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How Metropolis built a $5 billion AI infrastructure company out of America’s parking problem

CEO Alex Israel says the company’s “recognition economy” thesis could reshape physical infrastructure, blending computer vision, biometrics, and next-generation mobility.

By Lily Mae LazarusMay 20, 2026

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Milken-Harris Poll: 80% of Americans want AI workforce programs now — and Washington hasn’t delivered

By Karen Kornbluh and Libby RodneyMay 20, 2026

The bond market is firing a warning shot in the direction of Washington DC

The bond market is firing a warning shot in the direction of Washington DC

By Eleanor PringleMay 20, 2026

Exclusive: Advocacy groups file complaint against Roblox, alleging its manipulative design puts kids at risk

Exclusive: Advocacy groups file complaint against Roblox, alleging its manipulative design puts kids at risk

By Catherina GioinoMay 20, 2026

Top CD rates today, May 20, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.20%

Top CD rates today, May 20, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.20%

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026

The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on May 20, 2026

The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on May 20, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026

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How the multibillion dollar AI data center boom has transformed CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate company

The AI buildout is reshaping everything from power grids to rural land markets—and turning CBRE into a key player in the infrastructure boom.

By Sharon GoldmanMay 20, 2026

Indeed chief economist says the sectors most exposed to AI are seeing a big growth in job demand

Indeed’s chief economist Svenja Gudell believes AI-exposed industries like software development are actually adding jobs and could enjoy a “wage premium.”

By Emma BurleighMay 19, 2026

Goldman Sachs: The U.S. labor market is healthier now than when ChatGPT launched. Yes, really

Goldman finds AI reduced job openings in the fields that needed it most—accidentally easing a historic mismatch. There’s another traffic jam ahead.

By Nick LichtenbergMay 19, 2026

The 30-year yield hasn’t been this high since the Great Recession. Do the bond vigilantes ride again?

“Wow.” Analysts can’t decide if the bond market rout is nothing or everything.

By Eva RoytburgMay 19, 2026

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Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Hong Kong currently makes up 60% of Hongkong Land’s rental income; CEO Michael Smith, who took over in 2024, wants to get it down to 40%.

By Nicholas GordonMay 19, 2026

Top CD rates from major banks on May 19, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 19, 2026

Eisen raises $18.5 million to help Americans recover forgotten funds before they are sent to state governments

The startup says it is helping people recover unclaimed money turned over to states in a process known as escheatment

By Jack KubinecMay 19, 2026

Exclusive: AI startup Viktor raises $75 million to put a virtual ‘coworker’ in Slack and Teams

The former Meta engineers behind Viktor say their AI agent has hit a $15 million revenue run rate in about 10 weeks.

By Beatrice NolanMay 19, 2026

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Mortgage rates today, May 20, 2026

Mortgage rates today, May 20, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for May 20, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026

Buy now, pay later is the new financial lifeline for lower-income Americans, as consumer loans pile up to $19 trillion

A look at who uses installment plans for shopping—and why—says a lot about the risks of buy now, pay later.

By Tristan BoveMay 19, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 20, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026

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Google’s I/O conference showed how the company is being completely rebuilt for AI—for better or for worse

Google’s I/O conference showed how the company is being completely rebuilt for AI—for better or for worse

Even Google’s iconic search box is being revamped to accommodate AI.

By Alexei Oreskovic and Sharon GoldmanMay 19, 2026

‘Blood in the streets’: Legendary investor Jeremy Grantham pulls back the curtain on the AI wars to reveal a ‘brutal, competitive world’

GMO co-founder Jeremy Grantham says the era of Big Tech monopoly profits is over — and AI is the reason why.

By Nick LichtenbergMay 19, 2026

Current price of Ethereum for May 19, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 19, 2026

Current price of Bitcoin for May 19, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 19, 2026

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Mortgage rates today, May 19, 2026

Mortgage rates today, May 19, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 19, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for May 19, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 19, 2026

Mortgage rates, May 18, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 18, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 19, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 19, 2026

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Current price of oil as of May 19, 2026

Current price of oil as of May 19, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 19, 2026

Americans’ AI hate wave might just be gathering steam: Data centers could hike power costs in some states over 50% by 2030

The AI infrastructure boom is coming for Americans’ utility bills, and public patience is already running out.

