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• What the next generation of CEOs need to know today

  12-12-2021 14:20 via businessinsider.com
  
  Welcome back to Insider Weekly! I'm Matt Turner, editor-in-chief of business at Insider.What does it take to be a good CEO?For a time, the answer was relatively straightforward. The Milton Friedman school of thought prioritized profit above all. But as the years have rolled by, expectations have changed. Theories about how to deliver shareholder value over the long term have evolved. CEOs have woken up to having more stakeholders than just their shareholders, including society, employees, a
  
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• AI is changing job interviews by letting candidates interview around the clock

  11-08-2026 07:11 via businessinsider.com
  
  Ribbon AI, a voice-AI recruiting platform, said that about a quarter of the interviews it has conducted take place between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time.AndreyPopov/Getty ImagesRibbon AI said that about a quarter of the AI interviews it has conducted happen after dark.Ribbon's CEO called the ability to have AI job interviews at 1 a.m. a huge accessibility feature.A Greenhouse survey released in May found that many candidates remain wary of AI job interviews.Job interviews are increasingly happen
  
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• Anthropic just rolled out a tool that'll decimate some people's dreams of writing AI novels undetected

  11-08-2026 06:09 via businessinsider.com
  
  Anthropic is introducing a new feature to improve transparency on AI-generated content.Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesAnthropic will now embed invisible watermarks in Claude AI text.It is part of Anthropic's commitments under the EU AI Act but applies to text generated worldwide.Anthropic said that heavy editing can erase the mark, and a watermark does not guarantee AI use.It's going to get a lot harder to let Claude be a ghostwriter for everything from novels to homework.On Monday, Anth
  
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• Matthew McConaughey says being ‘less of a dad’ gets his teenagers to open up

  11-08-2026 06:04 via businessinsider.com
  
  Matthew McConaughey says he's found ways to get his teenagers to open up to him.Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversalMatthew McConaughey said he's changed how he talks to his kids as they've become teenagers.He shared a question that got his daughter talking for much longer than usual.He said he also tries to listen without immediately judging what his teenagers tell him.Matthew McConaughey says he has learned a few tricks for getting his teenagers to talk.Speaking on Saturday's episode of "The Drew Barrym
  
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• I was laid off after 10 years at the same company. My $17-an-hour job at a garden center changed how I think about work.

  11-08-2026 06:03 via businessinsider.com
  
  A part time job at a garden center helped Leslie Friday cope with getting laid off.Provided by Leslie FridayLeslie Friday was unexpectedly laid off from a senior director position she loved.As a mom of three, she worked hard to make ends meet while navigating a tough job market.She found unexpected joy and fulfillment working a part-time job at a garden center.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Leslie Friday, 48, a marketing and communications professional who found a "bridge
  
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• Videos show Tesla and Waymo ramping up new vehicles for their robotaxi fleets

  11-08-2026 06:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  David Moss, a robotaxi content creator, spotted a lot filled with more than 100 gold Tesla Cybercabs.David MossTesla and Waymo are trying to scale new vehicle platforms for their robotaxi services.Tesla is testing its two-door Cybercab while Waymo is rolling out the Ojai for commercial rides.A robotaxi content creator spotted the two companies ramping up production.The hustle never stops for Tesla and Waymo.As both companies race to roll out new vehicles for their respective robotaxi services, a
  
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• The famed Esalen Institute is being evacuated as Big Sur's Timber Fire expands to 1,700 acres

  11-08-2026 06:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  The Esalen Institute is evacuating because of the Timber Fire.Michael Macor/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty ImagesTimber Fire led to the evacuation of California's Esalen Institute.Esalen has strong ties to Silicon Valley and tech founders.The fire had expanded to over 1,700 acres and was 5% contained as of Monday evening.The Esalen Institute is being evacuated as the rapidly growing Timber Fire threatens the region.Dave Morin, chairman of the famed retreat center perched along California'
  
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• Taiwan packed its new coast guard vessels with anti-ship missiles. Now it's readying them for a fight with China.

