Kroger and U.S. Steel. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Most Gen Zers are terrified of AI taking their jobs. Their bosses consider themselves immune—Young adults experience high AI anxiety. The same can’t be said for their company leaders. Read More [Category: Business]
- + 2025 is set to bring a ‘manager crash’ as burnout and lack of support reach a breaking point—A tsunami of burnout is coming for managers next year. Read More [Category: Business]
- + After Trump’s Project 2025 denials, he is tapping its authors and influencers for key roles—Trump has tapped Russell Vought for an encore at OMB, Tom Homan as "border czar," and immigration hardliner Stephen Miller as deputy chief of policy. ...
- + Wealthy polluters to pay $300 billion a year after bitter negotiations at COP29—The final deal commits developed nations to pay at least $300 billion a year by 2035 to help developing countries green their economies and prepare fo...
- + Goldman funds take $900 million hit on Northvolt, FT says—“While we are one of many investors disappointed by this outcome, this was a minority investment through highly diversified funds." Read More [Catego...
- + Trump names Rollins as agriculture secretary, rounding out Cabinet nominations—Rollins is a longtime Trump associate who served as White House domestic policy chief during his first presidency. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Gen Zers’ definition of financial success includes joining the top 1% — and they’re really confident about making it—Gen Zers on average believe an annual salary of $587,797 and net worth of $9.47 million are needed when they envision "financial success." Read More ...
- + How streamers helped designer Malin Leschly on her ‘winding path’ to become Logitech’s chief design officer—“Streamers want to look good, they want to sound good, and they want to have control over what they do,” she says. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + ‘First buddy’ Elon Musk is a source of insight into Trump for TikTok’s CEO as key deadline looms, report says—Musk was asked for his opinions on an array of issues, including the incoming Trump administration and potential tech policy, the Wall Street Journal ...
- + Treasury pick Scott Bessent scored billion-dollar wins with these bets on Wall Street—While little has been reported about his wealth, a look at Bessent's winning bets while working in finance offer some insight into how me made his for...
- + Musk ducks sanction for choosing rocket launch over SEC meeting—The SpaceX CEO already agreed to reimburse the SEC $2,923 to cover airfare for the trio of agency lawyers he stood up in Los Angeles in September. R...
- + Europe is already facing its next energy crisis—Escalating tensions in Ukraine have contributed to about a 45% surge gas prices this year. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + US Treasury pick Bessent ‘is a fiscal hawk’: Wall Street reacts—“He wants to rein in spending. Bessent wants to get the Secretary of the Treasury back in line with the markets.” Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Trump taps a Fox News personality, a surgeon and a former congressman to lead public health agencies—Trump nominated Marty Makary to lead the FDA, selecting a surgeon and author who opposed vaccine mandates and other public health measures during the ...
- + Elon Musk wants to gut the government like he did at Twitter. But his private sector strategies are going to be tested at DOGE—Unlike at Twitter, huge waves of government employee dismissals won't save much money. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + An investor says he put 98% of his retirement funds in Trump Media stock and won’t bail because Trump has a ‘secret’ plan—One retiree said he was down hundreds of thousands of dollars on Trump Media stock but then recovered most of his losses. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Is Putin secretly one of the world’s richest men? Experts estimate a $200 billion net worth—Experts all over the world have been trying to pinpoint Vladimir Putin's exact net worth, but no matter what they do, his fortune continues to be an u...
- + No one can figure out Russian President Vladimir Putin’s net worth. Here’s why experts still think it might be $200 billion—Experts all over the world have been trying to pinpoint Vladimir Putin's exact net worth, but no matter what they do, his fortune continues to be an u...
- + Elon Musk’s lawsuit could be the least of OpenAI’s problems—shedding its nonprofit status will cost a fortune—The price tag for shedding its nonprofit shell could run into the tens of billions of dollars. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Inside a Fortune 500 CEO’s manic plan to escape the U.S. ‘death tax’: ‘It’s not that I’m selfish for myself’—'Death and Taxes' tells the story of Harvey Schien, whose years-long pursuit is memorialized in a new film produced by his son. Read More [Category:...
- + Trump chooses Bessent to be treasury secretary, Vought as budget chief, Chavez-DeRemer for Labor—Bessent, 62, is the founder of hedge fund Key Square Capital Management, after having worked on-and-off for Soros Fund Management since 1991. If confi...
- + Trump team prepares to announce Scott Bessent as Treasury pick—Bessent, 62, served as a key economic adviser to Trump during the campaign, promoting his agenda and crafting policy speeches. Read More [Category: B...
- + You can now cheat on your spouse without breaking the law in New York— a century-old adultery ban was just repealed—No one really knew about it or enforced it anyway. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Nvidia’s stock surge means CEO’s foundation must double giving—The Jen-Hsun & Lori Huang Foundation saw its assets, which mostly consist of Nvidia shares, more than triple to $3.4 billion at the end of 2023. ...
- + US debt sustainability now seen as top financial stability risk—"Concerns surrounding US fiscal debt sustainability were atop the list this survey, followed by escalating tensions in the Middle East and policy unce...
- + GOP candidate’s message board mystery: CNN says he’s ‘black NAZI,’ he’s suing and says he was hacked—Robinson lost to Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein by nearly 15 points and will leave office at year-end. Read More [Category: Politics]
- + Yieldstreet seeks $75-$100 million in new funding as the investment platform weighs sale—Lovell Minnick Partners seeks investor for Fortis Payment Systems Read More [Category: Finance]
- + EVs and their ‘innate feeling of luxury’ will create a ‘new type of premium,’ says Kia’s top designer—“EVs allow us to create...a very premium experience for people who may not have been able to afford it in the past,” says Karim Habib, Kia's head of g...
- + SoulCycle CEO swears by these 5 morning habits—including the occasional Popeyes sandwich—CEO Evelyn Webster's morning routine: Crosswords, cold shower, and a sweat session. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Trump tariffs risk turning American businesses into corporate welfare recipients, warns Citadel’s Ken Griffin—“I am gravely concerned that the rise of tariffs puts us on a slippery slope towards crony capitalism,” the hedge fund billionaire told reporters. R...
- + Trump Media explores crypto payment service to go along with Truth Social, filings show—Trump Media filed a trademark application for a cryptocurrency wallet called TruthFi. Read More [Category: Business]
- + I would have stumbled without these 4 qualities: How women can defy gravity in their careers—Women at work can find success and climb the corporate ladder if they cultivate the right qualities, believes ex-CEO Leanne Caret. Read More [Categor...
- + German giant Bosch becomes latest firm to give employees unwanted 4 day week as economy falters—The €92 billion conglomerate Bosch is cutting hours and pay for hundreds of staff thanks to a "difficult economic situation." Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Blavity CEO Morgan DeBaun leads one of the largest Black tech conferences and creates a space for startup founders—DeBaun made the pivot from Silicon Valley a decade ago to focus on entrepreneurship. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How hiring and retaining foreign-born workers will get harder under a second Trump presidency—Immigration attorneys expect a spike in visa denials, a chilling effect among potential workers, and a tougher hiring landscape. Read More [Category...
- + We met during the idyllic summer of 2021. Here’s how we’re staying radically hopeful in the face of the anti-DEI backlash—'For Black people, hope isn’t just an optimistic outlook—it’s a survival mechanism,' write Aaron Long and Tynesha McHarris. Read More [Category: U.S....
- + Walmart just leveled with Americans: China won’t be paying for Trump’s tariffs, in all likelihood you will—Trump promised voters tariffs are a panacea for the economy, but Walmart finance chief John David Rainey warned they will be inflationary for customer...
- + How CFOs can avoid the ‘innovator’s dilemma’—During Fortune's Emerging CFO event, finance chiefs at Rivian and Embraer shared their perspectives. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Donald Trump’s second term could mean a wave of visa denials and a chilling effect on hiring immigrant talent—Experts certain jobs are more at risk, and hiring will get harder. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Jeff Bezos shuts down Elon Musk’s claim about selling Tesla stock ahead of U.S. election&#c2;&#a0;—Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos told people to sell shares in the EV maker because Trump would lose the election. Bezos denies t...
- + Jeff Bezos shuts down Elon Musk’s claim about selling Tesla stock ahead of U.S. election —Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos told people to sell shares in the EV maker because Trump would lose the election. Bezos denies t...
- + Elon Musk claims Jeff Bezos told people to sell Tesla stock ahead of U.S. election —Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos told people to sell shares in the EV maker because Trump would lose election. Bezos denies this....
- + America’s struggling budget airlines are pursuing premium passengers to solve their problems—United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby recently declared that low-cost carriers were using “a fundamentally flawed business model” and customers hate flying ...