By Tristan BoveMay 19, 2026

NextEra’s $67 billion Dominion takeover creates the world’s largest utility—just in time to win the AI data-center power surge

NextEra’s move to buy Dominion is a big bet on scale and affordability to win over AI data center developers.

By Jordan BlumMay 18, 2026

High gas prices are just the beginning: How the Iran war is changing the global energy map

The largest global energy-supply shock in history is causing chaos around the world. Here are the winners and losers.

By Jordan BlumMay 19, 2026

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Harvard sold off its entire $87 million Ethereum stake just one quarter after buying it

The university was the largest new buyer of BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF in Q4 of 2025

By Jack KubinecMay 18, 2026

A strip club scandal at a major crypto industry event triggers sponsor backlash

Critics say the event reinforces the ‘crypto bro’ trope at a time the industry is trying to enter the mainstream

By Jack KubinecMay 18, 2026

Wallet makers are the quiet backbone of the crypto industry. Now they want to be banks

A lot has changed since discussion around wallets was limited to whether they offered Bitcoin or Ethereum.

By Jeff John RobertsMay 18, 2026

Top CD rates from major banks on May 18, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Danny BakstMay 18, 2026

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CEOs are handing out AI tokens like paychecks—and figuring out how to justify the spend

Newsletters CEOs are handing out AI tokens like paychecks—and figuring out how to justify the spend

By Diane BradyMay 20, 2026

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai in Mountain View, California on May 19, 2026. (Photo: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg/Getty Images)

Newsletters At Google I/O 2026, it’s AI, AI, and more AI

By Andrew NuscaMay 20, 2026

Grab bets on new delivery robots to fix Singapore’s ‘supply-constrained markets’ and solve the last-mile problem

Asia Grab bets on new delivery robots to fix Singapore’s ‘supply-constrained markets’ and solve the last-mile problem

By Angelica AngMay 20, 2026

Why the AI field’s biggest names are betting billions on ‘world models’

Magazine Why the AI field’s biggest names are betting billions on ‘world models’

By Sharon GoldmanMay 20, 2026

ThredUp’s CEO has a warning for five-day companies: You’re going to lose the talent war

Future of Work ThredUp’s CEO has a warning for five-day companies: You’re going to lose the talent war

By Catherina GioinoMay 20, 2026

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Workplace Culture Bolt CEO says he let go of his entire HR team for creating problems that didn’t exist: ‘Those problems disappeared when I let them go’

By Preston ForeMay 19, 2026

DEI experts say the acronym may be radioactive, but the underlying business case is stronger than ever

Workplace Culture DEI experts say the acronym may be radioactive, but the underlying business case is stronger than ever

By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezMay 19, 2026

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Law Pizza Hut franchisee claims $100 million losses from ‘cascading operational breakdowns’ in AI adoption gone wrong

By Sasha RogelbergMay 19, 2026

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Pantera Capital founder and managing partner Dan Morehead onstage at a conference in 2023

Crypto Wall Street is abuzz about ‘tokenized assets’—but most activity is limited to a nascent ‘wrapper’ phase, report finds

By Jack KubinecMay 6, 2026

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By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 6, 2026

Crypto Zcash spikes 30% after Multicoin managing partner says firm bought the token, calls it protection against wealth taxes

By Jack KubinecMay 6, 2026

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Success Here are the best hiring hotspots for recent graduates—cities in the Midwest and South are even outpacing career hubs like New York City

By Emma BurleighMay 6, 2026

AI Americans are busy getting angry and throwing a fit about AI while the Chinese use it to book travel, order food and hail rides

By Chan Ho-Him and The Associated PressMay 6, 2026

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AI ServiceNow just told Wall Street it’s going to double again. Here’s why $30 billion of revenue isn’t crazy

By Nick LichtenbergMay 6, 2026

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Energy You’re paying 50% more for gas than you did before Trump went to war in Iran

By Cathy Bussewitz and The Associated PressMay 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current refi mortgage rates report for May 6, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 6, 2026

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Law ‘I feel like an absolute idiot. How could I fall for this?’ Mexican billionaire scammed out of $450 million by Russian claiming to be an Astor

By Dave Collins and The Associated PressMay 6, 2026

This September 25, 2021 picture shows the deserted beach of Blue Bay in south-east Mauritius, known as one of the most beautiful beaches and for its marine park.

