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Mar 9, 2026
Unsettling Trends: Trade Wars, Office Returns, and AI's Uncertain Future
Whiskey exports plummet, leaders push for office returns, and experts warn of AI's impact on jobs
Mar 9, 2026
How Will the World Cope with Water and Power Strains?
Desalination attacks, AI power lines, and economic uncertainty threaten global stability
Mar 9, 2026
‘Nightmare scenario’ looms as global markets head for the biggest oil output disruption in history, top energy guru warns
The world is staring into the abyss of an unprecedented oil crisis as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate.
Mar 9, 2026
San Francisco cheers its native Chinese Olympian Eileen Gu, who headlines parade for the Year of the Fire Horse
As tensions escalate between the US and Iran, and Israel launches airstrikes on Iranian oil depots, San Francisco finds joy in its annual Chinese New Year parade, while the US considers a special operation
Mar 9, 2026
Russia is sharing intelligence with Iran about U.S. military targets in the Mideast, marking first sign Moscow is getting involved in the war
Russia-Iran alliance deepens, UN faces funding crisis, and economic pressures mount on families and businesses
Mar 9, 2026
Iran War Escalates, Oil Prices Soar Past $100
The US-Iran war has entered its second week, with oil prices surging past $100 a barrel and Dow futures sinking 800 points.
Jun 29, 2026
Comcast Splits Off NBCUniversal in Historic Media Shift
A new era of media decoupling begins as Comcast unwinds its 2011 merger
Jun 15, 2026
Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Energy Crisis Lingers
Global oil supplies were severely disrupted, and recovery may take months
Jun 15, 2026
Tech Giants Face Backlash Over AI, Environment, and Transparency
A series of controversies surrounds major tech companies, from AI biases to environmental concerns
Jun 15, 2026
Inc.’s Power Partners: 5 Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions
As the business world continues to evolve, several recent developments are changing the way companies operate and entrepreneurs innovate.
Jun 15, 2026
Big Business, Activism, and Tech: This Week's Top Stories
From IPO publicity rituals to AI adoption and animal rights activism
Jun 15, 2026
Stanford Graduates Just Staged a Mass Walkout on Google’s CEO—and It Had Nothing to Do With AI
A snapshot of the world's most pressing issues, from Iran's economic crisis to the World Cup and beyond
Jun 15, 2026
Just months after Trump warned states not to regulate AI, Republican and Democratic lawmakers are doing it anyway
From US states defying Trump on AI regulation to Nvidia's surprising admission on labor costs, and Israel's strikes on Hezbollah targets, here's a snapshot of what's changing now.
Jun 15, 2026
The FBI just issued an urgent warning for anyone using Microsoft Teams, Outlook, or OneDrive over a new phishing scheme
From AI job disruptions to a new phishing scheme targeting Microsoft users, the tech and business landscape is evolving rapidly.
Jun 15, 2026
TechCrunch Mobility: SpaceX rockets past Tesla
A mix of tech, geopolitics, and commodity price shocks defined the week, with implications for investors and global stability.
Jun 15, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warns U.S. restrictions on new Anthropic AI models show danger of relying too much on American providers
Canadian Prime Minister Warns of Overreliance on US Tech, While Iran's Strait of Hormuz Closure Raises Economic Concerns
Jun 15, 2026
Can Women in Tech Succeed Without Being Overlooked?
Insights from a SpaceX executive and a beauty mogul on breaking barriers in male-dominated industries
Jun 15, 2026
World Brief: Disney, Oil, and International Tensions
From Disney's new theme park to the Iran deal's impact on oil supplies, here are the key global developments
Jun 15, 2026
US-Iran Deal Reached, Markets React Amid Other Headlines
Agreement to reopen Strait of Hormuz, plus news on Social Security and Ford recalls
Jun 8, 2026
America's Identity Crisis Amid AI Boom and Data Concerns
As the US marks its 250th anniversary, Americans question its exceptionalism, while tech giants face new challenges
Jun 8, 2026
3 YouTubers Just Conquered the Box Office. Here’s What Founders Should Steal From Their Playbook
From AI-powered coding to sustainable living, new movements are changing the game
Jun 8, 2026
Trust and Tech: Navigating the Turbulent Business Landscape
How shifting trust, AI maturity, and extreme wealth concentration are redefining business leadership and customer experience
Jul 6, 2026
Global Health Crisis Deepens Amid Tech Layoffs and Nuclear Innovations
Ebola outbreak worsens, Microsoft cuts thousands of jobs, and a new nuclear reactor design emerges