Why CEOs Dive Into Political Controversies
A new survey of business leaders shows that it’s usually not investors or customers pushing leaders to speak out.
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Gas Prices Continue to Surge in U.S., Rising 14% in a Week
Soaring oil prices suggest that more increases could be in store for American drivers. Diesel, jet fuel, and other refined products are also becoming much more expensive.
Iran Attacks and Mideast Flights: How Safe Is Air Travel?
Drone and missile attacks have caused high anxiety across the region, but experts say the danger to commercial airliners is “fairly remote.”
Amazon says Anthropic remains available outside of defense work
Amazon said Friday it will continue offering Anthropic’s artificial intelligence technology to its cloud customers, excluding work involving the Department of Defense. The announcement comes after the federal agency informed Anthropic on Thursday that it would label the company a “supply chain risk.” Anthropic responded by saying it has “no choice” but to challenge the…
LLMs Are Overtaking Search. Here’s How to Adjust Your Online Presence.
How companies can navigate three major shifts.
Divisive F.D.A. Vaccine Regulator Resigns
Dr. Vinay Prasad drew criticism for overriding career scientists and rejecting drugs by companies seeking agency approval.
Democrats Blame Trump For Jobs Report as Republicans Play Defense
The weaker-than-expected numbers quickly became a source of tension between the two parties ahead of the midterm elections.
Palantir stock jumps 15% in week on Iran war boosts, Anthropic muted
Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2026. Denis Balibouse | Reuters Palantir was an outlier in a tough week for the stock market, as the provider of software and services to the U.S. government saw its stock rally 15% following the U.S….
Inside One Bank’s Scenario Planning for War in the Middle East
The broadening conflict in the Middle East means global businesses must redraw their risk assessments.
U.S. Gas Prices Jump Again as Oil Tops $90 for First Time in Years
The price of a gallon of gasoline jumped again on Friday, hitting its highest level in a year and a half. Surging oil prices, now above $90 a barrel, suggest that the increases will continue.