- + Tomasz Tunguz on raising Theory Ventures’ $450 million second fund—Tomasz Tunguz’s Theory Ventures recently raised its second fund at $450 million, Fortune has exclusively reported. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Treasury Department may soon be able to strip tax-exempt status from nonprofits it claims support terrorism, worrying civil liberties groups—The proposal has drawn concern from nonprofits who say it could be used to target groups, including media, universities, and civil society groups, tha...
- + Under U.S. antitrust fire, Alphabet stock drops 6%—The prospect of selling Chrome is only part of it. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Bosses: Gen Z and millennial workers have no clue what you’re talking about when you use these acronyms—Acronyms to make the list include IRL and WFH—despite the latter dominating workplace conversations for well over four years. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Bosses: Workers have no clue what you’re talking about when you use these acronyms—Acronyms to make the list include IRL and WFH—despite the latter dominating workplace conversations for well over four years. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + HarperCollins strikes AI training deal with unnamed company amid rising copyright tensions between publishers and AI firms—In the latest development, U.S. publishing giant HarperCollins reached a contract with an unnamed tech company allowing it to use some of its books to...
- + Michael O’Leary blasts ‘ancient 1960s law’ as Spain slaps Ryanair with €108 million fine over ‘abusive’ baggage and seating charges—O'Leary called the fine by Spain's consumer rights ministry "unlawful and baseless" after an appeal was rejected. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Prime Minister Trudeau’s government plans to cut sales tax and send checks to millions of Canadians as election looms—Trudeau’s Liberals trail the opposition Conservatives 39% to 26% in the latest Nanos poll. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + A ‘potato cartel’ conspired to make your frozen fries 47% more expensive, lawsuits claim—The prices of frozen potato products—dominated by four companies—increased 47% in just two years, alleges one lawsuit. Read More [Category: Business]
- + DOGE notwithstanding, here are the 2 options Trump has to tackle the $35T national debt—The 2025 deficit needs to be reduced by $750 billion to stabilize national debt—or twice what the federal government spends to pay all civilian employ...
- + The West Coast is being hit by one of the biggest storms in decades. Here’s what to know about it—“It’s not necessarily how much rain falls; it’s how fast the rain falls." Read More [Category: Environment]
- + American Airlines is rolling out new tech to stop gate crashers from boarding before their group—Airline industry analyst doesn't see American's recent move as “shaming” customers who cut the line. Read More [Category: Business]
- + China’s richest person wants a personal apology from ByteDance’s founder for not stopping social media attacks against him—Zhong Shanshan, chairman of Nongfu Spring, is blaming two of China's Big Tech companies for troubles at his bottled water company. Read More [Categor...
- + Risk, rationality, trade and tariffs—Trade wars make it harder to coordinate when dealing with everything from climate change to cybercrimes—not to mention war, disease, and innovation. ...
- + Oregon towns are banning magic mushrooms as voters sour on drug reform 4 years after the state became the first to legalize psilocybin—In the wake of the fentanyl crisis, the rejection of drug liberalization measures has some experts questioning whether voters are rethinking their app...
- + 200,000 people around Seattle have no power as massive storm dumps heavy snow and record rain on Northwest—Forecasters warned the risk of flash flooding and rockslides would continue, and scores of flights were canceled at San Francisco's airport. Read Mor...
- + The American Dream failed millennials and Gen Zers—even DINKs earning over $100,000 say they can’t afford kids—Gen Zers and Millennial couples are opting out of having kids, or having children later. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The stock market is hot. So why is Warren Buffett sitting on the sidelines?—The storied investor tends to “zig when everybody else zags,” a top analyst said. Read More [Category: Business]
- + South Korea’s arms industry, once seen as backward for focusing on land weapons, is booming post-Ukraine—Domestic policy bars Seoul from sending arms to active conflicts, but possible North Korean involvement in Ukraine may push South Korea to change cour...
- + Singapore’s GDP growth last quarter zooms past forecasts due to booming chip demand—A rush for all things linked to artificial intelligence drove up demand for computer chips, a key Singapore export. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Sam Altman has an idea to get AI to ‘love humanity,’ use it to poll billions of people about their value systems—The OpenAI CEO said it was his one wish for AI Read More [Category: Business]
- + Three mystery whales have each spent $10 billion-plus on Nvidia’s AI chips so far this year—Jensen Huang's company retains its absolute dominance in artificial intelligence microchips, but longer term demand is eventually expected to prioriti...
- + The CEO of Anthropic blasts VC Marc Andreessen’s argument that AI shouldn’t be regulated because it’s ‘just math’—Dario Amodei is among the most prominent AI executives to be outspoken on potential risks associated with the rapid development of AI technology. Rea...
- + Trump taps his former lawyer Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws—Bondi was among a group of Republicans who showed up to support Trump at his hush money criminal trial in New York that ended in May with a conviction...
- + Google stock hammered after DOJ calls for Chrome sale—In September, U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled Google had illegally monopolized the search market. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Is Your Board Ready for AI?—It's not just employees who need guardrails around AI. The board of directors does as well. Read More [Category: Conferences]
- + How to watch the NFL’s Thursday Night Football Week 12 of the 2024-2025 season live online for free—and without cable—This could be an ugly one. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + Bitcoin nears $100,000 as SEC chair Gary Gensler announces he will step down—Bitcoin has been on a tear since Election night, breaking through $98,000 on Thursday. Read More [Category: The Coins]
- + About 1 in 3 of Trump’s cabinet picks have been accused of sexual misconduct—With six members of the 15-plus member leadership team facing allegations, approximately one-third of the top White House staff have a history of misc...
- + Father who faked his death to escape his wife and kids explains how he disappeared abroad without a trace—“The great news is we know that he is alive and well,” Podoll said. “The bad news is we don’t know where Ryan exactly is, and he has not yet decided t...
- + Long-living blue zone diets are fueling the latest superfood craze: Beans—Blue Zone expert Dan Buettner says beans are a diet staple of the world's longest living people. Read More [Category: Nutrition]
- + America’s new 1%: Free-spending DINKs shelling out for a luxury lifestyle of vacations and take-out —On average, DINKs spend four times more on dining each month than other Americans ($816 vs. $215) and allocate nearly double the typical budget for va...
- + Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun buys $6 million banana—and plans to eat it unless Elon Musk wants to send it to space—Sun outbid six others for the iconic work. Read More [Category: Business]
- + SEC Chair Gary Gensler resigns, leaves legacy of division and crypto feuds—Gensler oversaw a turbulent time for the Securities and Exchange Commission as it battled with crypto firms and Wall Street. Read More [Category: Cr...
- + SEC chair Gary Gensler resigns, leaves legacy of division and crypto feuds—Gensler oversaw a turbulent time for the Securities and Exchange Commission as it battled with crypto firms and Wall street. Read More [Category: Cr...
- + Matt Gaetz, unable to escape sexual misconduct allegations, withdraws as Department of Justice lead—While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition...
- + Trump’s incoming chief of staff—known as the ‘ice maiden’—faces a raft of special interests—Wiles co-led the former president's campaign and was widely credited with having run an operation that was far more disciplined than his two previous ...
- + The Rabbit R1 is an example of the AI industry’s “test your products in the real world” ethos—Rabbit CEO Jesse Lyu says its better to move fast and fix problems once users encounter them. Read More [Category: Artificial Intelligence]
- + Silicon Valley CEO warns ‘absolutely there’s a bubble’ in AI valuations: ‘Nobody would be surprised’ if OpenAI ‘disappeared next Monday’—Longtime tech executive Tom Siebel said the market is "way, way overvaluing" AI companies of all sizes, from startups to the $157 billion OpenAI. Rea...
- + Silicon Valley billionaire warns ‘absolutely there’s a bubble’ in AI valuations: ‘Nobody would be surprised’ if OpenAI ‘disappeared next Monday’—Longtime tech executive Tom Siebel said the market is "way, way overvaluing" AI companies of all sizes, from startups to the $157 billion OpenAI. Rea...
- + McDonald’s plans to keep $5 meal deals through the middle of 2025, a year longer than originally planned—And more deals are on the way. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + e.l.f. Beauty pushes back on short-seller allegations, shares recover—The company said it is "fully confident" in its financial statements. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + E.l.f. Beauty pushes back on short-seller allegations, shares recover—The company said it is "fully confident" in its financial statements. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + One-day gas deal: Circle K and Sheetz slash prices by 40 cents per gallon—And, in some cases, the discounts will last through the end of the month. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Elon Musk’s first order of business in Trump administration: Kill remote work—Together with DOGE partner Vivek Ramaswamy, they are targeting “mass headcount reductions across the federal bureaucracy.” Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Why Robinhood is spending $300 million to buy a wealth management platform—Robinhood wants in on the $84 trillion Great Wealth Transfer. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Beyond Meat CEO hopes to redefine the American diet. It’s why he defied haters by reformulating his products—Ethan Brown decided to make the Beyond products “unassailable from a health perspective.” Read More [Category: Health]
- + How a new Fortune 500 CEO went from intern to head of a $13 billion company—Her mantra? "I’m going to try to work myself out of a job." Read More [Category: Business]
- + ‘Executive nostalgia’ is holding workplaces hostage as the C-suite tries to get back to pre-pandemic norms—Many of America’s corporate executives have had enough of the remote-work experiment and are looking to go back to what’s comfortable for them. Read...
