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#963: Anthropic files for potentially the biggest IPO in history all while admitting that AI could cause existential risk to humanity. Trump announces Audi will build a $4 billion US factory in Georgia. Instagram is testing out 90-minute horizontal videos in a move that competes with Youtube. ‘Maxxing’ is Dictionary.com’s 2026 word of the year. Finally, Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts for its laid off workers.

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#962: Unauthorized AI agents are accessing bank accounts and the big banks are scrambling to mitigate the risks. A new startup that enlists genetically engineered war dogs raises $200 million. The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders are unionizing after years of unfair pair. London’s most famous shopping street, Oxford Street, is barring cars from driving through it. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.

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#961: The iPhone Duo arrives in stores and the public can get their hands on it for $2,000. NYC’s horse carriage ban is raising many questions for the drivers who have to figure out how to maintain their livelihood. With all the data centers being built, the gray paint business is booming. Luxury stores in Paris are suffering due to the violent protests happening across France. Finally, why is nobody hanging out on Friday nights anymore?

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#960: Government websites go dark as hackers exploit weaknesses. Meta strikes a deal to keep Zuckerberg in California. United CEO is caught in a firestorm after doubling down on his support of a national wealth tax. Then Neal shares his favorite numbers from the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, bougie neighborhoods, and the Brewers. Finally, Airbnb says guests don’t have to clean up after themselves.

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#959: SpaceX reports soaring results as its AI business continues to be a growth driver. Netflix reports its slowest revenue growth in years as it overhauls its content programming along with its leadership team. Airliners and travel experts warn this could be the priciest holiday travel season in years due to rising fuel costs. Unilever offloads its Welly Bandage business while PepsiCo is struggling with its Poppi acquisition. People are vibecoding away ads on their smart TVs. Finally, Jay Z is reportedly making himself the Super Bowl halftime performer.

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