AI boom faces scrutiny as spending soars, revenue lags, and financial risks grow across Big Tech, startups, and global markets AI economy pressure now.

Apple and Samsung are tied in Europe smartphone market in 2026 as shifting demand, launches, and pricing reshape global competition in Q1 2026.

Uber has proposed a $39.29-per-share takeover of German food delivery group Delivery Hero, valuing it near €10 billion and expanding Uber's global delivery footprint.

Shein acquires California-based Everlane in a deal that keeps Everlane as an independent, sustainability-focused brand while giving Shein a stronger U.S. and premium retail foothold.

President Trump delays signing an AI executive order creating a voluntary federal review process for advanced systems, citing concerns about overregulation and maintaining U.S. technological leadership.

Walmart warns it may raise prices if fuel costs stay high, as rising transportation and energy expenses squeeze profits and pressure consumers already facing higher living costs.

Jeff Bezos denies personal involvement in Amazon's $40M "Melania" documentary but defends the controversial Brett Ratner-directed film as a commercially sound, high-interest business decision.

Meta notified thousands of employees on May 20 that they were laid off to improve efficiency, representing 10% of the workforce, with no additional company-wide cuts expected in 2026.

A rejected "Pokémon" Professor applicant sues over certification denial, alleging unfair background check policies and lost business opportunities.

Xbox appoints Matthew Ball as Chief Strategy Officer as Microsoft pushes new gaming plans and hardware ambitions.