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 The OpenAI talent exodus has become the joke of the moment in tech world

Mira Murati is the latest in a string of high-profile departures from OpenAI, leading one VC to jest about the lack of a C-Suite at the startup.

https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-talent-exodus-joke-tech-world-mira-murati-sam-altman-2024-9 
 Meta Connect 2024 live updates: Mark Zuckerberg takes the stage to talk AI, a new Quest, and Ray-Ban smart glasses in big keynote speech

The Meta Connect conference kicks off today. Get live updates on CEO Mark Zuckerberg's keynote on AI, Ray-Ban smart glasses, and a new Quest.

https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-connect-live-updates-mark-zuckerberg-keynote-2024-9 
 Americans might have to wait until 2030 for homes to be affordable again

The cost of homeownership in the US will return to "normal levels" by the end of the decade, according to Goldman Sachs.

https://www.businessinsider.com/house-affordability-could-increase-mortgage-rates-inflation-goldman-sachs-2024-9 
 7 shows to watch next if you enjoyed 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story'

"Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" is Netflix's latest true crime sensation. Here's what to watch next.

https://www.businessinsider.com/shows-like-monsters-the-lyle-and-erik-menendez-story-2024-9 
 I tried out the alpha version of ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode. Here's what you can expect as it rolls out this week.

ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode is highly entertaining and can even tackle SAT questions – but it's not quite as advanced as the text-based version.

https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-chatgpt-advanced-voice-mode-heres-what-to-expect-2024-9 
 A nutrition researcher shares how she eats to avoid an afternoon blood sugar crash

A top nutrition researcher said blood sugar monitoring helped her solve her afternoon exhaustion by switching to a new breakfast.

https://www.businessinsider.com/nutrition-researcher-eat-to-avoid-afternoon-crash-blood-sugar-2024-9 
 I swore off long-distance relationships. I then fell for a man who lived on a different continent.

I swore off long-distance relationships after seeing my friends go through them. Then I found myself flying for a man I had met twice.

https://www.businessinsider.com/flew-across-the-world-for-someone-i-had-met-twice-2024-9 
 An ex-Twitter employee won a legal battle over unpaid severance. Experts say it could spark more claims.

A former Twitter employee won an arbitration case over unpaid severance. Experts say it could prompt X to handle similar cases consistently.

https://www.businessinsider.com/ex-twitter-employee-wins-unpaid-severance-dispute-elon-musk-takeover-2024-9 
 My brother proposed to his girlfriend at my wedding. I was the one who suggested it.

Rebekah Matamoros says her brother proposed to his girlfriend at her wedding. She actually suggested the surprise engagement.

https://www.businessinsider.com/surprise-engagement-at-wedding-2024-9 
 A leaked MrBeast handbook reveals the YouTube titan's 'secret weapons' for success. Former employees say it wasn't always followed.

Read MrBeast's internal guide to succeeding on YouTube and at his company, which former staffers say was put into practice, with some exceptions.

https://www.businessinsider.com/leaked-mrbeast-guide-reveals-youtube-secret-weapons-for-success-2024-9 
 Kyrsten Sinema says she's 'fairly libertarian' and wants to work in the private sector after leaving the Senate: 'That's where the money comes from'

The Arizona senator also joked that she's "overqualified" to be president and said that gridlock in DC will only get worse.

https://www.businessinsider.com/kyrsten-sinema-libertarian-private-sector-2024-9 
 15 little-known secrets about Rachel Green even die-hard 'Friends' fans may not remember

Jennifer Aniston played Rachel Green on "Friends" for a decade. Even fans may not have caught these interesting details throughout the series.

https://www.businessinsider.com/friends-rachel-green-facts-cool-interesting-things-to-know 
 Thinking about sending your kid abroad for college? Here are 6 tips from college advisors and students for a successful move.

"Recognize that your experience is going to be a bit different, but it doesn't mean it's any less rich or rewarding," said Robert Harry, a college advisor.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guide-moving-abroad-for-college-according-to-university-advisors-diploma-2024-9 
 An OpenAI investor just published more than 10,300 words about the future of AI. We asked ChatGPT if it agreed.

