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Exclusive: Reasoner, a startup from Crashlytics’ co-founder, claims a breakthrough in making AI reliable enough for the enterprise

Serial entrepreneur Wayne Chang says Reasoner’s neurosymbolic approach avoids the risks of using generative AI. Read More

Peter Navarro nominated as senior adviser in Trump White House

Loyal former aide was imprisoned for contempt of Congress over January 6 storming of the Capitol

Trump in talks to replace defence nominee Hegseth

Florida governor Ron DeSantis among those who could replace Fox News host

UK uncovers vast crypto laundering scheme for gangsters and Russian spies

Multibillion-dollar ring across London, Moscow and Dubai connected cash-rich criminals with sanctions evaders

This year’s Stanley cup could be a $4 Trader Joe’s bag

Reusable, limited-edition bag goes viral. Read More

Pickleball is so last year. An ‘endless’ surf pool is the standout feature at this private club where units start at $2.5M

“People today want to get out in the world and be active and wake up the next morning and feel ...

UnitedHealth executive shot dead in New York ahead of investor day

Brian Thompson was top executive of company’s insurance division

Tapestry’s CEO harnesses an ‘insatiable curiosity’ about customers to sell luxury brands

CEO Joanne Crevoiserat understands the role of affordable luxury in the lives of consumers. Read More

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson fatally shot in Manhattan—and police say it was a targeted attack

Thompson was in New York for the company’s investor day scheduled for Wednesday. Read More

Amazon sued by DC attorney general for allegedly excluding neighborhoods from Prime delivery

Amazon’s actions caused more than 48,000 Prime members to get slower delivery than the rest of the capital city, Attorney ...

Most workers with disabilities are disclosing their status at work, but many are struggling with discrimination fears

Employees are more open about disclosing their disabilities, but they’re still scared to ask for what they need. Read More

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Salesforce, Foot Locker, Pure Storage, PSQ Holdings and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in early trading.

These three Walmart executives are a powerful force inside America’s largest retailer

Senior merchant jobs can lead to bigger things at Walmart. Read More

Amazon commits $100 million to bridge inequalities in tech education

AWS is offering education nonprofits access to its suite of products to enhance access to learning in subjects like AI ...

Roku will be bought for a large premium in the next year, says Needham analyst Laura Martin

Don’t be surprised if Roku gets scooped up by a competitor in 2025, Needham said.

Super Micro needs a new CFO after an accounting scandal. Who should apply?

The company says an investigation finds no evidence of fraud.   Read More

Trump was joking when he said Canada could become the 51st state, Canadian minister says

Trump appeared to continue with the joke Tuesday, posting on Truth Social an AI-generated image of him standing on a ...

Celsius Network founder pleads guilty to fraud charges over collapse of crypto lending platform

Alexander Mashinsky, 58, of Manhattan, entered the plea in New York federal court to commodities and securities fraud. Read More

Trump considers replacing Pete Hegseth, his embattled secretary of defense pick, with Ron DeSantis

Trump’s choice of Hegseth is now in jeopardy because of allegations of drinking and reports about his treatment of women.

General Motors takes $5bn charge against China businesses

Move lays bare slowdown in what was once the US carmaker’s largest market

Poor performance at GM’s China joint ventures leads to $5 billion charge for automaker

GM for years has owned 50% of its joint venture with SAIC General Motors Corp. and has other joint ventures, ...

Mastercard-backed startup On Me wants to disrupt the $200 billion gift card duopoly

Founded by Google veterans, On Me is launching its digital-focused gift card product with $1.7 million in funding from Lerer ...

Private payrolls grew by 146,000 in November, less than expected, ADP says

Companies added 146,000 on the month, below the downwardly revised 184,000 in October and less than the Dow Jones estimate ...

Eli Lilly’s Zepbound causes greater weight loss than Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy in head-to-head trial

Zepbound’s greater weight loss is a huge advantage for Eli Lilly, which is competing with Novo Nordisk for a larger ...

GM expects more than $5 billion impact from China restructuring, including plant closures

General Motors expects a restructuring of its joint venture operations with SAIC Motor Corp. in China to cost more than ...

Foot Locker issues gloomy holiday outlook, blames soft consumer demand

Foot Locker fell short of Wall Street expectations and cut its guidance after sales declined more than expected.

Macron urges lawmakers to vote for Barnier

French president downplays economic risks triggered by likely government collapse on Wednesday

5 things to know before the stock market opens Wednesday

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.