A tech startup is using IoT sensors and AI to help farmers cut hefty pesticide costs

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Farmers often use pesticides to get rid of bugs and avoid crop damage.

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I'm a CEO running an 8-figure AI company. I'm also an extreme procrastinator — and I think that's a good thing.

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Richard White, CEO of Fathom, is a procrastinator.

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Gen Z employees are using more casual language around the office. Here's a guide to the jargon.

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Gen Z slang is everchanging.

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Echo vs. Echo Dot: Which device should you buy during Amazon Prime Day 2025

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We asked 3 autonomous driving experts to comment on Tesla's robotaxi launch and break down videos of some of its errors

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The internet is keeping a running list of robotaxi errors.

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Zohran Mamdani wants to freeze rents for New Yorkers. Here's why it's controversial.

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Zohran Mamdani, New York City's Democratic nominee for mayor, has pledged to replace members of the Rent Guidelines Board with people committed to freezing rents.

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Europe's drone push exposes gaps in defense readiness

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European defense companies like Portugal's Tekever are developing drones used on the battlefield in Ukraine.

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This company is requiring employees take PTO this summer — and is offering some a $1,000 vacation stipend

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Olipop CEO Ben Goodwin
Olipop CEO Ben Goodwin said he wants to help create work-life balance for his employees.

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Sam Altman's predictions on how the world might change with AI

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As the boss of one of the buzziest AI companies, Sam Altman has frequently been asked for his predictions on what a future with AI will look like.

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My husband and I unexpectedly moved in with my parents as newlyweds. It became one of the best seasons of our lives.

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My husband and I were newlyweds when we moved in with my parents. It was a great experience.

Lauren Barnhill

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