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• Your retail data determines AI effectiveness

  24-01-2019 19:53 via retailpro.com
      In today’s real-time global economy, retailers are hunting for strategic optimizations to improve experience and spark long-lasting brand engagement. About 85% of companies think AI will offer the competitive advantage they’re after, but only one in 20 (5%) …
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• The biggest trend in Gen Z dating is the search for a steady life with financial stability, says Coffee Meets Bagel's CEO

  21-01-2026 01:08 via businessinsider.com
  Young daters care about finding a partner with stable finances, said CMB's CEO. Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/BIMoney is a huge consideration for young daters, says Coffee Meets Bagel.CMB's CEO, Quincy Yang, said the American dream is unaffordable without dual incomes.More than ever, he said, daters are seeking committed, financially sound partners to settle down with.Adios to casual dating: Young Americans are seeking committed life partners to split bills with.Quincy Yang, the co-CEO of dating a
  
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• BTS 2026-2027 world tour: Full schedule and where to buy tickets

  21-01-2026 00:07 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreNDZ/Star Max/GC ImagesAfter nearly four years away from full‑group performances due to South Korea's mandatory military service, BTS is returning in a big way with a massive 2026-2027 world tour — their first major global trek since 2022. The tour will span five continents, with more than 70 shows across Asia, North and South America, Europe, and Australia, beginning in April 2026 in Goyang,
  
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• The 5 best winter coats for dogs, tested and reviewed

  20-01-2026 23:52 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreHurtta and Ruffwear topped the list for the best winter coats for dogs.Elizabeth Holbrook/Business InsiderCold days with snow, slush, and ice are enough to make all but the hardiest breeds think twice about stepping outdoors. That's where a quality coat comes in. While our pups certainly look cute all bundled up, the best dog winter coats help get them safely outside. And that's the whole point, says Dr.
  
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• Amazon is selling the PS5 Slim Digital Edition for $400

  20-01-2026 23:40 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/Business InsiderWhy we love this PS5 bundle dealAs the latest in Sony's lineup of gaming consoles, the PS5 is known for its powerful performance, smooth graphics, and a great library of games and exclusives. The console is perfect for any level of gamer, but it's also pricey, and discounts are rare. That's why we love Amazon's current PS5 Slim Digital Edition Fortnite Bundle deal, which is selling
  
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• The gloves are off in the feud between Sam Altman and Elon Musk

  20-01-2026 23:19 via businessinsider.com
  Sam Altman (left) and Elon Musk (right) have taken their legal battle to the court of public opinion, trading barbs in posts on X.Getty ImagesSam Altman and Elon Musk escalated their long-running feud on Tuesday in a series of posts on X.Each of the tech giants traded barbs about deaths and safety concerns tied to each other's products.The pair is in the middle of a lengthy legal battle over OpenAI's status as a for-profit entity.Sam Altman and Elon Musk are at it again, with each of the tech ti
  
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• Davos Day 2 recap: Trump's Greenland threats, AI fears, and luxury outfits

  20-01-2026 23:08 via businessinsider.com
  It's Day Two of Davos.Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP via Getty ImagesBusiness Insider is on the ground at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week, and we want to take you along with us.We'll be updating our liveblog throughout the week with breaking news, insights from interviews and conversations, power-player sightings, and color from private events.From global growth to AI, talent, and the future of work, Davos is where the year's biggest ideas are debated, deals are struck, and the
  
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• Inside the relationship of Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance, who are expecting their fourth child

  20-01-2026 23:05 via businessinsider.com
  Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, and his wife Usha Vance arrive to speak at a campaign rally, Saturday, July 27, 2024, in St. Cloud, Minn.Alex Brandon/APJD Vance, Donald Trump's vice president, is a former senator from Ohio.Vance met his wife, Usha Vance, while they were both students at Yale Law School.They wed in both Christian and Hindu ceremonies in 2014 and are expecting their fourth child.When Fox News asked Usha Vance in June 2024 how she felt about her h
  
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• Instagram is testing a new definition of 'friends'

