WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS

For TikTok users, mourning, frustration and clinging to hope as TikTok ban looms

The U.S. is inching closer and closer to a potential TikTok ban — with the nation’s highest court upholding a law that’s set to officially cut the cord and halt new downloads off the app starting Sunday.

Capital One sued by US watchdog alleging bank cheated customers out of $2 billion

A U.S. watchdog is suing Capital One for allegedly misleading consumers about its offerings for high-interest savings accounts — and “cheating” customers out of more than $2 billion in lost interest payments as a result.

Amazon is ending its ‘Try Before You Buy’ option for Prime members

Amazon is saying goodbye to “Try Before You Buy.” The service allows Amazon Prime members to try on select clothing items, shoes and accessories at home before completing a purchase.

Ryanair calls for alcoholic drink limit at EU airports amid legal action against unruly passenger

Ryanair is calling on European authorities to limit the sale of alcoholic beverages at airports across the continent, as the Irish airline continues legal action against a passenger who it says caused a costly flight diversion last year.

From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES

Interior lighting aimed at reducing motion sickness. Shiny new dashboard and windshield displays. And AI-powered voice assistants paired with abundant infotainment systems to keep you company on long drives.

CES 2025 is here. What can we expect from the annual show of all things tech?

CES, the annual trade show of all-things tech, is upon us. The multi-day event, organized by the Consumer Technology Association, kicks off this week in Las Vegas — where swaths of the latest gadgets and advances across industries like personal tech, transportation, health care, sustainability and m

US stock markets to remain closed in honor of Jimmy Carter on National Day of Mourning

U.S. stock markets will close on Thursday of next week in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, continuing a long-held Wall Street tradition in mourning the nation’s leaders.

AI is becoming ingrained in businesses across industries. Where is it going in 2025?

As artificial intelligence continues to grow at a rapid pace, more and more businesses are grappling with how to adapt quickly and responsibly.

Another unticketed passenger attempts to stow away on a Delta flight this holiday season

In the thick of holiday travel, another unticketed passenger attempted to stow away on a Delta Air Lines flight. The stowaway boarded a flight from Seattle to Honolulu on Christmas Eve.

YouTube TV is hiking its monthly price, again. Here’s what to know

Are you a YouTube TV subscriber? Your monthly bills are about to get more expensive again. YouTube has announced that it’s upping the price of its streaming service’s base plan by $10 — citing rising content costs and other investments.

Fortnite players ‘tricked’ into unwanted purchases are starting to get refunds. Here’s how to apply

U.S. consumers who were tricked into purchases they didn’t want from Fortnite maker Epic Games are now starting to receive refund checks, the Federal Trade Commission said this week.

Bitcoin has surpassed the $100,000 mark as the post-election rally continues. What’s next?

Bitcoin has topped the $100,000 mark, extending a rally in the world’s most popular cryptocurrency sparked by the election of Donald Trump.

Are you a former SmileDirectClub customer? You might be eligible for a refund

When SmileDirectClub shut down a year ago, scores of existing customers of the teeth-straightening company were left in limbo. Now, tens of thousands are set to get some relief.

Cyber Monday shoppers expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online shopping

Consumers in the U.S. are scouring the internet for online deals as they look to make the most of the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon on Cyber Monday. The National Retail Federation coined the term for the Monday after Black Friday in 2005.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares steps down as carmaker continues struggle with slumping sales

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is stepping down after nearly four years in the top spot of the carmaker that owns brands like Jeep and Ram and Citroën and Peugeot..

Ransomware attack on software supplier disrupts operations for Starbucks and other retailers

A ransomware attack that hit a major software provider last week caused disruptions for a handful of companies over recent days, from Starbucks to U.K. grocery giant Morrisons.

What Black Friday’s history tells us about holiday shopping in 2024

The holiday shopping season is about to reach full speed with Black Friday, which kicks off the post-Thanksgiving retail rush later this week.

Cutting in line? American Airlines’ new boarding tech might stop you at now over 100 airports

Sneaking a little ahead of line to get on that plane faster? American Airlines might stop you. In an apparent effort to reduce the headaches caused airport line cutting, American has rolled out boarding technology that alerts gate agents with an audible sound if a passenger tries to scan a ticket ah

Bitcoin ticks closer to $100,000 in extended surge following US elections

Bitcoin is jumping again, setting another new high above $99,000. The cryptocurrency has been shattering records almost daily since the U.S. presidential election, and has rocketed more than 40% higher in just two weeks.

Comcast to spin off cable networks that were once the entertainment giant’s star performers

Comcast is spinning off into a new company many of its cable television networks that were once at the heart of the entertainment giant, as consumers increasingly swap out their cable TV subscriptions for streaming platforms.

Jersey Mike’s sandwich chain is acquired by private equity firm Blackstone for $8 billion

Jersey Mike’s, the quickly expanding sandwich chain, is being acquired by the private equity firm Blackstone in a deal valued at $8 billion.

Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy. What does that mean for travelers?

The largest budget airline in the U.S., has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Spirit Airlines said said customers shouldn’t see any disruption to their travel plans while the process unfolds.

Judge blocks Biden administration’s rule to expand overtime pay for millions

A federal judge in Texas has blocked a new rule from the Biden administration that would have expanded access to overtime pay to millions more salaried workers across the U.S. In a Friday ruling, U.S.

Just Eat Takeaway sells Grubhub for $650 million, just 3 years after buying the app for $7.3 billion

European food delivery giant Just Eat Takeaway.com is selling Grubhub for $650 million, a fraction of the billions it spent to buy the U.S. platform just three years ago.

Justice Department sues to block UnitedHealth Group’s $3.3 billion purchase of Amedisys

The Justice Department is suing to block UnitedHealth Group’s $3.3 billion purchase of Amedisys. The government is citing concerns the deal would hinder access to home health and hospice services in the U.S.

23andMe cuts 40% of its workforce and discontinues therapeutics division

23andMe is laying off 40% of its workforce, or more than 200 employees, and discontinuing its therapeutics division as the struggling genetic testing company attempts to slash costs.

Bitcoin neared $90,000 in a new record high. What to know about crypto’s post-election rally

As money continues to pour into crypto following Donald Trump’s reelection, bitcoin has climbed to yet another record high. The world’s largest cryptocurrency topped $89,000 for the first time, briefly peaking at $89,995 early Tuesday.

Security tech company Evolv fires its chief executive

Amid the backdrop of a sales misconduct investigation and other legal troubles, security technology company Evolv is now firing its CEO. Evolv’s board of directors terminated chief executive Peter George on Wednesday, effective immediately.

Super Micro Computer’s shares plunge 33% after server maker’s accounting firm quits

Shares of Super Micro Computer have plunged more than 33% after the server maker disclosed that Ernst & Young had resigned as its public accounting firm.

Court approves Tupperware’s sale to lenders, paving way for brand’s exit from bankruptcy

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved a sale of Tupperware Brands. The move paves the way for the iconic food storage company to soon exit from Chapter 11 protection.