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TikTok owner signs deal to sell US business

The deal would end years of efforts by Washington to force ByteDance to sell its US operations.

Palantir CEO Says Making War Crimes Constitutional Would Be Good for Business

Alex Karp vows to use his "whole influence" on immigration and defense policy.

'Going viral doesn't mean you're earning millions'

Women in business can't complain about how little they make for fear of looking greedy, an academic says.

Ford’s big bet on EVs didn’t pan out — now its pivoting to hybrids and energy storage

Ford announced a series of changes to its gas- and electric-powered vehicle business aimed at dramatically increasing hybrid vehicle production in the face of slowing EV sales. The automaker also introducing some new products as part of this plan, including a…

Donald Trump reminds the entire world he has no idea what 6G means

When business leaders spout buzzwords like "AI," "8K" and "5G," sometimes in the same sentence, we often get a sneaking suspicion they don't know what they mean! With President Donald Trump, there's no need to wonder: he clearly has no idea. "What does [6G] d…

Larry Ellison’s big dumb gift to his large adult son

Media is a business about dreams, and Larry Ellison's son is dreaming big. This might explain why the case for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery is so incoherent. In October, Warner Bros. put itself up for sale, leading to a number of bids. The…

Crucial is shutting down — because Micron wants to sell its RAM and SSDs to AI companies instead

Micron is retiring the Crucial brand, marking the end of its line of budget-friendly solid-state drives (SSDs) and RAM kits, as reported earlier by VideoCardz. In an announcement on Wednesday, Micron says winding down its consumer-focused business will “impro…

The best shows and movies to stream on Netflix in 2025

Netflix has had an interesting year. Its ad tier, introduced last year, has grown significantly, and its live TV initiative has expanded to include not only weird one-offs like hot-dog-eating grudge matches but also WWE programming. Taking KPop Demon Hunters …

Cloudflare Has Blocked 416 Billion AI Bot Requests Since July 1

Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince claims the internet infrastructure company’s efforts to block AI crawlers are already seeing big results.

Uber Will Now Let Advertisers Target You Based on Your Movement and Delivery Data

I know what you're thinking: "They weren't already doing this?"

Paramount launches a hostile $108 billion bid to snatch Warner from Netflix

Paramount has launched a $108.4 billion hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, calling Netflix’s $83 billion arrangement to purchase the entertainment giant’s studios and streaming service “inferior.” The Paramount proposal, unlike Netflix’s, would …

The ChatGPT app store is here

On Wednesday evening, OpenAI launched an App Directory to browse all the tools currently available and opened its SDK for developers to build new interactive experiences that operate within the bot's UI. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said last month that "We are plan…

ChatGPT and Copilot are being booted out of WhatsApp

OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot are both leaving WhatsApp thanks to upcoming changes to the messaging app’s terms of service that will prohibit using it to distribute AI chatbots not made by Meta. OpenAI announced its planned departure a few weeks ag…

Meta Is Considering Charging Business Pages To Post Links

Meta is informing some users that they will soon be restricted in how many link posts they can share each month, unless they pay for its Meta Verified subscription service. As per the notification message: "Starting December 16, certain Facebook profiles with…

Ford Ends F-150 Lightning Production, Starts Battery Storage Business

Ford has effectively pulled the plug on the all-electric F-150 Lightning, pivoting away from full-size BEV pickups toward hybrids, range-extended EVs (EREVs), and even data-center battery storage. Ars Technica reports: Ford's announcements today can't be said…

My last-second holiday wish list for the business world

I'm not looking for new sneakers or some cool electronics. But a solution to Wall Street's recruiting cycle would be nice.

Ukraine's special-ops buggies are fast — but dodging drones is a dangerous gamble

Ukrainian special operators described to Business Insider how they came under Russian fire driving buggies near the front lines.

Mozilla’s new CEO is doubling down on an AI future for Firefox

Mozilla is in a tricky position. It contains both a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the internet a better place for everyone, and a for-profit arm dedicated to, you know, making money. In the best of times, these things feed each other: The company…

What do Wall Streeters really want for the holidays?

Business Insider wants to know what presents are on the top of Wall Streeters' wish lists.

OpenAI's Code Red: Protect the loop, delay the loot

In the tech business, nothing matters more than users. ChatGPT ads can wait, but not forever.