OpenAI's ChatGPT had a bone to pick with some of investor Vinod Khosla's bullish predictions about the future of AI and its potential risks.

https://www.businessinsider.com/vinod-khosla-ai-essay-predictions-chatgpt-response-2024-9 
 Americans running out of unemployment benefits and part-time jobs at record levels point to a recession coming, economist says

Part-time gig workers are making the job market appear stronger than it actually is, according to Danielle DiMartino Booth.

https://www.businessinsider.com/recession-outlook-job-market-unemployment-benefits-part-time-workers-economy-2024-9 
 Israel appears to have pushed Hezbollah into a corner — setting the stage for an all-out war

Israel has inflicted a series of humiliating blows on the Hezbollah militia in neighboring Lebanon.

https://www.businessinsider.com/israel-pushed-hezbollah-corner-may-trigger-an-all-out-war-2024-9 
 Facebook cofounder Eduardo Saverin donated $15 million to a Singapore private school that charges up to $47,000 a year

Eduardo Saverin gave $15 million to the Singapore American School to fund key projects. The school's tuition costs up to $47,000 a year.

https://www.businessinsider.com/facebook-cofounder-eduardo-saverin-donation-singapore-american-school-2024-9 
 Sam Altman is joining forces with design guru Jony Ive and Steve Jobs' widow to build a new AI device company

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky arranged for Altman and Ive to meet last year.

https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-working-jony-ive-steve-jobs-widow-ai-device-2024-9 
 Target wants you to know it can deny your return if it suspects you're abusing its policy

Target is now saying out loud what should be obvious: the company's generous return policy isn't meant to be abused for free stuff.

https://www.businessinsider.com/target-return-policy-update-fraud-abuse-2024-9 
 A self-sustaining private island in Canada that can only be reached by boat or helicopter is for sale

A luxurious lodge on a private island in Nova Scotia with enough infrastructure to maintain life off the mainland is on the market.

https://www.businessinsider.com/private-island-for-sale-in-canada-reachable-by-boat-helicopter-2024-9 
 Rivian's CEO explains why there won't be just one winner in the EV market

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe explained at the Atlantic Festival 2024 why a thriving EV industry needs many successful brands.

https://www.businessinsider.com/rivian-ceo-one-brand-wont-win-ev-industry-tesla-2024-9 
 SEC is unhappy that Elon Musk did not give testimony to the financial regulator to attend a SpaceX launch

The US Securities and Exchange Commission isn't happy that Elon Musk missed court-ordered testimony for its Twitter probe to attend a SpaceX launch.

https://www.businessinsider.com/sec-unhappy-musk-no-testimony-spacex-launch-court-documents-2024-9 
 US Navy's new submarines are 'in crisis' as costs balloon by $17 billion, lawmaker says

The Navy's nuclear-powered Virginia class sub, which it's supposed to build two of a year, is facing major delays and ballooning costs.

https://www.businessinsider.com/us-navy-submarines-17-billion-over-budget-in-crisis-lawmaker-2024-9 
 The best grills of 2024, tested and reviewed

We grilled, seared, and smoked on 30 grills to find the best grill for every cook. Here are our top-rated grills from Weber, Traeger, Kamado Joe, and more.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-grills 
 It's a tough time in retail — and CEO heads keep rolling

Nike's John Donahoe is the latest CEO to get the chop amid a difficult environment for retail and consumer-focused companies since the pandemic.

https://www.businessinsider.com/nike-retail-ceo-departures-firings-tough-environment-consumer-spending-sales-2024-9 
 Paranoia over tech is mounting in Lebanon after deadly Hezbollah-pager explosions

The deadly Hezbollah-pager explosions are causing mounting distrust, with some Lebanon residents abandoning their electronic devices.

https://www.businessinsider.com/hezbollah-pager-explosions-lebanese-residents-abandon-devices-2024-9 
 Amazon RTO push is like ordering a new dish at a restaurant, only to realize you like your usual order better, says ex-Google HR boss

Laszlo Bock said Andy Jassy's drive to get Amazon workers in the office every day was a triumph of "traditional management over innovative management."

https://www.businessinsider.com/amazon-return-office-policy-traditional-management-approach-innovation-laszlo-bock-2024-9 
 Nike is bringing back a long-time exec as CEO — and he could be what the sportswear brand needs

