Op-ed: Salesforce just revealed the next battleground in AI — and it's not the models
For the past year, markets have vaporized roughly $2 trillion in software value by asking the wrong question about AI.
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K, C or E? Why economists can’t agree on the shape of today’s economy
Economists have long viewed the post-pandemic economy as "K"-shaped. That consensus has now evaporated.
Iran trade falls as Supreme Leader Khamenei urges less reliance on the U.S. dollar
Iran's president says sanctions are hitting imports and exports, as its supreme leader urges less reliance on the U.S. dollar.
Tech backlash reaches fever pitch as AI angst collides with social media fears
With data center concerns becoming a major election issue and Meta reaching a landmark settlement in a social media case, the tech backlash is gaining steam.
Goodyear burning rubber and cash as turnaround plan continues
The tire maker has an ongoing turnaround plan as the company tries to restructure its business, refinance and pay down years of debt.
Buffett remains active at 96, but Berkshire's shares aren't doing much
Warren Buffett will be celebrating his 96th birthday on Sunday, but Berkshire Hathaway investors aren't celebrating the stock's anemic performance.
Meta’s $18 billion settlement puts TikTok and YouTube on notice. Who's next on the firing line?
"Meta is seeking to ensure its competitors will face the same rules," one business professor told CNBC after Meta called on rivals to protect children online.
Op-ed: Dolly Parton was underestimated for decades. That became one of her greatest strengths
In a candid 2015 interview, Dolly Parton told CNBC's Tania Bryer about depression, ambition and the business decisions that defined her career.
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U.S. appeals court rules against prediction markets, sets up likely fight at Supreme Court
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that sports-related event contracts are not swaps, contradicting a 3rd Circuit ruling from April.
Trump announces deal with Venezuela to secure more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves
The U.S. struck a deal with Venezuela to get majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, Trump said in a social media post.
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Corn and wheat prices jump to highest prices in more than three years
Corn and wheat futures have surged to their highest levels in more than three years. But the reasons for these recent rallies are notably different.
Stock traders warm up to Warsh as volatility index touches year-to-date low
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), which measures the price of 30-day options on the S&P 500 Index, fell to as low as 14.1.