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Trump commutes sentence of Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson just before prison surrender
Ozy had falsely claimed to have deals with Google and Oprah Winfrey before the company and CEO Watson were criminally charged.CNBC - 5d -
Trump Commutes Ozy Media Founder’s Sentence Just Before His Surrender
Carlos Watson, who started the now-defunct digital media company, had been sentenced to almost 10 years in prison for trying to defraud investors and lenders.The New York Times - 4d -
The Founder of OnlyFans Wants to Buy TikTok
Tim Stokely partnered with a crypto company to bid for TikTok as the social media company faces a deadline to either sell or be banned in the US. Amazon also placed a last-minute bid.Wired - 13h -
How Trump Could Make Larry Ellison the Next Media Mogul
The co-founder of Oracle and friend of President Trump, who was a flamboyant fixture in the 1990s, has returned to the spotlight through — of all things — TikTok.The New York Times - 11h -
Forget Influencer Trips. Why This Founder Is Taking Her Customers to Kyoto
Apothékary founder Shizu Okusa is expanding beyond products with a $10,000 wellness retreat.Inc. - 2d -
Wife of man mistakenly sent to Salvadoran prison says he's not a criminal
The wife of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison, says he's not a criminal and she's "scared for his life."CBS News - 11h -
Justine Siegal will go to bat for women in pro baseball once more as WPBL co-founder
As part of Women's History Month, ESPN examines WPBL co-founder Justine Siegal's lifelong dedication to women's baseball.ESPN - 1d -
Upstate New York officer won’t face criminal charges after fatally shooting a 13-year-old in June
A police officer in upstate New York will not face criminal charges in the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy who pointed what turned out to be a BB gun, state Attorney General Letitia James ...NBC News - 3h -
Shake Shack founder: The best employees share 6 'emotional skills'—'I don't give a damn what your IQ is'
People with strong "emotional skills" are more successful at work, says Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer, who prioritizes six particular traits when hiring.CNBC - 2d -
Verstappen social media response 'speaks for itself'
Max Verstappen says it "was not a mistake" that he liked a comment on social media criticising Red Bull's decision to demote Liam Lawson.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Social media reacts to Zach Lowe joining The Ringer: 'We're so back!'
Big news in the NBA media family, as announced by Bill Simmons on his own podcast: The Ringer is hiring Zach Lowe after he was laid off by ESPN last September. See the reactions from social media ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Social media reacts to big transfer portal news day for MSU hoops
See how fans and media have reacted to the Michigan State basketball transfer portal news on TuesdayYahoo Sports - 1d -
FA lobbies UK government to make ‘tailgating’ at turnstiles a criminal offence
Governing body hopes law will be in place for Euro 2028 FA: ‘Enforcing entry points is a huge drain on resources’ The Football Association has stepped up its lobbying of the government to make ...The Guardian - 2d -
How people with criminal records are working to reduce violence in cities
Baltimore officials credit the different approach to crime prevention with a drastic reduction in gun violence over the past six years.CBS News - 1d -
'Without sport I'd probably be a criminal' - Olympic champion Tebogo
Olympic 200m champion Letsile Tebogo says he could have turned to a life of crime in Botswana had it not been for sport.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Judge dismisses criminal case against New York Mayor Eric Adams
The DOJ argued that charges against Adams should be tossed to avoid hurting the mayor's ability to cooperate with immigration policies of President Trump.CNBC - 17h -
Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court during Netanyahu visit
The move is announced hours after Israel's PM, who is sought under an ICC arrest warrant, arrives in Budapest for a state visit.BBC News - 11m -
CoreWeave’s Splashy IPO Wobbles, But That’s Not Stopping Its Founders
The company says it still sees tremendous avenues for growth, even if investors don’t quite see that yet.Inc. - 5d -
How Founders Can Build an Owner-Independent Business
With the right systems, your business can grow without demanding every ounce of your attention.Inc. - 2d -
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Takes on a New Title: Founder
In an exclusive interview with Inc., she shares the strategy behind her just-launched lifestyle brand, As Ever.Inc. - 1d -
Elon Musk says xAI has acquired X in deal that values social media site at $33 billion
In a social media post on Friday, Elon Musk said his startup xAI has acquired his social media company X.CNBC - 3d -
Trump Media filing opens door for president to sell $2B in stock
Trump's social media company filed paperwork with the Securities and Exchange commission that could allow the president's trust to sell more than $2 billion of shares.ABC News - 22h -
CBS Sports Sells MaxPreps to PlayOn in Youth Sports Media Shuffle
Nine months after being put on the market, MaxPreps has a new home. PlayOn announced that it has bought the long-running prep sports media platform from Paramount’s CBS Sports. The acquisition ...Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Judge blocks social media age-verification law in Arkansas
A federal judge in Arkansas permanently blocked a law requiring age verification for social media accounts, deeming it unconstitutional. The law was stopped by U.S. District Judge Timothy L. Brooks ...The Hill - 14h -
What to Wear for Your Media Appearance
Four tips to help you brand yourself and feel comfortable on camera.Inc. - 5d -
Gehrig Normand posts farewell to Spartan nation on social media after entering portal
Gehrig Normand posts farewell to Spartan nation on social media after entering portalYahoo Sports - 16h -
How to Build a Business in a Highly Competitive Market
Founders can stand out in any competitive and saturated industry with the right strategies.Inc. - 3d -
Finding health advice on social media is easier than knowing which claims to trust
In the corners of social media dominated by wellness content, influencers recommend an assortment of treatments and products to support weight loss, fight exhaustion or promote other desired health ...ABC News - Mar. 22 -
NHL and Rogers announce a 12-year Canadian media rights deal through the 2037-38 season
The NHL and Rogers Communications have announced a new 12-year national media rights deal to air games on multiple platforms in CanadaABC News - 20h -
Brewers trolled on social media during 2025 home opener after giving up more than 10 runs for third straight game
Injuries have depleted the Brewers' pitching staff, but baseball fans showed no mercy on social media after another lopsided loss.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Charlie Javice, Founder of Startup Bought by JPMorgan, Found Guilty at Fraud Trial
Her lawyer told the jury that the bank had buyer’s remorse and claimed fraud to get out of the deal.Inc. - 5d -
Trump Pardons Trevor Milton, Founder of Bankrupt Truck Maker Nikola
President Trump’s intervention came while Mr. Milton was appealing his conviction on securities and wire fraud charges.The New York Times - 5d -
Startup Founder Claims Elon Musk Is Stealing the Name ‘Grok’
Elon Musk said he borrowed the name from a 1960s science fiction novel, but another AI startup applied to trademark it before xAI launched its chatbot.Wired - 3d -
Lead With Resilience: Success Strategies From 3 Female Founders
No one achieves lasting success without setbacks.Inc. - 2d -
Restaurant chain Hooters files for bankruptcy protection to enable founder-led buyout
Restaurant chain Hooters of America filed for bankruptcy protection in Texas on Monday, seeking to address its $376 million debt by selling all of its company-owned restaurants to a franchise group ...NBC News - 2d -
The Chinese Electric Vehicle Founder Who Wants In on Trump’s America
Wen Han is intent on listing Windrose’s stock in New York. He is fueled by $300 million, Chinese technology and a belief that “China doesn’t have to be the enemy forever.”The New York Times - 2d -
What Business Founders Need to Know About Domains in 2025
Strengthen your company’s digital identity with the right top-level domain name.Inc. - 1d
