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OpenAI is making it easier to keep tabs on your AI coding project — without a cracked-open laptop

OpenAI announced a new Codex tab in its ChatGPT mobile app allowing users to manage AI coding projects from smartphones. The company framed the feature as a solution to the 'open laptop' meme trend, allowing developers to work remotely without keeping laptops partially open.

Cary Elwes says working on 'Being Charlie' with Rob Reiner was 'bittersweet'

Cary Elwes reflects on his experience working with director Rob Reiner on the 2016 film 'Being Charlie,' describing it as 'bittersweet.' The article contextualizes their professional relationship through their earlier collaboration on 'The Princess Bride' (1987) and notes that the film was based on Reiner's son Nick's personal struggles with addiction and mental health.

Gavin Newsom proposes a California digital software tax

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed expanding sales tax to digital software downloads to match tax treatment of in-person purchases. The article frames this as potentially harmful to software and SaaS companies already facing financial difficulties.

Paramount+ is exploring adding podcasts, following Netflix's lead

Paramount+ is exploring adding podcasts to its streaming service, following Netflix's entry into podcasting. A Paramount executive stated that video podcasts could enhance engagement and discovery, as the company also develops short-form video and interactive features.

A nutritionist stocks up on 12 ingredients to effortlessly add protein, fiber, and vitamins to his meals

A nutritionist named Rob Hobson recommends 12 kitchen staples—nut butter, seeds, tofu, and tinned fish among them—to help people easily meet protein, fiber, and vitamin goals. The article frames this advice as helpful for busy parents and people taking GLP-1 medications who struggle with nutrition consistency.

Uber's CEO doesn't have a perfect 5-star rider rating

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi revealed in an interview that his personal Uber rider rating is 4.83 stars, below the platform's average of 4.89. The article frames this as a relatable narrative showing that even the company's leader struggles to achieve a perfect 5-star rating.

Google is building an AI agent that could be its answer to OpenClaw

Google is developing an AI agent codenamed 'Remy' designed to take autonomous actions on behalf of users within its Gemini app. The project is positioned as Google's competitive response to similar AI agent developments. Internal testing is underway among Google employees.

The 30 best college towns across the US, ranked

Business Insider reports on WalletHub's ranking of 400+ US cities to identify the best college towns. The analysis evaluated affordability, social scene, and academics, with Austin, Ann Arbor, and Madison ranking among the top destinations. The framing emphasizes that location significantly impacts student experience.

I ordered the same meal at Olive Garden and Red Lobster, and the winning chain had slightly lower prices

A Business Insider journalist conducted a personal price and quality comparison by ordering identical meals at Olive Garden and Red Lobster. The article reports that Olive Garden had slightly lower prices and better complimentary offerings, while both chains' entrées felt overpriced relative to quality.

Tiny teams, no 'pure managers,' and AI: Coinbase's memo has all the classic ingredients of a 2026 layoff letter

Coinbase is laying off 14% of its workforce, with CEO Brian Armstrong citing AI as the primary driver while pivoting toward smaller teams and flatter management structures. The article frames Armstrong's memo as following a predictable, clichéd pattern used by other tech companies announcing layoffs in 2025.

Ukrainian pilots are breaking from Soviet-era tactics and learning to fly with a Western mindset, trainers say

Business Insider reports on Ukrainian pilots receiving early-stage flight training at a Royal Air Force base in the UK before advancing to F-16 training. The article emphasizes that RAF instructors are helping Ukrainian pilots transition from Soviet-era flying tactics and doctrine to Western approaches and mindsets.

Wall Street loves to team up when tech threatens its business

Anthropic is launching a consulting business partnered with major Wall Street firms including Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, and Hellman & Friedman, with backing from additional investment firms. The story frames this as Wall Street firms collaborating to protect their interests against AI disruption.

Inside one of the world's biggest aircraft 'graveyards' where planes go to die — and airlines can dissect them for parts

Business Insider reports on Pinal Air Park in Arizona, one of the world's largest aircraft storage facilities, which experienced increased business during the COVID-19 pandemic as airlines grounded jets. The article frames these facilities as 'graveyards' where retired aircraft are stored, dismantled for parts, and reconfigured for new operators, with global projections of 8,000 currently stored planes and 11,000 additional retirements expected over the next decade.

'Big Short' investor Michael Burry confirms he's sold GameStop and says he's shorting Palantir

Michael Burry, known for his role in 'The Big Short,' has exited his GameStop position and disclosed new short positions against Palantir, microchip stocks, Nasdaq 100, and Nvidia. He cites GameStop's proposed eBay deal as misaligned with his investment thesis.

Harvey's CEO says AI agents are picking up more work that human lawyers used to do

Harvey, a legal AI company, reports building 500 AI agents that automate legal work traditionally performed by junior lawyers and paralegals. CEO Winston Weinberg frames AI agents as the next tier in law's existing delegation hierarchy, suggesting they will integrate into established professional structures rather than displace lawyers.

This new AI model hears your tone, senses your mood, and talks back like a real human. Siri could never.

Inworld AI launched a new voice model called Realtime TTS-2 that analyzes vocal cues to understand tone and emotion, enabling more human-like AI conversations. The startup positions itself as a B2B developer platform rather than a consumer app competitor. The article frames this as a significant advancement in conversational AI capabilities.

I walked away from running a successful social media agency to build a profitable art business

Victoria Hugo, a 28-year-old entrepreneur, left her social media agency to start an art business painting commissioned artwork on boarding passes. She describes the transition as fulfilling and notes it helped her distance herself from corporate mindset.

Trump is weighing AI oversight. This is what smart people are saying about it.

The Trump administration is considering government oversight of AI model rollouts through a potential executive order, according to New York Times reporting. Tech policy experts quoted in the article express concerns that such oversight could slow innovation and argue regulation should come through legislation rather than executive action.

Ukraine struck a luxury skyscraper 4 miles from the Kremlin, threatening Moscow's Victory Day parade

A Ukrainian drone struck a luxury residential tower near Moscow's city center on Monday, marking one of Ukraine's deepest attacks into the Russian capital. The strike occurred days before Russia's Victory Day parade and represents a rare attack on infrastructure in Moscow's upscale neighborhoods.

A complete timeline of Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively's feud and lawsuits

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their legal dispute stemming from their work on 'It Ends With Us.' Lively had filed sexual harassment complaints and accused Baldoni of orchestrating a smear campaign; Baldoni's separate lawsuit against Lively, The New York Times, and Ryan Reynolds was dismissed in November 2025.

14 celebrity looks from the 2026 Met Gala that missed the mark

Business Insider published a critical roundup of 14 celebrity outfits from the 2026 Met Gala that the author deemed unsuccessful. The article contrasts poorly-dressed attendees with standout looks from Beyoncé and Blake Lively to frame the event as having mixed fashion results.

Wall Street's $1.5 billion plan to build the 'McKinsey of AI'

Anthropic has partnered with major private equity firms (Blackstone, Hellman & Friedman, Goldman Sachs) to create a $1.5 billion consulting firm focused on AI transformation strategies. The unnamed firm will develop playbooks for implementing AI within and outside PE portfolio companies.