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☆ Check out these ultra-realistic masks of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg that cost $20,000 a piece and a month to make
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-26 | by ( Sindhu Sundar | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Landon Meier is the artist behind realistic masks of tech figures like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. The digital artist Beeple showed the masks at an event this month during the NFT conference in New York. It seemed the likes of Andy Warhol, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had all at once taken the spotlight together. The masks themselves were made by Denver, Colorado-based artist Landon Meier, who meticulously crafts the life-like visages, Beeple tweeted. Landon Meier.

☆ Russian travelers say they fear one question: ‘Where are you from?’
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-10 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Another Russian traveler, Lana, also asked that we not use her full name over fears of retaliation from Russian authorities. "Back then, when you say 'I'm from Russia,' the first thing people say is vodka, bears, Matryoshka [dolls], and all that innocent stuff," she said. Anna said telling new people she's Russian has "always been tricky, to be honest, even before the war." Source: Julia AzarovaSince leaving Russia, Azarova said she's not had any confrontations over her nationality. Now she's now no longer afraid to say she's Russian, she said, namely because she can't do anything about it.

☆ Big real estate landlords are finally starting to decarbonize, creating an $18 trillion market that this Blackstone portfolio company plans to profit from at every turn
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-03 | by ( Alex Nicoll | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The Blackstone portfolio company Legence wants to be a one-stop shop for landlords. A Real Estate Board of New York study found that the total penalties could top $213 million. Its ICS became the strategic planner, its CMTA, which designed the first net-zero school in the United States, designed the upgrades, and its Gilbert Mechanical installed the new heating, cooling, ventilation, and lighting hardware. How to do itIt may still be a challenge to coordinate decarbonization processes, which don't come naturally to large-scale real-estate operators, Boland said. Legence plans to grow the business's geographic scope and increase its depth in current markets, including Colorado and California, Sprau said.

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☆ A Former Baseball Pro Takes on the Messy World of Online Returns
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-30 | by ( Tim Paradis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Spencer Kieboom, a former pro baseball player, is a cofounder and the CEO of Pollen Returns. The company helps online retailers recover their goods sooner to speed up the returns process. This can reduce the amount of inventory companies need, which is better for the planet. Spencer Kieboom is cofounder and CEO of Pollen Returns. Spencer KieboomHe said many companies had more than 20% of their inventory caught up in the returns process.

☆ Apple's own execs are split on whether the company should make smart goggles. Experts say if Apple can't make smart glasses happen, no one can.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-30 | by ( Asia Martin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Apple is reportedly introducing its Reality Pro smart goggles in June. Experts say the goggles may not be a smash success, but if anyone can make it work, it's Apple. Earlier this week, The New York Times reported that a rare wave of dissent made its way into the team behind Apple's mixed-reality smart goggles, called Apple Reality Pro. Apple Reality Pro will have a wow-factor to it because it's had time to improve upon the foundations laid by its competitors. The virtual reality headset market was worth $7.7 billion in 2022, according to a report by Grandview Research.

☆ These 3 'secret strengths' can make introverted kids become highly successful adults, says bestselling author Susan Cain
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-17 | by ( Ashton Jackson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

If you notice introverted children keeping to themselves, concentrating overly deeply or staying quiet in public settings, don't panic. Some of the traits that can make parents think something's wrong with their child may actually be "hidden superpowers" that make for successful adults, says bestselling author Susan Cain. In her 2017 book "Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverted Kids," for example, she implored parents and teachers to embrace their kids' differences, rather than forcing them into extroverted tropes. Some people have trouble recognizing that distinction, leading them to unintentionally stunt introverted kids' growth and development, according to Cain's book. That starts with recognizing their "secret strengths."

☆ CNBC Daily Open: After First Republic rescue, the banking crisis looks contained (again)
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-17 | by ( Yeo Boon Ping | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. At the risk of jinxing the situation, the banking crisis, which has now spread from the U.S. to Europe, appears contained (again). Wall Street was cheered by the rapid response to the banking crisis. It would also benefit the overall economy, which according to Goldman Sachs has a 35% chance of entering a recession in the coming 12 months — up from 25% before the banking crisis happened.

☆ CNBC Daily Open: After First Republic rescue, fears of contagion are allayed (again)
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-17 | by ( Yeo Boon Ping | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. At the risk of jinxing the situation, fears of a wider meltdown in the banking industry, which yesterday spread from the U.S. to Europe, appear allayed (again). The Fed's two mandates, to stabilize the economy and to fight inflation, are looking increasingly at odds with each other. Subscribe here to get this report sent directly to your inbox each morning before markets open.