  11-08-2026 06:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  The CG606 Bali is loaded with Hsiung Feng missile launchers.Lin Yen Ting/Taiwan's Office of the PresidentTaiwan held a littoral combat drill on Saturday headlined by a coast guard vessel, the Bali.It's an Anping-class frigate, one of 12, that can be fitted with 16 anti-ship missiles.It's part of Taiwan's strategy for the coast guard to serve as a second navy in the event of war.TSOYING, TAIWAN — One of Taiwan's new missile-capable coast guard vessels led a major littoral drill on Saturday,
  
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• Judge temporarily blocks Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax

  11-08-2026 00:50 via businessinsider.com
  
  Michael M. Santiago/Getty ImagesNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax was temporarily blocked by a judge on Monday.The ruling comes after New York homeowners sued the city.The tax is intended to apply to non-primary homes worth at least $5 million.New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax was temporarily blocked by a state judge on Monday after homeowners sued the city last week.The Staten Island judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking the ci
  
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• The best mattress protectors

  11-08-2026 00:07 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best mattress protectors keep your mattress safe from liquids, allergens, and dust mites. Full encasements can even protect from bed bugs.Lightstar59/Getty ImagesA mattress protector is a non-negotiable, a safeguard against liquid damage, sweat, allergens, and pet accidents while keeping your mattress warranty intact. The best mattress protectors provide a completely waterproof barrier that
  
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• Samsung S90F TV review: Here's why this 2025 OLED is still our favorite TV

  10-08-2026 23:57 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Samsung S90F is one of the brand's top midrange OLEDs.John Higgins/Business InsiderEven more than a year after its release, the Samsung S90F OLED is still the best TV for most viewers. This 2025 model delivers an excellent balance between performance and value, with a vibrant, high-contrast picture that either matches or beats anything else in its price range.Out-of-the-box color accuracy is fantasti
  
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• We've tested Dagne Dover bags for years — these are the ones actually worth buying

  10-08-2026 23:55 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTalia Ergas, Sally Kaplan, Rebecca Strong/Business InsiderDagne Dover is one of our favorite brands ever. We constantly come back to them for practical bags that have all the functional bells and whistles you could possibly think of. A key leash? Check. A phone-sized slip pocket on the outside? Check. An interior organization system that will make even the most type-A person drool? Absolutely.If you love
  
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• YouTube is making it harder for creators to start earning money

  10-08-2026 23:51 via businessinsider.com
  
  YouTube CEO Neal Mohan and celebrity YouTuber MrBeast.Noam Galai/Getty Images for YouTubeYouTube is changing the requirements for creators to be accepted into its primary monetization program.YouTube's Partner Program, which pays creators a cut of ad revenue, has propelled careers.Starting in February, it's going to be harder to qualify.Do you dream of making money as a content creator?Well, it's about to get harder to qualify for YouTube's program that pays creators.YouTube announced on Monday
  
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• Best dog sunscreen

  10-08-2026 23:48 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best dog sunscreens we tested include sprays, lotions, and balms.Liz Coleman/Business InsiderUsing sunblock on a sunny day may be second nature to you, but your dog may benefit from protection, too. Veterinary dermatologists say the best dog sunscreens can help prevent sunburns and cancers caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays. While most dogs can tolerate brief periods in the sun, veterinarians say broad-
  
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• Why you should start a company in your 20s, and other advice from the cofounder of global toy company Spin Master

  10-08-2026 23:45 via businessinsider.com
  
   Spin Master is the company behind PAW Patrol and many other popular toy brands. Ronnen Harary cofounded the company less than a year after he graduated from college. He says his youth and lack of experience were the source of his success — not a barrier. He explains why in his new book, "No Experience Necessary." In a live Q&A with Business Insider's Sarah E. Needleman, Harary shares how he grew Spin Master into a toy powerhouse, and how other young entrepreneurs can follow his e
  
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• Best Zenni promo codes we've tested in August 2026

  10-08-2026 23:30 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Zenni promo codes can save you 15% on your next eyewear purchase.ZenniAnyone who wears glasses knows that buying a new pair can be a pain, but online retailers like Zenni aim to streamline the process so you can shop without ever having to leave your house. Zenni carries a substantial line-up of well-priced, fashionable frames for prescription lenses, readers, sunglasses, and more. The brand is
  
