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• Blame Jeff Bezos! And then stop hoping billionaires bail out the news.

  04-02-2026 23:54 via businessinsider.com
  Jeff Bezos can afford a multi-day wedding in Venice. He could also afford to fund the Washington Post's losses. But we need news outlets that don't depend on billionaires to survive.Andrea Carrubba/Anadolu via Getty ImagesBillionaire Jeff Bezos got praised for saving The Washington Post in 2013.Now, billionaire Jeff Bezos is getting grief for massive cuts at the paper, which he could certainly afford not to make.News outlets are in a tough spot, which is why we often want billionaires to buy the
  
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• Google is going for the jugular — by doubling capex and outspending the rest of Big Tech

  04-02-2026 23:25 via businessinsider.com
  Google reported its fourth-quarter earnings on Wednesday.Kevin Carter/Getty ImagesAlphabet's stock fell 2% after it reported Q4 earnings on Wednesday.The parent company of Google is aggressively ramping up capital expenditures for AI infrastructure.All of Big Tech is spending more as the AI race continues.Alphabet is dramatically increasing its chip and data center spending this year, underscoring its commitment to its AI bet amid Wall Street cost concerns.The Google parent company is projecting
  
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• A longtime Paramount exec is stepping down as David Ellison's company shakes up its ads leadership

  04-02-2026 23:16 via businessinsider.com
  David Ellison, pictured left, is the CEO of Paramount, which is losing a longtime ad sales executive who got his start at the company at CBS.Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images; Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesParamount's EVP of agency partnerships, who's been with the company for decades, is stepping down.The move was announced to Paramount advertising employees on Wednesday afternoon.Paramount CEO David Ellison has made his mark on the company since taking charge and is implementing a tech-forwar
  
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• How to watch the Super Bowl in 4K: Patriots vs. Seahawks live streams

  04-02-2026 23:05 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreSuper LX will bring together the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium.Eric Canha/Cal Sport Media/Sipa USA via Reuters ConnectSuper Bowl LX is almost here, and if you're hoping to watch every touchdown in crystal clear quality, you're in luck. Below, we've gathered everything you need to know about how to watch the Super Bowl in 4K, whether you have cable or you're seeking a live st
  
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• The Pentagon's Gauntlet will put 25 attack drone makers to the test, including some from Ukraine

  04-02-2026 22:57 via businessinsider.com
  The first phase of the program invites 25 companies to test their drones with US military operators.US Army photo by Capt. Shenicquia FultonThe first phase of the Pentagon's small, one-way attack drone program involves 25 vendors.The companies will test their systems with US personnel later this month before DoD decides which ones to buy.Ukrainian companies were among those selected to compete in the Gauntlet evaluation.Over two dozen companies, including two from Ukraine, have been selected to
  
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• The 11 best men's work bags of the year

  04-02-2026 22:57 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAndrew Amelinckx/Business InsiderAt one time, if you were commuting to an office or any other corporate workplace, a heavy leather briefcase was the go-to. These days, there are multiple types of work bags to choose from. One could say the choices these days are nearly endless, and figuring out the right one for your needs can be challenging. While today's briefcases have evolved to be lighter and more f
  
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• Here's the severance package The Washington Post is offering laid-off staffers

  04-02-2026 22:51 via businessinsider.com
  The Washington Post laid off hundreds of staffers on Wednesday.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesAndrew Harnik/Getty ImagesThe Washington Post let go of hundreds of staff Wednesday in a major restructuring.The cuts are hitting desks across the newsroom, including sports, foreign affairs, and books.The Post is offering some staffers a couple of months more on payroll and severance pay tied to tenure.Hundreds of journalists at The Washington Post received dreaded emails in their inboxes on Wednesday morni
  
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• A federal agency is probing Nike for discrimination against white employees

  04-02-2026 22:51 via businessinsider.com
  Nike is accused of discriminating against white employees.Sheldon Cooper/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesNike is facing a federal probe into allegations that it discriminated against white workers.The EEOC said Wednesday that it is investigating Nike's employment practices, including its DEI targets.EEOC is requesting Nike's data on layoff criteria, race-based programs, and executive pay.Nike is facing a federal probe over allegations that its DEI targets led to discrimination against wh
  
