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• Meet Dario Amodei, Anthropic's outspoken CEO

  05-01-2026 10:56 via businessinsider.com
  Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei attends the Viva Technology show at Parc des Expositions Porte de Versailles on May 22, 2024 in Paris.Chesnot/Getty ImagesDario Amodei is Anthropic's often outspoken leader.Amodei has rankled some in the industry with his warnings about how AI could upend society.Amodei, his sister, and five others had previously worked at OpenAI before leaving in 2021 to start their rival.Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei doesn't mince words.He's rankled some rival tech CEOs by boldly predic
  
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• Ukraine's battle-hardened cities show how they've prepared for total blackouts from Russian energy strikes

  09-01-2026 07:50 via businessinsider.com
  A woman charges a smartphone at an 'invincibility point' in Ukraine.Denys Poliakov/Global Images Ukraine via Getty ImagesTwo eastern Ukrainian regions suffered mass blackouts this week, their worst since the war started.Authorities said they'd activated hundreds of "invincibility points," among other measures, in response.It's an example of how cities might prepare for the wartime threat of attacks on energy facilities.A new wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure has put two
  
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• Cursor's most important AI features started as side projects engineers built themselves, says its engineering head

  09-01-2026 07:01 via businessinsider.com
  Some of Cursor's biggest AI features were bottom-up projects started by its engineers, says Jason Ginsberg.Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesSome of Cursor's biggest AI features began as tools engineers built for themselves.Cursor's engineering head says the company has roadmaps, but many of its biggest features were developed bottom-up.The AI coding company is known for its small team and ability to move fast.Some of Cursor's most important AI features didn't
  
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• Investors piled into this miner after talk of US investment in Greenland

  09-01-2026 06:36 via businessinsider.com
  Houses and Archean gneiss, Sisimiut, Greenland.Marli Miller/UCG/Universal Images Group/Getty ImagesAmaroq Minerals shares jumped after reports of US talks on investing in Greenland's mining sector.CEO Eldur Ólafsson said renewed US focus on Greenland is drawing investor interest.The miner runs Greenland's Nalunaq gold mine and is pushing into high-tech metals.Shares in Greenland-focused miner Amaroq Minerals surged after its chief executive told CNBC the company has held talks with US gov
  
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• GM says its bet on EVs made it bleed billions more, and the losses won't stop anytime soon

  09-01-2026 06:02 via businessinsider.com
  GM said it would record about $6 billion in fourth-quarter charges tied to scaling back EV plans in the US.Bill Pugliano/Getty ImagesGM says it will take a $6 billion hit tied to scaling back its EV strategy in the US.The automaker warns that additional EV-related costs are likely in 2026 as supplier talks continue.GM had already taken a $1.6 billion EV writedown in the third quarter.General Motors has warned investors that its electric-vehicle strategy is proving costly — and that the pai
  
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• Bessent: Private equity firms won't have to sell single-family home rentals

  09-01-2026 06:02 via businessinsider.com
  Scott Bessent said that institutional investors won't have to sell current single family homes.Alex Wong/Getty ImagesScott Bessent clarified Trump's plan to ban Wall Street firms from purchasing homes.The proposal would prevent big investors from buying single-family homes, making them more affordable.Housing companies' stocks fell on Wednesday after Trump's post about the proposed ban.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that President Donald Trump's proposal to keep Wall Street players from b
  
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• TikTok is splitting its US staff into different companies as it prepares for a sale

  09-01-2026 05:42 via businessinsider.com
  Ismail Aslandag/Anadolu via Getty ImagesTikTok told some US staff that they will not work under a new joint venture run by Oracle and others.Instead, they'll switch to a new entity set up for workers in global business lines, like e-commerce.The move showcases how ByteDance will stay in charge of key parts of the US business after a sale.TikTok is preparing to carve off parts of its US business, but not all US workers are joining the new entity.Some US staff were told this week that they will no
  
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• Meta's Reality Labs chief is calling the 'most important' meeting of the year, urging employees to show up in person

  09-01-2026 03:02 via businessinsider.com
  Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth.JOSH EDELSON/AFP via Getty ImagesMeta CTO Andrew Bosworth is holding a meeting he called the "most important" of the year.Managers are urging staff to attend in person, an unusual push for Reality Labs.The meeting follows repeated cuts at Reality Labs as Meta shifts its focus toward AI.Meta's Chief Technology Officer and head of Reality Labs, Andrew Bosworth, has called an all-hands meeting for January 14, describing it as the "most important" of the year.Bosworth is als
  
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• Ed Sheeran 2026 LOOP tour: Schedule, venues, and where to buy tickets

  09-01-2026 00:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreScott Eisen/Getty Images for iHeartRadioGlobal pop icon Ed Sheeran is heading back on the road in 2026 with his highly anticipated LOOP Tour, a massive stadium run across North America. The tour follows the release of his latest album, Play, and features a blend of brand-new material and chart-topping hits.Tickets are currently available through verified resale platforms, though many dates are expected t
  
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• How to watch The Traitors US: Stream Season 4 anywhere

