Topic
Business Insider
60 stories related to this topic, newest first.
ai6 hrs ago
OpenAI Employees Defend CEO Receptiveness After Deleted Post Describes Interview
Business Insider reported that current and former OpenAI employees publicly defended CEO Sam Altman's openness to criticism after a since-deleted social media post. The statements followed an account describing a negative interview experience at the company.
ndtv.comai10 hrs ago
Meta AI Ad Tools Alter Products and Generate Errors for Advertisers
Meta has added AI features to its advertising products in recent months. Several advertisers reported bugs that altered images, changed products, and required manual fixes. Business Insider reported the issues based on interviews with eight advertisers and agency executives.
business2 days ago
Smoke Seen Rising from Virginia Data Center on July 3
Business Insider reported dark smoke rising from the ACC9 facility in Ashburn, Virginia, during a regional heat wave. Local resident Bobby Chahal documented the plumes and noted similar events the prior summer.
petapixel.comai3 days ago
Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Trade-Secret Theft by Former Employee
Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI on Friday claiming the AI company stole trade secrets through a former employee and recruitment practices. The suit seeks damages and court orders to block use of the information. Business Insider reported the allegations in detail.
algemeiner.comfinance3 days ago
Israel Advances Arrow 4 Interceptor to Serial Production With AI Capabilities
Business Insider reported that Israel is developing Arrow 4 and Arrow 5 interceptors for its Arrow missile defense system. Arrow 4 is nearing serial production and will incorporate artificial intelligence.
screenrant.combusiness3 days ago
WeWard Adds Feature That Locks Apps Until Users Meet Daily Step Goals
The Paris-based fitness app introduced a feature that blocks selected apps until users complete a customizable daily step count. Business Insider reported the feature was developed in two months using AI tools.
business4 days ago
Companies Use AI Chatbots for Initial White-Collar Interviews as Some Job Seekers Drop Out
Business Insider reported that several companies now use AI interviewers for early-stage hiring of full-time professional positions. The practice expanded after high application volumes and allows screening of more candidates than human recruiters alone. Surveys show mixed candid…
ai5 days ago
12-Year-Old in British Columbia Launches AI Receptionist Still Seeking First Paying Customer
Mana Jampala built and released Voxa in November 2025. The system answers calls, books appointments, and generates summaries for businesses without full-time staff. Business Insider reported on the product and its young developer's background.
livemint.combusiness6 days ago
Executives Arrive in Sun Valley for Annual Allen & Co. Conference
The annual Allen & Co. gathering in Sun Valley, Idaho, draws media and tech executives this week. Business Insider reported arrivals by leaders from Warner Bros. Discovery, OpenAI, Netflix and other firms. The event runs through the week at the mountain resort.
fortune.compolitics6 days ago
Trump Accounts Program Sends First $1,000 Government Payments to Eligible Children
Business Insider reported that a parent completed signup for her January 2026-born daughter in May. The federal contribution appeared in the account on July 6 and was invested in SPYM.
ai6 days ago
Midjourney Founder Notes Both High Productivity and Fatigue From Latest AI Coding Tools
Business Insider reported that Midjourney founder David Holz posted on X about programmers feeling extremely productive yet drained by latest coding models. Replies from engineers offered strategies such as single-agent focus or tasks away from AI. The July 6 post follows a Febru…
cnbc.combusiness6 days ago
Trump Accounts Launch July 4 with $1,000 Federal Grants and Pledges from Billionaires
Business Insider reported that the federal government launched Trump Accounts on July 4, 2026. Children born 2025-2028 receive a $1,000 contribution. Several wealthy donors pledged additional funds limited to specific states and income levels.
kxan.combusiness8 days ago
Texas Healthcare Worker on Track for $330,000 While Managing Two Jobs and New Employer Rules
A medical professional using the pseudonym Daniel has adapted to return-to-office rules and time tracking while maintaining two full-time roles. His annual earnings have risen from about $280,000 last year to roughly $330,000. Business Insider reported the update in a follow-up i…
business9 days ago
Disney Streaming Services Reach Largest U.S. Viewership Share in Nearly Three Years but Still Trail Netflix
Nielsen data showed Disney platforms took their biggest monthly slice of American television viewing in almost three years during March 2026. Business Insider reported the services also posted their strongest showing versus Netflix in nearly a year while the direct-to-consumer un…
politics9 days ago
World Cup 2026 ticket prices exceed bid book projections by up to seven times
Business Insider analyzed ticket prices from FIFA's April open sale and compared them to the United 2026 bid book and prior tournaments. Category 1 final tickets reached $10,990, while the bid book projected a maximum of $1,550. Additional costs for flights, hotels, and transit f…
business10 days ago
Target App Now Unlocks Drive-Up Doors via WiFi Tap, Cutting Average 32-Second Re-Entry Delay
The retailer deployed a handheld app update that lets staff tap to re-enter stores after fulfilling online orders. Business Insider reported the change saves more than 350,000 labor hours annually across nearly all U.S. locations.