Nike says Elliott Hill will replace John Donahoe as CEO in October. Nike has struggled to turn around its business over the last year.

https://www.businessinsider.com/nike-new-ceo-elliott-hill-may-help-ailing-sneaker-brand-2024-9 
 See the first video showing the US Air Force's B-21 Raider in flight

The B-21 Raider strategic bomber is now flying twice a week, US Air Force officials said, a major step toward the goal of flying them daily.

https://www.businessinsider.com/video-us-air-forces-b-21-first-take-off-landing-2024-9 
 Trump's crypto allies boast lavish lifestyles amid trail of debts

Donald Trump is the face of a new cryptocurrency business. Its key employees have a past littered with lawsuits and debts.

https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-crypto-partners-chase-herro-zachary-folkman-lawsuits-jail-debt-2024-9 
 Dieux's Instant Angel moisturizer is the perfect hydrating antidote for dry, sensitive skin

After celebrities raved about Dieux's Instant Angel, I had to try it for myself. After a week of testing, my sensitive skin is happy and hydrated.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/beauty/dieux-instant-angel-review 
 My kids go to a preschool we can't afford. We chose to sacrifice our budget for their early education.

My daughters overlapped one year before the oldest moved to public school. We have no regrets of our choice despite it draining our accounts.

https://www.businessinsider.com/we-are-sending-kids-to-private-preschool-we-cant-afford-2024-9 
 The 8 best tequilas, according to bartenders and our tests

To find the best tequila, we tasted the top picks from bartenders and spirit experts. Here are the best tequilas for margaritas, sipping, and more.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-tequila 
 Yonder, a London fintech startup offering rewards for credit card spending, has raised $30.1 million using this 11-slide pitch deck

London-based credit card reward startup Yonder wants to expand overseas with a new funding round.

https://www.businessinsider.com/yonder-london-credit-card-fintech-funding-vc-investors-2024-9 
 Founders should do this surprising thing more often in pitches, Daniel Lubetzky, the newest 'Shark Tank' addition, says

Daniel Lubetzky, founder of snack brand Kind, pointed to one ability that he looks for in founders on Shark Tank.

https://www.businessinsider.com/founders-should-do-this-in-pitches-shark-tank-daniel-lubetzky-2024-9 
 CEOs of big US companies are souring on hybrid work

CEOs of big US companies are increasingly expecting to end hybrid work setups in the next few years, according to KPMG US.

https://www.businessinsider.com/ceos-souring-on-hybrid-work-expect-full-rto-kpmg-says-2024-9 
 I just dropped my son off at college. I now wonder if I was a good enough mom.

My son just started college, and I can't stop thinking about my parenting choices. I worry I didn't do enough, but I always did what was best for him.

https://www.businessinsider.com/mom-dropped-off-son-college-good-parent-2024-9 
 The 51 best subscription gifts in 2024, for a gift that keeps giving month after month

The best subscription gifts offer your giftee a way to regularly engage their favorite hobbies and interests. Here are our top picks.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/gifts/subscription-gifts 
 Astrophotographers outline the 3 mistakes you're making when snapping photos of the moon and how to fix it

Hoping to snap a photo of Tuesday's supermoon? Astrophotographers give some tips on how to capture it.

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-photograph-full-moon-according-to-astrophotographers-top-tips-2024-9 
 Amazon Basics Memory Foam Mattress review: A good cheap mattress, but we recommend upgrading to the 10-inch size

We tested the Amazon Basics Memory Foam Mattress in two thicknesses. The $400 10-inch model is a good budget option, but thinner options lack support.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/amazon-basics-memory-foam-mattress-review 
 Stock market today: Indexes rise on upbeat retail sale data ahead of Fed meeting

Retail sales boosted confidence in the US consumer a day ahead of the Fed's anticipated interest rate cut.