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• The brutal wipeout in software stocks is getting even worse, in 3 charts

  04-02-2026 22:07 via businessinsider.com
  ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty ImagesNew tools from Anthropic tanked software stocks on Tuesday, with weakness continuing on Wednesday.Software stocks have wobbled for months, and the sector officially entered a bear market last week.These three charts illustrate the steep declines for software stocks in the last year.Software stocks took it on the chin again on Wednesday.The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF lost 2% as the software sector faced selling pressure for a second straight sessi
  
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• The best 48- and 50-inch TVs of 2026

  04-02-2026 21:59 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best 50-inch TVs include models from brands like Amazon (left) and Samsung (right).Amazon/VizioAs much as I love extra-large TVs, they're not always practical. Bedrooms, apartments, and smaller living rooms often work better with something a little more restrained — and that's where a 50-inch (or 48-inch) TV really shines. This size can offer a more comfortable viewing experience without overwh
  
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• A legendary coder has been quietly working at Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab

  04-02-2026 21:47 via businessinsider.com
  Thinking Machines Lab CEO Mira Murati.Slaven Vlasic/Getty ImagesNeal Wu, a top competitive coder, has quietly been working at Thinking Machines Lab.Thinking Machines Lab, led by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, has faced aggressive poaching.Wu is a founding member of another hot AI startup, Cognition, and the brother of its CEO.An award-winning coder has been quietly working for Thinking Machines Lab, the AI startup founded by former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati.Neal Wu is a three-t
  
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• The 5 best no-pull dog harnesses we tested for easier walks

  04-02-2026 21:46 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWe used hands-on, real-world testing to identify the best no-pull harnesses for both large and small dogs.Jackie Brown; Elizabeth Holbrook/Business InsiderDogs that pull can learn to walk on a loose leash with the right equipment. The best no-pull dog harnesses are designed to make walks calmer and more enjoyable for both you and your dog. These harnesses feature a front-clip leash attachment at the ches
  
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• Why Wall Street analysts see the tech-sell-off as overblown, and fueled by 'fear, not fundamentals'

  04-02-2026 21:23 via businessinsider.com
  Trader sits at trading desk on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.Brendan McDermid/ReutersTech stocks, led by software, are under pressure amid fresh fears of AI disruption.Bank of America analysts say the sell-off is overblown, comparing it to 2025's DeepSeek panic.Investor fears, not fundamentals, are what's driving the downturn, William Blair analysts say.Bank of America analysts say Wall Street is blowing the latest AI fears out of proportion as the tech sell-off drags on.The tech-heav
  
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• Anthropic's Super Bowl spot skewers ChatGPT: 'Ads are coming to AI, but not to Claude'

  04-02-2026 21:22 via businessinsider.com
  A still from Anthropic's ad is set to air during the Super Bowl. The ad features a scrawny man who wants to get a six-pack quickly, but a helpful trainer gives him more than just the advice he needs.AnthropicAnthropic is roasting OpenAI over its decision to bring ads to ChatGPT.While OpenAI is not named directly, it's clear who Anthropic is taunting in its new commercials.Anthropic will air one of its ads during the Super Bowl, a spot likely to cost millions of dollars.Anthropic is taking a shot
  
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• The best soundbars of 2026

  04-02-2026 21:00 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best soundbars include powerful systems like the Samsung Q990F.Tyler Hayes/Business InsiderNothing kills a movie night faster than muffled dialogue and wimpy bass. Unfortunately, even expensive TVs tend to feature underpowered speakers with muddy voices and minimal rumble. That's where a soundbar comes in. The best soundbars instantly upgrade your TV's audio, delivering clearer speech, deeper low fre
  
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• I spent the day with Wall Street elites as AI fears swept the stock market. Here's how they responded in real time.