Nvidia staffer called Microsoft's cooling system for Blackwell GPUs 'wasteful,' internal email shows

An internal memo, obtained by Business Insider, assessed Microsoft's deployment of cutting-edge GPUs.

How elite business schools like Wharton are overhauling curriculum as AI reshapes Wall Street bankers' futures

The University of Pennsylvania and Vanderbilt are revamping business education as AI transforms Wall Street.

From McKinsey to PwC, here's how elite consulting firms are racing to hire engineers — and train everyone else in AI

Business Insider spoke to nine executives and industry insiders about how consulting's talent recruitment is changing.

Square’s product chief on the death of the penny and the future of money

Today, I’m talking with Willem Avé, who’s head of product at Square. You know Square — it was started by billionaire Jack Dorsey, of Twitter fame, more than 15 years ago, and it got big on the back of that little magnetic reader that plugged into the headphon…

Climate Rising: Extending Apparel Lifespan with ThredUp

The business model, brand strategy, and AI tools powering one of the largest secondhand clothing platforms.

Russian infiltration teams are exploiting bad weather to sneak past Ukrainian lines

A senior Ukrainian defense official told Business Insider that Russian infiltration tactics have been successful in bad weather.

Videos show what it's like watching British Typhoon and Swedish Gripen jets refuel at 30,000 feet

Business Insider embarked on a British Voyager aircraft to watch it refuel NATO fighter jets around Europe.

Nvidia says it's 'delighted by Google's success' — but 'Nvidia is a generation ahead of the industry'

A report sent shares of Nvidia tumbling as concerns increase that Google is coming for its chip business.

Ukrainian soldiers say Russian strike drones are flying smaller drones into battle like an 'aircraft carrier'

Ukrainian soldiers told Business Insider that the tactic extends the reach of Russia's deadly first-person-view (FPV) drones.

'Big Short' investor Michael Burry sold GameStop weeks before it skyrocketed: 'I had no idea what was coming'

Michael Burry of "The Big Short" fame wrote on Substack that a "crappy business" became the "belle of the ball."

YouTube star MrBeast confirms he's moving into financial services

MrBeast's company confirmed it's looking to launch a financial services platform, confirming earlier reporting by Business Insider.

I plan parties for celebrities like Ariana Grande and Nick Jonas. A-listers love holograms and hyper-local cuisine.

Edward Perotti, a celebrity event planner, told Business Insider about his career — and what trends are popular with A-listers.

Ukraine's naval drones are gunning for Russia's 'shadow fleet.' A security source says a tanker just suffered a critical hit.

A source in the Security Service of Ukraine told Business Insider that Kyiv has attacked three tankers since late November.

Bring Your Extended Leadership Team into Strategy Decisions

The C-suite, business-unit presidents, regional CEOs, and functional heads should operate as a single, interconnected system.

‘SignalGate’ Inspector General Report Wants Just One Change to Avoid a Repeat Debacle

The United States Inspector General report reviewing Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's text messaging mess recommends a single change to keep classified material secure.

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist and mogul Jimmy Lai sentenced

The business mogul and activist has been in ailing health and has already spent more than 1,800 days in solitary confinement in Hong Kong before his verdict.

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

We got an inside look at a Target warehouse ahead of Black Friday to see the massive push to keep stores stocked

Target gave Business Insider an exclusive look at one of its distribution centers ahead of the holidays, as merchandise is sorted and sent to stores.

Omnicom's CEO breaks down his plan to beat rivals in AI after the ad giant's blockbuster $9 billion IPG deal

In an interview with Business Insider, Omnicom CEO John Wren outlined his vision for what is now the world's largest ad firm.

Welcome to the 'Hamptons of England'

Rich Americans are flocking to the Cotswolds, giving this pocket of English countryside a new transatlantic flavor. See Business Insider's reporting on the "Hamptons of England."

Russia is trying to hit Ukrainian helicopters and other aircraft midair with Shahed drones, deputy defense chief says

Lt. Col. Yurii Myronenko told Business Insider that Russia is testing new deep-strike weapons, including modified Shaheds and new models.

I flew in Air India's posh business-class seat for 15 hours. I didn't want to get off the plane.

My long-haul international flight in Air India's business class had great suite-style seats, storage, and amenities that made the upgrade worth it.

