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2021-03-07 19:12:19 Hello! In case you missed it:

Inside Apple's ambitious next decade, where it could redefine consumer tech with a VR headset, foldable iPhone, and even an Apple Car.

67 powerful Black women CEOs and executives on their time in corporate America.

Inside Secretary Pete's quest to make the Transportation Department cool again. Open / Comment

2021-03-06 14:06:18 @Insider is hosting a full day of Clubhouse chats, 9am-5pm EST on March 10th. Join our reporters and special guests as they discuss a new topic each hour. Open / Comment

2021-03-05 20:29:12 Alphabet's moon-shots factory, X, is working on a top-secret project to give users hearing superpowers – it's code-named "Wolverine," a nod to the X-Men character's heightened senses.

Google AI firm DeepMind had discussed launching a futuristic food division with controversial vegan startup Hampton Creek in 2016. Read more here.

Snowflake CEO Frank Slootman isn't concerned with diversity initiatives or political correctness. But while the conservative billionaire mocks liberal Silicon Valley culture, a backlash could be brewing. Open / Comment

2021-03-04 19:39:33 This week, see how much money 17 YouTube creators earn each per month on the platform through the Partner Program.

And here's what else we're covering this week in Insider Influencers, our rundown of the business of influencers, creators, and social media platforms

Influencers and marketers react to a test by Instagram that removed public "like" counts — for a day.

How influencers are using a new tool to text message their fans and drive sales.

Instagram takes on Clubhouse with new livestreaming features.

Check back here next Thursday for what's new in the influencer and creator economy. You can also sign up for the weekly newsletter to be sent straight to your email inbox. Open / Comment

2021-03-03 17:09:12 UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced this year's Budget, where he has extended furlough payments, announced tax rises, and prolonged stamp duty relief.

Insider has broken down what the Budget means for UK households. Take a look here. Open / Comment

2021-03-02 22:03:01 Hedge funds have been big winners in the blank-check-company mania that has gripped markets over the past year — to the point that some industry veterans are wary of what they're seeing. Insider spoke with a dozen people to understand what is driving the SPAC boom and how it will end.

Meet the Uber drivers who spent 5 years fighting the ride-hailing firm for basic workers' rights — and won.

Transgender TikTok creators say the app's mysterious 'For You' page is a breeding ground for transphobia and targeted harassment. Read the full story here. Open / Comment

2021-03-02 14:32:48 Protests in Myanmar over last month's military coup turned deadly this weekend.

The government's security forces escalated the violence, leaving at least 18 dead and 30 wounded.

Despite the fatalities, protesters returned to the streets Monday, demanding a return to democracy. See photos from the protests here. Open / Comment

2021-02-28 18:49:54 Hello! In case you missed it:

They launched a $1 billion startup together. Then they broke up. How the relationship between Modern Health's cofounders died.

Renowned strategist Tom Lee says buy these 21 stocks now before the vaccine rollout and economic reopening trigger a 'vigorous rally.'

We identified the 125 people and institutions most responsible for Donald Trump's rise to power and his norm-busting behavior that tested the boundaries of the US government and its institutions. Open / Comment

2021-02-25 16:52:44 This week, read our breakdown of how much money a college influencer makes on YouTube from ads.

And here’s what else we’re covering this week in Insider Influencers, our rundown on the business of influencers, creators, and social-media platforms

Snapchat's TikTok rival has banned sponsored posts, a key element of the influencer industry.

How much money a nano influencer makes on YouTube.

The team building David Dobrik's buzzy new app, Dispo, which is now worth $200 million.

And more including The Try Guys' new Food Network special and the 10 most-booked talent on Cameo.

Check back here next Thursday for what’s new in the influencer and creator economy. You can also sign up for the weekly newsletter to be sent straight to your email inbox. Open / Comment

2021-02-24 19:57:05 Johnson & Johnson's single-dose coronavirus vaccine just got one step closer to reaching the public, as US regulators released documents showing the shot was safe and confirming that it can help prevent COVID-19.

One simple chart in the FDA's review shows a key takeaway from J&J's study: the vaccine works quite well, leading to far fewer COVID-19 cases among volunteers who received the shot.

J&J's efficacy figures are markedly lower than the 94% and 95% efficacy rates shown by two-dose vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer, but it's difficult to directly compare the studies, as they happened at different stages in the pandemic and across different geographies.

Expect a debate among experts in the coming days over just how much the efficacy difference matters. Stay up to date with how it all happens by subscribing to @BusinessInsider. Open / Comment