Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says a proposed California tax that could cost him $8 billion “never crossed my mind once.” But other billionaires, like Larry Page and Peter Thiel, are already making moves to leave the state.
The age of a billion-dollar startup founder is dropping fast, thanks to AI. A new report from VC firm Antler shows the average age for AI unicorn founders fell from 40 in 2020 to just 29 in 2024. This is compressing the timeline to a $1B valuation to under 5 years.
Researchers are deploying ultra-sensitive quantum detectors in the hunt for dark matter, which makes up 27% of the universe. The technology can pick up a signal that might only happen once every ten years.
At CES, SwitchBot announced the Onero H1, a flexible-armed robot for household chores, and the AI MindClip, a subscription-based voice recorder. The company is pushing beyond simple smart home gadgets into more complex, AI-driven automation. But can it deliver?
UnitedHealth’s Optum UK business, a major supplier of electronic patient record systems to British GPs, could soon be sold. Sky News reports TPG is in advanced talks for a deal worth up to £1.4 billion. This comes just two years after UnitedHealth bought the unit, then known as EMIS, for £1.24 billi
The exit landscape for 2026 is taking shape. According to Fortune’s survey of investors, expect a strong start for IPOs that may fade, massive AI-driven M&A, and a record-breaking secondary market as companies stay private longer.
Private equity giant Hg is close to a deal to take OneStream private. The financial planning software company went public in 2024 but has seen its shares fall 35% in the past year.
Extrox is a new Linux distribution that takes the user-friendly MX Linux base and gives it a modern makeover with the Compiz window manager. Its standout feature is a massive, pre-installed collection of audio plugins and production software. While powerful, it might be overwhelming for true beginne
Data center firm DayOne has secured over $2 billion in a Series C funding round. The capital, led by Coatue and Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, will accelerate its expansion in Europe and across Asia to meet booming AI infrastructure demand.
Wall Street was busy on Monday with a flurry of analyst upgrades and downgrades. The action spanned from tech giants like Intel and Nvidia to consumer staples like Costco and Estee Lauder.