  09-01-2026 00:01 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAlan Cumming will return to host Season 4 of The Traitors US.Euan Cherry/Peacock via Getty ImagesIt's a new year, which means that it's time for a new season of The Traitors. The US version of the reality show has returned for a fourth season, and we'll show you how to watch The Traitors US from anywhere.Since the first season of The Traitors kicked off in the US in 2023, the series has quickly risen to
  
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• Disney-backed DramaBox is seeking new funding as it tries to win the micro drama race in the US

  08-01-2026 23:23 via businessinsider.com
  DramaBox is best known for romances and thrillers.DramaBoxDramaBox is seeking to raise funding as the competition among micro-drama apps intensifies.The app from Singapore's StoryMatrix is a top player in the space and has a Disney partnership.Micro dramas have attracted investor interest, though some question their long-term viability.The battle to become the top micro-drama app in the US is heating up.DramaBox, one of the leading producers of the short-video format filled with soapy trope
  
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• PinkPantheress 2026 tour: Full schedule, cities, and where to get tickets

  08-01-2026 23:19 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMolly Darlington/Getty Images For Nike RunningBritish singer‑songwriter PinkPantheress is extending her An Evening With PinkPantheress tour into 2026, building on the success of her acclaimed 2025 mixtape Fancy That and its remix counterpart Fancy Some More?. The expanded run supports her growing catalog of genre-blending pop, UK garage, and drum & bass-infused tracks, with new dates across Nor
  
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• Trump says he is instructing 'representatives' to buy $200 billion in mortgage bond in an effort to push down rates

  08-01-2026 23:13 via businessinsider.com
  President Donald Trump proposes $200 billion in mortgage bond purchases to lower housing costs.Evelyn Hockstein/ReutersPresident Donald Trump proposes $200 billion in mortgage bond purchases to lower housing costs.Trump says Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have funds to support affordable homeownership.It was not clear who Trump meant by his "representatives," or which entity would carry out the purchases.President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is instructing "representatives" to buy $200 billio
  
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• Amazon is selling a game-changing seat cushion at a new all-time low price

  08-01-2026 23:06 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/Business InsiderWhy we love this seat cushion dealIf you're someone who works at a desk all day, the chair you sit on matters a lot. But we don't always have control over our office chairs. That's why we love the Cushion Lab Pressure Relief Seat Cushion, which can instantly transform any chair into one that's comfortable, supportive, and helps improve posture over time. Right now, the ergonomic cu
  
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• Thuma vs. Silk & Snow: Two popular bed frames with tool-free assembly, compared

  08-01-2026 23:03 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThuma made a statement with the launch of its innovative Japanese-joinery inspired bed frame in 2018. The ethically-made, tools-free bed frame quickly earned its spot as a social media darling, especially with renters, thanks to its easy assembly and disassembly. It's quite expensive, though, so we were thrilled when Silk & Snow introduced its very own wooden bed frame assembled with Japanese joinery
  
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• The 6 best outdoor cat houses of 2026, tested and reviewed

  08-01-2026 22:54 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreOutdoor cat houses offer felines protection from harsh weather.Janelle Leeson/Business InsiderOutdoor life is tough on cats. Extreme temperatures, traffic, disease, and predators can cut their lifespan short. The best outdoor cat houses give community cats — whether they're feral or friendly strays — a chance for improved welfare. They offer an insulated, weatherproof shelter when the weather
  
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• Peacock streaming: Pricing, plans, and how to sign up in 2026

  08-01-2026 22:51 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn morePeacock plans unlock a variety of content from NBC, Bravo, and other top NBCUniversal networks.PeacockPeacock is the streaming home for NBCUniversal movies and shows, making it the only subscription service with access to new Universal films like "Jurassic World Rebirth," original Peacock series like "All Her Fault," and classic NBC sitcoms like "The Office." It's one of our picks for the best streaming
  
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• How to watch the Fiesta Bowl: Live stream Miami vs. Ole Miss anywhere

  08-01-2026 22:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreNo. 10 Miami will face No. 6 Ole Miss in the Fiesta Bowl.Jerome Miron-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect (left); John Mersits/Cal Sport Media/Sipa USA via Reuters Connect (right)The College Football Playoff semifinals have arrived, and Miami (Fla.) and Ole Miss will face off in the first game. We've gathered everything you need to know about how to watch the Fiesta Bowl, including live streaming options fo
  
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• Best Hulu bundles: Save more than 40%

  08-01-2026 22:30 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreHulu is available to bundle with Disney Plus, ESPN Plus, and/or Max.Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto via Reuters ConnectHulu is one of the top streaming services on the market, with plans starting at just $12 a month. It's also one of the easiest services to bundle with other streamers, including Disney Plus, ESPN, and HBO Max. The best Hulu bundles can save you over 40% on your monthly streaming costs.The Disney P
  
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• Trump says he'll block defense contractor stock buybacks. Here's what his executive order actually does.