  04-02-2026 20:55 via businessinsider.com
  Mark Mason, chief financial officer of Citi, speaking with Wall Street Journal editor David Benoit on Tuesday in West Palm Beach, at the publication's inaugural Invest Live conference.Reed Alexander/Business InsiderWall Street is reacting to Tuesday's sell-off sparked by Anthropic's new tools.Leaders from financial services giants gathered for a WSJ conference in Palm Beach.The execs debated AI's future as investor jitters triggered a widespread sell-off.Most people flock to Palm Beach for sunsh
  
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• Amazon is selling TurboTax for only $45 before Tax Day

  04-02-2026 20:49 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/InsiderWhy we love this TurboTax dealWhether you're eager to tackle your taxes early or dreading the process, TurboTax remains one of the most widely used tax preparation solutions for individuals and families. The software is designed to simplify filing your federal and state tax returns with step‑by‑step guidance, eliminating much of the confusion that comes with traditional IRS pape
  
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• A GoFundMe for laid-off Washington Post staffers crossed $130K in a few hours and drew a big donation from Kara Swisher

  04-02-2026 20:41 via businessinsider.com
  Kara Swisher donated to a GoFundMe page for laid-off staffers at The Washington Post.Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images/Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocketFans of The Washington Post are rushing to donate to journalists laid off by the outlet on Wednesday.Kara Swisher, the tech journalist and ex-Post employee, gave $10,000 to the cause.The Post said it's letting staff go to strengthen its footing and focus on distinctive journalism.Money is pouring in for workers impacted by Wednesday's layoffs at
  
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• OpenAI is building an 'integrity team' to prevent ChatGPT ads from going off the rails

  04-02-2026 20:22 via businessinsider.com
  Gareth Fuller/PA Images via Getty ImagesOpenAI wants to ensure its high-profile ads launch takes off without a hitch.It's creating an "ads integrity team," per a recent job posting.The team will be responsible for helping OpenAI scale its ad operation without compromising trust in ChatGPT.OpenAI is building a team to make sure bad ads don't mess up its highly anticipated introduction of advertising in ChatGPT.An OpenAI job listing for a software engineer posted late January revealed the company
  
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• The best streaming services in 2026

  04-02-2026 20:13 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreNetflix; Disney+; Apple TV; Amazon Prime Video; Disney+; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/Business InsiderIt might be hard to remember now, but there was once a time when must-have streaming services started and ended with Netflix and Hulu. Now, there's a seemingly endless array of apps to choose from, which can be both a blessing and a curse. We're here to help you find the best streaming services for your needs.F
  
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• Investing icon Ray Dalio defends gold as the 'safest money' even after its big plunge

  04-02-2026 19:20 via businessinsider.com
  Amal Alhasan/Getty Images for Fortune MediaRay Dalio still thinks gold is the "safest money" even after last week's plunge. The billionaire investor said the haven status of the metal didn't change "by the day."He flagged bullion's large presence in central bank reserves, which suggests institutional trust.For Ray Dalio, gold hasn't lost its shine.While many metal investors are likely still shaken by gold's 12% plunge last Friday, the famed hedge fund founder said he wasn't fazed by gold's big d
  
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• The 12 best places to buy prescription glasses online with insurance, HSA, or FSA money

  04-02-2026 19:15 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWarby ParkerWhether your FSA dollars from last year have a grace period before they expire, or you're ready to use your 2026 FSA dollars, a new pair of glasses is an excellent way to use them.Buying glasses online is usually cheaper and more convenient than going to traditional eyewear stores — and many of the best websites to shop make it easy to use your vision insurance or HSA/FSA dollars.In add
  
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• LinkedIn billionaire Reid Hoffman reveals he had more meetings with Epstein

  04-02-2026 19:08 via businessinsider.com
  Dominik Bindl/Getty ImagesLinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman said he met with Jeffrey Epstein for fundraising purposes.Hoffman previously said his last meeting with Epstein was in 2015.Now he says there were six more meetings, from 2016 to 2018.Reid Hoffman says he had more meetings with Jeffrey Epstein than he originally thought.The billionaire LinkedIn cofounder previously maintained that the last time he met with Epstein was in 2015, and that he only knew Epstein via fundraising efforts for the
  
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• I visited New Zealand for the first time. These are the biggest mistakes I made, even as a seasoned solo traveler.

  04-02-2026 19:03 via businessinsider.com
  Even seasoned travelers get things wrong, but every misstep serves as a lesson to help the next trip — or traveler — avoid the same pitfalls.Ashley ProbstI spent six weeks traveling solo across New Zealand from Auckland down to Queenstown.Despite being a seasoned traveler, I still made mistakes like staying in the wrong city too long.I should've booked fewer excursions and looked up where to sit for better views on my bus routes.Even after traveling the world solo for 10 years, I sti
  
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• Dyson's thinnest cordless vacuum is finally available in the US. Is it more than just a novelty?

