NPR's Steve Inskeep revisits Huawei to evaluate its adaptation strategies following U.S. sanctions.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep revisits Huawei to evaluate its adaptation strategies following U.S. sanctions.
Uber has reportedly put five of its planned 2026 European market launches on hold, including Austria, Norway, and Greece. The company cited recent successes in Finland and Denmark as a reason to focus on existing markets, but a potential acquisition of Delivery Hero may also be a factor.
Cryptocurrency analytics firm Nansen reports that nearly 1 million people have lost $3.8 billion on the $TRUMP memecoin. The coin is down 98% from its peak, with two out of three buyers losing money.
Buildher, a Nairobi-based nonprofit, trains women for skilled construction jobs, aiming to increase their participation from 3% to 10% by 2030. Graduates see significant earnings increases and improved household decision-making.
Milan-based Bending Spoons, known for acquiring digital brands like Meetup and Vimeo, debuted on Nasdaq with a market cap briefly exceeding $25 billion. The company's strategy involves acquiring and holding brands, improving them with tech and AI, sometimes through price hikes and layoffs, while maintaining stable customer retention.
In 2026, a surge in AI investment propelled many startups to unicorn status. Data from Crunchbase and PitchBook reveals a list of VC-backed companies achieving this milestone, with AI-focused firms dominating, but notable exceptions in healthcare and crypto also emerging.
Once a vibrant desert stop for travelers, Primm, Nevada, is making a comeback attempt. After years of decline due to increased casino competition, the Primm family and Terrible's convenience store chain are investing to revive the near-ghost town, drawing inspiration from Las Vegas's reinvention.
