How to Boost Holiday Profits with Tech and Strategy

• How to reduce holiday waste with sustainable gift-giving

  According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in ...
  
  CBS News - 2d

• Holiday Tipping Guide: Whom to Tip, and How Much

  Consumers have said they are confused and frustrated with tipping expectations generally. But, one expert says, “people generally want to feel more generous around the holidays.”
  
  The New York Times - 3d

• How GM’s self-driving strategy is evolving as it gives up on Cruise business

  General Motors has bailed on its Cruise robotaxis, citing the amount of time and money needed to scale the business and an “increasingly competitive” market for autonomous vehicles.
  
  MarketWatch - 5d

• Alaska Air is latest airline to boost guidance on strong holiday travel demand

  Alaska Airlines Inc.’s stock was up 1.6% early Tuesday, after the regional carrier joined rivals in raising its fourth-quarter guidance as revenue rose more than expected and costs came down.
  
  MarketWatch - 6d

• How to make root beer ham this holiday season

  New York Times Cooking is celebrating the season with a simple recipe for root beer ham. Preparation work takes less than 20 minutes and the rest is done in the oven.
  
  CBS News - 6d

• We're booking big profits in a tech stock popping on news that seems too theoretical

  It's unclear what business case and monetization strategy can come from this development.
  
  CNBC - 6d
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  Musk’s Efficiency Role Could Boost Tech-Defense Partnerships

  Smaller military technology companies may be involved in more joint projects with big defense contractors.
  
  Inc. - 6d

• How a gold investment could boost your portfolio in 2025

  Gold can be a valuable asset to add to your portfolio ahead of the new year. Here's why.
  
  CBS News - Dec. 3
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  How AI Tools Are Revolutionizing Startup Launch Strategies

  From lower costs to new founder skills, accessible AI is transforming how startups go from idea to market.
  
  Inc. - Dec. 1

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