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• Spin Master's cofounder says your 20s are the best time to start a company

  10-08-2026 23:22 via businessinsider.com
  
  Ronnen Harary said he recommends starting a business in your 20s.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Paramount PicturesIn a live Q&A with Business Insider, Ronnen Harary said he suggests starting a business in your 20s.People don't view founders in their 20s as competition, and others are more likely to root for them, he said.He also said that people in their 20s also tend to have high drive and energy.If you're thinking of starting a business, there's no reason to wait.When Business Insid
  
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• What to know about Taylor Farms, the Taco Bell supplier facing recalls amid cyclosporiasis and salmonella outbreaks

  10-08-2026 23:07 via businessinsider.com
  
  Taylor Farms produces packaged salads and supplies fresh produce to retailers, restaurants, and foodservice customers.Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesTaylor Farms, a lettuce supplier for Taco Bell, has faced scrutiny amid the cyclosporiasis outbreak.The company recently recalled prepared foods containing jalapeños linked to a salmonella outbreak.Taylor Farms is one of North America's largest fresh-produce companies.Taylor Farms products are being recalled again.This time, the company is recal
  
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• TikTok is calling US staffers back to the office 5 days a week, starting next month

  10-08-2026 23:03 via businessinsider.com
  
  TikTok's CEO Shou Chew.Manuel Orbegozo/Ore Huiying/Getty ImagesTikTok is requiring US employees to come back to the office five days a week starting in September.The five-day RTO rule mirrors similar requirements at competitors like Instagram and Amazon.TikTok's US business is partly run through a joint venture that includes its parent, ByteDance, and investors like Oracle.TikTok is summoning its workers back to their desks full time.TikTok said that, starting in September, it will require most
  
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• The US Army is going digital, but soldiers still want physical backups of their battlefield maps

  10-08-2026 23:00 via businessinsider.com
  
  Soldiers are learning to use new technology while keeping physical copies available in case the connection goes down.US Army photo by Spc. Jonathan ReyesUS Army soldiers are testing a wave of new digital tools and weapons.Some troops still rely on analog backups in case digital systems lose connection.How much soldiers trust the new technology can come down to comfort level.The US Army is embracing a massive digital transformation across systems and technologies, but that doesn't mean soldiers a
  
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• Leaked memo: The Arena Group rebrands to Paradium.AI in pivot to 'publicly traded AI company'

  10-08-2026 22:55 via businessinsider.com
  
  CEO Paul Edmondson told employees on Monday that The Arena Group was changing its name to Paradium.AI.Business Wire/APThe Arena Group is rebranding to Paradium.AI as part of its shift to become an AI company, Business Insider has learned.CEO Paul Edmondson told employees in a memo obtained by BI that it was "more than a name change."The company is "building a unified, AI-powered ecosystem," he wrote. Read the full memo below.Goodbye, Arena Group. Hello, Paradium.AI.The media company that owns pu
  
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• SpaceX reclaims its IPO price as jitters about insider selling dissipate

  10-08-2026 22:11 via businessinsider.com
  
  IPOSpaceX stock popped to close above $135 on Monday, reclaiming its IPO price.A lockup expiration last week didn't produce the selling pressures many expected, and the stock rose 15% on FridayData shows retail investors trimmed positions as the stock rallied at the end of the week.SpaceX stock rose on Monday to reclaim an important milestone: its $135 IPO price.The stock jumped back above that threshold on Monday, rising to close 4% higher at $138.74 after struggling to mount a decisive gain ea
  
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• Seaports are dabbling in AI, but complex supply chain operations make adoption a challenge

  10-08-2026 22:04 via businessinsider.com
  
  The Port of New Orleans launched an AI partnership in late May with the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad and a new logistics company, UTC Transoceanic.Courtesy of Port of New OrleansThe Port of New Orleans uses AI to streamline cargo logistics with digital twins and real-time data.AI adoption in US ports is slow due to risk aversion, with cybersecurity as a major concern.AI can quickly suggest solutions for cargo logistics and administrative tasks.At the Port of New Orleans, a cargo ship docks.
  