What it takes to be in a $10 million Army Stryker crew

Business Insider embedded with the crew of a US Army Stryker armored combat vehicle in during a training exercise in Germany.

The world's biggest business leaders are talking about AI — and they predict 'some headline blow-ups'

At the DealBook Summit, Larry Fink, Dario Amodei, and other business leaders predicted that AI is here to stay — but not all the AI players are.

Money lessons from generational family businesses

We spoke with three families who told us what it really takes to inherit and keep a family business alive for generations.

Palmer Luckey is ushering in a new age of defense tech

Luckey's on a victory lap as he shepherds the US into a new era where one of the biggest business battlefields is the literal battlefield.

Meet the young founders who have raised millions for their startups

In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about the founders under 27 who are starting their own tech companies.

Rivian's autonomy chief says lidar is 'very affordable' and a 'no-brainer' decision

Rivian's autonomy chief James Philbin told Business Insider that the cost of lidar, a sensor that can be found in robotaxis, is no longer expensive.

MrBeast loves giving away cash. Now he wants to launch a new YouTube channel focused on finance and investing.

YouTube creator MrBeast said he wants to post videos that teach viewers financial literacy as he prepares to launch a financial services business.

Slate's design chief explains why the startup built its electric truck without screens, stereos, or power windows

Slate's head of design told Business Insider the startup aimed to capitalize on the backlash against digital controls and unwanted features.

Ukrainian special ops forces narrowly dodged a drone strike. A soldier says his driver 'drove like a god.'

A Ukrainian operator who survived the attack told Business Insider that he credits the vehicle driver with saving the crew's lives.

Unjammable drones are leaving wires everywhere, forcing Ukrainian troops to move with caution

Small drones controlled by fiber-optic cables have turned parts of the battlefield into webs, a Ukrainian special operator told Business Insider.

'Tis the season for plaid and jewel tones. Here's how you can incorporate the Ralph Lauren Christmas look into your holiday decor.

In this Saturday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about how you can incorporate the Ralph Lauren Christmas look into your home.

I was successful but depressed at 41. I found a fulfilling side hustle in therapy, and negotiated a 4-day week to pursue it.

Ben Tye, the CEO of a business consultancy, argued that stepping away from work once a week would give him a fresh perspective.

Ukrainian robotics company says autonomy in defense is overhyped — but it's also past the point of no return

Defense forces "want a hundred percent reliability and the AI is just not there," Ark Robotics' founder and CEO told Business Insider.

I'm the CEO of Habit Burger. I swear by my Oura ring, daily workouts, and non-negotiable family time to stay balanced.

Habit Burger CEO Shannon Hennessy told Business Insider about her non-negotiable daily routine, from grinding her coffee beans to her daily workouts.

Inside the high-speed missions fueling Western fighter jets on Russia's doorstep

Business Insider went aboard a Royal Air Force Voyager tanker to watch it refuel NATO fighter jets operating over Eastern Europe.

Ukrainian security source says Russia reacted to an attack by firing missiles into its own buildings

A source in the Security Service of Ukraine told Business Insider that the incident happened during an attack on the port city of Novorossiysk.

I toured the new Airbus plane that will replace American's one-of-a-kind A321T. See how the cabins compare.

American has axed first class for a single business cabin with beds and doors. The plane is overall chic and modern, but there's a row I'd avoid.

We upgraded to Delta One on our 10-hour flight. The trip was so good I didn't want it to end — and I don't like flying.

Paying thousands of dollars to upgrade from Delta Premium Select to Delta One international business class was a great value because of the perks.

Ukrainian drones hit a Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker in the Mediterranean Sea for the first time, security official says

A source in the Security Service of Ukraine told Business Insider that the attack was carried out more than 1,240 miles away.

A 55-year-old health founder shared 55 reasons he feels his fittest, sharpest, and happiest. 5 tips could add 10 years to your life.

Kevin Dahlstrom's tips for healthy aging include walking daily. He told Business Insider health has been a priority since he got sick in his 20s.

A new combat-proven ballistic missile shield that shot down Iranian threats is now deployed to Europe

The Arrow system has shot down hundreds of ballistic missiles fired by Iran and its allies, its manufacturer told Business Insider.

