Tongcheng Travel Holdings reported a 23% profit increase to $139 million for the quarter ending September 30. The company benefited from China’s travel resurgence and record accommodation bookings, while also announcing leadership changes.
After nearly three years of AI struggles, Google has executed a remarkable turnaround. The company’s Gemini 3 model is winning converts, and its market performance has been explosive.
Luxury aviation interior specialist F/LIST is significantly expanding its Dubai operations to capitalize on growing Middle East demand. The company’s new 900m² facility at Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub features expanded workshops and a massive material showroom. This move signals the region’s in
Microsoft and Crocs have launched Xbox-themed clogs that feature controller buttons and joysticks on the toes. The $80 shoes aren’t limited edition like the previous Windows XP collaboration. They’re currently in stock across most sizes on the Crocs website.
Alphabet is closing in on the $4 trillion market cap club thanks to major AI developments. Meta is reportedly considering a billion-dollar deal for Google’s custom chips, while Gemini 3 is making waves against ChatGPT. The AI race just got much more interesting.
Sergey Brin and Larry Page have leapfrogged Oracle founder Larry Ellison in the global wealth rankings. The Google co-founders added billions to their fortunes during recent Alphabet stock gains, pushing them into the #2 and #3 spots worldwide.
New research from family business leaders shows people want to pass on easier legacies than what they received. The hard work that built successful businesses is being replaced with softer values. But is this protecting the next generation or setting them up for failure?
Spotify is reportedly preparing to increase US subscription prices in early 2026. This follows the company’s last US price hike in June 2024 and recent increases across other global markets. The move comes as Spotify faces pressure to demonstrate sustained profitability.
The four-day workweek movement has lost momentum as CEOs push return-to-office mandates. Economic pressures and competitive industries are making shorter weeks a tough sell, despite proven benefits for worker wellbeing and productivity.
Spotify rolled out lossless audio quality earlier this year without raising prices, but that grace period might be ending soon. The company appears to be preparing for Premium tier price increases based on recent moves in other markets.
