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Big Business This Week: Building “deep tech” that matters
Maybe it’s not high-tech that’s the answer to improving the world, maybe it’s actually… “deep tech.”
Meta Doubles Down on A.I. Spending as Zuckerberg Defends New Investments
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg defended the company’s heavy A.I. spending, saying it’s better to invest “too much than too little”.
Oil Jobs Dry Up as Mergers, Low Prices and Tariffs Rock Energy Sector
U.S. oil companies have cut over 4,000 jobs this year amid falling crude prices, increased tariffs, and massive industry consolidation.
Pfizer Slashes Drug Prices in Historic Deal with Trump
President Trump announced a major agreement with Pfizer to lower U.S. drug prices by tying them to the lowest prices offered in other developed countries.
How the Charlotte Hornets Are Prioritizing Innovation with New Jersey Patch Partner, Judi Health
Shelly Cayette-Weston shares how the team’s partnership with Judi Health aims to boost community and redefine athlete and fan health access.
The Future of Farming: InnerPlant CEO on Smart Crops That Emit Optical Signals
InnerPlant CEO Shely Aronov reveals how engineered crops like soybeans and corn emit signals when stressed—offering farmers early warnings to boost yields.
ChatGPT Goes Shopping with Built in Checkouts
OpenAI is rolling out a new “Instant Checkout” feature allowing U.S. ChatGPT users to buy single items from U.S. based Etsy sellers directly inside the chat.
$55B Deal Takes EA Private in Record-Breaking Buyout
Electronic Arts, the publisher of “Madden NFL” and “The Sims,” will be acquired for $55 billion by investors including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
YouTube Agrees to $24.5 M Settlement in Trump Censorship Suit
YouTube has agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by Donald Trump after his account was suspended in the aftermath of January 6th.
How $100K H1B Visas Could Reshape Hiring
Payoneer CEO John Caplan discusses the implications of $100K H1B visa requirements—and how they could reshape tech talent, hiring, and U.S. competitiveness.
Inside the Fed’s Numbers: Sarah Foster on U.S. Economic Momentum
Bankrate’s Sarah Foster breaks down Q2's 3.8% U.S. GDP growth and what it signals in light of recent Fed data and broader economic trends.
