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Joon Park joins Balyasny as COO of Equities after Kodai Capitals Closure
Dmitry Balyasny founded his hedge fund in 2001.Balyasny <ul><li>Joon Park, a cofounder of Kodai Capital, is joining Dmitry Balyasny's $23 billion firm.</li><li>Kodai Capital is returning capital aft… [+1987 chars]
EU Imposes $570 Million Fine on Apple, Sparking White House Outrage
Apple's $570 million fine from the EU has triggered a sharp rebuke from the White House, which called the fine a form of economic extortion, Reuters reports. The fine was announced on Wednesday by t… [+1759 chars]
Gucci Sales Plummet Amidst Luxury Market Challenges
Gucci sales continue to struggle.SEBASTIEN DUPUY/AFP via Getty Images <ul><li>Gucci sales fell 25% in the first quarter to 1.6 billion euros.</li><li>The decline contributed to a 14% decrease in own… [+2386 chars]
U.S. Jobless Claims See Modest Increase Amid Robust Labor Market
U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose modestly last week as business continue to retain workers despite fears of a possible economic downturn. Jobless claim applications inched up by 6,000 to … [+2020 chars]
Revolut's Unique 'Karma' System Ties Bonuses to Compliance and Risk Management
Revolut CEO and founder Nikolay Storonsky.Storonsky <ul><li>Fintech startup Revolut awards or docks "Karma" points based on how staff follow compliance rules.</li><li>These scores roll into team tot… [+2573 chars]
Navigating Content Creation in Regulated Industries: Strategies for Success
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with companies across highly regulated sectors, including finance, insurance, banking, and tobacco. Navigating these industries means understanding how regulation i… [+7349 chars]
Severe Turbulence Injures Five on United Airlines Flight to Singapore
The incident occurred on a United Airlines Boeing 787 (not pictured.)JanValls/NurPhoto/Getty Images <ul><li>A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Singapore encountered severe turbulence las… [+2352 chars]
Gaming M&A Activity Soars to New Heights in Q1 2025
After some weak results in the past few years, gaming M&A hit its highest quarterly deal value in nearly two years and recovered from a dip in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Drake Star … [+5934 chars]
Richard Mille Unveils Exquisite RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire Collection
Richard Mille has unveiled three RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire models as part of its high-end watch collection. Designed specifically for sapphire cases, the timepieces merge gothic architectur… [+1191 chars]
Partnership at Big Four Firms Faces Challenges Amid Economic Shifts
Big Four partner numbers have dropped in recent years, and some see it as a less attractive option.Ezra Bailey/Getty Images <ul><li>Being a partner at Big Four firms is becoming less lucrative and h… [+6310 chars]
Trump Announces New Tariff Strategy Amid Ongoing Trade Negotiations
ROBERTO SCHMIDT/AFP via Getty Images <ul><li>Trump is hinting that he may be changing his position on reciprocal tariffs again.</li><li>He said he would impose tariffs on countries in two to three w… [+1944 chars]
Rising Costs of Engagement Rings: How Tariffs and Gold Prices are Impacting the Jewelry Market
About 80% of the cost of a typical engagement ring is determined by the gem, with about 20% from the metal itself.Doni Persada/Getty Images <ul><li>With rising gold and gem costs, jewelers are weigh… [+3442 chars]
Economist Warns Trump's Trade Policies May Lead to Recession Due to Uncertainty
President Donald Trump has changed the global trading environment.ROBERTO SCHMIDT/AFP via Getty Images <ul><li>President Donald Trump's trade policies may lead to recession due to tariff uncertainty… [+2413 chars]
The Weakening US Dollar: Impacts on Consumers and the Economy
The weakening US dollar is likely to increase costs for US consumers.Peter Dazeley/Getty Images <ul><li>The value of the US dollar has fallen to three-year lows as Donald Trump's trade war continues… [+3593 chars]
Kraken's Innovative Acquisition Strategy: How AI is Transforming Due Diligence
When the crypto exchange Kraken was mulling paying $1.5 billion for a retail trading startup NinjaTrader, it was a given that Kraken would want to check under the hood. Usually, a team of six Kraken… [+5461 chars]
How Jeff White and Suleyka Bolaos Retired in Their 30s Through House Hacking
Since 2017, Jeff White and Suleyka Bolaños have moved homes once a year. They've shared walls with neighbors in duplexes and triplexes, and shared common spaces with roommates in single-family homes… [+7181 chars]
Navigating the Challenges of On-Cycle Recruiting in Private Equity
Getty Images; Tyler Le/BI <ul><li>Every year, private equity recruiters hold a week of speed-dating recruiting for junior talent.</li><li>Known as "on-cycle," the practice has drawn critics, includi… [+7679 chars]
Venture Capitalists Show Heightened Interest in Defense Tech Amid New Administration's Policies
xia yuan/Getty Images <ul><li>Venture capitalists are investing heavily in defense tech amid Trump's executive orders.</li><li>Despite past overall funding challenges in tech, VC investments in defe… [+7897 chars]
The SaaS Revolution: How AI is Transforming Pricing Models
AI costs are putting seat-based pricing under pressureAlistair Barr/Business Insider <ul><li>Software companies usually charge based on the number of "seats" or users.</li><li>That traditional prici… [+8047 chars]
Antitrust Battles Loom Over Google, But Advertisers Remain Nonchalant
