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Business Insights
WW International, better known as WeightWatchers, is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming months as it grapples with mounting debt and a rapidly shifting weight-loss landscape. The company, once a dominant name in health and wellness, is in discussions to hand over control of the business to its
Biotechnology
Isomorphic Labs, the artificial intelligence-driven drug discovery startup spun out of DeepMind, has secured $600 million in its first-ever external funding round. The financing, led by Thrive Capital with participation from Alphabet and its venture arm GV, marks a significant milestone for the Alphabet-owned company as it scales its efforts
Healthcare
Once heralded as a trailblazer in consumer genetics, 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking a dramatic fall from its former $6 billion valuation. The filing was made Sunday night in Missouri federal court, capping off a tumultuous period for the company marked by financial struggles, failed business
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Reid Hoffman, the billionaire entrepreneur and investor best known for co-founding LinkedIn, is now setting his sights on a new frontier: using artificial intelligence to fight cancer. His latest venture, Manas AI, aims to accelerate drug discovery and improve cancer treatments by merging cutting-edge AI with advanced biomedical research. A
Productivity
For entrepreneurs, the idea of work-life balance often feels like an impossible goal. The myth of a perfect 50/50 split between career and family creates unnecessary guilt and frustration. Instead of chasing balance, the focus should be on being fully present in both areas. Here's how to
Health
When it comes to maintaining mental sharpness as we age, professional expertise and personal experience both matter. Dr. Richard Restak, a neurology professor at Georgetown University and an author of over 20 books on the mind, offers the best of both worlds. At 83, he combines his deep academic knowledge
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
OpenAI, known for its transformative AI technologies, has ventured into the world of protein engineering with a groundbreaking model capable of improving stem cell generation. This marks a significant step in AI’s role in advancing scientific discovery and a bold move toward OpenAI’s broader vision of artificial general
Branding
A cultural and economic shift became undeniable in 2024: America has fallen out of love with brands and embraced people. Across politics, media, and business, individuals have overtaken logos, with loneliness serving as the driving force behind this change. The Loneliness Epidemic Let’s start with the problem: loneliness. * 12%
Wearables
Oura, the smart ring maker, announced it has secured $200 million in a Series D funding round, bringing its valuation to $5.2 billion. The funding round included participation from Fidelity Management and glucose monitoring device maker Dexcom. Expansion Plans and AI Focus Oura says the new capital will be
Biotechnology
Researchers at Caltech have developed groundbreaking bioresorbable acoustic microrobots (BAM)—tiny, bubble-like robots capable of precisely delivering therapeutic drugs within the body. In preclinical tests, these microrobots successfully shrank bladder tumors in mice, marking a significant advancement in targeted drug delivery and precision medicine. How the Microrobots Work These spherical
Health
Social media, once a symbol of connection and expression, is now under scrutiny. More people are considering a radical step: quitting it altogether. Let's dive into this shift, exploring why individuals are leaving platforms that once seemed essential. The Dark Side of Social Media Social media platforms promised
Pharmaceutical
Amazon's pharmacy business is on track to generate $2 billion in revenue this year, driven by surging customer interest in its online medication services, according to Evercore's analysis. In a recent survey conducted by Evercore, 45% of Amazon customers expressed being "extremely interested" or