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/stock-market-today-retail-sales-consumers-outlook-fed-rate-cut-2024-9 
 3 money mistakes even accounting professionals make, according to a personal finance expert who worked at EY and PwC

A former Big Four employee, who's now a financial literacy expert, shared three personal finance mistakes she saw ex-colleagues make.

https://www.businessinsider.com/pwc-ey-money-mistakes-personal-finance-expert-2024-9 
 Inside $178 billion Man Group's Oxford gathering: Academic hotshots, internal rising stars, and $25 trillion in institutional capital

The 10th iteration of the Man Alternative Investment Summit shows how the biggest asset managers are growing more intertwined with their backers.



https://www.businessinsider.com/man-group-annual-oxford-event-for-institutional-investors-2024-9 
 QMill, a Finnish quantum computing startup, just raised $4.5 million in seed funding with this pitch deck

QMill, a Finnish quantum startup, has raised seed funding to apply practical use cases in the quantum computing sector.

https://www.businessinsider.com/qmill-finnish-quantum-computing-startup-raises-seed-funding-vcs-2024-9 
 Timefold, a Belgian startup using AI to  help companies plan operations, has raised $6.7 million using this pitch deck

Ghent-based Timefold wants to help companies with complex logistical problems make better plans using AI.

https://www.businessinsider.com/timefold-belgian-planning-ai-startup-vc-funding-2024-9 
 This is one of the last messages the Titan submersible's riders sent before the vessel imploded

One of the last messages from the Titan submersible was, "All good here." The submersible lost contact with its support ship about 30 minutes after.

https://www.businessinsider.com/the-3-word-message-titan-submersible-riders-sent-before-implosion-2024-9 
 The 6 best meal kit delivery services of 2024, tested and reviewed

The best meal delivery services save you time and energy in the kitchen. We tested Blue Apron, Factor, HelloFresh, and more.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-meal-kit-delivery-service 
 'Time is running out' for China to hit its growth targets, economist says

With no clear sign of a stronger growth stimulus, China likely won't reach its 5% annual growth target, economist Yingrui Wang says.

https://www.businessinsider.com/china-growth-targets-axa-investment-property-sector-industrial-production-2024-9 
 We are 50 days from the US presidential election. Here's where things stand.

If this election cycle has shown anything, it's that anything can happen. Here's where thing stand between Harris and Trump, less than two month before Election Day.

https://www.businessinsider.com/harris-trump-presidential-election-50-days-vance-walz-electoral-math-2024-9 
 Meet 14 power players leading TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker that's taken center stage as the AI wars heat up

Here are 14 key people at TSMC, the most influential semiconductor company in the world

https://www.businessinsider.com/tsmc-power-players-14-execs-leading-worlds-biggest-chipmaker-2024-9 
 He was a theater and English major in the UK. Now, he's one of Singapore's 4 masters of wine.

Richard Hemming once analyzed nearly 30,000 books for a research paper on wine — and he continues to write about wine and food.

https://www.businessinsider.com/richard-hemming-one-of-four-masters-of-wine-singapore-2024-9 
 Resist the temptation of AI and bet on safe defensive stocks, Wall Street analysts say

AI investing has been all the rage this year, but as macro uncertainty picks up, so have recommendations to buy defensive stocks.

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/safe-defensive-stocks-ai-investing-rally-nvidia-semiconductors-selloff-outlook-2024-9 
 Turkey's 'balancing act' with BRICS may stoke NATO fears, but the West needn't be too worried, analysts say

The BRICS group, which includes countries such as Russia, China, and Iran, was formed to challenge the global power of developed Western nations.

https://www.businessinsider.com/turkey-balancing-act-brics-nato-west-analysts-2024-9 
 I love staying at aparthotels for solo travel. They combine the best parts of hotels and Airbnbs.

I stayed in my first aparthotel, which feels like a mix of a nice apartment and a boutique hotel. They're especially great for solo travelers like me.

https://www.businessinsider.com/why-aparthotels-better-than-hotels-airbnbs-solo-travel-2024-9 
 Mortgage rates are down ahead of a likely Fed cut. Is it time to consider refinancing?

Mortgage rates have dropped substantially as markets gear up for a rate cut from the Fed. Should you take advantage and refinance now, or wait?

https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-cut-lower-mortgage-rates-should-you-refinance-2024-9 
 CD and Savings Rates Today: Grow Your Savings

If you're considering opening a savings account or CD today and want a competitive rate, Business Insider did the research to help you find the best rate across popular savings accounts and CD terms.

https://www.businessinsider.com/cd-rates-savings-rates-today-sunday-15-2024-9 
 A millennial moved to the Netherlands from Texas and traded a 6-day workweek for a 4-day one. He earns less but says he is happier.

