Google gains 25M subscriptions in Q1, driven by YouTube and Google One
Google added 25M paid subscriptions in Q1, reaching 350M total, as YouTube and Google One grow.
Food Franchises Are Going After Starbucks With a $100 Billion Beverage Strategy — Here’s What They’re Selling
McDonald’s, KFC, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Burger King are launching crafted drinks with boba and cold foam to cash in on the trend.
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Fusion power startup Zap Energy pulls a partial pivot, adding nuclear fission to the mix
Surprise! Fusion startup Zap Energy says it will be developing fission reactors alongside its fusion devices.
How to Make Money While You Sleep Is Only Partially Real — Here’s the Honest Truth About Passive Income in 2026
Passive income is real, but it is not effortless. Here’s what actually works, from dividends and franchises to managed ecommerce businesses, backed by real data.
Parallel Web Systems hits $2B valuation five months after its last big raise
The AI agent-tool startup founded by former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has raised $100 million, led by Sequoia, months after raising a previous $100 million.
Nvidia VP Says AI Costs ‘Far’ More Than Human Employees
AI costs are surpassing employee salaries, says Nvidia’s Bryan Catanzaro.
Real Leaders Don’t Just Spot Problems in Their Business — They Own the Fixes. Here’s How.
Many people think identifying a problem shows leadership. Senior leaders tend to look for something else entirely.
I Was a Hiring Manager at the White House. Here’s the Biggest Mistake People Make on Resumes — and How I Turned That Into a $400K Side Hustle.
Jennifer Clinchy reviewed thousands of resumes before starting her side hustle.
Google Photos uses AI to make the iconic closet from ‘Clueless’ a reality
Google recreates Cher’s closet from “Clueless” with AI.
More Gemini features are coming to Google TV
Google TV just got more Gemini features, including the ability to transform photos and videos with tools Nano Banana and Veo.
Bill Gurley, Jack Altman back startup Pursuit, which helps companies sell to government
On Wednesday, Pursuit announced a $22 million seed round led by Mike Rosengarten, the co-founder of OpenGov with out big-name VCs participating.