finance12 days ago
Seventeen’s Joshua Hong attends UNESCO event and Paris Fashion Week during group hiatus
Joshua Hong represented K-pop group Seventeen at a UNESCO youth initiative on Thursday before attending Paris Fashion Week. The appearances mark his first scheduled activities after the band announced an extended hiatus. Business Insider reported details of his schedule and comme…
finance12 days ago
Kathie Lee Gifford, 72, Describes Recovery From Hip Replacement and Other Procedures
The former Today show host said chronic pain from a misdiagnosed hip condition and subsequent surgeries limited her interactions with her five young grandchildren. Business Insider reported on her account of the past year.
finance13 days ago
Ukraine's 3rd Assault Brigade Trains Drone Pilots at Killhouse Academy
Business Insider visited the facility in May 2026 and observed basic FPV drone instruction for Ukrainian soldiers and foreign students. The program charges $180 for locals and twice that for foreigners while graduating 80 percent of roughly 250 monthly participants.
business14 days ago
Software Engineer Carlos Santana Roldán Reaches $200,000 Salary After 20-Year Career
Carlos Santana Roldán progressed from an initial $90,000 role at Disney in 2013 to a current contractor position paying just over $200,000. Business Insider reported his verified salary history and plans to retire from coding within four years.
business14 days ago
Coinbase CEO Outlines Five Steps to Cut AI Spending While Raising Usage
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong detailed five tactics to lower AI costs on Friday. The steps include defaulting to cheaper open-weight models from Chinese labs and giving engineers visibility into their token spend. Business Insider reported the post came less than two months after…
business15 days ago
Slate Unveils $24,950 Electric Pickup with Basic Features and Strong Early Orders
The Jeff Bezos-backed startup announced a sub-$25,000 electric truck measuring 14.6 feet. Business Insider reported more than 10,000 nonrefundable preorders in the first four hours.
finance17 days ago
U.S. Army Brigade Estimates 1,000–1,500 Drones Needed Weekly in Sustained Combat
Col. Ryan Bell, commander of the 3rd Mobile Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, described drone requirements after a Joint Readiness Training Center exercise at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Business Insider reported his assessment that units need drones at scale and treated like ammunitio…
business17 days ago
Slate Electric Pickup Starts at $24,950 with Custom SUV Kits
Business Insider reported that the Jeff Bezos-backed startup received more than 10,000 preorders in its first four hours. The base model offers a 205-mile range and limited standard features.
ecns.cnbusiness18 days ago
Oil Prices Fall to $70 After US-Iran Deal, but Airlines Keep Higher Fares and Bag Fees
Business Insider reported that a preliminary US-Iran agreement has lowered oil prices from above $100 to about $70 a barrel. Airlines have maintained higher fares and bag fees despite the decline, with major carriers posting stock gains.
politics18 days ago
Ukrainian Naval-Drone Commander Says Some NATO Designs Fall Short While Others Adopt Ukraine’s Lessons
Business Insider reported that a Ukrainian intelligence commander overseeing naval drone operations said some NATO designs leave him uneasy despite adoption of Ukraine's combat lessons. NATO militaries have moved to equip fleets with such drones after observing their use against…
ai18 days ago
San Francisco Tech Events Rise to 70-80 Weekly, Shifting Toward Smaller Curated Dinners
Business Insider reported a sharp increase in in-person tech gatherings in San Francisco. Organizers now favor smaller dinners and specialized events over large networking sessions. AI companies have posted high-salary roles to manage these experiences.
macaubusiness.combusiness18 days ago
PepsiCo Asia Pacific CEO Says Curiosity Ranks Above Experience When Hiring Junior Staff
Anne Tse stated that PepsiCo values curiosity and learning agility most in junior candidates. Business Insider reported her comments on adapting to technology shifts and consumer changes.
