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Jan 29 2026BUSINESS

Amazon's Big Job Cuts and the AI Factor

Amazon is letting go of about 16, 000 corporate workers. This is the second big round of job cuts in just a few months. The company says it wants to use AI to do some of the work instead. They also want to make things simpler and get rid of extra layers in the company. Amazon didn't say which parts

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Jan 29 2026BUSINESS

Loyalty Miles in Jeopardy: Trump's Plan Sparks Industry Debate

The aviation industry is buzzing with discussions about a potential shake-up in airline loyalty programs. At the heart of the debate is a proposal by U. S. President Donald Trump to limit credit card interest rates to 10%. This idea, if put into action, could significantly alter the landscape of air

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Big Banks Step Up to Boost Kids' Savings

JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America have decided to add their own money to a special savings plan for kids. This plan, called "Trump accounts, " gives $1, 000 to each eligible child born in the U. S. between 2025 and 2028. The banks will match this amount, doubling the initial contribution. The idea

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

U. S. Oil Stocks Take a Dip, Prices Climb

The U. S. is holding less oil than usual right now. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) said that oil stockpiles dropped by 2. 3 million barrels last week. That's a lot less than what's typical for this time of year. This drop in supply comes as oil prices are going up. Brent crude, a key g

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Keeping Payments Smooth and Secure: A New Tool for Businesses

Businesses often lose money when customers' cards expire or get replaced. Charge1, a company that helps businesses handle payments, has a new tool to fix this problem. It's called the Automatic Card Updater (ACU). This tool automatically updates card details for businesses that sell things on a subs

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

A New Tech Hub on the Horizon

A major tech project is in the works near the Pacific. A developer is planning to build a huge data center. This center will have 16 buildings. It will be a big deal for the area. Data centers are like the brains of the internet. They store and manage lots of data. This new center could bring more

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Tech Stocks: What the Experts Are Saying

Tech stocks have been buzzing lately, with experts sharing their thoughts on Texas Instruments, Qorvo, and Xero Limited. Let's break down what's happening. Texas Instruments (TXN) is getting mixed reviews. Vijay Rakesh from Mizuho Securities thinks it's a good idea to sell, with a price target of $

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Yokohama Rubber Earns Trust with New Certification

In a significant move, Yokohama Rubber has been awarded a "Certificate of Rubber Fender Test Environment. " This certification, received in January 2026, is a big deal. It shows that the company's testing methods for marine rubber fenders are reliable and trustworthy. The certification comes from Ja

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Why Retail Stores Need Smart Checkout Systems

Retail stores are changing fast. They need better tools to keep up. One key tool is the point-of-sale (POS) system. This is the system that handles sales, inventory, and customer data. But not all POS systems are created equal. Older POS systems can't keep up with today's needs. They lack features

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

AI's Big Moment: Hype or Reality?

The stock market and the economy are buzzing with excitement about AI. A few big companies are leading the charge, and their CEOs are like rock stars. But is all this excitement real, or just hype? There are worries about money, debt, and competition from China. But the real problem might be someth

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