- + Gunmaker Sig Sauer ordered to pay $11 million to Philadelphia man wounded by pistol that went off by itself—The plaintiff's lawyers said the P320 pistol is prone to going off without the trigger being pulled, a defect that has led to scores of injuries aroun...
- + $749 million ‘treasure hunt’: Crypto miner fights to retrieve Bitcoin fortune he claims was accidentally thrown in landfill—"The treasure is getting more and more valuable by the day and that isn't going to stop," James Howells tells Fortune. Read More [Category: Cryptocu...
- + Nvidia again topped Apple to become Wall Street’s most valuable company. How it got there—by the numbers—The company has seen soaring demand for its semiconductors, which are used to power artificial intelligence applications. Read More [Category: Artifi...
- + From Nvidia to Anthropic, meet the Fortune 50 AI Innovators—Fortune looked at companies of all sizes revolutionizing industries with AI. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Canada’s provincial leaders want Prime Minister Trudeau to ink free trade deal with the U.S. that excludes Mexico—Ontario Premier Doug Ford chaired a phone call with all 13 provincial and territorial premiers and said they want Trudeau to do a straight bilateral t...
- + Australia plans to hit social media companies with $30 million fines if they fail to keep kids off their platforms—Proposed legislation would force social media firms to prevent those under 16 from accessing social media platforms. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Exclusive: Arcade, visual storytelling platform, raises $14 million Series A led by Kleiner Perkins—Arcade raised a $14 million Series A, led by Kleiner Perkins, Fortune can exclusively report. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Boeing’s CEO tells staff to stop ‘bitching by the water cooler’ and focus on beating Airbus—Boeing's new CEO Kelly Ortberg had some brutal feedback for staff, telling them to stop complaining and start competing. Read More [Category: Busines...
- + I worked with Steve Jobs. Here’s what he’d say about today’s leadership style—Many of today's leaders seem to have embraced the more dangerous traits of Steve Jobs without balancing them with his better qualities. Read More [Ca...
- + Ukraine-Russia war escalates as Kremlin launches intercontinental ballistic missile for first time—While only two people were injured, the Russian attack signals the start of a new stage in the conflict as more advanced weapons are rolled out by bot...
- + Uranium supplier announces $60 million Tennessee expansion as U.S. ramps up nuclear power—The expansion by Centrus Energy at its massive facility in Oak Ridge comes as the U.S. ramps up its reliance on nuclear power as a climate change solu...
- + Trump’s chief of staff is a former lobbyist. Now she’ll play the other side, policing special interests who want access to the president—As White House chief of staff, one of Susie Wiles’ vexing challenges will be policing the buffet line of powerful interests who want something from Do...
- + Gen Z are drinking less than their parents. The CEO in charge of Bud Light and Michelob is betting on nonalcoholic beer to woo them back—As Gen Z loses interest in drinking, Michel Doukeris and AB InBev are betting on non-alcoholic beers like Corona Cero and Budweiser Zero. Read More [...
- + Gen Z are drinking less than their parents. The CEO in charge of Bud Light and Michelob is betting on non-alcoholic beer to woo them back—As Gen Z loses interest in drinking, Michel Doukeris and AB InBev are betting on non-alcoholic beers like Corona Cero and Budweiser Zero. Read More [...
- + Women over 40 swear by a simple hack to build strength and counter aging—TikTok's leading menopause doctor swears by the weighted vest to counter age-related muscle loss. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Adani Group shares plunge by double digits after U.S. accuses Indian billionaire Gautam Adani of bribery—Shares in Adani Enterprises, the group's flagship company, fell by over 20%, helping erase an estimated $15 billion from Gautam Adani's net worth. R...
- + Swiss pharma giant Novartis says 30 pipeline drugs with ‘significant potential’ will drive long-term growth—CEO Vas Narasimhan said the Novartis pipeline has "significant potential to rejuvenate our portfolio and support mid-single-digit growth post 2029." ...
- + Ryanair threatens to drop 10 French regional airports over ‘short-sighted’ airline ticket tax hike—Ryanair currently operates at 22 smaller French regional airports, but says this will be cut by nearly 50% if ticket taxes are raised. Read More [Cat...
- + Massive storm pummels Northern California with rain and snow as largest ‘atmospheric river’ of season hits region—The storm system, which first hit Tuesday, is considered a “ bomb cyclone,” which occurs when a cyclone intensifies rapidly. Read More [Category: Env...
- + Trump defense secretary nominee, Fox News host Pete Hegseth, accused of sexual assault by woman in 2017 police report—Hegseth's lawyer did not immediately respond to a request for comment early Thursday. He has said Hegseth paid the woman in 2023 to head off the threa...
- + IKEA CEO on the ‘massive economic advantages’ of climate action—For companies leading rather than lagging in the field, it “has given massive economic advantages.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Ark’s Cathie Wood lets retail investors bet on Elon Musk’s private startups and potentially profit from his proximity to Trump—The fund has 15% exposure to Musk’s private companies. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Ark’s Cathie Wood lets retail investors bet on Elon Musk’s private startups and potentially profit from his proximity to Trump—The fund has 15% exposure to Musk’s private companies. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Inflation, China’s stumbling economy, and apocalyptic fear are driving a new gold boom. Investors think this time there’ll be no bust—Elko, Nev., site of the largest gold mine in the world, bears little resemblance to the gold rush town it once was. Read More [Category: Magazine]
- + Google’s departing EMEA president is a former Olympian and likes to kick off his morning rowing on the river Thames—Fortune sat down with Matt Brittin to discuss how European leaders can narrow the productivity gap with the U.S., uncover his favorite book, and learn...
- + French AI startup backed by Arnault plans to raise more funds—H, the French AI startup founded by veterans of Google’s DeepMind AI lab and backed by billionaires including LVMH's Arnault, is preparing for another...
- + Inside Elon Musk’s plans for a private preschool in Texas, which just got a permit to open and where children will learn to sweep, draw, and explore—Ad Astra—Latin for "to the stars"—just received its initial permit, and can now open its doors in Bastrop, Texas, near Elon Musk’s companies. Read Mo...
- + Inside Elon Musk’s plans for a private pre-school in Texas, which just got a permit to open and where children will learn to sweep, draw, and explore—Ad Astra — Latin for "to the stars" — just received its initial permit, and can now open its doors in Bastrop, Texas, near Elon Musk’s companies. Rea...
- + OpenAI CEO received $76,001 in pay last year, filing shows—Altman, who is worth at least $2 billion, has previously said he gets paid “whatever the minimum for health insurance is.” Read More [Category: Tech...
- + A billionaire titan and the former third-wealthiest person in the world was just charged in a mammoth $2 billion bribery scheme—The alleged plot involved code names, PowerPoints, and bribe notes as a way to pay out hundreds of millions in bribes to government officials, authori...
- + Cheaper turkey prices make Thanksgiving 2024 a little easier on your wallet—A 10-pound frozen turkey averages $10.40 this year, a 19% decrease from 2023. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Nvidia’s Jensen Huang pledges to ‘comply fully’ with Trump trade policies as uncertainty looms over chip industry—Despite Trump's tough-on-China stance, previous comments casting doubt on America’s commitment to help Taiwan defend itself against a potential Chines...
- + Nvidia crushes expectations, more than doubling its profit amid a 94% surge in revenue as AI demand booms—Nvidia topped analyst estimates across all metrics on its third quarter earnings call. Read More [Category: Business]
- + How Dr. Oz could change Medicare under President Trump—What you might expect from Oz if he runs Medicare, Medicaid, and management of the Affordable Care Act at the 6,000-person CMS. Read More [Category: ...
- + Wall Street avoids Nvidia selloff after blowout earnings call—Last quarter, a modest revenue and earnings beat was not enough to prevent a massive sell-the-news event, but that didn’t happen this time. Read Mor...
- + Wall Street avoids Nvidia sell-off after blowout earnings call—Last quarter, a modest revenue and earnings beat was not enough to prevent a massive sell-the-news event, but that didn't happen this time. Read Mor...