  20-01-2026 22:56 via businessinsider.com
  Instagram is testing switching "following" counts to "friends" on user profiles.Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesInstagram is testing out replacing "following" counts with "friends" counts.What's a friend, according to Instagram? Glad you asked. It's someone who follows you back.Meta confirmed to Business Insider that it is running a "small global test" of the change.Friends … followers … where is the line?Instagram is testing out new tweaks that emphasize friends. It also
  
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• Netflix beats on earnings, but shares dip as the streamer's forecast for Q1 falls short of Wall Street expectations

  20-01-2026 22:25 via businessinsider.com
  Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos' company reported a solid quarter, but investors don't seem impressed.Jemal Countess/Getty ImagesNetflix reported fourth-quarter results that were slightly above Wall Street estimates.Netflix stock dipped in after-hours trading after its first-quarter 2026 guidance fell short.Netflix generated record viewership in December and is expanding into areas such as podcasts.Netflix ended 2025 with a bang, but shareholders aren't celebrating.The streaming giant came in slight
  
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• Ukraine burned nearly $100 million worth of missiles in a single night battling a Russian barrage, Zelenskyy says

  20-01-2026 22:23 via businessinsider.com
  Ukrainian forces shoot down a Russian missile over Kyiv on Tuesday.Gleb Garanich/REUTERSUkraine fired nearly $100 million worth of missiles in a single night defending against Russian strikes.The figure, shared by President Zelenskyy on Tuesday, reveals the growing cost of the air defense fight.He said Ukraine needs more missile batteries and interceptors to keep pace with Russia's attacks.Ukrainian forces fired nearly $100 million worth of air defense missiles battling Russia's latest bombardme
  
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• We tested popular sheets from Amazon to find the best ones — here are the top 5

  20-01-2026 22:16 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWe sorted through all the options to find the five best sheets you can buy on Amazon.Kayla Kitts/Business InsiderWhen browsing for sheets on Amazon, you're greeted by pages upon pages of products, all claiming to be the greatest, softest sheets you've ever felt — and, honestly, no one has time to sift through them all to find the best sheets. Well, except for me, since I test and write about beddin
  
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• Elon Musk says X's algorithm is 'dumb' and 'needs massive improvements' as he open-sources recommendation system

  20-01-2026 21:54 via businessinsider.com
  Grok's owner, Elon Musk, said the social media app's algorithm was 'dumb.'Stefani Reynolds—Bloomberg/Getty Images/ReutersX is revamping the algorithm that ranks posts in the "For You" feed.The engineering team said it will post changes to the algorithm on GitHub every four weeks, including explainers on changes.The move comes after years of complaints from Musk about the algorithm, which he said still "needs massive improvements."Feel like X's algorithm needs work? Elon Musk agrees.Musk is
  
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• Our 14 favorite thongs that prove lingerie can be comfortable

  20-01-2026 21:50 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTommy John/Harper Wilde/Business InsiderThongs tend to get a bad rap in the comfort department. But with some outfits, your underwear needs to make itself as scarce as possible. And in fact, there do exist thongs that don't feel like dental floss, as we've discovered by testing out styles from brands that make the best underwear for women.For this guide, we asked various members of the Reviews team here
  
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• The best TCL TVs of 2026: How do the brand's top QLEDs and LEDs compare?

  20-01-2026 21:34 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best TCL TVs include bright QD-Mini LED models, such as the QM8K and QM7K.John Higgins/Steven Cohen/Business InsiderTCL has steadily become one of the top TV brands for strong performance without premium prices. The best TCL TVs regularly undercut comparable models from LG, Samsung, and Sony while still delivering impressive picture quality. That value is most evident in TCL's QD-Mini LED lineup, whi
  
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• Trump's Greenland threats slam markets in one of the worst 'Sell America' trading days since April