finance19 days ago
Bill Gates Tells Congress Epstein Pitched Billionaire Estate Connections
Business Insider reported that Bill Gates described meetings with Jeffrey Epstein as focused on directing billionaire estate funds to the Gates Foundation. The House Oversight Committee released the transcript of the June 10 interview on Tuesday.
finance19 days ago
Satellite Images Show Smoke Screens on Kerch Bridge After Strikes Damage Multiple Crimean Bridges
Business Insider reported new satellite images from June 2026 showing Russian smoke generator vehicles operating on the Kerch Bridge. Ukrainian special operations forces destroyed a railway bridge near Rozdolne on June 22. Additional strikes damaged the Henichesk and Chonhar brid…
finance19 days ago
Ukraine Tests Naval Drones That Can Tow or Sink Shadow-Fleet Ships
Business Insider reported that a Ukrainian commander is developing a system for naval drones to detain commercial vessels in the Black Sea. The change aims to seize ships carrying sanctioned goods under international law instead of destroying them.
business21 days ago
SharkNinja Halts Normal Work for Four-Day AI Hackathon at Boston Headquarters
SharkNinja held a four-day AI hackathon called Jailbreak that paused normal operations. CEO Mark Barrocas organized the event to spread AI use across its 4,000 workers. Business Insider reported details of the initiative and resulting projects.
finance23 days ago
Some Overemployed Workers Maintain High Earnings Despite Return-to-Office Mandates, While Others See Income Cut in Half
Workers juggling two full-time roles report longer hours and new oversight rules, yet several continue earning well above single-job pay. Business Insider interviewed more than two dozen such employees over three years.
finance29 days ago
Three Young Adults Move Back With Parents Amid High Rents and Debt
Keara Callahan, Luke Howland, and Danny Stewart each returned to their parents' homes after facing high rents and debt. Business Insider reported their accounts of using the arrangement to rebuild finances.
ai29 days ago
Local governments enact data center limits while 1,416 projects advance nationwide
Residents and officials in multiple states have imposed moratoriums or bans on data center projects. The measures follow a Business Insider count of 1,416 facilities built or approved in 2025.
koreaboo.comfinance32 days ago
Spotify Removed More Than 57,000 Episodes After Investigation Into Opioid Content
A U.S. senator reported the figure following a Business Insider investigation into opioid-promoting podcasts on the platform.
thehackersparadise.combusiness33 days ago
AI Delivers Major Individual Productivity Gains and Rising U.S. Labor Productivity, But Company-Wide and Aggregate Impacts Remain Limited So Far
Business Insider reported that some engineers complete work faster with AI tools, yet surveys and earnings data show limited effects on overall productivity so far.
technology36 days ago
Intel Opens Chip Factory to Reporter Under Strict Contamination Controls
A Business Insider reporter received access to Intel's Hillsboro, Oregon fabrication plant after following a detailed list of restricted items and undergoing gowning procedures. The visit showed automated systems moving wafers worth up to $500,000 each under yellow lighting to av…
business36 days ago
U.S. Issues Record Data Center Permits in 2025, Projecting 50% Rise in Electricity Use Alongside $600B Industry Investment
Business Insider analysis of air permits shows 176 new facilities approved across 34 states. Projected annual power consumption would exceed any single state except Texas.
ai39 days ago
Indeed Launches 'Jobs Need People' Campaign as It Expands AI Use in Hiring and Marketing
The job site rolled out new creative produced with 72andSunny that highlights AI-powered matching tools while stressing that hiring decisions remain human. Chief marketing officer James Whitemore discussed the campaign and three AI priorities in a Business Insider interview.
business41 days ago
Public Opposition to AI Data Centers Drives Quadrupled Security Hiring Since 2020
Postings for physical security roles at U.S. data centers have nearly quadrupled since early 2020. A Business Insider investigation counted 1,240 facilities built or approved by the end of 2024.
finance43 days ago
Retail CEOs Earned Median Worker Annual Pay in One Day Last Year
Business Insider reviewed proxy statements from 25 large retail and restaurant companies and calculated daily compensation for each CEO in 2025. The median annual pay for U.S. retail salespersons was $34,750 in 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
finance45 days ago
Peter Thiel Purchases Home in Buenos Aires and Enrolls Children in Local Schools
The PayPal and Palantir cofounder met President Javier Milei on April 23. Business Insider reported the moves follow a record 142,000 high-net-worth individuals migrating last year.