- + U.K. retailer Argos offers a baffling new take on the Christmas tree—Meet the umbrella tree… Read More [Category: World]
- + Elon Musk asked people to upload their medical data to X so his AI company could learn to interpret MRIs and CT scans—Health care experts are worried about Grok’s potential to breach patient privacy. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Short seller takes aim at beloved Gen Z makeup brand e.l.f. Beauty—A Muddy Waters report claims the company "materially overstated revenue." Read More [Category: Finance]
- + The real estate industry is gearing up for Trump 2.0 : ‘Opening the financial spigot will help the industry as a whole,’ top CEO says—Executives are painting a rosier picture either way. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Microstrategy breaks into top 100 U.S. publicly traded companies as Bitcoin reaches $94,000—Microstrategy has acquired a total of 331,200 Bitcoin since 2020, currently worth over $30 billion. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + Donald Trump’s commerce secretary pick Howard Lutnick is a Wall Street titan who lost his brother—and nearly 70% of his employees—in the 9/11 attacks—Some call Howard Lutnick the ‘most hated man on Wall Street.’ Others applaud his keen business acumen and consistent charity efforts after the World T...
- + Bitcoin billionaire Barry Silbert talks about his next big bet—on ‘decentralized AI’—Silbert will be CEO of Yuma, a new DCG subsidiary focused on the AI ecosystem tied to Bittensor blockchain. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Jersey Mike’s CEO is now worth almost as much as Mark Cuban after agreeing to sell his sandwich chain to Blackstone in a deal worth $8 billion—Peter Cancro has been with the sub sandwich chain for more than 50 years. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tapestry’s $8.5 billion merger with Capri was just scrapped. Here’s what that means for the CIO—With Tapestry's $8.5 billion merger with luxury retail peer Capri called off, CIO Yang Lu can dedicate her focus on innovative technologies, like arti...
- + Ford plans 4,000 more job cuts in Europe as EVs lose momentum—The reductions amount to around 14% of Ford European workforce and will primarily hit operations in Germany and the U.K. by the end of 2027. Read Mor...
- + Greece grinds to a halt: Thousands go on general strike over rising cost of living—Nearly 20,000 Greeks marched on the streets, while thousands of staff at bus, metro and train services, schools, courts and hospitals walked out in pr...
- + A key lesson for leaders from SAP’s CEO: ‘You cannot solve everything with technology.’—Christian Klein started with SAP as an intern. Now he's the CEO. Here's what he learned along the way. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Winning with a sports and entrepreneurial mindset—Success in business and athletics requires many of the same habits, including innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Read More [Categor...
- + Monkey Tilt raises $30 million in push to make online gambling more social—The site already has $200 million in monthly volume and plans to launch crypto payments. Read More [Category: Companies]
- + Jaguar’s rebrand backfired and is being widely mocked—with even Elon Musk piling on—Tesla CEO Elon Musk mockingly asked, “Do you sell cars?” after Jaguar release rebrand video. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Jaguar exec promises his team have not been ‘sniffing the white stuff’ as the luxury carmaker’s rebrand receives online backlash—Tesla CEO Elon Musk mockingly asked, “Do you sell cars?” after Jaguar release rebrand video. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Universal Music’s Jody Gerson says that women can learn a lot from Taylor Swift and her ‘unapologetic’ ambition—Jody Gerson was the first woman to serve as CEO of a major music publisher. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The CEO of Glassdoor breaks down the power shift in the labor market and how the hiring landscape has changed—The Great Resignation is over and it's an employer's market now. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Cava—the ‘Mediterranean Chipotle’—is one of Wall Street’s hottest stocks. Here’s why—Cava is leading 2024's fast-casual boom, with the stock dramatically outperforming the market along with salad chain Sweetgreen. Read More [Category...
- + Exclusive: Oishii, vertical farming startup, closes its Series B at $150 million—Vertical farming startup Oishii has closed its Series B at $150 million, Fortune can exclusively report. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Elon Musk wants to meet Alex Soros to ‘understand his goals’ after comparing his billionaire dad George to an X-Men villain—Alex Soros replied: “I often learn most from people whose views are different than my own. Open to meeting.” Read More [Category: Business]
- + Here’s how escalating Russia tensions could impact markets and supply chains, according to experts—The conflict could affect natural resources used in the production of semiconductors. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Employees are spending the equivalent of a month’s groceries on the return-to-office–and growing more resentful than ever, survey finds—The average employee returning to the office spends $561 per month–that's the average two-person household’s grocery bill in the U.S. for the entire m...
- + California voters reject nation-high $18 per hour minimum wage ballot measure—Proponents estimated that the measure would have benefited 2 million workers, including hotel and grocery employees. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Oculus founder Palmer Luckey is back, revolutionizing warfare with a $14 billion startup. And this time he wants you to like him—“I realized too late that my reputation is actually very important,” Luckey told Fortune. Read More [Category: Magazine]
- + Goldman Sachs tells investors Trump’s tariffs pose a major ‘event risk’ and to expect growth to slow in 2025—The investment bank forecasts 11% growth in the S&P 500 next year and warns the economy will be pulled in two different directions. Read More [C...
- + A Great Resignation 2.0 is simmering as employees feel overworked and underpaid, forcing them to look for greener pastures—The Great Resignation never really ended. But now employees’ challenges include their being overworked, underpaid, and not ready for AI. Read More [...
- + Xi Jinping will visit Brazil to ‘further enhance’ ties amid cloud of Trump’s return to White House—"The Global South is on a collective rise," Xi wrote in an article published in Brazilian media ahead of his visit on Wednesday. Read More [Category:...
- + Oaktree’s Marks says ‘uninvestable’ China offers bargains—“I’ve made my whole career buying assets that other people consider uninvestable." Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Walmart exec warns customers Trump’s tariffs could mean higher prices—“Our model is everyday low prices,” CFO John David Rainey said. “But there probably will be cases where prices will go up for consumers.” Read More...
- + China’s SpaceSail to challenge Elon Musk’s Starlink in Brazil—Elon Musk’s Chinese rival in the satellite internet business plans to start operations in Brazil in 2026. Read More [Category: Tech]
- + Walmart has mastered the dupe, sending the wealthy flocking to its stores—The company said about 75% of its gains this quarter came from customers making more than $100,000 per year. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Two men were indicted for running 247TVStream, a streaming service with live NFL, NBA, and NHL games—for as little as $10 a month—Authorities pegged the economic harm done by the illegal streamers at more than $100 million Read More [Category: Business]
- + Two brothers were indicted for running a streaming service with live NFL, NBA, and NHL games—for as little as $10 a month—Authorities pegged the economic harm done by the illegal streamers at more than $100 million Read More [Category: Business]
- + Tropicana reignited a 15-year feud with customers over its packaging design, slimming down bottles—The orange juice giant lost 20% of sales in less than two months in 2009 after a wildly unpopular brand redesign. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Quiet Capital raises $377 million for new fund: Filing—The San Francisco-based venture firm has invested in companies including Rippling and MasterClass. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Musk and Trump watch SpaceX launch together as Elon earns ‘uncle’ status among president-elect’s family—Trump’s granddaughter Kai Trump posted a photo of her with Musk at one of Trump’s golf resorts, writing that Musk was "achieving uncle status.” Read ...
- + A teen boy has been removed from school after fake images of nude female students appeared in a chat room—Pennsylvania students held a walkout this month, marching around the campus and chanting, “Hear us. Acknowledge us. See us." Read More [Category: Bu...
- + SEC’s Mark Uyeda waves off rumors he could be Trump’s pick for chair—Uyeda signaled that SEC chair Gary Gensler's time is nearing its end. Read More [Category: Cryptocurrencies]
- + Move over peanuts. Shake Shack burgers are coming to Delta flights—The Shake Shack meal will also come with chips, a Caesar salad, and a dark chocolate brownie. Read More [Category: Lifestyle]
- + Trump taps Dr. Oz, a heart surgeon famous for appearing on Oprah’s show who was later criticized for pushing fad diets, to lead Medicare and Medicaid Services—Dr. Mehmet Oz hosted "The Dr. Oz Show," which focused on health and wellness advice and won nine Daytime Emmy Awards. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Do energy drinks come with health risks? An expert’s warning—One expert cautions how much you should indulge in energy drinks—if at all. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Oakland accidentally publishes draft report saying city is nearly bankrupt before swapping it with official document—The draft report, briefly posted on the city’s website, claimed that Oakland faced a $93 million budget shortfall and warned of insolvency if urgent a...