Banking Tiny island nation unveils $1 million ‘Golden Visa’ for the wealthy—80% cheaper than Trump’s, with one catch: you’re renting

By Eleanor PringleMay 6, 2026

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Politics Trump claims he’s close to a deal with Iran and ‘if they don’t agree, the bombing starts’

By Josh Boak, E. Eduardo Castillo, Elena Becatoros and The Associated PressMay 6, 2026

The IRS may owe COVID-era refunds to tens of millions of taxpayers. Here’s who could qualify

Personal Finance The IRS may owe COVID-era refunds to tens of millions of taxpayers. Here’s who could qualify

By Sydney LakeMay 6, 2026

Gas crisis? Kelp could be the biofuel answer to high gas prices, but only if the government removes some red tape

Environment Gas crisis? Kelp could be the biofuel answer to high gas prices, but only if the government removes some red tape

By The Associated Press, Ana Georgescu and Zoe BeketovaMay 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 6, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 6, 2026

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Commentary AI, robotics, climate tech: How VCaaS helps corporations enter deep tech safely

By Anis UzzamanMay 6, 2026

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Economy ‘Different from anything in the past 80 years of dollar dominance’: U.S. sanctions spur a ‘paradox’ pushing allies away from American currency

By Sasha RogelbergMay 6, 2026

Current price of gold as of May 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current price of gold as of May 6, 2026

By Danny BakstMay 6, 2026

Current price of Ethereum for May 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current price of Ethereum for May 6, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerMay 6, 2026

Current price of Bitcoin for May 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current price of Bitcoin for May 6, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerMay 6, 2026

Top CD rates from major banks May 6, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

Personal Finance Top CD rates from major banks on May 6, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

By Joseph HostetlerMay 6, 2026

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Commentary The U.S. leads in 14 of 18 industries shaping the future economy — but the lead isn’t guaranteed

By Kevin Russell, Chris Bradley and Kweilin EllingrudMay 6, 2026

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Personal Finance Current price of oil as of May 6, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerMay 6, 2026

Current price of silver as of Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Personal Finance Current price of silver as of Wednesday, May 6, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerMay 6, 2026

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Politics Ken Griffin says Zohran Mamdani video shocked him: ‘It took a moment to digest what I was watching’

By Nick LichtenbergMay 6, 2026

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AI Jensen Huang on why ‘agentic’ will rewire a $50 trillion economy: ‘operated by robots, managed by more robots, and the entire factory is a robot’

By Nick LichtenbergMay 6, 2026

How Amex CEO Stephen Squeri is winning over younger customers

Newsletters How Amex CEO Stephen Squeri is winning over younger customers

By Sheryl EstradaMay 6, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a chart while speaking during a “Make America Wealthy Again” trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Economy A year after Liberation Day, Trump’s tariffs have done ‘significant damage’ to the U.S. economy, says Moody’s chief economist

By Eleanor PringleMay 6, 2026

Top CD rates, May 6, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.20%

Personal Finance Top CD rates, May 6, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.20%

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 6, 2026

The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on May 6, 2026

Personal Finance The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on May 6, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 6, 2026

The war with Iran is ‘over’ but the jet fuel crisis is about to begin

Energy The war with Iran is ‘over’ but the jet fuel crisis is about to begin

By Jim EdwardsMay 6, 2026

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Commentary Teachers union chief: Melania Trump’s robot reveals what this administration really thinks of children

By Randi WeingartenMay 6, 2026

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Commentary Former Comptroller: the cost of living has risen 106% since 2001. Government inflation data doesn’t show it

By Gene LudwigMay 6, 2026

Europe’s jet fuel supplies should fall below the key 23-day shortage threshold in June, so plan your travel accordingly

Energy Europe’s jet fuel supplies should fall below the key 23-day shortage threshold in June, so plan your travel accordingly

By Jordan BlumMay 6, 2026

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