The Carbon Market’s Broken Plumbing – And The Fix
The voluntary carbon market saw trade values drop 29% last year despite steady demand. Companies are paying more for quality but can’t tell what quality means in a fragmented system.
Category: Business
Larry Ellison’s Oxford science institute hits major turbulence
Larry Ellison’s ambitious £10bn science institute in Oxford is undergoing a major overhaul after the departure of its president Sir John Bell. The Oracle co-founder has scaled back pandemic preparedness work and tightened control over operations, shifting focus to AI and robotics instead.
Why Michael Burry’s AI Short Might Be Wrong
Michael Burry, famous for predicting the 2008 crisis, is now betting against AI. But Forbes argues this isn’t a traditional bubble – it’s a fundamental infrastructure shift driven by energy and thermodynamics. The comparison to past bubbles misses that AI demand is already contractually locked in.
Tim Cook’s Apple Exit Plan Is Accelerating
Apple is reportedly accelerating succession planning for CEO Tim Cook’s eventual retirement. The company’s board and senior executives are involved in the process, with hardware engineering chief John Ternus emerging as the frontrunner. This comes as multiple iconic brands face leadership transition
Why Smart Companies Are Investing AI Savings Into Better Service
Instead of pocketing AI cost savings, innovative companies are creating “service dividends” by reinvesting those gains into customer experience. This strategic shift from cost-cutting to experience-building could redefine competitive advantage. The approach represents a deliberate choice that separa
AI is making performance reviews completely obsolete
According to new analysis, AI is fundamentally changing what it means to be good at your job. The problem? Most companies are still evaluating employees using outdated metrics that completely miss the new skills that matter most.
Cities: Skylines developer Colossal Order exits franchise
Paradox Interactive announced Colossal Order is leaving the Cities: Skylines franchise after nearly a decade. The original developer will hand over development to Iceflake Studios starting in 2026 amid ongoing performance issues and missing console ports.
Europe’s Power Problem: Why the Continent Keeps Getting Pushed Around
Europe is discovering that economic size alone doesn’t translate to geopolitical power. From trade capitulation to diplomatic sidelining, the continent’s weaknesses are becoming impossible to ignore. The scramble for Europe has begun.
Why this CEO read 80 employee reviews personally
When Dan Springer joined Ironclad, he discovered a gap between the company’s praised culture and actual manager feedback quality. His hands-on approach to reading employee reviews reveals a shift in how CEOs are thinking about performance management. Research shows companies focusing on performance
Entry-Level Jobs Are Getting Automated – And That’s Changing Everything
The entry-level job market is undergoing a radical transformation thanks to AI. Companies are hiring fewer junior employees while expecting new grads to become AI managers immediately.