Levi Strauss is working with Microsoft to build an AI “superagent” that will run inside Microsoft Teams and handle employee queries across multiple departments. The system represents a major shift toward direct-to-consumer operations and is scheduled for global rollout in early 2026.
Jeff Bezos is reportedly backing Project Prometheus, a new AI startup that’s already secured $6.2 billion in funding. Elon Musk responded by calling Bezos a “copycat” on X, adding another chapter to their long-running rivalry.
The Magnificent Seven tech stocks that dominated markets for years are showing significant weakness. Most have retreated from recent highs, with Meta looking particularly ugly. The era of easy gains might be over.
Binance and OKX allegedly profited from transactions involving illegal funds from crime organizations over the past two years. The findings come as the crypto industry seeks mainstream acceptance and regulatory approval.
Blackstone is putting $1.2 billion into building West Virginia’s first combined-cycle natural gas power plant. The 600-MW facility will help meet surging electricity demand from AI and data centers. Construction is expected to create about 500 local jobs.
Apple could be searching for a new CEO as soon as next year, according to recent reports. Tim Cook may step down in 2026, with hardware engineering lead John Ternus seen as the front-runner. This would mark the first CEO change since Cook took over after Steve Jobs’ passing in 2011.
AI in finance is creating dangerous market crowding where everyone takes the same positions. Experts warn this could collapse entire trading systems and regulators are getting nervous about the ecological impact on markets.
Sony has struck again against Concord, this time targeting fan-made custom servers that briefly brought the failed game back to life. The company issued DMCA takedowns against YouTube videos showing gameplay on these unofficial servers, causing the project to pause operations. This comes after Sony
Michael Burry of The Big Short fame is sounding the alarm on what he sees as an AI investment bubble. Using a Lord of the Rings meme and historical charts, he suggests stocks may have already peaked despite massive ongoing AI spending. His analysis points to potential market trouble ahead as AI comp
Walmart’s board chose stability and internal knowledge by promoting John Furner to CEO. The company lifer started in a garden center and now leads Walmart’s AI transformation while managing 2 million employees.
