I recently warned that cyberattacks on Europe’s refrigeration systems were only beginning. Hackers had already demonstrated that they could destroy enormous quantities of food without dropping a bomb or firing a shot. Now they have gone after something far more dangerous. France’s national blood service has confirmed that hackers remotely manipulated refrigeration systems at three facilities storing blood plasma used for transfusions and pharmaceutical production. The attackers attempted to raise freezer temperatures to extraordinary levels, with reports indicating that some settings were changed from -30°C (-22°F) to as high as 110°C (230°F). We are no longer discussing spoiled groceries. We…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways AI deployment is becoming more important than model development. Top AI companies are investing in forward-deployed engineers who work directly with businesses to integrate AI into real-world operations. The biggest barrier to AI adoption is business readiness. That means clean data, clear examples of what a good result looks like and clear rules for what AI may do alone and what a person must approve. The old race rewarded whoever could spend the most on technology. The new one rewards whoever understands a customer’s real work the deepest. For the…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Replace happy hour with “well-being hour.” Instead of going to a bar, take the team on a walk, go to a yoga class or do a spin class together. Start a book club. Book clubs can help teach us new skills and also transform our connections at work. Volunteer together. You can research and contact a local food pantry, community garden or an animal shelter to build deeper connections locally. “Shots, shots, shots! Come on, you can do a shot,” my former boss said, shouting at me at the makeshift…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Open-minded people don’t assume their default way of thinking is automatically the right one. When something collides with their perspective, they don’t dismiss it — they want to know more. Making time for in-person team building is an expense, to be sure. But having your employees feel genuinely connected, even across oceans? That’s priceless. Don’t leave room for misinterpretation. Write down what your company stands for, and make sure everyone sees it. “I don’t like him. He’s rude.” That was the chatter I was hearing about our newest hire, an…
Walt Disney Co. is preparing to swing the axe again. The entertainment giant plans to cut thousands of jobs and has asked some managers to find 20% in annual cost savings, Bloomberg reports. Not all of it will come from pink slips. Some savings could come from trimming other expenses, and certain divisions will get hit harder than others. The plan is to take part of that money and put it right back into the business. CEO Josh D’Amaro wants to spend it on film and TV programming, technology, theme parks and cruises. Disney declined to comment. If this sounds…
COMMENT: Hello Martin, Here’s a video of Zelensky saying that“Europe is very strong” and that,“with this unity, Europe is several times stronger than today’s Russia. You are stronger. Don’t forget it.” It looks like he’s feeding the neocons in Europe, especially Macron, the petit Napoleon, what they want to hear – that they are stronger in Russia and that they are able to step in, invade, and get all the $75 trillion in natural resources. Kind regards, P REPLY: Zelensky has been playing the Democrats to ensure there was a blue wave to circumvent Trump who has been trying force a…
This fall, our investment show, Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, airs on more than 30 TV stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, CW) across the country — and it’s an accomplishment 10 years in the making. Started as a web series in 2016, this show is not only a testament to the startup mindset, but it is a sign that people love and are moved by stories of innovation, creativity, and tenacity. Over the past six seasons I’ve produced the show, I’ve been blown away by the energy and passion I’ve witnessed from both our contestants and our audience. For those who don’t know…
Key Takeaways Forward-deployed engineers traditionally join a team to adapt AI tools to a company’s operations. According to a new report, top-notch FDEs are making between $586,000 and $1.45 million a year in total pay. Companies are increasingly bringing FDEs onto their payrolls rather than relying on outside firms, intensifying competition for talent. A highly sought-after engineering job is commanding a hefty price as employers compete to fill positions. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, demand for one specialized engineering role is pushing compensation into seven-figure territory. Forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) put agentic AI into production. They adapt AI…
ASIA: The major Asian stock markets had a mixed day today: • NIKKEI 225 decreased 893.23 points or -1.42% to 62,188.63 • Shanghai increased 78.075 points or 2.16% to 3,686.173 • Hang Seng increased 393.53 points or 1.67% to 23,919.50 • ASX 200 decreased 52.30 points or -0.59% to 8,834.50 • SENSEX increased 383.55 points or 0.50% to 77,301.40 • Nifty50 increased 149.75 points or 0.63% to 23,960.60 The major Asian currency markets had a mixed day today: • AUDUSD increased 0.00437 or 0.63% to 0.70099 • NZDUSD increased 0.00355 or 0.64% to 0.56205 • USDJPY decreased 0.262…
Here’s a problem most of us would love to have. What if you had so much money that you needed to hire someone just to help you enjoy it? For about 145 families, that someone is Fischer Unlimited, a New York luxury concierge firm that charges $150,000 just to become a client, plus a $25k annual fee. “Their time is precious,” says CEO and president Stacy Fischer-Rosenthal. “They really want to make sure that professionals are handling their needs.” Take Taylor Swift tickets. During the Eras Tour, one client wanted to go at the last minute. Fischer didn’t just find…