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.
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 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.
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.
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’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 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.
A new OpenAI report reveals a surge in Americans using ChatGPT for medical and insurance advice, just as enhanced ACA subsidies expire. The AI is tracking up to 2 million health-related queries weekly. But relying on it for diagnoses is dangerously unreliable.
According to a new report, Revolut is in talks to acquire the Turkish fintech bank FUPS. This move aligns with the company’s aggressive strategy to expand its global banking footprint.
A new Gallup report shows AI use at work is rising, with 45% of employees using it at least yearly. Yet, 40% say their employer hasn’t implemented an AI strategy, and 23% simply don’t know, revealing a major disconnect.
