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PwC's US CEO thought fewer emails were better. Then he heard from employees.
Business

PwC's US CEO thought fewer emails were better. Then he heard from employees.

PwC's Paul Griggs said he received feedback from employees who wanted to hear more about his decision-making process.

Ana Altchek · 07 Aug, 2026
Ditch the extra cord: Anker’s Zolo 10,000mAh magnetic power bank drops to $35 at Amazon
Technology

Ditch the extra cord: Anker’s Zolo 10,000mAh magnetic power bank drops to $35 at Amazon

As of Aug. 7, the Anker Zolo magnetic power bank (10,000mAh, 30W) has been marked down to $34.99 at Amazon, 30% off its list price of $49.99.

Danika Spencer · 07 Aug, 2026
Are shorts in the office appropriate? Readers have largely told us 'no' — with some exceptions
Business

Are shorts in the office appropriate? Readers have largely told us 'no' — with some exceptions

Over 7,000 people have voted so far on Business Insider's LinkedIn poll — so far, a majority say shorts in the office are a no-no.

Henry Chandonnet · 07 Aug, 2026
A professor started pursuing financial independence at 38. A 7-step ladder helped him go from debt to 'lean FI.'
Business

A professor started pursuing financial independence at 38. A 7-step ladder helped him go from debt to 'lean FI.'

"It's like playing a video game," said one professor about the framework he's using to hit financial independence.

Kathleen Elkins · 07 Aug, 2026
Autism providers cheer Trump crackdown after millions allegedly stolen from children through Medicaid fraud
World

Autism providers cheer Trump crackdown after millions allegedly stolen from children through Medicaid fraud

Autism care providers back the Trump administration's Medicaid fraud crackdown but warn policymakers not to create barriers for families of autistic children.

Laverna Becker · 07 Aug, 2026
Google’s AI shake-up puts Demis Hassabis where the company needs him most, insiders say
Business

Google’s AI shake-up puts Demis Hassabis where the company needs him most, insiders say

Demis Hassabis is shifting to a new role that plays to his interests — and is crucial to helping Google make big leaps ahead.

Hugh Langley · 07 Aug, 2026
Creatives new XF1 desktop speaker proves big sound doesnt need a big footprint
Technology

Creatives new XF1 desktop speaker proves big sound doesnt need a big footprint

Creative's new XF1 desktop speaker delivers 72W RMS of power, dual Hi-Res Audio certification, and customizable EQ via the Creative Nexus app, launching for $17...

Constance Lang · 07 Aug, 2026
Hyperkins SupaBoy handheld retro console gets two new colors this fall — retro never looked so good
Technology

Hyperkins SupaBoy handheld retro console gets two new colors this fall — retro never looked so good

Hyperkin's SupaBoy portable retro console is getting two new colors, Crimson and Prime, launching this fall for $129.99.

Alden Gibson · 07 Aug, 2026
McDonald's customers told us what they'd change. Better value topped the list.
Business

McDonald's customers told us what they'd change. Better value topped the list.

McDonald's faces criticism as customers call for a reassessment of pricing and value menu strategies amid slowed sales growth.

Alex Bitter,Katherine Li · 07 Aug, 2026
I'm a co-creator of Alexa and an AI expert. If AI singularity ever arrives, everyone will notice — here’s how.
Business

I'm a co-creator of Alexa and an AI expert. If AI singularity ever arrives, everyone will notice — here’s how.

Alexa co-creator and startup CEO William Tunstall-Pedoe said an AI singularity is unlikely, but that if it had arrived, everyone would know.

Agnes Applegate · 07 Aug, 2026