Business Update

The technology supplier said it was shifting its focus to higher-growth businesses, including A.I. consulting and software. Source link

The company, which publishes more than 200 local newspapers across 42 states, is adopting the name of its flagship publication. Source link

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said some sectors were in a recession as he argued for more interest rate cuts. Source link

The president suggested earlier in the day that he would withhold food stamp payments despite a court order mandating the administration pay partial benefits. Source link

Once pitched as dispassionate tools to answer your questions, A.I. chatbots are now programmed to reflect the biases of their creators. Source link

Everything in the shop appeared to have been abandoned. A devoted customer took it all home and started selling the items herself. Source link

Companies that sell diamonds, plant sensors and wine all have one thing in common: They are weighing in against tariffs in a consequential case. Source link

After three decades, the MSNBC brand will be retired on Nov. 15. The network has called in Rachel Maddow to help viewers make the transition. Source link

Yum! Brands, which also owns Taco Bell and KFC, said it would explore “strategic options” for the pizza chain, including a sale. Source link

Potentially huge legal issues are hovering over Kenvue. But Kimberly-Clark, which agreed to buy it for $40 billion, appears to think they’re manageable. Source link