  20-01-2026 21:24 via businessinsider.com
  Eduardo Munoz Alvarez/Getty ImagesInvestors were rattled by Trump's intensifying push to take control of Greenland.New tariff threats sent stocks and the dollar tumbling to start the shortened trading week.Meanwhile, fears about a sell-off in Japanese bonds seeped into Treasurys on Tuesday.US stocks plunged, and bonds sold off on Tuesday on Donald Trump's feud with Europe over Greenland.After spending much of 2025 doubting the president over everything from tariffs to threats to fire Fed boss Je
  
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• Ryanair launches 'Great Idiots' seat sale 'especially for Elon' as feud escalates

  20-01-2026 21:02 via businessinsider.com
  A Ryanair Boeing 737 Max, and Elon Musk.JoanValls/Urbanandsport /NurPhoto via Getty Images; Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesElon Musk has been quarreling with Ryanair and its CEO about Starlink for the past few days.He started a poll about buying the Irish airline, though EU regulations would most likely prevent him from acquiring it.In response, Ryanair said it was launching a "Great Idiots" seat sale "especially for Elon."The feud between the world's richest man and Europe's largest discount airline
  
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• Amazon is selling Intuit TurboTax software at its lowest price just in time for tax season

  20-01-2026 20:49 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/Business InsiderWhy we love this TurboTax dealIt may seem like it just ended, but tax filing season is upon us once again. Luckily, you don't need to spend hours stressing over gathering the right forms and deciphering complicated instructions. Virtual tax filing services like Intuit TurboTax can guide you through the process in just minutes. Right now, the Deluxe Desktop Edition of TurboTax's sof
  
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• I've lived near Glacier National Park for 35 years. Here are 4 things visitors need to know before visiting in the winter.

  20-01-2026 20:25 via businessinsider.com
  Glacier National Park is beautiful in the offseason.Amy GrisakI've lived near Glacier National Park for 35 years and know it can get hectic in the summer months.However, I love snowshoeing, skiing, and taking in the park's beauty in the winter.When visiting during the offseason, it's important to come prepared for the cold weather.Montana's Glacier National Park typically sees over 2 million visitors between May and August each year. Although I love taking in the park's beauty in the warmer seas
  
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• Kenny Chesney 2026 tour: Full schedule and where to buy tickets

  20-01-2026 20:14 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAstrida Valigorsky/WireImageKenny Chesney wrapped a successful first run at Sphere Las Vegas last year, leaving the artist hankering for a return visit. He announced a return to Sphere for this June, and so far, five dates are available online, plus one festival appearance. If you're hoping to see the country legend live, keep scrolling to learn how to get Kenny Chesney tickets.A stadium-level country he
  
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• The best chocolates to give this Valentine's Day, according to a professional chocolatier

  20-01-2026 19:39 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBon Bon Bon; Christopher Elbow; Dandelion Chocolate Factory; EHChocolatier; Fran's Chocolates; See's Candies; Gilbert Espinoza/Business InsiderIf you're looking to win someone's heart this Valentine's Day, nothing says "I love you" like a box of the best chocolates. Chocolate is a classic gift for a reason — it's indulgent, luxurious, and delicious. Whether you're shopping for a partner, friend, fa
  
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• Will the TACO trade save markets from Trump's Greenland threats? Here are 3 scenarios analysts are eyeing.

  20-01-2026 19:38 via businessinsider.com
  TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty ImagesMarkets are selling off on Tuesday, but some think Trump's latest comments could revive the TACO trade.TACO stands for Trump Always Chickens Out, the idea that the president's threats are mostly bluster.Forecasters think a diplomatic negotiation between the US and Denmark is the most likely outcome.Is TACO back on the menu?That is, Trump Always Chickens Out, or the idea that the president's aggressive policy tactics are mostly bluster aimed at getting a party
  
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• I'm an immigration lawyer in Minneapolis. People are scared — here's what employers and employees should know about their rights.

  20-01-2026 19:32 via businessinsider.com
  Loan Huynh, an immigration attorney in Minneapolis, shared her advice for employers and employees amid ICE raids.Smith Collection/Gado/Getty ImagesMinneapolis has been at the center of a concentrated ICE enforcement as part of Operation Metro Surge.Loan Huynh, an immigration lawyer, says employers should know their rights and prepare early.She advises businesses to establish a protocol and role-play how they'll respond to ICE.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Loan Huynh, an a
  
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• Paramount wants to know how its RTO push is going. Here are the 12 questions it asked employees in a survey.