☆ Bank stocks plunge after implosions at Silicon Valley Bank and Silvergate Capital send 'shock waves' through the sector
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-09 | by ( Matthew Fox | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Bank stocks plunged on Thursday as investors assessed the potential fallout from the implosions of Silicon Valley Bank and Silvergate Capital. SVB Financial surprised investors with lowered guidance, a $2.3 billion capital raise, and a massive $1.8 billion loss from its bond portfolio. "Part of the problem is Silicon Valley [Bank] had been telling investors up until a couple weeks ago that their guidance was intact. Piling onto the mess in the banking sector on Thursday is the development that crypto-oriented bank Silvergate Capital would wind down its operations. NYSE senior market strategist Michael Reinking shared similar sentiments, telling Insider that the sharp decline at Silicon Valley Bank was "sending shock waves through the financials."

☆ A woman who stopped using screens for a month said it helped her define 'what I really like,' but her husband found living without Instagram to be 'too much'
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-05 | by ( Sam Tabahriti | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

They were challenged to live without using any screen, including smartphones and TVs, for a month. Paris-based Chiekh, 28, said he found not having access to Instagram to be "too much." During the experiment, Cheikh realized that he wouldn't be able see what his relatives and friends were doing without access to their Instagram posts and stories. A fortnight into the experiment, Yaaba told a producer: "All this time without screens helped me define what I really like, what drives me, and thrills me." At the end of the experiment, Cheikh vowed not to download Instagram again – but it wasn't clear whether he would be able to maintain his resolve.

☆ Ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan won't challenge Trump in 2024
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-05 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

He was Maryland's second Republican governor ever to be reelected. Some Republicans had hoped that Hogan, emerging as the new best hope of a small group of "Never Trump Republicans," would challenge Trump in 2020. In his first year as governor, Hogan went right to work on pocketbook issues. Hogan has long been upfront about his distaste for Trump as president. "I did not go out of my way to criticize the president," Hogan said.

☆ A self-proclaimed 'Airbnb Queen' who managed other people's properties is accused of stealing from homeowners then fleeing town
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-01 | by ( Dan Latu | Aj Latrace | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Massey told Fox 23 that when she confronted Widell on the accounting "irregularities," Widell lashed out and responded "aggressively." A separate unnamed property owner told Fox 23 that he paid Widell $11,000 to stage his rental. Since then, seven of Widell's tenants told Fox 23 their water had been shut off and they risk losing electricity. "Honestly, the worst thing she has done is taken away everyone's peace of mind," one tenant, Traci Nunnelly, told Fox 23. After convincing landlords to switch to Airbnb, Neth said, she would then seek to manage their listings as a paid property manager.

☆ Alphabet venture arm CapitalG names Laela Sturdy new head of firm, David Lawee steps aside
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-01 | by ( Jennifer Elias | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

CapitalG partner Laela Sturdy is on track to be one of the year's biggest investors. Alphabet's growth stage venture arm, CapitalG, has named Laela Sturdy its new leader. The move means CapitalG will be one of the few venture firms to be led by a female partner. Generally speaking, CapitalG invests a lot like other growth-stage firms, but with only one limited partner as an investor -- its parent company, Alphabet. "I would say the value Laela has provided has been significantly higher than the money anyone's provided″ Duolingo CEO Luis Von Ahn told CNBC at the time.

☆ CNBC Daily Open: January's inflation reading was hotter than expected. Markets felt the heat
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-27 | by ( Yeo Boon Ping | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Liz Ann Sonders, chief investment strategist at Charles Schwab, thinks that they're the markets skimming off speculative froth. "Markets will likely stay choppy during these months where higher rates have yet to materially cool consumer spending," wrote Roach. Subscribe here to get this report sent directly to your inbox each morning before markets open.

☆ Djokovic 'pain free' as he prepares for return in Dubai
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-27 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Feb 27 (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic said he was now playing without pain after recovering from a hamstring injury as he prepares to return to the ATP Tour in Dubai this week following his record-extending 10th Australian Open title last month. The 35-year-old Serb said his Dubai participation was in doubt until a few days ago but he had passed all his fitness tests. The last few days it's really getting as much practice as possible to get myself back in shape to be able to compete at a high level," Djokovic said. Djokovic begins the Dubai tournament having entered his 378th week as world number one, surpassing Steffi Graf as the player with the most weeks at the top of the sport. "It's surreal to be that many weeks number one, to match Graf - one of the all-time greats," Djokovic said.

☆ CNBC Daily Open: Inflation in January was hotter than expected. Markets felt the heat
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-27 | by ( Yeo Boon Ping | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

This report is from today's CNBC Daily Open, our new, international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Liz Ann Sonders, chief investment strategist at Charles Schwab, thinks that they're the markets skimming off speculative froth. "Markets will likely stay choppy during these months where higher rates have yet to materially cool consumer spending," wrote Roach. Subscribe here to get this report sent directly to your inbox each morning before markets open.

☆ Cramer's lightning round: Pfizer is a buy in a market slowdown
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-21 | by ( Rebecca Picciotto | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this article ZIWOOFASTSPIPFE Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTStock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Impinj Inc. stock chartImpinj Inc. : "It is a great company. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon AST Spacemobile Inc. stock chartAST Spacemobile Inc. : "They're not making any money." Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Petco stock chartPetco : "It is at $10, which tells me, believe it or not, something's wrong. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. stock chartZoomInfo Technologies Inc .: "Let's zoom out...I don't need another marketer." Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Pfizer Inc. stock chartPfizer Inc .: "If there is going to be a slow down, I want to buy Pfizer."

