Toyota to Invest 500mn in Flying Taxi Startup Joby

Ukraine's changing up its Black Sea attacks on Russia with drone boats armed with machine guns and flying exploding drones

Yahoo News - Dec. 9

New rules sharpen investment focus on modern slavery

EU human rights directive adds to US laws on forced labour — but uncertainty surrounds Trump administration’s stance

Financial Times - Dec. 9

As South Korean investment grows, so do ‘Koreatowns’

Companies such as Samsung, Hyundai and LG have helped bring Korean culture to unexpected corners of the US

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Influencers enlisted to help fight fly tipping as problem worsens

Litter pickers say the situation is depressing as the cost of removing dumped rubbish nears £2m.

BBC News - Dec. 8

Large mystery drones flying over neighborhoods in New York and New Jersey

Swarms of large drones, some described as big as cars, are flying over neighborhoods in New Jersey and New York. One even flew over a meeting of Pentagon leaders in California. NBC News' George ...

NBC News - Dec. 8

This investment is cheaper and better than mutual funds

Opponents shouldn’t block 403(b)s from purchasing collective investment trusts

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Premier League’s flying ball-carriers are breathing fresh life into elite game | Barney Ronay

Dribbling runners such as Tyler Dibling are exhilarating to watch, and a reminder that football always finds new forms. The Premier League has got more exciting. And it’s fine, really. For the more ...

The Guardian - Dec. 7

AI startups are snatching up San Francisco offices, using Zoom fatigue to recruit talent

When Noah Jackson began his search for a new software engineering job at the start of 2024, there was one quality he knew he wanted in his next employer: office culture.

NBC News - Dec. 7

AI startups are snatching up San Francisco real estate as Gen Z craves office life

With the Covid pandemic approaching its five-year anniversary, a growing number of startups in San Francisco are ditching remote work.

CNBC - Dec. 6

Chinese entrepreneur sued for fraud invests $30 million in Trump crypto venture

A $30 million investment in Donald Trump's new crypto venture made by a Chinese billionaire accused of fraud by the SEC is sparking concerns from government watchdogs.

ABC News - Dec. 6

This Startup Has an AI-Powered Solution to Fight Wildfires

FireDome emerged from stealth Tuesday to combat wildfires with technology that is designed after a missile defense system.

Inc. - Dec. 6

OpenAI seeks to unlock investment by ditching ‘AGI’ clause with Microsoft

Start-up discusses removing provision to protect powerful technology from being misused for commercial purposes

Financial Times - Dec. 6

He Sold His Startup to Walmart for $3.3 Billion. Here’s His 3-Part Plan for Founder Success

Serial entrepreneur Marc Lore shares his take on the critical factors for startup growth.

Inc. - Dec. 5

Bitcoin vs. 1-ounce gold bars: What's the better investment for 2025?

Both gold and Bitcoin could be investments that pay off next year, but one may be a smarter bet than the other.

CBS News - Dec. 5

Google’s AI NotebookLM Project Leaders Leave to Launch Their Own Startup

The AI business is so hot that many employees at large, successful AI firms are leaving and trying their own startups in a healthy funding climate.

Inc. - Dec. 5

RFK Jr.’s Nomination Has Health Experts Concerned—But Some Startups See Opportunity

RFK Jr., Dr. Oz, and Trump’s other Health Department picks would make decisions about billions in funding.

Inc. - Dec. 5

How high can 'Wicked' fly? Competition for top musicals is extremely high

Disney dominates the list of 10 top-grossing Hollywood musicals, but Universal hopes 'Wicked' will break through.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5

Friedkins ready to invest in January: Ranieri compiles list of desired targets

Dan and Ryan Friedkin have extended their full support to Claudio Ranieri.The American owners seem to have realized their mistakes and are more than willing to back Ranieri all the way.As reported ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

Lumina invests $2M in Fortnite UGC studio Creator Corp

Creator Corp announced a $2M investment from Lumina, which it plans to use build out it portfolio of UEFN games.

