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Chef Robotics raises $20.6 million to continue building AI robot arms
Chef Robotics has raised $20.6 million in a Series A funding round led by Avataar Ventures, the company told CNBC.CNBC - 3d -
The Power of a Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal: How to Choose Yours
Over the years, I’ve identified five types of goals that successful companies use to set their long-term direction.Inc. - 3d -
Richard Carlson, Journalist Who Led Voice of America, Dies at 84
The father of the conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, he won a Peabody Award for television reporting that uncovered a car company’s fraud.The New York Times - 3d -
Isomorphic Labs, Google’s A.I. Drug Business, Raises Money From Thrive
The company, which uses artificial intelligence to develop new treatments, now counts the venture capital firm Thrive Capital as a backer.The New York Times - 3d -
Primark CEO Resigns After ‘Error of Judgment’
Paul Marchant has left the clothing retailer after “an allegation made by an individual about his behavior,” the company said.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Family Starts Bitcoin Mining Venture in Further Push Into Crypto
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are investing in a Bitcoin-mining company called American Bitcoin, created by the merger of two firms.The New York Times - 3d -
The Proud Boys and Militias Come to Tesla’s Defense
After weeks of “Tesla Takedown” protests, extremist groups are showing up to back Elon Musk’s beleaguered car company.Wired - 3d -
Pension Protection Fund vows to invest more in ‘juicy’ UK assets
Britain’s £32bn lifeboat scheme says it will invest in infrastructure and scale-up companies if allowed to growFinancial Times - 3d -
I Struck Out With Tinder and OpenAI’s New Dating Game
The two companies are working together to help you practice ‘cringeworthy moments.’ The result? Lots of rejection.Inc. - 3d -
OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 2d -
As Trump’s Tariffs Stoke Economic Uncertainty, the Fed Debates Its Next Steps
The central bank’s outreach to companies has taken on new significance as the outlook for growth and inflation gets cloudier.The New York Times - 2d -
Meta's head of AI research announces departure
Meta Vice President of AI Research Joelle Pineau will leave the social media company on May 30.CNBC - 2d -
Johnson & Johnson Loses in Court Again in Bid to Settle Talc Cases
A judge dismissed an attempt to use a bankruptcy court to resolve tens of thousands of claims that the company’s talcum power products caused cancer.The New York Times - 2d -
ZeniMax workers vote to strike over Microsoft negotiations
ZeniMax Workers United voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike over contract negotiations with parent company Microsoft.VentureBeat - 2d -
US-UK deal on accounting qualifications stalls after disputes
Agreement would help top firms to move staff working on audits of banks and dual-listed companiesFinancial Times - 2d -
OpenAI backs deepfake cybersecurity startup Adaptive Security in new funding round
Artificial intelligence cybersecurity company Adaptive Security announced a $43 million funding round co-led by OpenAI.CNBC - 1d -
This Tool Probes Frontier AI Models for Lapses in Intelligence
A new platform from data training company Scale AI will let artificial intelligence developers find their models’ weak spots.Wired - 1d -
Dana White's UFC and Mark Zuckerberg's Meta joining forces in partnership
UFC is joining up with Facebook’s parent company Meta in a deal that will bring mixed martial arts to more fans around the worldABC News - 1d -
U.S. Seeks to Calm Tempest in Europe Over Trump’s Anti-Diversity Policies
European companies and officials are balking at what they see as a campaign to impose U.S. policy abroad.The New York Times - 1d -
The Tesla Takedown Puts a Big Dent in Tesla’s Sales
Consumers are showing a growing distaste for the company under the leadership of Elon Musk, with vehicle deliveries braking well short of projections.Inc. - 1d -
Trump kicks off sale of $2.3bn Truth Social stake
Shares in Trump Media and Technology Group drop after company outlines plans in filingFinancial Times - 1d -
Advertisers look for flexibility as they parse how Trump's new tariffs will affect their businesses
Advertisers are seeking flexible terms with media companies as uncertainty grows from President Donald Trump's looming tariffs.CNBC - 1d -
DeepSeek AI excitement spills over to Hong Kong's IPO market
Chinese companies are jumping at a window of opportunity to go public in Hong Kong as global investors start to return to the region.CNBC - 1d -
How Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Might Go Down
The president is set to announce details of his sweeping tariffs, as companies and global trading partners scramble to respond.The New York Times - 1d -
De minimis trade loophole that boosted Chinese online retailers to end May 2
The announcement, which came alongside a set of sweeping new tariffs, gives customs officials, retailers and logistics companies a month to prepare.CNBC - 1d -
Why RTO Mandates Are Boosting Demand for Co-Working Spaces
As more companies experiment with RTO, some businesses are opting for co-working spaces instead of permanent offices.Inc. - 23h -
Pharma tariff relief likely short-lived with sector-specific duties on the horizon
Pharmaceutical companies breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday, but the tariff reprieve could prove fleeting.CNBC - 20h -
Premier League yet to rule on Chelsea women's team 'fair market value' sale
The Premier League will consider Chelsea's multimillion pound transaction to sell the women's team to a sister company.BBC News - 18h -
Ford Offers Discounts on Cars and Trucks as Auto Tariffs Kick In
The company said it would offer customers the same prices it offers its employees on most of its vehicles.The New York Times - 18h -
Bill Gates Reflects Upon the 50-Year-Old Computer Code That Reshaped Technology
The Microsoft cofounder is remembering the code he wrote a half century ago—code that played a critical role in creating the company.Inc. - 19h -
Besitos online game and rewards firm appoints new leadership
Besitos announced a leadership transition as the company continues to scale its primary business offerings, KashKick and Besitos Marketplace.VentureBeat - 18h -
Trump's tariffs leave gadget makers in crisis: 'I'm going to run out of appliances'
Consumer electronics companies reliant on manufacturing operations in China, Mexico and Canada are reeling from the uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariffs.CNBC - 14h -
Best tax relief services, plus expert advice on navigating your choices
Struggling with tax debt? Take a look at some of the top tax relief companies that could help.CBS News - 15h -
CEO accused of choking and threatening man on cruise ship over barefoot dancing incident
The CEO of a California-based financial services company faces a federal assault charge of choking a man on a Virgin Voyages cruise ship.NBC News - 15h -
Capital One Deal for Discover Clears Justice Dept. Hurdle
The department, during the Biden administration, initially said it had concerns about the merger of two of the largest credit card companies in the U.S.The New York Times - 16h -
Trump’s Tariffs Don’t Apply to Chips, but Taiwan Remains Wary
The chip companies in Taiwan, the center of the global supply chain, are expected to face pressure from Washington to invest more in the U.S.The New York Times - 16h -
Energy Department Invites AI Development at Los Alamos and Other Federal Lands
The DOE says that there are 16 federal sites that would be ideal places for tech companies to build AI data centers.Inc. - 13h