technology46 days ago
Social media posts link cortisol to multiple health issues
Business Insider reported that wellness influencers on social media are promoting supplements to address cortisol levels. Doctors interviewed said most self-diagnosed cases show normal hormone readings. The coverage also noted a separate discussion of low-cost longevity practices…
finance47 days ago
Ninety-One Songs Have Debuted at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 Since 1958
Business Insider reported that 91 songs have entered the Billboard Hot 100 in the top position since the chart began in 1958. Drake leads all artists with 10 such debuts.
finance48 days ago
Jewelers Identify Summer Trends in Beads, Mixed Metals, and Cocktail Rings
Jewelers and stylists told Business Insider that colorful beaded gemstone pieces, mixed-metal stacks, and oversized rings are gaining favor for summer 2026. They also noted rising interest in vintage and inherited jewelry while dainty and logo-heavy items are losing ground.
finance49 days ago
Retail Companies Report 2025 Median Worker Pay from $10,059 to Higher Figures
Business Insider compiled median employee compensation data from 28 retailers' 2025 proxy filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The figures reflect part-time and seasonal schedules common in the sector.
ai50 days ago
AI Tools Let Non-Developers Build Apps Without Coding Skills
Business Insider reported that artificial intelligence platforms now allow people without programming experience to create functional applications. The outlet interviewed individuals who used the tools to solve everyday problems such as finding childcare and navigating stores.
cnet.comfinance50 days ago
Ten new car models start under $25,000 before fees
Business Insider compiled the ten lowest starting prices for new vehicles sold in the United States. The list reflects manufacturer base prices before destination charges, taxes, and dealer mark-ups.
finance52 days ago
Business Insider ranks all 12 released Star Wars feature films
The ranking places the newest film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, at number 10. It covers the 12 feature-length Star Wars movies released through May 2026.
finance53 days ago
Microsoft Executive Yusuf Mehdi to Leave After Next Fiscal Year
Yusuf Mehdi, a 35-year Microsoft veteran, will depart after completing work through the next fiscal year. An internal memo viewed by Business Insider states he will focus on Windows, Microsoft 365, and Copilot initiatives during the transition period.
finance54 days ago
Business Insider CEO to Step Down at End of June
Business Insider announced that its chief executive will leave the company on June 30. An interim leader has been named to take over the role.
FI
finance54 days ago
World Bank Data Ranks Countries by Birth Rates in 2024
Business Insider compiled World Bank figures showing the ten countries with the highest and lowest crude birth rates. The United States recorded 10.6 births per 1,000 people and a fertility rate of 1.6 births per woman.
world54 days ago
Meal Kit and Prepared Meal Services Compared for Quality and Dietary Needs
Business Insider tested multiple meal kit and prepared meal delivery services over several years. The review evaluated ingredient quality, recipe clarity, prep time, dietary options, and value for different user needs.
finance54 days ago
Business Insider Ranks 19 Live-Action Star Wars Projects by Rotten Tomatoes Score
Business Insider compiled a ranking of all 19 live-action Star Wars movies and television series using Rotten Tomatoes critic scores. The list places The Rise of Skywalker at the bottom and The Mandalorian and Grogu near the lower end.
ai55 days ago
UK Firefighter Builds Grocery App Using AI Chatbots
Joe Poynton created an app that organizes shopping lists by store layout. He used AI chatbots without prior coding experience. The project is the first in a Business Insider series on non-technical users building personal tools.
ai56 days ago
Former Google Executive Bradley Horowitz Invests in Wellness Through Wisdom Ventures
Bradley Horowitz, through his firm Wisdom Ventures, has backed OpenAI, Anthropic, and other companies. He discussed his investment focus in an interview with Business Insider.
technology56 days ago
Amazon Project Titus Focuses on Nvidia GPU Infrastructure
Amazon is developing an internal initiative called Titus to adapt its data centers for future Nvidia hardware. The project includes changes to power systems, liquid cooling, and server layouts. Business Insider reported the details ahead of Nvidia's upcoming earnings.
finance56 days ago
Business Insider Publishes 2026 List of Top Women Early-Stage Investors
Business Insider released its sixth annual Seed 40 ranking of women investors focused on early-stage startups. The list uses the same methodology as the Seed 100 and highlights investors whose track records are still developing.
finance56 days ago
Termina and Business Insider Release 2026 Seed 100 and Seed 40 Investor Lists
Termina analyzed data on 1,974 seed investors using 25 performance attributes to compile the sixth annual Seed 100 and Seed 40 rankings. The lists highlight investors with strong exit records and continued activity in U.S. companies.