- + A mystery buyer is secretly snapping up condos in a 22-story tower flanked by billionaire Ken Griffin’s empire—Is it him? Read More [Category: Business]
- + Nvidia analyst predicts ‘jaw dropper’ Q3 earnings—others on Wall Street are not so sure—Multiple analysts said Wednesday’s call could prove to be a “sell the news” event, just like last quarter. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Jensen Huang must answer 3 main questions when Nvidia reports earnings—The AI chip darling will once again take center stage for Wall Street when it reports after the bell on Wednesday. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Germany says it won’t be intimidated by new Russia nuclear doctrine: ‘Putin is playing with our fear’—"Putin is playing with our fear," Baerbock said. “He didn’t just start doing this 1,000 days ago. He started back in 2014." Read More [Category: Poli...
- + Xockets board member: Our case against Nvidia and Microsoft is about the future of American innovation—Xockets claim Nvidia and Microsoft are infringing by appropriating the small innovator’s patented DPU chip and boycotting its efforts to sell the righ...
- + Trump taps billionaire crypto booster Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary—Scott Bessent, Key Square Capital CEO, is considered front-runner for the Treasury spot. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Trump expected to tap billionaire crypto booster Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary—Trump expected to tap billionaire crypto booster Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary Read More [Category: Finance]
- + The 5 best and 5 worst countries for work-life balance—and American workers have it bad—Finland tops the list, while a 45-minute longer grind drags the U.S. down. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The soft-skills crisis: 1 in 4 execs wouldn’t even think of hiring an entry-level Gen Z grad—Even 40% of Gen Zers admitted there’s a huge gap between the soft skills they need for an entry-level job and what they have. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + The soft skills crisis: 1 in 4 execs wouldn’t even think of hiring an entry-level Gen Z grad—Even 40% of Gen Zers admitted there’s a huge gap between the soft skills they need for an entry-level job and what they have. Read More [Category: Bu...
- + TSA braces for what it says will be the ‘busiest Thanksgiving travel period on record’—More than 18 million people are expected in airports. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Europe on edge: What Trump 2.0 means for Ukraine, NATO, and the EU—'Trump will divide Europe’s long-term response to the war,' write former Estonian President Toomas Ilves and Yale political scientist Lauren Young. R...
- + A new, potentially more dangerous version of mpox has been found in the U.S.—Case in California is the first in the nation. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Blackstone acquires Jersey Mike’s sandwich chain with plans to ‘accelerate its expansion’—The transaction is "intended to help enable Jersey Mike’s to accelerate its expansion across and beyond the U.S. market," the companies said. Read Mo...
- + Instagram feed filled with junk? Site tests way for you to ‘reset’ suggestions—Update “will soon roll out globally,” Meta says. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Medicare Part B is getting more expensive and outpacing inflation. Here’s what you can expect to pay in 2025—The increase “is mainly due to projected price changes and assumed utilization increases that are consistent with historical experience,” according to...
- + Millennials choosing to be DINKs could push GDP down by as much as 4%—"By the time you get to 2030, you're talking about a birth rate that is wildly different to what was in the assumptions made at the beginning of the d...
- + Exclusive: Manufacturing platform Keychain raises $15 million in Series A funds, including from the maker of iconic breakfast cereals—Keychain is an online platform that connects food and beverage brands to manufacturers. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Spirit Airlines CFO faces ‘uphill battle’ as airline navigates Chapter 11 process—Fred Cromer started his CFO role at the company on July 8. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Singletons are ‘throning’—and dating experts say it’s a quick-ticket to long-term success—Dating experts say 'throning' works—it just depends on how your treat your ex and your newfound network. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Apple’s said to increase its Indonesia investment tenfold to reverse iPhone sales ban, signaling the country’s growing importance for U.S. tech giant—IDC, a market intelligence firm, notes that Indonesia is one of Apple's fastest growing markets in Southeast Asia. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Exclusive: Roboflow, vision AI startup, raises $40 million Series B—Roboflow has raised $40 million for its Series B, led by GV, Fortune has exclusively learned. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + Nestlé plans to double down on ‘billionaire brands’ in major overhaul, cutting $2.8 billion in costs—Nestlé is home to 31 brands that are "billionaires" in their own right. Still, it's slipped behind competitors—new CEO Laurent Freixe wants to fix tha...
- + Losses linger for crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp as steel sector suffers—Once a symbol of German industrial might, Thyssenkrupp's traditional steel business has suffered from high manufacturing costs, falling prices and fie...
- + Behind Jake and Logan Paul’s $200 million plus business empire: From Netflix Mike Tyson fight to Prime Energy—The Vine turned YouTube turned TikTok turned boxing star siblings have raked in millions from endorsements and product lauches. Read More [Category: ...
- + Jake and Logan Paul’s growing business empire: From Netflix Mike Tyson fight to Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s energy drink—The Vine turned YouTube turned TikTok turned boxing star siblings have raked in millions from endorsements and product lauches. Read More [Category: ...
- + Google may have to sell Chrome to address antitrust issues—It depends on what the judge says. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + Paris is panicking as 10,000 Parisians are abandoning the city each year—Paris is suffering from "unbearable urbanisation" critics say. Read More [Category: World]
- + Kering reshuffles ranks with new Yves Saint Laurent and Balenciaga CEO—The Paris-listed group warned last month that its annual profit will fall to its lowest level since 2016 on weak demand for its products, notably at G...
- + Swiss watch exports fall again amid plummeting demand in China—Swiss watch exports are on track to post an overall decline in 2024 for the first time since the pandemic disrupted yearly sales in 2020. Read More [...
- + Tax tips for HENRYs: 5 end of year moves if you are High Earner Not Yet Rich—"It’s remarkably difficult to make ends meet on very high compensation." Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Pizza Hut is introducing a tomato wine—No… really. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Ben Affleck says AI can’t ‘replace human beings making films’ because it lacks ‘taste’—The A-list star and director doesn't think AI will take over the movie industry, but he sees it as place for additional revenue to be made. Read More...
- + Lies, greed and exploding crockpots: How PE firm Cornell Capital’s purchase of Instant Brands went very wrong—Trustee Alan Halperin seeks to recover at least $400 million for Instant Brand creditors Read More [Category: Finance]
- + NYC is pausing aqueduct repairs to bring in more water as it issues first drought warning in 22 years—Mayor Eric Adams upgraded the drought warning and temporarily halted a $2 billion aqueduct repair project that had stopped drinking water from flowing...
- + Trump nominates former Wisconsin rep and Fox Business host Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary—Duffy is a former reality TV star who was one of Trump’s most visible defenders on cable news — a prime concern for the media-focused president-elect....
- + How Mark Zuckerberg has fully rebuilt Meta around Llama—Working with open-source models helped Llama catch up with ChatGPT; Meta stock, meanwhile, has reached all-time records. Read More [Category: Technol...
- + Ian Bremmer: Brace yourself — Trump’s foreign policy could reshape the business world—Trump's second administration has offered some clues about how its actions will affect America's military and trade partners. Read More [Category: Wo...
- + How Mark Zuckerberg went all-in to make Meta a major AI player and threaten OpenAI’s dominance—The open-source models that Zuckerberg helped Llama catch up with ChatGPT; Meta stock, meanwhile, has reached all-time records. Read More [Category: ...
- + What global business leaders need to know about Trump 2.0—Trump's second administration has offered some clues about how its actions will affect America's military and trade partners. Read More [Category: Wo...
- + Gen X founder of $63 million-a-year ice-cream company grows raspberries, blueberries and bok choi from her central London abode—Little Moon’s co-founder Vivien Wong lives near Mayfair, wears vintage Chanel and enjoys coffee in bed every morning. Read More [Category: World]
- + If Trump appoints Apollo CEO Marc Rowan as Treasury Secretary, he’d have direct influence over $24 trillion private equity market—The billionaire founder would be just the latest top PE executive to wield power in aTrump White House. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + If Apollo CEO Marc Rowan is tapped as Treasury Secretary, it could mean a boon for $24 trillion private equity market—The billionaire founder would be just the latest top PE executive to wield power in aTrump White House. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Trump’s pick for FCC chair wants to eliminate the law shielding social media companies from legal consequences for posts on their platforms—Section 230 lets social media companies like Meta, X, and TikTok bear no legal responsibility for content users post on their platforms. Read More [C...
- + Leading Singapore property developer CEO says simplicity beats complexity when it comes to design: ‘Boring is okay’—GuocoLand's Guoco Midtown mixed use development boasts occupancy rates of over 90% despite its more simple looking facade. Read More [Category: Busin...
- + Trump Media is near an all-stock deal to buy crypto platform Bakkt, report says—The move would be the first major acquisition on behalf of Trump Media, which already owns the small social media platform Truth Social. Read More [C...
- + The corporate exodus from China is gaining momentum, study says—The share of companies that are moving operations out of China jumped to 69% in 2024 from 55% in 2022, a Bain survey said. Read More [Category: Econo...