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• What smart people are saying about Meta's open-weight model Muse Glimmer and Mark Zuckerberg's AI manifesto

  10-08-2026 21:53 via businessinsider.com
  
  Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the social network would continue to release open models.Bloomberg/Getty ImagesMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the company would deliver AI models, "including open source," to billions.On Monday, Meta released Muse Glimmer, an open-weight AI model.Many in tech were thrilled that the social network is returning to open models.Don't call it a comeback (yet).On Monday, much of the tech world was thrilled that Meta returned to open models with the release of Muse Glimmer.
  
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• Mamdani backs new protections for workers delivering packages; Amazon says it could cost NYC thousands of jobs

  10-08-2026 21:52 via businessinsider.com
  
  Mamdani is backing a bill he says will improve working conditions for Amazon subcontractors.Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesMamdani is backing new regulations for NYC delivery workers, particularly Amazon subcontractors.Amazon said the bill could cause it to move warehouses outside the city, jeopardizing local jobs.The Mamdani administration has a pattern of taking action against major corporations.Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backing new safeguards for delivery workers in New York City — and the pro
  
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• AI agents, IRL socializing, and vibe coding: Where top consumer investors are placing bets

  10-08-2026 21:19 via businessinsider.com
  
  Investors Niko Bonatsos (Verdict Capital), Marina Girgis (Precursor Ventures), and Amy Wu Martin (Menlo Ventures) are backing social startups in the AI era.Kimberly White/Getty Images; Courtesy of Precursor Ventures; Courtesy of Menlo VenturesTop consumer VCs are betting on AI apps that make the internet more social.Vibe coding, AI dating, and IRL social platforms are attracting fresh capital.Investors said agents can reshape how consumers connect and create.Investors are hunting for social medi
  
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• America's oil reserves are the lowest in 43 years

  10-08-2026 21:09 via businessinsider.com
  
  Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesThe US Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at its lowest level since 1983.Global crude inventories have been heavily depleted amid disruptions from the Iran war.Oil prices were climbing again on Monday after dropping last week on hopes for US-Iran talks.America's stockpile of crude oil has dropped to the lowest level in more than four decades.According to the US Department of Energy, the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve declined by 6 million barrels last week to
  
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• Bernie Sanders asked the leading AI CEOs to pause development. Read his letter.

  10-08-2026 21:04 via businessinsider.com
  
  Sen. Bernie Sanders demanded OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta "pause AI development."Bloomberg/Getty ImagesSen. Bernie Sanders wrote a letter to Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Mark Zuckerberg.Sanders referenced a rogue OpenAI agent's hack of Hugging Face."Pause AI development," Sanders wrote. "Stop building machines that humans cannot control."Bernie Sanders has heard enough about rogue AI agents.The Vermont senator wrote a letter to three leading AI development CEOs: Anthropic's Dario Amodei, OpenAI'
  
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• 35 photos of tiny living spaces that highlight the global affordability crisis

  10-08-2026 20:39 via businessinsider.com
  
  Alexandria Park tiny-home village in Los Angeles is for individuals experiencing homelessness.Genaro Molina/Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesCities around the world are facing growing housing demand, and rents are increasing globally.People live in micro apartments, cage homes, and shacks as a result.In the US, tiny-home villages are trying to address homelessness.In 2026, the affordability crisis is touching every aspect of daily life.At the grocery store, inflation has driven up the costs of
  
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• I've worked at Costco for 21 years. Here are 7 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.

  10-08-2026 20:09 via businessinsider.com
  
  As a longtime employee, I think the Soules Kitchen street-taco steak is one of the best things to get at Costco right now.Veronica ThatcherAs a longtime Costco employee, I always look forward to seeing the new items that hit shelves.This month, I found everything from back-to-school essentials to Halloween decor.Customers at my store have been loving the Dash family-size skillet.This month, I'm celebrating 21 years as a Costco employee. Over the years, I've really enjoyed seeing the new products
  
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