US Business
TikTok’s Owner Wanted to Create a Hit Videogame. It Failed.
ByteDance is to lay off hundreds of staff at its videogame unit, Nuverse, as it pulls back on another big bet on expansion.
Year: 2023
US Business
The Biggest Winner in the OpenAI Fiasco
Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella made a huge bet on the world’s hottest AI company. After it nearly blew up on him, he now emerges with closer ties to its leader, Sam Altman.
US Business
Black Friday Deals Started Early, and Shoppers Were Choosy
Retailers welcomed larger crowds versus 2022 and plan to nudge consumers to splurge this holiday season.
US Business
Nissan to Ramp Up EV, Battery Business in U.K. With Over $2 Billion Investment
Nissan Motor is expanding its electric vehicles and battery manufacturing capacity in the U.K. as the carmaker pushes to have an all-electric lineup in Europe.
US Business
How a Fervent Belief Split Silicon Valley—and Fueled the Blowup at OpenAI
Sam Altman’s firing showed the influence of effective altruism and its view that AI development must slow down. His return marked its limits.
Small Business/Startups
BBB Business Tip: Why Responding to Your Customer Reviews Matters
In today’s marketplace, online reviews are one of the more crucial components of operating a successful business. According to a survey performed by BrightLocal, 93% of consumers say that online reviews influenced their purchasing decisions. A key differentiator in giving your business a competitive edge is making sure you respond to customer reviews, […]
Nonprofit
Application Opens for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States Executive Director
(Joplin, MO) – The Moran Company is pleased to partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States to recruit the organization’s next Executive Director. The job posting is listed here. Ronald McDonald House […]
US Business
Altman to Return as OpenAI CEO After Days of Turmoil
The announcement marks the end of an impasse over who would lead the company that has become synonymous with the boom in AI technology.
US Business
Larry Summers Is OpenAI’s Surprise Pick to Mend Fences
The former Treasury secretary joins a three-person initial board that has been appointed as Sam Altman returns as chief executive.
Government
JATSO Seeking Public Comments on Its Transportation Improvement Program
The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking comments during a seven-day public comment period for amendments to the 2022–2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP contains transportation and transit projects in the Joplin […]