- + TikTok ‘dermfluencers’ have medical students flocking to dermatology, where they can make half a million dollars a year and work four days a week—Applications for MD dermatology programs have increased 15% in two years in the U.S. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Exclusive: Leaked Amazon documents identify critical flaws in the delayed AI reboot of Alexa—The planned update to voice assistant Alexa is bogged down with problems including latency, which requires "significant improvements,” an internal mem...
- + Super Micro just hired a new auditor that might save it from getting the boot from Nasdaq—The Nvidia-adjacent server maker hired BDO USA after its former auditor quit because it couldn’t trust the management team or the board of directors. ...
- + Sitting too much is a danger not even exercise can undo. Here are 5 tips to move more—Existing research has tied sedentary behavior to a slew of health problems in both children and adults, from obesity and poor sleep to cancer and Type...
- + Donald Trump’s presidency could light a speculative fire under gold, pushing the price to a fresh all-time high—Goldman Sachs sees plenty of upside in the price of bullion over the next thirteen months amid concerns over U.S. tariffs and debt sustainability ahea...
- + Trump confirms plan to declare national emergency and use the military for mass deportation—Trump's deportation plan is expected directly to impact around 20 million families. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Why you feel better waking up naturally vs an alarm, according to a neurologist—People can actually train their brains to wake up at a consistent time each day that is a natural stopping point. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Trump steps into the PGA-LIV drama: I can fix this in ’15 minutes’—Trump joined the “Let's Go!" podcast with Jim Gray and Bill Belichick on the eve of the election and said, “it would take me the better part of 15 min...
- + The ‘Oracle of Wall Street’ says home prices need to fall 20% to end the ‘generational schism’—“For homes to be affordable, that’s going to have to happen,” Meredith Whitney recently said. Read More [Category: Economy]
- + Taco Bell’s CEO has essential advice for success: ‘Don’t try to be a black belt in everything’—Sean Tresvant, the first Black CEO to run Taco Bell, says that it's okay to be 'a brown belt' in some things: ‘I understand I’m not a CFO but I have a...
- + Red Lobster’s CEO has a new favorite dish at the chain he’s trying to revive—Damola Adamolekun also wants to improve the layout and overall appearance of the menu itself to help customers find the best deals. Read More [Categ...
- + Red Lobster’s CEO has a new favorite dish at the chain he’s trying to revive—Damola Adamolekun also wants to improve the layout and overall appearance of the menu itself to help customers find the best deals. Read More [Categ...
- + How Trump can follow through on his campaign promise to stop double-taxing American expats—Only two other countries require citizenship-based taxation: Eritrea and North Korea. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Airbnb is offering wannabe gladiators the chance to play-fight in Rome’s Colosseum. Romans aren’t happy about that—Romans are not entertained. Read More [Category: World]
- + Tesla jumps as Elon Musk’s ‘bet for the ages’ on Trump is seen paying off with federal self-driving rules—Tesla stock jumped after a report said Trump's transition team is prioritizing the creation of federal framework for fully autonomous cars. Read More...
- + Tesla jumps as Elon Musk’s ‘bet for the ages’ on Trump is seen paying off with federal self-driving rules—Tesla stock jumped after a report said Trump's transition team is prioritizing the creation of federal framework for fully autonomous cars. Read More...
- + Thomson Reuters CEO: With Changes to U.S. policy likely, here’s what to expect for AI in business and government—Sitting out a tech revolution is simply not an option, writes Thomson Reuters CEO Steve Hasker. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Martha Stewart, insider trading, and political ambition—Did she suffer from hubris and a sense of entitlement? Perhaps. Did she deserve to go to jail for what she did—and forever lose the right to run her c...
- + Exclusive: Menopause startup Alloy raises $16 million—Monica Molenaar and Anne Fulenwider cofounded Alloy four years ago. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Elon Musk’s Trump gamble keeps paying dividends as advertisers resume spending on X after high-profile departure—Sending business to X may be a way of placating Musk now that the entrepreneur has the ear of the president-elect, someone with a history of punishing...
- + Elon Musk’s Trump gamble keeps paying dividends as Bob Iger’s Disney resumes advertising on X after high-profile departure—Sending business to X may be a way of placating Musk now that the entrepreneur has the ear of the president-elect, someone with a history of punishing...
- + Why Airbnb’s CEO supports employee favoritism in the workplace—Chesky argues that if they do it right, employee favoritism allows leaders to spotlight top performers and use them as role models for other workers. ...
- + Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy in China with prices well below U.S.—Prices vary by dosage, but a one-month supply of the 0.25 mg starter dose will cost 1,400 yuan ($193.31). That’s significantly lower than the $1,349 l...
- + Elon Musk’s business empire is taking over a small Texan town. Not all of its residents are pleased—How Bastrop, pop. 12,000, became a magnet for a handful of Musk companies. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + CFOs say tech talent is more important than ever—and are competing hard for it—Along with big tech companies, big banks are also working to attract top tech talent. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Employers are cracking down on company credit cards by blocking late-night spending and banning expensive lunch spots—One feature bosses are asking for is greater power over when and where employees can spend. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Why millennials and Gen Z should have a basic estate plan—"There are two options for your estate. Either you can decide where you want it to go, or you can let the state you live in do it." Read More [Catego...
- + Major mistakes led to Spirit Airlines losing 97% of its value in 6 years and a bankruptcy filing—Spirit, the biggest U.S. budget airline, has lost more than $2.5 billion since the start of 2020 and faces looming debt payments totaling more than $1...
- + Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy as it tries to recover from failed sale to JetBlue—Spirit, the biggest U.S. budget airline, has lost more than $2.5 billion since the start of 2020 and faces looming debt payments totaling more than $1...
- + How Tom Brady created a culture of winning as an NFL quarterback—Tom Brady discussed the leadership traits that lead to consistent wins. Read More [Category: Business]
- + French tech mogul Xavier Niel warns that Europe will be reduced to an ‘abandoned’ continent if it misses this crucial opportunity—Xavier Niel has had a hand in advancing Europe's tech foothold—like his investment into France's Mistral AI. Still, he worries Europe will slip behind...
- + Trump wants to ease U.S. rules for self-driving cars—It would directly benefit Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + FDIC boss credits one simple technology for helping more Americans than ever get a bank account—A simple banking innovation solves nearly every problem unbanked users say keeps them from getting an account. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + 1 dies and dozens are sickened after eating organic carrots contaminated with E. coli—Altogether, 39 people were infected and 15 were hospitalized in 18 states after eating organic whole and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms Read Mor...
- + Welcome to Elontown, USA: an unlikely Texas home base for Musk’s business empire—New jobs and developments are booming, but locals have been left to guess how their community fits into the billionaire’s plans. Read More [Category:...
- + Bitcoin rebounds from token’s largest retreat since U.S. election—Trump has made various pro-crypto pledges but there are open questions about the timetable for implementation and whether all are feasible — such as s...
- + On disrupted a loyal sneaker market. Now, the Roger Federer-backed brand has launched a ‘crazy’ $300 spray-on shoe—On has had a dream run, besting incumbents in the athletic shoe industry. With record sales, the Swiss company is still chasing "radical innovation." ...
- + Ramaswamy sees ‘massive cuts’ for contractors in efficiency push—"We expect certain agencies to be deleted outright. We expect mass reduction in force in areas of the federal government that are bloated." Read More...
- + A proposal for more logging to curb wildfires could boost timber harvests by more than 200%—A U.S. Forest Service proposal would overhaul the Northwest Forest Plan that governs about 38,000 square miles in Oregon, Washington and California. ...
- + Trump team is seeking to ease US rules for self-driving cars—If new rules enable cars without human controls, that would directly benefit Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO and a Trump mega-donor. Read More [Category: Arti...
- + More people are dropping out of the creator economy as those at the top get a bigger share of brand deals—The share of Bank of America customers earning income as content creators has declined for three years in a row. Read More [Category: Entrepreneurshi...
- + Biden lets Ukraine fire long-range US missiles inside Russia after North Korea sends troops to aid Putin—Vladimir Putin has warned that such a green light would mean that NATO was "at war" with Russia. Read More [Category: World]
- + Wall Street may now have to take Trump literally as the battle for Treasury secretary focuses on a centerpiece campaign pledge—Trump's advisers are seeking assurances from the top Treasury candidates that they are committed to his aggressive tariffs, sources told the FT. Read...
- + RFK Jr. is pictured with a McDonald’s burger as Trump Jr. says ‘Make America Healthy Again starts TOMORROW’—Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has been nominated to lead the Health and Human Services department, may have to get used to fast food if he serves in the ...
- + Trump’s scoreboard is S&P 500, and it’s Wall Street’s best hope—“If some of these policies start to impact his popularity, start to impact the stock market in a way that he perceives as being negative, I think that...