Three best friends built an AI startup — and have a pact to drink one beer if it all collapses

Three friends, who raised $8 million for their AI startup, explained how to keep their relationship strong amid the challenges of founding a business.

I'm the CEO of BeatBox Beverages. DJing, dad duty, and catching up with Mark Cuban are all part of my day.

Justin Fenchel started BeatBox Beverages with his friends in business school. In 2014, Mark Cuban invested $1 million for a third of the company.

Interceptor drones are taking over in Ukraine, but soldiers are still using machine guns to battle Russian threats

The drones are still in limited supply and are not always the ideal interception method, Ukrainian soldiers and an official told Business Insider.

Bankruptcies are on the rise. What it means, in 3 charts.

S&P data shows that bankruptcies are nearing a 15-year high. How bad is it? Business Insider breaks down the trends in 3 charts.

Curly hair in the workplace is a bigger deal than you might think

Research shows women with curly hair can face bias in professional settings. Business Insider wants to hear from you on the topic.

AT&T's head of business operations shares her 2 favorite interview questions — and red flag responses

AT&T's head of business operations said she's a 'bit of an adrenaline junkie' and wants to see that candidates are willing to take risks too.

Uber CEO says robotaxis are a 'trillion-dollar-plus' business — and one market will drive the boom

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says robotaxis are a "trillion-dollar-plus" business and he expects Asia to drive the wave of autonomous expansion.

What are TPUs? Everything you need to know about Google's market-moving AI chips.

Google's TPU business is ramping up. Here's everything you need to know about Google's AI chips, and what they mean for Nvidia's dominance.

How to recharge and prep for the new year while working during the holidays

In this Saturday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about how to approach working through the last two weeks of the year.

Trump Media is merging with a nuclear fusion company

Trump Media, the company that runs social network Truth Social, is pivoting to nuclear fusion. It has announced a merger with California-based fusion power company TAE Technologies, and plans to start construction on a fusion power plant in 2026. Trump Media …

Binance Still Processed $144 Million in Suspicious Crypto Payments After Plea Deal: Report

The crypto exchange has been under scrutiny for its links to terrorist group payments.

Australian Eateries Turn To Automatic Tipping as Cost of Doing Business Climbs

Australian restaurants facing a mounting cost-of-doing-business crisis are turning to automatic service charges as a way to shore up revenue. The practice is legal under Australian consumer law as long as customers are notified beforehand and can opt out, but…

How Business Insider investigated C-sections at over 1,700 American hospitals

Hospitals don't always publicly disclose their C-section rates, so we compiled our own data from over 1,700 hospitals. Here's how.

Whoop Subscription Plans Are on Sale (2025)

Whoop's subscription plans are discounted, and accessories are up to 70 percent off.

AI data centers are eating the memory industry, and it could hurt your wallet

The AI data center business is eating the memory industry.

Is OpenAI Entering Its Acquisition Era?

The company just announced a major corporate development hire.

Google’s Plan to Win the AI Race Is All About Getting a Little Too Personal

You've been giving Google the tools it needs for decades.

UK waters down unfair dismissal plan after business pushback

LONDON (Reuters) -Britain's government watered down plans to strengthen workers' protection against unfair dismissal on Thursday, saying employees would get ...

Pro-Palestinian agitators storm NYC business on Black Friday

US business inventories increase slightly more than expected in September

business inventories increased slightly more than expected in September, suggesting inventories probably added to economic ​growth in the third quarter.2...

Raleigh restaurant closes its doors after 6 years in business

The Raleigh location marked the very first in North Carolina.

Multiple deaths reported in business jet crash in North Carolina

What could’ve been Google’s worst year turned into one of its best

2025 could have been a pretty disastrous year for Google. The company came in knowing it had three major legal battles to fight, increasing competition in the burgeoning AI market, and a new US president to adapt to. It looked possible - perhaps likely - that…

Why I volunteered to be infected with dengue fever

The U.S. has registered over half a million clinical trials since 2000. Here's a look at the business and ethics of human medical experimentation through the eyes of a volunteer.

Iceland boss Richard Walker to become Labour peer, sources say

The supermarket chair quit the Conservative Party to throw his support behind Sir Keir Starmer.

After holiday shopping at Five Below, I was surprised by how many items cost more than $5

Five Below has raised prices on gifts and stocking stuffers, with tariffs and more licensed products pushing many items above $5.