  04-02-2026 19:01 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreDyson's new ultra-slim PencilVac practically skates across floors as if weightless to sweep up every speck of dust in sight, but its only suitable on hard flooring. Jaclyn Turner/Business InsiderThe shape of the cordless vacuum has changed as we know it with the launch of the Dyson PencilVac, an ultra-thin cordless vacuum for hard floors that is lightweight and highly maneuverable, giving new meaning to
  
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• The best space heaters in 2026, tested for power and safety

  04-02-2026 18:57 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWe tested over two dozen space heaters to find the best at safely and efficiently heating small and large spaces.Kinsley Searles/Business Insider; Steph Coelho/Business InsiderUsing a space heater is the best way to warm up corners of your home untouched by central heating or to add an burst of warmth to your freezing basement. Wherever you need extra heat, the best space heaters are powerful and efficie
  
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• 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy has gone missing. Here's what we know.

  04-02-2026 18:37 via businessinsider.com
  Savannah Guthrie and mom Nancy.Nathan Congleton / NBCU Photo Bank / NBCUniversal / GettySavannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, has been missing since Sunday.Authorities said they believe the 84-year-old was taken against her will.The sheriff's office said detectives are working with the family to identify cameras outside Guthrie's home.Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since Sunday, and authorities in Tucson, Arizona, are investigating her d
  
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• I was born and raised in Alaska. People are often surprised to learn about what my life there was really like.

  04-02-2026 18:35 via businessinsider.com
  captionTKJody EllisAs someone from Alaska, I've heard a lot of misconceptions about what life there is really like.Many people I meet think Alaska is all wilderness and nature, but our cities are surprisingly urban.People are also shocked by how often I would fly — and how common it is to own a small plane.When I tell people that I was born and raised in Alaska, they almost always respond with a wide-eyed, "Wow! What was that like?" or a comment on how cold it must be there.I'm always surp
  
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• 10 appetizers that come out perfectly in an air fryer, according to chefs

  04-02-2026 18:34 via businessinsider.com
  According to chefs, spring rolls are one of the best appetizers to make in an air fryer.Iridenta Florescu/Getty ImagesBusiness Insider asked three chefs about their favorite appetizers to make in an air fryer.Game-day classics like nachos and jalapeño poppers come perfectly crispy in the air fryer.Stuffed mushrooms maintain their flavor without becoming too soggy.Thanks to air fryers, preparing crispy, easy-to-snack-on appetizers is simpler than ever.Although the appliance is a staple for
  
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• Read the pitch decks of 15 startups looking to disrupt dating apps and social networking that have raised millions

  04-02-2026 18:24 via businessinsider.com
  iStock; Rebecca Zisser/BINew social, professional networking, and dating startups are coming onto the scene.VCs and angel investors are funding some of these promising startups.Here are the pitch decks 15 startups used while raising rounds from pre-seed to Series A.A new generation of consumer social startups is emerging.From platforms focused on getting people to meet IRL to dating apps taking on Tinder or Hinge, startups are disrupting the digital social scene.Founders of these startups are ta
  
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• Microsoft hired a Google exec to replace security boss Charlie Bell, who is moving to a new IC role, internal memo shows

  04-02-2026 18:23 via businessinsider.com
  Microsoft's Charlie BellCourtesy of MicrosoftMicrosoft's security boss, Charlie Bell, is moving to a new role as an individual contributor.The company hired Google executive Hayete Gallot to replace him.Microsoft has faced security challenges during Bell's tenure.Microsoft's security boss, Charlie Bell, is moving to a new role as an individual contributor, and the company hired Google executive Hayete Gallot to replace him, according to an internal memo from CEO Satya Nadella.Gallot is a former
  
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• The long line for Kalshi's free groceries taught me people care more about affordability than prediction markets