- + Even with Biden’s antitrust watchdogs likely headed out, the idea of taking on Big Tech ‘still has legs to it’—Still, some deals that got torpedoed by the Biden administration could find new life with Trump in command. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Since the pandemic, incumbents have been ousted in 40 of 54 elections in Western democracies — ‘A kind of electoral long COVID’—“There’s an overall sense of frustration with political elites, viewing them as out of touch, that cuts across ideological lines.” Read More [Categor...
- + North Korea may end up sending Putin 100,000 troops for his war—North Korea has so far sent more than 10,000 troops to fight alongside Putin’s army in Russia’s Kursk region. Read More [Category: World]
- + How to watch the Week 11 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable—It’s all about late Sunday afternoon. Read More [Category: NFL]
- + 50 million people have stopped buying luxury brands like Dior and Burberry after ‘broken promises’ to customers—‘A fabulous ice cream sundae is boring by the time you have it the fifth time,’ a retail analyst told Fortune Read More [Category: Business]
- + The CEO of KFC and Taco Bell China sits for hours and watches customers eat. It’s led to popular menu items—Yum China’s CEO spends hours observing customers eat—and it’s inspired some crowd-favorite menu launches at KFC and Pizza Hut Read More [Category: Bu...
- + Netflix’s Tyson-Paul boxing bout gets 65 million viewers at peak—More than 100,000 users reported network issues on the Downdetector website throughout the livestreaming of the Paul vs. Tyson fight. Read More [Cate...
- + Boeing issues layoff notices to more than 400 workers as it begins drastic cuts—Boeing announced in October that it planned to cut 10% of its workforce, about 17,000 jobs, in the coming months. Read More [Category: Business]
- + TikTok parent ByteDance valued at about $300 billion, WSJ says—A tender offer to employees in October 2023 valued ByteDance at $225 billion, and a December 2023 buyback boosted the valuation to $268 billion. Read...
- + Trump nominates fracking magnate and climate change skeptic as energy secretary—Trump called Liberty Energy's Chris Wright "one of the pioneers who helped launch the American Shale Revolution." Read More [Category: Environment]
- + Musk backs Howard Lutnick as Treasury secretary and calls Scott Bessent ‘business-as-usual choice’—“Business-as-usual is driving America bankrupt, so we need change," Musk said. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + In wartime Russia, some men may be worth more dead than alive, economist says—"Going to the front and being killed a year later is economically more profitable than a man’s further life." Read More [Category: Economy]
- + How high will Bitcoin go? Here’s what prediction markets say—For a contract on what price Bitcoin will hit in November, the odds are 72% that it will reach $95,000. The price with the next highest odds is $105,0...
- + MicroStrategy’s $26 billion Bitcoin cache is larger than IBM, Nike cash holdings—Only about a dozen companies, led by Apple Inc. and Alphabet Inc., hold more assets in their corporate treasuries. Read More [Category: Cryptocurren...
- + Harris raised more than $1 billion in her loss to Trump—and is still asking donors for more money—“The Harris campaign certainly spent more than they raised and is now busy trying to fundraise,” said Adrian Hemond, a Democratic strategist from Mich...
- + In the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, their paydays may have been vastly different—Nakisa Bidarian, cofounder of fight promoter Most Valuable Promotions, told CNBC that Tyson and Paul would each be making eight figures. Read More [C...
- + Anduril’s chair consulted with Trump on revamping US military—Anduril, valued at $14 billion in its most recent funding round, makes underwater vehicles, surveillance tools and autonomous weapons systems. Read M...
- + Elon Musk met with Iran’s U.N. ambassador as Tehran may look to ease tension with Trump—The discussion covered Iran’s nuclear program, its support for anti-Israel groups, and prospects for improved relations with the United States. Read ...
- + To apply for a job at Elon Musk’s DOGE, you’ll need to pay for an X premium subscription—You won’t get rich doing this, either. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Tom Brady schooled an auditorium full of CEOs on how to unlock greatness, even if you’re not a natural star—The football star spoke to an audience of businesspeople at Fortune's Global Forum in New York City. Read More [Category: Leadership]
- + You can lower your cholesterol by up to 25% with diet and exercise. Here’s what to eat more of, and what to cut out—Eating plant-based foods that are rich in fiber and healthy fats through what’s long been known as the portfolio diet is one excellent approach. Rea...
- + Biden’s Commerce Department rushes to finalize $6.6 billion in chip subsidies to TSMC before Trump takes over—Only about 10% of the world’s semiconductors are manufactured in the U.S. Read More [Category: U.S.]
- + Barcelona legend Gerard Piqué thinks he’s created the perfect sport for Gen Z’s falling attention span—The Kings League, which Piqué calls “football with a video game,” is building a massive youth-based audience. Read More [Category: Success]
- + Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 3 tips for staying active as you age: ‘Don’t think, just get going’—Exercise isn’t supposed to be a luxury for older adults, but it can be hard to get moving again. The “Terminator” star is back to help. Read More [Ca...
- + Your resting heart rate can tell you a lot about your health. Here’s what your pulse should be at every age—Factors including stress, hormones, anxiety, medication, and physical activity also contribute to what may be considered a healthy resting heart rate ...
- + RFK Jr. wants Trump to remove fluoride from water over health claims. Here’s what science says.—A primer on fluoride in drinking water, its history of controversy, and what the science says. Read More [Category: Health]
- + FBI finds $8.3 million embezzled by ‘pure evil’ Kansas banker in a cryptocurrency account—In August, former Kansas bank CEO Shan Hanes was sentenced to 24 years after stealing $47 million from customer accounts and wiring the money to crypt...
- + Binge drinking is on the rise among older adults. Here’s why it’s more dangerous and how to spot the signs—Older adults are more susceptible to the effects of alcohol. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Reactiv, mobile commerce startup, launches out of stealth with $5 million seed round—Canada-based Reactiv has raised $5 million in a Bonfire Ventures-led seed round, Fortune has exclusively learned. Read More [Category: Markets]
- + BNY becomes first bank in history with $50 trillion in assets under custody and administration on the way to a record quarter—One of the oldest banks in America crossed a historic milestone last quarter, but it's not all good news Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Most Americans who want to lose weight don’t want to take GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, new survey says—Men, baby boomers, and postgraduate-degree holders were among those most likely to say they wouldn’t choose medication over dieting. Read More [Categ...
- + Wells Fargo’s new government banking boss seeks to expand portfolio of 3,000 clients—The money center bank now has a new head of government banking. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Harris holds a 66-electoral-vote lead over Trump, calculates prominent data scientist—Data scientist Thomas Miller has crafted a model for forecasting the 2024 presidential election that appears far more reliable than polling. Read Mor...
- + Trump warns John Deere of ‘200% tariff’ but market shrugs off the threat—John Deere announced earlier this year that it would lay off over 800 workers across factories in Illinois and Iowa. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + Jamie Dimon’s right hand man is ready to lead JP Morgan—but time is not on his side—Dimon recently called Daniel Pinto his ‘hit-by-a-bus’ successor, but that doesn't mean the top job awaits. Read More [Category: Finance]
- + One of the largest blockchain fund of funds has raised over $135 million across two new vehicles—Accolade has invested in top crypto venture firms from a16z to Haun. Read More [Category: Technology]
- + From the Olympics to the US Open, here’s why I keep the Chase Sapphire Reserve® credit card in my wallet—An under-utilized perk of the Chase Sapphire Reserve is the special access and perks you can get at many events. Here’s how to get in on the fun. Re...
- + Antidepressant not working? AI may do a better job than your doctor in matching you with the best medicine—“People are going through three or four trials before they get the right medication,” a public health researcher tells Fortune. Read More [Category: ...
- + One of the best things you can do for your mental health and well-being, according to a psychologist who counsels U.S. Olympians—Nurturing mental wellness is as important as treating mental illness, according to a psychologist treating Olympic and Paralympic athletes in Paris. ...
- + The 10 best prepaid debit cards you can get without a credit score—No checking account? No problem. These prepaid debit cards let you add funds and swipe to pay without a ton of fees. Read More [Category: Personal Fi...
- + FHA loan vs. conventional loan: What homebuyers should know—FHA home loans can be a good option for first-time homebuyers, as well as those with lower credit scores, as they’re backed by the federal government....
- + The 5 biggest weight loss myths that ‘need to die,’ according to an obesity doctor—If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you may have experienced one of these popular pitfalls. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Mortgage prequalification vs. preapproval: Which is best?—Lenders may differ in how they use the terms, but a mortgage preapproval is generally the more thorough and helpful in determining how large of a mort...