VentureBeat - Dec. 4

5 reasons to invest in 1-ounce gold bars before 2025

It could make a lot of sense to add 1-ounce gold bars to your portfolio before the new year. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Rankings rancor has insults flying as teams make their CFP pitch

College football has never been a safe harbor for sanity, but the 12-team playoff seems to have pushed everyone who's clinging to a spot in the field over the edge.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Biden heading back to U.S. from Angola after highlighting American investments

President Biden has wrapped up his historic trip to Angola after touring a port on Wednesday where the U.S. has invested billions. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Why physical gold remains a smart investment, according to experts

Physical gold such as bars and coins offers advantages even as markets shift. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Lloyds boss warns of UK ‘investability problem’ after motor finance ruling

Sector left reeling after court backs consumer complaints about ‘secret commissions’ on car loans

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Bundesbank chief calls for softer debt brake to increase investment

German central bank president Joachim Nagel urges Berlin to relax rules to address defence and infrastructure shortfalls

Financial Times - Dec. 4

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

Space Startups Get Government Contracts as SpaceX Explores Share Sale Valued at $350 Billion

The commercial space industry has had a rocket lit under it recently, as the government changes how it awards contracts, looking closely at new innovators.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Sovereign investment dispute resolution is broken

(for everyone except the lawyers, naturally)

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Lawmakers in Georgia's separatist region of Abkhazia reject encouraging Russian investment

Lawmakers in Georgia’s breakaway province of Abkhazia on Tuesday rejected a bill offering privileges to Russian investors that sparked days of unrest and forced the regional leader to step down

ABC News - Dec. 3

Smilegate invests in GTA leader Dan Houser’s Absurd Ventures

Smilegate has made a strategic investment in Absurd Ventures, a game studio founded by Rockstar Games cofounder Dan Houser.

VentureBeat - Dec. 3

BlackRock expanding in private credit, buys HPS Investment Partners for $12 billion

The deal, which is expected to close in mid-2025, comes during a boom for the private credit space.

CNBC - Dec. 3

Women at the wheel: the female taxi services bringing safety and independence to Bolivian travel

Cab companies run by women provide safe rides in a country with one of the worst rates of sexual violence in Latin America. The first hint that something was wrong came when Jacqueline Diaz ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

In Angola, Biden plans to tout US investments and visit a slavery museum

Joe Biden is using the first visit to Angola by a U.S. president to promote Washington’s investments in the sub-Sahara African nation and to see a slavery museum where he’ll acknowledge the ...

ABC News - Dec. 3

Sanofi to Invest $1 Billion in New Insulin Manufacturing Base in China

The new base, which will be located in Yizhuang, Beijing, marks Sanofi’s second production site in the capital and its fourth in the country.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3

Investors call for reform of Scotland’s ‘stamp duty’ to boost investment

Asset managers call for removal of ‘disincentive’ to property spending north of the border

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Trump picks investment banker Warren Stephens as UK ambassador

The billionaire donated millions to President-elect Donald Trump’s re-election campaign this year.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Trump Picks Warren Stephens, Billionaire Investment Banker, for U.K. Ambassador

Warren Stephens, an investment banker, gave $2 million in 2016 to a group aiming to block Donald J. Trump’s political rise. More recently, he backed Asa Hutchinson, Chris Christie, Mike Pence and ...

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Trump taps investment banker Warren Stephens for UK ambassador

President-elect Trump announced on Monday that investment banker Warren Stephens would serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full ...

The Hill - Dec. 2

How a Buzzy Startup Made the iPhone of Beehives to Protect Pollinators

Beewise’s AI and robotics-powered BeeHome has the potential to fortify the global food supply by keeping bees healthy.

Inc. - Dec. 2

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

Toyota to Invest 500mn in Flying Taxi Startup Joby

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