New York City’s plan to stop e-bike battery fires

March 20, 2024

Walk just a few blocks in New York City and you’ll likely spot an electric bike zipping by. The vehicles have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among delivery drivers, tens of thousands of whom weave through New York streets. But the e-bike influx has caused a wave of fires sparked by their batteries,…

AI is the Antithesis of Authenticity — But There’s Hope. Here’s How We Can Align Our Human Values with AI.

March 20, 2024

Everyone’s talking about AI. There’s excitement, fear, apprehension and confusion. So, how should you use it for your business? It’s really a question of brand values.

The 4 Best Job Search Sites That Help You Save Time When Hiring

March 20, 2024

To stay ahead in the job market, employers need to use innovative job search sites to find top talent quickly.

Amber launches service to help Tesla owners navigate expired warranties

March 20, 2024

Owners of aging EVs aren’t exactly flush with options if something breaks after the original warranty expires. One Bay Area startup called Amber thinks it can help them navigate that minefield, starting with Tesla owners. The company, founded in early 2023, announced Wednesday it has launched a new aftermarket warranty product called AmberCare for Model […]

AirMyne taps geothermal energy to scale direct air carbon capture

March 20, 2024

The startup is betting its proprietary liquid and partnerships with enhanced geothermal energy companies will solve some of direct air capture’s problems.

From Stalwarts Like Ace Hardware to Emerging Brands Like Nothing Bundt Cakes — See the Top Retail Franchises

March 20, 2024

Featuring powerhouse brands revolutionizing the industry and empowering entrepreneurs to thrive, explore the top 15 retail franchises according to the 2024 Franchise 500 Ranking.

After a Bizarre Shopping Experience, She Co-Founded Her Own Business. Five Years Later, They Opened Their 23rd Location.

March 20, 2024

Anna Harman, the co-founder and CEO of Studs, explains how her company has reimagined ear piercings and jewelry for Gen Z and millennial customers.

These Two Key Factors Can Produce Unbreakable Customer Bonds With Your Business

March 20, 2024

The power of authenticity cannot be understated. Across the business landscape, customers identify with brands they connect with and trust. In the race for earning and building consumer loyalty, being authentic is among the most important values business leaders must get right from the very start.

Is There a Superior Diet for the Entrepreneur? The ‘Father of Biohacking’ Shares What He Eats for High Energy, Low Body Fat and Optimal Output

March 20, 2024

Plus, some science and AI behind the madness.

Astera Labs goes public, and the Inflection-Microsoft AI saga continues

March 20, 2024

Hello, and welcome back to Equity, the podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Wednesday show, focused on startup and venture capital news that matters. Today we have a grip of startup stories, and a venture capital item that isn’t as bad of news […]

Republican Congressman Jim Jordan asks Big Tech if Biden tried to censor AI