Microsoft Edge Won’t Stop Asking You to Ditch Chrome
Microsoft Edge is doubling down on its efforts to pull users away from Google Chrome. The browser now surfaces its import tool in several key settings areas, not just during initial setup.
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Nike Sells Off Its NFT Bet RTFKT, Trump Pushes $200B Mortgage Buy
Nike has sold its digital collectibles subsidiary RTFKT, marking a full retreat from its blockchain ambitions. Separately, President Trump directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage bonds to lower housing costs ahead of the midterms.
T-Mobile’s Ads Get Slapped Down, But Does It Even Matter?
The National Advertising Division sided with AT&T in a false advertising dispute, finding T-Mobile’s claims about competitor price hikes and its own T-Sat coverage were misleading. T-Mobile says it will appeal the decisions, but the self-regulatory body has no direct enforcement power. The ruling is
SolarWinds CEO on the $4.4 Billion Deal That Took Them Private
In a Fortune op-ed, the CEO of SolarWinds details the intense, seven-month negotiation to take the company private in a $4.4 billion deal. He shares the leadership principles—credibility, balance, stamina, and persistence—that he says made the transaction a success.
Who’s Next for Apple? The NYT Profiles Tim Cook’s Likely Successor
A new New York Times report details Apple’s succession planning, naming hardware chief John Ternus as the leading candidate to replace Tim Cook. Cook, 65, has reportedly told senior leaders he is tired and wants to reduce his workload.
FedEx bets on easy returns to win the post-purchase game
FedEx is making a major play in the returns space, betting that simplifying the process for shoppers and shippers is critical for growth. With nearly 20% of online sales expected to be returned, the post-purchase experience is now a frontline battleground for carriers and retailers alike.
EU’s Big Decision on Google’s $32 Billion Wiz Deal is Coming
The European Commission has set a February 10 deadline to rule on Alphabet’s massive acquisition of Wiz. This $32 billion deal, already cleared in the U.S., is Google’s largest ever and a key move in the cloud wars.
China’s AI Darling Zhipu Soars in High-Stakes Hong Kong IPO
Zhipu AI has become the first major Chinese generative AI startup to go public, raising $558 million in a Hong Kong IPO. The stock saw massive retail demand and a big pre-debut pop, testing investor faith in China’s ability to challenge U.S. AI leaders.
Microsoft Denies Massive Layoff Rumors As “100% Made Up”
Microsoft’s chief communications officer has forcefully denied a viral report claiming the company is planning massive layoffs. Frank X. Shaw dismissed the rumor as “100% made up,” following similar pushback from a Windows Central editor.
Amazon Wants to Know: What Did You Actually Do Last Year?
Amazon is formalizing its performance review process around a simple, pointed question for corporate staff: what did you accomplish? This marks a significant cultural shift under CEO Andy Jassy, moving from vague self-reflection to demanding concrete results.