Keiland Smith said moving to the Netherlands and reducing his workdays makes him happier, even if he's earning less.

https://www.businessinsider.com/millennial-four-day-workweek-netherlands-chiropractor-high-skilled-visa-2024-9 
 I bought my dream home, but the difficult process and higher cost sometimes make me wish I'd stuck with renting

An interior design whiz was excited to apply her skills to a place she owned. But buying and renovating a home was both challenging and expensive.

https://www.businessinsider.com/millennial-bought-more-expensive-dream-home-sometimes-wishes-still-rented-2024-9 
 I have no inner monologue. I was shocked when I found out others do.

I was surprised to learn that my husband had a constant dialogue with himself in his head. My head, on the other hand, is totally silent.

https://www.businessinsider.com/i-have-no-inner-monologue-2024-9 
 We tried $40 martinis in LA, NY, and SF. They're the epitome of loud luxury, but not all lived up to the price tag.

BI reporters tried martinis in three US cities that ranged from $30 to $52, and were surprised to find that some actually warranted the price tag.

https://www.businessinsider.com/review-40-dollar-martini-new-york-los-angeles-san-francisco-2024-9 
 I spent an extra $44 on Disney World's new Lightning Lane system. I don't know how you can visit without it.

After using the new Lightning Lane Multi-Pass system at Disney World, I think anyone who cares about rides needs it.

https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-new-lightning-lane-system-isnt-cheap-but-worth-it-2024-9 
 Trump loses 'Electric Avenue' lawsuit as judge finds he has zero defense for tweeting the song

A federal judge in Manhattan found Trump liable in the "Electric Avenue" copyright case, saying he offered no real defense for using the song.

https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-loses-electric-avenue-copyright-lawsuit-2024-9 
 Where to watch Three Women: Stream new series now

Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, DeWanda Wise, and Gabrielle Creevy headline a new STARZ series. We'll show you where to watch Three Women.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/where-to-watch-three-women-stream-online-starz 
 People are now using ChatGPT as a manifestation tool

People are using AI as a tool to help with manifestation practices like visualizations, affirmations, and rewiring negative beliefs.

https://www.businessinsider.com/tiktokers-using-chatgpt-to-manifest-dreams-2024-8 
 Putin says the West risks 'war' with Russia over Ukraine missiles

Vladimir Putin is warning of 'war' with the West as the possibility of the US supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles may become a reality.

https://www.businessinsider.com/putin-threatens-war-with-west-nato-expels-uk-diplomats-2024-9 
 How wind-tunnel testing can make or break an F1 season

Wind-tunnel testing is "the most important development tool" for an F1 race car, a former team principal said.

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-formula-1-wind-tunnel-testing-works-2024-9 
 How Elon Musk fumbled his purchase of Twitter — and apparently gave Grimes's baby name to his other child

Elon Musk's Twitter takeover has been a mess. His personal life is chaotic, too. I talked to Kate Conger and Ryan Mac who just wrote a book about him.

https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-grimes-baby-name-new-book-character-limit-2024 
 Matthew Mercer just surprised 'Critical Role' fans with another banger collaboration

The nerdworld powerhouse's third campaign has seen collaborations with "Dimension 20" stars. Now, "Critical Role" has welcomed someone new on board.

https://www.businessinsider.com/critical-role-matt-mercer-shocks-fans-collaboration-dm-campaign-three-2024-9 
 It looks like the commercial real estate market has finally bottomed out — and experts say it's time to invest

Commercial real estate transactions are making a gradual comeback, Moody's noted.

https://www.businessinsider.com/commercial-real-estate-cre-debt-office-vacancy-bank-lending-moody-2024-9 
 How to preorder the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus: Save up to $830 with these deals

Apple's iPhone 16 is now available to preorder from major carriers and retailers with sweet trade-in incentives. Here's how to get your new device.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-iphone-16-deals 
 Should I buy a house if the Fed cuts rates?

The Fed's upcoming meeting could have implications for homebuyers, since mortgage rates are expected to drop as the central bank lowers rates.