  20-01-2026 18:55 via businessinsider.com
  Paramount has called most staffers back to its New York or Los Angeles offices.John Lamparski/Getty Images; Eric Thayer/Getty ImagesDavid Ellison's Paramount Skydance is checking in with employees after its return-to-office order.The company sent a 12-question survey to hear how it "can improve to better support" its staffers.Four Paramount employees said the in-person push had gone smoothly so far.Paramount Skydance has asked most of its employees to return to the office five days a week, and n
  
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• What Jamie Dimon, Jane Fraser, and other business leaders are saying about Trump's credit card cap plan

  20-01-2026 18:52 via businessinsider.com
  Business leaders like Klarna's CEO support Trump's credit card cap proposal, while major banks and investors warn of risks.BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty ImagesDonald Trump proposes a 10% cap on credit card interest rates starting January 20, 2026.Business leaders like Klarna's CEO support the cap, while major banks and investors warn of risks.The proposal sparks debate on consumer protection, credit access, and industry profitability.Business leaders have mixed reviews of President Donald Tru
  
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• The world's most powerful passports in 2026, ranked

  20-01-2026 18:48 via businessinsider.com
  Singapore passport holders have the most flexibility for travel worldwide.inigolai-Photography/ShutterstockThe Henley Passport Index ranks the world's most powerful passports for visa-free travel.Singapore is in the top spot with its passport, which allows holders to travel to 192 countries.The US passport can access 179 countries and ranks 10th worldwide.Planning a trip to walk along the Great Wall of China or see the pyramids of Giza? You might want to think twice … or get started on yo
  
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• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says defense giants are 'failing the American people' by falling behind on orders

  20-01-2026 18:43 via businessinsider.com
  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (left) and Donald Trump.ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP via Getty ImagesTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent took aim at US defense contractors on Tuesday.He said they've "let down the American people" by falling behind on fulfilling government orders.Bessent warned of an "economic apocalypse" if Taiwan's microchip industry is blockaded or destroyed.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent issued a stinging rebuke of US defense companies on Tuesday, saying they've fallen sho
  
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• Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says Trump's policies risk sparking 'capital wars'

  20-01-2026 18:42 via businessinsider.com
  Amal Alhasan/Getty Images for Fortune MediaRay Dalio thinks that an era of global financial conflict could be approaching.The billionaire investor said he thinks Trump's policies could lead to "capital wars." "On the other side of trade deficits and trade wars, there are capital and capital wars," Dalio said.Ray Dalio thinks the world could be on the verge of "capital wars."The billionaire investor and Bridgewater Associates founder isn't shy about sounding the alarm on economic problems he sees
  
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• Palantir CEO Alex Karp says humanities jobs are doomed in the age of AI: 'Hopefully you have some other skill'

  20-01-2026 18:21 via businessinsider.com
  Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir, said vocational skills will be in high demand in the AI era.Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP via Getty ImagesAlex Karp, the CEO and cofounder of Palantir, doesn't have a technical education.But the philosophy grad said his humanities background will be in low demand as AI develops.Other executives think that human-centric skills are becoming more important.Alex Karp, the billionaire co-founder and CEO of the AI defense technology company Palantir, had a top humanities-based edu
  
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• The author of 'Sapiens' says AI is about to create 2 crises for every country

  20-01-2026 18:12 via businessinsider.com
  Yuval Noah Harari was a speaker at the 2026 World Economic ForumChris Jung/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesThe author of "Sapiens" Yuval Noah Harari said AI is going to cause two crises for every country.The first is an identity crisis, given how much value humans have placed on our ability to think.The second is an immigration crisis, as AI will disrupt culture and take jobs, he said.AI technology is about to create two crises for every country, says the author of the bestselling book "Sapiens: A Brie
  
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