  08-01-2026 22:23 via businessinsider.com
  Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump.Jim WATSON / AFP via Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump issued an executive order targeting military contractors' corporate spending.The order grants the Defense Secretary the authority to seek spending limits via defense contracts.It gives Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth newfound sway over exec pay, stock buybacks, and dividends.On Wednesday night, President Donald Trump went to war with military contractors.The companies, he said, issued shareholder dividends and "
  
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• The 6 best headphones of 2026, based on expert audio testing

  08-01-2026 22:09 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best headphones include over-ear models like the Sony WH-1000XM5 (left) and earbuds like the AirPods Pro 3 (right).Antonio Villas-Boas/Tyler Hayes/Business InsiderFor more than a decade, our audio experts have reviewed headphones of every shape and style. That extensive hands-on experience guides every recommendation in our list of the best headphones you can buy. While our picks cover a wide range o
  
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• Trump sparks a surge in defense stocks by calling for $1.5 trillion in military spending

  08-01-2026 22:08 via businessinsider.com
  Alex Wong/Getty ImagesTrump's calls for a $1.5 trillion military budget sent defense stocks soaring on Thursday.Kratos Defense, Northrup Grumman, and Lockheed Martin were among the top gainers.The sector fell on Wednesday afterTrump said he wouldn't permit buybacks or dividends from defense firms.President Donald Trump gave defense stocks a big boost on Thursday after he called for increasing the US military budget to a record amount.In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he determined America's
  
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• The 8 best cat litter boxes, tested and reviewed

  08-01-2026 22:01 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best cat litter boxes include hygienic stainless steel pans and large, low-entry boxes.Will Fischer/Janelle Leeson/Business InsiderThe best cat litter boxes come in a wide range of designs, from simple high-sided plastic or stainless steel pans to advanced, self-cleaning models. When choosing the right one for your cat, it's important to consider their individual preferences as well as what works bes
  
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• Trump wants to cap defense CEO pay. Here's how much they make.

  08-01-2026 21:40 via businessinsider.com
  Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday regulating defense contractors, including their executive pay.Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images; Taylor Hill/WireImagePresident Donald Trump took aim at defense contractors on Wednesday in an executive order.In a post on Truth Social, he proposed capping the compensation of defense contractor CEOs at $5 million.That figure is a fraction of the current pay for leaders of the largest defense contractors.President Donald Trump is targeting the bank acc
  
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• Tin Can 'landline' for kids is so popular it crashed at Christmas

  08-01-2026 21:39 via businessinsider.com
  Tin Can landline phones for kids.Tin CanTin Can is a "landline" phone for kids that is gaining buzz and keeps selling out.On Christmas morning, its service was overloaded, and kids couldn't make calls.Tin Can has apologized and waived its monthly fee. It says it's nearly back to 100%.The Tin Can phone, a "landline" designed for kids, is having growing pains.It's become so popular that its service crashed on Christmas, leaving kids upset that they couldn't make calls on the gifts they'd just open
  
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• Best The RealReal coupon and promo codes we've tested in January 2026

  08-01-2026 21:22 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreSave 20% on your first order of designer clothing with these The RealReal coupons.The RealRealLuxury fashion is known for its craftsmanship, quality, and longevity, but that doesn't make the price tags any easier to swallow. Buying authenticated resale is one of the smartest ways to invest in designer pieces for less, and The RealReal makes the process simple. Even better, using a The RealReal coupon can
  
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• 19 of the highest-paid mayors in the US, ranked by salary

  08-01-2026 21:18 via businessinsider.com
  Zohran Mamdani joined a list of US mayors making over $200,000 a year.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesMajor city mayors like Zohran Mamdani earn more than their state governors.Mayoral salaries vary widely, with some small towns paying more than large cities.San Francisco mayor, Daniel Lurie, forgoes his $383,760 salary, the highest in the nation.It pays big to lead a city — sometimes more than it does to lead the state.Zohran Mamdani, the newly inaugurated mayor of New York City, is joining the
  
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• What Trump's plan to ban defense dividends and raise the military budget could mean for your portfolio

  08-01-2026 21:15 via businessinsider.com
  Trump said that he wants the US military budget increased to $1.5 trillion for 2027.Dan Kitwood/Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump has sent defense stocks on a roller coaster ride in the last two days.Trump signed an EO banning dividend payments from defense firms. He also called for a huge increase in military spending.Here's what the latest developments in the defense sector might mean for your portfolio.Donald Trump sent defense stocks on a roller coaster ride this week, and his recent execut
  
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• Coursera Plus deal: Save 50% on your first year of online courses

  08-01-2026 21:09 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreCoursera2026 has barely begun, which means it's a great time to set goals for the coming year. If professional development is on your mind, you might be ready to start bolstering your résumé or building some new skills to help you in your career. Coursera is one of the best online learning platforms to help you achieve your goals, and with the current Coursera Plus deal, there's no better t
  
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• The old food pyramid vs. RFK Jr's 'New Pyramid': See how the guidelines have evolved over time

  08-01-2026 21:07 via businessinsider.com
  Under RFK Jr, the food pyramid has flipped upside down and shuffled around.USDA/HHSThe 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released Wednesday.There's an upside-down food pyramid, with red meat as the cornerstone.Nutrition experts cheer for no added sugar in the pyramid, but have a few complaints.For 46 years, the government has been trying to give us advice on how to eat better.In 1980, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans were introduced, after lawmakers took notice of how some mode
  
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