They Turned Down an Early Pay Day to Maintain Control of Their Business. And Then Went on to Raise $190 Million.
Jason Yeh, co-founder and General Partner of Patron, explains the early-stage venture firm’s creation and future outlook.
The Download: talking dirty with DeepSeek, and the risks and rewards of calorie restriction
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. It’s pretty easy to get DeepSeek to talk dirty AI companions like Replika are designed to engage in intimate exchanges, but people use general-purpose chatbots for sex talk too, despite their stricter content…
‘This Company Has Been My Life’: Intel CEO Retires, Reportedly Forced Out
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has led the company since February 2021 and said his departure is “bittersweet.”
Why Real Estate Should Be a Key Part of Your Wealth-Building Strategy in 2025 and Beyond
Real estate remains a strong choice for building wealth in 2025 and beyond, from its ability to generate passive income to offering long-term appreciation and acting as a hedge against inflation.
How to Beat the Post-Holiday Sales Slump and Crush Your Q1 Goals
Overcome the post-holiday sales slump and keep the momentum strong with these key tips.
Subway’s CEO Steps Down Amid a Major Transition for the Sandwich Giant
John Chidsey will step down at the end of 2024, marking the close of a transformative five-year tenure.
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‘I Stand By My Decisions’: A CEO Is Going Viral For Firing Almost All of the Company’s Employees — Here’s Why
The Musicians Club CEO Baldvin Oddsson fired 99 workers at once over Slack for missing a morning meeting. But there’s a catch.
‘If It Seems Too Good to Be True It Probably Is’: $18 Million Worth of ‘Great Deals’ Confiscated By Border Cops
A shipment of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars from Asia was seized at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport.
Online Shoppers Spent More Than Ever on Black Friday — And Now Cyber Monday Is Set to Break Records, Too
U.S. shoppers spent billions of dollars on Black Friday.
Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In — Here’s How That Actually Benefits Startups
While hefty funding rounds often equate to success, a growing trend shows that leaner investments foster stronger, more resilient startups, prioritizing innovation over hype and creating sustainable growth.