  04-02-2026 18:14 via businessinsider.com
  Excuse my beet-red face. It just braved almost two hours waiting in a freezing cold line.Henry Chandonnet/Business InsiderI went to Kalshi's free groceries event. The line took almost two hours.Attendees got $50 to spend at New York's Westside Market, where prices were high.In line, most of the people I spoke to had never heard of Kalshi or predictions markets. They just wanted free food.About an hour into my wait for Kalshi's free groceries event, I could no longer feel my toes.It was 30 degree
  
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• 'Shock to the system': Audio reveals how a top Washington Post editor explained the paper's sweeping layoffs

  04-02-2026 18:09 via businessinsider.com
  Matt Murray TKRobert Miller/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesThe Washington Post cut reporters across its newsroom on Wednesday as part of a major reset.Top editor Matt Murray told staffers that every newsroom department would be impacted to some degree.The changes would "feel like a shock to the system," Murray said during a company Zoom call.On Wednesday morning, after weeks of anticipation of layoffs, Washington Post staffers dialed into a Zoom call led by executive editor Matt Murray."Tod
  
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• The 12 best weight loss foods for cats in 2026, with tips from veterinarians

  04-02-2026 18:06 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best weight loss cat foods are packed with nutritious ingredients to support a healthy weight.Merrick; Hill's; Iams; Purina; Royal Canin; Farmina/Business InsiderA specially formulated diet for weight management can help cats lose weight safely and effectively. The best weight loss foods for cats are usually lower in calories and fat than other formulas, but they deliver more nutrients per serving. M
  
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• I grew up couponing after my parents were laid off. Now I teach millions on social media how to save money.

  04-02-2026 18:06 via businessinsider.com
  Kiersti Torok shares how she saves money with coupons and shopping hacks on social media.Courtesy of Kiersti TorokKiersti Torok is a professional couponer based in California.She regularly posts money-saving tips on her social media channels for her millions of followers.She says that strategically shopping clearance sales can help save money for kid-centric holidays.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kiersti Torok. It has been edited for length and clarity.I'm a professional
  
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• Nvidia boss Jensen Huang says AI-replacement fears tanking software stocks is the 'most illogical thing in the world'

  04-02-2026 17:41 via businessinsider.com
  Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang delivers a keynote speech at CES 2026.Steve Marcus/ReutersSoftware stocks dragged the tech sector lower on Tuesday. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang weighed in, saying fears of AI disruption are "illogical."The software-led rout marks a rotation into other parts of the market that have lagged lately. Tech stocks continued to wobble on Wednesday as Wall Street's worries that AI will replace software, a notion that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismissed as "illogical" this week. The tech
  
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• Uber's CEO is betting the robotaxi wars won't be won by ride-hailing alone

  04-02-2026 17:11 via businessinsider.com
  Deliveries could be a key part of making robotaxis work financially in the future, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Wednesday.Al Drago/Getty ImagesDeliveries could be key to making robotaxis work economically, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said.Uber's food delivery and freight businesses could provide work to robotaxis, he said.Downtime is one of the challenges facing self-driving cars as they become more prevalent.Uber Eats might end up playing a key role in its parent company's robotaxi business,
  
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• A top JPMorgan strategist says the software-driven tech sell-off is actually a healthy rotation into ignored parts of the market

  04-02-2026 16:56 via businessinsider.com
  TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP via Getty ImagesTech shares sold off on Tuesday after Anthropic's latest AI tools hit software stocks.JPMorgan's Stephen Parker highlighted the rotation from tech as a healthy development.The strategist sees opportunities in areas like indutrial and energy stocks. Wall Street is still recovering from a big sell-off that swept tech stocks on Tuesday, but a top JPMorgan strategist says that investors shouldn't be worried.Software stocks reacted negatively to news of Anthropi
  
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• I was so burned out at work that I couldn't relax on vacation. It was the wake-up call I needed.

  04-02-2026 16:53 via businessinsider.com
  The author was burned out on vacation.Courtesy of Tracy GranzykWhile on a mini-vacation at a horse ranch, I couldn't settle down and was running on fumes.I realized I was struggling with burnout after talking to other people on the trip.I'm building differently now and letting myself rest more.When I arrived at Vista Verde Ranch in late October for a mini-vacation, I was running on fumes. My excitement to take part in a three-day horsemanship clinic and experience all this luxury dude ranch offe
  
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