- + How to buy a house with bad credit—Lenders typically want homebuyers to have a FICO Score of at least 620, but it may still be possible to get a mortgage if your score is 500 or higher....
- + What is down payment assistance and how do you get it?—If you qualify, down payment assistance can make homebuying more affordable. Read More [Category: Mortgages]
- + 8 best secured credit cards to help build or repair your credit—We compared dozens of secured credit cards across numerous financial institutions and weighed minimum account deposits, annual fees, credit limits, re...
- + How much should a house down payment be?—If you’re a first-time homebuyer feeling worried by the 20% down payment guidance commonly quoted, know that a down payment can actually be much lower...
- + The number of Black Fortune 500 CEOs is still abysmally low. A ‘shocking’ corporate DEI practice might be to blame, Stanford professor says—Corporations have touted their diversity initiatives, but may not be following through Read More [Category: Business]
- + Chase offers up to 90K Miles for new United Cardmembers, just in time for holiday travel—An increased bonus for certain United Airlines credit cards from Chase make summer and fall travel even more achievable than before. Read More [Cate...
- + Energy and manufacturing dominated the Fortune 500’s first top 50 companies in 1955—GM, Goodyear, Lockheed Martin and Boing are among the companies that managed to place in the top 50 spots in the first publication of the Fortune 500 ...
- + Fortune 500 CEOs can’t stop thinking about AI—even if they have modest ambitions for the new tech—CEOs are most interested in using AI to automate customer service and back-office tasks—goals they had before the new tech burst onto the scene. Read...
- + Fortune 500 CEOs are upbeat on the economy—and they wish they owned Microsoft and Nvidia stock—Results from our annual survey of Fortune 500 chief executives. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The 70th edition of the Fortune 500 shows how the biggest businesses stay successful for decades—Can Microsoft follow in the footsteps of General Motors, Exxon Mobil, and Johnson & Johnson? Read More [Category: Business]
- + How AI and high interest rates shaped this year’s Fortune 500—Big banks gained in rank, while technology sector market capitalizations skyrocketed. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The share of Fortune 500 businesses run by women can’t seem to budge beyond 10%—Women run 10.4% of Fortune 500 companies, the same as last year. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Capital One Miles: Everything you need to know in 2024—As a credit card rewards program, Capital One Miles may have too many vexing shortcomings for the average consumer—but a niche type of traveler may fi...
- + 3 dream trips you can take with 100,000 Amex Membership Rewards Points—From petting wombats in Sydney to sipping authentic ramen in Tokyo, here are three dream trips you can take with 100,000 Membership Rewards Points. ...
- + GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy are all the rage—but people are quitting them too fast to achieve meaningful weight loss, finds 170,000-patient study—Sales of antiobesity drugs hit $1.1 billion in the second quarter of 2023. Read More [Category: Health]
- + How to use Delta Companion Certificates to save hundreds of dollars on your next flight with your Plus-One—One of the best perks that comes with certain Delta co-branded credit cards is the companion certificate. We’ll show you how to get the most out of it...
- + How paying your rent can get you to Europe—If you’ve been paying rent by check or transfer, you’ve been missing out on tens of thousands of reward points a year. Simply by paying rent using the...
- + Alcohol-fueled hospital visits are spiking among middle-aged women, study says: ‘We simply just don’t know what’s causing this’—Existing research shows alcohol use among women had already begun to skyrocket before the onset of COVID-19. Read More [Category: Health]
- + Fortune partners with Accenture on AI tool to help analyze and visualize the Fortune 500: ‘You can’t ask a spreadsheet a question’—Fortune’s incoming CEO, Anastasia Nyrkovskaya, said the tool will draw on decades of proprietary data. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Why I switched from travel rewards to cash back credit cards—how to know if you should, too—If you're not interested in dealing with the learning curve of maximizing points and miles or you want the flexibility to use your rewards however you...
- + What is a Fortune 500 company? The story behind the list—The Fortune 500 is the ranking of the largest companies in the U.S. based on revenue. Read More [Category: Business]
- + The “Fortnite Fraudster” stole my credit card—here’s what to do if he strikes your wallet—In 2022, someone I eventually dubbed the “Fortnite Fraudster” stole my Chase card info. Here’s what happened and what we should all learn from it. R...
- + The Centurion Card from American Express: A $5,000-a-year status symbol few can actually get—The Centurion Card from American Express, famously known as the Amex Black card, is one of the most exclusive cards on the planet. It’s available by i...
- + Amex Centurion Lounge Atlanta: What to expect now that it’s open—Here's what to really expect when you visit the Atlanta Centurion Lounge from a visit now that it is open. Read More [Category: Credit Cards]
- + Methodology for Fortune’s 2024 ranking of in-person master’s in data science programs—Fortune is unveiling our 2024 ranking of in-person master's degree programs in data science. In total, we ranked 29 programs. Read More [Category: Ed...
- + 4 tips to being in one of the first American Airlines boarding groups—Wondering how to upgrade your boarding group the next time you travel with American Airlines? Here are four methods to ensure you board more quickly. ...
- + How to get Delta Sky Priority status (and why you should want it)—Delta Sky Priority helps you to skip long lines at check-in and security checkpoints, board the plane before others, and quickly collect your checked ...
- + Are electrolyte powders good for you? What nutrition experts want you to know before taking any hydration supplement—Few studies have been conducted on the effects of these electrolyte powders and other hydration supplements. Read More [Category: Health]
- + How do balance transfers work, and will one work for you?—A balance transfer can allow you to pay off your debt while taking advantage of an introductory 0% APR period. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Safe investments with high returns: 9 strategies to boost your portfolio—Bonds and cash are offering high yields thanks to the Fed’s rate hikes. Here’s what you should consider before investing. Read More [Category: Person...
- + Alliant Cashback Visa® Signature Card review: A standout flat-rate card for credit union members—Earn an impressive 2.5% cash back when you meet certain requirements. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Average credit card debt is on the rise for Americans in 2024—Credit card debt statistics show that overall debt is rapidly increasing in the United States, rising by more than $45 billion in 2023. Read More [C...
- + What is a secured business credit card and how can one benefit your business finances?—Starting a new business? A secured business credit card could give you the funding and flexibility you need. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + New York Road Runners CEO’s mental health push aims to lure new athletes—and could help with inclusiveness—New York Road Runners' CEO is promoting the benefits of running to better engage and grow participants. Read More [Category: Business]
- + CD rates have been skyrocketing, but they’re on their way down—The top CD rates are already paying 5% or more. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + 15 side hustles that pay (up to $200) daily—It's possible to get paid the same day you work with these side hustle ideas. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + 10 work-from-home jobs that don’t require talking on the phone (and pay up to $80K)—From data entry to freelance writing, you can earn a competitive salary without having to pick up the phone. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + The pros and cons of getting a money market account, according to financial advisers—When saving money, picking the right account for your financial goals is crucial for building wealth. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Saving vs. investing: How to choose the right strategy to hit your money goals—While it’s become easier to invest with less money, saving is sometimes the better choice. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Growth vs. value stocks: How to decide which is right for you—Growth stocks involve more risk while value stocks are more stable. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Should you use a cosigner to get a loan? The pros and cons—A cosigner can help you qualify for a loan, but there are risks including impacting the cosigner’s credit score or finances. Read More [Category: P...
- + Student loan forbearance vs. deferment: Key differences and how to choose between the two—Almost 43 million Americans carry student loan debt. Forbearance and deferment are two ways borrowers can freeze their payments. Here are some factors...
- + This is how much money you need to earn annually to comfortably buy a $400,000 home in 2024—We break down what you need to earn to afford a $400,000 home in the United States. Salary, down payment, insurance, PMI, and taxes are all factors. ...
- + What are dividends? How they work and key terms you need to know before investing—Dividends are one way for investors to earn income. Here’s how they work. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + How to buy umbrella insurance to fill gaps in your insurance coverage—Umbrella insurance extends your liability coverage. Here’s how to buy it. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + How much should you be investing? Some experts recommend at least 15% of your income—When determining how much you should invest, consider your income, debt, and emergency fund. Read More [Category: Personal Finance]
- + Top 5 online master’s in data science programs that don’t require the GRE—Data science is a burgeoning field, and over the past decade, universities have been developing academic programs to help meet the demand for data-sav...
- + How the New York City Marathon’s new race director is putting on the event during COVID—The race will have 40% fewer runners to ensure social distancing. Read More [Category: Business]
- + Inside the secret world of Trader Joe’s—America’s hottest retailer is notoriously hush-hush. Fortune uncovers the secrets of its success. Read More [Category: Magazine]
- + Today’s GOP: The party’s over for big business—In a political arena now dominated by small-business populists, anti-government conservatives, and the religious right, corporate America's the odd ma...
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