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-fed-rate-cut-could-impact-mortgage-rates-homebuyers-2024-9 
 20 things you probably didn't know about Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega catapulted to fame after starring in the Netflix hit series "Wednesday." Here are 20 things you maybe didn't know about the actor.

https://www.businessinsider.com/jenna-ortega-fun-facts-2022-12 
 My 56-year-old mom lives rent-free in our house. She contributes by doing chores and childcare, but communicating expectations can be hard.

Multiple generations living in one house can benefit everyone involved, from saving money to childcare, but it's important to set expectations early.

https://www.businessinsider.com/multigenerational-living-grandparent-childcare-save-money-2024-9 
 Americans are the richest they've ever been thanks to soaring real estate and stock prices

Americans have a cumulative net worth of $164 trillion, far surpassing the $20 trillion in debt they hold.

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/americans-richest-theyve-ever-been-with-164-trillion-net-worth-2024-9 
 What is ChatGPT? Here's everything you need to know about OpenAI's chatbot

On Thursday, OpenAI unveiled o1, an AI model designed to reason more like humans.

https://www.businessinsider.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-chat-gpt-2023-1 
 Here's everything you need to know about Big Tech's AI models and tools but were too afraid to ask

Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, Meta and Amazon all have competing AI products and models. Here's a breakdown of what they are. 


https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-models-microsoft-openai-meta-google-2024-6 
 Sam Altman is on the charm offensive for AI

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman spoke to Oprah Winfrey in an effort to make the case as to why he can be trusted to develop artificial intelligence.

https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-oprah-winfrey-interview-charm-offensive-for-ai-2024-9 
 Disney Plus price: Plans, cost, and ad tier differences

Starting at $8 a month, Disney Plus is still one of the most affordable streaming services you can get. Here's a full rundown of each plan's price.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/disney-plus-price 
 The 6 best coffee grinders to get cafe-quality brews

The best coffee grinders are essential to making flavorful cups of coffee. We tested grinders for every brew style and budget.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-coffee-grinder 
 Taylor Swift's outfit change at the VMAs includes a sneaky reference to her song 'Down Bad.' Fans think it could be her next single.

Some fans think Taylor Swift is teasing "Down Bad" as her next single, thanks to a UFO detail on her second dress at the VMAs.

https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-vmas-dress-ufo-down-bad-easter-egg-2024-9 
 TV shows face a cutthroat new era

Hollywood is getting back to work after the labor strikes shut down most of production last year — but it's harder than ever to get a show made.

https://www.businessinsider.com/hollywood-risk-averse-new-shows-tv-big-stars-snubbed-2024-9 
 Your old Facebook and Instagram posts were probably used to train Meta's AI. You can't opt-out as an American, but you can do this instead.

Meta admitted to scraping public Facebook and Instagram posts and photos of adults dating back as far as 2007 to train its AI models.

https://www.businessinsider.com/facebook-instagram-posts-meta-ai-training-how-to-opt-out-2024-9 
 Puffy Royal Mattress review: A stately choice for side sleepers who run cold and like a plush feel

The soft Puffy Royal is an ace mattress for side sleepers. Its cushy foam allows you to sink into it, relieving pressure and limiting motion transfer.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/puffy-royal-mattress-review 
 I took the same grocery list to Walmart and Target. Both chains had what I needed, but some of the price differences shocked me.

I'm trying to find the greatest value for my weekly grocery shops, so I took the same grocery list to Walmart and Target to see which chain is better.

https://www.businessinsider.com/walmart-vs-target-grocery-shopping-which-is-better-review-2024-9 
 Why MrBeast could face big business problems and become 'BuzzFeed 2.0,' according to a prominent VC

Slow Ventures' cofounder Sam Lessin thinks MrBeast may ultimately run into the same business challenges that have plagued BuzzFeed.

https://www.businessinsider.com/why-mrbeast-could-face-business-problems-become-next-buzzfeed-2024-9 
 Microsoft is reportedly axing 650 jobs in its Xbox games division — less than a year after closing its Activision deal

Microsoft is laying off 650 employees in its Xbox games division, following previous layoffs and studio closures, Bloomberg reported.

https://www.businessinsider.com/microsoft-cuts-650-xbox-jobs-activision-blizzard-report-2024-9 
 Melinda French Gates opens up about how it feels to be a billionaire