☆ We're married Delta pilots with two young kids. Here's how we've navigated our careers together and our top 10 travel tips for couples.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-16 | by ( Hannah Towey | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Delta pilots Brent and Kelly Knoblauch first met as interns in 2010. Kelly: Brent and I first met in 2010, when I was still in college at the University of North Dakota. And then I think almost a year to the day, Kelly was also hired as a pilot back at Delta. Being able to see what you're seeing, what you're hearing, what you're suspecting, and just being open about that. Kelly: It actually went really well.

☆ More people are questioning George Santos' claim that he rescued 2,400 animals and are accusing him of pocketing thousands of dollars meant for pets: NYT
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-07 | by ( Cheryl Teh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

More people are coming forward and accusing George Santos of pocketing funds meant for pets. "It was excuse after excuse after excuse," Dos Santos told The New York Times. Dos Santos said she worked with Santos to sell $50 tickets to a barbecue with live music and drinks. The proceeds from the event, Dos Santos said, were meant to go to building a new shelter for abused pets. "It was excuse after excuse after excuse," Dos Santos said.

☆ The millennial boss' guide to managing Gen Z, based on 5 stereotypes of the younger generation
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-05 | by ( Juliana Kaplan | Rebecca Knight | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

Millennial bosses might be daunted by their new reports, but there's a lot they can learn from Gen Z. That may be why some millennial managers think of Gen Z as, erm, high maintenance. Insider spoke with management experts, career coaches, and members of Gen Z itself to reframe the narrative around how Gen Z is changing the workplace. Gen Z has no job loyaltyThe rap on Gen Z is that they're all a bunch of job-hoppers with no loyalty. Both millennials and Gen Z have done "a lot more" to destigmatize mental health challenges and normalize counseling and therapy.

☆ Jim Nelson ran the 2 best international stock funds in the world in 2022, according to Kiplinger. He told us how he's positioned them for success, and why investors should go global now.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-02 | by ( Marley Jay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Jim Nelson managed the two best global stock funds of 2022, according to Kiplinger. Nelson detailed his overall approach, and why he thinks international value stocks will thrive. In 2022, Kiplinger named Nelson's EuroPac International Dividend Income Fund as the highest-returning international large-cap value stock fund of the year, and his EuroPac International Value Fund ranked second. About half of the Value Fund's assets are dedicated to either defensive consumer-facing companies or basic materials makers. While international stocks have lagged US-based stocks for a long time, he says indicators are favoring non-US stocks today.

☆ Americans are going 'recession brunette' as economic woes force cutbacks on luxuries like hair-coloring
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-28 | by ( Juliana Kaplan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

With prices still high, and recession concerns looming, people are going "recession brunette." Jacque Garza went recession brunette. Alonso charges $550 to dye a client's hair brunette, with little pops of lighter color to add dimension. If I had the money I would a hundred percent be blonde," Fitzgerald, the 25-year-old recession brunette, said. "It definitely has made me realize, okay this person can afford to do this to their hair right now.

☆ Spotify down for thousands of users - Downdetector
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-26 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Jan 26 (Reuters) - Spotify Technology SA's (SPOT.N) music streaming platform was down for thousands of users on Thursday, according to outage-tracking website Downdetector.com. In the second such outage within two weeks, nearly 35,000 Spotify users reported on Downdetector.com they were having issues with the streaming platform. "Something's not quite right, and we’re looking into it," Spotify Status, an account that provides updates about the platform's status, said in a tweet on Thursday. Spotify suffered a brief outage earlier this month, with more than 45,000 affected users from the United States at the peak of the disruption. Reporting by Deborah Sophia in Bengaluru; Editing by Maju SamuelOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

SANTA FE, N.M. — Prosecutors said Thursday they knew “pretty close to the beginning” of their probe into the fatal shooting of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins that criminal charges would be filed. Prosecutors announced Thursday that Baldwin and Gutierrez-Reed will each face two counts of involuntary manslaughter. Baldwin was criminally responsible as both the alleged shooter and the “Rust” producer who should have had oversight on safety, officials said. Alec Baldwin practicing a scene with a revolver on the set of the Western "Rust" before cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot. Prosecutors declined to say if they offered Baldwin a chance to plead guilty in exchange for his testimony.

☆ Spotify down for thousands of users -Downdetector
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-14 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

Jan 13 (Reuters) - Audio streaming platform Spotify (SPOT.N) was down for thousands of users on Friday, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com. Downdetector, which tracks outages through a range of sources including user reports, showed more than 38,000 affected users from the United States at the peak of the disruption. Thanks for your reports!" Spotify Status, an account that provides updates about the audio platforms's current status, said on Twitter. Reporting by Mrinmay Dey in Bengaluru; Editing by Clarence FernandezOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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