Google is facing a two-pronged antitrust showdown.Illustration by Pavlo Gonchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images <ul><li>Big marketers aren't rushing to celebrate a potential Google ad break… [+7705 chars]
NN Group and Rubio Impact Ventures Launch Second Edition of Social Innovation Startup Award
Last year, NN Group and Rubio Impact Ventures launched the NN Social Innovation Startup Award providing grants and mentoring to startups to tackle mental, physical, and financial well-being challenge… [+6072 chars]
Tesla Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Odometer Discrepancies
Business Insider spoke to five Tesla drivers who say they've seen a significant difference between how much they say they drive and what shows up on the odometer.Sjoerd van der Wal via Getty Images … [+10401 chars]
BRABUS Unveils High-Performance Styling Package for Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+
BRABUS has revealed its latest performance and styling package for the Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+, boosting the luxury plug-in hybrid to a staggering 700 hp and 625 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to t… [+890 chars]
Elon Musk Plans to Step Back from DOGE to Focus on Tesla, Sparking Mixed Reactions Among Federal Workers
Elon Musk said he plans to step back from DOGE to focus on Tesla.The Washington Post/The Washington Post via Getty Images <ul><li>Elon Musk announced his plans to step back from DOGE to focus more o… [+4986 chars]
Boba Tea Lovers Brace for Price Increases Amidst New Tariffs
Dominique Nguyen (left) and Jeren Calinisan (right) are worried that tariffs will increase the prices of their favorite beverage, boba tea.Jireh Deng/Business Insider <ul><li>Boba tea prices may ris… [+6335 chars]
Mortgage Market Turbulence: Understanding Recent Rate Fluctuations Amid Economic Uncertainty
Mortgage rates can change daily and even hourly. Tharon Green/CNET President Trump's tariff proposals have caused a dizzying ride in the mortgage market, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed m… [+6227 chars]
Casa Soskil: A Revolutionary Architectural Marvel in Mrida, Mexico
Designed by architect Ludwig Godefroy, the Casa Soskil is an architectural project that redefines traditional design. Nestled in Mexicos vibrant and culturally rich Mérida city, the house presents a … [+1637 chars]
Entitled Customer Faces Consequences After Debit Card Demands at Woodforest National Bank
Reddit/Unsplash Rude customer encounters abound on Reddit. In this story, one woman got charged for causing debit card chaos. Let’s swipe on through to get the deets. I work at Woodforest Nationa… [+6198 chars]
Vietnam and the United States Initiate Crucial Trade Talks Amid Tariff Threat
Vietnam and the United States have kicked off trade talks, the Vietnamese government has said, as Hanoi scrambles to avoid a crippling 46 percent tariff announced by US President Donald Trump. Vietn… [+1636 chars]
Graduating Students Express Job Market Pessimism Despite Steady Hiring Plans from Employers
A fall 2024 survey of the Class of 2025 found seniors were less than optimistic about their futures after graduation due to a competitive job market. Just weeks before commencement, new data from Han… [+4409 chars]
Chipotle's CEO Implements Smiling Policy to Enhance Customer Experience
Chipotle's CEO has made it compulsory for staff to smile at customers.Justin Sullivan/Getty Images <ul><li>Chipotle is making it compulsory for employees to smile at customers.</li><li>CEO Scott Boa… [+2716 chars]
Discord's Co-founder Jason Citron Announces Transition from CEO Role
"As you know, I'm more of a builder, an early-stage kind of guy," Discord's CEO Jason Citron said in an interview with VentureBeat.Kimberly White via Getty Images <ul><li>Jason Citron is the cofound… [+2901 chars]
Southwest Airlines Readies for Earnings Report Amid Market Speculation
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 20: A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 airplane approaches San Diego ... More International Airport for a landing from Oakland on April 20, 2025 in San Diego, California. (… [+3792 chars]
The Impact of 'Mega-Sheds' on Local Communities in Northamptonshire
Jon IronmongerBBC Investigations, Northamptonshire Rockingham 161 looms over houses in Hooke Close in Corby Bang in the middle of England, Northamptonshire has more storage and distribution centre… [+5532 chars]
Toronto's Real Estate Market: A Shift Towards Buyer Favor Amid Falling Prices
It may be one of the worst times in years to try and sell a home in Toronto, but conversely, those in the market to buy a property may be able to land themselves somewhat of a deal (relative to the c… [+2889 chars]
Navigating Career Transitions: Five Questions Addressed
Its five answers to five questions. Here we go 1. I want to quit my job and open a bookstore I work in tax accounting. Tax season just ended and the overtime nearly killed me. I love my job but I’m… [+10697 chars]
Publishers React to Google's Cookie U-Turn: Frustration and Future Strategies
This Media Briefing covers the latest in media trends for Digiday+ members and is distributed over email every Thursday at 10 a.m. ET. More from the series →In this week’s Media Briefing, publishers … [+12458 chars]
Indian Market Predictions and Stock Recommendations for Traders
The Indian market is likely to consolidate on Thursday, tracking mixed global cues.The Nifty future closed positively with gains of 0.57% at 24,306 levels on Wednesday. India VIX rose nearly 5% to cl… [+1684 chars]
Elon Musk's Support for Donald Trump: A Potential Misstep for Tesla?
Sign up for CleanTechnica's Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott's in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 24th … [+3314 chars]