Vlad Tenev revealed he’s ditching health tracking tech and embracing a more mechanical lifestyle. Meanwhile, Robinhood is developing Robinhood Social, a trading-focused platform for 10,000 beta users in Q1 2026.
Dan Loeb’s Third Point dramatically increased its tech holdings last quarter, more than doubling its Microsoft position and adding to Nvidia and Amazon. The moves mark a sharp reversal from earlier this year when Loeb dumped most Magnificent 7 stocks. Despite the tech rebuild, PG&E remains his large
Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup has sparked a dramatic turnaround in China with sales surging 22% year-over-year during its first month. The new models accounted for nearly 80% of Apple’s smartphone sales in China since their September 19 launch, while the broader Chinese smartphone market actually decline
In a recent podcast interview, Palantir CEO Alex Karp revealed he spends “a lot of time talking to Nazis.” The CEO, who has Jewish heritage, said this helps him understand their mindset. The admission comes amid scrutiny of Palantir’s military and surveillance contracts.
While AI is transforming IT work, the industry is actually experiencing massive job growth. New data shows IT positions will grow at 9% versus 3% for other jobs through 2034. The real story is about shifting skills and massive infrastructure investments.
A White House national security memo obtained by the Financial Times contains explosive claims about Alibaba’s alleged support for Chinese military operations targeting the US. The company denies the allegations as “complete nonsense” amid growing tensions over Chinese tech companies’ potential ties
Sony and NCSoft revealed Horizon Steel Frontiers this week, but the MMO is skipping PS5 entirely. NCSoft says the decision wasn’t theirs to make, pointing to Sony’s own multiplayer Horizon plans. This reveals Sony’s strategy to avoid internal competition.
Apple is reportedly developing a budget MacBook using iPhone processors to compete with Chromebooks in education. The move aims to boost MacBook sales by targeting students and casual users. But breaking Google’s classroom dominance requires more than just lower prices.
President Trump’s budget bill contains provisions that could devastate the $28 billion hemp industry by banning most THC products. Meanwhile, the U.S. has officially stopped producing pennies after 231 years, saving taxpayers $56 million annually.
The retail giants are facing a fundamental shift as 26% of consumers struggle to pay bills. Their response reveals where shopping is headed for the next decade, focusing on utility over spectacle.