Melinda French Gates's net worth is estimated to be anywhere between $11B and $13.5B. She told Vanity Fair that her wealth feels "surreal."

https://www.businessinsider.com/melinda-french-gates-how-it-feels-to-be-a-billionaire-2024-9 
 Video game actors fight for AI protections and compensation for their 'digital replicas' amid a gaming market slowdown

AI protections spark tension between SAG-AFTRA and video game studios, affecting actors' rights as they face job cuts and increased demands.

https://www.businessinsider.com/gaming-strikes-actors-developers-ai-protections-2024-9 
 The 4 best handheld vacuums of 2024, tested and reviewed

The best handheld vacuums from Black+Decker and Shark emphasize cordless, lightweight, and portable designs for quick clean-ups, pet hair, and cars.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-handheld-vacuum 
 Influencers are fed up with Apple as it takes a bigger bite out of the creator economy

Apple's in-app fees are spreading to more creator platforms, forcing influencers to adapt or simply absorb the extra costs.

https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-bigger-bite-creator-economy-influencers-fees-2024-9 
 The strategic way Taylor Swift shut down fan backlash, endorsed Kamala Harris, and won

Taylor Swift's long-awaited endorsement of Kamala Harris for president arrived Tuesday night. Fans have recently been criticizing Swift for her silence.

https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-kamala-harris-endorsement-criticism-explained-2024-9 
 Mark Zuckerberg just sold out a stadium

The Meta CEO was a guest on a sold-out live show of the "Acquired" podcast at Chase Center in San Francisco.

https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-mark-zuckerberg-acquired-podcast-sold-out-stadium-2024-9 
 Here's what the economy could look like with a Harris or Trump presidency

BI looked at Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump's plans for eight major economic categories that affect Americans' daily lives.

https://www.businessinsider.com/what-us-economy-would-look-like-with-trump-biden-presidency-2024-5 
 Sergey Brin says he doesn't think Google engineers use AI for coding as much as they should

Google co-founder Sergey Brin said the company's engineers aren't utilizing AI to its full extent when coding.

https://www.businessinsider.com/sergey-brin-google-engineers-ai-coding-use-more-podcast-2024-9 
 Australian breakdancer Raygun, who was trashed at the Paris Olympics, just got ranked world No. 1. Here's why.

Rachael "Raygun" Gunn was named the world's No.1 B-girl, despite a much-panned Olympics performance. Much of it hangs on a competition from last year.

https://www.businessinsider.com/rachael-gunn-raygun-named-world-no-1-bgirl-breakdancing-olympics-2024-9 
 My name is hard to spell, so I gave my kids names that are impossible to mess up

My name is fairly common, but the spelling is unique, and it's caused issues. I gave my kids names that are nearly impossible to misspell.

https://www.businessinsider.com/names-easy-spell-for-kids-2024-9 
 Lawyers for Caroline Ellison, Sam Bankman-Fried's ex, want zero prison time for her

Ellison's lawyers requested a non-custodial sentence for her in a court filing made on Tuesday.

https://www.businessinsider.com/lawyers-caroline-ellison-sam-bankman-fried-ex-zero-jail-time-2024-9 
 Elon Musk took a jab at Taylor Swift after she endorsed Kamala Harris — and now China's Swifties are up in arms

Taylor Swift fans are really angry with Elon Musk after he slammed Swift for her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris.

https://www.businessinsider.com/china-swifties-mad-elon-musk-harris-cat-lady-endorsement-post-2024-9 
 Hollywood is lining up behind Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris gains significant support from Hollywood stars, including George Clooney and Charli XCX.

https://www.businessinsider.com/hollywood-endorse-kamala-harris-george-clooney-charlixcx-2024-7 
 Drivers are feeling better about EV range and charging infrastructure, but still aren't ready to go electric

Demand for electric cars took a hit this year even as the industry inches closer to a cure for range anxiety.

https://www.businessinsider.com/ev-charging-range-improving-americans-still-dont-want-electric-cars-2024-9 
 The best iPhone in 2024: Which model should you buy?

Ahead of the release of the iPhone 16 series, we break down the best iPhone for your needs and budget following extensive usage and testing.

https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-iphone