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Nicholas Carlson, Former Business Insider Editor, Launches Media Start-Up
Nicholas Carlson, the former top editor of Business Insider, is starting a new company that will focus on video. Just don’t call it a “pivot to video.”Business - The New York Times - November 12 -
College dropout started a side hustle with $200 from his mom—his business could bring in $4 million this year
Kobe Harris started his natural lip balm company Kobee's during his free time while working a summer lifeguarding job — and took it to ABC's "Shark Tank."Business - CNBC - November 5 -
'Many dark times': How this startup founder overcame self-doubt and started a $100-million-a-year business
Jeffrey Tiong, the founder and CEO of Patsnap, a IP and R&D intelligence startup, says an investor once told him he was "not fit to be CEO."Business - CNBC - November 13 -
Charlotte airport workers walk off job at start of busy holiday travel week
Service workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport have gone on strike at the start of a busy week of Thanksgiving travel to protest what they say are unlivable wages.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
This Australian quit her job at 24 and started a business out of her parents' garage—now, it brings in over $100 million a year
Jane Lu is the founder and CEO of online fashion retailer Showpo. Today, the business brings in over $100 million a year.Business - CNBC - November 12 -
49-year-old started his business 'to make $5,000 a month to survive, pay my mortgage'—he sold it for $100 million
When tech CEO Tomas Gorny launched a web-hosting startup in 2001 after losing millions, his modest goals helped him build a better business, he says.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Is Germany’s business model broken?
All three of the country’s major industries are in crisis, and the economy is flatlining. Are politicians finally waking up?World - Financial Times - November 5 -
Veteran-Owned Businesses Are on the Rise
More veterans started businesses last year, according to a recent report — and in one sector in particular.Business - Inc. - November 11 -
Business pioneers of the Pacific Northwest
How Seattle's iconic brands embody the city's spirit of innovation and connection.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
How Scalable Is Your Business?
Growth is the goal for the majority of early-stage ventures, and they need to create scalable organizations to manage expansion.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
What Will Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Businesses?
Companies are already scrambling to avoid potential tariffs. Here’s how they could play out in Donald Trump’s second term.Business - Inc. - November 7 -
Ozempic Could Crush the Junk Food Industry. But It Is Fighting Back.
As revolutionary new weight-loss drugs turn consumers off ultraprocessed foods, the industry is on the hunt for new products.Health - The New York Times - November 19 -
Addressing America’s unfinished business in Afghanistan
Rescuing our Afghan partners will fulfill our sacred promise, taking seriously the terrorist threats from Afghanistan will keep us safe, and closing Guantanamo will end a shameful chapter.Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Local government has become a chokehold for Chinese business
Beijing is promising change, but it comes at an unsettling priceWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
Google's Cloud Business Powers Accelerating Revenue Growth
Google reported a 15% jump in year-over-year revenue driven by strong results in its cloud-computing division, boosting the company’s fortunes during a costly push into artificial intelligence.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29 -
Wednesday Briefing: Trump’s Worrisome Business Deals
Plus, what happened to repatriated art in Benin.World - The New York Times - October 29 -
Businesses brace for Trump tariffs on Chinese goods
Businesses are preparing for the spate of new tariffs on Chinese goods promised by former President Trump on the campaign trail, making advanced purchases of imported goods and buying up extra ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
How Trump learned to love big business
Nothing separates the man from his 2016 self more than his disappearing qualms about capitalismWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
College Football Is Big Business. Athletes Are Paying the Price.
Players are dealing with far-flung travel, jet lag and the pressures of trying to balance the roles of student, athlete and entrepreneur more than ever before.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
Inheritance tax reforms to hit business owners and farmers
Tax relief to be capped on assets worth more than £1mnWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Samsung Sees Progress in Memory Chips for AI After Delays
The South Korean tech giant reported better-than-expected net profit but earnings in its core semiconductor business shrank sharply.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
BNP profits rise driven by global markets business
Eurozone’s biggest bank posts gains for third quarter across equities and fixed-income tradingBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Billionaires have business interests hinging on election outcome
Billionaires who have funneled tens of millions of dollars into the 2024 election or who have made key decisions affecting the race have a lot riding on the outcome. Two of the biggest names to get ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Comcast is exploring separation of cable networks business
NBCUniversal's cable networks portfolio includes Bravo, E!, Syfy, Oxygen True Crime, USA Network, as well as news networks MSNBC and CNBC.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Comcast Explores Spin-Out of Cable Network Business
The company’s president, Mike Cavanagh, said the company was also considering finding a partner for its Peacock streaming service.Business - The New York Times - October 31 -
AstraZeneca Probe in China Adds to Concerns for Foreign Businesses
An investigation involving the drugmaker’s China president is the latest crackdown to trigger uncertainty in the industry about Beijing’s intentions.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
Amazon's advertising business grew 19% in the third quarter
Amazon's online advertising business jumped 19% year over year to $14.3 billion in the third quarter.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Why Businesses Worry About R.F.K. Jr.
The Kennedy scion has long been a skeptic of vaccines, pesticides and more. Corporate leaders worry he may gain policy power if Donald Trump wins.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
How an Entrepreneur Revolutionized His Healthcare Business
Get on that roller coaster and learn about outsourcing.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
Build an Ethical Business When Others Aren’t
Five ways to turn “doing the right thing” into a competitive advantage that builds trust with customers.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Business Owners Get a Strong Voice in Pennsylvania Vote
In the small city of Erie, small business owners and entrepreneurs are heavily targeted by both parties’ campaigns.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
5 Tips to Seamlessly Integrate AI Into Your Business
Small businesses shouldn’t ignore AI during its boom phase, but they shouldn’t get carried away either.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
This Week, Business Owners Know the Drill: Be Prepared for Protests
Here’s how you can keep your businesses and teams safe amid potential protests and other disruptions this week.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
How Practicing Empathy Helps Your Business
Use empathy to create a more ethical company.Business - Inc. - November 6 -
How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win
Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster".Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Spate of business scandals puts Australian boards on notice
A common thread to the controversies has been whether oversight of the country’s largest companies has been bent to the will of powerful executivesWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
The No. 1 Business Skill You’ll Need in 2025
If you want to take on the competition, the incumbents, and the AI hype, you’ll need to use their momentum against them.Business - Inc. - November 7