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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.
